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Modern Greek / Year 7 and 8 / Understanding / Systems of language
Version 8
Curriculum content descriptions
Identify and reproduce irregularities of some sound–letter relationships and combinations, such as σμ, αυ, ευ, μία/μια, όι, άι, οϊ, αϊ, κι εγώ, build on pronunciation, using the accent mark for both intonation and meaning, spell frequently used words and apply accurate punctuation to writing
[Key concepts: sound and writing systems; Key processes: repeating, experimenting, comparing, applying]
(ACLMGU165)
Elaborations
- examining differences in digraphs/diphthongs, consonant and vowel combinations, and double consonants
- reinforcing the sounds represented by, for example, δ, θ, β, ξ,ψ, χ, and comparing similarities and differences between the Greek and Roman scripts
- examining and applying the rules of accentuation when using Greek
- identifying differences in tone, intonation and rhythm between statements, questions, exclamations and commands, for example, ορίστε, παρακαλώ, identifying and using irregularities in the language such as κι εγώ, μία-μια, δύο-δυο
- applying punctuation and spelling rules to own writing
- experimenting with pronunciation of less familiar texts
General capabilities
ScOT terms
Greek language