School: SAN VICENTE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Grade Level: 8

DAILY LESSON LOG Teacher: MERCURY SHANE D. SINATAO Learning Area: English
Teaching Dates & Time: Week 1 Quarter: 1st Quarter

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

I. OBJECTIVES
A. Content Standards HOLIDAY The learner demonstrates communicative competence through his/ her understanding of Afro-Asian Literature and other texts
types for a deeper appreciation of Philippine Culture and those of other countries.
B. Performance The learner transfers learning by composing and delivering an informative speech based on a specific topic of interest keeping in
Standards mind the proper and effective use of parallel structures and cohesive devices and appropriate prosodic features, stance, and
behavior.
C. Learning Determine the meaning of Determine the meaning of Determine the meaning of
Competencies/ words and expressions that words and expressions that words and expressions that
Objectives reflect the local culture by reflect the local culture by reflect the local culture by
( Write the Lode for noting context clues noting context clues noting context clues
each)
II.CONTENT Understanding the role of Introduction to cultural Local culture-specific words
( Subject Matter) context clues in determining vocabulary and expressions. and expressions
the meaning of culturally Context clues and their role in
specific words and determining word meaning. Context clues
expressions. Exploring local culture through
Analyzing cultural references language.
and their significance in local
texts.
III. LEARNING
RESOURCES
A. References
1. Teacher’s Guide MELC, CURRICULUM MELC, CURRICULUM GUIDE MELC, CURRICULUM
pages GUIDE GUIDE
2. Learner’s Material
pages
3. Textbook pages
4. Additional Materials
from Learning
Resource LR portal
B. Other Learning INTERNET (GOOGLE, INTERNET (GOOGLE, INTERNET (GOOGLE,
Resources YOUTUBE) YOUTUBE) YOUTUBE)
Reading passages, cultural
references, vocabulary lists
IV. PROCEDURE
A. Reviewing previous Knowing each other Begin the lesson by briefly Recap the strategies for
Lesson or presenting Spelling reviewing the main concepts determining the meaning of
 new lesson Pre-test
B. Establishing a purpose Explain to the students that
for the lesson the objective of the lesson is
to develop their ability to
determine the meaning of
words and expressions that
reflect the local culture by
paying attention to context
clues. Emphasize the
importance of understanding
cultural references to
enhance reading
comprehension.
C. Presenting examples/ Provide examples of texts,
instances of the new such as passages, poems,
lesson. or short stories, that contain
words or expressions
specific to the local culture.
Discuss the cultural
significance of these words
or expressions and explain
how context clues can help
in deciphering their
meaning.
D. Discussing new Introduce the concept of
concepts and practicing context clues and their role
new skills. #1 in understanding unfamiliar
words and expressions.
Discuss different types of
context clues, such as
synonyms, antonyms,
examples, explanations, and
comparisons. Model the
process of using context
clues to determine meaning
using specific examples.
E. Discussing new Provide additional examples
concepts and practicing of texts with cultural
new skills #2. references. Guide students
in identifying context clues
within the text to determine
the meaning of the words or
covered in the previous lesson
related to vocabulary and
context clues.
Explain to the students that the
objective of the lesson is to
develop their skills in
determining the meaning of
words and expressions that
reflect the local culture by
observing context clues.
Emphasize the importance of
understanding and appreciating
local language and expressions
as a way to connect with the
community and deepen cultural
understanding.
Provide examples of words or
expressions that are unique to
the local culture. Discuss their
meanings and how they reflect
the values, traditions, or beliefs
of the community. Encourage
students to share their own
examples or experiences with
culturally specific language.
Introduce the concept of context
clues and their role in
determining word meaning.
Explain different types of
context clues, such as
definitions, synonyms,
antonyms, examples, or
explanations, and how they can
provide hints to understand
unfamiliar words. Provide
examples and guide students
through analyzing context clues
to infer meaning.
Provide a selection of texts,
such as short stories, articles,
or poems, that contain words or
expressions reflecting the local
culture. Guide students through
close reading of the texts and
unfamiliar words using
context clues learned in the
previous lesson.
Explain that in this lesson,
the focus is on words and
expressions that reflect the
local culture. Discuss the
importance of understanding
and appreciating cultural
references in texts.
Share reading passages or
excerpts that contain words
and expressions specific to
the local culture. Guide
students in identifying
context clues that help
determine their meaning.
