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ENGLISH
First Quarter – Module 1

SDO TAGUIG CITY AND PATEROS

Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and evaluated by the

Development and Quality Assurance Teams of SDO TAPAT to assist you in
helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while
overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing
them to manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage
and assist the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
For the learner:

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities
for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be
enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active
learner.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part
of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let’s Try before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through
with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you
are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning
and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

Let’s Learn

This module focuses on the use of context clues in determining word meaning.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. identify context clues and types of context clues (synonyms, antonyms,
restatements, definitions, examples);
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 2. explain how context clues help readers clarify meaning of words in a text;
3. determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local
culture using context clues; and
4. arrange the scrambled words to form complete sentences.

Let’s Try

Directions: Circle the letter that corresponds to the meaning of the underlined
word as used in context.

1. Fortunately, the explosion diverted the asteroid from a course that

would have sent it hurdling into our planet.
a. changed the direction of c. looked for high waves
b. jumped into a dry river d. looked through a telescope
2. Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into your skin until it’s
invisible. It will inhibit the infection’s attempt to spread.
a. Help b. assist c. aid d. clog
3. I believe that we are coming more and more to the conviction that no
Filipino has the right to be considered educated unless he is prepared
and ready to take an active and useful part of the work, life, and
progress of our country as well as in the progress of the world.” ---
Francisco Benitez
a. sureness b. doubt c. uncertainty d. distrust
4 Excessive use of mobile phones is hazardous. It is safe only when you
limit yourself in using them.
a. innocent b. serious c. harmless d. dangerous
5. The Epic of Gilgamesh is a 3,200-year-old account of the mythological
hero- king Gilgamesh’s exploits. It is one of the oldest works of
literature in the world. The first modern translation of Gilgamesh’s
impressive adventures was made in the 1880s by George Smith.
In the context of this passage, what is the meaning of the word exploits?
a. extraordinary deeds c. hidden acts
b. abusive undertakings d. unexplained actions

Lesson Determining Meaning Using

1 Context Clues

Let’s Elaborate
One thing good about reading is we get to know people, places and
events. But reading is beyond enjoyable if you do not understand or
comprehend the reading selection. One of the reasons why a reader cannot
comprehend a text is his/her inability to understand some vocabulary words
found in the text.
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 Let us recall our lessons on context clues to determine the meaning of
a word or phrase you are not familiar with. These clues can be found in the
words and sentences surrounding the unknown word or phrase.
Learning the meaning of a word through its use in a sentence or
paragraph is the most practical way to build vocabulary, since a dictionary
is not always available when a reader like you, encounter an unknown word.
You must be aware that many words have several possible meanings. You
should rely on context clues when a visible clue to meaning is provided, or
when only a general sense of the meaning is needed for your purposes as a
reader. Context clues are hints that an author gives to help define a difficult
or unusual word. “Context” literally means “within” the text. Context clues
are found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that a reader can use to
understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words.

Types of Context Clues

TYPE DESCRIPTION SIGNAL EXAMPLE

WORDS
1. Definition -The author -is,are -A pandemic is an
provides a -is/are called outbreak of a disease
direct -is/areknown as that occurs over a wide
definition of -is defined as geographic area.
an unfamiliar -means,refers to
word in a
sentence.
-The word is
defined directly
and clearly in
the sentence in
which it
appears.
2. Synonyms The author - commas, -The mountain pass
uses a word semicolon; was a tortuous road,
having the dashes- winding and twisting
same or nearly parenthesis ( ) like a snake around
the same -or, that is, or in the trees of the
meaning as other words mountainside.
another word “tortuous” means
or other words “winding and twisting”
in a sentence.
3. Antonyms The author -but, however, -When the light
uses another although, brightens, the pupil of
word or phrase unless, the eyes
that means the otherwise, contract;however,
opposite of an instead of,on when it grows
unfamiliar the other darker,they dilate.
word. hand,unlike,on “dilate means the
the contrary opposite of contract”

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 4. Example The author -for example, -Celestial
provides -for instance bodies,including the
examples or -including sun, moon, and stars,
additional -such as have fascinated man
explanation or -specifically through the centuries.
summaries to -to illustrate “celestial” objects are
help you those in the sky
understand an or heavens.
unfamiliar word.
You may watch videos to learn more about context clues while eating your
favorite snacks!
You should rely on context clues when an obvious clue to meaning is
provided when only a general sense of the meaning is needed for the reader’s
purposes. Context clues should not be relied upon when a precise meaning is
required, when clues suggest several possible definitions, when nearby words are
unfamiliar, and when the unknown word is a common one that will be needed
again; in these cases, a dictionary should be consulted.
Here are four helpful strategies to get the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
• Look for the general sentence or passage (combined with your
prior knowledge)
• Look for the synonyms or restated definitions of the unfamiliar word.
• Look for the examples of the unfamiliar word given in the passage.
• Look for the familiar words or ideas used to compare or contrast with
the unfamiliar word.

