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1. Identify in the dialogue all the pairs of words that have opposite meaning.
2. Write the meaning of each word in all the pairs you have identified in 1.
3. Construct a sentence for each word in all the pairs you have identified in 1.

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In the dialogue, Lisa and Linda use antonyms to express contrasting viewpoints
and feelings. Linda describes the movie as “intense,” while Lisa finds it “relaxing.”
Similarly, Linda feels “excited” about the movie, whereas Lisa finds it “calm.”
This demonstrates how different individuals can perceive the same experience in
opposing ways. Additionally, Lisa describes herself as feeling “sluggish,” while
Linda suggests that a run might make Lisa feel “energised,” highlighting the
contrast in their physical states and potential outcomes. Through these exchanges,
the dialogue showcases how antonyms can be used to convey different perspectives
and emotions in conversation.

Activity 3.3 Describing places, events, objects and situations using

appropriate subject-verb agreement

(a) Read closely the following description of Dodoma, the capital city of Tanzania,
paying attention to the italicised nouns and pronouns, and the verbs in bold.
Dodoma is the capital city of Tanzania, located in the central part of the country. It lies
between latitudes 6° 57’ and 3° 82’ south of the equator. Although it is not the largest
city in Tanzania, it serves as the political capital. It has many government offices and
official residences. Dodoma was designated as the capital to centralise government
operations. The city continues to grow, with infrastructural developments aimed at
supporting its status as the capital. Dodoma is also a hub for education and commerce
in the Dodoma Region, with several universities and markets contributing to the new
city’s its vibrant atmosphere.

1. Write all the sentences with verbs in bold.
2. Discuss how the subject agrees with its verb in each sentence.
3. Discuss the rule that applies to each sentence regarding subject-verb agreement.

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The verbs in bold in the description of Dodoma, are matched with the nouns
or pronouns in italics to agree in terms of number. The concept of subject-verb
agreement requires that the subject and verb match in number within a sentence.

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