Topic: Structures
Sub-topic: Synonyms and Antonyms
Reference books: Intensive English
https://youtu.be/HD3IBffy6Z4
Sub-topic:- Synonyms.
Objective:- By the end of the lesson students should be able to; use words and their synonyms.
Content:- Synonyms are meaning of words. They are words used in place of other words.
They take the context of nearest in meaning e.g. firth - dirt
https://youtu.be/IEOrOPVMxiM
Evaluation:- What are synonyms?
Assignment:- Write a story to illustrates the statement, "A small drop of water makes a mighty ocean."
Sub-topic:- Antonyms
Behavioral Objectives:- By the end of the lesson students should be able to; used words and their antonyms.
Content:- Antonyms are opposites. Every meaningful word has an
antonyms. These antonyms are as important as the words that contract
them.
https://youtu.be/YjBlbnUNCjI
Evaluation:- What are antonyms?
Assignment:- Write a story to illustrate the statement, "A small drop of water makes a mighty ocean."
https://youtu.be/_Nh0osOwuSk
TOPIC: COMPREHENSION
BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: BY THE END OF THE LESSON, LEARNERS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:
a. Explain the passage
b. Use the context clues to determine meaning of words
REFERENCE: INTENSIVE ENGLISH S.S. 2 OLUIKPE BENSON et al
CONTENT: USING CONTEXT CLUES TO DETERMINE MEANING
Daring
Advanced
Without doubt
Virus
Performed
Designed
Intricate
https://youtu.be/CyK01USxdg0
EVALUATION:
a. Explain the passage
b. Use context clues to get the meaning of words
ASSIGNMENT: use context clues to get the meaning of the following:
Perspective
Distinctive
The starting point
Themes
Commerce
Topic: Clauses
A clause is a group of words with a finite verb. A clause should have a subject and a predicate.
E.g. Idowu bought a piece of land.
Subject: - Idowu
Predicate — bought a piece of land
Types of Clauses.
There are two types of clauses.
l . Independent clauses: These are also called main or principal clauses. An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand on its own as a sentence.
E.g. My English master is a kind man.
2. Dependent Clauses: These are also called subordinate clauses. A dependent clause does not express a complete thought and cannot stand on its own as a sentence. It depends on an independent clause for its meaning. E.g which he recommended.
There are three types of subordinate clauses.
1.
Noun Clauses
A noun clause is a subordinate clause that has a noun as the head word. A noun clause performs the functions of a noun. A noun clause is usually introduced by 'what' and 'that', but 'that' is sometimes omitted before the noun clause. A noun clause answers the question 'what or who?'
Examples of noun clauses
1. That he was insulted pained him a great deal.
2. The important thing is that he has arrived
3. Honesty is what we want.
Functions of Noun Clauses
A noun clause performs the functions of a noun.
1. Subject of a sentence
What he said is bitter.
That he was insulted pained him a great deal.
2. Object of a sentence
The cook gave us
what we should eat.
He told us
that he would come.
3. Complement of subject
Honesty is
what we want.
The important thing is
that he has arrived.
4. Complement of object
We call him
what he likes.
5. Complement of a preposition
The prize will go to
whoever wins.
2.
Adjectival Clauses
An adjectival clause is a subordinate clause that performs the functions of an adjective. The following conjunctions are usually used to introduce adjectival clauses; who, whom, whose, that, which, etc.
Examples of adjectival clauses
l . The man
who came here is a teacher. ('who came here' modifies the noun ' man')
2. That is the goat that ate our yam. ('that ate our yam' modifies the noun 'goat')
3. It was he
who slapped me. ('who slapped me' modifies the pronoun 'he')
4. The lady
whose car was stolen is crying. ('whose car was stolen' modifies the noun 'lady')
5. She has visited the place
where he was born. ('where he was born' modifies the noun 'place')
6. Here is the man
about whom I was talking to you. ('about whom I was talking to you' modifies the noun 'man')
3.
Adverbial clause
An adverbial clause is a subordinate clause that performs the functions of an adverb, such as telling us how, when, where, why, to what extent, or under what conditions, the action of the verb is performed. In other words, the adverbial clause modifies the verb in the main clause.
Examples of adverbial clauses
1. She sings
as if she were happy. (Manner: 'as if she were happy' modifies the verb 'sings')
2. Ada saw him
when she came to his office. (Time: 'when she came to his office' modifies the verb 'saw')
3. She can be found
where the man lives. (Place: 'where the 'man lives' modifies the verb 'can be found')
4. The man worked
so hard that he soon fell sick. (Result: 'that he soon fell sick' modifies the verb 'worked', together with its modifier 'so hard')
5. We shall go out
if it does not rain. (Condition: 'if it does not rain' modifies the verb 'shall go', together with its modifier 'out')
Types of Adverbial Clauses
The different types of adverbial clause correspond with the nature of information which the clause gives about the verb in the main clause.
i.
Of time
Emeka did not bring gifts
when he visited you last.
Before you start writing, study the question carefully.
ii.
