Reading – Passage on the a accident event English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5
Subject: English Grammar
Topic: A Miraculous Motor Accident
Duration: 1 hour
Term: Second Term
Previous Lesson: Verb Forms and Tenses
Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
- Understand the story of the miraculous motor accident.
- Identify the key details in the passage.
- Apply their comprehension skills to answer questions about the passage.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Reading comprehension
- Critical thinking
- Vocabulary development
Learning Materials:
- The passage “A Miraculous Motor Accident”
- Chalkboard and chalk or whiteboard and markers
- Visual aids (pictures related to the story)
- Handouts with comprehension questions
Content:
- Begin by introducing the topic of the lesson and explaining that students will be reading and understanding a story about a miraculous motor accident.
- Distribute handouts with the passage “A Miraculous Motor Accident.”
- Display visual aids to engage students and provide context.
- Encourage students to read the passage silently.
Title: A Miraculous Escape
One sunny afternoon at Freeman Street, Lagos Island, four friends named Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet were on their way home from school. They were excited about the weekend ahead and couldn’t wait to relax and play.
As they crossed the busy road, something terrible happened. A speeding car suddenly appeared, screeching its tires and heading straight for them. Everyone panicked, and fear filled the air. But in that frightening moment, a miracle occurred.
The car swerved just in time, missing Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet by inches. It crashed into a nearby lamppost, making a loud noise that echoed through the street. Thankfully, none of the four friends were hurt. They stood there, trembling but safe.
A kind passerby rushed over to help and called for an ambulance and the police. Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet were checked by the paramedics, and to everyone’s amazement, they had not sustained any injuries. It was truly a miraculous escape.
The police arrived to investigate the accident, and the driver of the car was found to be driving recklessly and was arrested. Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet learned an important lesson that day about being cautious when crossing the road and the value of life.
They went on to have a wonderful weekend, but they never forgot the day when they miraculously escaped a fatal motor accident. It was a reminder of how precious life is, and they vowed to always be careful on the roads.
Now, let’s test your understanding of the passage with some questions:
- Where did the motor accident happen?
- a) Freeman Street, Lagos Island
- b) A school
- c) A playground
- d) A park
- Who were the four friends involved in the accident?
- a) Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet
- b) Aina, Saidi, David, and Mary
- c) Aina, John, Wasiu, and Janet
- d) Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Michael
- What happened to the car that was speeding towards them?
- a) It hit the four friends
- b) It swerved and crashed into a lamppost
- c) It stopped just in time
- d) It disappeared
- How did the four friends feel after the accident?
- a) Angry
- b) Excited
- c) Scared but safe
- d) Happy
- What lesson did Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet learn from this experience?
- a) They should play on the road
- b) They should always be cautious when crossing the road
- c) They should stop going to school
- d) They should stop being friends
Answer these questions to show your understanding of the passage.
Presentation: Step 1 – Reading the Passage (10 minutes)
- Ask students to read the passage quietly to themselves.
- Remind them to pay attention to the details in the story.
Step 2 – Discussion (15 minutes)
- Initiate a discussion about the story. Ask questions like:
- Who were the characters in the story?
- Where did the accident happen?
- What happened to the car?
- How did the friends feel after the accident?
- Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas.
Step 3 – Comprehension Questions (15 minutes)
- Distribute handouts with comprehension questions related to the passage.
- In pairs or individually, have students answer the questions.
- Discuss the answers as a class to ensure understanding.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Present the passage clearly, emphasizing pronunciation.
- Facilitate the discussion by asking open-ended questions.
- Provide guidance during the comprehension activity.
- Encourage participation and ensure a supportive classroom atmosphere.
Learners’ Activities:
- Read the passage silently.
- Participate in the discussion by answering questions.
- Work individually or in pairs to complete comprehension questions.
- Listen and engage in class discussions.
Assessment:
- Assess students’ comprehension by reviewing their answers to the comprehension questions.
- Monitor their participation in class discussions.
Fill-in-the-Gap Evaluation Questions:
- The topic of today’s lesson is “A ________ Motor Accident.” a) Miraculous b) Tragic c) Ordinary d) Happy
- What is the main objective of this lesson? a) To learn new vocabulary words b) To improve reading speed c) To understand a story about a motor accident d) To practice math skills
Choose the correct word to fill in the blanks:
- One sunny afternoon at Freeman Street, Lagos Island, four friends named Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet were on their way home from ______.
- a) school
- b) a party
- c) the playground
- d) a restaurant
- They were excited about the ______ ahead and couldn’t wait to relax and play.
- a) weekend
- b) exam
- c) project
- d) book
- As they crossed the busy road, a speeding car suddenly appeared, ______ its tires.
- a) crashing
- b) honking
- c) screeching
- d) stopping
- The car was heading straight for them, and everyone felt ______.
- a) safe
- b) calm
- c) fear
- d) happy
- Thankfully, the car swerved just in time, ______ Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet by inches.
- a) missing
- b) hitting
- c) scaring
- d) helping
- The car crashed into a nearby ______.
- a) tree
- b) lamppost
- c) building
- d) bus
- A kind passerby rushed over to help and called for an ______ and the police.
- a) ambulance
- b) airplane
- c) train
- d) car
- Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet were checked by the ______, and they had not sustained any injuries.
- a) chef
- b) paramedics
- c) teacher
- d) doctor
- The driver of the car was found to be driving ______ and was arrested.
- a) safely
- b) recklessly
- c) slowly
- d) carefully
- What did Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet learn about being cautious when ______ the road?
- a) painting
- b) crossing
- c) cleaning
- d) jumping
- Where did the accident happen?
- a) Freeman Street, Lagos Island
- b) A school
- c) A playground
- d) A park
- Who were the four friends involved in the accident?
- a) Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet
- b) Aina, Saidi, David, and Mary
- c) Aina, John, Wasiu, and Janet
- d) Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Michael
- What happened to the car that was speeding towards them?
- a) It hit the four friends
- b) It swerved and crashed into a lamppost
- c) It stopped just in time
- d) It disappeared
- How did the four friends feel after the accident?
- a) Angry
- b) Excited
- c) Scared but safe
- d) Happy
- What lesson did Aina, Saidi, Wasiu, and Janet learn from this experience?
- a) They should play on the road
- b) They should always be cautious when crossing the road
- c) They should stop going to school
- d) They should stop being friends
Choose the correct options (a, b, c, or d) to complete the sentences based on the passage
Conclusion on the Topic: In today’s lesson, we read and discussed the story of a miraculous motor accident that happened at Freeman Street, Lagos Island. We learned about the characters involved and how they miraculously escaped without any injuries. Remember the importance of reading comprehension and paying attention to details when reading stories. Keep practicing your reading skills to become even better at understanding stories and texts