CIPRES, ERIKA T.

ABM 12-1

English for Academic and Professional Purposes

Activities for Second Quarter

Lesson 1: Writing the Reaction / Review / Critique Papers

Rubric for Written Reaction Paper/ Review/ Critique

Criteria Excellent Good Needs Improvement Points

(10 points) (7 points) (5 point) Earned
Summary of Key Writer gives a brief Summary is either a little There is an insignificant
Components summary of topic, too long or not long summary. No detail and
including enough enough but is not quite little evidence from
information. Examples as compelling. There summary to support
and evidence from are fewer details from reviewer’s opinion.
summary strongly the movie and evidence
support reviewer’s from summary to
opinion. support reviewer’s
opinion.

Evaluation of It contains exceptional It contains sufficient and It contains insufficient

Various Aspects and knowledgeable basic knowledge of and unsatisfactory
evaluation of many many aspects of the knowledge of many
aspects of topic. Reader topic. Reader would aspects of the topic.
would view writer as a view writer as a Reader would view
recognizable expert. competent evaluator of writer as an
the topic. incompetent evaluator
of the topic.

Effective Review is strongly Review is organized Review is choppy.

Organization and organized with clear
Flow transitions and logical
connections that create
a sense of being tightly
woven together.
and most transitions Organization is unclear.
and connections are There are few effective
clear, but either transitions.
organization is
somewhat lacking or the
sense of flow is
somewhat abrupt.

Persuasive Writer competently Writer generally utilized Writer incompetently

Strategies utilized many strategies sufficient strategies to used persuasive
to persuade the reader persuade the reader of strategies or
of the value of the item the value of the item underutilized strategies
being reviewed. being reviewed. to persuade the reader of
the value of the item
being reviewed.

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 Vocabulary Student made a highly Student made a Student did not appear to
conscious effort to use generally conscious make a conscious effort
subject specific effort to use subject to use subject specific
vocabulary. Student specific vocabulary. vocabulary. Student
sought out interesting Student sought out some shows poor evidence of
and varied vocabulary interesting and varied interesting and varied
throughout article. vocabulary throughout vocabulary throughout
article. article.
Sentence Every sentence is well The majority of Too many sentences are
Structure and constructed with no sentences are well not well constructed thus
Fluency runon or fragmented constructed with few run- impeding reader
sentence. Each sentence ons or fragmented understanding and
is clear, concise, and sentences. The majority enjoyment. Too many
welldeveloped. Ideas of sentences are clear, sentences are not clear
and concise, and well- and concise. Lack of
details are well supported developed. Ideas and variety of sentence types
through a variety of details are mostly is evident.
sentence types. supported through a
variety of sentence
types.

Enhancements Writer competently used Writer satisfactorily Writer did not use visual
visual enhancements to used visual enhancements/visual
significantly improve the enhancements to elements or the elements
review. generally improve the used detracted from the
review. overall quality of the
review.

Final Evaluation Review offers a clear Conclusion is No conclusion is present.

conclusion, evaluation, satisfactory but lacks
or rating with a clear clear final evaluation or
recommendation to rating.
others.

Total Score ____

Adapted from: Erno, N. J. V. (2017). English for academic and professional purposes. University of Cebu,
Banilad Campus – Senior High School Department.

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Activity 1.1
Make a reaction paper on a film or movie that you have watched in the past. The paper
shall reach at least 250 words. Please refer to the rubrics. You may use the suggested
outline in the module.
(Suggested app to use: MS Word and WPS)

