Grammar and editing (T4 W3)
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Grammar is the set of rules that helps us use a language correctly. In Sesotho, we need to pay attention to how we form sentences, use punctuation, and ensure our words are spaced correctly. Today, we will learn how to identify mistakes in sentences and how to correct them. We will also practice writing our own sentences with the right punctuation.
Let’s look at this sentence: 'moholo o ja lebese'. It is missing a capital letter at the beginning and a full stop at the end. The correct sentence should be 'Moholo o ja lebese.' Now, let’s try another one: 'ke rata ho bala'. What is missing here? Yes, it also needs a capital letter and a full stop. The correct form is 'Ke rata ho bala.'
I will read a few sentences aloud, and I want you to listen carefully. After I finish, we will discuss what is wrong with each sentence. For example, I might say, 'ntate o sebetsa'. What do you think is wrong? Yes, it should start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Let's correct it together: 'Ntate o sebetsa.' Now, let’s try another one together.
Now it’s your turn to write! I want you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Remember to start each sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. After you finish writing, swap your paper with a partner and check each other's sentences for any mistakes. Make sure to help each other correct them!
Answer: with a capital letter
Every sentence must begin with a capital letter to show the start of a new thought.
Answer: Moholo o ja lebese.
The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.
Answer: A full stop.
A full stop indicates the end of a sentence.
Answer: It needs a capital letter.
The sentence should start with a capital letter: 'Ke rata ho ja.'
Answer: Answers will vary.
Students should write a complete sentence that starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.
Answer: Both of the above.
The sentence needs both a capital letter at the start and a full stop at the end.
Answer: Full stop
A full stop is used to indicate the end of a statement.
Answer: Grammar.
Grammar refers to the rules that govern how we use a language.