Republic of the Philippines

Central Bicol State University of Agriculture

Impig, Sipocot Camarines Sur
College of Education
A DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN GRADE 9
ENGLISH
I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of a 60-minute period, at least 75 % of the students will be able to:
1. identify communicative style;
2. identifies the various types of speech context;
3. give appropriate communicative styles for various situations; and
4. construct simple dialogues via role play, showcasing the different styles.
A. Content Standards
The learner demonstrates understanding of how Anglo-American literature and other text
types serve as means of valuing other people; also, how to use processing information
strategies, different forms of adverbs and conditionals for him/her to play an active part in
a Chamber Theatre presentation.
B. Performance Standards
The learner proficiently plays an active part in a Chamber Theatre presentation through
employing effective verbal and non- verbal strategies based on the following criteria:
Focus, Voice, Delivery, Facial Expressions, Style and Body Movements or Gestures.
C. Learning Competencies
1. EN11/12OC-Ifj-16: Exhibit appropriate verbal and non-verbal behavior in a given
speech context.
2. EN11/12OC-Ifj-17: Distinguishes types of communicative style.
3. EN11/12OC-Ifj-18: Identifies social situations in which each communicative style
is appropriate to use.

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: Employ the appropriate Communicative Styles for various situation
(Intimate, casual, formal, consultative, frozen)
References: Depedteacher. (2014). English Grade 9 Learning Materials. Retrieved from
https://depedteacher.com/teaching-materials-and-learners-materials-tgs-lms-junior-high-
schoolgrades-7-10/
royalqueen. (2016). Type of Speech Styles. Retrieved from
https://oralcom.wordpress.com/2016/10/14/types-of-speech-style
Materials: Laptop, PowerPoint Presentation
Strategy: 4A’s
Approach: Learner-Centered
Skills: Speaking, writing, reading and listening skills
Values Integration: Discipline, Care, Respect, Politeness, Kindness

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

A. PRELIMINARIES (5 minutes)
1. Greetings
Good morning, Grade 9 students.

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 Good morning, Ma’am!
2. Opening Prayer
May I request Mr./Ms._______ to kindly lead
us the prayer for us to have guidance from
him? (The student will lead the prayer)
You may now take your seat, students.

3. Classroom management
Once again good morning. How are you
today, class? Are you up for a new lesson? I
know you are very eager to learn. With that, I
welcome you to another set of fun and
learning.

4. Checking of attendance
Class Biddle monitor the attendance and give
it to me after our discussion. Okay? Yes, Ma’am.

Before anything else, let me remind you of

these 3 rules. The first one is the rule of the
eye. You have to read and observe during the
discussion. The second rule is the rule of the
ears. Listen attentively and comprehensively
as we go along with our discussion. The third
rule is the rule of the hands. You have to raise
your hand if you have questions, clarification
and if you know the answers. Are we clear,
class?”

5. Review of the Past lesson

Before we start with our discussion, let us
recall our past lesson.
“What was your last topic, anyone?” (Student’s recapitulation)

Okay very good! It seems that you really

understand your last topic.
B. Motivation (5 minutes)
Activity
Today, we will be having a motivational
activity. I know you are all familiar with this
game and it is entitled “4 PICS 1 WORD”.
Are you ready, class? Yes, ma’am.
Let’s begin!
1. ANSWERS:

1. Frozen
2. Formal
3. Consultative
4. Intimate
5. Casual

R O P E N E
F G Z X P J

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D R F M A
J W L K O
3.

B O C T N U T V
K I G E A S L E

4.

F N I E M I
A T M E Z T

5.

X R S L G F
B A C U H A

Very good students.

C. Presentation of the Topic
Now, the things that you did a while ago has
something to do with our topic for today.
Now let us move on to our formal discussion.
Our lesson for today is all about “Employ the (Listening)

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Appropriate Communicative Styles for
Various Situation.”
D. Presentation of Objectives
At the end of a 60-minute period, at least 75
% of the students will be able to:
1. identify communicative style;
2. identifies the various types of speech
context; (Reading and listening)
3. give appropriate communicative
styles for various situations; and
4. construct simple dialogues via role
play, showcasing the different styles.
E. Lesson Proper (5 minutes)
1. Activity
Directions: Fill in the missing words to
complete the thought of the paragraph.
Choose from the words inside the box.

one-way group-language Answers:

operational oratorical 1. social interaction
2. group language
formal language social interaction
3. operational
1. The intimate speech style is characterized 4. one-way
by a complete absence of _______________. 5. oratorical
2. The participants in the casual style may use
______________ so only members of the
group can understand it.
3. The consultative speech style is considered
to be the most _______________ style among
the other styles.
4. A formal style is often used in formal
situations where there is only
_________________ communication.
5. The frozen speech style, also called the
_________________ style, is the most formal
style and is reserved for very formal
situations.
Discussion (30 minutes)
To understand the communicative style, let us
define it first.

