Lesson Plan in English 8

Date: September 11, 2023

Section: 8-Darwin
Teaching Hours: 2hrs
MELCS/CODE
Determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local culture by noting context clues.
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I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the session, the learners would be able to:
 Give the meaning of context clues and its types
 Practice unlocking unfamiliar words in different texts by finding context clues
 Appreciate the importance of re-reading in finding context clues

II. SUBJECT MATTER

Topic: CONTEXT CLUES
References: google searches, https://www.lexialearning.com/resources/?resourceType=124
Materials: laptop, pictures
Quarter: 1
Module: 1

III. PROCEDURE

A. Preparation
 Prayer
 Greetings
 Checking of Attendance

B. Motivation
Now, please look at these pictures. Observe them.

Activity: Look at the following pictures. Observe it in a minute.

Ask these questions:

1. What are they holding?
2. What do you think they are doing?
3. What will you feel if you can’t find what you’re looking for?
4. If you look for something, what do you do?
C. Presentation
Just like a detective, we use clues. There are words/phrases around unfamiliar words that can help
us understand the meaning of a word.

Context clues are hints or "clues" that give you the sense of unfamiliar words in a text. Context clues are
hints in the passage, paragraph, or individual sentence.

These clues help us decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words in different ways.

Note: Encourage students to suggest words that fit in each blank and talk about other words in the sentence
that helped them make their suggestions. Providing scaffolded practice with words that students can pull
from their mental "word bank" builds confidence and proficiency with the strategy of looking for clues in
surrounding text.

TYPES OF CONTEXT CLUES

"CLUES" OR
TYPES DESCRIPTION "SIGNAL EXAMPLE
WORDS"
* Carnivores, that is, meat-
eaters, are the top of the food
 Commas (,) chain.
The author uses a
word having the  Semicolon (;) * My best friend squandered
same or nearly the  Dashes (-) all his money; his drinking and
Synonym same meaning as  Parenthesis ( ) gambling wasted all his
another word or  signal words or, earnings.
other words in a that is, in other * After seeing the picture of
sentence. words the starving children, we all
felt compassion or pity for
their suffering.

 But
* Mike’s parrot was
 However
loquacious, but Maria’s said
 Although very little.
The author uses  Otherwise
another word or  Unless * The gentleman was portly,
Antonym phrase that means but his wife was thin.
 Instead of
the opposite of an
unfamiliar word.  On the contrary * While Luis is hardworking,
 On the other hand his indolent brother spends
 While most of the time watching TV
or sitting around with friends.
 Unlike

Definition The author provides  is/are *Martha is a curator, a person

a direct (explicit)  is/are called who is responsible for looking
definition of an  is/are known as after a museum’s collection.
unknown word in
*Entomology is the study of
the sentence.
 insects.
 is defined as
 mean/s *Archeology is the scientific
 refers to study of prehistoric cultures by
excavation of their remains.

The meaning of an
unfamiliar word can *The monkey’s vociferous
be inferred chatter made me wish I had
(guessed) from the earplugs.
description of a Look for clues over
Inference situation. The author several words or *Katie’s belligerence surprised
provides non‐ sentences everyone. She threw her book
specific clues, often across the room, glared at
spread over the Chris, and then pushed him to
sentence or number the floor.
of sentences.

The author provides *Paula was suspended from

examples or school because of several
additional  For example infractions of the rules,
explanations or  For instance including smoking in the
summaries to help  Including bathroom and dressing
Example
you understand an  Such as improperly.
unfamiliar word.  Specifically to
The word is cleared *Celestial bodies, such as the
 Illustrate
up by giving an sun, moon, and stars, are
example. governed by predictable laws.

Importance of Context Clues

It helps us in giving meaning to unfamiliar words or expressions.
It helps us to become better and perceptive readers.
They come in handy when dictionaries or internet is not available.

Activity:
Directions: Read and analyze the paragraph below. List the five underlined words and give the meaning.
Write your answer on your notebook.

