Punctuation marks. Full stop and Question mark

Subject : English Grammar

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 4

Topic : Punctuation marks. Full
stop and Question mark

 

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

• describe and discuss
  the punctuation marks
• use both punctuation
  marks correctly in
  sentences.

 

 

 

Learning Activities :

• Pupils, as a class, discuss
  and describe the
  punctuation marks
• Pupils, in small groups, use
  the punctuation marks
  correctly in sentences
  constructed.

 

Embedded Core Skills :

• Communication and Collaboration
• Creativity and Imagination
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Leadership skills and Personal Development

 

 

Materials:

AUDIO VISUAL
RESOURCES

• Chart/Picture of the full
  stop and question
  marks
• flash cards of
  sentences with the
  punctuation marks.
• https://www.thesaurus.com/e/grammar/what-are-the-major-punctuation-marks/

 

 

 

 

Content :

Punctuation marks serve to clarify the meaning and structure of written language. Two common punctuation marks are the full stop (also known as a period) and the question mark.

The full stop is used at the end of a sentence that makes a statement or presents a fact. It indicates a complete thought and signals that the sentence has come to an end. For example: “I am going to the store.” In this sentence, the full stop indicates that the speaker has finished expressing their thought.

The question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks a question. It signals to the reader that the sentence is interrogative and prompts them to consider the question being posed. For example: “What time is it?” In this sentence, the question mark signals that the speaker is asking for information.

It’s important to use punctuation marks correctly in order to convey your meaning clearly and effectively in writing. The full stop and the question mark are two basic punctuation marks that help to clarify the meaning of written language

Identification and Writing of Punctuation Marks

 

Difference between Punctuation marks and Topography symbols

The distinction between punctuation marks and typographical symbols lies in the fact that punctuation marks are typically governed by established rules within the realm of grammar. Proper usage of punctuation marks entails capitalizing the first letter after a period, and using a comma before coordinating conjunctions.

As for typographical symbols, there may not be as clear-cut rules for their usage, or even a consensus on when to use them. In most cases, grammar resources tend to limit the use of typographical symbols to very specific contexts, with a general recommendation for writers to avoid their use altogether

 

Uses of Full stop

1. To end a sentence: The most basic use of the full stop is to mark the end of a sentence. This is when the speaker has finished expressing a complete thought. For example: “I went to the park.”
2. To show abbreviation: When a word is abbreviated, the full stop is used to indicate that some letters have been removed. For example: “Mr. Smith is going to the U.S.A.”
3. To separate numbers: When writing a decimal number, the full stop is used to separate the whole number from the decimal fraction. For example: “The price of the book is $15.99.”
4. In web addresses: In a web address, the full stop is used to separate different parts of the address. For example: “www.example.com.”
5. In titles: The full stop can be used in titles to separate different parts of the title. For example: “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.”

 

 

Uses of Question mark

1. To ask a direct question: The most basic use of the question mark is to ask a direct question. For example: “What is your favorite color?”
2. To indicate doubt or uncertainty: The question mark can also be used to show doubt or uncertainty in a sentence. For example: “She said she would come to the party, but I’m not sure if she will?”
3. In dialogue: When writing dialogue, the question mark is used to indicate that a character is asking a question. For example: “Are you coming to the game?” asked Tom.
4. To show surprise: The question mark can also be used to show surprise or disbelief. For example: “You won the race?”
5. In rhetorical questions: A rhetorical question is a question that is not meant to be answered. The question mark is still used, but the answer is usually implied. For example: “Do you think I’m stupid?”

Remember, it’s important to use the question mark correctly in order to convey the intended meaning of a sentence.

