Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III Central Luzon
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TARLAC PROVINCE
SAN ROQUE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Bamban, Tarlac

Learning Activity Sheet

Grade 10 English
Quarter 1 – MELC 7

Learning Competency:
Evaluating Spoken Texts

Prepared by:

Grade 10 English Teachers

ANGELITA A. MEDINA MARIA SOLEDAD P. MACALE, EdD

Master Teacher I, English Teacher III

VICTOR JOHN C. ANUNCIACION ARCEE JOY Q. RADOVAN

Teacher III Teacher I

Noted:

LEONIDA M. DESIERTO, EdD

Head Teacher III, English

Approved:

AMALIA D. LISING, EdD

Principal III

Name: __________________________ Grade & Section: ______________ Date: _____________

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Learning Objectives:
1. Recall correct details of messages, speeches, or news reports heard.
2. Identify the basic elements of a spoken language.
3. Evaluate spoken texts in terms of fluency, tone, cohesion, and correctness.

Initial Activity: Pre-test

Identification: Identify what is being defined in each statement. Choose your answer from the
word box below. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
reading listening accuracy coherence fluency correctness
cohesion tone
1. This is the ability to identify and comprehend what others are saying.
2. It refers to speaking smoothly, reasonably fast, and without having to stutter, stop, or
pause a lot.
3. This is based on the writer’s/speaker’s attitude while writing/delivering a text.
4. It refers to the excellent flow of words and ideas that are easy to understand.
5. There is a correct usage of grammar, proper pronunciation, and right expression.

Lesson 1: Evaluating Spoken Texts

I. What is It
Every time you open your TV, radio or your mobile phone, you get to expose yourself to
different types of spoken texts that sometimes impress you and sometimes make you react
positively or negatively.
A spoken language has 3 basic elements:
1. Word. It refers to a sound or combination of sounds that conveys meaning and is spoken
or written.
2. Grammar. It is the set of rules that explain how words are used in a language. A speech or
writing is judged by how well it
follows the rules of grammar.
3. Speech Writing. It is the art of writing a speech for public presentation.

Speaking with one another is part of life, whether in a formal or informal setting. And to be
able to respond well, an individual must have good listening skills. Enhancing one’s listening
skill is a must. It takes a lot of practice concentrating on the details spoken by a speaker.

 Fluency in speaking starts with fluency in reading. Reading fluency has three
elements, namely; accuracy, rate, and prosody.

 Coherence vs Cohesion
Bear in mind that there is a difference between coherence and cohesion. Cohesion is the
linking of words and sentences by using correct transitional/cohesive devices, such as
conjunctions (e.g., FANBOYS), and adverbial conjunctions (e.g., even, although, and instead).
By using proper cohesive devices, coherence is achieved. Coherence is centered on the general
sense and organization/logical sequence of thoughts/ideas in a text – meaning, whether or not
the text makes sense.

 Tone
Tone is the attitude of the writer/speaker regarding a subject. In a speaking situation or
engagement, the tone of a speaker is dependent on the purpose of the talk and who the audience
are.

 Correctness
Correctness in a spoken text is focused on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. It
is important that the speaker follows grammatical rules accurately, uses relevant and
appropriate vocabulary, and demonstrates clear pronunciation.Debates, news reports, and
interviews are perfect examples for evaluation in terms of fluency, cohesion, tone, and
correctness.

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II. What is More
Spoken texts include oral stories, interviews, dialogues, monologues, phone
conversations, discussions, role plays, or any other piece of spoken language. Here are some of
the characteristics or features of spoken text:
• Spoken texts have shorter, less complex words and phrases. They are composed with
simple language.
• Spoken text uses active verbs, it is less formal than written language.
Example:
Active- The hospital director inspects the newly reconstructed wing.
Passive- The newly reconstructed wing of the hospital is inspected by the director.
In an active sentence, the subject or topic is the doer of the action. On the other hand,
in a passive sentence, the subject or topic is the receiver of the action.
Going back to the given example:
The hospital director inspects the newly reconstructed wing. Active
Subject(doer) verb Direct Object (receiver of the verb)
This sentence is in active voice because the subject ‘The hospital director’ is the doer
of the action. But if the receiver of the action is the subject of the sentence, your sentence will
be in passive voice just like this:
The newly reconstructed wing of the hospital is inspected by the director.
Subject (receiver of the action) verb doer of the action
More Examples:
Active Voice Passive Voice
• The English class viewed the film. • The film was viewed by the English
• The director will give you class.
instructions. • Instructions will be given to you by
the director.

