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English
Quarter 1 – Module 3 Lesson 1
Expressing Oneself with Conviction

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English – Grade 9
Quarter 1- Module 3 Lesson 1: Employ the appropriate communicative styles for various
situations

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MODULE 3 Lesson 1
I. Voice it out.

The ability to communicate to others is power. It affects the

way people deal with one another and therefore, language should
be learned, developed and sustained.

The way we deliver our thoughts can either build or destroy

our relationship
with other people. The impact of the message of a person to others
could either be negative or positive or it could be uplifting or
discouraging. To elicit the best result of effective communication, it
has to be accurate, clear and appropriate in every situation.

According to Joos ( 1968), there are five speech styles. These are (1) intimate,
(2) casual, (3) consultative, (4)formal (5) frozen. Each style dictates what appropriate
language or vocabulary should be used or observed.
With the help of the tasks you’ll explore in this lesson, you’ll surely hone your
communication skills and improve your understanding of the target concepts.

Competency:

Employ the appropriate communicative styles for various situations

III. Objectives

a. Identify the vocabulary or jargons used in an intimate speech

style.

b. Use appropriate vocabulary or jargons in expressing intimate

dialogue.

c. Observe salient features of an intimate dialogue in writing.

III. Vocabulary List:

1. Jargon- (n) a:confused unintelligible language b: a strange, outlandish, or

barbarous language

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 Jargon refers to special words or expressions that belong to
specific profession or activity. Examples: 1) BP for blood
pressure as medical term
Example: 10-4 is a radio jargon which means “okay” or “I
understand.” 3) euphemism such as “senior citizen” which
means old person.

2. Intimate (adj) – : of a very personal or private

Example: The couple had an intimate conversation about their

feelings towards each other.
3. Slang (n)- an informal nonstandard vocabulary composed typically of coinages,
arbitrarily changed words, and extravagant, forced, or facetious figures of
speech.
Example: The teenagers used slang like “ghurl”, ”lit” and “bitter” as a secret
language, not realizing their parents had cracked their codes long ago

*Definitions are taken from Merriam-Webster

IV. Pre-Test

Read each statement below carefully. Write T on the blank if

you think the statement is TRUE. Write an F on the blank if you think
the statement is FALSE.

__________________1. An intimate speech is a type of Communicative Style.

__________________2. The language in an intimate style should be shared in public.
__________________3. An intimate speech style is private which occurs between or

among close family members or individuals.

__________________4. An Intimate speech style usually occurs between husband
and wife, boyfriend and girlfriend, siblings, and parents and

children.
__________________5. An intimate speech style should be formal.

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V. Learning Activities
Learning Task 1:
Real Talk

Directions. Read the conversation provided for you here. Underline the
vocabulary or jargons that are intimate in nature.
While at the living room…

Mom: What show were you watching baby?

Tasha: Nothing really, just some reality TV show…

Mom: About what…

Tasha: I dunno, it was just this show about a girl who gets pregnant when she’s only
17. They follow her around for a while when she’s pregnant and then afterwards
when she has the baby.

Mom: Sounds kind of interesting. What did you think of it? Was it realistic?

Tasha: Geezz, she definitely had a lot of problems. When she was pregnant she
couldn’t do all the stuff that her friends were doing and had to miss out on things like
going on the class trip at the end of the year which sucked for her.

Mom: What about after the baby arrived?

Tasha: Well she didn’t really have a good place to stay. Her parents were really mad
at her so they kicked her out and she was staying at her boyfriend’s, but he was a
real jerk. I can’t believe that her parents were so mean that they would actually kick
her out of the house. I mean she made a mistake, but that seems beyond mean.

Mom: Well, I can tell you from a parent’s perspective maybe they think that’s the only
way that she can learn a lesson. I don’t think I could ever kick you out of the house,
but I certainly wouldn’t be very happy if you told me that you were pregnant.

Tasha: Yeah, I bet. I can’t imagine having a baby in high school.

Mom: It would be pretty tough, but I know that you’re a smarty pants and you must
know that you don’t have to put yourself in that situation.

Tasha: Yeah, yeah, I know, Dad’s already told me that I just have to stay away from
boys in general…

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Mom: (laughing) I’m not sure that will always be the answer. Although I’m pretty sure
that’s what your dad would prefer.

Tasha: (rolls her eyes)

Source: https://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/resources-and-training/for-
families/conversation-tools/sample-conversations/index.html

Learning Task 2:
Closer You and I
Fill in the table and analyze if an intimate speech style is used in the
conversation by answering the following questions below.

Words/Lines Yes/No Words/Lines

1. Did the mother and the child
use intimate speech style?
2. Did they use personal language
codes?
3. Were they conscious of their
grammar?
4. Did they use complete
language/dialogue?
5. Did they use slang words?

1. Based on the table that you have filled in, can you define ‘Intimate Speech
Style”
Answer: ____________________________________________________

2. What are the features of Intimate Speech style?

Answer:_____________________________________________________

Remember: An Intimate speech style is a type of Communicative style that is

private, and occurs between or among close family members or individuals. The
language used in this style may not be shared in public.
Source: Communication in Context for Senior High School
Note:
Here are some of the jargons used in an Intimate Speech Style.
1. Slang – is a very informal language or specific words used by particular
group of people.
Examples:
Outdated Slang: Wallflower means a typical girl who preferred to stand
along the wall instead of participating in a dance.

