SJA LEARNING MODULE

SUBJECT AND GRADE LEVEL English 9 TEACHER: Louis Alexis P. Vargas

QUARTER 1 WEEK 1 Title of the Module The Story of Beowulf
CONTENT STANDARDS: The learner demonstrates understanding of how Anglo-American
literature and other text types serve as means of enhancing the self; also how to use
processing, assessing, summarizing information, word derivation and forming strategies,
appropriate word order, punctuation marks and interjections to enable him/her to participate
actively in a speech choir.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: The learner actively participates in a speech choir through

using verbal and non-verbal strategies based on the following criteria: Focus, Voice, Delivery,
Facial Expressions, Body Movements/ Gestures and Audience Contact

FORMATION STANDARDS: (OP-Siena Graduate Attributes)

• Community-builder- One who demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse group of
people for a common goal.
SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM: Zoom, YouTube, Google Classroom

I. NEED TO KNOW

INTRODUCTION
There is only one full-length folk epic that has survived in the Old English literature. This is the
epic Beowulf. It is the best example of warrior literature. In this lesson, you will learn about the
heroic deeds of the hero Beowulf. You will also learn to appreciate sensory images and use
modals in different functions.

Table of the Lesson MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES (MELCS)

(Week of the Quarter)
M.E.L.C.: Express permission, obligation, and prohibition
Week 1 / 1st Quarter
using modals.
(3 meetings)

Day 1: Parts II to IV – pages

2-4 Enabling Competency: Compose clear and coherent
Day 2: Parts V to VII – sentences using modals.
pages 6 - 8
Day 3: Parts VIII to IX –
pages 8 – 10

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DAY 1
Opening Prayer
Bow your head, close your eyes, and feel the presence of the Lord.

Dear Lord and Father of all, Thank you for today. Thank you for ways in which you provide
for us all. For Your protection and love we thank you. Help us to focus our hearts and minds
now on what we are about to learn. Inspire us by Your Holy Spirit as we listen and write.
Guide us by your eternal light as we discover more about the world around us. We ask all
this in the name of Jesus. Amen.

II. NEED TO CHECK

Pre-Test
Characteristics of an Epic
An epic is a lengthy poem telling a story of the adventures of extraordinary men and
women. They narrate the deeds and heroics of a legendary figure or a history of a
nation. An epic has numerous characteristics. Match these characteristics from
column A to their appropriate descriptions in column B. Write the letter of your
choice in the space before the number of each item.

A B

1. A figure of heroic stature, of A. Amazing Actions

international importance,
and of great historical B. Sustained Elevations
significance.
C. Omniscient and Objective
2. A setting vast in scope, Poet
covering nations, the world,
or even the universe. D. Legendary Heroic Figure

3. Deeds requiring great valor E. Supernatural Forces

or superhuman strength.
F. Grand Setting
4. Gods, angels, and demons
that take interest in the
action and intervene.

5. overly formal, highly

stylized; has grand
simplicity in content but not
in form or diction

6. The poet recounts the

deeds of the hero from a
neutral, third person
standpoint.

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Lesson Number: _1_ TOPIC/TITLE: The Story of Beowulf

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: (UNPACKED COMPETENCIES)

1. Use modals appropriately (EN8G-IIId-3.6:)

2. Express permission, prohibition, and obligation (EN9G-IVc-23)

3. Analyzing literature as a means of discovering the self

(EN9LT-la-14 to Ii-14)

4. Producing the correct sounds of English (EN9F-llc-3.11.1)

III. NEED TO CONNECT

DAY 1

A. Know Your Epic

In your previous years, you must have come across numerous epic poems. Give an
example of an epic that you have studied. Complete the table below.

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Title
The Hero of the Epic
Who is the main character of the epic?
What is his position in the beginning of the
story? (ex. A prince, a beggar, or a warrior,
etc.)

Supernatural Powers
Every epic hero has extraordinary powers.
What are the extraordinary abilities of the
hero?
Does he have a weapon that he carries in
battle?
Does he have magical animals as
companions?

The Grand Setting

Where did the story take place?
Describe the place and time where the
story took place.

