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English
Quarter 2 – Module 4b:

Be Informed! Factual Texts Have

Different Forms
English – Grade 6
Quarter 2 – Module 4b: Be Informed! Factual Texts Have Different Forms

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Teacher I - Pinagsalog Elementary School/ Pilar II District
 Be Informed! Factual Texts Have
Module Different Forms
4b (Distinguishing various types of
informational/factual text)

Whenever you listen to or read informational texts, you learn facts and new information
which you may share to others. Sharing information is a important task. In our world today,
where fake news is widespread in the different social media platforms, it is our duty to become
a responsible online user.
In this module, you will have a wonderful experience of exploring internet-lifted
materials in a printed manner. You will also be learning about distinguishing informational/
factual texts, a way of fighting internet trolls.
Are you now ready? Let’s start.

Learning Targets
Hello! At the end of your journey, you’ll be able to:
name and identify the text type (informational/ factual text); and
distinguish various types of informational/ factual text. (factual text, factual
recount, Information report, procedural recount, discussion, explanation)

Vocabulary
Builder
Before you proceed, take time to read some of the words that you may find difficult to
understand.
Combat - to take action to reduce or prevent (something bad or undesirable) from
happening
Disinfectant - a chemical liquid that destroys bacteria
Infectious - a disease or disease- causing organism likely to be transmitted to people,
organisms, through the environment
Outbreak - the sudden or violent start of something unwelcome, such as war, disease,
etc.
Pandemic- an outbreak of disease that covers several countries or spreads from one
continent to another
Strain- a force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme or damaging degree

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 Warming Up

Hi again! Let’s test if you are a responsible online information disseminator!

Here are some online texts from the internet. Draw a smiling face ☺ inside the circle
if it is not.
if it is an informational/ factual text and a sad face

The Corona Virus Disease (COVID 19) is an

infectious disease caused by a new strain of corona viruses.
This disease was unknown before the outbreak began in
Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

Handwashing is one of the simplest ways to protect

yourself and others. First, wet your hands with clean,
running water. Apply soap and rub your hands together.
Lather the back of your hands, between fingers and under
your nails. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.

The Department of Health reported the first case of

COVID-19 in the Philippines on January 30, 2020.

Aside from gargling with hot tea or vinegar, spraying

yourself with household disinfectants can combat the
spread of the coronavirus.

To my beloved Filipinos, I am addressing you once

again about the problem of COVID-19 pandemic. It is
getting serious. You must listen. We are hoping for God’s
divine intervention.

Were you able to identify the informational/ factual text? Check your score and go to
key on page 15.

If you got 4 or 5 it means that you are on the right track.

If you got 3 and below, do not worry. I’m here to help you.
Are you ready?

Let us proceed. ☺

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 Learning about It
In identifying whether a text is an informational/factual text, you have to understand its
various types.
Let’s look at some information gathered from Google, Wikipedia and other related
websites about the different types of informational/ factual text. Read and understand each
and answer the succeeding activities.

Factual Description – Its purpose is to describe a place or

thing using facts. It systematically describes
different aspects of the subject.

1. Check the box of the paragraph that shows a Factual Description.

a. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reports
a phreatic or steam-driven ash eruption at 5:06 p.m. of January 13. Phivolcs
then raised the level to Alert Level 2 the next day due to increasing unrest.
b. Mayon Volcano is well-known around the world as the “perfect cone”
volcano due to its almost symmetric conical shape- a unique feature. It is
also the most active volcano in the Philippines, having erupted almost 50
times in the past 400 years alone. The site is also a protected landscape
and a natural park.

Factual Recount/Time order –It has details that answer

who, what, where, etc. It describes the
events in series order.

2. Check the box of the paragraph that shows a Factual Recount.

a. Holy Week is the last week of Lent and is very important in our religious
calendar. On Palm Sunday, accompanied by his disciples, Jesus entered
Jerusalem while people lined the streets and waved palms, leaves and olive
branches. On Holy Thursday, he washed the feet of his friends. On Good
Friday, he was whipped and forced to carry the heavy wooden cross to
Golgotha, where he was nailed and left to die.
b. The disciples were taught many valuable lessons from Christ. In the
modern world, many people think that only bishops, priests or vicars are
genuine disciples yet every Christian who has recently been baptized
should try to be a follower of Christ.

