Quarter 3 – Module 3

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Chief, Arceli S. Lopez, PhD June D. Cunanan, EPS-I, English
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Introductory Message

Welcome to the Reading and Writing Skills for Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)
Module on Evaluating a Well-Written Text Based on its Properties (organization, coherence and
cohesion, language use and mechanics).

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from public
institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards set
by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in
schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

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.

Welcome to the Reading and Writing Skills for Grade 11 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)
Module on Evaluating a Well-Written Text Based on its Properties (organization, coherence and
cohesion, language use and mechanics).

Writing is one of the macro skills in English. It is often referred as the most challenging one but
it is also important to develop communication skills that can be used in different contexts.
Through writing, you may be able to express your thoughts, ideas, perceptions and opinions.
Therefore, writing is a very powerful tool. Your success in learning and developing your writing
skills lies in your hands.

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.
 This module will assist you to evaluate a well-written text based on its properties
(organization, coherence and cohesion, language and mechanics).
As a student, learning how to evaluate if a text is well-written shows competence.
So, this lesson is a vital key to become proficient in English communication.
The lessons that you have learned previously will also be helpful in accomplishing this
module. You are expected to honestly read, learn and answer in order to master the set forth
competencies.

It is very important for students to know how to evaluate if the text that they are writing
is well-written or not.
The message of the text will not be conveyed properly if the audience do not
understand it.
So, as a student, mastery of the properties of a well-written text will greatly help in
improving their communication skills.
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
Differentiate well-written text from poorly written text;
Evaluate if a text is well-written; and
Write a well-written text.

Read the following statements. Write the letter that corresponds to your
answer in your notebook.

1. How are you going to achieve organization of ideas when writing a text?
A. A paper should be written using Standard English.
B. A writer needs to consider proper word choice.
C. The text should be free of grammatical errors.
D. Each paragraph supports the central idea.

2. Which of the following sentences show appropriate language use?

A. A bad result. C. A negative result.
B. A poor result. D. A debauched result.

3. Which of the following is NOT included as conventions of writing?

A. capitalization C. decimals
B. numerals D. spelling
4. Which from the following words is the correct possessive pronoun used for things?
A. it's
B. its C. hours
D. ours

5. Which from the following sentences follows the correct subject and verb agreement?
A. Neither students nor the cat know how to behave.
B. Either of the dresses look good on me.
C. Four gallons of oil was required to fill the tank.
D. Some milk are spoilt.
 As a writer, you should know the importance of a well-written text because it will be
easier for the readers to understand the message of the text. In this lesson, you will have a better
understanding of the four properties of a well-written text for you to be able to evaluate if
texts are well-written or poorly written.

In the previous lesson, you have learned the properties of a well-written text and on how
you apply them. To test if you master the previous competency, you need to match the
descriptions in column A to the correct property in column B. Write your answers in your
notebook

Column A Column B
1. refers to the arrangement of ideas in a text A. Coherence and cohesion

2. connection of ideas and connection between B. Language use

sentences and paragraphs
3. the conventions of writing used to produce a C. Mechanics
well-written text
4. appropriate use of language when you are writing D. Organization
a text

Look at the two sets of diagrams below. Compare them and answer the guide questions
that follow. Write your answer in your notebook.
Diagram A

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Students are going to

Watch in CLTV 36 or study with the help
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guidance of their
parents.

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Parents will return
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the modules in the
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based on the grade
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level of their child in
activity notebook. the Barangay Hall
every Friday.

Guide questions:
1. Which diagram do you like better? Why?
2. Are the two diagrams easy to understand? Why or why not?
3. Between the two diagrams, which do you consider have a well-written text?

In the previous lesson, you have learned the four properties of a well-written text:
organization, coherence and cohesion, appropriate language use, and mechanics. On the other
hand, the tips and ways on how to write a well-written text applying and taking consideration of
the properties.

Ways to Improve a Written Text

A. Organization
1. Do not ramble – You need to make sure that you have a topic in mind and input ideas
related to the topic but be careful in including so many ideas which are not organized
or all over the place.
2. Be specific – Make sure that your intended readers know what your topic is from
the beginning or first part of the text.
 3. Create an Outline – Plan what to write so that you will have a smooth flow of
ideas in your text.
B. Coherence and Cohesion
1. Don’t be redundant – Avoid repeating yourself and writing the same thing over and
over.
2. Be concise – Make sure to be concise with your explanation of the topic.
3. Proper emphasis – Emphasis should be on the right matter. The idea should be
clear in your mind so that you will be able to write it well.
4. Write short sentences – Short sentences are easier to understand. Avoid
complex and compound-complex sentences as much as possible.
C. Appropriate Language Use
1. Use simple words – As a writer, you need to make sure that your readers will
understand the ideas you want to convey. Avoid using hifalutin words to avoid
confusion.
2. Use Active Voice – This follows the sentence patter: subject, verb, and object. This
is much common in English language.
3. Eliminate fluff words – These are words like very, little, and rather. They don’t add
meaning to your sentences.
D. Mechanics
1. Grammatical errors – Always check your paper if it has grammatical errors like the
subject and verb agreement, the correct use of articles, and misplaced and dangling
modifiers.
2. Punctuations on-point – Be sure to use correct punctuations because they affect the
message and content of the text. The meaning may be changed or it may differ.
3. Correct capitalizations – This should not be neglected because it is important to
capitalize the specific words and first letters of sentences.
4. Check the spelling, numerals, abbreviations, acronyms, and contractions.

