1.1 Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds at the end of words, often used in
poetry to create a musical or rhythmic effect
1.2 End rhyme occurs when words at the end of different lines in a poem rhyme with
each other, while internal rhyme occurs when words within the same line or between
adjacent lines rhyme with each other.
1.3 Nursery rhymes and poetry can assist young learners in acquiring basic
language and mathematical skills through various means. Language skills are
developed as children listen to and repeat rhymes, which helps them learn new
words, understand sentence structure, and improve pronunciation. ..
ASSIGNMENT 3: Promoting a reading culture in a classroom.
This assignment is based on Units 5 and 6 in Tutorial Letter 501. It is important that
you work through these two units (as well as pages 129–156 and 177–198 of the
prescribed textbook, Introducing Children’s Literature: A Guide to the South African
Classroom (2017) by Evans, et al.) before you attempt this assignment. Answer the
questions below in full sentences.
Question 1
1.1 In your own words, define rhyme. (2)
1.2 In your own words, explain the difference between end rhyme and internal
rhyme. (4)
1.3 Nursery rhymes and poetry, according to Tut 501, are useful tools in assisting
young learners acquire basic language and mathematical skills. Write a short
paragraph in which you explain how this is achieved. (5)
1.4 Poems are made up of several poetic elements such as the rhythm. In your own
words, define rhythm and explain how it is important when teaching poetry to
Foundation Phase learners. (4)
ANSWERS
1.1 Rhyme is the repetition of similar sounds at the end of words, often used in
poetry to create a musical or rhythmic effect.
1.2 End rhyme occurs when words at the end of different lines in a poem rhyme with
each other, while internal rhyme occurs when words within the same line or between
adjacent lines rhyme with each other.
1.3 Nursery rhymes and poetry can assist young learners in acquiring basic
language and mathematical skills through various means. Language skills are
developed as children listen to and repeat rhymes, which helps them learn new
words, understand sentence structure, and improve pronunciation. Rhymes also
introduce basic mathematical concepts such as counting and sequencing, as many
nursery rhymes involve numbers and patterns. Additionally, the rhythm and repetition
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