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 Information Report –Its purpose is to provide information
about people, animals, things and events. It
starts with a general classification or
definition.

3. Check the box of the paragraph that shows an Information Report.

a. The world has experienced a prolonged period of uncertainty and
unrest caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, it has already
affected the lives of people in almost 200 countries globally. The human
cost is rapidly being matched by huge economic costs.
b. A hospital is a place where the sick or the wounded come for treatment.
They are attended to by qualified doctors, nurses and other medical
staff. The different wings of the hospital are called wards. People
suffering from different diseases are admitted and treated there.

Procedural recount –Its purpose is to tell how something

was made or done in time order with accuracy.

4. Check the box of the paragraph that shows a Procedural Recount.

a. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that severe and
mounting disruption to the global supply of Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)- caused by rising demand, panic buying, hoarding and misuse- is
putting lives at risk from the novel coronavirus and other infectious
diseases.
b. Making a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) face mask has become the top stay-home
activity during the novel coronavirus outbreak. The best fabric homemade
masks is a tightly woven, 100% cotton fabric. First, print a pattern and cut
it out. Use the pattern to cut 2 cotton fabric pieces. Place cut fabric with
front sides together, sew and press seam flat to one side.

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 Discussion Text –It includes background information and
lists of arguments. Its purpose is to provide
different points of view.

5. Check the box of the paragraph that shows a Discussion Text.

a. Is the use of cellphones necessary in school? While others agree on the
use of cellphones of the learners in school, many are still not in favor of the
idea for a simple reason that it will only distract them from focusing on the
different school activities. Banning the use of it inside the classroom is a
good way of focusing on acquiring foundational learning skills that the
students need.
b. School is a place where most learner, if not everyone, consider as their
second home. It is a place where they spend their years of discovering things
and making friends. School should be non-threatening or child-friendly in
order to let them grow holistically as agents of change of the next generation.

Explanation Text –Its main purpose is to explain how or

why something happens. It starts with
naming the topic and explains how the items
relate to each other and to the topic.

6. Check the box of the paragraph that shows an Explanation Text.

a. Depression affects how people think, feel and act. Depression makes it
more difficult to manage from day to day and interferes with study, work and
relationships. A person may be depressed if for more than two weeks they
have felt sad, down or miserable most of the time or have lost interest or
pleasure in most of their usual activities.
b. The burden of mental disorders in the Philippines is quite alarming. The
2005 World Health Survey identified that of 10, 075 participants, 0.4% has a
diagnosis of schizophrenia and 14.5% of depression.

Were you able to choose the correct paragraph? If yes, you are doing great!
If not, it’s alright! Here is another task for you to learn more.

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 Keeping You in Practice

This time, let’s practice what you have learned.

Task 1. Connect and Match

Match the following concepts to the appropriate type of informational text. Do this
by connecting the mouse to the monitor.

1. It tells how something

was made or done in time a. Information
order with accuracy. Report

2. It starts with naming the

topic and explains how the b. Procedural
items relate to each other Recount
and to the topic.

c. Factual
3. Its purpose is to describe
Description
a place or thing using facts.

4. Its purpose is to provide

information about people,
animals, things and events. It d. Explanation
starts with a general Text
classification or definition.

Check your score, refer to page 15.

Now that you’re aware of the different types of informational/factual text, let’s see if
you can distinguish the type of informational text from the short articles below.

Let’s Go and scroll more!

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 Task 2: Post A Comment

Welcome to INFOBOOK!
Read the following short articles and identify the type of informational/factual text by
simply writing a comment in the box.
Be guided by the questions. Go on and continue browsing!

Info
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How To Take A Test The Causes And Effects Of Global Warming

Test in school is given to assess the
student’s learning. There are things that must
be followed in taking a test. First, in order to
pass it, you should prepare ahead of time. Make
a schedule for your review. Choose a quiet
place where you can focus. Refrain from
distractions like TV, video games and the like.
During the test, listen carefully and follow
instructions. Make sure to ask questions if there
are things which are not clear to you. Be calm
while taking the test. If you are done before the
time, review your answers.
Global warming is now the hottest
issue. The daily papers in Metro Manila carry
news items almost every day about local and
international events on the threat of global
warming. Scientific studies show that a high
concentration of greenhouse gases, such as
carbon dioxide, methane, and fluorocarbons,
beyond the normal level will lead to changes in
the Earth’s climate. The United Nations has
initiated global efforts to discuss and make
plans to stabilize and reduce greenhouse
emissions.

