The Genres of Viewing

In the age of social media, movies, television, and online programs are common.
Movies, TV, and online programs have various genres. They are the following:

1. Animated: These are the cartoons we see on TV. Their themes vary, as well as the target
age group (some are for toddlers and kids, while some are for teenagers.)
2. Children: These shows are for children and are almost always educational. They may or may not be
animated.

3. Comedy: These shows are meant to entertain viewers, through the use of jokes and pranks.
4. Drama: These shows are highly emotional, and the story always has sad parts, like conflict in families,
betrayals, etc. However, not all endings are sad. Usually, the protagonist prevails in the end.

5. Educational: These shows are highly informational and can be intended for children, teenagers, or adults. A lot of
these shows are in documentary format, with each episode focusing on a certain person or theme. Some use
demonstrations, such as shows that teach people how to make art.
6. Fantasy: These shows use unrealistic characters and plots, usually
including magic and supernatural creatures. They may or may not be
animated, with a lot of visual effects.
7. Horror: These shows are intended to scare audiences, usually by employing supernatural beings, like
ghosts. In the case of the Philippines, supernatural beings like kapre, manananggal, and aswang are also
used.

8. News: These shows are used to inform the public about the latest updates in the world, country, and
community.
9. Variety Show: These shows include games, song-and-dance performances, and other
segments.
Identify the genre being described by the statement below.
____________1. This genre aims to make you learn different information.
____________2. This genre tells you about the things that happen today.
____________3. This genre is meant to entertain viewers, through the use of jokes and pranks.
____________4. This genre has dances, songs, and games.
____________5. This genre is best viewed at night, nearing Halloween and All Saints Day.
____________6. This genre uses unrealistic characters and plots, usually including magic and
supernatural creatures.
____________7. This genre is highly emotional, and the story always has sad parts, like
conflict in families, betrayals, etc.
____________8. These are the cartoons we see on TV or mobile phones.
____________9. These shows are for children and are almost always educational.
____________10. 10. These shows are highly informational and can be intended for children,
teenagers, or adults.
Performance Task:
Choose one genre of viewing and provide an example. Then, share with the
class why you like the chosen genre and its example.

Criteria for the Performance task

10 9 8 7 5

The The The The The

explanation is explanation is explanation is explanation is explanation is
very clear and clear and slightly clear slightly vague. vague and not
well detailed. detailed. and detailed. related to the
questions.