Examination Questions Composition English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12

Lesson Plan: Exam Questions for First Term

Subject: English Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 12
Age: 8 years
Topic: Exam Questions for First Term
Sub-topic: Conducting the First Term Examination
Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

  • Pupils will demonstrate their understanding and skills in composition writing and English grammar.
  • Pupils will complete various types of questions to assess their learning.
  • Pupils will apply their knowledge from the term in a formal examination setting.

Key Words:

  • Examination
  • Test
  • Assessment
  • Composition
  • Grammar
  • Questions

Set Induction:

  • Begin by explaining the purpose of the exam and its importance.
  • Discuss the different types of questions they will encounter during the exam.

Entry Behavior:

  • Pupils are familiar with the topics covered during the term and have practiced answering different types of questions.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Exam question papers
  • Writing materials (paper, pencils)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

  • Pupils have learned and practiced writing compositions and understanding English grammar throughout the term.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Test-taking skills
  • Comprehension
  • Writing skills

Learning Materials:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Exam papers

Instructional Materials:

  • Whiteboard
  • Markers
  • Exam papers

Content:

  1. Conducting the First Term Examination.
  2. Assessing students’ understanding in composition writing and English grammar.
  3. Different types of questions: fill-in-the-blank, theory, short answer, and true/false.

Examples:

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

  1. My school has a big ______. (a) playground (b) library (c) office
  2. My mother is a ______. (a) teacher (b) doctor (c) nurse
  3. A dog is very ______ to its owner. (a) lazy (b) loyal (c) angry
  4. My favorite toy is a ______. (a) car (b) ball (c) book
  5. My best friend is very ______. (a) kind (b) rude (c) mean
  6. We went to the ______ during the holiday. (a) zoo (b) beach (c) office
  7. My father takes care of us when we are ______. (a) happy (b) sad (c) sick
  8. My dog’s name is ______. (a) Max (b) Bruno (c) Rocky
  9. My parents are very ______. (a) loving (b) strict (c) mean
  10. My school has a ______ where we read books. (a) classroom (b) library (c) hall
  11. I went to the ______ to play with my friends. (a) park (b) office (c) shop
  12. My mother helps me with my ______. (a) toys (b) homework (c) games
  13. Bruno loves to ______ with me. (a) play (b) sleep (c) eat
  14. My parents ______ me very much. (a) hate (b) love (c) ignore
  15. My dog has a ______ coat. (a) brown (b) green (c) red
  16. My school has many ______. (a) rooms (b) trees (c) cars
  17. My father is very ______. (a) responsible (b) lazy (c) careless
  18. My dog likes to ______ in the garden. (a) play (b) study (c) cook
  19. My mother is very ______ to us. (a) loving (b) mean (c) rude
  20. I spent my last holiday at the ______. (a) zoo (b) hospital (c) beach
  21. My dog’s favorite toy is a ______. (a) ball (b) book (c) pen
  22. My best friend is always ______ to me. (a) kind (b) rude (c) quiet
  23. My school has a ______ where we learn. (a) classroom (b) kitchen (c) garden
  24. My parents are ______ and loving. (a) kind (b) strict (c) boring
  25. My dog barks when it sees ______. (a) food (b) strangers (c) toys
  26. My mother helps me with my ______. (a) toys (b) homework (c) games
  27. My father is a ______. (a) teacher (b) doctor (c) farmer
  28. My dog loves to ______ in the park. (a) run (b) sleep (c) study
  29. My school has a ______ where we eat lunch. (a) classroom (b) canteen (c) library
  30. My parents support me when I ______. (a) study (b) play (c) sleep

Theory Questions:

  1. Describe your favorite toy and why you like it.
  2. Write about a memorable day you spent at the beach.
  3. Explain how you spend your holidays.
  4. Describe your best friend and what makes them special.
  5. What are the roles of your parents in your family?
  6. Write a short story about a dog you know.
  7. How does your school help you learn?
  8. What is a composition, and why is it important?
  9. Describe a place you like to visit and why.
  10. How do you take care of your pet?
  11. Write about a time you were happy with your family.
  12. Explain the importance of being loyal.
  13. Describe an activity you enjoy doing with your family.
  14. How do your parents support you in your studies?
  15. Write about your favorite activity at school.
  16. What makes a good friend?
  17. Describe how you help your parents at home.
  18. Write about a special occasion you celebrated with your family.
  19. How do you stay organized with your schoolwork?
  20. Describe the different types of pets you have or would like to have.

Write out a short composition on any two of the following 

  1. A Dog
  2. My best friend
  3. How I Spent spent my last holiday
  4. How la Williams spend my next holiday
  5. My school
  6. My Parents
  7. What is one thing you love about your school?
  8. Describe one way your parents help you.
  9. What makes you happy at school?
  10. How do you help your family at home?

True or False Questions:

  1. True or False: A dog is known for being lazy.
  2. True or False: My mother is a teacher.
  3. True or False: The beach is a good place to play.
  4. True or False: My best friend is always rude to me.
  5. True or False: I went to the zoo during my holiday.
  6. True or False: My dog likes to bark at strangers.
  7. True or False: My father is a doctor.
  8. True or False: My school has a library for reading.
  9. True or False: My parents ignore me when I need help.
  10. True or False: My favorite toy is a teddy bear.
  11. True or False: A dog is a type of pet.
  12. True or False: My school has a big playground.
  13. True or False: I take my dog for a walk in the park.
  14. True or False: My mother helps me with my games.
  15. True or False: My father is very lazy.

Presentation:

  1. Step 1: The teacher explains the purpose and format of the exam.
  2. Step 2: The teacher distributes the exam papers to the pupils.
  3. Step 3: The teacher supervises the examination and provides assistance as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Explain the exam instructions.
  • Distribute and collect exam papers.
  • Supervise and assist pupils during the exam.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Read and answer the exam questions.
  • Complete the different sections of the exam.

Assessment:

  • Collect and grade the exam papers.
  • Provide feedback based on the pupils’ performance.

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What did you find easy in the exam?
  2. What was challenging about the test?
  3. Did you feel prepared for the exam?
  4. Which section of the test did you like best?
  5. How did you manage your time during the exam?
  6. What would you do differently next time?
  7. How well did you understand the instructions?
  8. Which topic did you find most interesting this term?
  9. Did you have enough time to answer all the questions?
  10. How did you feel after completing the exam?

Conclusion:

  • The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on the exam papers.
  • The teacher reviews the exam results with the pupils and discusses areas for improvement.

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