The Anti-Heroes/ The Conflict

Who were the characters who fought the
hero?
What are their reasons for fighting?
What are their abilities?
What are the conflicting sides in the story?

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 The Great Adventure
How did the hero solve the problems he
came across?
How did the hero interact with the people
around him?

The Outcome
What is the ending of the epic?
Did the hero complete his mission?
Did he succeed or fail?

IV. NEED TO DISCOVER

A. Childhood vs. Modern Heroes

During our childhood, we all looked up to heroes that we see in televisions and
comics. Their superpowers and heroic deeds amazed us. However, growing up, our
perceptions of the word ‘hero’ changes gradually. Nowadays, especially during the
time of pandemic, our ideas of what a ‘hero’ are different from our childhood dreams.
Let us compare them in this activity. Answer the following questions.

1. Who are your childhood heroes? What makes them heroes for you?
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2. Who are your heroes today? Why?

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3. How are they similar to each other? Explain your answer.

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 V. NEED TO DISCUSS

B. Reading Activity
Read a summary of the epic “The Story of Beowulf” on your English
Communication Arts and Skills through Anglo-American and Philippine
Literatures book, page 3 to 5. Then, accomplish the activities below.

C. Reading Comprehension A
Answer the following questions about the story.

1. Why did Beowulf decide to free the Danes from Grendel?

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2. Why did Beowulf fight Grendel with his bare hands? What does this reveal about
his character?
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3. Why was it harder for Beowulf to kill Grendel’s mother than to kill Grendel
himself?
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4. Which do you think was the hardest of the Beowulf’s three adventures? Give
reasons for your answer.
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5. What does the story of Beowulf reveal about the customs and beliefs of the
Danes in that period?
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Expressing Appreciation for the Sensory Image Used

Good narratives make use of image- and sound-evoking words to
transport a reader into the world of the story. Beowulf’s story uses descriptive
language to appeal to the reader’s senses. Here are some examples from
the selection:
It was filled with treasures and weapons of war; and in the midst of
these warlike things was a baby sleeping. (sense of sight)
At midnight Grendel came bursting the door inwards, laughing at the
thought of the feast of flesh before him. (sense of hearing)

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 D. Reading Comprehension B
Go back to the story and underline sentences that use sensory images.

How did these images make the story more appealing?

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DAY 2

Modal verbs and their Meaning

What are modal verbs?
Modals (also called modal verbs, modal auxiliary verbs, modal auxiliaries) are special
verbs which behave irregularly in English. They are different from normal verbs like
"work, play, visit..." They give additional information about the function of the main verb
that follows it. They have a great variety of communicative functions.
Here are some characteristics of modal verbs:
• They never change their form. You can't add "s", "ed", "ing"...
• They are always followed by an infinitive without "to" (e.i. the bare infinitive.)
• They are used to indicate modality allow speakers to express certainty,
possibility, willingness, obligation, necessity, ability
Here is a list of modal verbs:
can, could, may, might, will, would, shall, should, must, have to

Use of modal verbs:

Modal verbs are used to express many functions such as:
1. Permission
Can I use your phone?
Excuse me, could I just say something?
May I go to the restroom? (polite permission)
Might I suggest an idea? (polite permission)

2. Ability
I can swim.
When I was younger, I could run fast. (ability in the past)
I will be able to speak French after these lessons. (ability in the future)

3. Obligation
You have to stop when the traffic lights turn red. (impersonal obligation)
I should see a doctor. I have a terrible headache. (50% obligation)
You must work hard to achieve your dreams. (personal obligation)
I had to bring my mother to the hospital. (past obligation)

4. Prohibition
You must not smoke in the hospital. (official prohibition)
You should not talk to people rudely. (moral/personal prohibition)

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 E. Modal Mania
Fill the blanks with modals that you think is appropriate for the sentence. Use the
functions in the parentheses as your guide.
1. I would have attended the class yesterday if I __________. (ability)
2. When the fight got too intense, I _________ stop them. (obligation)
3. Good morning Ma’am, how _______ I assist you? (permission)
4. Once I finish my work, I ___________ meet you. (ability)
5. You _________ talk back to your parents. (prohibition)

VI. NEED TO GENERALIZE

F. Evaluating a Song Adaptation of an Epic

1. Scan the QR code to view the lyrics of the song

adaptation of the Beowulf epic (song title is Grendel)

2. Compare the lyrics with the story to see if the song retells the story of
Beowulf accurately. Which lines can you match with the story? Did the
images evoke by the lyrics match those from the epic?

