Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education (DepEd)

Region VIII (Eastern Visayas)
ASUNCION S. MELGAR NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Pob. Zone II, Capoocan, Leyte

Cindy N. Mislos Grade and Section: X- Darwin, Newton, Copernicus, Pascal Galileo
Class Schedule: M-F 7:45 – 8:45; 8:45-9:45; 10:00-11:00; 3:00-4:00

A LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 10

I. OBJECTIVES:
* MELC-Based Competency: Formulate a statement of opinion and assertion.
II. SUBJECT MATTER:

A. Topic: Opinion and Assertion

B. Reference: English 10, Quarter 2 Week 3
C. Materials: MELC-Based Curriculum Guide, Modules, Powerpoint Presentation

III. PROCEDURE:

A. PRELIMINARIES
a. Prayer and Greetings
b. Checking of Attendance
c. Presentation of Objectives
B. LESSON PROPER
I. ACTIVITY
Direction: Examine the sentences below:
a. Filipinos become cautious with their health during this pandemic.
b. I think eating banana keeps you away from corona virus.

II. ANALYSIS
Process Questions:

1. Which statement can be proven as true or false?

2. Which statement cannot be proven at all?

III. ABSTRACTION
OPINION
 It is defined as a view, judgment, or appraisal drawn from facts
 It is usually a concept or impression based on factual evidence.

Example:
“ The Philippines is one of the best tourist destinations on the planet”.

ASSERTION
 Is a declaration or expression of strong belief towards a particular topic often
without evidence.
 It usually includes forceful or confident and positive statements regarding a belief
or a fact.
 In contrast to an opinion, an assertion, which is usually subjective, expresses
vindication, mostly with no support or evidence.
 Example:
“The Philippines is the happiest country in the world”.

Commonplace assertions or stereotypes

 These are statements that sound true but are generally based on common
opinions.
Example:
1. Men are always stronger than women.
2. Blue is for boys while pink is for girls.

SIGNAL WORDS for commonplace assertions or stereotypes

I believe…. It could be said that…. Must Cannot
In my opinion…. I am sure that…. Never Best
Without question….. I feel that… Always/All

TYPES OF ASSERTION
1. Basic Assertion – is a type of assertion that directly expresses the writer’s feelings and
beliefs through simple statements. This type is usually used in standing up for personal
beliefs. This is usually used in writing formal papers like thesis and dissertation.
Example:
1. The writer is well-versed in the Spanish culture.
2. The character is an epitome of good daughter.

b. Emphatic Assertion – involves expressing empathy and expounding on how the writer
understands the feelings and emotions of the literary author. This type may be used in both
formal and informal writing.
Example:
1. Having Spanish origin, the author loves topics about Spanish culture.

c. I-Language Assertion – expresses the feelings and preferences of the writer. This type is
called I-language because the writer usually uses the pronoun “I” in asserting disagreement or
if the author wants to express negative feelings or opinions. This type is often used in writing
reviews, reaction or reflection papers.
Example:
I Like how the author explores the Spanish culture.

Keep in mind that statement of OPINION…

 Usually starts with signal phrases such as I think or I believe and have words like
best, worst, beautiful, outstanding or should.
 Has to do with one’s preferences or emotions.

Examples:
1. Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor of ice cream sold.
2. Ice cream sundaes should always come with a cherry on top.
3. I think my outlook in life was changed by the pandemic.

On the other hand, the statement of ASSERTION…

 Does not start with the phrase I think or I believe.
 Is considered a declaration, as if were true even though it may not be.

OPINION ASSERTION FACT

 Cannot be proven as true Somewhat true, true
Somewhat false
( a belief of someone) (a belief of someone)
Cannot be proven at all May be proven as true or
false

IV. APPLICATION
Categorize each statement as OPINION or ASSERTION.
1. My last summer is the best summer ever.
2. I think my car payments are too expensive.
3. Art lifts a human spirit.
4. An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
5. The legal age for drinking should be lowered to sixteen.
6. Stephen Curry seems like the new Kobe Bryant in NBA.
7. I think orange is the brightest color.
8. New York offers diversified opportunities for person’s career.
9. People nowadays have become cruel to animals.

Generalization:
1. In your own words, what is opinion? Assertion?
2. How do they differ from each other?
3. What are their similarities?

V. EVALUATION
Direction: Underline the term that best completes the meaning of each sentence. Choose from
the options provided inside the parentheses.
1. An assertion of strong belief towards a particular topic is called a/an
( fact/ opinion/ assertion).
2. It is best to formulate literary assertions (before / while / after) reading a literary work.
3. A/An (fact / opinion / assertion) is any view or judgment drawn from facts.
4. A type of literary assertion that directly expresses beliefs or opinions about something is
known as ( basic / emphatic / i-Language) assertion.
5. A/An ( fact / opinion / assertion) is written to convey the writer’s ideas or feelings
towards a certain work of literature.
6. Involves expressing empathy and expounding on how the writer understands the feelings
and emotions of the literary author is called a/an ( empathic/ basic/ I-Language).
7. The writer usually uses the pronoun “I” in asserting disagreement (empathic / basic / I-
Language)
8. These are statements that sound true but are generally based on common opinions
(commonplace assertion / opinion / fact )
9. The article about COVID-19 cases is the worst I’ve read in a while. ( opinion / fact /
assertion )
10. The Philippines is the happiest country in the world. (opinion / fact / assertion)

VI. ASSIGNMENT
Direction: Write a short essay about any familiar topic or issue you have in mind. Make sure
to formulate opinions and assertions that you will include in your writing. It must be neatly
written on 1 whole sheet of paper. Follow the proper format in writing an essay. Use the
rubrics below as your guide in evaluating your work.

CRITERIA 5 4 3 2 1

Content (formulated opinions and assertions)

Development/Organization (has strong organizational plan;

has logically arranged statements from the most important
to the least important or vice-versa)
Language Mechanics and Conventions (displays minor
spelling, punctuation and grammatical errors)
TOTAL

Prepared by:

CINDY N. MISLOS
Teacher I

Checked by:

EVANGELINE A. CANABE
MT-1, Language Department Head

Noted and Approved:

ANECITA A. EMPINO, D.M.

School Head, Principal III