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Q4 – ENGLISH 9-USLeM 7
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Expectation

Objective

Pretest (1-5 items)

Encircle the letter that corresponds to the correct answer.

1. What is main idea?

A. It states supporting details.
B. It states the topic of a paragraph.
C. It concludes the idea of the paragraph.
D. It consists pieces of evidence that support the topic.

2. Which expression is NOT used to introduce an opinion?

A. I agree C. However
B. I believe D. From my point of view

3. Which among the following is NOT used to introduce reasons?

A. since C. because
B. due to D. as a result

4. What do you call the words or phrases that act as bridges between and
among sentences and paragraphs?
A. appositives C. voices of the verb
B. direct objects D. transitional devices

5. Which of the following ideas can be used to support an opinion?

A. facts C. experiences
B. reasons D. point of view

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Looking Back (Review of pre-requisite skills)
Fill in the blanks with correct transitional devices. Pick your answers from the
word pool.

like because therefore

also however for example

_____________ 1. The sun had not risen yet. __________, people are already busy
on the streets.
_____________ 2. A pandemic hit our city; __________, people were instructed to
stay inside their homes and keep quarantined.
_____________ 3. The sea can cure certain physical diseases. __________, it
eases psychological problems.
_____________ 4. A day at the beach may entail additional expenses. __________,
the people still love to go to the beach to have fun.
_____________ 5. People were preparing; __________, the visitors were not sure to
come.
_____________ 6. There are a lot of delicious Filipino dishes __________ adobo,
menudo, and sinigang.
_____________ 7. The fresh breeze from the sea provides relief for people suffering
from chest complaints. __________, attacks of asthma and other
allergies can be minimized by living near the sea.
_____________ 8. A noisy passenger entered the jeepney. __________, all the
other passengers were disturbed.
_____________ 9. Keeping a healthy diet is good for your health. __________, it
can help you avoid acquiring any disease.
_____________ 10. Josie had to leave for the province __________ there was an
emergency.

Brief Introduction (Discussion)

Taking a stand is to express your opinion, to assert one’s point of view, or to

defend one’s belief. In expressing an opinion, there are certain ways to be
considered. Undoubtedly, a well-articulated opinion allows a person to forward and
convince others of his views. Sherwood Fleming forwards the CLEAR method in
achieving such goal.

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Step 1 - Convey your concise opinion. Make sure to state your position first.
Step 2 - Link to your listener’s concerns. Think of reasons as to why your opinion
matters.
Step 3 - Enact your experiences. Cite situations you have experienced connected
to your opinion to make your point more relatable.
Step 4 - Assert your authority. Gain your listeners’ trust by being sensible in
explaining your point.
Step 5 - Repeat your concise opinion. This concludes all your ideas.

The following are useful expressions in conveying your opinions.

I feel that… In my opinion… I agree/disagree that…
I think that… I would say that… From my point of view…
Personally… It’s my belief that… As far as I’m concerned…
I believe that… My impression is that… I am sure/I am certain that…

The following are transitional devices that can be used to indicate supporting
ideas to your opinion.

Addition additionally, again, also, and, another, besides, finally, further,

furthermore, in addition, likewise, moreover, first, second, next, too
Contrast although, but, even though, however, in contrast, instead,
nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, otherwise, though,
yet
Comparison also, in a like manner, in a similar way, in the same manner,
likewise, similarly, like
Cause and as a result, because, consequently, due to, for this reason, hence,
effect if, since, so, therefore, thus
Exemplification for instance, for example, such, like
Conclusion In conclusion, For all these reasons, In summary, All in all, To sum
up,

In constructing your opinion, make sure to follow the structure below.

Issue: Constant use of social media platforms

Main Idea: - Often use of social media platforms can inflict damaging effects to
the community.
Reason 1 ● Local communities are no longer forming close or supportive
relationships. (ex. people are not interested to have sincere
communications anymore)
Reason 2 ● Society is becoming increasingly disjointed and fragmented. (ex.
people don’t interact with other citizens in their own communities

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Sample answer:

In my opinion, such sites can inflict damaging effects on local communities.

