Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION V
Schools Division of Masbate Province
ARRIESGADO-SEVILLENO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Locso-an, Placer, Masbate

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET WEEK 7

CREATIVE WRITING

On identifying the various Elements, Techniques and literary devices

In various modes of fictions (foreshadowing,
symbolism and Motif, mood/tone )

JINELYN P. CALOÑA
Subject-Teacher

OFELIA A. MAMPORTE
Principal

Introductory Message
For the teacher:
Welcome to the SHS CREATIVE WRITING MODULE!
This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed
by educators from public institutions in Department of Education Region V
(Bicol) to assist you, the teacher in helping the learners meet the standards
set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and
independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this
also aims to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking
into consideration their needs and circumstances.
As a teacher, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use
this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while
allowing them to manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected
to encourage and assist the learners as they do the tasks included in the
module.
For the learner:
Welcome to the SHS CREATIVE WRITING MODULE!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and
time. You will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource
while being an active learner and at the same time an adventurer. Diego
your learning companion is with you as you embark in this learning journey.
You will transport in the different realms to learn and perform noteworthy
tasks.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do
not hesitate to consult your teacher. Always bear in mind that you are not
alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful
learning and gain a deep understanding of the relevant competencies.
More so, use your notebook or a separate sheet of paper in noting significant
details and pieces of information in the different modules and even in
accomplishing the tasks given to you. You can do it!

Welcome aboard! You were sent to obtain Hippolyte’s girdle. We are

off to Amazon’s place. We will be passing through the giant sea creature’s
lair. No sea expedition successfully passed that monster’s abode. The
powerful beans that Eurystheus handed to you as a reward for capturing the
Erymanthian boar will be our only weapon against them. These beans will
make us invisible from these giant sea creatures. For you to use the powerful
bean’s power, you have to read and analyze the sentences. Supply the
missing word on each sentence. Choose your answer from the pool of words
below and write it on the blank provided.
object setting attitude
Dialogues diction2

1. ________________ is the physical location in a piece of literature that

provides background in which the events of the narrative take place.
2. Tone, in written composition, is the ________________ of a writer toward
a subject or an audience.
3. Motif is an ________________ or idea that repeats itself throughout a literary
work.
4. A writer may use character’s ________________ to hint at what may occur in
the future.
5. ________________ or choice of words conveys deep feelings, and depicts
the events, places, and characters in a literary work in specific colors, having
an effect on the way the readers feel about them.
Good job! You passed safely through the giant sea creature’s lair. For
you to process to the next task you must obtain a score of three (3) and
above. If you scored two (2) and below you can try answering it again. Best
of luck to you and Diego!

The Amazons are known for having their own language. You are going
to converse with them as soon as we reach their place. To help you know
their vernacular you must analyze the sentences below and write the word
TRUE if the sentence is TRUE and FALSE if the sentence doesn’t state a fact.
Write your answer in your notebook.
___________1. Foreshadowing often appears at the end of a story, or a chapter,
and helps the reader develop expectations about the coming events in a
story.
__________2. Symbolism is the use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, by
giving them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense.
___________3. Charles Dickens creates a melancholic mood in this line from
his novel Pickwick Papers:
“The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as
it flowed noiselessly on.”
____________4. Mood is a literary element that evokes certain feelings or vibes in
readers through words and descriptions.
____________5. Motif and theme are different in a literary work.
Great! Don’t forget the meaning of the words.

Learn more about the words you can use when you encounter the
Amazons.
Literary Devices refers to the typical structures used by writers in their works to convey his or her messages
in a simple manner to the readers. When employed properly, the different literary devices help readers 3 to
appreciate, interpret and analyze a literary work. Below is a list of literary devices with detailed definition and
examples. (Retrieved from https://literarydevices.net/foreshadowing/)
Foreshadowing
Foreshadowing is a literary device in which a writer gives an advance
hint of what is to come later in the story. Foreshadowing often appears at the
beginning of a story, or a chapter, and helps the reader develop
expectations about the coming events in a story. There are various ways to
create foreshadowing.
A writer may use characters’ dialogues to hint at what may occur in the
future. In addition, any event or action in the story may throw a hint to the
readers about future events or actions. Even a title of a work or a chapter title
can act as a clue that suggests what is going to happen. Foreshadowing
in fiction creates an atmosphere of suspense in a story, so that the readers
are interested to know more. (Retrieved from https://literarydevices.net/foreshadowing/)
Examples of Foreshadowing
1. The final graveyard flower is blooming, and its smell drifts through
their house, speaking gently the names of their dead. (Foreshadows death)
 2. The evening was still. Suddenly, a cool breeze started blowing and
made a windy night. (Foreshadows thunderstorm)
3. Most awful thing happened on a stormy evening, the battle
between good and evil started. (Foreshadows danger)
Symbolism
Symbolism is the use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, by giving
them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense.
Symbolism can take different forms. Generally, it is an object representing another, to give an entirely
different meaning that is much deeper and more significant. Sometimes, however, an action, an event or a
word spoken by someone may have a symbolic value. For instance, “smile” is a symbol of friendship.
Similarly, the action of someone smiling at you may stand as a symbol of the feeling of affection which that
person has for you.
Symbols do shift their meanings depending on the context they are used in. “A chain,” for example,
may stand for “union” as well as “imprisonment”. Thus, symbolic meaning of an object or an action is
understood by when, where, and how it is used. It also depends on who reads the work. (Retrieved from
https://literarydevices.net/symbolism/)

