Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Junior Secondary School 1

TERM: 2nd TERM

SUBJECT: ENGLISH LANGUAGE                                 

CLASS:  JSS 1

REFERENCES

1. Effective English Text Book. J.S.S1 . Michael Montgomery et al.
2. Count Down English. Revised Edition. O. Ogunsanwo et al. 
3. Creative and Guided Composition for Senior Classes. C.O Odetola

WEEK SEVEN

TOPIC: Introduction to Vowel Contrast /ᴂ/, /a:/ and /ᴅ/, /ᴐ:/

CONTENT:  /a:/ /ᴂ/

heart                                                 hat

harm                                                ham

lark                                                 lack

bark                                                 back

march                                              match

/ᴅ/ /ᴐ:/

clock                                                   cork

cod                                                       cord

fox                                                       fork

knotty                                                  naughty

shone                                                    shorn

EVALUATION:  Give five words for each sound /ᴂ/, /a:/ and /ᴅ/, /ᴐ:/

TOPIC: Expository Essay

CONTENT:

HIV/AIDS

HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system, which is our body’s natural defence against illness. The virus destroys a type of white blood cell in the immune system called a T-helper cell, and makes copies of itself inside these cells. T-helper cells are also referred to as CD4 cells.

As HIV destroys more CD4 cells and makes more copies of itself, it gradually breaks down a person’s immune system. This means someone living with HIV, who is not receiving treatment, will find it harder and harder to fight off infections and diseases.

If HIV is left untreated, it may take up to 10 or 15 years for the immune system to be so severely damaged it can no longer defend itself at all. However, the speed HIV progresses will vary depending on age, health and background.  

HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus.There is effective antiretroviral treatment available so people with HIV can live a normal, healthy life.The earlier HIV is diagnosed, the sooner treatment can start – leading to better long term health. So regular testing for HIV is important.HIV is found in semen, blood, vaginal and anal fluids, and breast milk.HIV cannot be transmitted through sweat, saliva or urine.

Using male condoms or female condoms during sex is the best way to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.If you inject drugs, always use a clean needle and syringe, and never share equipment.If you are pregnant and living with HIV, the virus in your blood could pass into your baby’s body, or after giving birth through breastfeeding. Taking HIV treatment virtually eliminates this risk.

AIDS on the other hand is not a virus but a set of symptoms (or syndrome) caused by the HIV virus. A person is said to have AIDS when their immune system is too weak to fight off infection, and they develop certain defining symptoms and illnesses. This is the last stage of HIV, when the infection is very advanced, and if left untreated will lead to death.AIDS stands for acquired immune deficiency syndrome.AIDS is also referred to as advanced HIV infection or late-stage HIV.AIDS is a set of symptoms and illnesses that develop as a result of advanced HIV infection which has destroyed the immune system.Treatment for HIV means that more people are staying well, with fewer people developing AIDS.Although there is currently no cure for HIV with the right treatment and support, people with HIV can live long and healthy lives. To do this, it is especially important to take treatment correctly and deal with any possible side-effects.

EVALUATION:  Study the article above, then write an  article on the same topic. 

TOPIC:  LITERATURE

CONTENT:  Comparing Myths and Legends

A myth is a story from ancient times, especially one that was told to explain natural events or to describe the early history of a people while a legend could also be  a story from ancient times,  that describes early history and feats accomplished by some specific persons. A myth might have no real scientific proof but a legend could be traced.

EVALUATION:  Use the recommended text on NECO drama

TOPIC: Making Sentences with Simple Present Tense and Simple Past Tense

CONTENT:

Present Tense                                         Past Tense

She speaks well                                      She spoke well                              

Bimpe works hard                                  Bimpe worked hard

Ume works in the farm                           Ume worked in the farm

He is a student                                         He was a student

EVALUATION

Write five sentences in present tense in past tense.

GENERAL EVALUATION

1. Write a detailed article on the topic: “ Education Today”.
2. Write five sentences in present tense in past tense.

WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT

Effective English. Study the grammar lesson in page 44, then do practice 4 in page 45