Sacred Heart Villa School “Maria Schinina”

181 Aguinaldo Highway, Lalaan I, Silang, Cavite

(046) 423 – 3403

Name: __________________________________ Grade Level: ______________

Subject: English Time Frame of the Activities: August 24-28, 2020
Quarter: 1st Week: 2

Submission:
Online: On or Before August 29 (11:59 pm)
Hard Copy: On or Before August 29 (12:00 pm)
Topic: Genres of Viewing

INTRODUCTION:

In the age of mass media, movies, television, and online programs are common. There’s a good chance
that when you were growing up, you were a couch of potato yourself, watching TV every time you got
the chance.

PRESENTATION:

ANIMATED

 These are the cartoons we see on TV. Their themes vary, as well as the target age group (some
are for toddlers and kids, while some are for teenagers.)
Examples for Toddlers and Kids

Peppa Pig

Dora the Explorer

Examples for Teenagers:

Inside out

Coco

CHILDREN

 These shows are for children and are almost always educational. They may or may not be
animated.
Examples:

Paw Patrol

Batibot

COMEDY

 These shows are meant to entertain viewers, through the use of jokes and pranks.

Examples:

Goin’ Bulilit

Gandang Gabi Vice

DRAMA

 These shows are highly emotional, and the story always had sad parts, like conflict in families,
betrayals, etc. However, not all endings are sad. Usually, the protagonist prevails in the end.

Examples:

Kadenang Ginto

Ang Probinsyano

EDUCATIONAL

These shows are highly informational and can be intended for children, teenagers, or adults. A lot of
these shows are in documentary format, with each

episode focusing on a certain person or theme. Some use demonstrations, such as shows that teach
people how to make art.

Examples:

Matanglawin

Math Dali

Art Angel

FANTASY

These shows use unrealistic characters and plots, usually including magic and supernatural creatures.
They may not be animated, with a lot of visual effects.

Examples:

Encantadia

My Love from the Star

HORROR

These shows are intended to scare audiences, usually by employing supernatural beings, like ghost.
In the case of the Philippines, supernatural beings like kapre, manananggal, and aswang are also used.

Examples:

Shake, Rattle, and Roll

Midnight DJ
NEWS

These shows are used to inform the public about the latest updates in the world, country, and

community.

Examples:

TV Patrol

24 Oras

VARIETY SHOW

These shows include games, song and-dance performances, and other segments.

Examples:

Showtime

Eat Bulaga

ACTIVITY 1: Identify the purpose of each show.

Example: Matanglawin – It gives information in history (local and international).

1. Ang Probinsyano
2. Showtime
3. Big Hero 6
4. IT
5. Banana Split
ACTIVITY 2:

Give 2 shows for each genre and write the possible audience’s age for each show.

ANIMATED.

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

CHILDREN

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

COMEDY

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:
DRAMA

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

EDUCATIONAL

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

FANTASY

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

HORROR

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

NEWS

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

VARIETY SHOW

1. Show:
Audience Age:
2. Show:
Audience Age:

ENRICHMENT/DEEPENING/ VALUING:

Think of your favorite movie and answer the following questions:

1. What is the genre of the movie?

2. Is it suitable for your age?
3. What is/are the lesson/s you got from watching that movie?
4. Will you recommend that movie with same age as yours? Why?
EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT:

Identify the genre being described by statements below. Write your answers on the lines provided.

_____________________1. This genre aims to make you learn from different information.

_____________________2. This genre tells you about the things that happened today.

_____________________3. This genre are meant to entertain viewers, through the use of jokes and
pranks.

_____________________4. This genre has dances, songs, and games.

_____________________5. This genre is best viewed at night, nearing Halloween and All Saint’s Day.