English Home Language - Term 1 - Week 9

Grammar is the set of rules that govern how we use language. It includes the structure of sentences, the use of verbs, nouns, and adjectives, as well as punctuation marks like commas, periods, and question marks. Proper punctuation helps clarify meaning and ensures that our writing is easily understood. In this lesson, we will explore common grammatical errors and practice correcting them.

Let's look at the following sentence: 'the dog runned fast.' This sentence contains a grammatical error. The correct form is 'the dog ran fast.' Notice how we changed 'runned' to 'ran.' Now, let's add punctuation: 'The dog ran fast.' We capitalized the first letter and added a period at the end. This is how we ensure our sentences are grammatically correct and properly punctuated.

In small groups, you will receive a list of sentences that contain grammatical errors. Work together to identify the mistakes and rewrite the sentences correctly. Pay attention to punctuation and spacing as well. After 10 minutes, each group will share one corrected sentence with the class, explaining the changes made.

Now it's your turn to practice independently. Write a short paragraph about your favorite hobby. Make sure to use correct grammar and punctuation. After writing, exchange your paragraph with a partner and edit each other's work. Look for any grammatical errors and check for proper punctuation. Provide feedback to each other before submitting your final drafts.

• She go to the store.
• She goes to the store.
• She gone to the store.

Answer: She goes to the store.

The correct form uses the present tense 'goes' to match the subject 'She.'

• .
• !
• ?

Answer: ?

A question mark is used at the end of a question.

Answer: He doesn't like apples.

The contraction 'doesn't' is the correct form instead of 'dont.'

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

Answer: I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.

Commas are used to separate items in a list.

Answer: They are happy.

The correct form of the verb 'to be' for 'they' is 'are.'

• It's should be its.
• Chased should be chase.
• The should be A.

Answer: It's should be its.

'It's' is a contraction for 'it is,' while 'its' is the possessive form.

• I like to read.
• Do you like to read?
• Reading is fun.

Answer: Do you like to read?

This sentence is structured to ask a question.

Answer: What a beautiful day!