11

Reading and Writing

Quarter 3, LAS 4:
Properties of a Well-Written Text
(Organization)

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Creative Non-Fiction– Grade 11 Quarter 3 – LAS 4: Reading and Writing

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Development Team of the Module

Writer : ROSALLE B. NERY, TII

Editor : JOVELYN A. FLORECE, TIII

Reviewer : DARCY GUY Y. MAŃEBO, EPS

Illustrator : ROSALLE B. NERY, TII

Layout Artist: ROSALLE B. NERY, TII

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 LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET 4

Name of Student: ____________________________________________________________

Learning Area – Grade Level: ________________________________________________

Date: ______________________________________________________________________

I. INTRODUCTORY CONCEPT
In the previous LAS, you have been equipped with the knowledge of proper
language use, mechanics, and coherence and cohesion. In this activity sheet, you will now
learn the last property of a well-written text: organization.
II. LEARNING SKILLS FROM THE MELCs
Evaluate a written text based on its properties (organization, coherence and
cohesion, language use and mechanics)
Specific objectives:
After doing the activities in this LAS, you are expected to be able to:
a. Identify the properties of a well-written text (EN11/12RWS-IIIgh-4)
b. Revise faulty and weak paragraph
c. Evaluate text based on its organization (EN11/12RWS-IIIgh-4.1).
III. ACTIVITIES
Text organization refers to the way a text is organized that helps to
guide the reader logically through it. This property makes a text readable
and its message clear. It is achieved when ideas are logically and
accurately arranged. Organization can be achieved through the following
techniques:
 Physical format
 Signal words
 Structure
Activity 1 Let’s Practice!
Read the guidelines below in writing with proper organization and do the task at the
end of each guideline.
1. Physical Format
Physical format is an aspect of text organization that is immediately apparent to the
readers. It is seen in how the text physically appears like headings and subheadings, bullet
points or font emphasis (bold, italics, colored, etc.).

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 Example:

(See images sources in references)

The first example shows how physical format appears in formal writings like essays
or research, while the rest shows how physical format plays in different posters or
advertisements. The physical format makes your written text appealing to your readers.
Make sure that when you’re writing, specifically for academic purposes, that you know the
prescribed format (e.g. font styles, margins, paper size). Below are examples of improper
physical format.

Example:

Source: Bev Matthews,Transforming Perceptions of Learning Disability Nursing, Apr 14,

2019,https://www.slideshare.net/BevMatthews/transforming-perceptions-of-learning-disability-nursing

Try This!
Why do you think that the examples above are considered to have improper physical
format?

2. Signal Words

Signal words, better known as transitional words, are textual cues that readers can
use to follow a text. They can “signal” the transition from one point to another, the ordering
of events and concepts, or the writer’s chosen text type (e.g., linear narration, question and
answer).

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Below are some example of signal words (transitional word) and how to use them.
Use Signal/ Transitional Words Example

Agreement/ In addition, again, and, also, moreover, Computers perform difficult and
Addition/ likewise, not only…but also,of course, timesaving mathematical
Similarity furthermore computations, as well as
problems in logic and reasoning.
Opposition/ In contrast, different from, after all, but, Despite the health risk, many
Limitation/ unlike, yet, while, instead, despite, Filipinos choose to work than to
Contradiction however, rather, nevertheless, stay at home.
whereas
Cause/ as long as, unless, when, whenever, in Face to face learning will be
Condition/ the event that, provided that, due to, allowed in the event that the
Purpose given that, because of vaccine for COVID-19 is
available.
Examples/ In other words, truly, indeed, including, Truly, Japanese cuisines like
Support/ surprisingly, to repeat, to clarify, to tempura, ramen, and sushi,
Emphasis explain, surely, for this reason, that is including their wasabi dishes,
to say, including, like are very well accepted by
Filipino palate.
Effect/ As a result, in that case, for, thus, Atherosclerosis is the result of
Consequence/ then, hence, consequently, therefore, the buildup of fat, fibrin, parts of
Result thereupon, accordingly. henceforth dead cells, and calcium on the
inside of the arteries.
Conclusion/ As can be seen, generally speaking, in Generally speaking, signal
Summary/ the final analysis, all things words are used to give hint to
Restatement considered, in brief, all in all, in fact, the readers of what is about to
overall, after all, on balance, to happen in the text.
summarize

Try This!

Fill in the blank with appropriate signal/ transitional word.

a. The insect repellent didn't work; _____, Tom will need to use more extreme
measures.
b. One reason people have dogs s for companionship; ____is for protection.
3. Structure

You are already familiar that any written text should have an introduction, body, and
conclusion, right? Still, putting ideas in the right part is a challenge.
Tips for an Organize Structure:

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  Introduction-- Your introduction should have your thesis statement (your standpoint
or argument). It should also give a brief background regarding your topic. The goal is
to make sure your reader will be hooked in reading your entire essay or research.
 Body- This is where you're going to state your supporting details regarding your
topic. It should be well-organized from the least important to the most important
supporting details (or evidence).
 Conclusion- This may have a summary of your main point, a restatement of your
thesis statement, a final message, or a challenge to your reader.
Example:

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Try This!
Print one short essay you can find in the internet. You can also use your old essay as an
alternative. Underline its thesis statement with color red, blue for at least two supporting
statement, and green for the concluding statement.

