English First Additional Language - Term 3 - Week 5

Grammar is the set of rules that governs how we use language. It includes the structure of words, phrases, and sentences. Punctuation, on the other hand, helps clarify meaning by indicating pauses, stops, and the structure of sentences. For example, commas are used to separate items in a list, while periods indicate the end of a sentence. Understanding these elements is crucial for effective communication.

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.' Here, 'runned' is incorrect because the past tense of 'run' is 'ran.' Additionally, we should capitalize the first letter of the sentence. Always check for such errors when writing.

In pairs, students will receive a list of sentences with grammatical and punctuation errors. For example, 'she likes to play soccer, and basketball.' Students will work together to identify the mistakes and rewrite the sentences correctly. After 10 minutes, each pair will share one corrected sentence with the class, explaining the changes they made.

Students will individually receive a short paragraph filled with errors. Their task is to read the paragraph carefully, identify any grammatical mistakes, and correct the punctuation. After editing, they will rewrite the paragraph neatly. This exercise will help them apply their understanding of grammar and punctuation in a practical context.

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

Answer: He goes to the store.

This sentence uses the correct present tense form of the verb 'go.'

• Comma
• Period
• Question mark
• Exclamation mark

Answer: Period

A period is used to indicate a full stop at the end of a declarative sentence.

Answer: The cat sleeps on the mat.

The verb 'sleep' should be in the present tense form 'sleeps,' and the first letter should be capitalized.

• I like apples.
• I like apples and oranges.
• I like apples, but I don't like oranges.

Answer: I like apples, but I don't like oranges.

A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

Answer: To separate items in the list.

Commas are used to clarify the items in a list, making it easier to read.

• Subject-verb agreement
• Punctuation error
• Spelling error

Answer: Subject-verb agreement

'Don't' should be 'doesn't' to agree with the singular subject 'She.'

• Lets eat, Grandma!
• Lets eat Grandma!
• Let's eat Grandma!

Answer: Let's eat Grandma!

The correct form is 'Let's' (short for 'let us') which clarifies the meaning.