In our daily life, we can easily identify objects that can be taken as
examples of symbolism, such as the following:
1. The dove is a symbol of peace.
2. A red rose, or the color red, stands for love or romance.
3. Black is a symbol that represents evil or death.
4. A ladder may stand as a symbol for a connection between heaven
and earth.
5. A broken mirror may symbolize separation.
Motif
Motif is an object or idea that repeats itself throughout a literary work.
Motif and Theme
In a literary work, a motif can be seen as an image, sound, action, or
other figure that has a symbolic significance, and contributes toward the
development of a theme. Motif and theme are linked in a literary work, but
there is a difference between them. In a literary piece, a motif is a recurrent
image, idea, or symbol that develops or explains a theme, while a theme is a
central idea or message. (Retrieved from https://literarydevices.net/motif/)
Motif and Symbol
Sometimes, examples of motif are mistakenly identified as examples of symbols. Symbols are images,
ideas, sounds, or words that represent something else, and help to understand an idea or a thing. Motifs, on the
other hand, are images, ideas, sounds, or words that help to explain the central idea of a literary work – the
theme. Moreover, a symbol may appear once or twice in a literary work, whereas a motif is a recurring
element.
Examples of Motif in Literature
Example #1: Hamlet (By William Shakespeare)
In Shakespeare’s Hamlet, we find a recurring motif of incest, accompanied by incestuous desires of some
characters. Laertes speaks to his sister Ophelia in a way that is sexually explicit. Hamlet’s obsession with
Gertrude’s sexual life with Claudius has an underlying tone of incestuous desire. There is also a motif of
hatred for women that Hamlet experiences in his
relationship with Gertrude and Ophelia. Hamlet expresses his disgust for women in Scene 2 of Act I, as he
says: “Frailty, thy name is woman”
Example #2: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (By Mark Twain)
In Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, we see
several motifs that support the central idea of the narrative. The motif
of childhood gives the novel a lighter tone, and makes it enjoyable to
read despite its grave central ideas of slavery and racism. Both Huck
45 and Tom are young and flexible enough to undergo
a moral education, and thus are more open-minded than adults.
Another obvious motif in the narrative is superstition. Jim appears silly to
believe in all sorts of signs and omens, but interestingly predicts the
coming event.
Mood
In literature, mood is a literary element that evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and
descriptions. Usually, mood is referred to as the atmosphere of a literary piece, as it creates an emotional
setting that surrounds the readers. Mood is developed
in a literary piece through various methods, including setting, theme, tone, and diction. Let us see how writers
use the afore-mentioned elements in their
literary works to create a particular mood.
Tone
The tone of a literary work is the perspective or attitude that the author adopts with regards to a specific
character, place or development. Tone can portray a variety of emotions ranging from solemn, grave, and
critical to witty, wry and humorous. Tone helps the reader ascertain the writer’s feelings towards a particular
topic and this in turn influences the reader’s understanding of the story.
Example:
In her Harry Potter series, author J.K. Rowling has taken an extremely positive,
inspiring and uplifting tone towards the idea of love and devotion.
Is everything going smoothly? Now let us level that up through the next
learning challenge.

PRACTICE TASK 1
We are now on the Amazon’s place. Hippolyte, the Queen, assures you
that she will give you the girdle if you are going to accomplish the task below.

Direction: Read the sentences below. Give the symbolism of the underlined
words and write it in your notebook.
1. Rebels raised a white flag to negotiate. (During war, the color white
symbolizes making peace with the enemy. Otherwise, it represents purity and
life.)
2. The Red Cross is working around the world. (The symbol of the cross
represents Christianity, and the Red Cross in particular represents aid in times
of need.)6
3. The Muslim forces raised their flag with a crescent on it. (The crescent
moon represents Islam.)
4. They dressed in black to the funeral of their friend. (The color black is
associated with death.)
5. He, after a long time, saw a silver lining in the shape of the arrival of
his brother. (Silver edge/lining of clouds symbolize hope and optimism.)
Congrats! You accomplished the queen’s tasked.

