Setswana First Additional Language - Term 2 - Week 9

In this lesson, we will focus on listening and speaking skills that are essential for effective communication. We will listen to a short story in Setswana and then discuss its main ideas. This will help us practice our listening comprehension and speaking abilities. Additionally, we will learn how to construct sentences correctly, paying attention to punctuation and spacing.

Listen carefully to the following short story: 'Mokhudu o ne a na le ngwana yo o ratang go etela borai.' After listening, we will discuss what Mokhudu did and how the child felt. This example shows how we can listen to a story and then express our thoughts about it in Setswana.

In groups of four, discuss the story we just listened to. Each student should share one thing they liked about the story and one question they have. Use complete sentences and remember to speak clearly. After the discussion, we will come together as a class to share some of the questions and answers from each group.

Now, it's your turn to practice writing. Write five sentences about your favorite activity using correct punctuation and spacing. For example, 'Ke rata go bapala bolo.' After writing, exchange your sentences with a partner and check each other's work for any mistakes. Make sure to provide feedback on how to improve.

• Reading only
• Listening and speaking
• Writing only
• Mathematics

Answer: Listening and speaking

The lesson is designed to enhance listening and speaking skills through various activities.

Answer: Mokhudu went to visit his child.

This answer reflects the main action in the story we listened to.

• Using slang
• Speaking clearly
• Ignoring punctuation
• Speaking quietly

Answer: Speaking clearly

Clear speech is essential for effective communication.

Answer: Ke rata go ja pizza.

This sentence is a correct example of expressing a personal preference in Setswana.

• Talk to your friend
• Listen carefully
• Draw pictures
• Ignore the speaker

Answer: Listen carefully

Listening carefully helps you understand the story better.

Answer: Ke eng se se kgethegileng mo go Mokhudu?

This question encourages reflection on the story's content.

• It makes writing look pretty
• It helps to clarify meaning
• It is not important
• It takes too much time

Answer: It helps to clarify meaning

Punctuation is essential for understanding the structure and meaning of sentences.

Answer: Re ne re buisana ka go etela borai.