Describing Character Traits in French French JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

French JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: French

Class: JSS 2

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Age: 12-13 years

Topic: Parler du caractère

Sub-topic: Description of Character Traits

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Pupils will be able to describe character traits in French.
• Pupils will be able to use adjectives to describe people.
• Pupils will be able to ask and answer questions about character traits.

Keywords:

• Caractère (Character)
• Adjectifs (Adjectives)
• Gentil (Kind)
• Méchant (Mean)
• Intelligent (Intelligent)

Set Induction:
Begin by discussing with students their favorite characters from books or movies. Ask them what traits make these characters memorable.

Entry Behaviour:
Pupils should know basic French vocabulary and simple sentence structures.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• French-English dictionaries
• Flashcards with adjectives
• Handouts with example sentences

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Recall the adjectives and simple sentences learned in previous lessons. Connect new adjectives to familiar contexts.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Vocabulary development
• Sentence construction
• Oral communication

Learning Materials:

• Adjective flashcards
• Handouts with descriptive sentences

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for French

Instructional Materials:

• Adjective flashcards
• Handouts with example sentences

Content:

1. Introduction to Character Traits: Explain what character traits are.
2. Adjectives for Describing Character: Teach adjectives like gentil, méchant, intelligent, etc.
3. Forming Sentences: Show how to use these adjectives in sentences.
4. Examples:
   • Il est gentil. (He is kind.)
   • Elle est intelligente. (She is intelligent.)
   • Mon ami est drôle. (My friend is funny.)
   • Il est méchant. (He is mean.)
   • Elle est courageuse. (She is brave.)

Evaluation:

1. Il est _______.
   a) triste
   b) gentil
   c) vieux
   d) grand
2. Elle est _______ en classe.
   a) méchante
   b) intelligente
   c) belle
   d) jeune
3. Mon frère est _______.
   a) amusant
   b) lent
   c) triste
   d) faible
4. Tu es _______ avec tes amis.
   a) intelligent
   b) fort
   c) gentil
   d) fatigué
5. Marie est _______ et généreuse.
   a) belle
   b) douce
   c) méchante
   d) intelligente
6. Nous sommes _______ dans la classe.
   a) sérieux
   b) jeunes
   c) timides
   d) gentils
7. Mon cousin est _______ et travailleur.
   a) drôle
   b) paresseux
   c) méchant
   d) intelligent
8. Paul est _______ avec ses parents.
   a) respectueux
   b) amusant
   c) paresseux
   d) triste
9. Elles sont _______ et confiantes.
   a) gentilles
   b) timides
   c) bruyantes
   d) sérieuses
10. Je suis _______ quand je fais mes devoirs.
    a) concentré
    b) fatigué
    c) joyeux
    d) impatient
11. Les enfants sont _______ dans le parc.
    a) bruyants
    b) gentils
    c) fatigués
    d) calmes
12. Mon professeur est _______ et patient.
    a) sérieux
    b) impoli
    c) gentil
    d) lent
13. Elle est _______ quand elle parle.
    a) douce
    b) méchante
    c) fatiguée
    d) impatiente
14. Vous êtes _______ au travail.
    a) paresseux
    b) courageux
    c) triste
    d) rapide
15. Mes amis sont _______ pendant les vacances.
    a) joyeux
    b) sérieux
    c) timides
    d) fatigués

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What does “gentil” mean in English?
   • It means “kind.”
2. How would you describe a “méchant” person?
   • A “méchant” person is mean.
3. Give an example of a sentence using “intelligent.”
   • “Elle est intelligente.”
4. What adjective would you use to describe a brave person?
   • “Courageux.”
5. How can you describe someone who is always laughing?
   • “Drôle.”
6. What is the opposite of “gentil”?
   • “Méchant.”
7. What does “timide” mean?
   • It means “shy.”
8. How do you describe a person who is hardworking?
   • “Travailleur.”
9. What adjective describes someone who helps others?
   • “Généreux.”
10. How would you describe someone who is always serious?
    • “Sérieux.”
11. Give a sentence with the adjective “joyeux.”
    • “Il est joyeux.”
12. What does “paresseux” mean?
    • It means “lazy.”
13. How can you describe someone who is always excited?
    • “Enthousiaste.”
14. What is the meaning of “bruyant”?
    • It means “noisy.”
15. How would you describe a thoughtful person?
    • “Réfléchi.”

Presentation:

• Step 1: Review the previous topic, which was basic French vocabulary and sentence structures.
• Step 2: Introduce the new topic of describing character traits and relevant adjectives.
• Step 3: Encourage pupils to describe people they know using the new adjectives and correct their usage as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Introduce and explain new adjectives.
• Provide examples and practice sentences.
• Conduct the evaluation and class activity discussions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in discussions.
• Complete fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Practice describing characters using new adjectives.

Assessment:

• Evaluate pupils’ ability to use adjectives correctly in sentences.
• Review responses to fill-in-the-blank questions and class activities.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What adjective describes someone who is kind?
2. How do you say “mean” in French?
3. What does “intelligent” mean in English?
4. Give an example of a sentence using “gentil.”
5. What is the opposite of “joyeux”?
6. How would you describe a lazy person in French?
7. What adjective would you use for someone who is always serious?
8. How do you describe someone who helps others?
9. What does “timide” mean in English?
10. How can you describe a hardworking person in French?

Conclusion:

• Go around to mark pupils’ work and provide feedback. Ensure understanding of how to use adjectives to describe character traits.