Self-Learning Activity (SLA) w/ RBI for English 10
Teacher: Kay F. Belga
School: TUBARAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Name: _______________________________________
Year and Section: _____________Score: _______
MELCs - EN10WC-IIa13.1: Identify features and parts of
an argumentative essay
I. Specific Objective for the Day:
1. Identify the language of research, campaigns and
advocacies.
II. References: English 10 SELF-LEARNING
MODULES, English Book & Internet
III. Development of the Lesson:
Direction: Complete the sentence in each item by
encircling the correct modal.
1. As law- abiding citizens of our country, we (may,
must, will) obey the rules and regulations
set by the government.
2. During this time of pandemic, the Philippine
government set different rules and regulations
that we (may, must, will) follow.
3. Our obedience to the said rules (might, should,
will) help in the prevention of the spread of the
disease.
4. Region 02 is one of the areas put under the
General Community Quarantine. Under this,
50- 100% of selected establishments (may, must,
will) open subject to the health standards.
5. However, if you are living with your family and one
of the members is pregnant, elder aged 60
years old and above and younger siblings aged 20
and below, they (may, might, will) not be
allowed to go out because they are more prone to
acquire the disease according to the health
experts.
Language Features of an Argumentative Text
I. Uses of Modals
Modals are used as auxiliary or helping verbs with
special functions.
The following are examples of modals which you can
use in strengthening your positions/ arguments when
making an argumentative text.
Should- used for advice and recommendations.
Example: You should observe proper personal
hygiene in order to avoid from getting
sick.
Must – used for orders, suggestions, required action and
very strong advice.
Example: You must wear a face mask whenever
you are going to go out from
your house.
May- suggests that something is possible.
Example: You may become what you wish to be if
you will work for it.
Might- suggests a weaker possibility.
Example: Some of your decisions might affect
your future.
Will- express willingness and intentions. It is also use to
announce a decision at the moment that one
makes it.
Example: Being obedient and responsible
towards your actions will help you
become successful someday.
🧐Add-on to Learning. Modal adverbs are also used
to add conviction to your claim.
Examples of modal adverbs are certainly, absolutely,
probably, usually and definitely.
IV. Exercises
Complete the sentence in each item by encircling the
correct modal.
1. Only one person, aging 20-59 years old (may, must,
will) go out and buy their basic necessities. Wearing
face masks and observing social distancing (may, must,
should) be observed when going out.
2. As a student and a citizen of our country, you (can,
may, will) spread awareness to other people about
how we can solve the problem that we are facing.
3. Writing a reminder post, sharing truthful information
and educating yourself in order for you to educate
also others like the immediate members of your family
(may, must, will) be a great help in the fight
against this pandemic.
4. Aside from these, you (can, might, should) share an
inspirational quote, poem or song, make an
inspirational video, draw appreciation images or utter a
sincere prayer to God can help and inspire others
to remain strong and have a positive mindset.
5. Remember, Dr. Jose Rizal believed that learners like
you are the hope of this country. Simple and small
acts and words from you (can, might, will) make a
difference.
V. Evaluation
Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction to
complete the thought of the sentence. Choose your
answer from the given conjunctions.
also although as a result
because but usually
1. Looking for one another and other creatures here on earth is
a shared responsibility among us ______________ we are
called to be good stewards of creation.
2. Learners like you are also stewards. Each steward is
different from one another. ____________ you are different
from one another in terms of religion, ethnicity and
culture, you are called to look for each other’s welfare and
safety.
3. _________________, you think that you need to be rich or
popular to make a difference in our country
_______________, you can use whatever God-given talent,
gift or intelligence that you have to help other people
most especially the less fortunate.
4. Being a good steward ______________ means taking care
of other creations around us
like the natural resources whether these are the plants
in your school, river in your town or your house pets.
5. Doing things that will not harm the environment like
observing proper waste disposal can lead to a
better planet for us. __________________ we can live
healthier and happier.