Grade Six English

Hello boys and girls of Grade Six! This is your final lesson before the examination so you should continue your revision. This lesson will help you to identify another part of speech – the conjunction. You will also be given some general advice to improve your composition writing. Sit quietly and revise as much as you can. It is very important that you use your time wisely. Enjoy your session and work confidently during your examination.

GRAMMAR

WITH MY FRIEND

- Read each line of words aloud. near and far

The passenger left her home early for the flight.

- Pick out the word which connects words or groups of words in each line. - Use your reference words to find out more about conjunctions.

WITH MY CLASSMATES

- Read and discuss the notes.

The Conjunction

The conjunction is a word which connects other words or groups of words.

Types of Conjunctions

1. Coordinating Conjunctions- These are conjunctions which connect two equal parts of a sentence. The most common ones are and, but and so.

Simone likes plums but Wendy dislikes them.

2. Subordinating Conjunctions- These connect two parts of a sentence that are not equal.

The most common subordinating conjunctions are after, although, as, because, before, if, since, unless, until, when, while.

Each shopper had to remain in the store until her temperature was evaluated.

3. Correlative Conjunctions- These are pairs of conjunctions that work together.

Both Joy and Henry are unwell.

The most common correlative conjunctions are: Both…and

Either…or

Neither…nor

COMPOSITION

ON MY OWN

Read the notes carefully.

Useful Hints for English Language Paper 2

Composition Writing

1. Use your introductory paragraph to state the purpose or intention for writing. 2. The introduction should have a controlling sentence which states what will follow in the other paragraphs.

3 Each paragraph should have a topic sentence, unity, and coherence.

4 Use signal words and phrases to link your sentences in paragraphs.

5. The concluding paragraph should sum up the facts which were stated in the controlling sentence.

The Narrative Composition

I. Every story should have a beginning, middle and end.

2. Your story should have a plot, setting and characters. Climax (the high point) should bring the story quickly to an end.

3. Use a logical sequence to develop the details.

Letter Writing

1. Every letter must have a heading, salutation, body, closing and signature. 2 The business letter must also have an inside address.

3. Be courteous to the receiver of your letter.

4. Include details that will be of interest.

5. End your letter in a respectful way.

Report Writing

1. Be quite certain about the reason for writing the report. 2. Include details such as date, time, place, and people involved. 3. Give all the information in the right order.

EXERCISE

In about 120-200 words, write a letter to a friend who lives in another country giving him or her three important reasons why he/she should visit Guyana for the August vacation.

COMPREHENSION ON MY OWN

Read the passage carefully then answer the questions which follow.

The big Town Hall was striking midnight when Frank began to cross the bridge. The night air was cold and damp. A low mist hung over the river and the streetlamps gave little light.

Frank was anxious to get home, and his footsteps rang loudly on the pavement. When he reached the middle of the bridge, he thought he could hear someone approaching behind him. He looked back but could see no one. However, the sound continued, and Frank began walking more quickly. Then he slowed down again, ashamed of himself for acting so foolishly. There was nothing to fear in a town as quiet as this.

The short quick steps grew louder until they seemed very nearby. Frank found it impossible not to turn round. As he did so, he caught sight of a figure coming towards him.

After reaching the other side of the bridge, Frank stopped and pretended to look down at the water. From the corner of his eye, he could now make out the form of a man dressed in a large overcoat. A hat was pulled down over his eyes and very little of his face could be seen.

As the man came near, Frank turned towards him and said something about the weather in an effort to be friendly. The man did not answer but asked gruffly,

“Where is Greenfield House?”

Frank pointed to a big house in the distance and the stranger continued his way.

The inquiry made Frank suspicious because he knew that the inhabitants of Greenfield House were very wealthy. Without realizing what he was doing, he began following the stranger quietly. The man was soon outside the house and Frank saw him look up at the windows. A light was still on, and the man waited until it went out. When about half an hour had passed, Frank saw him climb noiselessly over the wall and heard him drop on the ground on the other side.

Now Frank’s worst suspicions were confirmed. He walked quickly and silently across the street towards a telephone booth on the corner.

(Adapted from L.G. Alexander, Essay and Letter Writing)

Questions

Read each question carefully then draw a heavy black line through the letter (A, B, C or D) which is near the answer you choose.

1. All of these tell about the night when Frank was walking except

A) a low mist hung over the river B) it was dark.

C) it was about midnight D) the air was humid.

2. Which statement is false about Frank? A) He was anxious to get home.

B) He was fearless.

C) He was walking on the pavement. D) He had to cross a bridge on his way.

3. Which of these best identifies the stranger on the bridge as a robber? A) He made short quick steps.

B) He spoke in a gruff voice.

C) He was going to Greenfield house.

D) He was dressed in a large overcoat with a hat pulled down over his eyes.

4. What do you think is the best reason Frank went to the telephone booth? A) He wanted to call his family. B) He wanted to call the police. C) He was calling his friend. D) He was calling Greenfield House.

5. What is the most suitable title for the passage?

A) Frank’s Walk B) A Visitor to Greenfield House. C) A Stranger on the Bridge D) A Robbery by the Town Hall

Answers (2024-04-28) Comprehension

1)D

Goodbye boys and girls!