 

Evaluation

1. Which punctuation mark is used at the end of a sentence that makes a statement or presents a fact? a) Full stop b) Comma c) Semicolon d) Exclamation mark
2. What does a full stop indicate in a sentence? a) A question is being asked b) A new paragraph is starting c) A complete thought has been expressed d) A list is being presented
3. Which of the following is an example of using a question mark to indicate surprise or disbelief? a) “I can’t believe you’re coming to the party!” b) “What time does the party start?” c) “Will there be food at the party?” d) “Why are you going to the party?”
4. When should a full stop be used in a title? a) To separate different parts of the title b) To indicate a question is being asked c) To show doubt or uncertainty d) To abbreviate a word
5. Which punctuation mark is used to separate whole numbers from decimal fractions? a) Full stop b) Comma c) Semicolon d) Colon
6. Which of the following is an example of a rhetorical question? a) “What is your name?” b) “Do you want to come to the party?” c) “Why does this always happen to me?” d) “Are you serious?”
7. What is the purpose of a question mark in a dialogue? a) To separate different parts of the dialogue b) To show doubt or uncertainty c) To indicate that a character is asking a question d) To show surprise
8. Which of the following punctuation marks is part of grammar and has well-established rules for usage? a) Exclamation mark b) Quotation marks c) Full stop d) Hyphen
9. What is the purpose of a full stop in an abbreviation? a) To separate different parts of the abbreviation b) To indicate a question is being asked c) To show surprise d) To indicate that some letters have been removed
10. What is the basic use of a question mark in a sentence? a) To indicate surprise or disbelief b) To ask a direct question c) To show doubt or uncertainty d) To separate different parts of the sentence

Consonant Sounds /h/; /w/ and /j/,Punctuation Marks (Full Stop) and Formal Letters (Letter to the School Principal)

Other Punctuation Marks

1. Period (.) – Indicates the end of a sentence or abbreviation.
2. Comma (,) – Separates items in a list or separates clauses in a sentence.
3. Question mark (?) – Used at the end of a sentence to indicate a direct question.
4. Exclamation mark (!) – Used to show strong emotions or emphasis.
5. Colon (:) – Introduces a list, explanation, or example.
6. Semicolon (;) – Connects two closely related independent clauses in a sentence.
7. Quotation marks (” “) – Indicate direct speech or to enclose a quote.
8. Apostrophe (‘) – Shows possession or contraction in words.
9. Parentheses (()) – Enclose additional information or clarify a statement.
10. Brackets ([] or {}) – Used to enclose editorial comments or to show alternatives.
11. Ellipsis (…) – Indicates omission of words or a trailing off thought.
12. Dash (-) – Separates words or phrases, emphasizes a point, or shows a range.
13. Hyphen (-) – Joins words together or breaks words at the end of a line.
14. Slash or forward slash (/) – Separates options or alternatives.
15. Backslash (\) – Used in computer coding or to show division.
16. Ampersand (&) – Represents the word “and” in abbreviations or titles.
17. Asterisk (*) – Used for footnotes, to highlight important points, or as a wildcard character.
18. Dollar sign ($) – Denotes currency or monetary values.
19. Percent sign (%) – Represents a percentage or proportion.
20. Pound or number sign (#) – Used in hashtags or to indicate numbers.
21. At sign (@) – Used in email addresses or to mention someone on social media.

These explanations provide a general understanding of each punctuation mark, but keep in mind that their usage can vary depending on the context and language.

Evaluation

 

1. The punctuation mark used to indicate the end of a sentence is the ____.
a) Period
b) Comma
c) Question mark

2. The punctuation mark that separates items in a list is the ____.
a) Period
b) Comma
c) Question mark

3. The punctuation mark used to indicate strong emotions or emphasis is the ____.
a) Period
b) Comma
c) Exclamation mark

4. The punctuation mark that introduces a list, explanation, or example is the ____.
a) Colon
b) Semicolon
c) Quotation marks

5. The punctuation mark used to show possession or contraction in words is the ____.
a) Apostrophe
b) Parentheses
c) Brackets

6. The punctuation mark used to indicate omission of words or a trailing off thought is the ____.
a) Ellipsis
b) Dash
c) Hyphen

7. The punctuation mark that separates two closely related independent clauses in a sentence is the ____.
a) Ellipsis
b) Semicolon
c) Quotation marks

8. The punctuation mark used to enclose direct speech or a quote is the ____.
a) Parentheses
b) Quotation marks
c) Apostrophe

9. The punctuation mark that represents the word “and” in abbreviations or titles is the ____.
a) Ampersand
b) Asterisk
c) Dollar sign

