Class 1 English - WEST-BENGAL

Greetings

Welcome to the 'Greetings' chapter in English for Class 1 under the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE). This chapter introduces young learners to polite everyday words and expressions used to welcome people, show respect, and communicate kindly. Students will learn essential English phrases like 'Good morning', 'Hello', 'Thank you', and 'Goodbye'. Mastering these basic conversational tools is vital for building confidence in spoken English. In the board examinations, this chapter helps lay the foundation for oral assessments, matching exercises, and fill-in-the-blank questions, carrying around 5 to 10 marks in the formative and summative evaluations.

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Key Concepts

Morning Greeting

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

Afternoon and Evening Greeting

We use 'Good afternoon' after 12 noon and 'Good evening' when the sun sets.

Asking About Wellbeing

We ask 'How are you?' to know how our friends or teachers are feeling today.

Saying Thank You

We say 'Thank you' when someone helps us or gives us a gift to show we are grateful.

Parting Greeting

We say 'Goodbye' or 'Bye' when we are leaving school or parting ways with someone.

Important Formulas

Greeting + Name (e.g., Good morning, Miss)
Polite Word + Action (e.g., Thank you)
Question + Response (e.g., How are you? - I am fine, thank you)

Board Exam Info

In West Bengal (WBBSE) Class 1 English evaluations, this chapter typically carries 5 to 10 marks. Common question types include matching greetings with the correct time of day, filling in missing letters in polite words, and oral viva tests where students must greet the teacher correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should we say Good morning?

We say Good morning in the early part of the day, from sunrise until 12 o'clock in the afternoon.

What should I reply when someone says 'How are you?'

You can reply by saying 'I am fine, thank you. And you?'

Is 'Good night' a greeting when meeting someone?

No, 'Good night' is said only when we are going to sleep or parting ways at night, not when we first meet someone.

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