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Teacher-made Learner’s Home Task

English 10
Quarter 2 Week 7

I. MELC Employ the techniques in public speaking in a sample public speaking situation

II. Objective/s Knowledge: employ analytical listening in problem solving;

Skills: differentiate the types of listening;
Values/Attitude: give reasons for doing analytical listening.
III. Subject Matter
Employing Analytical Listening in Problem Solving
References
IV. Procedure A. Pre-test
True or False: Read the sentences about listening carefully. Write True if the sentence is correct and False if
it is incorrect.
________ 1. Appropriateness in language use means knowing what to say about something, how to say it, to
whom, where and when to say it.
_________2. Students are told beforehand what to pay attention to in a listening task so that the students
know what is expected of them.
_________3. In a formal conversation, it is natural for the speaker to repeat words, paraphrase or correct
himself at some points.
_________4. Analytical listening is called for when viewing TV ads, listening to debates and in problem-
solving situations.
_________5. As a listener, you seldom quote the exact words of the speaker unless you find a word, a
phrase, or statement in what was said worth quoting.

Readings

Listening is attending to what you consider important. It is trying to get the meaning of what you hear. To
listen successfully to spoken language, you need to be able to work out what speakers mean when they use
particular words in particular ways in particular situations. The important thing about listening is getting the
message and interpreting it. Why listen? There are five main reasons why do people listen. 1. To be able to
engage in social rituals - As a social being, a man usually engages in social rituals such as exchanging
pleasantries, engaging in small talk, attending meetings, and the like.

2. To get information - In school, students have to listen attentively to get important ideas from a
discussion/lesson. 3. To be able to respond to “controls.” - There is a need for an attentive listening to be able
to follow directions and instructions given orally. 4. To respond to feelings - It is necessary to listen with
empathy to understand what a person means and how he or she feels. This situation occurs when one listens
to complaints or secrets. 5. To enjoy - Listening enables us to share a good laugh with others as when we
exchange jokes. It could also serve as a source of pleasure when we listen to music and oral interpretation of
literary pieces.

How do people listen

Listening can be classified into several types, depending on how you pay attention to what is being said or
heard.

 Marginal/passive listening- Also called hearing or auding, the listener hears the sounds, often in
the background, but simply ignores them because he or she is engrossed in another task.

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  Attentive listening-The listener focuses attention and shows interest in what is being said. He or
she takes note of the specifics and how they relate to the main points made by the speaker.

 Critical/Analytical listening-In this type of listening, one has to decide on the truth of ideas, pass
judgment on claims made and make decisions on whether to accept what she or he hears, reject it,
or take it with a grain of salt.

 Appreciative listening- Thus, type of listening gives the listener the pleasure, maybe from the
humor, or the blending of voices in choric arrangements.

Moreover, Analytical or critical listening plays a big part in our everyday undertakings because it is all
about the ability and the capacity to analyze what is being said properly. This does not only mean what the
other person is saying and what they mean to say but also being able to divide difficult questions into
separate parts to get the core. It helps bring balance to a conversation and process the information
objectively.

“Taking Notes of House Rules”

You are going to listen carefully to a recorded dialog entitled “Taking Notes of House Rules.” The dialog
involves Jane, a new boarder of Aling Cita, a very meticulous lady. Her room is on the second floor of a new
apartment building.

In this listening activity, you are going to study the picture as well, and answer the activity that follows, in
your activity notebook.

Here is the script of their dialog.

