Table of Contents

What I Know...................................................................................................................1
What’s In.........................................................................................................................2
What’s New.....................................................................................................................2
What’s More....................................................................................................................3-4
What I Have Learned......................................................................................................5
What I Can Do.................................................................................................................5
Assessment....................................................................................................................6
Additional Activities......................................................................................................6

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PURPOSES

What I Know
Directions: Read the following statements and answer the following questions. Write
the letter of your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. What is a thesis statement?
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a. It expresses the author’s opinion in a text. b. It is one’s claim on a given
topic. 8
c. It is the author’s comment on an issue. d. All of the above.

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2. In academic writing, a summarizes the main point or claim of an academic essay or
research paper.
a.
8 Thesis statement b. Paragraph c. Sentence d. Report
3. Thesis statement is developed, supported, and explained in the text by means of

A
examples and __________.
a. direct b. explanatory c.8 evidence d. answerable
4. Which is not true about thesis statements?
a. It serves as a roadmap of your paper.

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b. It states the main idea about the topic or issue.
c.8 A thesis statement can be a quote from a famous person.
d. A thesis statement requires evidence or proof
5. Usually, a thesis statement is placed at the end of an essay’s __________ but
sometimes it is not directly stated.
a. conclusion b. explanation c. topic sentence d.8 introduction
6. Which is true about thesis statements?
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 a. It is an announcement. b. It is a fact. c. It is arguable. d. It is a question.
7. How long should a thesis statement be?
a. one word b. one paragraph c. one sentence
8 d. one text
8. Which is a thesis statement?
a. Which is better, desktops or laptops?
b. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Education
c. Most Filipino students prefer modular learning to online learning.
d. The key to8 defeat this pandemic is discipline and self-control.
9. Which among the following is a strong thesis statement?
a. Research is an essential subject in Senior High School.
b.8 Corporal punishment is harmful as it only worsens children’s behavior.
c. J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, is a good writer.
d. Pollution and mining in the Philippines should be stopped.
10. Which is the most appropriate thesis statement on the use of educational technology in
schools?
a. Educational technology includes computers and other software application to aid classroom
learning.
b. What is educational technology?
c. This paper discusses the uses and benefits of educational technology in the classroom.
d.8 Educational technology is a helpful tool that improves students’ academic performance.
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LESSON 4 Thesis Statement

What’s In
Directions: Read and summarize the text given below applying effective summarizing
techniques. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Filipino children use mobile and computer technology in their daily lives for numerous
activities including surfing the net, playing computer games, logging in social networking sites, and
doing homework, the question of how this can affect their well-being and lifestyle becomes even
more relevant in the present time. This study aims to identify the positive and negative effects that
could possibly arise from the early exposure of Filipino children to these technologies in three areas:
(1) physically, (2) socially and (3) educationally. This article finishes with an evaluation of the
advantages and disadvantages of computer exposure tackled and a recommended use of such
devices.
More often than not, positive effects on physical well-being associated with mobile and
computer technology are not direct results of their actual use but are brought about when these
gadgets are utilized as a medium by programs and software dedicated to promoting overall physical
wellness. Examples of which are activity-promoting gaming systems and mobile games that
promote healthy eating (Subia & Tatel, 2014).

Summary:
Filipino children use mobile and computer technology in their daily lives for numerous activities
and the question of how it affects children become more relevant in the present time. This
study aims to identify the positive and negative effects children to these technologies in three
areas: (1) physically, (2) socially and (3) educationally.
When these gadgets are utilized as a medium to promote overall physical wellness, it
results to positive effects on physical well-being of Filipino children. Examples of which are
activity-promoting gaming systems and mobile games that promote healthy eating (Subia &
Tatel, 2014).
What’s New
Directions: Identify the following statements whether TRUE or FALSE. Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

FALSE 1. Third person point of view is used in making thesis statements. 5/5
TRUE 2. A thesis statement should be supported with facts to make it more effective and
convincing.
TRUE 3. A thesis statement provides direction of your paper.
TRUE 4. A thesis statement should be specific, not broad or general.
FALSE 5. A thesis statement should not be an argument about an issue to avoid confusion among
readers.