Discuss the cultural
significance of these words
and expressions.
Focus on identifying and
interpreting local culture-
specific words and
expressions using context
clues. Provide examples and
guide students in analyzing
the surrounding text to
decipher the meaning of
unfamiliar words or phrases.
Engage students in activities
that involve recognizing and
interpreting words and
expressions that reflect the
local culture. Provide
reading passages or texts
 expressions. Encourage
active participation and
discussion among students
to share their interpretations
and reasoning.
F. Developing Mastery Assign reading tasks or
(Lead to Formative activities that include texts
Assessment 3) with cultural references.
Instruct students to identify
the context clues and
determine the meaning of
the words or expressions
within the given cultural
context. Provide guidance
and support as needed.
G. Finding practical Engage students in a
application of concepts discussion about the
and skills in daily living practical applications of
recognizing cultural
references and using context
clues in real-life situations.
Explore scenarios where
understanding local cultural
expressions is essential,
such as interacting with local
communities, reading
regional literature, or
engaging in cultural events.
H. Making Generalizations Summarize the key concepts
and Abstraction about discussed during the lesson
the Lesson. and facilitate a class
discussion on the general
rules and strategies for using
context clues to determine
the meaning of culturally
specific words and
expressions. Encourage
students to reflect on the
importance of cultural
help them identify context clues
that can assist in determining
the meaning of these culturally
specific vocabulary items.
Encourage discussion and
collaboration among students to
explore different
interpretations.
Assign individual or group
activities where students need
to analyze texts or situations
and determine the meaning of
culturally specific words or
expressions based on context
clues. Provide feedback and
guidance as they practice their
skills in inferring meaning from
context.
Engage students in a
discussion about the practical
applications of determining
word meaning through context
clues in real-life situations.
Discuss scenarios where
understanding local cultural
vocabulary is essential, such as
when engaging in
conversations with community
members, reading local
literature, or participating in
cultural events. Encourage
students to share their
experiences or examples.
Summarize the key concepts
discussed during the lesson
and facilitate a class discussion
on the general rules and
strategies for determining word
meaning through context clues.
Help students recognize the
importance of cultural context in
language comprehension and
the value of exploring and
appreciating their local culture.
where students need to
identify cultural references
and discuss their
significance within the
context.
Provide opportunities for
students to practice
determining the meaning of
local culture-specific words
and expressions through
guided practice activities and
discussions. Assign reading
tasks where students
encounter such words and
expressions and ask them to
analyze the context to
understand their meaning.
Engage students in real-
world reading tasks that
involve encountering words
and expressions specific to
the local culture. Provide
relevant articles or passages
that include cultural
references and ask students
to interpret their meaning
and significance.
Summarize the key points
about determining the
meaning of words and
expressions that reflect the
local culture through context
clues. Discuss the
importance of understanding
local culture-specific
vocabulary in building
cultural awareness and
enhancing reading
 awareness in language
comprehension.
I. Evaluating Learning Section 1: Context Clues
In the sentence, "The
traditional dance was
accompanied by melodious
tunes and rhythmic beats,"
what does "melodious"
mean in this context?
a) Loud and boisterous
b) Lively and energetic
c) Pleasant-sounding and
tuneful
d) Monotonous and
repetitive
The sentence reads, "The
intricate artwork on the walls
depicted scenes from
ancient folklore." What does
"depicted" mean in this
context?
a) Removed or taken
down
b) Replicated or copied
c) Showed or represented
d) Enhanced or
embellished
Section 2: Local Culture
Expressions
During a cultural event, you
hear someone say "Aloha."
What does this expression
likely convey?
a) A request for assistance
b) A farewell or goodbye
c) A greeting or welcome
d) An expression of
gratitude
Section 1: Introduction to
Cultural Vocabulary and
Expressions
What does the term "cultural
vocabulary" refer to?
a) Words specific to a
particular language
b) Words and expressions
unique to a specific culture
or community
c) Words used in formal
settings
d) Words related to
academic subjects
In the context of language, what
are "cultural expressions"?
a) Phrases commonly used
in business communication
b) Idiomatic expressions
understood by people from
various cultures
c) Expressions related to
specific artistic forms
d) Expressions used
exclusively in academic
writing
Section 2: Context Clues and
Their Role in Determining Word
Meaning
What are context clues in a
sentence or text?
a) Words that have multiple
meanings
b) Hints or information
surrounding an unfamiliar
word that help deduce its
meaning
c) Complex sentences that
are difficult to comprehend
d) Abbreviations and
comprehension.
