siSwati First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 8

Creative writing allows us to express our thoughts and feelings in unique ways. In siSwati, we can use our imagination to tell stories, describe our experiences, or create poems. Today, we will learn how to write short texts that are clear and interesting. We will focus on using correct punctuation, such as full stops and question marks, to help our readers understand our writing better.

Let’s look at a simple example: 'Ngiyathanda ukudlala emhlabeni.' (I love playing outside.) Notice how the sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop. This helps the reader know when the sentence is finished. Now, let’s think of another sentence together. How about: 'UThandi uthanda ukufunda?' (Does Thandi love to read?) This sentence ends with a question mark because it is asking something.

Now, let’s work together to create sentences. I will say a word, and you will help me make a sentence. For example, if I say 'imvula' (rain), you might say, 'Imvula iyawela.' (The rain is falling.) Remember to use a capital letter at the beginning and a full stop at the end. After we create a few sentences together, we will share them with the class.

It’s your turn to write! Think of something you love, like a favorite game or a pet. Write 2-3 sentences about it. Make sure to use correct punctuation. After you finish writing, draw a picture that represents your text. Once everyone is done, we will have a sharing session where you can read your sentences to the class.

• Full stop
• Comma
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used at the end of a question to indicate that an answer is expected.

• Ngiyathanda ukudlala
• ngiyathanda ukudlala.
• Ngiyathanda ukudlala?
• Ngiyathanda ukudlala!

Answer: Ngiyathanda ukudlala.

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

Answer: Ngithanda ukudla i-pizza.

This sentence expresses a personal preference and uses correct punctuation.

• To tell stories
• To write reports
• To memorize facts
• To solve math problems

Answer: To tell stories

Creative writing is primarily about expressing ideas and stories in imaginative ways.

Answer: Exclamation mark

An exclamation mark is used to express strong feelings or excitement.

• Ngiyafuna umngani
• Ngiyafuna umngani.
• Ngiyafuna umngani?
• Ngiyafuna umngani!

Answer: Ngiyafuna umngani

This sentence does not have any punctuation at the end, making it incomplete.

Answer: A capital letter

Every sentence must begin with a capital letter to indicate the start of a new thought.

• Comma
• Full stop