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English
Opinion-Marking Signals
English-8
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
Quarter 2 – Module 2: Opinion-Marking Signals
First Edition, 2020

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English
Quarter 2 – Module 2:
Opinion-Marking Signals
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the English 8 Self-Learning Module (SLM) on Opinion-Marking Signals!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators
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For the learner:

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 What I Need to Know

Introduction
Hello! How are you doing especially these quarantine days? What do you
feel about it?
You might be wondering about these questions but through your answers,
we can get your own opinion. This is our topic for today, sharing your opinion
using opinion-marking signals.

Opinion is about how a person thinks, feels, judges and perceives things
around him or her. His or her opinion might be affected by his personality, choice,
culture, age, profession and point-of-view as a whole. There are no right or wrong
opinions since everybody has his or her own stand on a certain topic and subject.

Further, we can use markers or signal words when expressing an opinion.

These signal words are very important to let others recognize that you are giving
your opinion. The main goal of this module is for you to learn and use opinion-
marking signals.

Happy learning!

Essential Learning Competency:

Use opinion marking signals to share ideas.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

a. distinguish facts from opinions;
b. identify opinion-marking signals used in sentences; and
c. use opinion- marking signals to express or share ideas.

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 What I Know

Direction: Choose the best answer and write it on a separate sheet.

A. Identify the expressions or word signals that express opinion.

_____1. A. I feel like…
B. They confirmed…
C. Based on research…
D. According to study…

_____2. A. He discovered…
B. Based on history…
C. The people think…
D. Based on investigation…

_____3. A. I confirmed…
B. John believes…
C. The study shows…
D. Authority confirmed…

_____4. A. For me…

B. We testified
C. They verified…
D. They validated…

_____5. A. The result shows…

B. The teachers verify…
C. The police validates…
D. The committee suggests…

_____6. A. My mom loves…

B. The experts certify…
C. The law authenticates…
D. The company demonstrated…

_____7. A. In my view…
B. The President confirms…
C. The United Nations attests…
D. The Department Secretary proves…

_____8. A. Research shows…

B. The doctors claim…
C. The diagnosis supports…
D. Anna and Peter suspect…

_____9. A. I totally hate…

B. They authorize…
C. The group certifies…
D. The chairman clarifies…

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 B. Choose the statement that does not express an opinion.

_____10. A. My mom likes to bake banana cake.

B. According to WHO, COVID-19 is a pandemic.
C. I do not like carbonated drinks. I would rather have fruits.
D. My father and I consider that my mom’s dish is the best.

_____11. A. Many people believe that COVID-19 originated from bats.

B. I believe that our Frontliners are doing their best to keep us safe.
C. Based on studies, social or physical distancing could keep you
away from any virus.
D. For me, studying at home would be the best way to keep away
from the virus.
_____12. A. I feel like I am in cage now.
B. For them, sanitation could help us kill the virus.
C. It is Pres. Duterte’s view that our safety should always be
prioritized.
D. Doctors claimed that sanitizing your hands and your things will
keep yourself free from the virus.

_____13. A. I think the COVID-19 pandemic will end soon.

B. As a student, I totally agree with modular learning modality.
C. The authorities confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in the
province.
D. Few suggest that steam inhalation or tuob can boost person’s
immune system.

C. Write a sentence using the given word signals or expression.

Example: Many people say_____________________________________.

Answer: Many people say that the COVID-19 pandemic is a biological
warfare.

14. I believe_______________________________________________________.

15. I suggest ______________________________________________________.

What’s In

In your previous lesson, you studied visual- verbal relationships illustrated

in tables, graphs, and information maps found in expository texts. After studying
relationships based on facts as shown in visual representation, it is also important
to learn how to share your own idea or opinion about a certain topic or on a given
information.

Thus, in sharing your ideas, you need to identify and be familiar with signal
words or markings. These markings will be presented to you as you go and explore
this module.

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 Before we start, we will have a short drill on our previous topic.

Directions: Read the questions carefully. Write the letter of your answer on a
separate sheet.

1.Which of the following cohesive devices is used to signal relation in time?

A. but
B. hence
C. finally
D. likewise
2. Which of the following cohesive devices is used to signal similarity?
A. now
B. yet
C. also
D. however
3. Which of the following cohesive devices is used to signal difference?
A. but
B. before
C. hence
D. likewise
4. Which of the following cohesive devices is used to signal consequences?
A. also
B. equally
C. shortly
D. as a result
5. Which of the following cohesive devices is used to signal relation in time?
A. lastly
B. before
C. therefore
D. similarly

What’s New

Activity 1: Put an Emoji!