Reaction Paper: Hello, Love, Goodbye

In the title itself, it is obvious that it is about love and I did not fail to think at first that each
scenario has a hidden eagerness and the flow of events is really awful. “Hello, Love, Goodbye”,
was first released on July 13, 2019 and it is a Philippine romantic drama film produced by Star
Cinema. Film events were shot and screened in Hong Kong led by director Cathy Garcia-Molina
starring Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards who are said to be the two of the biggest names
in the field of acting. The story revolves around the life of Joy Fabregas who graduated as a
nurse and now ventures as a domestic helper in Hong Kong and Ethan Del Rosario who is a
bartender and is constantly striving to change the course of his life for his dream of having his
own bar. The reflection of reality as overseas workers in the person of Joy has been shown
where problems faced by a worker abroad are outlaid. It emphasizes the importance of having
respect for one’s decision as well as weighing between choosing to stay with a love one or
leaving someone to fulfill one’s own dream.
Joy is just one of the thousands of overseas workers who bravely enter illegal activities just
to support the needs of their family. The movie points out that every second is very important
and it is a responsibility that they need to cope because the phrase, “if you’ll stop, you’ll starve”
proves it. It is clearly shown in the movie scenarios that Joy never runs out of work and it is sad
to think that some of their family members are unaware that they are suffering too much. It
made me realize that it is not because you have completed your course that is also the job set
for you in the future. Joy is the face of woman with ambition who continue strive to finish her
contract because according to one of her lines, “I’m more than this job, I’m more and I want to
be more.” One of the breathtaking scenarios in the film is the conversation where Ethan
objected to Joy’s plan to leave Hong Kong. I understand Ethan why he just objected to Joy like
that, he used to be a carefree person and even his dream in life he did not know. However, all
of that has changed since Joy came into his life. Sometimes we will be surprised that someone
will come to testify the word, love and that will be the reason we hold on to someone yet we
must also respect our love ones and let them do the things they want to fulfill. Joy and Ethan’s
character is proof that love can continue even they are far from each other. The movie was very
tearful and it is not only for people with families working abroad but also it is an instrument
intended for millennials. It emphasizes the choice between two important things (dreams or love
ones) where you have to surrender one to accomplish the chosen decision.
The movie tells the hard work and sacrifice of every overseas Filipino worker who
relentlessly fills their responsibilities with their family and becomes a reason for them not to do
what they want in their own life. Joy Fabregas’s character reflects the fact that so many Filipinos
put aside personal desires and put family first. The message of Hello, Love, Goodbye is simple
and it is to have freewill and give yourself a chance to do the things you want to try and reach.

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Lastly, think of the phrase implied by the film, “no matter how many reasons you may have to
stay and give up on your dreams and even it includes the people you love in the end, choosing
yourself is still the most fulfilling decision you can make.”

References:
https://www.cinemaescapist.com/2019/09/review-hello-love-goodbye-movie
https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/08/02/19/movie-review-hello-love-goodbye-is-more-
than-a-love-story
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hello,_Love,_Goodbye
https://filipinotimes.net/entertainment/2019/08/10/5-lessons-hello-love-goodbye/

Activity 1.2
Do a product review. The product may be a gadget, piece of clothing or garment, or any
item that you are using. Please refer to the rubrics and make sure to include the
following parts:
 Introduction – What is the product about? What are its features?
 Review – How does the product compare with its counterparts or other brands?
 Recommendation – Will you recommend consumers to purchase the item? Why
or why not?
(Suggested app to use: MS Word and WPS)

Product Review: Colgate Total Toothpaste

Toothpaste is a type of cosmetic product that is considered as an essential component of
hygiene. It can be a pastes or gel dentifrice applied to a toothbrush which is used to maintain
the cleanliness and health of the teeth. It is important to be wise when purchasing toothpaste
because it plays a big part in brushing teeth to remove dirt or leftover food from teeth or even
gums, it prevents tooth decay, and controls the proliferation of bacteria in mouth. If we only talk

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about toothpaste, of course choose the trustworthy brand and that is Colgate toothpaste. It is
said to be the top toothpaste in the world with features including; long lasting freshness, tartar
control, enamel strengthening, and sensitivity relief.