3. Listen to a recording of the song. Does the music evoke the same mood and
emotions that you felt when you read the epic? Does the music add to your
understanding or appreciation of the epic?

VII. NEED TO APPLY/ VALUES INTEGRATION/ LIFE EXPERIENCE

G. Life Connection
Answer the following questions.

1. After reading the story of Beowulf, what would you say were the qualities
deeply admired by the people of those times? Explain your answer.
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2. Would these qualities be equally admired in our times? Why?

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3. Beowulf was a good leader. What qualities would you demand from a
national leader?
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 4. What quality/qualities of Beowulf would be best for ordinary citizens to
imitate?
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H. Identifying Sensory Details

Answer the following questions about utilizing one’s senses.

1. Sense of touch. Give the difference between the texture of:

• your skin and the fur of a cat
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• an orange and an avocado

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2. Sense of hearing. Give the word to describe each.

• The sound of water gently hitting a sandy shore. ________________
• The sound of rain on the roof. _______________
• The sound of a person chewing crispy chips. _____________

3. Sense of smell. Give the word to describe each.

• The smell of freshly brewed coffee. _____________
• The smell of earth after a sudden summer rain. ____________
• The smell of decaying corpse of an animal. _____________

4. Sense of taste. Give the word to describe each.

• The taste of a green mango. ______________
• The taste of black pepper. ________________
• The taste of melted cheese in grilled meat. _________________

DAY 3

VIII. NEED TO ASSESS

I. Using modals properly

Choose the correct modal for each sentence. Encircle
1. You ___ come to the meeting but it would help us all if you’re there.
a) don't have to
b) mustn't

2. I can’t get a connection on my phone. ___ I borrow yours?

a) have to
b) can

3. The rules say that you ___ only invite one guest to the club.
a) can
b) have to

4. I ___ stay on for a few hours because I’d rather work late today than over the
weekend.
a) have to
b) must

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 5. There’s a lot of noise coming from outside. ___ I close the window?
a) Must
b) Could

6. You ___ start saving money if you want to retire early.

a) have to
b) can

7. Did they tell you that you ___ come into this area. It’s restricted to staff only.
a) don't have to
b) can't

8. We ___ be there fifteen minutes before the concert starts.

a) have to
b) can

J. Express permission, ability, obligation, and prohibition using modals.

Write your own sentences using modals to express different functions. The first
number is done to serve as your guide.

What would you say in the following situations?

1. It’s your first time going to a big city. You are lost and you want to ask
someone where the nearest MRT station is.

Excuse me, ma’am/sir. May I ask a question? Do you know where the
nearest MRT station is?____________________________________

2. Your friend is asking if you can speak Mandarin fluently. It’s been ten years
since you left China and moved to the Philippines. Your Mandarin is not
fluent now, but it used to be fluent when you were in China.
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3. You and your younger sister are riding a jeepney when suddenly, the person
next to you starts to light up a cigarette. It’s forbidden to smoke in a public
vehicle. What would you tell that person?
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4. Your sister has a beautiful dress that you want to wear for a party. You have
to ask for her permission before you use it. You will promise to wash it after
you use it so you can return it clean.
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5. Your teacher gives the class a homework for the weekend. However, your
classmate was absent, and your teacher asked you to tell that classmate
about the assignment. The homework was an essay about your summer
vacation. The deadline is on Monday next week. How would you tell this to
your classmate?
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6. It’s 9:30 in the evening and you’re at a party with your friends. Your mom
had told you to come home before 10:00 p.m. You wish to go home now but
your friends are enjoying the party. What would you tell them?