Activity 3: Read the following quotes and identify the voice of the underlined verb/s. Write A
for Active and P for Passive on the blank before the number.
_____1. "Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it." -Henry David
Thoreau
_____2. “A person who won’t read has no advantage over one who can’t read.” – Mark Twain
_____3. "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched -
they must be felt with the heart." –
Helen Keller
_____4. “The only person who is educated is the one who has learned how to learn and
change.”— Carl Rogers
_____5. "If you look at what you have in life, you'll always have more. If you look at what you
don't have in life, you'll never have
enough." -Oprah Winfrey
Source: https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/famous-quotes

III. Let’s Apply What We Learned

Activity 4: EVALUATE ME
Below is a transcript of then Mayor Duterte’s introduction during the Presidential Debate
2016 held in Cagayan de Oro. (You can listen/watch in this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5S4APX1TUE). Listen/read the introduction and then
answer the following questions in two to three sentences only.

Good day! It’s good that Miriam is here. She’s one of the two only qualified to run this country
as president. I am here because there is so much criminality, drugs are flooding the country,
calling the attention of the national government, and there is so much corruption in government.
I propose that if I am president, I would get rid of criminality, drugs, and corruption. Just give
me 3-6 months and I will do it for you, I will deliver. Again, I said we cannot go for economic
growth unless we start with government. For as long as there are incompetent and corrupt
officials in our government, we would never reach our goal of a happy country. And so, I say
that you stand here, and you might consider what I’ve told you this afternoon.

1. Based on the introduction, aside from Duterte, who is the only person qualified to become
president of the Philippines?
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 Answer:__________________________________________________________________________________
2. What are the three things Duterte will eliminate if he wins?
Answer: _________________________________________________________________________________
3. Does the introduction shows fluency? Justify your answer.
Answer:___________________________________________________________________________________
4. Is there a smooth flow of words, sentences, and ideas? Justify your answer.
Answer:____________________________________________________________________________________
5. What is the speaker’s tone?
Answer: __________________________________________________________________________________
6. Was the delivery of the speech correct in terms of grammar, pronunciation, and
vocabulary? Justify your answer.
Answer:___________________________________________________________________________________

IV. Assessment
A. True or False: Write the word TRUE if the statement is true and FALSE if the statement is
incorrect.
_______1. Hearing is the same as listening.
_______ 2. Literary devices are needed to achieve cohesion.
_______ 3. Cohesion is synonymous with coherence.
_______ 4. Tone is the feelings felt by the readers/audience.

B. Access the link below on Cybersex Trafficking. After listening, answer the following
questions. Write the letter of the correct answer on your answer sheet.
https://www.660citynews.com/video/2019/01/21/cybersex-trafficking-increasing-at-
alarming-rate-advocates/ (for the news report transcript, refer to Appendix A, p. 15)

5. What country ranks third when it comes to cybersex trafficking?

a. Canada b. Egypt c. Philippines d. USA
6. How old is the youngest victim of cybersex trafficking?
a. one month old b. two years old c. two months old d. 12 years old
7. What is the general speakers’ level of fluency in the news report?
a. 4 - Easy, smooth flow of speech, and no unnecessary stop/pauses.
b. 3 - Has a generally smooth flow, with self-correction and little hesitation.
c. 2 - Speaks slowly, using hesitant or halting speech.
d. 1 - Makes no attempt or shows constant hesitation.
8. What is the overall tone of the news report?
a. Authoritative b. Casual c. Edgy d. Formal
9. What is the speakers’ level of correctness in terms of grammar, pronunciation, and
vocabulary?
a. Beginning b. Developing c. Competent d. Exemplary
10. What is the news report’s overall level of cohesion?
a. 4 - Shows cohesion with fully appropriate cohesive devices.
b. 3 - Shows cohesion with appropriate cohesive devices.
c. 2 - Uses a range of cohesive devices but not always appropriately.
d. 1 - Uses limited and inappropriate cohesive devices.

V. Reflection
What were some of the most interesting discoveries I have learned while studying the lesson?
How will I use what I've learned in the future?