Read the sentences carefully. Identify the error by underlining the word/s in each
sentence which makes the sentence erroneous. Then, replace the word/s that make the sentence
incorrect. Rewrite the sentences and write your answer in your notebook.

Example: did you except the gift that my brother gave you? Did
you accept the gift that my brother gave your?

1. Working at home have become common because of the internet.

2. mom said, “pull it out by the plug, not by the cord.”

 3. Symptoms of this illness that require to consult a doctor includes fever, vomiting, and
diarrhea.

4. Either Lisa or Jennie will always volunteer their assistance.

5. The conversation with her father had a positive affect to her than she expected.

6. The coach of the volleyball team found the setter, libero and blocker to be all
together slacking.

7. The teacher of the grade 11, Ms. Lee, are happy to welcome the students back.

8. Do you think they will except our proposal about waste management?

9. Children had went to the zoo for their fieldtrip.

10. Work as quick as you can but as carefully as possible to avoid accidents.

Read the following sentences which do not follow the properties of a well-written texts.
Eliminate the errors by correcting them. Rewrite the sentences and write your answer in your
notebook.

1. the basketball players has white Socks.

2. when you going to pick me

3. she classmates are coming over,

4. betty has lot of assignments:

5. alexis wife have prepared us a dinner

6. what does you think is the solution

7. my clasmate house is big blue and expensive

8. Sarawat looked at Thine and said i will be back in three minutes

9. the parallel world do not exist

10. what time it is

 Improve the sentences by identifying the part of the sentences which are wordy or with
errors. Write your answers in your notebook.
Example: Faulty Statement – It is utmost important for you to pass the college entrance
exam.
Corrected Statement – It is essential for you to pass the college
entrance exam.
1. Avoid parking on both sides of the road.
2. He opened the box which contained the materials for the campaign.
3. The examiner answered after close scrutiny.
4. Both teams have the same exact game plan.
5. The reason I knew what happened because of the past history.

Read the two given texts below which has the same idea. One is wrongly written and the
other is well-written.

Text A
Mobile games are most popular with teens. When a new mobile game comes out the
app stores are surely busy for downloading. Adults don’t seem to be interested in
spending their time playing but teens sure are. I think the popularity of these games
with teens is due to teenager desires to explore and test their limitations. Mobile
games tests the critical thinking of teens and the way they strategize with their team
mates to beat the opponents and win the game. Last week, I downloaded Mobile
Legends which is very popular nowadays. My friends are playing this too. I felt stupid
because I am on a losing streak and cannot move to a higher rank. However it
exceeded my expectations because I become engrossed with the game. I
understand the thrill and excitement whenever I play the game. But sometimes I
spend too much time in playing.

Text B
Mobile games are most popular with teens. When a new mobile game comes out the
app stores are surely busy for downloading. These games seem to be very interesting to
young children who wants to explore and test their limitations, and adults don’t seem to be
fascinated in playing, but teens sure are. Mobile games test the critical thinking of teens
and the way they strategize with their team mates to beat the opponents and win the game.
 Compare the two texts by writing your evaluations on the table below based on the
properties of a well-written text.

Properties of a well- Text A Text B

written text
Organization Eg. The text is
unorganized. Some of the
ideas are not related
much to the topic
sentence. The topic is
about mobile games
which is popular to teens
but at the end of the
paragraph, it tells
something about his/her
own experience in playing
the game.
Coherence and
Cohesion
Eg. The text has focus
and unity. It centers only
to how mobile games are
popular to teens
nowadays. The
supporting or
subordinating ideas are
enough to build the flow
and context of the text.

