English First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 7

Listening and speaking are essential skills that help us communicate effectively. In this lesson, we will focus on listening to a short text and discussing its content. We will also practice speaking clearly and confidently while sharing our thoughts. Understanding how to use punctuation correctly in our sentences will help convey our ideas more effectively.

Consider the sentence: 'The cat sat on the mat.' Notice how the period at the end indicates that the thought is complete. Now, if we say, 'What a lovely day it is!' the exclamation mark shows excitement. Using the correct punctuation helps the reader understand the tone of our message.

Listen carefully as I read a short story about a day at the park. After I finish, I will ask you some questions about the story. Pay attention to the details, as they will help you answer the questions. Once we finish, we will discuss what you liked about the story and how it made you feel.

Now, write three sentences about your favorite activity. Make sure to use correct punctuation. After writing, share your sentences with a partner and read them aloud. Pay attention to how your partner uses punctuation and spacing in their sentences.

• Period
• Comma
• Exclamation mark
• Question mark

Answer: Exclamation mark

An exclamation mark is used to express strong feelings or excitement.

• Running fast.
• The dog barks.
• Because it was raining.
• Under the table.

Answer: The dog barks.

A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb, and 'The dog barks' meets this requirement.

Answer: It is important to listen carefully to understand the information being shared.

Listening carefully helps us grasp details and respond appropriately.

• Read it silently
• Share it with a friend
• Ignore it
• Erase it

Answer: Share it with a friend

Sharing your writing helps you practice speaking and receive feedback.

Answer: What time is it?

This sentence asks a question, which is indicated by the question mark.

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

Answer: I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

This sentence correctly uses commas to separate items in a list.

Answer: Practicing speaking in front of others.

Practicing helps build confidence and clarity in speaking.