Unlocking the Power of Perseverance Comprehension English Grammar JSS 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Reading Comprehension: The Fruit of Perseverance

Subject: English Grammar
Class: JSS 3
Term: First Term
Week: 3
Age: 13–14 years
Topic: Reading Comprehension – ‘The Fruit of Perseverance’
Sub-topic: Understanding the Importance of Perseverance
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of perseverance.
2. Identify key ideas from the passage.
3. Discuss the importance of perseverance in achieving success.
4. Answer comprehension questions based on the passage.

Keywords

• Perseverance
• Success
• Adversity
• Dedication

Set Induction

The teacher will begin by asking students if they have ever faced a difficult situation and what they did to overcome it. The teacher will then introduce the concept of perseverance.

Entry Behaviour

Students have basic knowledge of the term “success” and have faced personal challenges.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Textbook (NOSEC, page 29)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Audio recording of the passage (optional)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have encountered situations where they had to persevere, such as studying for exams or practicing for a school competition. This lesson builds on their experiences and connects them to the importance of perseverance.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Comprehension
• Oral communication

Learning Materials

• JSS 3 English Grammar textbook
• NOSEC (New Oxford Secondary English Course)
• Lagos State Scheme of Work

Reference Books

• NOSEC, page 29
• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• JSS 3 English Grammar textbook

Instructional Materials

• Textbook
• Handouts of the passage for reading
• Audio or visual aids (optional)

Content

The Fruit of Perseverance

Perseverance is a quality that anyone who intends to succeed must possess. It is the ability to keep going in the face of difficulties. If you want to succeed in any goal, you must be prepared to work hard and not give up when you face challenges. Perseverance allows us to overcome obstacles and achieve our dreams. Without it, we would fail at the first sign of trouble.

Perseverance is what separates those who achieve their goals from those who do not. There will be times when you feel discouraged, but you must keep moving forward. Success is only possible through perseverance. The journey may be tough, but the reward will be worth it in the end.

Key Ideas:

1. Perseverance is essential for success.
2. Challenges and difficulties are part of every journey to success.
3. Those who persevere will eventually achieve their goals.
4. Giving up leads to failure, while perseverance leads to success.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Perseverance is a quality needed for ____.
   a. success
   b. failure
   c. relaxation
   d. enjoyment
2. Without perseverance, people give up at the first sign of ____.
   a. success
   b. adversity
   c. happiness
   d. achievement
3. Perseverance helps us to overcome ____.
   a. joy
   b. celebration
   c. difficulties
   d. laziness
4. You must be willing to work ____.
   a. hard
   b. carelessly
   c. fast
   d. slowly
5. Perseverance is the key to ____.
   a. rest
   b. defeat
   c. success
   d. weakness
6. If you persevere, you will eventually ____.
   a. succeed
   b. fail
   c. quit
   d. lose
7. Challenges are part of the journey to ____.
   a. giving up
   b. success
   c. failure
   d. rest
8. Perseverance requires ____.
   a. laziness
   b. hard work
   c. enjoyment
   d. avoidance
9. The journey may be ____, but the reward is worth it.
   a. easy
   b. smooth
   c. tough
   d. simple
10. The opposite of perseverance is ____.
    a. determination
    b. giving up
    c. success
    d. endurance
11. People who do not persevere will ____.
    a. succeed
    b. achieve
    c. fail
    d. overcome
12. Adversity means ____.
    a. difficulties
    b. success
    c. joy
    d. enjoyment
13. People who persevere achieve their ____.
    a. goals
    b. defeats
    c. failures
    d. weaknesses
14. Perseverance separates the ____.
    a. lazy from the hardworking
    b. successful from the unsuccessful
    c. weak from the strong
    d. joyful from the sad
15. Perseverance allows us to keep going when we feel ____.
    a. excited
    b. discouraged
    c. successful
    d. joyful

15 FAQs with Answers

1. What is perseverance?
   • Perseverance is the ability to keep going despite difficulties.
2. Why is perseverance important?
   • It is important because it helps us achieve success.
3. Can we succeed without perseverance?
   • No, success requires perseverance.
4. What does adversity mean in the context of the passage?
   • Adversity means difficulties or challenges.
5. What is the key to success?
   • Perseverance is the key to success.
6. What happens if we give up when faced with challenges?
   • We fail if we give up.
7. How does perseverance help us?
   • It helps us overcome obstacles and achieve our goals.
8. What is the opposite of perseverance?
   • The opposite of perseverance is giving up.
9. What separates successful people from unsuccessful ones?
   • Perseverance separates them.
10. What should we do when we feel like giving up?
    • We should keep going and persevere.
11. Is success possible without hard work?
    • No, success requires hard work and perseverance.
12. What is the main message of the passage?
    • The main message is that perseverance is essential for achieving success.
13. Why should we not give up?
    • We should not give up because perseverance will eventually lead to success.
14. Does the passage mention any rewards for perseverance?
    • Yes, the reward for perseverance is achieving success.
15. How can we develop perseverance?
    • We can develop perseverance by being determined, working hard, and not giving up when we face challenges.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher reads the passage aloud to the class.
Step 2: The teacher explains the key ideas and asks students to summarize the passage.
Step 3: Students answer comprehension questions based on the passage.

Teacher’s Activities

• Read the passage aloud and discuss its meaning.
• Ask questions to ensure students understand key points.
• Provide guidance on how to answer the comprehension questions.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen carefully to the passage being read.
• Participate in discussions about the meaning of perseverance.
• Answer comprehension questions correctly.

Assessment

1. Define perseverance in your own words.
2. Why is perseverance important in achieving success?
3. What happens when you give up easily?
4. What does adversity mean in the passage?
5. How can you show perseverance in your schoolwork?

Evaluation Questions

1. What is the meaning of perseverance?
2. Why is it important to persevere when facing difficulties?
3. What is the opposite of perseverance?
4. How does perseverance lead to success?
5. Give an example of a time you persevered and achieved something.

Conclusion

The teacher goes around the class, marking the students’ responses and providing feedback. The lesson will be concluded by emphasizing the importance of perseverance in both academic work and life.