English First Additional Language - Term 1 - Week 9

Grammar is the set of rules that helps us use language correctly. Punctuation marks, like periods, commas, and question marks, help us understand the meaning of sentences. For example, a period shows that a sentence has ended, while a question mark indicates a question. Today, we will learn how to use these marks correctly and how to spot mistakes in sentences.

Let's look at the sentence: 'the dog run fast.' This sentence has a grammatical error. The correct form is 'The dog runs fast.' Notice how we capitalized the first letter and added an 's' to 'run' to match the subject. Now, let's correct another sentence together: 'she go to the park.' What changes do we need to make?

In groups, you will receive a set of words. Your task is to create complete sentences using these words. Remember to use correct punctuation. After you create your sentences, we will share them with the class. Pay attention to how your classmates structure their sentences and the punctuation they use.

Now, you will work individually on a short text that contains several grammatical errors and punctuation mistakes. Your job is to read the text carefully, identify the errors, and rewrite the text correctly. Make sure to check for proper capitalization, punctuation, and sentence structure. Once you finish, we will discuss your corrections as a class.

• the cat sleep on the mat.
• The cat sleeps on the mat.
• the Cat Sleeps on the mat

Answer: The cat sleeps on the mat.

This sentence is correct because it starts with a capital letter and uses the correct verb form.

• Period
• Comma
• Question mark

Answer: Question mark

A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks a question.

Answer: He goes to school every day.

The subject 'he' requires the verb 'go' to be changed to 'goes' to match the subject.

• I like ice cream
• Do you like ice cream?
• I like ice cream.

Answer: I like ice cream

This sentence is missing a period at the end.

Answer: To separate items in a list or to indicate a pause.

Commas help clarify meaning by separating different parts of a sentence.

• She are going to the store.
• She is going to the store.
• She going to the store.

Answer: She is going to the store.

This sentence uses the correct form of the verb 'to be' with the subject 'she.'

• Interrogative
• Imperative
• Exclamatory

Answer: Imperative

An imperative sentence gives a command or request.

Answer: What time is it?