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Independent Activity 1

Match Column A with Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided.

A B

__________1. Text structure that tells the conflict and a. problem and
how it is resolved. solution

__________2. Signal words/phrases that follow b. first, after, last, how

compare and contrast text structure. to, then

__________3. Text structure that discusses what c. cause and effect

specifically is being described.

__________4. Signal words/phrases that follow d. description

problem and solution text structure.

__________5. Text structure used to show e. both, the same as,

chronological events or a list of alike, however, unlike,
sequential instructions. in contrast to

__________6. Signal words/phrases that follow f. therefore, fortunately,

sequence text structure. challenge, issue,
solution

__________7. Signal words/phrases that follow text g. compare and

structure of cause and effect. contrast

__________8. Text structure that tells how things are h. in order to, so,
similar or different. result, led to, thus

__________9. Text structure that tells what happened i. Sequence

and how it happened.
__________10. It is how the text is organized. j. key structure

Independent Activity 2

Identify the text structure of the given main idea of the paragraph. Write the letter on
the space provided.

A. Description B. Cause and Effect C. Problem and Solution

D. Sequence E. Compare and Contrast

____________1. This paragraph teaches the readers on ways in saving their pocket
money.

____________2. This paragraph recounts the history of the Philippines government in

order and time.

____________3. This paragraph talks about comparison of traditional Filipino games

and nowadays games.

____________4. This paragraph tells how proper handling of gadget stops addiction to
it.

____________5. This paragraph tells how humans care their dogs and its result to their
relationship.

____________6. This paragraph tells the process of water cycle.

____________7. This paragraph tells about the beautiful sceneries that you can find in
Bataan.

____________8. This paragraph discusses how cutting of trees resulted to soil erosion
and flash flood.

____________9. This paragraph discusses the similarities and differences in riding in a

tricycle and jeepney.
___________10. This paragraph explains how teamwork helps in doing school project.

Independent Activity 3

Identify the key structure in the following paragraph. Then, write the signal words.

1. If your younger brother is hungry, cook him scrambled egg. It is easy to prepare.
First, prepare your needed ingredients such as egg and salt. Next, beat the egg then add
salt. Lastly, heat the pan with oil and pour the beaten egg. Now, you have scrambled
egg for your brother.

a. _____________________________

b. ____________________________________________________________________________

2. Amidst of the Covid- 19 pandemic, Filipinos rise together, and uplift the spirit of
Bayanihan to fight it. Filipino frontliners such as: medical workers, policemen,
government workers, volunteers, and other non-medical persons give their help by
rendering their most time to take good care the Covid patients; preventing the disease
from spreading out; and to give the basic services for others. More so, other Filipinos
work hand-in-hand, by sending their donations whether in- kind or in-cash particularly
to those who need it most.

a. _____________________________

b. ____________________________________________________________________________

3. Massive cutting down of trees in forest is done because of commercial purposes like
construction of buildings or residence, oil and mining exploitation, and to make
highways and roads. This leads to deforestation and loss of habitat for local wildlife and
their extinction.

a. _____________________________
b. _____________________________________________________________________________

4. Dr. Jose Rizal and Gat. Andres Bonifacio are both heroes of our country. They both
fought for our country with great courage and devotion. However, they fought for our
country in a different manner. Dr. Jose Rizal fought his battles using his pen. He wrote
poems and novels of heroism and love for our country. While, Gat Andres Bonifacio
fought his battles, using his sword in many battlefronts.

a. _____________________________

b. _____________________________________________________________________________

5. Getting sick is a big challenge. It will make you weak and uneasy to do things. More
so, buying medicine will make additional expenses for you. Therefore, you need to take
care of yourself by eating the right kind of food, drink eight to twelve glasses of water,
have enough sleep, and regular exercise. Doing such will make you healthy and avoid
getting sick.

a. _____________________________

b. _____________________________________________________________________________