PRACTICE TASK 2-A

The queen prepared welcome rites for you and Diego. She presented
you to the rest of the Amazons. Simbolika, the eldest among the group, is
perplexed if why do you want to get the girdle so she asked for the queen’s
approval if she can give you something to work on.

Direction: Read the passages and identify words and phrases that help set
the mood. Write down the mood of the passage in your notebook.
1. Amar wiped the sweat from his brow. The sun laid into him as he
trekked across the desert. He licked his lips but there was no moisture on his
tongue. His mouth was dry. His lips were cracked. He held his hand on his
forehead to block the sun, but he still couldn't see over the next dune. The
waves of heat obscured his vision. Amar looked up a saw the vultures circling.
He felt his legs wobbling.
__________________________________________________________________________________
2. Evan bounded from his bed. He drew his blinds and the sun poured
through. He opened the window and breathed in the fresh morning air. It was
crisp and smelled like life and spring. Today would be a good day. Evan
bathed and got dressed in clean clothes. He packed his bag in an orderly
way, making sure he had all his supplies. He took a piece of toast and some
fresh fruit with him for the road. It's hard to have a good day when you're
hungry, and Evan knew this. He would not be hungry today.
__________________________________________________________________________________
3. "Give me my toy!" Tyler yelled at his little brother Taylor. "No, I was
using it first!" Taylor shouted back. The TV was blaring loudly. A cartoon was
playing. The boys were not watching it. Toys covered the floor. Tyler snatched
the toy from Taylor's hands. Taylor started crying loudly. Loud stomping could
be heard upstairs. The stomps got louder as they headed down the stairs. A
dog was barking ferociously. Tyler, still crying, said, "Taylor snatched my toy!"
Tyler snapped back, "It's my toy!"
__________________________________________________________________________________
4. The old rowboat's squeaks and creaks could be heard clearly over
the still water. Jae plopped the oars into the pond and rowed. The sounds
were rhythmic. The birds in the woods chirped. Jae put the oars down and
grabbed his fishing rod. He cast it near the shore and seemed pleased with
his cast. He put his feet on the edge of the boat and his hands behind his
head. He yawned and stretched, keeping an eye on the bobber. The 7
bobber moved with the current of the water but was otherwise still. The
breeze was gentle but refreshing. Jae took it in, breathing in deeply through
his nose. "This is the life," he said to himself.
__________________________________________________________________________________
5. "I am so proud to say farewell to... our graduating class!" Principal
Bubbletop said triumphantly. The students threw their hats high in the air and
cheered. The marching band began to play a classic graduation song. The
parents and spectators all stood and clapped loudly. Some whistled. Parents
ran forward and presented their matriculating children with flowers, candies,
and really tight hugs.

PRACTICE 2-B
Simbolika is still not convinced so she asked for the assistance of her
sister, Moodas to craft a more difficult task. Moodas think of a difficult task so
that you can’t get the queen’s girdle. You have to perform that task by
analyzing the excerpts below. Write the symbolisms applied by the author in your answer sheet.
1.
“In the spring, I asked the daisies
if his words were true,
and the clever, clear-eyed daisies
always knew.
Now the fields are brown and barren,
Bitter autumn blows,
and of all the stupid asters
Not one knows.”
2.
“I hear leaves drinking rain;
I hear rich leaves on top
giving the poor beneath
Drop after drop;
Tis a sweet noise to hear
these green leaves drinking near.”
3.
“My heart leaps up when I behold
A rainbow in the sky:
So was it when my life began;
so is it now I am a man;
so be it when I shall grow old,”
Direction: Read and analyze the statements below and choose the letter
that corresponds to your answer. Write your answer in your notebook.
1. What is the relationship between motif and theme?
A. themes are a type of motif
B. motifs are a type of theme
C. Motif and theme are linked in a literary work, but there is a difference Between them.
D. themes emphasize motifs
2. Which of the following is always a characteristic of motif?
A. they are recurring
B. they are serious
C. they are comedic
D. they are symbolic
3. “They plan to kill General Washington.” He leaned forward, his elbows on
his knees. “Tell me everything at once.” What is the tone of the dialogue?
A. informal
B. serious
C. happy
D. positive
4. “I will not!” she shouted. “I will not be left at the mercy of our enemies while
you sink away!”.” What is the tone of the dialogue?
A. pleased
B. happy
C. angry
D. suspicious
5. Identify the symbolism of the stage in the excerpt below.
“All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts,”
A. world
B. play
C. participants
D. theatre

Performance Task
Using your knowledge about the different 8 literary devices, your task is to create a classroom
newsletter creatively. Before making it, you have to read the short story written by Edgar Allan Poe
entitled, “The Cask of Amontillado”. After reading, identify the literary devices discussed from it.
Your output will be rated using the rubric below.
Content 40% ;4e
Creativity 40%
Spelling, use of punctuation, Mechanics in writing 20%
Total 100%9