Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 9

Grammar is the set of rules that helps us use a language correctly. In Tshivenda, we need to pay attention to how we form sentences, use punctuation, and spell words. This week, we will focus on identifying mistakes in sentences and learning how to fix them. We will also practice writing our own sentences correctly.

Let's look at the sentence: 'ndivhula muvhili.' This sentence is missing punctuation. The correct version is 'Ndivhula muvhili.' Notice how we capitalized the first letter and added a full stop at the end. Now, let's try another example together: 'u ya shangoni.' What punctuation do we need here?

I will read a few sentences aloud, and I want you to listen carefully. After each sentence, we will discuss if it is correct or if it needs changes. For example, I will say, 'Ndi funa u shuma.' Is this correct? What should we change? Let's work together to correct it and write it down with proper punctuation.

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 write your sentences, swap with a partner and check each other's work for any grammatical errors or punctuation mistakes. Make corrections where needed.

• Ndi funa u shuma?
• Ndi funa u shuma!
• Ndi funa u shuma.

Answer: Ndi funa u shuma.

The sentence is a statement and should end with a full stop.

Answer: Grammar

Grammar refers to the set of rules that govern how we use a language.

• u ya shangoni
• U ya shangoni.
• ya shangoni.

Answer: U ya shangoni.

A complete sentence must start with a capital letter and express a complete thought.

Answer: Responses will vary.

Students should write a complete sentence that expresses their thoughts.

• A question mark
• A full stop
• An exclamation mark

Answer: A full stop

The sentence is a statement and needs a full stop at the end.

Answer: I should help them correct it.

It's important to assist each other in learning and improving our writing.

• Ndi a funa u shuma
• Ndi a funa u shuma.
• ndi a funa u shuma.

Answer: Ndi a funa u shuma.

The sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a full stop.

Answer: It helps others understand what we mean.

Correct punctuation clarifies our message and makes our writing easier to read.