English First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 9

Vocabulary refers to the words we use in our language. It is important to know many words so we can express ourselves clearly. In this lesson, we will explore new words from a short text and discuss their meanings. We will also look at how to use these words in sentences.

Let's take the words 'cat', 'runs', and 'fast'. We can create a sentence: 'The cat runs fast.' Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. This is how we punctuate our sentences correctly. Let's try another example: 'The dog barks loudly.' Again, we see proper punctuation and spacing.

In groups, you will receive a set of words. Your task is to create sentences using these words. Remember to use capital letters at the beginning and full stops at the end. After you create your sentences, each group will share one sentence with the class. We will discuss the sentences and check for correct punctuation.

Now, it's your turn to write! Choose five new words from the vocabulary list we discussed. Write a sentence for each word, ensuring that you use correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish writing, read your sentences to a partner and check if they understand your meaning.

• A type of food
• The words we use in a language
• A place to learn
• A kind of animal

Answer: The words we use in a language

Vocabulary refers to the collection of words that we use to communicate.

• the dog barks loudly
• The dog barks loudly.
• The dog barks loudly!
• The dog barks loudly,

Answer: The dog barks loudly.

This sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop, making it correct.

Answer: I am happy.

A correct sentence should include a subject and a verb, and it should be punctuated properly.

• Comma
• Question mark
• Full stop
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Full stop

A full stop is used to indicate the end of a statement.

Answer: Capital letter

The first letter of a sentence is always a capital letter to indicate the start of a new thought.

• Quickly
• Jump
• Cat
• Beautiful

Answer: Cat

A noun is a person, place, or thing, and 'cat' is a thing.

• Full stop
• Comma
• Exclamation mark
• Question mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks something.

Answer: I like to play outside.