Summary Writing - Senior Secondary 3 - Guidelines on answering questions on a given passage

Guidelines on answering questions on a given passage

Get it on Google Play
Get it on the Apple App Store
  1. Home
  2. Comprehensive Lesson Plan and Notes
  3. Senior Secondary 3
  4. Guidelines on answering questions on a given passage

SUBJECT: SUMMARY WRITING

TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 2

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Summary Writing
CONTENT: Guidelines on answering questions on a given passage
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

  • Understand the key points to focus on when answering questions.
  • Summarize a passage effectively based on the questions answered.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, role-playing, guided practice

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Whiteboard, worksheets, passage examples

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
STEP 1: The teacher introduces the guidelines for answering questions on a passage, explaining how to identify main points and supporting details.
STEP 2: The teacher provides a sample passage and goes over a few questions related to it. Students practice answering the questions together.
STEP 3: The teacher then asks the students to summarize the passage based on the answers to the questions.
STEP 4: Students work individually to complete the exercise and write a summary.

EVALUATION:

  • Students' answers to the comprehension questions.
  • The quality of the summaries based on the answers.

CLASS-WORK:

  • Summarize the passage based on the key points identified in the questions.

ASSIGNMENT:

  • Answer the comprehension questions in the textbook and write a summary.

CONCLUSION:

  • The teacher provides feedback on students’ summaries, helping them improve clarity and conciseness.

 

Passage for Week 2:
"The Importance of Education"
Education is the foundation of a successful and prosperous society. It equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions and contribute positively to the community. Education opens doors to opportunities and empowers people to achieve their goals. It promotes equality, reduces poverty, and fosters economic development. A well-educated population is crucial for the advancement of any nation. Governments and communities must prioritize access to quality education for all.

Comprehension Questions:

  1. What is the importance of education in society?
  2. How does education help individuals?
  3. Why is education crucial for national development?

Summary of the Passage:
Education is essential for individual success and societal progress. It provides skills and knowledge, promotes equality, and supports economic development. Access to quality education is key to a nation's advancement.