*NOUNS_3 & PARAGRAPH WRITING*

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Expected learning outcomes

Learners will  be able to:

*Form the possessives of the given phrases and sentences       using apostrophe

*Identify and list the elements of paragraph writing

*Analyse and share their real-life experiences and incidents

*Write good paragraphs on the given topics

WARM UP

 Peter’s car is very elegant.

Who is the owner of the car? What is added to the noun to show possession? 

Who is the owner of the car? What is added to the noun to show possession?

POSSESSIVE NOUNS

POSSESSIVES

Possessive nouns  modify other nouns to indicate possession.

Peter's motorcycle

The building's structure

For nouns ending in "s," or to use the possessive with regular plurals, place the apostrophe directly after the "s." Do not add another "s."

Parents > parents' concern for their children

Computers > computers' manufacturer

Notice that this construction can change the meaning from singular to plural.

The cat's favorite food is tuna. (one cat)

The cats' favorite food is tuna. (more than one cat)

Introduction: 

The first section of a paragraph should include the topic sentence and any other sentences at the beginning of the paragraph that give background information.

Body: follows the introduction; discusses the controlling idea, using facts, arguments, analysis, examples, and other information.

Conclusion: the final section; summarizes the connections between the information discussed in the body of the paragraph and the paragraph’s controlling idea.

Every paragraph  should be:

Unified : All of the sentences in a single paragraph should be related to a single controlling idea .

Coherent: The sentences should be arranged in a logical manner and should follow a definite plan for development .

Well-developed: Every idea discussed in the paragraph should be adequately explained and supported through evidence and details that work together to explain the paragraph’s controlling idea

Format of paragraph writing

> Title

> Leave A line

> One Paragraph

Word Limit _100 to 120 words 

Rubric- 

> Format - 1

> Content- 3

> Expression- 4

A Paragraph for your reference.

The Topic is:- 

"Health is Wealth"

                                       Health is wealth.

 Good health is the greatest blessing that a person can have. It is the key to happiness. Only a healthy person can enjoy life to its fullest and discharge his duties well. On the other hand, an ailing person is a burden on all. Therefore, we must try our best to maintain sound health. 

Fresh air, balanced diet, regular exercise, proper rest and stress free life are pre-requisites for good health. We must laugh more as laughing is a therapy and the secret of good health. The care of the body regarding food, exercise, rest and protection against disease, are essential for the preservation of sound health.

                                        Let's Practise

Man created polybags which are useful to us in one way or the other.But due to indiscriminate use ,it is proving to be a great environmental disaster.

Write a paragraph on Say "NO" to poly bags.

Also suggest how they can be substituted by bio degradable materials like jute,cloth,paper etc.(80 to 100 words)

Don't forget to mention a suitable title to your paragraph.

Write a paragraph on Say "NO" to poly bags.
Also suggest how they can be substituted by bio degradable materials like jute,cloth,paper etc. (60 to 80 words)

Success Criteria
Now ,I CAN
Identify main features and specifications of paragraph writing
brainstorm to identify correct format of Paragraph writing
frame sentences to write a paragraph .

1. Strongly Agree
2. Agree
3. Not Sure
4. Need Help

HOME FUN

Revise Possessive Nouns

Attempt Ex - 2 given on page 31 in your English Workbook.