Let’s Dig In

You can often make a good guess about the meaning of an unfamiliar
word. How? By studying the new word’s “context” (the other words in the
sentence).

Directions: First, circle the non-essential word in each sentence. Then use
context clues to help you decide the most likely meaning of the word by choosing
your answer from the box below.
Example: Unemployed people become discouraged when there are few krinks
available. Answer: jobs
1. The head of the Human Resources Department often places help wanted
ads in wakruk section of the newspaper.
2. Some advertisers use celebrities and catchy slogans in shoaty sales
campaign.
3. Prospective employers are most interested in hearing about your bromps
and accomplishments.
4. When retail prices fall, revmoc spending increases.
5. Unlike gas or liquid, the form of a torgeb maintains its shape unless it is
forcefully changed

solid lavish economical manager classified reward

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 Let’sEvaluate

A. Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the chosen letter on the
space provided before the number.

1. The words hot and cold would be considered .

a. Synonyms b. definition c. antonyms d. example

2. Martha loves her father, but she wonders why she is so organized when
he was so haphazard. A person who is haphazard is .
a. lovable b. clean c. disorganized d. neat

3. When a headache begins, it is important to treat symptoms. There are

many different pain relievers that will alleviate the symptoms associated
with a minor headache. It is important to discuss with you doctor various
options before beginning any kind of medication. What does the word
alleviate mean?
a. relieve b. harm c. injure d. aggravate

4. My sister is one of the most gregarious people alive. In fact, wherever she
goes, she can strike a conversation with many people. She told me that
her biggest fear is being alone because people bring her so much
happiness. What does gregarious mean?
a. aloof b. sociable c. antisocial d. reserved

5. A combination of fog and industrial smoke, called smog, has vitiated the
air in and around many big cities. What does the underlined word mean?
a. purified b. darkened c. cleansed d. reduced

B. Directions: Read each incomplete sentence. Arrange the scrambled word

inside the parenthesis by looking at highlighted words as your clues.

Example: Our company strictly prohibits, or (BRIDOFS) FORBIDS

smoking in the workplace.

1. When you shake hands in greeting, you should (PRIG) the other
person’s hand firmly.

2. If you (YAP) your employees well, you are compensating them

adequately.

3. The massive shipping carton was almost too (VAYHE) for the
forklift.

4. I appreciate Martha’s (FRIEB) email message because it was

short and straight to the point.

5. We didn’t realize how (DURE) Ben could be until we overheard his

discourteous remarks.

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References

Comics from www.youtube.com/watch?v=6spWj7Ol3x0

Definitions of Context Clues. Retrieved March 10, 2016, from

https://sites.google.com/site/wabwow29/chapter-3-context-clues/1-meaning-
of- context-clues

Getting Meaning from Context Clues (2004) from www.sdlback.com

Philippine indigenous stronghold, traditions keep COVID-19 at

bay.news.mongabay.com/2020/0

Quinley, Elliott. 2004. Building Vocabulary Skills and Strategies, Copyright by

Saddleback Educational Publishing,Inc.

Development Team of the Module

Writer: NIREZA D. MAGSISI
Editors:
Content Evaluator: JOVITO G. PANAGA JR.
Language Evaluator: ALMA ALMEROL

Content Validators: JOVITO G. PANAGA JR., ALMA U. ALMEROL,

MARY ANN T. ROBIE, ANGELUS B. SALESPARA,
SHEILA C. CRUZ, LORNA R. ARTUZ AND HAROLD K. TAGUBA

Illustrator: ABIGAIL R. SADANG

Layout Artist: ABIGAIL R. SADANG
Management Team: DR. MARGARITO B. MATERUM, SDS
DR. GEORGE P. TIZON, SGOD Chief
DR. ELLERY G. QUINTIA, CID Chief
MR. NOEL T. BALUBAL, EPS- ENGLISH
DR. DAISY L. MATAAC, EPS – LRMS/ALS

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