MEANING 1. key- a small piece of shaped metal with incisions cut to fit the wards of a particular lock. 2. beckon- make a gesture
3.huddle- a crowded or confused mass of people or things 4. anguish- physical pain or suffering 5.rickety- structure or piece of equipment poorly made and likely to collapse
MEANING 6. assail- make a violent attack 7. incredulity- unwilling or unable to believe something
8. gnawing- persistently worrying or distressing 9. trunk- a sturdy box, chest or compartment 10. panuelo- ”alampay”, shawl or scarf
Was there an instance in your life when you got angry because your bag, wallet, cellphone or drawer was opened by someone who wants to find out about you?
Write about your feelings that moment when you felt like your privacy has been stepped on?
LET’S TALK ABOUT THE AUTHOR Paz M. Latorena ( January 17, 1908 – October 19, 1953) was one of the notable writers of the first generation of Filipino English writers, in both literary writing and education. She was a poet, editor, author, and teacher.
READING PROPER A SMALL KEY by: Paz M. Latorena
POST READING
What is the setting of the story? Who are the main characters? What is the theme? What is the conflict? DISCUSSION
5. Identify the key moments in the story. What does it signify? 6.Is the wife right in opening the trunk which was kept in private by her husband? Explain your answer. DISCUSSION
7. Is this happening in real life? Cite examples. DISCUSSION
Given the chance, how would you end the story? INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY
Choose what task you want to work on . CHOICE ACTIVITY
Identify the following symbolism used in the story: rusty key TASK 1
large key
trunk
TASK 2 Retell the most important parts of the story in your own shortened version.
TASK 3 Role play the most exciting part of the story
WRAP-UP DISCUSSION Is understanding and compassion important in a relationship?
REFLECTION Reflect on how a seemingly insignificant act or a small key can unlock profound emotions and connections between people.