Grammer - Senior Secondary 2 - Adverbs (Comparison) and Functions

Adverbs (Comparison) and Functions

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SUBJECT: GRAMMAR

TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 7

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 2 periods of 40 mins each
DATE:
TOPIC: Adverbs (Comparison) and Functions
CONTENT: Adverbs of Comparison (much, more, most) and their functions
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Define and explain adverbs of comparison.
b. Identify and use adverbs of comparison in sentences.
c. Explain the functions of adverbs of comparison.

SET INDUCTION: The teacher shows two pictures of objects and asks the learners to describe them using comparative terms (e.g., which one is bigger, faster, more expensive, etc.).
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, Modeling, Group Activity
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Flashcards with adverbs, whiteboard and markers, pictures for comparison

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1 AND 2: Adverbs (Comparison) and Functions

PRESENTATION

INTRODUCTION           

The teacher revises adverbs and introduces adverbs of comparison (much, more, most). The teacher explains how these adverbs show degree or extent.     

* Learners observe and listen, ask questions.

 

EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION / TEACHER MODELLING     

The teacher explains adverbs of comparison and their function (showing degree or intensity).

She provides examples: much (e.g., She is much taller than him),

more (e.g., This car is more expensive),

most (e.g., He is the most talented musician).                 

* Learners observe, participate by asking questions, and take notes.

 

EVALUATION                

The teacher asks learners to form sentences using adverbs of comparison and explain the function of the adverb in each sentence.                          

* Learners create sentences and discuss the function of adverbs in their sentences.

 

CLASS-WORK              

The teacher gives the learners these sentences to complete:   

  1. She is __________ intelligent than her sister.
  2. This book is __________ interesting than that one.
  3. He runs the __________ fast of all the players.
  • Learners identify the correct adverbs and use them to complete the sentences. Learners fill in the blanks with the appropriate adverbs and explain their choices.

ASSIGNMENT

  1. Write five sentences using adverbs of comparison (much, more, most).
  2. In each sentence, explain the function of the adverb.

* Learners complete the assignment at home.

CONCLUSION

The teacher reviews the learners' work, corrects mistakes, and provides feedback.  Learners review corrections and ask any remaining questions.