The Philippines is considered a melting pot which is a place where people of different races, religion,
beliefs, and tradition blend together as one. This diverse and varied culture makes Filipinos unique
from the rest of the world. Filipinos give much importance to their values. Despite of the modern
influence, they still retain their traditional practices. One of their trademarks is hospitality like
welcoming the guests with a big smile and treating them warmly. In times of challenges and
catastrophies, they don’t easily give up as resilience is one of their traits.

D. Analysis
Read the sentences below and practice finding context clues to get the meaning of the word. Guide the
students in answering with some questions.
  Since it was raining outside, I used my bumbershoot to keep me from getting wet. Umbrella/Inference
 The ranivorous hawk, an animal that eats frogs, is found in central and eastern Africa. Frog-eating/Def.

E. Abstraction
Ask the following questions to the students.
 Why is it important to practice analyzing context clues?
*to understand the whole text * to save time esp. when dictionaries/internet isn’t available
 What will happen if you don’t understand a word or expression in a sentence/statement?
*then there might be misunderstanding
 What skills should you use to understand the context easily?
*reading skills/vocabulary skills

F. Practice
Exercise A. Read each question carefully and write the letter of your correct answer in your
notebook. The word you are going to define is underlined.

1. No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is made with an
Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet connections as well.
The Internet is truly ubiquitous.
If something is ubiquitous, ________________.
a. it is fuzzy and will bite you c. it costs too much money
b. it is everywhere d. it causes rashes
2. Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!
In the above context, what does "rash" mean?
a. an itchy skin condition c. trying to disguise a piece of cheese
b. funny d. with little thought or consideration
3. Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you
think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while?
What does "bashing" mean in the above selection?
a. hitting hard with a heavy tool c. speaking or writing harshly about
b. going to too many expensive parties d. voting for a different candidate
4. Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life-saving research.
What does "esteemed" mean?
a. held over boiling water c. unable to chew gum
b. very old d. greatly admired
5. I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will be an
incentive for them to work harder.
What is the meaning of "incentive"?
a. a reason to do something c. a tax
b. a small amount of money d. a good job

Exercise B. Identify the types of context clues and meaning of each underlined word in the following
sentences. Write the type of context clues on the space provided before each number and the meaning on the
spaces after each sentence. Write your answers directly in your notebook.
_______ 1. Sam felt remorse, or shame, for his harsh words.
_______ 2. The manager wanted a weekly inspection, which is a methodical examination of all the
equipment.
 _______ 3. The feral cat would not let us pet him, unlike our friendly cat.
_______ 4. Pedagogical institutions, including high schools, kindergartens, and colleges, require
community support to function efficiently.
_______5. Frances was so famished that people felt sorry for her and gave her food to eat.

IV. ASSESSMENT
Directions: Read each sentence and determine the meaning of the word using cross sentence clues or your
prior knowledge. Then, explain what clues in the sentence helped you determine the word meaning.

1. Universal: Jim wanted to ask Janet to the dance, but he felt it a universally acknowledged truth that
popular girls like her didn’t go with unpopular guys like him.
Definition: ___________________________________________________________________________
What clues in the sentence lead you to your definition?
2. Extraordinary: Kevin may know how to layup a basketball, but my jump shot is extraordinary.
Definition: ___________________________________________________________________________
What clues in the sentence lead you to your definition?
3. Establish: Even though peace between the two formerly warring nations had been established for years
now, the solider still woke cold from dreams of battle.
Definition: ___________________________________________________________________________
What clues in the sentence lead you to your definition?
4. Scrupulous: I wanted to just set the table and be done with it, but my mother scrupulously arranged
each napkin, dish, and utensil until they were in perfect alignment.
Definition: ___________________________________________________________________________
What clues in the sentence lead you to your definition?
5. Consent: Jake asked his mother for permission to go to his friend Rodney’s dance party, stating that his
grades had improved, and he was quite pleased when she consented.
Definition: ___________________________________________________________________________
What clues in the sentence lead you to your definition?
V. ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY
Create a brochure about local cultures in the Philippines. With all your knowledge about context clues, apply
those insights as you write and design your brochure. Don’t forget to show your creative skills in making
your brochure. Enjoy and good luck!

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Preparatory Activity

Display related sentences with blanks for missing but not unfamiliar words.

For example:

Raymond was the youngest ___ in his family.

He had two sisters and one ___.

The family ___ in a little house.