Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PINAGBAYANAN INTEGRATED NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PINAGBAYANAN, TAYSAN, BATANGAS

NAME: ___________________________________________________________
GRADE/SECTION: _____________________________

ENGLISH 7
QUARTER 3 – WEEK 7
REACT TO WHAT IS ASSERTED OR EXPRESSED IN A TEXT

One of the best ways for the author to express his/her feelings, beliefs, and ideas in a direct
way is by asserting. Assertion is used to let the readers feel that they should agree what they read or
hear. It is very common in various fields of life, like literature, politics, and advertisements.

Sample assertion: When you eat an apple, you are free from any illness.

As the readers’ response to what is asserted in a text, a reaction is being made. Reaction is an
action taken in response to something. Reacting to assertion is an essential skill in language learning.
Making reactions will allow readers to express their thoughts and feelings about the text or situations
presented. One can decide to agree or disagree on the given text.

Sample reaction to the above sample assertion:

Truly, I eat an apple every day and I don’t get sick easily.

These are some words to use in giving reactions.

Positive Negative

absolutely certainly almost

contradictorily
definitely exactly invalidly never
obviously really no/ not no longer
surely truly probably rarely
very yes scarcely

Things to remember in reacting to assertions made by the author in a text:

 Read and understand the texts.
 Analyze the assertion made by the author.
 State your reaction clearly.
 Support your ideas and opinions by explaining your stand.
Here are sample statements of assertion and reaction:
A. Assertion: Drinking a glass of milk can make our bones and teeth healthy and strong.
Reaction: Yes, I drink a glass of milk every day and it makes my bones and teeth healthy
and strong.
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Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PINAGBAYANAN INTEGRATED NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PINAGBAYANAN, TAYSAN, BATANGAS

B. Assertion: My friend Sheila invites me to eat at Jollibee since it is the best fast food in town
Reaction: No, I will not go with her because my mother said that it is not safe in there.
Besides, it is not the best fast food in town.

Directions: Read the text comprehensively. React to what is asserted by the author in the text by
completing the statements.

The students play a big role in saving our environment. It starts at home: the students should
not forget to segregate the trash in the waste basket before having the garbage collector collect it.
Then, while at school, the student should participate actively in symposia and other similar activities
organized by other students who, like them, advocate a clean and healthy environment. Lastly, before
going home, the students should make a pledge to protect the environment whenever possible. Truly,
when the future is at stake, the whole student body could really help a lot.

A. Assertion: Students have a big role in saving the environment.

Reaction:
a. Yes, it’s true! Students’ role starts at
__________________________________________________.
b. It is important to help keeping the environment clean by
__________________________________.

B. Assertion: Students must actively participate in any healthy environment related activities.
Reaction:
a. Thus, students are encouraged to join
________________________________________________.
b. Students should apply their knowledge in trash segregation not only in school but also at
________________________.

Directions: Write your reaction based on the picture considering the given situations below.

1. Wearing of face mask.

2. Observing one-meter distance.
3. Putting X as indicator of distance.
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Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PINAGBAYANAN INTEGRATED NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PINAGBAYANAN, TAYSAN, BATANGAS

Sample Reaction: Definitely! The picture shows the proper safety protocols while sitting in a waiting
area.
Your Reaction:
_________________________________________________________________________________.

WEEK 8
RAISING THOUGHT-PROVOKING QUESTIONS IN A PANEL DISCUSSION

Listening attentively to a group discussion is very important. Now that you are growing, much of
your time is spent in some form of a group, whether a class, a friendship group, a peer group, a family,
or any other organization. You need to include yourself on the topic that they are discussing. You may
ask sensible questions to make the discussion more meaningful. Asking sensible questions in any
group discussion is encouraged so that there will be a lively discussion. How will you ask sensible
questions? This module helps you how to do it. But first, let us discuss one of the group discussions
which is panel discussion.
A panel discussion is a small group discussion which consists of four to five well-informed
persons who sit at the table on a platform (stage) before the group.

As you can see in the picture, there are persons involved. Can you guess the role of each
person? Let us discuss who they are and their roles.

Here are the members in a panel discussion with their respective roles:

1. Moderator
 is the leader who tries to make the flow of the proceedings (actions) function as smoothly as possible.
 he addresses the audience, announces the topic, and introduces the panel members.
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Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PINAGBAYANAN INTEGRATED NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PINAGBAYANAN, TAYSAN, BATANGAS
 interprets statements made by the audience and resolves possible conflicts among or between the
panel members and the audience.

