Grammar and editing (T4 W3)
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Grammar is the set of rules that helps us use a language correctly. In siSwati, we need to pay attention to how we form sentences, use punctuation, and space our words. For example, every sentence should start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Today, we will learn how to identify mistakes in sentences and how to fix them.
Let’s look at the sentence: 'umntfwana uhleli endlini'. This sentence is missing a full stop at the end. The correct sentence should be 'umntfwana uhleli endlini.' Now, let’s add a capital letter to the beginning: 'Umntfwana uhleli endlini.' This is how we correct sentences in siSwati.
In groups, you will receive sentences with mistakes. For example, 'baba uyahamba' is missing punctuation. Work together to identify the errors and rewrite the sentences correctly. Remember to check for capital letters and full stops. After 10 minutes, we will share our corrected sentences with the class.
Now, it’s your turn to write! Write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to start each sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. After writing, exchange your work with a partner and check each other’s sentences for any mistakes. Use the checklist: Does it start with a capital letter? Does it end with a full stop? Are the words spaced correctly?
Answer: with a capital letter
Every sentence must begin with a capital letter to show that it is the start of a new thought.
Answer: Umntfwana uhleli endlini.
The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.
Answer: full stop
A full stop indicates the end of a sentence.
Answer: with spaces between them
Words in a sentence should be separated by spaces to make it readable.
Answer: Umntfwana uyahamba
This sentence does not have a full stop at the end, which is necessary.
Answer: Responses will vary.
Students should write a complete sentence that starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.
Answer: Read it aloud
Reading the sentence aloud helps to identify mistakes.
Answer: Correct it.
You should always correct any mistakes to ensure your sentence is clear and correct.