Culture (Meaning) Basic 2 English Studies Lesson Note

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, pupils should be able to:

• Define culture
• List things that make up a culture
• Distinguish the culture of the three major tribes in Nigeria

What is Culture?

Culture is the way of life of a group of people. It includes how they dress, what they eat, their language, festivals, and traditions.

Simple Definition: Culture is how a group of people live, dress, eat, and celebrate.

Things That Make Up Culture

1. Language – The way people speak

Food – What people like to eat

Clothing – How people dress

Festivals – Special celebrations

Music and Dance – Songs and dances people enjoy

Religion – What people believe in

Greetings – How people say hello

The Three Major Tribes in Nigeria

1. Hausa-Fulani Culture (Northern Nigeria)

• Language: Hausa
• Clothing: Men wear flowing gowns called “Agbada” and caps called “Fila”
• Food: Tuwo, Suya, Fura da Nono
• Greetings: “Sannu” (Hello)

2. Yoruba Culture (Western Nigeria)

• Language: Yoruba
• Clothing: Men wear “Agbada” and “Fila”, Women wear “Gele” and “Iro and Buba”
• Food: Amala, Egusi, Jollof rice, Pounded yam
• Greetings: “Bawo” or “E ku aaro” (Good morning)

3. Igbo Culture (Eastern Nigeria)

• Language: Igbo
• Clothing: Men wear “Isiagu” (traditional shirt), Women wear colorful wrappers
• Food: Jollof rice, Bitter leaf soup, Yam
• Greetings: “Ndewo” (Hello)

Why Culture is Important

• It makes us unique and special
• It brings families and communities together
• It teaches us about our ancestors
• It helps us know who we are

CLASS EXERCISE – WEEK 2

Choose the correct answer (A, B, or C):

1. What is culture?

1. A) Only the food we eat
2. B) The way of life of a group of people
3. C) Only the clothes we wear

1. Which of these is part of culture?

1. A) Language and food
2. B) Only mathematics
3. C) Only sleeping

1. “Sannu” is a greeting from which culture?

1. A) Yoruba
2. B) Igbo
3. C) Hausa

1. Which food is common in Yoruba culture?

1. A) Only bread
2. B) Amala and Egusi
3. C) Only water

1. How many major tribes do we have in Nigeria?

1. A) Two
2. B) Three
3. C) Five

Answers: 1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-B, 5-B