Grammer - Senior Secondary 1 - Adjunct of reason

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INTRODUCTION

The teacher reviews the previous lesson and introduces the topic of the day by defining adjunct of reason as a phrase or clause that explains why something happens.

Learners listen and respond to questions.

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EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION / TEACHER MODELLING

The teacher writes examples: “The students were punished because they arrived late.” “She passed the exam because she studied hard.” She underlines the adjuncts of reason and explains how they give reasons.

Learners observe, take notes, and identify the adjuncts in teacher’s examples.

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EVALUATION

The teacher asks students to identify the adjunct of reason in new sample sentences and explain why it is so.

Learners respond by identifying and explaining.

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CLASS-WORK

The teacher provides 5 sentences and asks students to underline the adjuncts of reason:

1. He cried because he lost his phone.

2. They went home because the rain started.

3. I shouted because I was scared.

4. The cake burnt because I forgot it in the oven.

5. She danced because she was happy.

Learners underline and label adjuncts of reason.

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ASSIGNMENT

1. Write five sentences using adjuncts of reason.

2. Identify the adjuncts in these:

a) They fought because they were angry.

b) She left because she was tired.

c) He stayed at home because he was sick.

Learners complete assignment at home.

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CONCLUSION

Teacher marks classwork, provides feedback, and appreciates the learners' effort.

Learners ask questions and receive corrections.