For more than 20 years, Colgate Total has been the trusted toothpaste for healthy teeth as
well as gums and anywhere in the world, it is the brand recommended by the dentist. According
to the study, Colgate is uniquely composed of 0.3% of the antibacterial triclosan which is
resistant plaque germs. It has 32 variations and it is superior to other brands for having unique
feature that fight plaque. In choosing the toothpaste to use, Colgate Total is a good choice
because it can definitely fight plaque for up to 12 hours where the formula is very effective in
fighting gingivitis. Gingivitis is a common form of pain on person’s gums that can cause
irritation, redness, and swelling of your gums even the gum area around the base of your teeth.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of American adults
aged 30 and over have severe periodontal disease and 75% of American adults suffer from
gingivitis and Colgate total is said to have been the answer to that. Another special feature of
Colgate total is that it only the toothpaste has this unique triclosan or Gantrez copolymer
system. In addition, it contains fluoride ingredient for protection against cavities, effective in
reducing tartar which helps provide long lasting breath protection.

As a consumer who has been relying on Colgate Total toothpaste for over a decade, I have
wholeheartedly recommended Colgate not only because of my experiences but also because of
real benefit it brings to our teeth. Colgate Total has been thoroughly studied and clinically
proven to work better than other brands of toothpaste. It lifts the reduction of germs that can
cause gum disease and has been proven in the clinic that it provides 12 hours protection
against plaque germs. There are so many benefits of Colgate in our mouth and in fact, it is the
only toothpaste that has been awarded a Seal of Acceptance from the American Dental
Association for its inherent features. Additionally, Colgate Total is the number 1 most frequently
recommended and personally used toothpaste by dentists. I am one of those who trust it and
continue to recommend that other people use it as well because I believed that Colgate has
undergone thorough study that will be the answer to make our every smile even better.

References:

https://ericssondental.com/top-toothpastes-dentists-recommend/

https://investor.colgatepalmolive.com/news-releases/news-release-details/colgater-makes-its-
best-toothpaste-even-better-new-whitening

https://www.colgateinvestors.co.in/news/upgrade-to-whole-mouth-health-with-the-new-colgate-
total-toothpaste/

https://www.colgate.com.my/app/ColgateTotal/MY/Faqs.cvsp

https://www.colgate.com.colgate.com/en-za/oral-health/basics/selecting-dental-
products/colgate-total-triclosan

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Lesson 2: Writing the Concept Paper

Activity 2.1

Read the text below and answer the questions that follow.

Every Filipina is a source of endless possibilities. Her person embraces the roles
of responsible daughter, steadfast sister, generous aunt, indifferent employee,
consistent ex-lover, bill settler, a person who knows exactly how to uncomplicate
matters for each member of the family; yet she knows not how to identify what she
has long wanted for herself. She may have won the battle against men for equal
opportunity; but, she has lost and forgotten the spirit that drove her to win the battle.
She can hardly recognize herself, perhaps, who she had been, as an individual who
once has an underrated self-image. But declining economy remains clear to her.
Now, her true objective in her display of deliberate obsession to fair in the
formerly man’s world then needs disambiguation. Did she fight for self-actualization
because she wanted to pursue a career in the field of her choice or, did she fight for
the inadequacies of men in her family that cripple its function? Her present actions
seemingly prove her presence for the latter. Perhaps she thinks of herself as messiah,
and uses the same strength and freedom that she has acquired from her battle for
equality to save and rescue her family. She has become indifferent to her needs again
– caged, caged in her pretense. She flaunts her strength, her talents, her unwavering
confidence; she uses her resources and takes responsibility of her family; she
exercises her freedom to penetrate fields she can be good at; she works hard for
others and forgets about her own self, again. She has turned into an unimaginably
powerful person, who does everything she can possibly think of and defies anyone
who challenges her otherwise. She is the spirit who overshadows even the real
person within herself. She has enough compassion for her family; yet, she has not left
any for herself.

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 1. What concept is being explained in this piece?

 The abilities and willingness of a woman to whom she devotes

unparalleled efforts to fulfill family roles and responsibilities.

