DAILY School Fort Bonifacio High School Grade level 8

LESSON Teacher ARLENE A. STA. MARIA Teaching Date APRIL 1-5

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Sections DOMINGO, ESCURO, FABELLA, FRONDA, GOMEZ Learning Area English 8

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A. Content Standards:
B. Performance Standards:
C. Learning
Competencies/Objectives:
Write the LC Code for each
The learner demonstrates understanding of: South and West Asian literature as an expression of philosophical and religious beliefs; information flow in
various text types; reality, fantasy, and opinion in listening and viewing materials; word decoding strategies; and use of information sources,
active/passive constructions, direct/reported speech, perfect tenses, and logical connectors in journalistic writing.
The learner transfers learning by composing a variety of journalistic texts, the contents of which may be used in composing and delivering a memorized
oral speech featuring use of properly acknowledged information sources, grammatical signals for opinion-making, persuasion, and emphasis, and
appropriate prosodic features, stance, and behavior.
1. Use appropriate grammatical 1. Use appropriate grammatical 1. Use appropriate grammatical 1. Use appropriate grammatical
signals or expressions suitable to signals or expressions suitable to signals or expressions suitable to signals or expressions suitable to
each pattern of idea development each pattern of idea development each pattern of idea development each pattern of idea development
(general-to-particular, claim and (general-to-particular, claim and (general-to-particular, claim and (general-to-particular, claim and
counterclaim, problem-solution, counterclaim, problem-solution, counterclaim, problem-solution, counterclaim, problem-solution,
cause-effect, and others); and cause-effect, and others); and cause-effect, and others); and cause-effect, and others); and
2. Identify the types and functions 2. Identify the types and functions 2. Identify the types and functions 2. Identify the types and functions of
of signal words. of signal words. of signal words. signal words.

Grammatical Signals in Paragraph Development

I. LEARNING RESOURCES
D. References
1. Teacher’s Guide Pages

2. Learner’s Materials Pages

3. Additional Materials from

Learning Resource (LR)
portal
4. Other Learning Resources English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 1:
Grammatical Signals in Paragraph
Development
First Edition, 2020
English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 1: Grammatical
Signals in Paragraph Development
First Edition, 2020
English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 1: Grammatical
Signals in Paragraph Development
First Edition, 2020
English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 4 – Module 1: Grammatical
Signals in Paragraph Development
First Edition, 2020
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II. PROCEDURES

A. Reviewing Previous Lesson or Checking and reviewing of the

Presenting the New Lesson assignment:

Let’s check your answers in What’s

More and What I Can Do.

B. Establishing a Purpose for the Objectives of the Lesson:

Lesson
This lesson is here to help you use
grammatical signals or expressions
applicable to each pattern of writing
or idea development. After going
through this lesson, you are
expected to:
1. use appropriate grammatical
signals or expressions suitable to
each pattern of idea development
(general-to-particular, claim and
counterclaim, problem-solution,
cause-effect, and others); and
2. identify the types and functions
of signal words.

C. Presenting Examples/Instances of What’s In?

the Lesson
Grammatical signals are used to
connect ideas together to come up
with effective sentences or
paragraphs. They are used in
various modes of paragraph
development such as general to
specific, claim and counterclaim,
problem-solution, cause-effect, and
others.

The Makati High School library is

conducive for learning. It is located
on the second

floor of the B building near the

Ruben H. Santos (RHS) Hall. It is
accessible to all

students who wish to study during

their free time specifically before or
after their class.

It is air-conditioned. One will feel

quite comforted when he or she
enters the library as

the soothing temperature or

relaxing smell of silence welcomes
him or her.

Although relatively small compared

to other school libraries, its tables,
chairs, racks,

and shelves are well-arranged,

giving more space for moving
around. Its collections of

books, periodicals, journals, and

other references are neatly placed
and labelled properly

allowing visitors to easily locate or

find what they are looking for. The
school librarian

is very accommodating and friendly

too, thus, motivating more students
to come, stay,

study, or do some research works

in the library. Some teachers are
also conducting

their remedial classes in the library

when it is not loaded with students.
Hence, the use

of the library is well-maximized.

1. What is the main idea of the

above paragraph?

A. The library is conducive for

 learning.

B. It is located on the second floor.

C. It is air- conditioned.

D. The librarian is accommodating

and friendly.

2. Which of the following is not a

supporting detail to the main idea or

topic sentence of the paragraph?

A. The library is very accessible to

all students who wish to study

before, during and after the class.

B. Its tables, racks and shelves are

well-placed giving more space for

breathing and moving around.

C. Its collections of books, journals

and other references are neatly

stacked and arranged.

D. The library is conducive for

learning.

3. How is the paragraph being

developed?

