JSS 1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE – EXAM FOCUSED
NOTES
1. Parts of Speech (Very Important)
In exams, students are often asked to identify parts of speech or use them correctly in sentences.
• Noun: Names of people, places, animals, or things. Example: teacher, Lagos.
• Pronoun: Words used instead of nouns. Example: he, she, they.
• Verb: Action or state of being. Example: run, is.
• Adjective: Describes a noun. Example: big house.
• Adverb: Describes a verb. Example: runs fast.
• Preposition: Shows position or relationship. Example: on, under.
• Conjunction: Joins words or sentences. Example: and, but.
• Interjection: Shows emotion. Example: wow!, oh!.
2. Sentence and Sentence Types
A sentence must have a subject and a predicate and must make complete sense.
• Declarative: Makes a statement. Example: She is my friend.
• Interrogative: Asks a question. Example: Where are you going?
• Imperative: Gives a command. Example: Close the door.
• Exclamatory: Shows strong feeling. Example: What a beautiful day!
3. Tenses (Frequently Tested)
Tense shows the time an action takes place.
• Present Tense: Action happening now. Example: I eat rice.
• Past Tense: Action that has happened. Example: I ate rice.
• Future Tense: Action yet to happen. Example: I will eat rice.
4. Comprehension (Always Comes Out)
Students should read passages carefully and answer questions based on the passage.
• Read the passage twice.
• Underline important points.
• Answer questions in full sentences.
• Do not copy answers word-for-word unless asked.
5. Essay Writing (High Marks Area)
Essays test students’ ability to express ideas clearly and correctly.
• Narrative Essay: Tells a story.
• Descriptive Essay: Describes a person, place, or thing.
• Expository Essay: Explains a topic.
Exam Tips: Always write neatly, answer the required number of questions, and manage your time
wisely.
NOTES
1. Parts of Speech (Very Important)
In exams, students are often asked to identify parts of speech or use them correctly in sentences.
• Noun: Names of people, places, animals, or things. Example: teacher, Lagos.
• Pronoun: Words used instead of nouns. Example: he, she, they.
• Verb: Action or state of being. Example: run, is.
• Adjective: Describes a noun. Example: big house.
• Adverb: Describes a verb. Example: runs fast.
• Preposition: Shows position or relationship. Example: on, under.
• Conjunction: Joins words or sentences. Example: and, but.
• Interjection: Shows emotion. Example: wow!, oh!.
2. Sentence and Sentence Types
A sentence must have a subject and a predicate and must make complete sense.
• Declarative: Makes a statement. Example: She is my friend.
• Interrogative: Asks a question. Example: Where are you going?
• Imperative: Gives a command. Example: Close the door.
• Exclamatory: Shows strong feeling. Example: What a beautiful day!
3. Tenses (Frequently Tested)
Tense shows the time an action takes place.
• Present Tense: Action happening now. Example: I eat rice.
• Past Tense: Action that has happened. Example: I ate rice.
• Future Tense: Action yet to happen. Example: I will eat rice.
4. Comprehension (Always Comes Out)
Students should read passages carefully and answer questions based on the passage.
• Read the passage twice.
• Underline important points.
• Answer questions in full sentences.
• Do not copy answers word-for-word unless asked.
5. Essay Writing (High Marks Area)
Essays test students’ ability to express ideas clearly and correctly.
• Narrative Essay: Tells a story.
• Descriptive Essay: Describes a person, place, or thing.
• Expository Essay: Explains a topic.
Exam Tips: Always write neatly, answer the required number of questions, and manage your time
wisely.