10. The punctuation mark used to indicate alternatives or options is the ____.
a) Slash
b) Backslash
c) Hyphen

11. The punctuation mark that indicates a range of numbers or dates is the ____.
a) Colon
b) Semicolon
c) Dash

12. The punctuation mark used to enclose additional information or clarify a statement is ____.
a) Parentheses
b) Brackets
c) Quotation marks

13. The punctuation mark used to join words together or break words at the end of a line is the ____.
a) Hyphen
b) Slash
c) Ampersand

14. The punctuation mark that shows a pause or interruption within a sentence is the ____.
a) Semicolon
b) Dash
c) Exclamation mark

15. The punctuation mark used to indicate repetition or emphasize a point is the ____.
a) Asterisk
b) Dollar sign
c) Quotation marks

16. The punctuation mark used to denote currency or monetary values is the ____.
a) Ampersand
b) Dollar sign
c) Percent sign

17. The punctuation mark that indicates omission of words in a quote is the ____.
a) Hyphen
b) Ellipsis
c) Backslash

18. The punctuation mark used to introduce a direct question is the ____.
a) Period
b) Colon
c) Question mark

19. The punctuation mark used to show a connection or combine words is the ____.
a) Semicolon
b) Ampersand
c) Quotation marks

20. The punctuation mark that represents the number sign or hashtag is ____.
a) At sign
b) Pound sign
c) Percent sign

 

Lesson Presentation

Revision (5 minutes) 

• Revise the last lesson with the learners which was Further Practice in the use of tense : Past, Present, Present Perfect and Past Continuous tense

Introduction (10 minutes):

• Begin the lesson by asking students if they know what punctuation marks are and why they are important.
• Introduce the concept of punctuation marks as symbols used to clarify the meaning and structure of written language.
• Explain that the full stop and question mark are two common punctuation marks that students will be learning about in this lesson.

Body (30 minutes):

• Start by explaining the full stop. Write a sentence on the whiteboard that ends with a full stop, such as “The cat is sleeping.” Explain that the full stop marks the end of a sentence that makes a statement or presents a fact.
• Provide additional examples of sentences with full stops on the handouts, and ask students to identify where the full stop is located in each sentence.
• Next, explain the question mark. Write a sentence on the whiteboard that ends with a question mark, such as “What is your favorite color?” Explain that the question mark is used to indicate that a sentence is a question.
• Provide additional examples of sentences with question marks on the handouts, and ask students to identify where the question mark is located in each sentence.
• Ask students to identify the difference between a sentence that ends with a full stop and a sentence that ends with a question mark.

 

Conclusion (10 minutes):

• Review the proper use of the full stop and question mark with the class, and provide additional examples if necessary.
• Ask students to complete an activity in which they write their own sentences using both full stops and question marks.
• Finally, ask students if they have any questions or if they found the lesson helpful.

Assessment:

• Observe students during the lesson and provide feedback as needed.
• Review the sentences that students write in the activity to assess their understanding of how to use full stops and question marks correctly.
• Provide additional exercises or homework assignments to reinforce the concepts taught in the lesson as needed.

Weekly Assessment /Test

1. The full stop is used at the end of a sentence that makes a __________.
2. The question mark is used to ask a __________ question.
3. The full stop is used to show the end of a __________.
4. When writing dialogue, the question mark is used to indicate that a character is asking a __________.
5. The full stop is used in web addresses to separate different parts of the __________.
6. To indicate doubt or uncertainty, the question mark can be used at the end of a sentence to show that the speaker is unsure of something, for example: “She said she would come to the party, but I’m not sure if she __________.”
7. The full stop is used to separate numbers when writing a __________.
8. A rhetorical question is a question that is not meant to be __________.
9. In titles, the full stop can be used to separate __________ parts of the title.
10. When a word is abbreviated, the full stop is used to indicate that some letters have been ________

Remarks and Comments on Learner’s Notebooks To Encourage Them

Answers

1. Statement
2. Direct
3. Sentence
4. Question
5. Address
6. Will
7. Decimal number
8. Answered
9. Different
10. Removed