Directions: At the end of each statement, put  if it is a fact and put  if it is an
opinion. Write your answer on a separate sheet.

1. I think China is now the most powerful nation in the world. ______
2. I believe that everyone has his or her own duty to keep safe during this
pandemic. _____
3. In my opinion, this New Normal Era would be very tough for everyone. _____
4. I feel that social media is just an escape from reality. ______

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5. According to survey, the government is doing its best to support the people.
______

What is It

Activity 2: What Can You Say?

Directions: Answer the following questions. Write your answer on a separate sheet.
1. How would you know if someone is saying his/ her own opinion?
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
_________________.

2. What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
____________.

Let’s learn together!

An opinion is a view or judgement formed about something, not necessarily
based on fact or knowledge. It is also important to know how to express facts and
opinions.

There are markings or signals that you need to be familiar with. Let’s now take
a look at some examples of the signal words and phrases being used that are used
to introduce a statement of fact or opinion.

Fact
● The annual report confirms…

● Scientists have recently discovered…

● According to the results of the tests…

● The investigation demonstrated…

Opinion
● He claimed that…

● It is the officer’s view that…

● The report argues that…

● Many scientists suspect that…

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Consider this list of signal words in stating an opinion.

My Opinion Signal Words Other People’s Opinion Signal

Words
I think…
She thinks…
I feel…
He feels…
I believe…
My mom likes…
I don’t like…
He/She believes…
I don’t believe…
They don’t like…
In my opinion…
In their opinion…
To me…
Many people believe…

Study these examples.

1. Expressing Personal Opinion

-I think that the library should be opened longer.
2. Expressing General Opinion
-Many people say that he is a good leader.
3. Agreeing to an Opinion
- I totally agree with your suggestion.
4. Disagreeing to an Opinion
-I don’t agree that ECQ must be lifted tomorrow.

What’s More

Activity 3: Copy Cat!

Directions: On a separate sheet, rewrite or copy the statement that expresses an
opinion and encircle the opinion-marking signals.

1. Many believe that Corona virus is not heat-resistant.

2. Based on research, COVID-19 can stay on your belongings for a few
hours.
3. China claims that at present, they have zero COVID-19 cases.
4. People think that China has new reported cases.
5. The investigation states that there are more reported cases of COVID- 19
in urban areas.

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 Activity 4: Transformers!
Directions: Transform the given facts into opinions. Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

Example: (They suggest) The medical team confirms new vaccine for COVID-19.

Answer: The medical team suggests a new vaccine for COVID-19.

(believes) 1. WHO confirms that older people are more vulnerable to the virus.

Answer:

(argued) 2. He found out from his study that there are asymptomatic persons or
those who are infected with the virus but do not manifest signs or symptoms.

Answer:

(thought) 3. They have found out that COVID-19 can stay long during cold days.

Answer:

(thought) 4. I have confirmed that rations were all distributed to LGUs.

Answer:

(argued) 5. He discovered that the HIV vaccine could help a COVID patient recover.

Answer:

What I Have Learned

Activity 5: My Point-of-View
Directions: Read an excerpt from the poem “African Child”. Write you own opinion
about the poem by giving your opinion on the given statement.

African Child
Eku McGred

I am an African child
Born with a skin the color of chocolate
Bright, brilliant and articulate
Strong and bold; I’m gifted
Talented enough to be the best
I am an African child.

Often the target of pity

My future is not confined to charity
Give me the gift of a lifetime;
Give me a dream, a door of opportunity;

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 I will thrive
I am an African child.

Do not hide my fault

Show me my wrong
I am like any other;
Teach me to dream
And I will become
I am an African child.

I can be extra-ordinary
Call me William Kamkwamba the Inventor;
Give me a library with books
Give me scrapyard and discarded electronics
Give me a broken bicycle;
Plus the freedom to be me
And I will build you a wind mill
I am an African child.

Example: The African child in the poem is very optimistic.

Answer: I believe that the African child in the poem is very optimistic.

1. The African child in the poem is talented.

Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.

2. The African child in the poem is often the target of pity and discrimination.
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.

3. The African child in the poem has a potential to be an inventor.

Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.

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 What I Can Do

Activity 6: Matchy-matchy
Directions: Match the cartoon in Column A to the possible opinion given in
Column B. Write only the letter of your answer.
Column A Column B

1 I believe that we can fight

a.
and stop COVID-19 together.

I suggest that OFWs should be

b. tested and observed thoroughly
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for COVID-19.

3 I think that COVID-19 is not

c.
resistant to heat.

People believe that the

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d. COVID-19 pandemic rules the
government now.