Appropriate Language
Use

Mechanics

Revise the faulty and weak paragraph below to make it a well-written text.
Write the corrected paragraph on your answer sheet.

kevin Howie Brian Aj and Nick piled onto the bus, they had just finished there concert that night

in chicago and was on they’re way to grab a bite to eat than they would be driving on to the

next city Milwaukee. “wear should we eat”? asks howie is body jerking backward as the bus

lurched away from the venue. “how about mcdonald’s”? Aj suggested smiling. “you always

want two go too mickey d’s Aj” complained Kevin

 “can’t we eat healthy four once?” Howie agrees with kevin but the to were quickly

overruled by the other three who insisted on fast food, before they knew it the bus was

pulling up in front of the familiar golden arches. oh my god its’ the backstreet boys

screamed the gurl at the counter when they walked in to order. I love U guys som much

your my favorite band, will U sign a song 4 me? “sure” nick agreed and breaks into don’t

wannaloose you now, the other guys came in on they’re parts but the girl was squealing

louder then they could sing.

http://www.dreamers-sanctuary.com/mechanics.html

Write a five to ten sentences essay about the most important lesson that life has taught
you. Observe the properties of a well-written text. Write your essay on your answer sheet.
Traits Unsatisfactory Needs Satisfactory Outstanding
Improvement
1 2 3 4
Content & - Content is - Content is not - Content is - Content is
Development incomplete. comprehensive accurate and comprehensive,
- Major points and /or persuasive. accurate, and
are not clear. persuasive. - Major points persuasive.
-Specific - Major points are stated. - Major points
examples are are addressed, - Responses are stated
not used. but not well are adequate clearly and are
supported. and address well supported.
- Responses topic. - Responses
are inadequate - Content is are excellent,
or do not clear. timely and
address topic. -Specific address topic.
-Specific examples are - Content is
examples do used. clear.
not support -Specific
topic. examples are
used.
Organization - Organization - Structure of - Structure is -Structure of
& Structure and structure the paper is not mostly clear the paper is
detract from easy to follow. and easy to clear and easy
the message. - Transitions follow. to follow.
- Writing is need - Transitions - Transitions
disjointed and improvement. are present. are logical and
lacks transition - Conclusion is - Conclusion is maintain the
of thoughts. missing, or if logical. flow of thought
provided, does throughout the
not flow from paper.
the body of the - Conclusion is
paper. logical and
flows from the
 body of the
paper.
Grammar, - Paper - Paper - Rules of - Rules of
Punctuation & contains contains few grammar, grammar,
Spelling numerous grammatical, usage, and usage, and
grammatical, punctuation punctuation punctuation are
punctuation, and spelling are followed followed;
and spelling errors. with minor spelling is
errors. errors. correct.
Spelling is
correct.

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Direction. Reflect on what you have learned after taking up this lesson by
completing the chart below in 2-3 sentences

I thought…
What were your
thoughts or ideas about
the properties of a
well-written text prior
to the discussion of the
lesson?

What new or
I learned that…
additional ideas did
you learn after taking
up this lesson?

How are you going to apply I am going to…

the things you have learned
about the properties of a well-
written text?
 Write CORRECT if the sentence is an example of a well-written text and
INCORRECT if it has error/s.
1. if you want the rain you gotta deal with the rain,
2. I am a grenade, I will cause damage any minute.
3. Wear your mask properly and always disinfect your hands.
4. follow the quarantine measures and avoid going out of you house as much as possible
5. People need to boost their immune system by drinking lots of water and taking
vitamins.

Read the following sentences. Then, identify what properties of a well-written text is
violated. Write the letter that corresponds to your answer on the blank.
A. Organization
B. Coherence and Cohesion
C. Appropriate Language Use
D. Mechanics
E. No error
1. The first alphabet that my niece learned were “V” because it is similar to the peace
sign.
2. I was listening to the song of BTS while walking. I hasn’t see open the man hole
on the sidewalk.
3. Jin invested his blood, sweat and tears in this business. Then, the director asked
for a curtain call.
4. Barangay Ginebra has been my favorite team for a long time. Similarly, I was upset
when they lost in the finals.
5. Intramurals is one of the most awaited events in school. Our adviser told us that
the cards out will be on Friday. So, I passed my assignments on time.
6. Their are a lot of reasons to be thankful. Our life is a blessing that’s why we need
to cherish it.
7. You told me to leave the card on the table so that you could sign it. Now, your saying
that you cannot find it?
8. What makes you push harder in studying and attending school.
9. Samantha have been playing the piano for about a day. My ears are already
ringing from the sound of it. When is she going to improve her skills?
 10. It is best to stay indoors because the rays of the sun could be harmful to our skin.
Excessive exposure to it could cause damage. Applying sunscreen is also helpful to
protect our skin from UV rays.
11. Zaijan is the top 3 Guinevere user here in the philippines. I kept on watching his
videos because I do not know the techniques for that hero.
12. Social media users needs to be responsible in posting and sharing information
online. Fake news are all over.
13. We are all ready packing when the other fans came. They were not able to watch
the concert because they were late.

14. The couple could not take to be a part. They always want to be together all the
time.
15. The light was green when the lady crossed the street. The passing car almost hit her if
the driver hadn’t stepped on the brakes.

Write an essay with five to ten sentences about your significant experiences during the
time of Covid-19. Observe the properties of a well-written text in writing your output. Write your
output on your answer sheet.
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