Section 1: Context Clues
In the sentence, "The
traditional dance was
accompanied by the
rhythmic beat of the drums,"
what does "rhythmic" mean
in this context?
a) Melodious and tuneful
b) Irregular and disorganized
c) Energetic and lively
d) Having a regular and
repeated pattern of
movement or sound
The sentence reads, "The
intricate artwork on the walls
depicted scenes from
ancient mythology." What
does "depicted" mean in this
context?
a) Created or made
b) Explained or narrated
c) Replicated or copied
d) Showed or represented
Section 2: Local Culture
Expressions
During a cultural event, you
hear someone say
"Namaste." What does this
expression likely convey?
a) A request for assistance
b) A greeting or respectful
acknowledgment
c) A farewell or goodbye
d) An expression of surprise
or admiration
In a conversation with locals,
you encounter the phrase
"Pura vida" multiple times.
What is the likely meaning of
In a conversation with locals,
you encounter the phrase
"mañana." What is the likely
meaning of this expression?
a) Good morning
b) See you later
c) Tomorrow or in the
future
d) Right now or
immediately
Section 3: Adapting to Local
Expressions
You are exploring a foreign
city and see a sign that says
"Café." What do you do to
determine its meaning?
a) Assume it means "bar"
and go in for a drink
b) Look it up in a
translation
app to find its meaning
c) Ignore the sign as it may
not be relevant to your
visit
d) Ask a local for
the definition of "Café"
While reading a book set in
a different cultural context,
you encounter a word that is
unfamiliar to you. What is
the best approach to
understand its meaning?
a) Replace the word with a
synonym that you know
b) Skip the word and
continue reading
c) Use online translation
tools to find its meaning
d) Analyze the surrounding
sentences for context
acronyms used in technical
writing
How do context clues aid in
determining the meaning of an
unfamiliar word?
a) By providing a direct
translation of the word
b) By indicating the
pronunciation of the word
c) By offering hints about
the word's definition
through its surrounding
context
d) By replacing the
unfamiliar word with a
similar-sounding word
Section 3: Exploring Local
Culture Through Language
Why is language an essential
aspect of understanding a
culture?
a) Language is primarily
used for communication,
not cultural expression
b) Language provides a
glimpse into a culture's
history, values, and
traditions
c) Language remains
unchanged across different
cultural contexts
d) Language is the same in
all cultures, so it doesn't
play a significant role in
understanding them
How can exploring local
language expressions enhance
one's understanding of a
culture?
a) It provides an opportunity
to compare languages from
different cultures
this expression?
a) A request for help or
support
b) A wish for good luck and
prosperity
c) A greeting or expression
of goodwill
d) An invitation to a social
event or celebration
Section 3: Adapting to Local
Expressions
You are exploring a foreign
city and see a sign that says
"Boulangerie." What do you
do to determine its
meaning?
a) Look it up in a translation
app to find its meaning
b) Assume it means "cafe"
and go in for a drink
c) Ignore the sign as it may
not be relevant to your visit
d) Ask a local for the
definition of "Boulangerie"
While reading a book set in
a different cultural context,
you encounter a word that is
unfamiliar to you. What is
the best approach to
understand its meaning?
a) Skip the word and
continue reading
b) Use online translation
tools to find its meaning
c) Analyze the surrounding
sentences for context clues
d) Replace the word with a
similar-sounding word in
your native language
Section 4: Cultural Context
In the sentence, "The
 clues
Section 4: Cultural Context
In the sentence, "The
traditional ceremony was
conducted with utmost
reverence and solemnity,"
what does "reverence" imply
in the context of the local
culture?
a) The ceremony was
casual and informal
b) The ceremony was
meaningful and
respectful
c) The ceremony was
rushed and hasty
d) The ceremony was
disorganized and
chaotic
During a cultural celebration,
you hear someone use the
expression "Mazel Tov."