5 I don’t agree to monopolizing

e. medical equipment.

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 Assessment

Directions: Read and understand the following choices. Choose the letter of the
correct answer and write it on a separate sheet.

A. Identify the sentence that expresses an opinion.

__________1. a. They confirmed the development of a vaccine for the virus.

b. I think that taking vitamins is healthier than eating vegetables.

c. Based on research, older people are more susceptible to the virus.

d. According to a study, steam inhalation is effective in improving

the immune system.

__________2. a. Some people think that the virus is just a joke.

b. The WHO confirmed 5.5 million positive cases of COVID-19

worldwide.
c. Based on some environmental tests, air pollution has evidently
decreased during quarantine days.
d. Based on history, COVID-19 is not the first time the Corona virus
infected a lot of people in the world.

__________3. a. Many thought that COVID-19 is a type of biological warfare.

b. The doctors confirmed that the use of gloves is a preventive

measure against COVID-19.

c. The survey showed that migrants and refugees increase the number
of positive cases of the virus.

d. The government confirmed that the Armed Forces will be of help in

implementing health measures to lessen positive cases of the
virus.

__________4. a. They validate the result of the test.

b. We testify to the challenges and troubles brought by the virus.

c. He feels that community quarantine is like putting him in a cage.

d. They verify the effectivity of community quarantine in decreasing

the cases of COVID-19.

__________5. a. Many believe that this pandemic is one of the signs that the end is
coming.

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 b. The police validates the reports about people who violated the city’s
ordinance.

c. The result shows that the drastic increase of infected people is

coming from urban areas.

d. The teachers verify that modular learning will be used as the

learning modality while a vaccine is not yet developed.

__________6. a. He thinks that he is not vulnerable to the virus.

b. The law authenticates the veracity of the documents.

c. The experts certify the health documents of the patients.

d. The company demonstrated the best care for their employees

amidst theglobal pandemic.

__________7. a. They argued that the place needs to implement Modified ECQ.

b. The United Nations attests to the negative effect of the pandemic to

the world economy.

c. The President confirms that other countries will send medical

assistance to fight COVID-19.

d. The Department Secretary proves that quarantine protocols are

effective in fighting the virus and its spread.

__________8. a. In my view, this pandemic would last for a year.

b. The diagnosis supports that the person’s cause of death is COVID

19.

c. The doctors claim that there is a positive effect of a vaccine

developed by some health companies.

d. The DepEd Secretary confirms the learning modalities to be used

while a vaccine is not yet developed.

__________9. a. The group certifies that the country has zero-case of the COVID-
19.
b. We believe that in these challenging times, we need each other’s
support.
c. They authorize some important establishments to open during
community quarantine.
d. The chairman clarifies the person’s history travel to avoid the
spread of rumors that he might be infected with the virus.

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B. Write HEART if the statement expresses an opinion and write LIKE if the
statement is a fact. If your answer is HEART, write the opinion-marking signal used
in the sentence beside it.

Example: People believe that discipline is important in helping our country fight

COVID-19.

Answer: HEART- People believe…

________10. I think that the government is not doing its best to fight COVID-19.

________11. The DOH Secretary confirmed the total number of positive cases

yesterday.

________12. I suggest that everybody should wear facemask when going outside

their homes.

________13. Many believe that elder people are vulnerable to COVID-19.

C. Complete the following sentences.

14. I suggest…_________________________________________________________________.

15. I believe …_________________________________________________________________.

Additional Activity

Activity 6: Add it Up!

Directions: Write at least 3 opinions based on this editorial cartoon. Write your
answer on a separate sheet. Your sentences will be rated based on the rubric
shown.

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 1. ________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________.

2. ________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________.

3. ________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________.

Rubric
3 2 1 Score
1. Relevance The sentences The sentences The sentences
are accurately are relevant to show little
relevant to the the relevance to
illustration. illustration. the
illustration.
2. Content The use of The use of The use of
opinion- opinion- opinion-
marking signals marking marking
is evident to all signals is signals is
sentences. evident in evident in just
some few of the
sentences. sentences.
Total Score

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Answer Key

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References

“A Teacher's Guide to Fact and Opinion.” Literacy Ideas. Accessed June 2, 2020.
https://www.literacyideas.com/teaching-fact-and-opinion.

“African Child – Poem.” Eku McGred. Accessed July 2, 2020.

http://www.worshipthroughthestorm.com/african-child-2/.

Marshall, Candice. “Expressing Opinion.” LinkedIn SlideShare, August 14, 2012. Accessed
June 4, 2020. https://www.slideshare.net/cjq11983/expressing-opinion.

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