Name: Irene Clyde Lacar Subject: Reading and Writing: Chronological Order

Grade & Section: 11-Quartz Date: 04/11/2023

"Checkmate: Irene’s Journey in the World of Chess"

As the sun rose on a crisp Friday morning, Irene was already awake and eager to face
her greatest challenge yet. The tournament was fast approaching, and Irene was determined to
show the world that her love for chess was more than just a hobby. With her game face on
and her strategies sharpened, Irene stepped up to the board, ready to prove her worth as a
master of the game.
Irene was a shy and reserved girl who loved nothing more than playing chess. She had
learned to play the game from her uncle when she was just a little girl, and since then, she
had devoted countless hours to perfecting her strategy and technique.
One day, Irene heard about a chess tournament being held at a Marcos National High
School (MNHS). She hesitated at first, unsure if she was ready to compete against other
skilled players, but her passion for the game won out. She signed up for the tournament and
spent the next few weeks practicing every day, determined to give it her all.
On the day of the tournament, Irene arrived at the Marcos National High School
(MNHS) feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. She saw dozens of other players
milling around, all studying their chess boards and sizing up their competition.
Irene took her seat at a small table, and her first opponent arrived. The game began,
and Irene’s nerves started to get the best of her. She hesitated, unsure of her next move, but
she quickly regained her composure and focused on the board in front of her.
As the game progressed, Irene found herself getting lost in the strategy and tactics of
the game. She forgot about her nerves and her opponent and lost herself in the chess board,
each move a new challenge to overcome. Finally, after several hours of play, Irene emerged
victorious. She had won her first chess match and felt a sense of accomplishment that she had
never experienced before.
Irene went on to play several more matches in the tournament, each one more
challenging than the last. But she never lost her passion for the game or her determination to
succeed. When the tournament ended, Irene was announced as the winner. She was overjoyed
and humbled, feeling as if she had truly found her calling. From that day forward, she
continued to play chess and inspire others to follow their passions and overcome their fears.
As the tournament came to a close, Irene sat at the board, basking in the glow of her
hard-earned victory. Her eyes sparkled with pride as she reflected on the long road that had
led her to this moment. She knew that her journey was far from over, but she was filled with
a sense of accomplishment and the knowledge that, with hard work and dedication, anything
was possible. Irene had proven to herself and the world that she was a true master of the
game, and she could hardly wait to see what other challenges lay ahead.
Name: Irene Clyde Lacar Subject: Reading and Writing: Spatial Order
Grade & Section: 11-Quartz Date: 04/11/2023

"Tranquil Sands: A Journey Through a White Sandy Beach"

The white sandy beach stretched out before me, a vast expanse of shimmering sand
and crystal-clear water. The sky above was a deep blue, dotted with fluffy white clouds that
seemed to go on forever. To my left, a dense jungle rose up, the trees reaching for the sky and
providing a backdrop of deep green against the blue and white of the beach. To my right, the
water lapped gently at the shore, the waves creating a soothing sound that washed over me.
As I walked along the beach, the sand felt soft and powdery beneath my feet, the
grains slipping between my toes as I went. The water was warm and inviting, and I could feel
its coolness as it splashed up against my ankles. A light breeze blew in from the sea, carrying
with it the scent of salt and the sound of seagulls calling out overhead.
Further down the beach, I saw a group of children playing in the sand, building castles
and chasing each other along the shore. A few couples strolled hand in hand, stopping every
so often to admire the beauty of the surroundings. And in the distance, I could see the outline
of a few small boats bobbing up and down on the water.
Looking out to sea, I could see a few sailboats and yachts in the distance, their white
sails billowing in the wind as they navigated the calm waters. Closer to shore, a group of
surfers rode the waves, their boards carving through the water as they chased the perfect
wave.
As the day wore on, the sun began to set, casting a warm orange glow over the beach.
The sky turned a deep shade of pink, and the clouds seemed to dance across the horizon. The
water turned a deep shade of blue, reflecting the colours of the sky above.
As I stood there, watching the sunset, I felt a sense of peace and contentment wash
over me. The beauty of the white sandy beach, with its sparkling water and lush
surroundings, filled me with a sense of awe and wonder. And as I took in the sights and
sounds of this magical place, I knew that I would always carry it with me, wherever I went.
Name: Irene Clyde Lacar Reading and Writing: Emphatic Order
Grade & Section: 11-Quartz Date: 04/11/2023

"The Joy of Being an Only Child: Finding Strength, Confidence, and Happiness"

As an ONLY CHILD who often felt LONELY and ISOLATED. Growing up without
siblings in my own age, Irene spent much of her time in her own company, reading books and
playing make-believe.
Despite her parents' efforts to give her everything she needed; Irene felt like
something was missing in her life. She longed for someone to share her secrets with, to laugh
and play with, and to have by her side during the good times and the bad.
But as Irene grew older, she began to discover the joys of solitude. She learned to
enjoy her own company, to appreciate the peace and quiet that came with being the only
child. She found comfort in the fact that she could do what she wanted, when she wanted,
without having to worry about anyone else's opinions or needs.
And as Irene became more comfortable in her own skin, she began to realize that
being an only child had its advantages. She had the UNDIVIDED ATTENTION and
SUPPORT of her parents, who were able to DEVOTE their TIME and RESOURCES to
help her ACHIEVE her DREAMS.
With their GUIDANCE and ENCOURAGEMENT, Irene blossomed into a
CONFIDENT, INDEPENDENT young woman who was able to TACKLE any
CHALLENGE that came her way. And although she still occasionally felt a twinge of
loneliness, she knew that she had everything she needed WITHIN HERSELF to be HAPPY
and FULFILLED.
In the end, Irene discovered that being an only child was not a curse, but a
BLESSING. It had given her the SPACE and FREEDOM to grow into the PERSON she
was meant to be, and had TAUGHT her that TRUE HAPPINESS comes not from
EXTERNAL FACTORS, but from WITHIN.
And so, Irene learned that being an only child was not a limitation, but a unique
opportunity to DISCOVER HERSELF and develop her own STRENGTHS. She found
solace in the SUPPORT and ATTENTION of her parents and gained the CONFIDENCE
to face life's CHALLENGES on her own.
The story of Irene teaches us that no matter what our circumstances may be, we have
the POWER to shape our own DESTINY. By embracing our STRENGTHS, learning from
our WEAKNESSES, and finding HAPPINESS within ourselves, we can create a life that is
FULFILLING and REWARDING.
So, whether we have siblings or not, let us all remember the lessons of Irene and
STRIVE to make the most of every OPPORTUNITY that comes our way. For it is in the
journey of self-discovery that we find our true PURPOSE and MEANING in life.