A. Descriptive B. Exposition C.
Cause-effect D. Narration

D. Discussing New Concepts and
Practicing New Skills #1
What’s New?
Connect your thoughts/ideas to
mine! Let’s do this orally.
A. Study the underlined words
below. Notice how they are used in
the paragraph.
Money indeed is not always the
basis or source of happiness. While
What’s More?
IDENTIFYING SIGNAL WORDS
Inside the box are signal words.
Place or categorize each word
according to its use or
function indicated below.
as a consequence
What Is It? .
Here, the writer loves writing poems
because it results in making him or
her alive and
productive.
▪ Common signal words introduce
an example, introduce an opposite
idea, or show an exception, show
it is true that so that emphasis, addition, comparison or
you can buy anything with money a central issue contrast, illustration, and cause and
which makes you happy, still that above all effect. To choose the right signal
happiness seems to summarize words. One must clearly know
and sounds shallow. True in other words about its functions presented in the
happiness lies first on being at for instance list below.
peace with yourself, learning to demonstrate
to accept all the things you are additionally Signal Words To show…
capable or incapable of doing. furthermore 1. Example
Second, avoid comparing likewise Specifically, in this case, to
yourself with others. For the similarly illustrate, for instance, for
moment you do compare, you will as a result example, one example of this is, to
just end up unhappy. as well as demonstrate, on this
Next, learn also to accept your ultimately occasion
weaknesses and do something to just like
turn these weaknesses to illustrate 2. Contrast/exception
into strengths. Afterwards, you will especially relevant Alternatively, in contrast, on the
come to discover your limitless other hand, but, despite,
abilities as you are Categories: despite, still, instead, whereas,
also able to make threats as an 1. Cause and effect even though, nevertheless,
opportunity for you to succeed. ___________________ while, however, one could also say,
Finally, contentment 2. Addition yet
creeps in the moment you realize ___________________ 3. Additional idea
and accept that salt and sugar are 3. Summary Accordingly, in accordance with
two entirely ___________________ Agreement
different entities. The ant takes only 4. Comparison Additionally, as well as, in addition,
the sugar, not the salt. And so, you ___________________ again, also, another,
do, accept and 5. Example finally, first, first, for one thing,
love who you really are, and you ___________________ furthermore, last of all
will live happily and contentedly. 6. Emphasis 4. Sequence/order
1. What do you think are the ___________________ After, finally, at this point in time, at
underlined words? How do they this time, eventually,
function in the first, followed by, last, before,
given paragraph? meanwhile, previously, second,
2. How are the sentences or the subsequently, concurrently, and
paragraph being developed? then, next, third,
3. Why do you think these words simultaneously, ultimately
are important in sentences and 5. Time
paragraphs? After, at this point, soon before,
earlier, finally, at this time,
initially, previously, prior to,
immediately, thereafter, later,
formerly, then, during
6. Comparison/Contrast
A different view is, balanced
against, but, conversely, even so,

E. Discussing New Concepts and
Practicing New Skills #2
in contrast, on the contrary, on the
other hand, nevertheless,
still, unlike, differing from, yet,
however, notwithstanding,
otherwise, likewise, by comparison,
similarly, like, balanced
against, just like, whereas another
way to view this, while
7. Cause and effect
And so, as a result, consequently,
for this reason, therefore,
thus, as a consequence, hence, so
that, because, cause,
effect, if…then, result in
8. Summary/Conclusion
As a result, in other words, to
conclude, hence, in conclusion,
thus, finally, summing up, therefore,
consequently, on the
whole, ultimately, as shown, in
summary, to summarize, in
brief
9. Emphasis
Important to note, most of all, a
significant factor, a primary
concern, a key feature, the main
value, especially relevant or
valuable, most noteworthy,
remember that a major event, the
chief outcome, the principal item,
pay particular attention to,
the chief factor, a vital force, above
all, a central issue, a
distinct quality, especially relevant,
should be noted, the
most substantial issue.
What Is It?
Transitions or signal words help
you follow the direction of a writer’s
thoughts. They
are like signposts on the road that
guide the traveler.
Study the following sentence: I love
writing poems. It makes me feel
 alive and
productive.

▪ The sentences indicate that the

writer loves writing poems because
it makes him
or her alive and productive.
▪ To show specificity, the signal
word “because” can be used.
▪ To change the relationship
between the sentences, other
transition words can be
used. Transitions (or signal words)
are words and phrases that show
the
connection between ideas.
▪ To illustrate how transitional
devices or signal words guide us,
here are the
similar sentences, however, this
time with another transition word:
I love writing poems; hence, it
makes me feel productive and
alive.
Here, the writer loves writing poems
because it results in making him or
her alive and
productive.
▪ Common signal words introduce
an example, introduce an opposite
idea, or
show an exception, show
emphasis, addition, comparison or
contrast,
illustration, and cause and effect.

