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Subject: French
Semester: 1
Period: 3
Week: 15
School Name: ___________________________
Teacher’s Name: _________________________
Subject: French
Grade Level: Grade 9
Date: Week 15
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 15, Period 3
Topic: Grammar Focus – Placement of Adjectives, Demonstratives, and Plurals
Sub-topic: Plural forms of adjectives, demonstratives (ce, cette, ces), adjective placement
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Revise singular adjectives and correctly form plural adjectives.
- Use demonstratives ce, cette, ces appropriately with nouns.
- Place adjectives correctly before or after nouns according to standard French grammar.
- Describe multiple objects or people using plural adjectives and demonstratives.
- Apply grammar rules accurately in both oral and written contexts.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
- Vocabulary for physical traits, colors, sizes, and shapes.
- Sentence structures: C’est + noun/adjective, Voici / Voilà + noun, Il/Elle a + noun/adjective.
- Singular adjective agreement with nouns (gender/number).
- Basic demonstratives (ce, cette) and number adjectives.
Instructional Materials
- Textbook: French for Beginners, Grade 9
- Flashcards: singular and plural adjectives, demonstratives
- Charts: adjective placement rules, plural forms, demonstrative usage
- Pictures of classroom objects, multiple people, school places
- Students’ notebooks and writing materials
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Activity:
- Show 1–2 objects and ask students: “Comment décris-tu cet objet ?”
- Elicit singular adjective answers first.
- Introduce plural context by showing multiple objects: “Comment décris-tu ces objets ?”
Teacher’s Role: Prompt correct adjective placement, highlight singular → plural transformation.
Learners’ Role: Respond orally, recall prior knowledge, participate actively.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Step 1: Demonstratives Introduction – 5–6 minutes
Teaching Points:
- ce → masculine singular
- cette → feminine singular
- ces → plural (both genders)
Examples:
- Ce garçon est intelligent. → This boy is intelligent.
- Cette chaise est petite. → This chair is small.
- Ces livres sont rouges. → These books are red.
Practice Activities:
- Oral Drill: Teacher shows pictures; students respond with correct demonstrative and adjective.
- Pair Practice: Each student describes 2 objects using ce, cette, ces.
- Additional Examples:
- Ce livre est intéressant.
- Cette table est ronde.
- Ces crayons sont longs et colorés.
Step 2: Adjective Placement – 6–7 minutes
Teaching Points:
- Most adjectives come after the noun: un livre intéressant, une maison grande
- Some common adjectives come before the noun: un grand garçon, une petite fille, un beau jardin
Practice Activities:
- Students describe classroom objects, classmates, or pictures using both placements.
- Examples:
- Un petit garçon est dans la classe.
- Une chaise rouge est près du tableau.
- Un ballon rond et bleu est sur la table.
- Teacher checks gender agreement and adjective position.
Step 3: Plural Agreement – 6–7 minutes
Teaching Points:
- Transform singular nouns/adjectives into plural:
- Le livre rouge → Les livres rouges
- La chaise petite → Les chaises petites
Guided Exercises:
- Change singular sentences to plural orally and in writing.
- Examples:
- Ce garçon est intelligent → Ces garçons sont intelligents
- Cette table est ronde → Ces tables sont rondes
- Pair activity: Students work together to pluralize a list of 5–6 sentences.
Step 4: Integrative Group Work – 6–7 minutes
Activity:
- Describe multiple objects or people in the classroom or pictures using plural adjectives and demonstratives.
- Example prompts:
- Décris ces chaises → Ces chaises sont petites et rouges.
- Décris ces garçons → Ces garçons sont grands et intelligents.
- Décris ces livres → Ces livres sont intéressants et lourds.
- Encourage correct adjective placement, agreement, and use of ce, cette, ces.
Step 5: Quick Quiz / Written Practice – 5–6 minutes
Mini Quiz Examples:
- Fill in the blanks with the correct demonstrative and adjective form:
- ___ fille est jeune. → Cette
- ___ livres sont intéressants. → Ces
- ___ garçon est grand. → Ce
- ___ chaises sont petites. → Ces
Peer-Check: Students swap answers and check each other’s work for accuracy.
Assessment (Formative, during lesson)
Oral:
- Students describe multiple objects or people using plural adjectives and correct demonstratives.
- Teacher monitors fluency, adjective placement, and agreement.
Written:
- Check plural agreement, adjective placement, and proper use of ce, cette, ces.
- Students complete short exercises or mini-paragraphs describing classroom items or school areas.
Peer Review:
- Students read each other’s sentences aloud and check for grammar, gender agreement, adjective placement, and demonstrative use.
Additional Extension:
- Students write a 4–5 sentence paragraph describing their classroom or playground using plural nouns, adjectives, and demonstratives, then read it aloud for class feedback.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
- Recap rules for adjective placement, plural agreement, and demonstratives.
- Oral drill: Students describe 1–2 classroom items or pictures using plural adjectives and demonstratives.
- Exit slip: Write 3–4 sentences describing multiple objects or people using correct plural adjectives and demonstratives.
Assessment Checks:
- Oral: Correct use of plural adjectives and demonstratives in sentences.
- Written: Sentences reflect adjective placement and agreement.
- Pair/group: Observe pronunciation, fluency, and accuracy in descriptions.
Assignment (Homework)
- Write a short paragraph (5–6 sentences) describing 3–5 objects or people at home or school using plural adjectives and demonstratives.
- Revise adjective placement rules and plural forms.
- Practice oral descriptions at home using plural adjectives and ce, cette, ces.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
- Struggling learners: Provide sentence starters and visual prompts; work in pairs.
- Advanced learners: Include more complex sentences with multiple adjectives per noun.
- Learners with disabilities: Extra time, guided worksheets, use of pictures for prompts.
Teacher’s Reflection
- What worked well? __________________________________
- What needs improvement? ____________________________
- Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☐ Medium ☐ Low