Write a comment: -------------------------------------- Write a comment: --------------------------------------

Type of factual text: ______________________
Why? ___________________________________
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Type of factual text: ______________________
Why? ___________________________________
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 Task 2: Post A Comment

It’s like your favorite social media, right? Go on! There’s more!

Info
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Info
I

No Homework Policy Rizal Park: The Site Of The Most

Have you ever wanted to just shred
up your homework or throw it out of the window
and have no consequences? Kids are assigned
daily homework from the time they start
kindergarten at the ripe young age of five. Is it
really necessary? Does it help better learning or
even higher test scores? The amount of
homework we do wastes time, money, paper
and trees because it’s practically the exact
same thing we did in class that day.
Significant Moments In Philippine
History
Rizal Park is located at the northern
end of Roxas Boulevard in Manila. It is spread
out over 60 hectares of open lawns, ornamental
gardens, paved walks, and wooded areas. It is
officially named Rizal Park after Dr. Jose Rizal,
our national hero, in honor, and as tribute to
him.

Write a comment: -------------------------------------- Write a comment: --------------------------------------

Type of factual text: ______________________
Why? ___________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________________
_________________________________
Type of factual text: ______________________
Why? ___________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________________
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All right, you’re doing great! You can check your answers on page 15.

If you enjoy the previous activity, I’m sure you will love the next one.

Are you ready? Let’s go! Scroll down!

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 Task 3: What’s on your Mind?
Look at the given pictures below. Choose 2 pictures that you would like to be “Your
Story” photo for today and write a caption that shows an example of any type of
informational/factual text.

Type of Informational text: __________________ Type of Informational text: __________________

Caption: _______________________________
Short Content: _____________________________
__________________________________________
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Caption: _______________________________
Short Content: _____________________________
__________________________________________
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Type of Informational text: __________________ Type of Informational text: __________________

Caption: _______________________________ Caption: _______________________________
Short Content: _____________________________ Short Content: _____________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
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 Additional Activity: TODAY’S TWEET
DIRECTIONS: Choose one from the given topics below and write a short article
about it inside the “TWEET BOX”. Identify the type of
informational text written.

# Poverty Rate In The Philippines

# The Timeline Of The Philippine Revolution

# How To Stay Healthy

# Why Should Tourists Visit The Philippines

# The New Normal Classroom Setting

Today’s Tweet

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Type of informational text: ______________________________________

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 Cooling Down
Congratulations! You are now equipped with the knowledge about the various types
of informational/ factual texts.
This time, measure how much you have learned from your journey.

Answer the “Online Survey” Have a try and do your best!

ONLINE SURVEY
DIRECTIONS: Read each article and distinguish the type of informational text.
Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. People do all kinds of jobs. Some people build houses, bridges, and
companies while others serve, like the frontliners courageously helping
fight against this pandemic. Some works in ships and others in skyscrapers
in cities. What kind of job would you like to do?
a. Discussion
b. Explanation
c. Factual Descriptive

2. Young children love to use the internet and play computer games.
They are fond of the computer and they are spending more and more time
on it. Although they may get many benefits from it, it can also be dangerous
for them.
a. Explanation
b. Factual Recount
c. Discussion

3. The Science teacher conducted an experiment with her class. She

showed that hot air always rises. Before they started, they prepared a
balloon, a bottle and a bucket full of hot water. First, they blew up the
balloon. After that, they put the balloon to cover the top of the bottle. Finally,
they put the bottle in the bucket that was full of hot water.
a. Procedural Recount
b. Factual Description
c. Information Report

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 ONLINE SURVEY
4. The storm is defined as a disturbed state of an environment within
an atmosphere that significantly affects the nature of its surface and
implies severe weather conditions. Usually, these abnormal conditions
are associated with strong wind, hale, thunder, and heavy precipitation
that create a crucial impact on people and their living facilities.
a. Information Report
b. Factual Recount
c. Discussion

5. The man who pushed an old woman down a bus along Upper
Thomson Road has been charged in court. Twenty- five- year- old Ong
Kok Hao is accused of hurting 76-year-old Hwang Li Lian Nee on bus
service number 167 at about 3pm on June 5 this year.
a. Factual Description
b. Factual Recount
c. Procedural Recount

6. The cow is a domestic animal with four legs, two horns and a tail.
It eats grass, hay and other vegetarian food items.
It gives milk. Dairy products like cheese, butter and yogurt are
used extensively all over the world. Cow dung is used as manure in rural
areas. Its skin is used to make fancy products.
a. Procedural Recount
b. Information Report
c. Factual Description

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 Congratulations for completing your online journey!
Here’s your reward badge for doing your best and patiently performing each task.