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 Portmanteau slang: a new word created by combining portions of two
existing words
like frenemy, bromance,etc.
Modern Slang: BAE means before anyone else, BASIC means very
common, fierce
means strong.
2. Personal Language: A language only the involved persons understand.
It’s private and can’t be shared to others. “Piggy” could mean a fat person.

3. Terms. of Endearment: words that show affection towards one another

like “Baby”, “Sweetheart”, “Honey”, etc.

Learning Task 3A. Complete me!

Fill in the word map with the jargons used in an intimate speech style.

INTIMATE
STYLE

Learning Task 3B.

Can you give examples of jargons used in an intimate style? If yes, fill in the table
below.

Slang Personal Language Terms of Endearment

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 VI. Practice Task 1
Just the two us.
Here’s an example of a conversation that could happen between
husband and wife.
Husband: Hey, Honey!
Wife: Oh,hey BAE, I didn’t see you there. Did you already get a table?
Husband: Yeah, right over here.
Wife: I’m glad we’re able to spend “alone time“ together on our 7th wedding
anniversary.
Husband: Me too. So, what’s the reaction of our little bunny when you left the house?
Wife: Oh, nothing much. He was busy playing with Grandma.
Husband: Happy anniversary Honey! (gave his gift)
Wife: Oh, how sweet! Thanks BAE. I wasn’t able to prepare one for your, but the only
gift I can give you is my love and respect.
Husband: Well, that’s the best gift a man could ever receive.
Wife:Thanks. I’m just happy that you’re there for me. You always have my back too.
Husband: Thanks for being supportive. I appreciate it. Cheers to more little bunnies!
Wife: Huh? …sure of that? (laughs)

Again, fill in the checklist and analyze if an intimate speech style is used in the
conversation you have just read. Answer the following questions below.
Words/Lines Yes/No Words/Lines
1. Did the husband and wife use
intimate speech style?
2. Did they use personal language
codes?
3. Were they conscious of their
grammar?
4. Did they use complete
language/dialogue?
5. Did they use slang words?

Practice Task 2
Mom and Me
A student received academic recognition from the school. How
do you think a supportive parent would speak to the child? Would

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other such as friend or teacher, speak to the child in the same manner? Write a brief
conversation between the child and the mother.

source: pp 119 Anglo-American Book

Mother:
Child:

Mother:
Child:
Mother:

Child:

Practice Task 3

Coping up.

Imagine that you will be seeing your grandmother who you dearly love after
the General Community Quarantine implemented due to COVID 19 pandemic, what
do you think will be the flow of your conversation?
You:

Grandmother:
You:
Grandmother:

You:
Grandmother:

What type of Communicative style did you use? Why?

Answer: ____________________________________________

VII. Post Test

A. Identify what is being described by completing the
following statements.
1. An _____________________is a type of Communicative
Style that occurs between or among close family members.

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2. The language in an intimate style should be _____________ and not to be
shared in public.

3. An Intimate speech style usually occurs between husband and wife, boyfriend
and girlfriend, siblings, and_____________________________.

4. In an intimate speech style, the speakers used ________________language

codes that only them understand.

5. Slang and _______________________language is used in an Intimate style

of communication.

B. Create a dialogue between the mother and son. Use in jargons, slang and
intimate vocabularies.

Assignment:
Differentiate Intimate Speech Style and Casual Speech Style.

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References:
Sipacio, P.J &Balgos A.R, Communication in Context for Senior High School.2016.
C &E Publishing, Inc. Quezon City.

https://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/resources-and-training/for-families/conversation-
tools/sample-conversations/index.html

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Answer Key:

Pre-Test
1. T
2. F

3. T
4. T
5. F

Learning Task 1 (Answers may vary.)

Learning Task 2
Closer You and I

Words/Lines Yes/No Words/Lines

1. Did the mother and the child Yes baby
use intimate speech style?
2. Did they use personal language Yes smarty pants
codes?
3. Are they conscious of their No “I dunno”
grammar?
4. Did they use complete No Tasha: Nothing
language/dialogue? really, just some
reality TV show…

Mom: About what…

5. Did they use slang words? Yes “Geezz”, real jerk

.Learning Task 3A
Complete the word map with the jargons used in an intimate speech style

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 Slang

INTIMATE
STYLE

Personal
Endearment Language
code

Learning Task 3B

Answers may vary.

Practice Task 1

Catching up

Words/Lines Yes/No Words/Lines

1. Did the husband and wife use Yes Honey/BAE
intimate speech style?
2. Did they use personal language Yes Little Bunny/bunnies
codes?
3. Are they conscious of their No “Me too”
grammar?
4. Did they use complete
language/dialogue? No Huh? …sure of
that?
5. Did they use slang words? Yes BAE( before anyone
else), Grandma
Practice Task 2
(Answers may vary)

Practice Task 3
(Answers may vary)

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VII. Post Test
A.

1. An Intimate (speech) style is a type of Communicative Style that occurs

between or among close family members.
2. The language in an intimate style should be private and not be shared in public.
3. An Intimate speech style usually occurs between husband and wife, boyfriend
and girlfriend, siblings, and parents and children.
4. In an intimate speech style, the speakers used personal language codes that
only them understand.
5. Slang or Informal language is used in an Intimate Style of communication.

B. Answers may vary.

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