Tshivenda First Additional Language - Term 4 - Week 3

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 ensure our words are spaced properly. Today, we will explore common grammar mistakes and learn how to fix them. This will help us communicate more clearly.

Let's look at the following sentence: 'ndivhula u bva na vhukuma.' This sentence has a mistake. The correct form is 'Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma.' Notice the capital letter at the beginning. Now, let's practice correcting another sentence together: 'mukoma u funa u shuma.' What should we change?

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 proper punctuation at the end. After you create your sentences, we will share them with the class. This will help us learn from each other and improve our grammar skills.

Now it’s your turn to practice on your own. I will give you a short paragraph with several mistakes. Your job is to read the paragraph carefully and correct any errors you find. Pay attention to punctuation, spacing, and grammar. Once you finish, we will discuss your corrections as a class.

• a lowercase letter
• a capital letter
• a number
• a symbol

Answer: a capital letter

Every sentence should start with a capital letter to indicate the beginning of a new thought.

Answer: punctuation marks

Punctuation marks are used to clarify meaning and indicate pauses in writing.

• ndivhula u bva na vhukuma
• Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma.
• ndivhula U Bva Na Vhukuma
• Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma,

Answer: Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma.

The correct sentence starts with a capital letter and ends with a period.

Answer: Spacing helps to separate words and makes the text easier to read.

Proper spacing ensures that each word is distinct, which aids in comprehension.

• period
• comma
• exclamation mark
• question mark

Answer: exclamation mark

An exclamation mark is used at the end of a sentence to express strong feelings or excitement.

Answer: mukoma u funa u shuma

This sentence needs a capital letter at the beginning and punctuation at the end.

• Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma.
• mukoma u funa u shuma
• Ndivhula u bva na vhukuma
• Mukoma U Funa U Shuma.

Answer: mukoma u funa u shuma

This sentence does not start with a capital letter and lacks punctuation.