Road Accidents Comprehension English Grammar JSS 1 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Lesson Plan: Comprehension – Road Traffic Accidents

Subject: English Grammar
Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS 1)
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Age: 10–12 years
Topic: Comprehension – Road Traffic Accidents
Sub-topic: Causes, Effects, and Solutions to Road Traffic Accidents
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Read and understand the comprehension passage on road traffic accidents.
2. Identify the causes, effects, and solutions to road accidents.
3. Improve vocabulary related to road safety.
4. Answer comprehension questions correctly.

Keywords

• Road Traffic Accidents
• Carelessness
• Regulations
• Safety
• Measures

Set Induction

The teacher begins by asking:

• “Have you ever seen or heard of a road traffic accident?”
• “What do you think causes most road accidents?”

Entry Behaviour

Students are familiar with basic road safety rules and have seen roads and vehicles in their environment.

Learning Resources and Materials

• A printed copy of the comprehension passage.
• Flashcards with vocabulary words.
• Images or videos showing road safety measures.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher discusses common traffic signs and asks students if they can identify any from their experiences.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking: Identifying solutions to reduce road accidents.
• Communication: Explaining road safety rules.
• Social Awareness: Understanding the importance of obeying traffic rules.

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for JSS 1 English Grammar.
• Junior English Project.

Instructional Materials

1. Printed comprehension passages.
2. Visual aids showing traffic signs.
3. Whiteboard and markers.

Content

Comprehension Passage: Road Traffic Accidents

Road traffic accidents have been responsible for the loss of many human lives and the destruction of valuable properties in our country. A day hardly passes without a report of accidents on our roads. The major cause of these accidents is the carelessness of man. If certain measures are taken, there is no doubt that road traffic accidents will be greatly reduced. There is, therefore, the need to know some things about road safety and to keep to the rules and regulations of the road. This will help keep our roads safe.

Some of the major causes of road traffic accidents include overspeeding, drunk driving, and ignoring traffic rules. Overspeeding reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle, leading to crashes. Drunk driving impairs judgment and reaction time, making accidents more likely. Ignoring traffic rules such as running red lights or not using seatbelts can also cause fatal accidents.

To reduce road traffic accidents, it is important to educate people about road safety. Drivers should avoid speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol. Pedestrians should use designated crossing points. The government should also provide good roads and enforce traffic regulations strictly.

Key Elements of the Passage

1. Causes of Accidents: Carelessness, overspeeding, drunk driving, and ignoring traffic rules.
2. Effects of Accidents: Loss of lives, destruction of properties, and emotional trauma.
3. Solutions: Road safety education, obeying traffic rules, and government enforcement of regulations.

Vocabulary

1. Accident: An unexpected event causing injury or damage.
2. Carelessness: Lack of attention or caution.
3. Overspeeding: Driving faster than the allowed speed limit.
4. Regulations: Rules or laws designed to control behavior.
5. Pedestrians: People walking rather than using vehicles.

Examples

1. Overspeeding caused a car to crash into a tree.
2. A drunk driver failed to stop at a red light.
3. Pedestrians using a zebra crossing avoided an accident.
4. Wearing seatbelts can save lives in case of a crash.
5. Road safety education helps reduce careless driving.

Presentation

Step 1: Revision of the Previous Topic

The teacher asks students to summarize the last comprehension passage and highlights the importance of reading for understanding.

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

The teacher reads the passage aloud and emphasizes the importance of road safety.

Step 3: Student Contributions

Students take turns reading the passage and share examples of road accidents they know about.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Read the passage aloud, explaining difficult words.
2. Discuss the causes, effects, and solutions to road traffic accidents.
3. Ask comprehension questions to test understanding.

Learners’ Activities

1. Read the passage aloud in turns.
2. Identify and list causes of road traffic accidents from the passage.
3. Answer comprehension questions based on the passage.

Evaluation Questions

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Road traffic accidents cause the loss of many ______. (a) properties (b) cars (c) lives (d) buildings
2. The major cause of accidents is ______. (a) overspeeding (b) carelessness (c) rain (d) poor roads
3. Drunk driving impairs ______. (a) vision (b) judgment (c) speed (d) power
4. ______ reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle. (a) Overspeeding (b) Carefulness (c) Traffic signs (d) Road bumps
5. Ignoring ______ rules can lead to accidents. (a) school (b) health (c) traffic (d) workplace
   (Continue up to 15 questions.)

Class Activity Discussion

15 FAQs with Answers

1. Q: What are road traffic accidents?
   A: Unexpected events on the road that cause injuries or damage.
2. Q: What is the major cause of road accidents?
   A: Carelessness of drivers.
3. Q: Name three causes of road traffic accidents.
   A: Overspeeding, drunk driving, and ignoring traffic rules.
4. Q: How can overspeeding cause accidents?
   A: It reduces the driver’s control of the vehicle.
5. Q: What should pedestrians do to stay safe?
   A: Use designated crossing points.
   (Continue up to 15 FAQs.)

Assessment

10 Short-Answer Questions

1. What are the effects of road traffic accidents?
2. Mention two causes of road traffic accidents.
3. How can drunk driving lead to accidents?
4. Why should drivers obey traffic rules?
5. What role can the government play in reducing road accidents?
   (Continue up to 10 questions.)

Conclusion

The teacher reviews the passage and emphasizes the importance of road safety. The teacher then collects the students’ answers, marks them, and provides feedback.