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7. You are a flight attendant and your plane is about to take off. You were
instructed to tell the passengers that it is required to stay in their seats and
to not use their mobile phones. What would you tell them?
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8. You left your baby brother to a babysitter’s care. When you arrived home,
you found coins, marbles, and LEGO pieces on the floor. You want to tell the
babysitter that it’s dangerous to leave small objects lying around because it’s
possible for the baby to swallow it.
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9. ‘Students are allowed to bring dictionaries for the language test, but they are
prohibited from using online dictionaries during the test.’ This rule was
written in Mandarin. You can understand it, but your friend can’t. Tell your
friend about the rules using modals.
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10. You’re at a park with your younger sister. She wants to chase a butterfly in a
garden, but it’s not allowed to step on the grass. How would you tell her it’s
prohibited?
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IX. NEED TO MORE ACTIVITIES

K. Appreciation of Sensory Images from a movie

Watch the movie adaptation of “Beowulf” by scanning the QR code.
Compare the movie from the story that you read by answering the
following questions. Explain your answers.

1. Did the sensory images used in the story help you visualize how the movie
adaptation will be?
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2. Which parts of the film can you match with the epic as written?
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3. Is the movie adaptation different from the original story?

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4. Does the film add to your understanding or appreciation of the epic?

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Closing Prayer
Bow down your head, close your eyes, and feel the presence of the Lord
Thank you, Lord, for your presence with us this day. As we depart from this space now, we
ask you to bless us throughout the remainder of the day and guide us safely home. Do not let
the learning and conversations of this gathering die, but, instead, may they continue to
ruminate within us and bear fruit in our ministries throughout the year, until we find ourselves
together again. We ask this in the name of Jesus, and in the power of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

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 ⮚ Answer Key (Assessment)
Pre-Test: Characteristics of an Epic
1. Legendary Heroic Figure
2. Grand Setting
3. Amazing Actions
4. Supernatural Forces
5. Sustained Elevations
6. Omniscient and Objective Poet

Reading Comprehension A (Possible Answers)

1. They were his father’s friends
2. Weapons could not overcome Grendel. He was courageous and strong.
3. He had to follow her lair under the sea.
4. The hardest was the third adventure because Beowulf was very old; the
dragon had killed off all the inhabitants and he was all alone.
5. Answers may vary.

Reading Comprehension B (Possible Answers)

1. On a wall of the cave, Beowulf caught sight of a magic sword. (sense of
sight)
2. Grendel escaped to his sea home to die, shrieking and howling in pain
(sense of hearing)
3. In this fight with the dragon, Beowulf fought the fire-breathing dragon and
although he slew the dragon, he swallowed some of the fire. (sense of taste/
smell)

E. Modal Mania
1. could
2. had to
3. may
4. Will be able to
5. should not

J. Using modals properly

1. a 5. b
2. b 6. a
3. a 7. b
4. b 8. a

K. Expressing using modals possible answers

2. I could speak Mandarin fluently when I was in China.
3. You must not smoke in a public vehicle.
4. Can I use your dress for the party? I promise I will wash it after I use it.
5. We have an assignment to write an essay about our summer vacation. We
have to pass it on Monday next week.
6. I should go home now. My mom told me I have to be home before 10:00.
7. All passengers must remain in their seats and must not use their mobile
phones.
8. You shouldn't leave small objects lying around. Such objects may be
swallowed by children.
9. Students can bring dictionaries for the test but must not access online
dictionaries during the test.
10. People must not walk on the grass.

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 Learning References

▪ “Lesson 1 The Beginning of English Literature: The Old English Period.”

Essay. In English Communication Arts and Skills through Anglo-
American and Philippine Literatures, edited by Milagros G. Lapid, 2–8.
Quezon City, Philippines: Phoenix Publishing House INC., 2018.

▪ Blass, Laurie/ Lannuzzi, Susan/ Savage, Alice/ Gordon, Deborah/

Reppen, Randi (CON). Grammar and Beyond 3. Cambridge Univ Pr,
2012.

▪ “Grendel.” The Official Marillion Website, 2016.

http://www.marillion.com/music/lyric.htm?id=17.

▪ “Modals – Permission and Obligation.” British Council, May 14, 2020.

https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/grammar/intermediate-to-upper-
intermediate/modals-permission-and-obligation.

▪ Aday, Mark Leonard. “Beowulf and Grendel 2005”. YouTube video,

1:44;10. July 12, 2018.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxvBgwGVtvM&t=5320s

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