Based on the context, what
is the likely meaning of
"Mazel Tov" in the local
culture?
a) Goodbye
b) Congratulations
c) Happy birthday
d) Cheers or to your
health
Section 5: Understanding
Local Phrases
In a local newspaper article,
you come across the phrase
"Gawai Dayak." What does
this likely mean in the
context of the article?
b) It helps in learning a new
language for travel
purposes
c) It allows for the
appreciation of cultural
nuances, customs, and
beliefs
d) It only has significance in
academic research but not
in practical experiences
Section 4: Application and
Analysis
In a novel set in Japan, the
protagonist uses the expression
"Itadakimasu" before starting a
meal. What does this
expression likely convey?
a) An apology for any
inconvenience caused
b) A request for more food
c) A greeting to wish others
well
d) An expression of
gratitude for the food
While reading a book about a
foreign culture, you encounter
the word "fiesta." Based on the
context, what is the likely
meaning of "fiesta"?
a) A religious ceremony or
festival
b) A political gathering or
protest
c) A dance performance or
competition
d) A traditional art exhibition
Section 5: Cultural Sensitivity
When exploring language
expressions from a different
culture, why is it important to
approach them with cultural
traditional ceremony was
imbued with a sense of
spirituality and reverence,"
what does "imbued" imply in
the context of the local
culture?
a) The ceremony was dull
and uneventful
b) The ceremony was filled
or saturated with certain
qualities or emotions
c) The ceremony was
rushed and hasty
d) The ceremony was
chaotic and disorganized
During a cultural celebration,
you hear someone use the
expression "Mabuhay."
Based on the context, what
is the likely meaning of
"Mabuhay" in the local
culture?
a) Congratulations or best
wishes
b) Goodbye or farewell
c) Please come in or
welcome
d) Cheers or to your health
Section 5: Understanding
Local Phrases
In a local newspaper article,
you come across the phrase
"Holi." What does this likely
mean in the context of the
article?
a) A religious festival or
celebration
b) A political gathering or
protest
c) A traditional dance
performance
d) A historical monument or
landmark
 a) A religious festival or
celebration
b) A political
demonstration
or protest
c) A traditional dance
performance
d) A historical monument
or landmark
How do context clues in a
text help you determine the
meaning of words and
expressions reflecting local
culture?
a) They provide direct
translations of the
words
and expressions
b) They enable you to
guess the meaning
without any prior
knowledge
c) They offer hints and
cues based on the
surrounding text
d) They replace the need
for understanding
cultural
context altogether
J. Additional Activities for Assign additional activities or
Application or provide remediation for
Remediation students who may need
extra practice or support in
using context clues to
understand culturally specific
words and expressions.
Offer opportunities for
independent research on
local culture, vocabulary
building exercises, or
collaborative discussions to
deepen their understanding
sensitivity?
a) To avoid using
expressions that might
offend others
b) To memorize and use
them correctly for social
interactions
c) To show off one's
knowledge of different
cultures
d) To adapt the expressions
to one's native language for
better understanding
How can learning cultural
vocabulary and expressions
help bridge gaps between
different cultures and foster
mutual understanding?
a) By creating barriers and
misunderstanding
b) By promoting cultural
stereotypes
c) By facilitating
communication and
empathy
d) By focusing solely on
language without
considering other cultural
aspects
Assign additional activities or
provide remediation for
students who may need extra
practice or support in
determining word meaning
through context clues. Offer
opportunities for further
exploration of local language
and expressions, such as
researching and creating a
glossary of cultural vocabulary
or engaging in role plays that
involve using culturally specific
expressions
How do context clues in a
text help you determine the
meaning of words and
expressions reflecting local
culture?
a) They provide direct
translations of the words and
expressions
b) They enable you to guess
the meaning without any
prior knowledge
c) They offer hints and cues
based on the surrounding
text
d) They replace the need for
understanding cultural
context altogether
Offer extension activities for
students who demonstrate
mastery and provide
remediation for students who
require additional support in
identifying and interpreting
local culture-specific
vocabulary. Encourage
discussions and reflections
on the significance of
cultural references in texts
and their impact on
understanding the local
culture.
 V. REMARKS
VI. REFLECTION
A. No. of learners earned
80%in the evaluation.
B. No. of learners who
required additional
activities for remediation
who scored below 80%
C. Did the remedial lesson
work? No. of learners who
have caught up with the
lesson.
D. No. of learner who
continue to require
remediation
E. Which of my teaching
strategies worked well?
Why did these work?
F. What difficulties did I
encounter which my
principal or supervisor can
help me solve?
G. What innovation or
localized materials did I
used/discover which I wish
to share with other
teachers?

Prepared by:
Checked by:
MERCURY SHANE D. SINATAO
Teacher I LANIE Q. NITCHA
School Principal II