F. Developing Master What I Can Do?

(Leads to Formative Assessment 3)
As an assignment, do What’s More
and What I Can Do in Module 1.
Write your answers in a sheet of
paper.
Test your knowledge on signal
words! Underline the signal words
in the paragraphs below. The
number provided in the
parentheses is your clue as to how
many signal words are present in
the given selection.
 1-3. No matter how challenging the
current situation brought by this
global pandemic, one must always
remain positive regardless of the
circumstances. Because our
thoughts control our actions, we
must stay calm and optimistic.
Therefore, it is very important to
always think and feel positive. One
important thought to keep in mind
as once said by Pope Francis is for
us to “Think well, feel well and do
well”. By doing so, one can surely
win over this global pandemic. (3
signal words)

4-7. Success requires a lot of

efforts or hard work. For example, if
you want to be a lawyer someday
you must work for it. Also, bear in
mind that there is no short cut nor
easy way towards achieving your
dreams. Moreover, as a universal
truth, “Success is not only for the
few and favored one; but for those
who are determined”. True in its
sense, “If there is a will, there is a
way”. Therefore, with a combined
effort and determination success is
surely within your reach. (4 signal
words)

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IV. PROCEDURES

G. Making Generalizations and What I Have Learned?

Abstractions about the Lesson
H. Evaluating Learning As an assignment, answer What I
Have Learned, Assessment and
Additional Activities in Module 1.
1. What are signal words?
2. Enumerate the functions of signal
words and provide at least 3
examples under
each. Present your answer through a
table
Assessment:
Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of
Write your answers in a sheet of
paper. We will check your answer
on the next meeting.
the best answer. Write the chosen
letter on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. Many people who are born with
silver spoons had never known
poverty. Consequently, they never
experienced how it is to have
nothing. On the other
hand, people who are born poor,
know how to value every single cent
for they have experienced working
all day under the extreme heat of the
sun just to earn a living.
How many signal words are present
in the paragraph?
A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
2. What mode of paragraph
development is employed in the
sentence below?
Parents, on the other hand, cannot
understand how children of this
generation (regarded as the digital
natives) behave.
A. Contrast B. Emphasis
C. Problem-solution D. Cause and
effect
3. Many people who are born with
silver spoons had never known
poverty. Consequently, they never
experienced how it is to have
nothing. The mode of paragraph
development used is
_______________.
A. Contrast B. Emphasis
C. Problem-solution D. Cause-and-
effect
4. One of the most played online
games among the digital natives is
the mobile legends. Even children,
skip meals and even go to bed late
just to play the game.
A. Narrative B. Emphasis
C. Problem-solution D. Descriptive
5. For instance, I opted to accept the
things and situations that I cannot
change and embrace it. I even
decided to remain calm and positive
amid the challenges and problems
brought by this global pandemic.
A. Cause-and-effect C. Descriptive
B. Example D. Problem-solution

6. Indeed, one of the most important

values a Filipino possesses is his or
her resiliency. He or she can stand
the test of time for he or she remains
positive amid the negativity and
challenges brought by the global
pandemic.
To what signal word does the
underlined expression belong?
A. Emphasis word C. Addition words
B. Comparison D. Contrast

7. If you are to write a comparison-

contrast as a mode of writing, which
of the following signal words are
appropriate for you to use?

A. Additionally, as well as, in addition

B. Likewise, similarly, on the other
hand, notwithstanding, otherwise,
C. Last, before, meanwhile,
previously
D. And so, as a result, consequently,
for this reason

8. How you react with the global

pandemic of today will determine the
kind of behavior you have in facing
future crises. It is important to note
that if you cannot change the current
situation, all you need to do is to
change your attitude
towards it. What signal word is the
underlined expression?
A. Contrast C. Comparison
B. Emphasis D. Illustration
 9. What appropriate signal words will
you be using if you wish to write a
cause-andeffect paragraph?
A. as a result, consequently, hence
B. furthermore, in addition, as well as
C. soon, before, later, earlier
D. like, while, another way to view
this

10. Martha really cherished her

summer vacation in her mother’s
province. The long and tiring travel
going to her mom’s place was
replaced by ecstatic feeling of
amazement as the calming and
relaxing view of the surrounding
embraced her. The surroundings
engulfed with mango trees, rice
plants, corn, as well as the sweet
smell of hay piled in the pyramid
made her forget the stresses she
had when she was in the City. She
had overcome her anxiety
particularly her fear for the unseen
which is the covid-19. To her, she no
longer wanted to go back to the
metro, all she wanted was to stay
and be free and enjoy the everyday
scenery in the province. How she
wished that things would work out for
good and that her parents would
allow her to stay with her
grandparents and just continue her
schooling in the province.

What mode of writing was used in

the above paragraph?
A. Descriptive C. Problem-solution
B. Cause-and-effect D. Claim and
counterclaim
I. Additional Activities for Additional Activities
Application or Remediation
Direction: Write an original sentence
using the transition indicated.
1. for example
 2. as well as
3. unlike
4. consequently
5. a significant factor

V. REMARKS

VI.REFLECTION
A. No. of learners who earned 80% in
the evaluation

B. No. of learners who require

additional activities for remediation

C. Did the remedial lessons work? No.

of learners who have caught up with
the lesson

D. No. of learners who continue to

require remediation

E. Which of my teaching strategies

work well? Why did these work?

F. What difficulties did I encounter

which my principal or supervisor can
help me solve?

G. What innovations or localized

materials did I used/discover which I
wish to share with other teachers?
Prepared by: Checked by: Checked by:

(SGD) LILIA F. PANTALEON CHERRY ROSE POLERO CREENCIA, LPT ALIXANDER HABAN ESCOTE, MA
Subject Teacher Head Teacher VI, English Department Principal III