B8/JHS2.3.1.1.3. Demonstrate command of the use of adjectives in discourse
Indicator: B8.3.1.1.3 – Demonstrate command of the use of adjectives in discourse
Lesson Title: Describing People, Places, and Things with Adjectives
I. Lesson Objectives
By the end of the lesson, You will be able to:
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Identify adjectives in descriptive sentences.
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Use adjectives to vividly describe people, places, objects, and materials.
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Construct short descriptions using appropriate adjectives in writing and speaking.
📘 What is an Adjective?
An adjective is a word that describes or adds more meaning to a noun. It tells us more about a person, place, object, or material.
🟢 Categories of Adjectives to Focus On
| What it describes | Examples |
|---|---|
| People (Participants) | tall, bushy-haired, energetic, aggressive, shy |
| Places (Settings) | serene, crowded, dusty, peaceful, modern, noisy |
| Objects/Materials | smooth, shiny, rough, colourful, torn, faded |
| Textiles/Cloth | silky, striped, checkered, embroidered, thick, thin |
Let’s describe the players in a football match, or a dress someone is wearing. What words can we use to make our description interesting?
Words like aggressive, striped, noisy, or beautiful are adjectives. They help us paint a clear picture.
Kindly underline the adjectives and say what each describes.
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The team captain arrived wearing bushy hair.
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The goalkeeper made an amazing save.
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The hotel is situated in a serene environment.
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She wore a striped, shiny cloth to the event.
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He held a heavy, rusty metal box.
Work in pairs or small groups to complete short descriptive tasks:
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Group A: Describe two football players on opposing teams using at least 4 adjectives.
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E.g., “The tall, confident striker from Team A faced the short, aggressive defender from Team B.”
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Group B: Describe a rural or urban setting.
E.g., “The rural village had narrow, dusty roads and peaceful, green fields.” 
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Group C: Describe a type of cloth or textile.
E.g., “The kente cloth was colourful and thick, with neatly embroidered patterns.”
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Group D: Describe any school object (e.g., desk, board, bag).
E.g., “The wooden desk was old, scratched, and slightly shaky.”
Present your descriptions orally to the class.
A. Fill in the blanks with suitable adjectives (5 marks):
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The ___________ striker ran across the field.
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We sat in a ___________ classroom.
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Her cloth was ___________ and ___________.
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The bag looked ___________ and ___________.
B. Short Writing Task (5 marks):
Write a short paragraph (4–5 sentences) describing either:
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A football match you watched
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Your classroom environment
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A cloth your parent wore
Use at least five different adjectives in your description.
Recap:
“Adjectives make our descriptions vivid. Whether we are describing people, places, or things, adjectives help us give a clearer picture.”
Choral examples:
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“A confident player”
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“A noisy town”
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“A soft, colourful fabric”
Homework
Look around your home or community and write 6 sentences describing different objects or people using at least two adjectives in each sentence.