Writing sentences and punctuation (T3 W2)
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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought. In Sesotho, sentences often start with a capital letter and end with a full stop (.), question mark (?), or exclamation mark (!). For example, 'Ke rata ho bapala' (I like to play) is a complete sentence. It is important to use correct punctuation to help the reader understand the meaning of the sentence.
Let's look at some examples of sentences: 'Oa tseba ho bina?' (Do you know how to sing?) is a question, so it ends with a question mark. 'Ke thabile' (I am happy) is a statement and ends with a full stop. Notice how each sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with the correct punctuation. This helps the reader know when to pause or when a question is being asked.
Now, let's create sentences together. I will say a word, and you will help me form a sentence. For example, if I say 'ntate' (father), you might say, 'Ntate o sebetsa' (Father is working). Remember to start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Let's try a few more words together: 'moholo' (grandmother), 'bana' (children).
Now it's your turn to write sentences. Choose three words from the list on the board and write a sentence for each. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish, share your sentences with a partner and check if they have used the correct punctuation. This will help you learn from each other.
Answer: ?
A question ends with a question mark to indicate that it is asking something.
Answer: She runs.
A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb, and 'She runs.' meets this requirement.
Answer: Ke rata pizza.
This sentence expresses a complete thought about a favorite food.
Answer: A capital letter
Every sentence begins with a capital letter to indicate the start of a new thought.
Answer: .
This sentence is a statement and ends with a full stop.
Answer: I like ice cream!
The exclamation mark shows excitement about liking ice cream.
Answer: One
There should be one space between each word to make the sentence clear.
Answer: Bana ba ntse ba bapala.
This sentence means 'The children are playing,' which is a complete thought.