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What’s More
A. Directions: Read the academic text below and answer the Comprehension Questions. Write
your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

FOUR VALUES IN FILIPINO DRAMA AND FILM

Nicanor G. Tiongson

1) THERE IS NO doubt that cinema has risen as one of the most popular means of mass communication in
contemporary Philippines. Movie theaters dot cities, towns and other important commercial centers from
Aparri to Jolo. Through these theaters, Nora Aunor has truly become a national figure and tagalog has risen
to the status of a real national language. Indeed, movie theaters have become as important to us today as
churches were in the last century.

2) Because movies have become one of the most important means of communication, it is high time that the
Filipinos examined the values encountered in and propagated by, the movies. These values at the general
worldview arising from them inevitably mold the Filipino’s consciousness for better or for worse, in an
effective, if insidious, manner through stories that entertain.

3) Sad to say, the principal values encountered in most Filipino movies today are the same negative values
they have inherited from the traditional dramas which migrated, so to speak, from stage to screen, and
provided the latter, for the longest time, with both form, content and most of all, worldview. Four of these
values which we must single out for their prevalence, perseverance and perniciousness may be
encapsulated in the following statements: 1) Maganda ang Maputi (White is beautiful), 2) Masaya ang may
Palabas (Shows are the best), 3) Mabuti ang Inaapi (Hurrah for the Underdog!), and 4) Maganda pa ang
Daigdig (All is Right with the world)
Comprehension Questions:
1. What is the topic of the text?
The tour values in Filipino drama and film.

2. What is the thesis or main idea of the text?

The principal values encountered in most Filipino movies today are the same negative values have inherited
from the traditional dramas, which migrated . Cinema has risen as one of the most popular means of mass
communication in contemporary Philippines.

3. Was the thesis explicitly stated, or implicitly stated by the author?

The author explicitly states the thesis.
4. Was the text written in deductive order, or inductive order?
The text was written in deductive order.
5. Do you agree with the author’s claim or thesis? Why or why not?
I agree with the author’s claim because there are some evidences that proves the claim.

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B. Directions: Identify the thesis statement in each of the following passages.

1.
The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic is the defining global health crisis of our time
and the greatest challenge we have faced since World War II. Since its emergence in Asia
late last year, the virus has spread to every continent except Antarctica. Cases are rising
daily in Africa the Americas, and Europe.
Countries are racing to slow the spread of the virus by testing and treating patients,
carrying out contact tracing, limiting travel, quarantining citizens, and cancelling large
gatherings such as sporting events, concerts, and schools.
The pandemic is moving like a wave—one that may yet crash on those least able to
cope.

Thesis statement:
The coronavirus COVID19 pandemic is the defining global health crisis of our time and the
greatest challenge we have faced since World War II.

2. As the spread of COVID-19 continues, communities are being asked to reduce close
contact between people. This is called social distancing, and it is an important and effective
way to slow down the spread of this virus.
Because COVID-19 spreads from person to person, reducing the ways people come
in close contact with each other is essential. Social distancing means staying home as much
as possible and avoiding crowded, public places where close contact with others is likely.
This is why stay at home orders are in place in so many communities, canceling events and
gatherings of more than 10 people and closing shops, restaurants and bars. It is also why
many schools have moved to online learning.
Thesis Statement:
Social distancing is an important and effective way to slow down the spread of this virus.

3. Cyber-bullying has been a problem for a very long time. Due to the development of
our technology today, cyber-bullying has become one of the most difficult issues to resolve
in our society. Since cyber-bullying issues are more likely to happen at schools, social
networking, and mobile phones; teachers, principals, and parents are responsible for
monitoring, preventing, and punish cyber-bullying. The expectations of most parents in the
school are protection. Meanwhile, many staffs feel unprepared and unwilling to be
prosecutors and judges because they do not want to be sued for something done which
might seem right to them but not to others, especially to parents who are responsible for the
child's well-being.

