Linear Texts- Refer to what you were asked to in the will help you in identifying that you are

re given an
introduction part. These are the traditional opinion and not a fact.
texts that need to be read from beginning to end in
order for you to grasp the presented Opinionated words:
information. I think, I believe, in my opinion.
- Other examples of these are novels, poems, short Opinion clues:
stories, and letters. Always I never, awful, best/worse
Other words:
Non-Linear Texts- Are texts with visuals, graphs, or Based on what I know, I am confident that
concept maps along with it. Unlike in linear
texts, one is not required to read from beginning to Introductory Words and Phrases:
end just to get the context. - I think - I believe - I feel
- In my opinion - The best - I strongly believe
CONCEPT MAPS - From my point of view - It’s my belief
- Are used when creating non-linear texts. - Based on what I know - I am convince
1. Bubble map- This may be used to describe a - Speaking for myself
word or concept. - I know you will have to agree that
2. Tree Map - This is used to classify ideas or - I am confident that
concepts into categories.
3. Venn diagram - This is used to state similarities Opinion Clues:
and differences of two concepts.
4. Flow Chart - This may be used to show the - Always/Never. - Awful/Wonderful
sequence of words, ideas, or concepts - Beautiful/Ugly - Better/Best/Worst - Delicious
5. Pie Chart - This is used to show parts or - Enjoyable/Horrible - Favorite - For/Against
segments as proportion, percentage, or fraction of - Good/ Bad - Inferior/Superior
the whole. - Oppose/Support - Terrible - Unfair
6. Bar Graphs - These may be used to show - Worthwhile
comparison between variables or concepts. Also,
they may be used to show frequency of events in
different classes or intervals. Dramatic monologue
A dramatic monologue is a literary or theatrical
OPINION MARKING SIGNALS work in which a character, often the speaker,
-Opinion marking signal are words or phrases used delivers a speech in a dramatic context.
to show feelings, emotions, and attitudes towards
something. They are helpful clues in the forms of The key is to provide insight into character’s psyche,
words and phrases that assist us in identifying motivations, and personality.
opinion statement.

- They are found mostly at the beginning of the

sentences an opinion is something which can’t be
proven, and they are based on someone’s thoughts,
feelings, and understanding. There are words that
CALL/VOCATION
- vocare” in Latin
- to call/calling
- a mission/ purpose
John the Baptist paved the way for Jesus by
preaching a baptism of repentance.
John the Baptist is called the forerunner of Jesus
because he prepared the people for the
coming of Jesus
John invited the people to prepare for the coming
of the Messiah by repenting from their sins and
seek for forgiveness through baptism where they
are immersed in water.
John's clothing was made of camel's hair and his
food locusts and honey. He lives the deserts.
John has angered the Pharisees because he
exposed their evildoings.
John made it clear that "one mightier than I am is
coming after me", for which he was referring to
Jesus.
WATER - symbolizes turning away from sin and
- Cleansing and purity
ANOINTING WITH OIL OF CHRISM
- receive the gift of the holy spirit who empowers
and strengthens us.
WHITE GARMENT/CLOTH
- clothed with the dignity of being adopted sons
and daughter of God.
- symbolize innocence and purity
LIGHTED CANDLE
- we receive the light of Christ who illumines our
path and vanish the darkness.
GODPARENTS
- teach and guide us in the faith and models in our
Christian life.
OIL - Used for strengthening, healing, and
anointing.
WHY IN THE CHURCH?
The Church is the Family of God in which we are
called to belong.
- The Church is the Body of Christ here on earth.
In Baptism we become adopted children of God
- We meet Jesus, accept Jesus, and commit to
follow Jesus.
- We become “alter Christus” (another Christ)
- A moment of conversion – a turning away from
the old life and facing to accept the new life.
THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS
TEMPTATION
-is like a life’s shortcut
- is an invitation to evil but it’s not a sin
- becomes sin depending on what we do upon it
CONCUPISCENCE- is the attraction to evil “we were
created good”, but sin entered the world.
WHY WAS JESUS TEMPTED?
The temptations of Jesus represent human
weaknesses. Jesus can sympathize with our
struggles and give us the exact help we need to
resist temptation.
WHEN DO WE EXPERIENCE TEMPTATION?
Satan will always present evil as something good or
pleasant.
Temptation is a TEST because it challenges you to
prove your love for God by choosing to do good.
Temptation is deceiving.