Values 9 Name___________________________________ Score____________ 3rd Q

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Playing my Role in Nation-Building
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There is always a need for us, Filipinos, to stand up and be counted. In nation-building is not solely the concern of the
country’s leaders. It is the duty of everyone, young and old alike, to be concerned with current events, events that slowly weaken the
stability of the country. It is the duty of every Filipino to play an active role in nation-building. This is the essence of responsible
citizenship.
Educating for nationalism means educating for a national and social purpose. It means going beyond the controversial tasks of
training of a person to earn a living and developing his intellect, skills and character.
Educating for nationalism means consciously educating Filipinos to be Filipinos- Filipinos who will work for the Philippine
and the Filipino people. To be pro-Philippines and pro-Filipino, one must have national pride and a sense of national identity. Our
present educational system promote pride in our beautiful land, our tinikling and sampaguita, our Mayon and Banawe, our smiling
people. It promotes national identity, nationhood, but nationalism is more than nationhood.
As a democratic component since nationalists are first not only-pro Philippines but pro-Filipino people, they believe that any
gain accruing from the exercise of the political sovereignty and economic independence must favor the majority of our people
economically and in terms of their greater participation in government planning and decision-making.
Educating for nationals, therefore, also means developing in our youth a commitment to people’s right and determination to
help our people exercise those rights.
Patriotism and Responsible Citizenship
Responsible citizenship is basically between the government which develops policies and enact laws. A responsible citizen
obeys the laws of the land with all his heart. Patriotism is needed before a person can become a responsible citizen without patriotism ,
obeying the laws will be hard for any person living in a country which he/she is not loyal to.
In essence, patriotism is love of one’s country, which is demonstrated by supporting, serving, to be inspired by, and defending
our country. One becomes a responsible citizen through patriotism.
Here are some songs that can teach us how to be patriotic and nationalistic.
- “Mga kababayan Ko” by Francis Magalona
- “Magkaisa” by Virna Lisa
- “Isang Bandila” by Rivermaya
- “Ako ay Pilipino” by Kuh Ladesma
FT1. Which of the following practices and characteristics of Filipinos should be practiced? Put a check mark before the item.
_____1. Attending town fiestas
_____2. Participating in local games like tinikling, sungka, luksong baka, and the like
_____3. Actively joining fun run and other community gatherings
_____4. Joining pabasa ng pasyon during Holy Week
_____5. Giving food and drinks to those joining religious processions
_____6. Praying to God when sick
_____7. Observing silence when passing a church
_____8. Volunteering during calamities
_____9. Donating used clothes to fire victims
_____10. Showing “hospitality” to local and foreign visitors
FT2. How can you practice nationalism? Complete the following sentences:
1. I respect the Philippine flag because
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2. I make myself productive by
___________________________________________________________________________________
3. I am aware of the issues in my country such as ____________________________________________________________________
4. I stand proud for my fellow Filipinos’ achievement such as
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5. I patronize and support local products by
_________________________________________________________________________
6. I preserve the Filipino culture by
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7. I respect everyone and value Filipino traditions such as
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8. I speak in our language fluently because
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9. I remember and join the commemoration of our heroes’ sacrifices by
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10. I love my family, neighbors, and countrymen. I show this by ________________________________________________________
FT3. Explain the meaning of the quote below.
“In my heart I have suppressed all loves, except that of my native land; in my mind I have erased all ideas which do not signify her
progress; and my lips have forgotten the names of the native races in the Philippines in order not to say more than Filipinos.”
- Jose Rizal

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