Mastering Smell Descriptions: Vocabulary Development for JSS 3

Subject: English Language
Class: JSS 3
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Age: 12-14 years
Topic: Vocabulary Development – Adjectives and Verbs Related to Smell, Taste, and Shape

Sub-topic: Modifiers: Adjectives and Verbs to Describe Sense of Smell

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define adjectives and verbs related to the sense of smell.
2. Identify and use appropriate adjectives and verbs to describe different smells.
3. Apply the adjectives and verbs in sentences to accurately describe various olfactory experiences.

Keywords

Olfactory, aroma, acrid, fragrant, foul, pungent

Set Induction

The teacher presents different scented items (e.g., flowers, food, perfume) to the students and asks them to describe the smells.

Entry Behaviour

Students are familiar with the five senses, particularly smell, and have basic knowledge of adjectives and verbs.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Scented flowers, food items, and perfumes
• Flashcards with adjectives and verbs related to smell

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have previously learned about adjectives and verbs. This lesson builds on that by focusing on the sense of smell and how it is described using specific modifiers.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Vocabulary development
• Communication

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• New Oxford English for Junior Secondary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Scented objects for demonstration
• Flashcards
• Whiteboard

Content

Explanation of Adjectives and Verbs Related to Smell

1. Adjectives of Smell
   • Acrid: Sharp, bitter, unpleasant smell.
     Example: The acrid smell of smoke filled the room.
   • Fragrant: Sweet-smelling, usually pleasant.
     Example: The fragrant roses made the room smell lovely.
   • Foul: Bad, unpleasant odor.
     Example: The trash emitted a foul odor.
   • Putrid: Rotten, decayed smell.
     Example: The putrid smell of the spoiled food made me nauseous.
   • Pungent: Strong, intense smell.
     Example: The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
   • Aromatic: A pleasant, distinctive smell.
     Example: The aromatic herbs added a delightful scent to the dish.
2. Verbs of Smell
   • Whiff: To catch a brief, faint smell.
     Example: She caught a whiff of perfume as he walked by.
   • Reek: To give off a very strong, unpleasant smell.
     Example: The room reeked of cigarette smoke.
   • Sniff: To inhale air audibly to detect a smell.
     Example: He sniffed the food to check if it was still fresh.
   • Exude: To give off a smell, usually gradually.
     Example: The flower exuded a sweet fragrance.
   • Waft: To carry a smell through the air.
     Example: The smell of freshly baked bread wafted through the house.

15 Fill-in-the-blank Questions with Options

1. The trash bin gave off a ___ smell.
   a) fragrant
   b) acrid
   c) pungent
   d) putrid
2. The smell of roses was ___.
   a) foul
   b) fragrant
   c) pungent
   d) putrid
3. The old socks began to ___.
   a) whiff
   b) waft
   c) exude
   d) reek
4. She caught a ___ of perfume in the air.
   a) reek
   b) foul
   c) waft
   d) whiff
5. The ___ smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
   a) pungent
   b) fragrant
   c) acrid
   d) aromatic
6. The flowers ___ a sweet aroma.
   a) exuded
   b) reeked
   c) whiffed
   d) wafted
7. The soup smelled ___.
   a) pungent
   b) putrid
   c) fragrant
   d) rancid
8. The smell of old food was ___.
   a) pleasant
   b) foul
   c) fragrant
   d) acrid
9. As she opened the window, the smell began to ___.
   a) exude
   b) waft
   c) sniff
   d) reek
10. The flower has an ___ smell.
    a) acrid
    b) aromatic
    c) rancid
    d) pungent
11. The ___ scent of lavender relaxed her.
    a) foul
    b) fragrant
    c) acrid
    d) pungent
12. The food in the refrigerator started to ___.
    a) reek
    b) whiff
    c) sniff
    d) waft
13. The burnt toast had a ___ smell.
    a) fragrant
    b) acrid
    c) sweet
    d) aromatic
14. The old socks were ___.
    a) sweet-smelling
    b) foul
    c) fragrant
    d) pleasant
15. The smell of fresh bread began to ___.
    a) waft
    b) reek
    c) exude
    d) sniff

15 FAQs with Answers for Better Understanding

1. What does “acrid” mean?
   • It means a sharp, unpleasant smell.
2. What is a fragrant smell?
   • A sweet or pleasant smell.
3. What is an example of a foul smell?
   • The smell of garbage.
4. What does it mean when something “wafts”?
   • It means the smell is carried gently through the air.
5. What is the meaning of “reek”?
   • It means to emit a very strong, unpleasant odor.
6. Can “whiff” be used as a verb?
   • Yes, it means to catch a brief smell of something.
7. What is the opposite of “fragrant”?
   • Foul or rancid.
8. How do you use “pungent” in a sentence?
   • The pungent smell of onions made my eyes water.
9. What is the difference between “acrid” and “aromatic”?
   • “Acrid” describes an unpleasant, sharp smell, while “aromatic” describes a pleasant, distinctive scent.
10. What is the verb for catching a smell briefly?
    • Sniff or whiff.
11. What does “putrid” describe?
    • A decayed or rotten smell.
12. What kind of smell does “malodorous” describe?
    • A bad or unpleasant smell.
13. Can “reek” be used to describe a good smell?
    • No, it is used for bad smells.
14. What is the verb for giving off a smell?
    • Exude.
15. What smell does “aromatic” refer to?
    • A sweet or pleasant smell.

Presentation (Steps 1-3)

1. Step 1: The teacher reviews basic adjectives with the students.
2. Step 2: The teacher introduces adjectives and verbs related to the sense of smell, providing definitions and examples.
3. Step 3: The teacher asks students to use the new vocabulary in sentences.

Teacher’s Activities

• Introduce and explain the vocabulary.
• Provide examples of how to use the vocabulary in sentences.
• Facilitate discussions and corrections during sentence practice.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in the discussion by identifying smells.
• Use the new vocabulary to describe smells.
• Write sentences using the vocabulary.

Assessment

Ask students to describe the smells of different objects in the classroom using the adjectives and verbs learned.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is the meaning of “pungent”?
2. Can “fragrant” be used to describe food?
3. How would you describe the smell of a dead animal?
4. What verb describes the action of briefly catching a smell?
5. What is the difference between “reek” and “exude”?

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the new vocabulary with the students and ensures that they can confidently use the words to describe various smells.

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