Executive English – Basics

Module 2: Understanding the Subject in a Sentence

Lesson Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will:

• Understand what a subject is
• Identify the subject in simple sentences
• Use subjects correctly while speaking

What is a Subject?

 A subject tells us who or what the sentence is about.

In this lesson, a subject can be:

• A person 👨
• A place 🏙️
• A thing 📘
• An idea or concept 💭 (even something not physical)

Types of Subjects

1. Single-word Subject

A subject can be just one word:

• I am happy.
• She is a singer.

 “I” and “She” are the subjects.

2. Group of Words as Subject

A subject can also be a group of words:

• The President of India is speaking.

 “The President of India” is the subject.

Position of Subject in a Sentence

1. Subject at the Beginning (Most Common)

👉 In most English sentences, the subject comes first.

Examples:

• Stars are far away.
• She is a singer.

2. Subject is Hidden (Not Written)

Sometimes, the subject is not written—but we understand it.

Examples:

• Sit quietly. → (You sit quietly)
• Don’t move from here. → (You don’t move)

Here, the hidden subject is “you”

3. Subject in the Middle or End

Sometimes, the subject comes later in the sentence.

Example:

• May God bless you.

 “God” is the subject.

 Activity 1: Find the Subject

Identify the subject in these sentences:

1. The sun is bright.
2. She plays the piano.
3. Sit down.
4. May you succeed.

Activity 2: Make Your Own Sentences

Create 3 sentences and check with ChatGPT

• One with a single-word subject
• One with a group subject
• One with a hidden subject

Takeaway

✔ Every sentence has a subject
✔ The subject tells us who or what
✔ It is usually at the beginning, but not always
✔ Sometimes, it is hidden (you)

Additional Information about the ‘Subject in a sentence’

Module 1 -Role of body language in Communication

Speak Without Fear – The Power of Communication

Module Objective

By the end of this module, learners will:

• Understand that communication is more than words
• Use body language and tone effectively
• Gain confidence in speaking basic English sentences
• Realize they already have a strong foundation

Activity: Icebreaker Discussion
Ask learners:

• “Do you think English is difficult? Why?”
• “Can you communicate without words?”

 Key Idea 1: Communication –  Only Words

• Around 60–65% of communication is body language
• Words are important, but how you say them matters more

 Simple Example:
Say “Okay” in:

• Happy tone 😊
• Angry tone 😠
• Confused tone 😕

How meaning changes.

 Key Idea 2: You Need Only Basic Vocabulary

• English has 50,000+ words
• Only ~2000 words are needed for daily conversation
  Most of you already know enough words to start speaking

Body Language Mastery is the key to communicate effectively

Body language is communication without words, including:

• Facial expressions
• Gestures
• Posture
• Tone of voice

Try to make the following expressions, without speaking

• Anger
• Surprise
• Happiness
• Question

Tone Practice Activity

Activity 1: One Sentence – Many Meanings

Sentence:
 A cat is drinking milk in the kitchen.

Repeat this sentence In the following tones and see how the meaning changes with each tone.

1. Normal tone
2. Angry tone
3. Questioning tone
4. Joking tone

 Activity 2: Guided Practice

Repeat the above practice with the following sentences

1. She goes to the office at 10 o’clock every day.
2. He sold his car for 500 dollars.

Summary – Takeaway

✔ Communication is mostly non-verbal
✔ Tone + body language = powerful speaking
✔ You already know enough to begin
✔ Confidence matters more than perfection