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Learning Task No. 1: Elements of Poetry
Directions:
 Read carefully the poem entitle “The Beauty of Philippine Island” written by Elvira
Marchan.
 Analyze the poem and answer the following questions.

The Beauty of Philippine Island

by: Elvira Marchan

The Philippines has a unique history An island empire of the east,

With physical charms and beauty; Vast trees from primeval forest;
Enchanting variety of destiny Luminous rivers and falls as sceneries
Lead along great prosperity. Make attraction of all tourists.

An island emerged at far east, Along the peak of mountain ranges

First-receiver of sun rays; We step the beautiful dikes and plain;
Featuring wide range of excitement I hale the cool breeze of the wind;
Those people wants and desires to visit. Seeing wonder of the flourishing grain.

Known far and wide Millions of species we meet,

As an Island of Paradise Wild animals and colorful birds in pairs, ;
Margin by beige and white beaches, Fresh fruits and vegetables we eat,
Exquisite coral along crystal seas. Harvested from the blessed field.

1. Explain the main idea of the poem.

The main idea of the poem it’s showed the beauty of environment and nature of the
Philippines.

2. Explain the tone or emotion of the poem.

The tone or emotion of the poem is cheerful because in the poem it’s causing
happiness by nature or appearance of Philippines.

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 3. Identify and explain the theme of the poem.
The theme of this poem “The Beauty of Philippine Island” its all about nature, because
in this poem we notice about the how author described the Philippines.
4. What is the Author’s purpose?
I think the purpose of the author is to share the information of beautiful nature of our
country to everyone.
5. Explain what you like about this poem.
I liked this poem because of the meaning of this poem, also the theme because it
shows about how our country is beautiful in terms of nature and environment.

Learning Task No. 2: Elements of Fiction

Directions:
 Read or watch the story entitled “Abadeha: The Philippine Cinderella” by Myrna
J. De La Paz.
 Identify the elements of the story and answer the Story Map below.

Story Map
Characters: (with description)
1. Abadeha
is a kind and hardworking young woman.
2. Abak
father of Abadeha, he is fisherman.
3. Abadesa
She is Abadeha’s mother.
4. Stepmother and two step sisters.
5. Prince and Datu

Setting:
Island of the Philippine, Abadeha’s house and forest

Conflict: The conflict is Abadehas’ stepmother treats her as if she is a peasant.

Type of Conflict: Character vs character

Plot Development:
 Exposition:

In the island called the Philippines, where sea stars bloom in a shimmering

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emerald sea there live. A fisherman named Abak, his wife Abadesa, and her
beautiful daughter Abadeha. Underneath a happy sun and graceful coconut
palms, the house where they lived was castle of the joy to little Abadeha.

 Rising Action:
When Abadeha was thirteen her mother suddenly become ill and died. Abak
father of Abadeha met a widow with two daughters. Stepmother of Abadeha
began treating Abadeha harshly. She made Abadeha work from the morning to
night, cleaning the house, fetching water from the river, cooking all the meals,
and tending the stove.

 Climax:
One day the handsome son of the island chieftain saw a sarimanok. He followed it
to Abadeha’s house secret garden. The prince picked a ring from a branch and
slipped it onto his finger. That evening at home, the prince finger began to swell.

 Falling Action:
By midday he had spread the news to all islands. A great number of unmarried
girls flocked to see the prince, but no one of them could remove the ring

 Denouement:
Abadeha took the prince hand and gently removed the ring from his finger. The
prince was overjoyed and kissed Abadeha’s hands. Abadeha and his prince
shared their happiness and wealth with the people on the island. They enjoyed a
long life of harmony, peace, and love.

Theme:
Love

Point of View:
The point of view or moral lesson of this story is be kind no matter what.

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