Thesis Statement:
Due to the development of our technology today, cyber-bullying has become one of the most
difficult issues to resolve in our society.

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What I Have Learned

Directions: Answer the following questions to check whether you have learned the essential ideas
about thesis statements. Write your answer in the spaces below.

1. What is a thesis statement?

A thesis statement is the main idea or main point of an informational text. It serves as a
roadmap of the text you are reading and provides direction or purpose to the text. It can be
expressed anywhere in the selection or passage you are reading. It can be seen at the beginning,
middle or end of the text.

2. What makes a strong thesis statement?

The key elements for a strong thesis statement; it is not a fact, it is not a question, it is not an
announcement, it is not too broad, it is a complete sentence, it requires support, it takes a stand, it
is arguable.

What I Can Do
Directions: Make a strong thesis statement based on the given situation and supports.
Kindly check the sample below.
Example: Situation: You won in a raffle draw, and you were given a chance to choose any tourist
destination you would like to visit. Write about your dream place and explain why you would like to
go there.
Supports:
a. Palawan is a home to beautiful coral reefs and stunning beaches.
b. It is the best place for scuba diving and snorkeling.
c. The people in Palawan are friendly.

Thesis Statement: With stunning beaches and coral reefs, friendly people and a place for
exciting water activities, Palawan is the best place to relieve stress from the bustling noise
of a city.
1. Situation: Your friend from South Korea is looking for a place where he can spend his
summer vacation with his family.
Supports:
a. Philippines has many pristine beaches, and hot and cold springs.
b. Filipinos are warm, hospitable, and generous.
c. The travel and food expenses in the country are affordable.
Thesis Statement: With pristine beaches and hot and cold springs, hospitable people
and affordable expenses, Philippines is great for a summer vacation.

2. Situation: Your little brother is asking for help in his report on the positive and negative
effects of smartphones on children.
Supports:
a. Smartphones can be used for communication, anywhere, anytime.
b. Smartphones may cause mental health such as depression.
c. Smartphones may damage eyes and natural sleep cycle.
Thesis Statement: Smartphones have many advantages that makes our life better and
communicate faster. However, a number of disadvantages also appears through the year
that affects people’s health.

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Assessment
Directions: Complete the statements below by supplying the appropriate word. Get your answer
from the WORD BANK below.

WORD BANK 10/10

debatable unified road map main idea
vague
claim direction implied directly fact
1. The thesis statement is the main idea or main point of an informational text.
2. The thesis statement serves as a road map of the text you are reading.
3. The thesis statement provides direction or purpose to the text.
4. The thesis is often explicit; it is a sentence that forms part of the paper, and it is directly stated
in the text.
5. Implicit denotes something that is suggested or implied.
6. A good thesis statement is unified and expresses one main idea.
7. Writing a fact as a thesis makes no argument.
8. Avoid making vague and confusing thesis statements by making specific and focused thesis.
9. The thesis should clearly show your claim about a subject/topic.
10. The thesis should be contestable, debatable or argumentative.
Additional Activities
Directions: Provide three evidences/supporting details and write a thesis statement about any
current issue around you using the format below.
Topic: Cyberbullying

Evidence/Supporting Details:
Increasing number of people who use social media that results to toxicity in this platform.

Evidence/Supporting Details:
Cyberbullying causes depression to people at any age and other mental illness.

Evidence/Supporting Details:
Most of the victims of cyberbullying choose not to tell others to avoid further shame.

Thesis Statement:
With more people, especially teens are using smartphones and social media, cyberbullying
is on the rise. Cyberbullying causes mental illness to those who experienced it and may
increase number of youth suicide. Some victims do not have the courage to speak up and
just keep everything to themselves.

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