Revision on Intonation Practice Speech Work English Grammar Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
English Language Lesson Note: Speech Work
Subject: English Language
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 11 years
Topic: Revision on Intonation Practice
Sub-topic: Dialogue, Stress, and Intonation
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Engage in dialogue and conversation using appropriate intonations.
- Read words that change meaning and pronunciation with different stress.
- Read sentences that change meaning depending on stress intonation.
Keywords:
- Intonation
- Stress
- Pronunciation
- Dialogue
- Conversation
Set Induction:
Start the lesson by reading aloud a short sentence with different intonations, asking the pupils how the meaning changes with each variation.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils can read simple sentences and are familiar with the concept of pronunciation.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Flashcards with sentences written on them.
- Audio recordings of sentences with different intonations.
- Charts showing words with multiple meanings based on stress.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Pupils have been introduced to basic pronunciation and reading skills. This lesson will build on those skills by focusing on how intonation and stress can change the meaning of words and sentences.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Listening skills
Learning Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Flashcards
- Audio recordings
- Charts
Instructional Materials:
- Audio recordings
- Flashcards
- Charts
Content
- Intonation in Dialogue and Conversation:
- Intonation refers to the rise and fall of the voice when speaking. It helps convey different emotions and meanings in conversations. For example, “Are you coming?” can sound like a question or a statement depending on the intonation.
- Stress in Words:
- Stress refers to the emphasis placed on a syllable or word in a sentence. Some words change meaning when the stress is placed on a different syllable. For example:
REcord(noun) vs.reCORD(verb)
- Stress refers to the emphasis placed on a syllable or word in a sentence. Some words change meaning when the stress is placed on a different syllable. For example:
- Stress in Sentences:
- The meaning of a sentence can change depending on which word is stressed. For example:
- “I didn’t say he stole the money.” (Someone else stole it)
- “I didn’t say he stole the money.” (I only thought it)
- The meaning of a sentence can change depending on which word is stressed. For example:
Assessment Questions:
- Intonation refers to the ______ and ______ of the voice when speaking.
- a) loud, quiet
- b) rise, fall
- c) fast, slow
- d) high, low
- Stress in a word can change its ______.
- a) length
- b) color
- c) meaning
- d) spelling
- “Record” as a noun has the stress on the ______ syllable.
- a) first
- b) second
- c) third
- d) fourth
- “Record” as a verb has the stress on the ______ syllable.
- a) first
- b) second
- c) third
- d) fourth
- Intonation helps convey different ______ in conversations.
- a) colors
- b) sizes
- c) emotions
- d) tastes
- Stress refers to the ______ placed on a syllable or word in a sentence.
- a) attention
- b) emphasis
- c) pronunciation
- d) silence
- The sentence “I didn’t say he stole the money” implies someone else ______ it.
- a) bought
- b) lost
- c) stole
- d) found
- “Intonation” is important in ______.
- a) writing
- b) cooking
- c) conversation
- d) running
- “REcord” (noun) refers to something that is ______.
- a) written down
- b) sung
- c) broken
- d) eaten
- In the sentence “I didn’t say he stole the money,” the emphasis is on ______.
- a) he
- b) say
- c) money
- d) didn’t
- The word “present” can mean a gift or to introduce, depending on the ______.
- a) stress
- b) length
- c) sound
- d) spelling
- Changing the ______ in a sentence can change its meaning.
- a) word
- b) order
- c) stress
- d) punctuation
- Stress can be placed on different ______ to change the meaning of a word.
- a) letters
- b) sentences
- c) syllables
- d) paragraphs
- Intonation can make a statement sound like a ______.
- a) question
- b) command
- c) fact
- d) lie
- “REsearch” as a noun has the stress on the ______ syllable.
- a) first
- b) second
- c) third
- d) fourth
Class Activity Discussion:
- Q: What is intonation?
A: Intonation is the rise and fall of the voice when speaking. - Q: Why is intonation important in conversation?
A: Intonation helps convey emotions and meanings in conversation. - Q: What does stress in a word refer to?
A: Stress refers to the emphasis placed on a particular syllable in a word. - Q: How can stress change the meaning of a word?
A: Stress can change the meaning of a word by emphasizing a different syllable, like “REcord” (noun) vs. “reCORD” (verb). - Q: Give an example of a sentence where stress changes the meaning.
A: “I didn’t say he stole the money” vs. “I didn’t say he stole the money.” - Q: What is the difference between intonation and stress?
A: Intonation is the variation in pitch while speaking, and stress is the emphasis on certain syllables or words. - Q: Can intonation change the meaning of a sentence?
A: Yes, intonation can change a statement to a question or express different emotions. - Q: What is an example of a word with two meanings depending on stress?
A: The word “present” can mean a gift (noun) or to introduce (verb), depending on the stress. - Q: How does intonation affect communication?
A: Intonation helps to clarify the speaker’s intent and emotion. - Q: Is stress more important in words or sentences?
A: Stress is important in both words and sentences because it can affect the meaning. - Q: Can one word have different meanings based on stress?
A: Yes, words like “REcord” and “reCORD” change meaning based on stress. - Q: What happens if the stress is wrong in a word?
A: The word might be misunderstood, or its meaning could change. - Q: What is the role of stress in reading?
A: Stress helps to convey the correct meaning and emphasis in reading. - Q: Can the meaning of a sentence change with stress?
A: Yes, stressing different words in a sentence can change its meaning. - Q: How do intonation and stress work together in communication?
A: They work together to express meaning, emotion, and emphasis in speech.
Presentation
Step 1: Revision of the previous topic
- The teacher revises the previous topic by asking pupils to recall what they know about pronunciation.
Step 2: Introduction of the new topic
- The teacher introduces intonation and stress, explaining their importance in speech and communication.
Step 3: Guided practice
- The teacher reads sentences with different intonations and stress, asking pupils to repeat and identify the changes in meaning.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Demonstrate how intonation changes the meaning of sentences.
- Show examples of words that change meaning based on stress.
- Engage pupils in reading exercises that emphasize intonation and stress.
Learners’ Activities:
- Participate in reading exercises.
- Practice changing the meaning of sentences using different intonations and stress.
- Engage in dialogue with peers, focusing on correct intonation.
Assessment:
- Pupils will read sentences aloud, applying the correct intonation and stress.
- The teacher will evaluate their understanding based on their ability to change meanings using intonation and stress.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is intonation?
- How does intonation affect a conversation?
- Give an example of a word that changes meaning with different stress.
- What is the difference between intonation and stress?
- Can stress in a sentence change its meaning?
- What happens when you change the stress on a word?
- Why is stress important in reading?
- Can one word have two meanings based on stress?
- How does stress work in a sentence?
- Why is it important to use the correct intonation?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark and provide necessary feedback to ensure pupils understand how to use intonation and stress effectively in speech and reading.