Can you read the definition of communicative

style Ms./Mr.______ pasted on the board?
Communicative style means the form of
language that the speaker uses which is
characterized by the degree of formality. A
speaker uses different speech styles
according to the given situations, place, or
persons involved.
Now can you give me your insight or you’re
understanding about the meaning of
communicative style?
(Students’ answer may vary)

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Very good. When we say communicative
style, it means that it depends on the situation
on what styles which you are going to use. Of
course, we were very much aware of it
because we have these day-to-day
experiences. For instance, when you are
talking to your siblings it’s a lot different
when you are talking to your teacher. Right? Yes, ma’am.

Let us understand better by digging deeper

the five (5) different communicative style/
speech style.

Do you have any idea about the 5 different

speech style? What are those 5? Can you give
at least 1 communicative style?
(Students’ give the 5-speech style)
Excellent, students. You already have
background about the 5 different speech style.

The five different communicative styles are

the following: Intimate, casual, formal,
consultative, and frozen.

Let us first discuss the 1st communicative

style which is the Intimate style.
What is your idea about intimate style?
Ma’am, due to the intimacy of this speech
style, we commonly use it in private.
Intimate Style
A style that is private
It is reserved for close family
members, married couples or intimate
people
Does not complete the language with
clear articulation
It uses language that are only used
within very close friends and relatives
– often with call signs/ terms of
endearment
Grammar is not necessary
Examples: husband and wife,
boyfriend, girlfriend, siblings, parent-
children

We have here examples. Read it, Mr./Ms.___. Honey, do you want me to make you
your favorite dish?
Sweetie, don’t run around too fast or
you might fall down.
What did you observe in the examples?
I observed that they used endearments.
Very good, observation. Now, can you try to
give an example about intimate style in a
sentence?

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 (Giving example)
Very good, students. I really hope that you
understand what intimate style means and
when and where to use it.
Let us proceed to the 2nd communicative style
by reading and observing this conversation. Dude, c’mon! join us.
Okay. I’ll try…but no promises,
OK?
Fine, bro. Just lemme know. Gotta
go!
See yah!

Now, what did you noticed in the

conversation? I observed that the examples are informal.
Very good. Another observation, please?
Their conversation is informal and notice that (Student’s answer may vary)
they frequently use of contraction and
elliptical sentences.

What do you think is our 2nd communicative

style, anyone?
Ma’am, the 2nd speech style is about casual
Very good. style.
Casual style
A style that uses informal language
Uses slang, vulgarities, profanity are
normal
Is uses language that are used between
friends
It focuses on just getting the
information
Phone texts, buddies, chats, emails,
vlogs, letters to friends
(Teacher will explain these elaborately)
Now, we are done with the 2nd
communicative style. I really hope that you
understand what casual style is.
Let us now proceed to 3rd communicative
style which is the formal style.

What is formal style? When we say formal style, this type uses
formal words and expressions and is mostly
seen in writing rather than speaking. It also
disallows the use of ellipsis, contractions,
Very good. When we say formal style and qualifying modal adverbials.
A one- way nature of communication
Intended to share information in a
formal way
Used in speaking to medium or large
groups
The language used follow a
commonly accepted format
Usually uses complete sentences
before being delivered

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 Does not use slang words but well-
defined and standard ones
Examples: sermons, rhetorical
statements and questions, speeches,
pronouncements by judges,
announcements, job interview, dinner
party, meetings
What is your observation in the telephone
conversation between Jeff and Mona?
Very good, observation.
Example of formal Telephone conversation
Mona: Browns technology, Sheryl
speaking. How can I help you?
Jeff: Hello, this is Jeff Samuel. May I speak
with Kyle Grant, please?
Mona: One moment please- I’ll put you
through.
Mona: Mr. Samuel? I am sorry. Kyle is in a
meeting now. would you like to leave a
message?
Jeff: Yes, please. Could you ask her to call
me back as soon as possible? It is an urgent
matter.
Mona: of course. I will give her the
message.
Jeff: Thanks a lot. Goodbye.
Mona: Goodbye.
They talked through formal style and used
complete sentences to convey their message.