Firstly, the people within local communities are no longer forming close or
supportive relationships. For instance, people are contented mostly by what they
see while browsing through life updates of people posted on social media. This
results to people not initializing sincere conversations anymore. Secondly, society
as a whole is becoming increasingly disjointed and fragmented as people spend
more time online with people they have never met in person and are unlikely to
ever meet in the future. To sum up, social media platforms do have a negative
impact on societies and local communities. People should do more to try and
involve themselves in local activities in order to promote the future of community
life.

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Activities
A. Analyze the given topic for each cluster map and decide whether you agree
or disagree with the topic. Underline your choice and fill in the cluster map
below with ideas that will support your stand.

B. Turn the ideas that you formed in the cluster maps in Activity A to
paragraphs. Use transitional devices in writing your opinion.

1. Dating at a young age

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2. Legalizing marijuana for medical use

Remember (Generalization)
In expressing your opinion, always take note of the following:

● Follow the CLEAR method.

● Always provide explanation and examples.
● Always relate to your listener and be sensible.
● Use transitional devices to make your thoughts organized and
coherent.

Assessment (Checking Your Understanding)

Answer the following questions by writing a paragraph with five (5) sentences
stating your opinion. Use the rubrics below as your guide in answering.

1. Why do you think the crime rate among teenagers has dramatically
increased?

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2. Which distance learning modality do you think is better, online learning or

modular learning?

Criteria 5 3 1
Content The opinion was The opinion was The opinion was
provided with 4 provided with 2-3 provided with only
supporting supporting 1 supporting
sentences and all sentences and/or sentence and/or 3
the ideas were 1-2 ideas were or more ideas
relevant to the irrelevant to the were irrelevant to
answer. answer. the answer.
Coherence All ideas were 1-2 ideas were not 3 or more ideas
connected properly were not properly
properly with the connected with connected with
use of transitional transitional transitional
devices. devices. devices.
Posttest (1-5)
A. Complete the idea of the paragraph by filling in the blanks with the
correct transitional devices. Choose your answers from the word pool
below.

and however in my opinion

firstly as a result another reason

1)_______________, young women nowadays should be taught to be

more conservative regarding how they express themselves.

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2)_______________, women wearing clothes that are too revealing are most
likely to be viewed sexually by men. Women might say that they do not intend
to seduce men or promote nudity; 3)_______________, no one can dictate
how men would think about this which might result to unpleasant events.
Women who are very keen on showing too much skin as well as acting
4)_______________ speaking provocatively might accidentally influence
young girls to lose their innocence at a very young age. 5)______________,
development of self-respect as well as setting of boundaries among young
girls might be impeded and might cause serious problems.

B. Write a paragraph with five (5) sentences that answers each question
below.

1. Why do you think poverty still exists in wealthy societies?

2. Do you agree in the statement that government investment on arts, music

and theater is just a waste of money? Why or why not?

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3. Do you think that showbiz and sports celebrities earning significantly more
than the other important professions such as doctors, teachers, police, etc.
is unfair? Why or why not?

Criteria 5 3 1
Content The opinion was The opinion was The opinion was
provided with 4 provided with 2-3 provided with only
supporting supporting 1 supporting
sentences and all sentences and/or sentence and/or 3
the ideas were 1-2 ideas were or more ideas
relevant to the irrelevant to the were irrelevant to
answer. answer. the answer.
Coherence All ideas were 1-2 ideas were not 3 or more ideas
connected properly were not properly
properly with the connected with connected with
use of transitional transitional transitional
devices. devices. devices.

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Answer Key

Reference
Arkaina, K. B. et.al. (2014). Language in Literature Anglo-American Literature.
Quezon City: Vibal Group, Inc.

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