English First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 10

This week, we will focus on assessing what you have learned in English this term. We will review important concepts such as sentence structure, punctuation, and vocabulary. We will also engage in discussions to help you express your thoughts clearly. Remember, assessment is not just about tests; it is also about understanding and applying what you have learned.

Let's look at a sentence: 'the dog ran fast'. This sentence needs proper punctuation. When we write it correctly, it should be: 'The dog ran fast.' Notice how we capitalized the first letter and added a period at the end. Now, let's practice by correcting the following sentences: 'i like ice cream' and 'she plays soccer'.

In small groups, discuss your favorite book or story from this term. Each student will take turns sharing their thoughts. As you speak, remember to use complete sentences and correct punctuation. After everyone has shared, we will come together as a class to discuss the main ideas from your conversations.

Now it's your turn to write! Choose one of the following prompts: 'My favorite animal' or 'A day at the park'. Write a short paragraph about your chosen topic, making sure to use correct punctuation and spacing. After you finish writing, pair up with a partner to read your paragraph aloud and provide feedback to each other.

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

Answer: with a capital letter

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

• Running fast.
• The cat.
• The cat is sleeping.
• Sleepy.

Answer: The cat is sleeping.

A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb, and express a complete thought.

Answer: Question mark

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

• She likes apples, oranges and bananas.
• She likes apples oranges, and bananas.
• She likes apples oranges and bananas.
• She likes apples, oranges, and bananas.

Answer: She likes apples, oranges, and bananas.

The correct sentence includes commas to separate items in a list.

Answer: Responses will vary; students should write a complete sentence.

Students should demonstrate their ability to write a complete sentence about their favorite food.

• To ask a question
• To show excitement
• To end a statement
• To separate items

Answer: To end a statement

A period (.) is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

Answer: Narrator

The narrator is the person who tells the story in a book or a text.