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English Class 1 - Spoken And-Written-Expression-Punctuation Notes

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Spoken and Written Expression, Punctuation

Welcome to the chapter on Spoken and Written Expression, Punctuation for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn how to speak and write simple sentences, and how to use punctuation marks like full stop, question mark, and capital letters. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to express yourself clearly and use basic punctuation correctly!

Introduction

We use words to talk (speak) and write. Good expression helps others understand us. Punctuation marks help us write sentences correctly.

Spoken Expression

  • Speak clearly and politely.
  • Use simple sentences to talk about yourself, your family, or your day.
  • Listen when others speak.
  • Say "please" and "thank you".

Written Expression

  • Write simple sentences about what you see or do.
  • Begin each sentence with a capital letter.
  • End each sentence with a full stop (.)
  • Use neat handwriting.

Punctuation Marks

  • Full Stop (.) – Used at the end of a sentence.
    Example: The cat is black.
  • Question Mark (?) – Used at the end of a question.
    Example: What is your name?
  • Capital Letter – Used at the beginning of a sentence and for names.
    Example: My name is Riya.

Fun Activity: Speak and Write!

Say a sentence about your favorite toy. Now, write it down using a capital letter and a full stop. Try asking a question and write it with a question mark!

Summary

  • Speak clearly and listen to others.
  • Write simple sentences with correct punctuation.
  • Use capital letters, full stops, and question marks.

Practice Questions

  1. Write a sentence about your school using a capital letter and a full stop.
  2. Change this into a question: You like ice cream
  3. Where do we use a question mark?
  4. Write your name with a capital letter.
  5. Say "thank you" to someone today. How did it make them feel?

Challenge Yourself

  • Write three sentences about your family. Use capital letters and full stops.
  • Ask your friend two questions and write them down with question marks.

Did You Know?

  • The first letter of every sentence should be a capital letter!
  • A question mark shows that you are asking something.

Glossary

  • Punctuation: Marks that help us write sentences correctly.
  • Full Stop: A dot (.) at the end of a sentence.
  • Question Mark: A mark (?) at the end of a question.
  • Capital Letter: A big letter used at the start of a sentence or for names.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. (Example: My school is big.)
  2. Do you like ice cream?
  3. At the end of a question.
  4. (Write your name with a capital letter, e.g., Riya)
  5. (They felt happy.)

Speak and write with confidence! Use punctuation to make your sentences clear and correct.

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