Activity 2 Let’s Do It!

Analyze the two paragraphs below and answer the guided questions in your paper.

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 Paragraph 1

Thomas Edison was simply the one who created the first commercially viable light bulb. It is
widely believed that he invented the light bulb. What made Edison’s light bulb successful was
his use of carbonized bamboo as the filament. This made the bulb last longer and it was cheap
enough to be available for the masses. He only improved on previous works of inventors who
also worked on the same project. (Barrot, 2016)

Paragraph 2

Although it is widely believed that Thomas Edison invented the light bulb, in reality he
was simply the one who created the first commercially viable light bulb. Along with his team,
Edison improved the previous works of inventors who also worked on the same project.
Compared to previous versions, what made his light bulb successful was his use of carbonized
bamboo as the filament. This made the bulb last longer and it was cheap enough to be available
for the masses (Barrot, 2016).

Guided questions:
1. Which paragraph is physically appealing to read? Why?
2. Which paragraph do you think was able to effectively deliver its message? Why?
3. Which paragraph was confusing? Why do you think so?

IV. EVALUATION
A. Read the paragraph below and answer the following questions.
It is a fact that capital punishment is not a deterrent to crime. Statistics show that in
states with capital punishment, murder rates are the same or almost the same as in states
without capital punishment. It is more expensive to put a person on death row than in life
imprisonment because of the cost of maximum security. Capital punishment has been used
unjustly. Statistics show that every execution is of a man and that nine out of ten are black.
So prejudice shows right through (Jose and Larioque, 2016).
Guided questions:
1. Is the main idea of the text evident to the readers? Why and why not?
2. Does it have a logical organization? Justify your answer.
4. Do the ideas in the text cohesive and coherent? Explain.
5. How will you improve this paragraph?
B. Revise the faulty paragraphs below. Observe the properties of a well-written text
in revising.
Old School vs. New School, How Movies and Books Compare (An excerpt)
By: Erin
Movies are awesome, I mean that they show moving pictures, who wouldn't love that???
But what's even better? Books! They have TONS OF WORDS, and nicely describe a thing. I
believe that books are even more awesome than movies, and I am going to prove it to you.

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 Ever read a book, then watched the movie only to discover that the main character is not at
all like you imagined him or her? Bad casting happens all the time in movies, and sometimes, a
character's look or age is completely wrong. An example of this can be seen in the new Mortal
Instruments, City of Bones movie as well as Percy Jackson (because whoever wrote and
directed that movie totally screwed it up!) In the Mortal Instruments, Jace was not at all like I
imagined him! His hair was too long and dark, and the actor looked like a stick. In the book,
Jace always seemed so strong and muscular, and Cassandra Clare was very clear that his hair
was a white blond color. Messing up character's hair colors seems to be a simple ongoing
mistake in many movies. In the first Percy Jackson, Anna Beth's hair was brown, not blonde,
brown. And every single Percy Jackson reader knows what color her hair should be, so why
couldn't the costume designers figure it out??? Anyways, books are better because they are
the original truth, not some screwed up attempt at a replica.
Hint: These paragraphs were part of generally would be considered poor and too
conversional essay due to the use of colloquial language, words in capital letters,
contractions, personal pronouns, and inappropriate words.
V. ANSWER KEY
Activity 1 Let’s Practice
1. Answer may vary
2. a. therefore b. another c. unless
VI. REFERENCES
Barrot, J. (2016).Principle of Effective Writing. Academic Reading and Writing (for Senior
High School). C & E Publishing Inc.

Grammar & Composition Handbook (2016). McGraw-Hill Education.

Properties of a Well-Written Text. Retrieved 19 June 2020, from
https://www.slideshare.net/aliciamargaretjavelosa/properties-of-a-wellwritten-text-reading-
and-writing?from_action=save
Expository Writing. Retrieved 15 February 2021 at
https://sites.google.com/a/g.coppellisd.com/expository-writing--carrie-erin-katie-aparna-
stephanie/compare-and-contrast/bad-examples
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Curwen Press, "Poster Summer Exibition 1943",Royal Academy of Arts,
https://shop.royalacademy.org.uk/reproductions/all-prints-posters/poster-summer-
exhibition-1943
https://hbicambodia.com/category/how-write-a-paragraph/
Naty Lee, travel traditional Singapore paragraph design template message information
culture aec area, Free Royalty

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Sassyfitnesschick"The Modern Day Snake Oil", The Modern Day Snake Oil, pril 19, 2017,
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https://www.slideshare.net/BevMatthews/transforming-perceptions-of-learning-disability-
nursing

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