First Term Examination for Primary 3 English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 13

Lesson Plan: Examination

Subject: English Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 13
Age: 8 years
Topic: Examination
Sub-topic: Assessing Knowledge and Skills Learned During the Term
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Complete the examination accurately and independently.
2. Demonstrate understanding of key concepts and vocabulary from the term.
3. Answer questions in various formats, including multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions.

Keywords: Examination, Assessment, Test, Knowledge, Vocabulary, Comprehension

Set Induction: Explain the importance of examinations as a way to show what they have learned. Encourage pupils to do their best and remain calm.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils have reviewed key concepts and vocabulary from the term and are familiar with examination formats.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Examination papers
• Pencils and erasers
• Answer sheets

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Discuss how the examination will cover topics they have learned throughout the term and how it helps teachers understand their progress.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Reading comprehension
• Vocabulary usage
• Critical thinking
• Time management

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Primary 3 English Textbook

Instructional Materials:

• Examination papers

Content:

Explanation of the Topic:

1. Examination Instructions:
   • Explain the format of the examination paper.
   • Ensure pupils understand the instructions for each section.
2. Completing the Examination:
   • Allow pupils to work independently on their examination papers.
   • Monitor the classroom to ensure a quiet and focused environment.

Sample Examination Paper:

Section A: Multiple Choice (15 Questions)

1. A _______ is used to type on a computer. (a) mouse (b) monitor (c) keyboard (d) printer)
2. _______ is a day to celebrate fathers. (a) Mother’s Day (b) Father’s Day (c) Children’s Day (d) Grandparents’ Day)
3. Magazines usually have colorful _______. (a) pages (b) news (c) reports (d) charts)
4. The _______ helps us see what is on the computer screen. (a) mouse (b) monitor (c) keyboard (d) printer)
5. Good _______ include kindness and honesty. (a) values (b) sports (c) games (d) stories)
6. _______ connects us to the internet. (a) Software (b) Hardware (c) Email (d) Wi-Fi)
7. A _______ in a magazine might show fashion trends. (a) article (b) chart (c) graph (d) picture)
8. We use _______ to send messages electronically. (a) mail (b) email (c) phone (d) fax)
9. _______ are important for keeping us safe on the road. (a) Games (b) Rules (c) Songs (d) Stories)
10. The _______ section in a newspaper tells about sports. (a) fashion (b) sports (c) travel (d) weather)
11. The _______ stores information on a computer. (a) mouse (b) monitor (c) hard drive (d) printer)
12. _______ are words we use to connect ideas in sentences. (a) Nouns (b) Verbs (c) Conjunctions (d) Adjectives)
13. A _______ shows data in a visual way. (a) paragraph (b) chart (c) sentence (d) story)
14. _______ helps us understand what we read. (a) Writing (b) Speaking (c) Comprehension (d) Listening)
15. We celebrate _______ to honor mothers. (a) Children’s Day (b) Mother’s Day (c) Father’s Day (d) Grandparents’ Day)

Section B: Fill-in-the-Blank (15 Questions)

1. A _______ is used to type on a computer.
2. _______ is a day to celebrate fathers.
3. Magazines usually have colorful _______.
4. The _______ helps us see what is on the computer screen.
5. Good _______ include kindness and honesty.
6. _______ connects us to the internet.
7. A _______ in a magazine might show fashion trends.
8. We use _______ to send messages electronically.
9. _______ are important for keeping us safe on the road.
10. The _______ section in a newspaper tells about sports.
11. The _______ stores information on a computer.
12. _______ are words we use to connect ideas in sentences.
13. A _______ shows data in a visual way.
14. _______ helps us understand what we read.
15. We celebrate _______ to honor mothers.

Section C: Short Answer Questions (10 Questions)

1. What is a keyboard used for?
2. Why do we celebrate Father’s Day?
3. Describe a magazine.
4. What does a monitor do?
5. Name a good value.
6. How do we connect to the internet?
7. What is an article?
8. How do we send electronic messages?
9. Why are road safety rules important?
10. What does the sports section in a newspaper cover?

Presentation: Step 1: The teacher revises the examination instructions and ensures pupils understand what is expected of them.

Step 2: The teacher distributes the examination papers and supervises the pupils as they work on the exam.

Step 3: The teacher collects the examination papers at the end of the exam and provides encouragement to the pupils for their efforts.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the examination format and instructions.
• Distribute examination papers and monitor the classroom.
• Collect examination papers and ensure a calm environment.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the instructions carefully.
• Complete the examination independently.
• Hand in the examination papers when finished.

Assessment:

• Examination papers will be graded to assess pupils’ understanding of key topics and vocabulary from the term.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a keyboard used for?
2. Why do we celebrate Father’s Day?
3. Describe a magazine.
4. What does a monitor do?
5. Name a good value.
6. How do we connect to the internet?
7. What is an article?
8. How do we send electronic messages?
9. Why are road safety rules important?
10. What does the sports section in a newspaper cover?

Conclusion: The teacher reviews the examination results with the pupils, provides feedback, and highlights areas for improvement. Encourage pupils to continue practicing and studying to strengthen their understanding.

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NAME:                                     

CLASS: PRIMARY 3            

SUBJECT: English Language

OBJECTIVES

INSTRUCTION: Read the passage carefully and answer the question

SAFETY ON THE ROAD

Road is one of the major mean of transportation in Nigeria. Vehicles fly the road to convey man, goods and services from one place to the other.

The FRSC established in February 1988 is the Federal Security Agent that works on preventing accidents on the road. For Lagos State, LASTMA supports the work of the FRSC.

To avoid accidents on the road drivers must avoid over speeding, reckless driving, driving when drunk and for pedestrians, they must use over-head bridges where available . They must avoid playing while on the road.

QUESTIONS

1. What is the major means of transportation in Nigeria?

2. When was FRSC established?

3. Mention three acts that drivers must avoid to avert road accidents

4. Who are those people that must use the over-head bridges?

5. What is the full meaning of
6. FRSC              –
7. LASTMA       –

SECTION B

Underline the nouns in the sentences below

6. Japan and Korea are countries in Asia.
7. Pridoria looks better than Johannesburg.
8. John lives in Portharcourt.
9. Olu is from Epe, Lagos
10. Akpan is from Nigeria.

SECTION C

Choose the right verb to fill up the gaps in the following sentences

11. I cannot __________ with you ( come/ need )
12. You won’t __________ me ( give/ cooked )
13. Mum ________ rice for dinner ( kicked / cooked )
14. The maid has _____________ the biscuit ( boiled / bought )
15. I _______________ a drink ( need, sleep )

SECTION D

Think of a word that is a synonym of the word given and write it in the blank space.

16. Large _________________          ( big / small )
17. Clever _________________          ( slow / brilliant )
18. Sad _________________          ( fine / unhappy )
19. Laugh _________________          ( smile / cry )
20. Keep _________________          ( beautiful / save )

SECTION E

Write a composition not more than 20 words on HOW I SPENT MY LAST HOLIDAY