Class 1 English - TAMILNADU

Greetings

The 'Greetings' chapter in Class 1 English introduces young learners to polite everyday expressions used in communication. Students learn how to say hello, goodbye, please, thank you, and sorry in various social situations. This foundational chapter is very important for the Tamil Nadu Samacheer Kalvi board exams as it tests basic communication skills, social manners, and vocabulary through simple matching, fill-in-the-blanks, and picture-based questions. Mastering these phrases helps children build confidence in speaking English both inside and outside the classroom.

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Key Concepts

Morning Greeting

We say 'Good morning' when we meet someone in the early part of the day, usually before noon.

Afternoon and Evening Greetings

We say 'Good afternoon' after 12 noon and 'Good evening' when the sun sets and night is approaching.

Parting Expression

We say 'Good night' when we are going to sleep or leaving someone late at night.

Polite Words

We say 'Thank you' when someone helps us and 'Please' when we want to ask for something nicely.

Apologizing

We say 'Sorry' when we make a mistake or accidentally hurt someone.

Important Formulas

Greeting + Name (e.g., Good morning, teacher!)
Polite Request: Please + Action word (e.g., Please sit down)
Expression of Gratitude: Thank you very much

Board Exam Info

In the Tamil Nadu (Samacheer Kalvi) Class 1 English assessments, this chapter typically carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include matching greetings to the correct time of day, filling in missing letters in polite words, and choosing the correct greeting based on picture prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should we use 'Good afternoon'?

We use 'Good afternoon' from 12 noon until the evening, usually around 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM.

What is the difference between 'Hello' and 'Good bye'?

We use 'Hello' when we meet or greet someone, and 'Good bye' when we are leaving them.

Why do we say 'Please'?

We say 'Please' to show good manners when we are asking someone for a favor or an item.

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