2. What examples are given to explain the concept?

It provides scenarios or descriptions to explain the concept which states the

following:
 “Perhaps she thinks of herself as messiah, and uses the same
strength and freedom that she has acquired from her battle for
equality to save and rescue her family.”
 “She has become indifferent to her needs again – caged, caged in
her pretense.”
 “She flaunts her strength, her talents, her unwavering confidence;”
 “she uses her resources and takes responsibility of her family;”
 “she exercises her freedom to penetrate fields she can be good at;”
 “she works hard for others and forgets about her own self, again.”
 “She has turned into an unimaginably powerful person, who does
everything she can possibly think of and defies anyone who
challenges her otherwise.”
 “She is the spirit who overshadows even the real person within
herself.”

3. Do these examples reflect realities in life?

 Yes, all the examples or situations mentioned reflect the reality of

life. And I said that because that is the image I see and follow in
every effort of my mother every day just to elevate us as her child
where she continues to strengthen her femininity for our family.

(Suggested app to use: Chat Message (Messenger), MS Word and WPS)

Lesson 3: Writing the Position Paper

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Activity 3.1
Read the text below and answer the questions that follow.

Paper Bags and Their Effects on the Environment

By Audrey Chua-Unsu

An advantage paper bags have over plastic ones is the fact that paper is
produced from a renewable source: trees. On the other hand, plastics are processed
from depleting resources such as fossil fuels and crude oil (Ross & Evans, 2002).
What is not commonly known though is that plastic bags are actually manufactured
from the byproduct of refining crude oil, allowing for the optimization of the resource,
and is furthermore beneficial because the excess gases from the refining process is
consumed rather than simply thrown into the environment (Cadman, et al., 2005), but
this does not alter the fact that renewable sources are more sustainable compared to
non-renewable ones. These depleting resources are very limited and are more likely to
be consumed faster, especially because they have numerous other functions including
acting as fuel for cars. But then, although paper bags are more manufactured from a
renewable source, the process of cutting down trees destroys plants and animals
(Muthu, et al., 2010). The cutting down of trees means the reduction of carbon dioxide
absorbers, and processing these trees as a raw material contribute to the emission of
carbon dioxide.
Studies commonly use the life cycle analysis methodology in assessing the
environmental impacts of both bags. Life cycle analysis is an evaluation tool that
comprises of four aspects namely: goal and definition, inventory analysis, impact
analysis, and interpretation (Sevitz, et al., 2003). Most studies analyze the life cycle of
bags from its production to its disposal or the so called “cradle-to-grave” analysis.
Muthu, et al. (2010) concluded in their study that the disposal of these bags make a
difference on how much impact a bag has on the environment. The results of their
study showed that reusing bags is the best option to come up with the least carbon
footprint values as reusing a bag allows its maximization and allows for it to be used
until the end of its cycle. Reusing bags at least four times “give the greatest
environmental impacts of types of carrier bags” (Bell & Cave, 2011).

1. What are the main claims presented in the paragraphs?

 Paper bags from renewable sources have advantages over plastic

bags however both paper and plastic bags have an environmental
impact.

2. How are these supported?

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  The text is supported by providing evidence and presenting an
explanation using credible sources such as citations by various
writers to support the claims.

3. What evidences are used to support these claims?

The text used evidence from the study of writers such as;

 “On the other hand, plastics are processed from depleting resources
such as fossil fuels and crude oil (Ross & Evans, 2002).”
 “What is not commonly known though is that plastic bags are
actually manufactured from the byproduct of refining crude oil,
allowing for the optimization of the resource, and is furthermore
beneficial because the excess gases from the refining process is
consumed rather than simply thrown into the environment (Cadman,
et al., 2005)”
 “But then, although paper bags are more manufactured from a
renewable source, the process of cutting down trees destroys plants
and animals (Muthu, et al., 2010)”.
 “Life cycle analysis is an evaluation tool that comprises of four
aspects namely: goal and definition, inventory analysis, impact
analysis, and interpretation (Sevitz, et al., 2003).”
 “Most studies analyze the life cycle of bags from its production to its
disposal or the so called “cradle-to-grave” analysis. Muthu, et al.
(2010)”
 “Reusing bags at least four times “give the greatest environmental
impacts of types of carrier bags” (Bell & Cave, 2011). “

(Suggested app to use: Chat Message (Messenger), MS Word and WPS)

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