English 11_Unit 4_Lesson 4_Exemplification and Classification.pptx

The course also emphasizes critical thinking, comprehension, grammar, vocabulary development, and the appreciation of literary and non-literary texts to enhance students’ confidence and competence in using the English language.

1. Lesson 4 Exemplification and Classification

2. 1 Distinguish between patterns of development in writing, namely, narration, description, definition, exemplification, and classification (EN11/12RWS-IIIbf-3).

3. identify the patterns of using exemplification and classification in writing; and write a simple paragraph using exemplification or classification.

4. How do we expand on a thought using the exemplification and classification pattern of development?

5. Expound on the definition given below. Provide details to the given concept. “Priorities are dreams, goals, and concepts we deem important.”

6. Review What is exemplification? What is classification? How do we write exemplification and classification paragraphs?

7. Exemplification is a common and effective way to show or explain an idea or point (e.g., observation, opinion, belief). In this pattern of development, the writer explains the main idea by giving an extended example or a series of detailed examples.

8. Colonial Mentality

9. State first the topic sentence. Example: It has been over a hundred years since the Philippines was freed from colonization by other countries, but Filipinos still suffer from colonial mentality. It is something which many can’t get rid of, and it is and has been destroying lives since then. Guidelines in Exemplification Writing

10. Support the topic sentence with examples. Example: For instance, colonial mentality makes the Filipino people sick physically, emotionally, and psychologically. For one, because of the obsession to have fair skin, many want to undergo skin bleaching, which can become life-threatening if not done properly. In fact, many have been reported to have experienced skin burns because of bleaching.

11. Put a conclusion. Example: You see, the colonial mentality is one practice that Filipino people should let go of. It will be a long and tedious process, but surely, it will be worth the effort.

12. Use transition words. Example: For instance , colonial mentality makes the Filipino people sick physically, emotionally, and psychologically. Another consequence of colonial mentality is bullying. Lastly , the colonial mentality kills the Filipino people’s patriotism.

13. Use an outline or graphic organizer. Title Colonial Mentality Topic Sentence Colonial mentality is destroying the lives of the Filipino people. Supporting detail no. 1 Many are harmed because of skin bleaching. Supporting detail no. 2 Many are bullied because of the obsession for fair skin. Supporting detail no. 3 Colonial mentality kills patriotism. Conclusion Colonial mentality destroys lives, therefore Filipinos should learn how to let it go.

14. Classification refers to the sorting or arrangement of subjects (e.g., persons, places, things, ideas) into groups or categories according to their common or shared characteristics.

15. Kinds of Friends

16. In writing a classification paragraph, the same guidelines of writing exemplification paragraphs apply. Just remember that in a classification paragraph, you provide the categories and expand on each of them; while in exemplification paragraph, you provide examples to expand on the topic sentence.

17. Write a classification paragraph about the topic below. Topic: My Study Habits Write a classification essay about the topic below. Be sure to plan your composition using an outline or graphic organizer. Topic: Reasons for Attending College

18. Write an exemplification essay about the topic below. Be sure to plan your composition using an outline or graphic organizer. Topic: Corruption Is the Root Cause of Poverty

19. Criteria Beginning (0–1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Content The output is barely interesting and creative. Not enough details are given about the topic. The output is fairly interesting and creative but would benefit from more details about the topic. The output is interesting and shows creative use of the prompt. Enough details are given about the topic. Organization The details or ideas are not logically organized, and transitional words are used improperly or not used at all. The details or ideas are logically organized, but some parts need to make use of transitional words. The details or ideas are logically organized, and transitional words are used properly.

20. Criteria Beginning (0–1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Use of vivid language The output barely makes use of descriptive details that show readers what is happening. The output contains descriptive details, but some sentences are not descriptive enough. The output contains enough descriptive details to help the reader imagine clearly what goes on. Language (spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice) The output contains seven or more language errors. The output contains four to six language errors. The output contains zero to three language errors. Score: /20

21. Values Integration How can our knowledge and skills on writing exemplification and classification paragraphs help us layout plans on how to solve a certain social issue?

22. Divide into four groups. Each group should c hoose a societal issue that you are interested in. Have a discussion first within the group. Take turns in giving your statements about the issue. List down all the statements given. Then, choose the statements that are sound based on the issue. Using the chosen statements, make an exemplification or classification paragraph about the issue.

23. Make sure to follow the guidelines in writing exemplification and classification paragraphs. Have one member of your group present your work in class.

24. After the activity, answer the following questions. How did you decide on the topic for your paragraph writing? How did you decide on what pattern of writing to make? How were you able to finalize the content of the paragraph? What made the task easy/difficult? What should one remember when writing an exemplification or classification paragraph?

25. Assignment Engage in a discussion with your parents, siblings, or any relatives about a topic you are interested in. The topic must be different from those you have used fo this unit so far. Using the points that will be presented during the discussion, make an exemplification paragraph. Make sure to follow the guidelines in writing an exemplification paragraph.

26. Criteria Beginning (0–1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Content The output is barely interesting and creative. Not enough details are given about the topic. The output is fairly interesting and creative but would benefit from more details about the topic. The output is interesting and shows creative use of the prompt. Enough details are given about the topic. Organization The details or ideas are not logically organized, and transitional words are used improperly or not used at all. The details or ideas are logically organized, but some parts need to make use of transitional words. The details or ideas are logically organized, and transitional words are used properly.

27. Criteria Beginning (0–1 point) Developing (2–3 points) Accomplished (4–5 points) Score Use of vivid language The output barely makes use of descriptive details that show readers what is happening. The output contains descriptive details, but some sentences are not descriptive enough. The output contains enough descriptive details to help the reader imagine clearly what goes on. Language (spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice) The output contains seven or more language errors. The output contains four to six language errors. The output contains zero to three language errors. Score: /20