Tshivenda Home Language - Term 3 - Week 1

Today, we will explore new words that help us describe our surroundings and feelings. Vocabulary is important because it allows us to express ourselves clearly. We will read a short text together and identify new words. After reading, we will discuss what these words mean and how we can use them in sentences.

Let's look at the sentence: 'The cat is on the mat.' We can identify the subject (the cat), the verb (is), and the prepositional phrase (on the mat). Now, if we change the subject to 'the dog,' the sentence becomes 'The dog is on the mat.' Notice how the structure remains the same, but the meaning changes. This is how we can play with words to create different sentences.

In groups, you will receive a set of words. Your task is to create as many sentences as possible using those words. Remember to pay attention to punctuation and spacing. After 10 minutes, each group will share one sentence with the class. We will discuss the sentences and correct any mistakes together.

Now, it's your turn to write! Choose five new words from our lesson today and write a short paragraph using those words. Make sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. Once you finish, read your paragraph to a partner and discuss the meaning of the words you used.

• A type of punctuation
• A set of words in a language
• A sentence structure
• A reading strategy

Answer: A set of words in a language

Vocabulary refers to the collection of words that a person knows and uses.

• The dog run fast.
• The dogs runs fast.
• The dog runs fast.
• Dog run fast.

Answer: The dog runs fast.

This sentence is correct because it uses the proper subject-verb agreement.

Answer: Verbs

Verbs are words that express actions or states of being.

• .
• !
• ?
• ,

Answer: ?

A question mark is used to indicate that a sentence is asking something.

Answer: I am happy today.

This sentence correctly uses the word 'happy' to express a feeling.

• sleeps
• on the sofa
• The cat
• the sofa

Answer: The cat

The subject is who or what the sentence is about, which in this case is 'The cat'.

Answer: To clarify meaning and indicate pauses.

Punctuation helps readers understand the structure and meaning of sentences.

• I like apples, oranges and bananas.
• I like apples oranges and bananas.
• I like apples oranges, and bananas.