Understanding Personal Pronouns – English Grammar Lesson for SS 2
Personal Pronouns
English Grammar SS 2 Second Term Lesson Notes – Week 4
Subject: English Grammar
Class: SS 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 4
Age: 14–16 years
Topic: Personal Pronouns
Sub-topic: Types and Usage of Personal Pronouns
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define personal pronouns.
- Identify the different types of personal pronouns.
- Use personal pronouns correctly in sentences.
- Differentiate between subject, object, and possessive pronouns.
Keywords
- Personal Pronoun
- Subject Pronoun
- Object Pronoun
- Possessive Pronoun
- Antecedent
Set Induction
The teacher will ask students to identify the pronouns in the following sentence:
“John lost his book, but he found it later.”
- The teacher will highlight the pronouns “his,” “he,” and “it” to introduce the lesson.
Entry Behavior
Students already know about nouns as naming words and have encountered pronouns in previous topics.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Flashcards with pronouns
- Sentence strips
- Whiteboard and marker
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Students have learned about nouns. The teacher will explain that pronouns are words used in place of nouns to avoid repetition.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Grammar application
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- English Language Textbooks
- Oxford English Dictionary
Content Breakdown
1. Definition of Personal Pronouns
A personal pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun, representing a person, animal, thing, or concept.
2. Types of Personal Pronouns
There are three main types of personal pronouns:
A. Subject Pronouns
- These are used as the subjects of sentences.
- Examples: I, you, he, she, it, we, they
- Example in a sentence: She is reading a book.
B. Object Pronouns
- These receive the action in a sentence.
- Examples: me, you, him, her, it, us, them
- Example in a sentence: The teacher gave them homework.
C. Possessive Pronouns
- These show ownership or possession.
- Examples: mine, yours, his, hers, ours, theirs
- Example in a sentence: This book is mine.
Evaluation Questions (Fill in the Blanks)
- A personal pronoun is a word that _______ a noun.
a) describes
b) replaces
c) modifies
d) supports - How many types of personal pronouns are there?
a) Two
b) Three
c) Four
d) Five - Subject pronouns are used as the _______ of sentences.
a) objects
b) subjects
c) verbs
d) adjectives - Which is an example of an object pronoun?
a) I
b) he
c) them
d) we - What do possessive pronouns show?
a) Possession
b) Actions
c) Locations
d) Colors - When do we use “I” as a subject pronoun?
a) With plural nouns
b) As an object
c) As a subject
d) To show possession - Can you use “her” in a sentence as an object pronoun?
a) Yes
b) No - What is the possessive pronoun for the third person singular masculine?
a) Yours
b) His
c) Their
d) Our - Give an example of a possessive pronoun for the first person plural.
a) My
b) Our
c) Your
d) Their - When should we use “they” as a subject pronoun?
a) With singular nouns
b) To show possession
c) With plural nouns
d) With adjectives - What is the object pronoun for the second person singular?
a) They
b) You
c) He
d) It - How do possessive pronouns differ from possessive adjectives?
a) They both modify nouns.
b) They both replace nouns.
c) Possessive pronouns stand alone, while possessive adjectives come before nouns.
d) Possessive adjectives are used for objects. - What is the possessive pronoun for the third person singular feminine?
a) Hers
b) Your
c) Their
d) My - Give an example of a sentence using “we” as a subject pronoun.
a) They are coming.
b) We are going.
c) He is happy.
d) It is big. - What is the object pronoun for the third person plural?
a) Them
b) Us
c) Her
d) It
Class Activity Discussion (FAQs and Answers)
- What is a personal pronoun?
- A word that replaces a noun in a sentence.
- What are the three types of personal pronouns?
- Subject, object, and possessive pronouns.
- Can you give examples of subject pronouns?
- Yes, examples include I, you, he, she, it, we, they.
- What are object pronouns used for?
- They receive the action in a sentence.
- Give three examples of object pronouns.
- Him, her, them.
- What is the difference between possessive pronouns and possessive adjectives?
- Possessive pronouns stand alone, while possessive adjectives modify nouns.
- Give an example of a possessive pronoun in a sentence.
- The book is mine.
- What is the subject pronoun for the first person singular?
- I.
- What is the object pronoun for the second person plural?
- You.
- What is the possessive pronoun for the third person singular masculine?
- His.
- How can we use “we” in a sentence?
- We are learning English grammar.
- What is the object pronoun for “they”?
- Them.
- When should we use “it” as a subject pronoun?
- When referring to a non-living thing or an animal.
- What is the difference between “her” and “hers”?
- “Her” is a possessive adjective, while “hers” is a possessive pronoun.
- Which pronoun should be used in the sentence: “This is not my book; it is _____”?
- Mine.
Presentation Steps
- The teacher revises the previous lesson.
- The teacher introduces the topic and explains personal pronouns.
- The teacher allows students to contribute examples.
- The teacher corrects mistakes and provides explanations.
Assessment (Short-Answer Questions)
- What is a personal pronoun?
- Give three examples of subject pronouns.
- Identify the object pronoun in the sentence: “She gave me a gift.”
- What is the possessive pronoun for “they”?
- Differentiate between “my” and “mine.”
Conclusion
The teacher marks students’ work, provides feedback, and summarizes the lesson.