Of place
He left the letter
where it could be easily seen.
Send us
wherever you want to.
iii.
Of manner
The lady is treating us
as if we were her servants.
The boy danced
as though he had been dancing all his life.
iv.
Of reason
Because he was wrong, he apologised.
He had to fight back
since he had no other option.
v.
Of purpose
The athlete trained very hard
so that he might win the race.
In order that he might secure a seat, he arrived early at the stadium.
vi.
Of result
Sule ate
so much food at the party that he started vomiting.
The official worked
so hard that he had a breakdown.
vii.
Of comparison
Amadi drank
more wine than I did.
My brother works
as hard as I do.
viii.
Of condition
We shall attend his party
if he invites us.
Unless he invites us, we shall not attend the party.
ix.
Of concession
Although Okorie is poor, he is well respected.
He is intelligent
even if he is naive.
https://youtu.be/ajyFbgzXWC8
EVALUATION: Exercise 1, Question a e page 225, Countdown to English
Topic: Speech Writing
Characteristics of a written speech
I .
Formal Salutation (vocatives): There is always an audience to be addressed. In formal situations, people are usually appointed to perform one function or the other. Social ethics demand that you recognise and accord due respect to those at the high table and other dignitaries present at the occasion.
2.
The Use of personal pronouns; The speaker often personalizes his speech by the use of personal pronouns such A I, you, we, he, etc. which reflects actual speech.
3.
Use of short forms: Speeches are often characterized by the use of short forms of words and sentences E.g. Sam ( for Samuel), I'm (I am) can't (cannot) don't (do
4.
Introducing the Topic: After the salutation, the next logical thing to do is to introduce your topic. Whatever, your topic is, try to introduce it in an interesting manner, showing in one way other that you hold your audience in high esteem, and that you are competent to handle the topic.
5.
Developing the Topic: Logical sequencing of ideas and coherent presentation are valued highly in speech making.
6.
Concluding your Speech: The concluding paragraph of your written speech should be rounded off in a neat way so as to reflect your entire speech.
Sample Question: As the new senior prefect of your school, write a farewell speech meant to be delivered at the graduation ceremony of the outgoing SS3 students.
Sample Outline
A FAREWELL SPEECH BY JOHNSON OJO DURING THE GRADUATION CEREMONY OF THE SS3 STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL HALL ON 30 JULY 2010
The Honourable Commissioner of Education,
Our Dear Parents,
The Principal, Our Teachers,
Worthy Graduating Students,
Fellow Students,
Paragraph 1 — Appreciate the privilege of being permitted to speak, explain the importance of the ceremony, state your purpose.
Paragraph 2 Commend the graduating students for going through the rigours of 6 years in SSS.
Paragraph 3 — Remind them of the lessons of hard work, determination, uprightness, etc.
Paragraph 4 — Inform them of the world outside school and future hurdles like JAMB Exams, Campus life, dangers of new found liberty.
Paragraph 5 — Counsel them on the need to choose the path of being academic, social and moral high achievers.
Paragraph 6 — Conclude by thanking the audience for listening, thank the parents for their faith and support. Wish the graduating students success in life and hope for a safe journey back home for everyone.
https://youtu.be/mkob6lNAnN8
EVALUATION: As the head boy or head girl of your School, write out your address to be presented to the guests of your school during the inter-house sports competition.
Topic: Comprehension: Drama
The passage is an extract from the play by Wole Soyinka titled 'The Lion and the Jewel' . In this extract, teacher Lakunle meets with Sidi on her way from the stream. She had a pot of water on her head and this led to the discussion between herself and Lakunle . The teacher strongly opposes the idea of a young girl carrying a pot of water on her head and goes ahead to air his view to Sidi.
https://youtu.be/bdcrJqHNi_Y
https://youtu.be/oFAT9bY98n8
Evaluation: Questions, page 126.
Topic: Vocabulary: Latin Expression used in English.
Latin was the language of the ancient Romans. Nowadays, few people in Europe or elsewhere learn Latin, but until the past 70 years or so, it was a language learnt by virtually every educated person.
Here are some Latin expressions that are part of the English language. ad hoc: Intended for a particular purpose ad infinitum: for ever
ad nauseam: to the point of making one sick
bona fide: genuine
curriculum vitae: a summary of a person's qualifications and career, used to support an application for a job.
de facto: in practice
de jure: by right
et cetera: and the rest
exempli gratia: for the sake of an example, generally abbreviated to e.g.
ex officio: by virtue of one's position
id est: that is, often abbreviated to i.e.
impromptu: unprepared
in extremis: in extreme conditions
persona non grata: an unwelcome person
ultra vires: beyond one's powers, said when a person in authority does something which he is not allowed to do.
https://youtu.be/fSG9IrLxzvg
EVALUATION: Practice 1, page 129
Reading Assignment: Direct and Indirect speeches
ASSIGNMENT: Revision and tests part 2, page 137, Effective English.
Exercise I Question 2, page 225, Count down to English.