Dictation For The Week 8 Spellings English Language Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 8

PRY 5 ENGLISH THIRD TERM E-NOTE

Subject :English Grammar

Class :Primary 5

Term :Third Term

Week: 8

Class: Basic 5

Subject: English Grammar

Topic : Spellings for the Week 8 

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Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the dictionary meanings of given words.
2. Identify the word class (part of speech) of each word.
3. Pronounce the given words correctly.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Vocabulary comprehension
2. Reading and understanding dictionary entries
3. Oral communication and pronunciation

Learning Materials:

1. Whiteboard or chart paper
2. Markers or chalk
3. Printed cards with the given words: feudal, depiction, withdrawal, honorary, toxic, wrestling, xylophone, vulture, vampire, shrewd
4. Dictionary (optional, for reference)
5. Evaluation sheets for assessment

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Content

Spelling / Dictation For The Week 8 English Grammar Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 8

1. Feudal
2. Depiction
3. Withdrawal
4. Honorary
5. Toxic
6. Wrestling
7. Xylophone
8. Vulture
9. Vampire
10. Shrewd

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Here’s a guide to the dictionary meaning, word class, and pronunciation of the given words:

1. Feudal
   • Dictionary Meaning: Relating to or characteristic of feudalism, a social system that existed in medieval Europe where land was exchanged for service or labor.
   • Word Class: Adjective
   • Pronunciation: FYOO-dl
2. Depiction
   • Dictionary Meaning: The act or process of representing or portraying something, often through art, words, or images.
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: dih-PIK-shuhn
3. Withdrawal
   • Dictionary Meaning: The act of taking back or removing something, often used to describe the process of removing money from a bank account.
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: with-DRAW-uhl
4. Honorary
   • Dictionary Meaning: Given as an honor or distinction, often without the usual requirements or obligations.
   • Word Class: Adjective
   • Pronunciation: AH-nuh-rer-ee
5. Toxic
   • Dictionary Meaning: Harmful or poisonous, usually referring to substances that can cause harm to living organisms.
   • Word Class: Adjective
   • Pronunciation: TOK-sik
6. Wrestling
   • Dictionary Meaning: A sport or activity where two individuals engage in physical combat, attempting to throw or pin each other to the ground.
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: RES-ling [mediator_tech]
7. Xylophone
   • Dictionary Meaning: A musical instrument consisting of a series of wooden bars or plates of different lengths that are struck with mallets to produce musical tones.
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: ZY-luh-fohn
8. Vulture
   • Dictionary Meaning: A large bird of prey that feeds primarily on carrion (dead animals).
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: VUHL-chur
9. Vampire
   • Dictionary Meaning: A mythical creature often depicted as an undead being that feeds on the blood of the living.
   • Word Class: Noun
   • Pronunciation: VAM-pahyuhr
10. Shrewd
    • Dictionary Meaning: Having or showing sharp powers of judgment and practicality, often associated with being clever or astute.
    • Word Class: Adjective
    • Pronunciation: shrood

Evaluation

1. The word “Feudal” is an __________. a) Adjective b) Noun c) Verb
2. The dictionary meaning of “Depiction” is __________. a) The act of taking back or removing something. b) The act or process of representing or portraying something. c) A large bird of prey that feeds on carrion.
3. The word “Withdrawal” is pronounced as __________. a) wi-THRAW-uhl b) dih-PIK-shuhn c) fyoo-dl
4. “Honorary” means __________. a) Given as an honor or distinction. b) Relating to or characteristic of feudalism. c) Harmful or poisonous.
5. The word class of “Toxic” is __________. a) Noun b) Adjective c) Verb
6. “Wrestling” refers to __________. a) A sport or activity where two individuals engage in physical combat. b) A musical instrument consisting of wooden bars struck with mallets. c) A mythical creature that feeds on the blood of the living.
7. How is “Xylophone” pronounced? a) AH-nuh-rer-ee b) ZY-luh-fohn c) VUHL-chur
8. A “Vulture” is a type of __________. a) Adjective b) Noun c) Verb
9. The dictionary meaning of “Vampire” is __________. a) Having or showing sharp powers of judgment and practicality. b) A large bird of prey that feeds on carrion. c) A mythical creature that feeds on the blood of the living.
10. “Shrewd” is an __________. a) Adjective b) Noun c) Verb

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Lesson Plan Presentation: Dictionary Meanings, Word Class, and Pronunciation

Grade Level: Primary 5

Topic: Dictionary Meanings, Word Class, and Pronunciation

Presentation:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Greet the students and introduce the topic of the lesson.
   • Explain that today we will learn about the meanings, word class, and pronunciation of certain words. [mediator_tech]
2. Vocabulary Exploration (10 minutes):
   • Display the printed cards with the given words on the board or chart paper.
   • Ask students if they are familiar with any of the words and encourage them to share their definitions if they know any.
   • Briefly discuss the importance of using a dictionary to understand words accurately.
3. Dictionary Meanings and Word Class (15 minutes):
   • Explain that we will now explore the dictionary meanings and word class of each word.
   • Take one word at a time and ask students to provide their definitions.
   • Write the correct dictionary meaning and word class on the board or chart paper.
   • Encourage students to take notes in their notebooks.
4. Pronunciation Practice (15 minutes):
   • Model the correct pronunciation of each word, emphasizing the syllables and stressing the correct sounds.
   • Have students repeat the words after you, paying attention to the correct pronunciation.
   • Provide individual assistance if needed and encourage students to help each other
5. 1. Teacher’s Activities:
      • Facilitate discussions and provide clear explanations.
      • Monitor student participation and progress.
      • Give feedback and guidance as needed.
      • Use visual aids and gestures to aid understanding.
   2. Learners’ Activities:
      • Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanations and instructions.
      • Participate actively in discussions and ask questions when needed.
      • Take notes on the meanings, word class, and pronunciation of each word.
      • Practice pronouncing the words accurately.

   Assessment:

   1. Evaluation Questions:
      • Define the word “feudal” and identify its word class.
      • Explain the meaning of “depiction” and its pronunciation.
      • What is the word class of “withdrawal” and how is it pronounced?
      • Give an example of something that can be described as “honorary.”
      • What does the word “toxic” mean and how is it pronounced?
      • Describe the activity of “wrestling” and its word class.
      • How do you pronounce the word “xylophone” and what is its meaning?
      • Identify the word class of “vulture” and provide its pronunciation.
      • What is a “vampire” and how is it pronounced?
      • Define the term “shrewd” and its word class.
   2. Conclusion (5 minutes):
      • Recap the main points discussed in the lesson.
      • Emphasize the importance of using dictionaries for accurate meanings, word class, and pronunciation.
      • Encourage students to practice using the new words in their conversations and writing

Note: The assessment can be conducted through oral questioning or written evaluation sheets, depending on the class dynamics and resources available.

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