2. Panel members
 they are the discussants (guests) of the given topic. They answer the questions raised by the
moderator.

3. Audience
 they are the viewers or listeners. They may also raise questions to the panel members.

Let’s go back to the picture of the panel discussion.

The following are procedures in a panel discussion that have been used effectively:
1. The leader or moderator introduces the topic and the panelists present their views and opinions
regarding the issue. 2. The panelists discuss the issue or topic and also react to other panel member’s
views and opinions. A specific amount of time should be set.
3. The leader or moderator closes the discussion and provides a summary of panel presentation and
discussion.
4. The leader or moderator calls for forum to all the members of the class to address some questions,
views, and opinions to the panelists.

Directions: Below are the statements from the script of a panel discussion. Identify whether the given
statement came from the moderator, panel member or one among the audience.

_______________1. Good morning ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to our panel discussion that talks
about the importance of wearing face mask.
_______________2. Does it make you uncomfortable when you wear mask?
_______________3. For me, I have to follow what the government told us to do. Wearing mask is a
must so that we can avoid the virus that will spread through the droplets from the person speaking.
_______________4. Sir, good morning. I am impressed with the guests’ answers. May I ask one of
them to answer my question: Which is more effective, surgical mask or washable mask? Thank you, sir.
_______________5. To sum up with our discussion, one thing is common and is very applicable to all
of us. We should always wear mask especially if we are in a crowded area for our safety.

Compare the following examples:

Uninteresting Questions Thought-Provoking

Questions

- these questions are not encouraging - these questions cause you to think
seriously about
- the person may or may not answer something
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Department of Education
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What is the issue or problem? How can you solve the issue or
problem?
Which is better, online or face-to-face learning? Why do you think face-to-face
learning is better than
online?

Note that raising sensible and thought-provoking questions is very important. It will allow the
person to tell honestly his inner thought. In this way, that person is expressing his/her real emotions.
This time let us explore further by learning the five strategies on how to raise thought–
provoking questions. These are:
1. Do your research Do a research on the topic, the panelists, and the audience. In this way
you will be able to get in touch to the topic, get connected to the panelist’s work or interests, and the
issues which the audience will be interested in.
2. Make a list
Make a list of potential questions from your research.
For example:
 Why is the topic important nowadays?
 What are the important points that need to be discovered on this topic?
 What is the most essential common question on everyone’s mind?

3. Choose the most essential questions

Delete questions that are not necessary and choose questions which you think are important to
the topic.
4. Sequence your questions
Your questions should be sequenced so that the panel members and audience will really
understand every bit of information.
 Strategic- start with questions that are designed to discuss what is happening in the world.
Example: Why does family conflict exist?
 Benefits- move to the benefits/consequences on why the audience should care.
Example: Why are children equally affected when family conflict occurs?
 Specifics – ask more specific questions where the panelists will be more inclined to show concrete
examples.
Example: What are the evidences which prove that family conflict may damage a relationship?
 Application- ask a question with substantial value and has the ability to apply the information.
Example: Why do we need to resolve the conflict in our family? 10
5. Rephrase and Finalize Your Question
Start short questions in order for the audience and panel members to have focus in
understanding the concept thus; rephrasing your question is necessary. After rephrasing, you are now
ready to finalize your question.

Now, let us check your understanding on thought-provoking questions.

Activity 3: Guess Me!

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Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PINAGBAYANAN INTEGRATED NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
PINAGBAYANAN, TAYSAN, BATANGAS
Directions: Write YES if it is a thought-provoking question and NO if it is not.
_______1. What effect has COVID-19 made on the lives of the Filipinos today?
_______2. How can we at least minimize the cases of COVID-19?
_______3. Who are the panelists?
_______4. What are the most critical changes that we must make to face the threat of COVID-19?
_______5. Why do Filipinos tend to disobey the orders of the IATF on social distancing?

Directions: Some of the questions below are sensible and thought-provoking questions that you can
raise during the open forum in a panel discussion. Write TP if the questions are sensible and thought
provoking and N if it is nonsensical and uninteresting.
_____1. Is social distancing important?
_____2. Are we allowed to attend classes?
_____3. How does social distancing affect the people?
_____4. Who are required to follow social distancing?
_____5. Why is it important to practice social distancing?
_____6. How can social distancing be practiced in the classroom?
_____7. Will social distancing continue after the community quarantine?
_____8. Is it okay not to wear face mask if we are 1 meter away from the other?
_____9. Why do married and living-in couple be exempt in “no back ride” policy?
_____10. Do people who are not infected with the virus still follow social distancing?