Jane: Well, it’s a lovely room. Its size is just right for me.
Aling Cita: Oh, yes. It’s a good-sized room, and it’s well-furnished.
Jane: Yes. I can see that. Is there anything I should know?
Aling Cita: Well, I don’t allow the cat to go upstairs at all.
Jane: Oh. Not at all?
Aling Luz: Absolutely not! I don’t like cats upstairs. And I don’t allow people to
smoke in the bedroom.
Jane: That’s okay with me. I don’t smoke anyway.
Aling Cita: I don’t allow people to stick up pictures on the wall with tape. You see, when you
take the pictures down, the scotch tape or masking tape leaves marks on the wall.
Jane: Oh, I see. Can I use thumbtacks instead?
Aling Cita: Oh, yes. Something like that. But do not use big nails. They leave
holes on the wall. Then, if you go out, please remember to close the
window.
Jane: Right! I’ll do that.
Aling Cita: And there’s a kettle for you to boil water in. Place it on the floor and
Not on the chest of drawers or cabinet.
Jane: I know. It will leave a mark, especially if it is hot. Is there anything else?
Aling Cita: One last thing- please keep your room tidy. Hang your clothes and
see to it that your books and papers should be on the table or shelf.
Jane: All right, Aling Cita. I’ll try to remember all you said to me.

1. Identify and list down the rules given by Aling Luz which have not been
followed.

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 Read the following statements carefully; identify what type of listening activity it falls. Write your answer in
your activity notebook.

1. Enjoying the music played over the radio without understanding the words
2. Discussing a problem that is described orally and writing down a
suggested solution
3. Interpreting implied information, attitude, and intention
4. Getting the gist of a talk
5. Paying attention selectively and continuously varying the level of
awareness while engaged in other tasks simultaneously
6. Rewriting the listening text in different works; either in the same
language or in another translation
7. Performing actions in response to instructions given orally
8. Making judgments about which content to select for remembering
9. Interpreting music through dance
10. Identifying a general topic or information provided in a listening text

Exercise 2:

Listen to the news broadcast on TV, particularly on the pandemic today, the Covid 19
issues, then, supply what is asked for in the table below

What are the issues presented in the news What possible solution can you offer

Application/ A. Read the selection below and encircle the letter of the correct answer
Assessment
Like all the creatures on earth, the spider has an important place in nature. But many people dislike
spiders. Some people believe all spiders are harmful. Only six kinds of spiders in North America like the
black widow have bites that can harm humans. Yet people often sweep spiders and their webs out of the
house when they see them. It is unfortunate because indoors and out, spiders destroy millions of insect pests
each year. In some parts of the world, spiders are brought right into the house and welcomed as superior
flycatchers!

1. Which statement is true according to the selection?

A. Spiders spin thread.
B. Everyone loves spiders.
C. Some people dislike spiders.
D. Spiders are favorite playthings of boys.

Our country is vulnerable to the impact of climate change and global warming, from our tropical
climate, topography and geographic location, population density, socio-economic conditions, and other
factors. With global rise of temperatures posing drastic changes in our climate, our country becomes
more susceptible from its impacts ranging from weather disturbances, flash floods, drought, changes in
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species migration and feeding patterns, increase in illnesses, and many serious consequences. To be
sure, climate changes and global warming are not just environmental issues because they also have
socio-economic implications.

2. Which group of words best states the main idea of the paragraph?
A. Some spiders bite.
B. Some spiders are harmful.
C. Spiders can be raised as pets.
D. Spiders have an important place in nature.

3. What is the appropriate title of the selection?

A. The Global Rise of Temperature
B. The Effects of Global warming
C. The Socio-Economic Implications
D. The Environmental Issues
4. What is the main idea of the selection?
A. Our country experiences climate change.
B. Our country has a tropical climate.
C. Man should take care of the environment.
D. Global warming and climate change have socio-economic effects.
5. Which of the following is NOT an effect of climate change?
A. weather disturbance B. population density
C. flash flood D. drought

B. Read carefully each item below, identify whether it is Exaggeration or

Unsupported Generalization
___________6. The customer is always right.
___________7. Poor people are lazy
___________8. Differences in principles foretell a chaotic relationship
___________9. All success is brought about by good luck
___________10. I will stand for you forever.
___________11. Dogs are the most domesticated of all animals.
___________12. Generally speaking, men are more emotional than women.
___________13. Most people find church boring.
___________14. I will cry a river of tears if you leave me.
___________15. Police officers are corrupt.

Prepared by:

Ma. Joan R. Ferrolino

Subject Teacher

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