English 7

Express One’s
Beliefs/Convictions Based
on a Material Viewed

Quarter 3 - Learning Activity Sheet 5

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Prepared by: Mr. Marjun R. Casas
Subject Teacher

Assisted by: Mr. Collins J. Largo

PSB Teacher

Noted by: Mrs. Elene Marie Jane A. Gamboa, MAED

Principal 1
Great day to you dear learner! In this module you will be accomplishing series of
exercises to help you express your beliefs and convictions. Here, you’ll find some
ideas on how to analyze, share, and apply what you have viewed or read. (EN7VC-
IV-i-16)

After going through this, you are expected to:

a) recognize one’s differences of opinions/convictions;

b) express one’s beliefs/convictions based on a material viewed; and
c) make a stand on a given topic.

Let Us Study Now

Directions: Read the text “The Universals” by Dr. Cleofe M. Bacungan and find out
how you can be of help in connecting and reaching out to the other parts of the
world. Highlighted words will guide you in understanding the text below.

The Universals
Dr. Cleofe M. Bacungan

Different cultures vary in their ethical manifestations. There are prohibitions

about food, especially meat and styles of clothing. Status of women differs. Free
enterprise and socialism have different economic values. There are values of hiya
and pakikisama, expressing the Filipino’s manner of communication and behavior.
These are actual modes of conduct-subjective and situational. Their attitude depends
on the accepted practices and ways of behavior of a given people at a given time. But
beneath such diversity, there is a clear convergence on some basic values which
can truly be called universals. No culture tolerates indiscriminate lying, stealing, or
violence within the group. Incest is taboo by all cultures. Health, safety, productivity,
efficiency, integrity, freedom, justice, beauty, love, family, solidarity, and respect for
the dignity of man are valid for all mankind at all times.

Here are statements from various philosophical sources, which while stated
different share a common principle – respect other people and treat them fairly.

Buddhism: “Hurt others with that which pains you.”

Christianity: “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you.”
Confucianism: “Is there any maxim which ought to be acted upon
throughout one’s whole life? Surely the maxim of loving
kindness is such: Do not do unto others what you would not they should do unto you.”
Judaism: “What is hurtful to yourself, do not do to your fellow
beings.”
Islam: “Love for the people what you love for yourself and you will be a believer.”
Taoism: “Regard your neighbor’s lost as your lost.”

Confucius as someone interested in politics established five constant virtues

that believed must be used in governance.
Benevolence: “…always think first of what is good for the people.”
Righteousness: “…do not do to your subject what you would not want
them to do if you were on their place.”
Propriety: “…always behave with courtesy and respect towards your subject.”
Wisdom: “…be guided by the knowledge and understanding.”
Sincerity: “be sincere and thoughtful in all you do.”
Source: RBS Series of English New Horizons in Learning English III First Edition 1999
Assessment

A. Based on your understanding of the text, answer the following questions. Write
your answers in a 1-whole intermediate paper.

1. What is the message of the text? (3 pts.)

2. Why is it important to value other people? (3 pts.)

3. What can be your best contribution to make the world united as one? (4 pts.)

B. Write the word and its correct definitions in your paper.

References

Bacungan, Cleofe. The Universals

English 7 Learner’s Material (Book); pp 484-493
RBS Series of English New Horizons in Learning English III First Edition 1999
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