Year 2 - English
Subordination with 'when' and 'if'
Adverbial complex sentences
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn that a sentence about one idea can be stretched with a second idea that is dependent on the first. They learn to stretch with the subordination joining words 'because', 'when', 'if', 'so' and 'that'. Pupils learn to keep tense consistent when stretching with subordination.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to stretch a simple sentence with 'when' and 'if' subordination.
Key Notes
- 'When' and 'if' are types of joining word.
- A simple sentence can be stretched with 'when' to give a time frame to the first idea.
- A simple sentence can be stretched with 'if' to give conditions to the first idea.
- Joining the first idea with 'when' or 'if' forms a second idea that is subordinate to the first.
- Using 'when' or 'if' to stretch a simple sentence forms an adverbial complex sentence.
Vocabulary To Learn
- joining word: a word that joins words or ideas
- time frame: when something happens
- conditions: circumstances or factors
- stretch: to make longer or fuller
- complex sentence: a sentence formed of a simple sentence joined with subordination
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may think that an idea starting with 'when' or 'if' makes complete sense on its own.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.
'When' and 'if' are types of joining word. A simple sentence can be stretched with 'when' to give a time frame to the first idea.
2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'joining word'
a word that joins words or ideas.
3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.
Mistake: Pupils may think that an idea starting with 'when' or 'if' makes complete sense on its own. Correction: Make sure 'when' and 'if' are always presented as part of the second idea so that pupils can hear the idea does not make complete sense.
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