Responsible Information Disseminator

Alright! Now that you’re done doing the different activities on informational/ factual
texts, I hope you do not stop here. You can still do more. Try the learning challenge below.

Learning Challenge
Below is a list of topics for each type of informational text. Choose one and
write a 5-sentence paragraph about it. Use a separate sheet of paper

Information Report- The Philippine Archipelago

Factual Description- My Favorite Place On Earth
Factual Recount/ Time Order- The President Of The Philippine Republic
Procedural Recount- How to Cook Filipino My Favorite Dish
Discussion- The Benefits Of staying At Home?
Explanation- My Ideal Home

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 Points to Ponder

Here’s for you to remember!

Informational text gives factual information about arts, science, or social

studies. Its various types are:

Factual Description - describe a place or thing using facts. It systematically

describes different aspects of the subject
Factual Recount/Time order –contains details that answer who, what,
where, etc. It describes the series of events in series
order.
Information Report –provides information about people, animals, things and events. It
starts with a general classification or definition
Procedural Recount –tells how something was made or done in time order with
accuracy. It tells what was made or done in order.
Discussion Text –includes background information and lists of arguments. Its purpose
is to provide different points of view.
Explanation Text – presents how or why something happens. It starts with naming the
topic and explains how the items relate to each other and to the topic.

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 Answer Key

1. ☺ 1. B
2. A
2. ☺ 3. A
3. ☺ 4. B
5. A
4.  6. A
5. ☺

1. B
Task 1: Connect And Match 2. C
3. A
1. B
4. A
2. D
5. B
3. C
6. C
4. A
Task 2: Post A Comment
1. Procedural Recount
2. Explanation
3. Discussion
4. Factual Description
Task 3: What’s on your Mind?
1. Answers may vary

Additional Activity: Today’s Tweet

1. Answers may vary

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REFERENCES

Articles
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Rizal-Park-The-Site-of-the-
Most-Significant-Moments-in-the-History-of-the-Philippines
https://www.bartleby.com/essay/Why-There-Should-Be-No-Homework-
P3PNUSZVC
https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/blogspot/15-engaging-explanatory-writing-
prompts
https://sites.google.com/site/p5cwriting/references/examples-of-factual-
recount
https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.twinkl.co.u
k%2Ftw1n%2Fimage%2Fprivate%2Ft_630%2Fimage_repo%2Ffe%2Ff6%2F
au-t2-e-2148-holy-week-historical-factual-recount-writing-
sample_ver_3.jpg&imgrefurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinkl.com.au%2Fresou
rce%2Fau-t2-e-2148-holy-week-historical-factual-recount-writing-
sample&docid=ZjTp70KA8BY8TM&tbnid=b578OuK9vsDO2M%3A&vet=1&w
=630&h=315&hl=en&source=sh%2Fx%2Fim
http://rosesenglishextras.blogspot.com/2009/12/example-of-discussion-text-
type.html?m=1
https://www.volcanicdiscovery.com/mayon.html
https://filipinotimes.net/news/2019/10/22/poverty-rate-ph-seen-falling-2020/
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-make-a-mask-out-of-fabric#how-to-
make
https://www..toppr.com/guides/essays/essay-on-effects-of-global-warming/
https://www/educationcorner.com/test-taking-strategies.html
https://pcoo.gov.ph/presidential-speech/nation-address-of-president-roa-
duterte-on-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-pandemic/

Pictures
https://journeyingjames.com/2012/04/donsol-sorsogon-close-encounter-with-
the-whalesharks/
https://www/worldatlas.com/amp/articles/the-different-types-of-marine-
pollution.html
https://www.unicef.org/philippines
https://www.businessinsider.com/twitters-promoted-trends-ad-product-isnt-
very-popular-among-advertisers-2013-12
https://www.pinclipart.com/pindetail/ihxmmTT_logo-facebook-twitter-twitter-
png-format-twitter-logo/

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