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Subject: English Grammer
Semester: 1
Period: 3
Week: 16
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Subject: English Grammar
Grade Level: Grade 12
Period: III
Week & Period: Week 16, Period III
Topic: Grammar: Phrasal Verbs, Common Mistakes, and Past WASSCE Papers
Date:
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
- Explain the difference between literal and figurative meanings of phrasal verbs.
- Identify and correct common mistakes in context.
- Analyze and respond to grammar-focused past WASSCE questions.
- Prepare and present a brief speech free of grammatical errors.
A – Anticipation (Engage learners):
Starter Prompt:
"What do you think happens when you 'run into' someone? Is it the same as running physically into them?"
Think-Pair-Share:
Give students a set of phrases with literal verbs and phrasal verbs. Let them compare and discuss meanings in pairs.
B – Building Knowledge (Core Content):
- Distinguishing Literal vs. Figurative Phrasal Verbs:
Examples and Sentences:
- Run into – I ran into my cousin at the market. (figurative)
- Run into – He ran into the wall and hurt his shoulder. (literal)
- Take off – The plane took off at noon. (figurative)
- Take off – Please take off your shoes. (literal)
Activity:
Underline the phrasal verb in each sentence and state whether it is literal or figurative.
- Common Mistakes in Grammar – Expanded Practice:
Examples and Practice:
- There vs. Their vs. They're
- Its vs. It's
- Your vs. You're
Mini Exercise: Fix these sentences:
- Their going to the beach later.
- The dog wagged it's tail.
- Your not listening to instructions.
Extended Correction Task:
Give learners a faulty email containing 10 common grammar mistakes. Let them rewrite and correct it individually, then review together.
- Past WASSCE Grammar Practice – Analytical Review:
Example Question:
"Choose the sentence with correct subject-verb agreement." a) Neither the boys nor the girl have arrived.
b) Either of them are wrong.
c) Neither the boys nor the girl has arrived.
d) None of them has being here.
Correct Answer: c) Neither the boys nor the girl has arrived.
Group Task:
Split into groups and review a 10-question grammar WASSCE set. Each group explains why the correct options are right and others wrong.
C – Consolidation (Application and Reflection):
Class Activity:
Word Sorting Game: Sort 15 phrasal verbs into literal or figurative categories. Discuss how meanings change.
Discussion Prompt:
"Why do native speakers use phrasal verbs so often, and how can mastering them help in essay writing and public speaking?"
Assignment:
- Write 8 corrected versions of confusing sentence pairs using their/they're/there, your/you're, etc.
- Compose a short speech (10–12 lines) explaining the importance of grammar in communication, using at least 5 phrasal verbs and 3 complex sentences.
- Answer 5 past WASSCE grammar questions and explain your choices in 2–3 sentences each.
Assessment in Class:
- Fill in the blanks with the correct phrasal verbs:
- We need to __________ the trash before the guests arrive. (take out)
- He __________ the idea after much thought. (came up with)
- The cat __________ under the table when it heard thunder. (hid away)
- Rewrite these sentences correctly:
- Its raining cats and dogs.
- Your going to fast.
- There not ready yet.
- Identify the phrasal verb and state whether it is literal or figurative:
- She looked after her baby all night.
- He ran out of gas on the highway.
- Please turn down the volume.
Teacher’s Reflection:
- Were students able to distinguish literal from figurative phrasal usage?
- Did they show improvement in correcting common errors?
- Who needs more support identifying context-specific meanings?