Grammar is the set of rules and patterns that tell us how to use words in a sentence. It helps us communicate clearly and effectively. Learning grammar is like learning a new language!
Grammar Basics
Noun: a person, place, thing, or idea Verb: a word that expresses an action or state of being Adjective: a word that describes or modifies a noun
Concepts:
The Latin word for 'grammar' is 'grammatica', which is derived from the Greek word 'grammatikē', meaning 'art of letters'. The first grammar book was written by Dionysius Thrax in the 2nd century BC. Grammar is not just about rules; it is also about meaning and communication between people.
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Work together in pairs: What is the difference between a noun and a verb?
Work together in pairs: What are the three types of sentences?
Brain break: Draw a pineapple that is also a submarine.
What is the definition of a verb?
- A word that expresses an action or a state of being
- A word that describes a noun
- A word that expresses a sound
- A word that describes a feeling
What is the definition of a subject?
- The person, place, thing, or idea that the sentence is about
- The part of the sentence that comes after the verb
- The part of the sentence that comes before the verb
- The part of the sentence that comes after the predicate
What is the correct spelling of the word 'grammar'?
- grammar
- grammer
- gramer
- gramar
What is the definition of an adjective?
- A word that describes a noun or pronoun
- A word that expresses a sound
- A word that expresses an action or a state of being
- A word that expresses a feeling
What is the definition of a predicate?
- The part of the sentence that comes after the subject
- The part of the sentence that comes before the verb
- The person, place, thing, or idea that the sentence is about
- The part of the sentence that comes after the verb