Sesotho Home Language - Term 4 - Week 4

In this lesson, we will review what we have learned this term in Sesotho. We will focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It is important to understand how to use correct punctuation and spacing when writing sentences. We will also discuss short texts to help us remember key concepts.

Let's look at the sentence: 'Ngwana o ja borai.' (The child is eating bread.) Notice how we start with a capital letter and end with a full stop. Now, if we want to change it to 'Ngwana o ja borai le nama.' (The child is eating bread and meat.), we add 'le' for 'and' and ensure we still have correct punctuation. This shows how we can expand our sentences while maintaining proper structure.

In groups, create three sentences about your favorite food. Remember to start each sentence with a capital letter and end with a full stop. After writing, share your sentences with the class. This will help us practice speaking and listening skills while reinforcing our writing.

Write a short paragraph about what you did over the weekend. Use at least five sentences, ensuring you use correct punctuation and spacing. After writing, read your paragraph to a partner. This will help you practice your reading and speaking skills while allowing you to reflect on your writing.

• with a small letter
• with a capital letter
• with a number

Answer: with a capital letter

Sentences should always start with a capital letter to indicate the beginning of a new thought.

• Ngwana o ja.
• Ja borai.
• O ja.

Answer: Ngwana o ja.

A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb, making 'Ngwana o ja.' a complete thought.

Answer: Full stop.

A full stop indicates the end of a sentence.

• le
• ka
• na

Answer: le

'Le' is the conjunction used in Sesotho to connect words or phrases.

Answer: Responses will vary.

This question allows students to express their thoughts while practicing sentence structure.

• To make it look pretty
• To help readers understand
• To fill the page

Answer: To help readers understand

Correct spacing makes text easier to read and comprehend.

Answer: Responses will vary.

This question encourages reflection on the learning process.

• O a ja.
• Ja.
• O a sebetsa.

Answer: Ja.

'Ja.' is not a complete sentence as it lacks a subject.