Let us now proceed to 4th communicative

style which is the consultative style. What is
consultative style? Read the definition pasted
on the board. Consultative- This is an unplanned speech
with the speaker using the participation and
Consultative style feedback of the listener.
Most operational / professional
discourse
Used in semi- formal communication
Happens in a 2- way communication
Sentences tend to be shorter
Thoughts and ideas are less well-
planned
Spontaneous, people tend to repeat
some unnecessary words, choose the
wrong words, uses slang words
Examples: superior and subordinate,
doctor and patient, lawyer and judge,
teacher and students, counselor and
client, recitation,
Example of consultative.
MR. GRANT: Good morning, Dr. Sharma!
DR. SHARMA: Good morning! What’s
wrong with you?
MR. GRANT: I have been suffering from
fever since yesterday.

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 DR. SHARMA: Do you have any other
symptoms?
MR. GRANT: I also feel headache and
shivering.
DR. SHARMA: Let me take your
temperature. Currently the fever is 102
degrees. Don’t worry, there is nothing
serious. I am giving you the medicine, and
you will be all right in couple of days.
MR. GRANT: Thank you, doctor.
Let us now proceed to 5th communicative
style which is the Frozen style. What is frozen
style? Read the definition pasted on the board.
Frozen- It is the most formal communicative
style that is usually used during respectful
events and ceremonies. It is “frozen” or
fixed in time and content.
Frozen style
Most formal communicative styles Example:
A style of communication that rarely
or never changes
Frozen in time and content
Used in respectful situation or formal
ceremonies
Usually uses long sentences with
good grammar and vocabulary
It does not require feedback from the
audience
Examples: The Lord’s Prayer, the
Preamble, laws, National Anthem,
Shakespeare’s Play, Weddings

That ends our discussion.

Did you get it class? Yes, ma’am.

Do you have clarifications? None, ma’am.

If none. Let’s apply what we discussed a

while ago.
Application (15 minutes)
Group Activity: Roleplay

The class will be divided into 5 groups.

You need to choose a leader to pick a
topic in the toss made by the teacher. (Students do the activity)
Each group will prepare a 3- minute skit
showing different situations applying
the communicative style assigned to
them.

Very good. Please give yourself a round of

applause.

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 Generalization

"Okay class, the activities and lesson we have

just done are essential for you to learn the
concept of the communicative style. But for
the last time, I will ask you, why is it
important to study and understand the
communicative style/speech style? (Students’ answer may vary)

Very good! Communicative Styles are

important because it show the level of
formality with which we are speaking. As
they say, “Different Situation and people call
for different speech styles”.

“Can you also tell me what you have learned

today?” (Students’ answer may vary)

“That is great. Very good Grade 9. I hope that

everyone learned something today.

Thank you so much, Grade 9! Let us call it a

day.” Goodbye, ma’am.

IV. EVALUATION
Direction: Write a dialogue between the participants using the proper communicative style.
1. Informal conversation between or among friends (Casual)

________________________
________________________
________________________

2. Between a doctor and patient (Consultative)

________________________
________________________
________________________

3. Family members (Intimate)

________________________
________________________
________________________

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4. Lord’s Prayer (Frozen)

________________________
________________________
________________________

5. Telephone Conversation (Formal)

________________________
________________________
________________________
V. ASSIGNMENT
Identify the speech style used in each situation or line. Write the letter of the correct answer
on your answer sheet.
_________1. Councilor and client
a. Intimate
_________2. Letter to friends b. Casual
_________3. Announcements c. Formal
d. Frozen
_________4. Prayer e. Consultative
_________5. Talking to siblings

Prepared by:

SHERYL J. TOMBOC
BSEd-4English
Noted:
DARREL M. OCAMPO
Cooperating Teacher

KEY TO
CORRECTION
1. E
2. B
3. C
4. D
5. A

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