English - Grade 8 - Quarter 1 - Module 1.pptx

This module is designed and written with you in mind to help you master the skills that
you can use in many different learning situations. The varied activities presented in this lesson
cater to your diverse vocabulary levels so that you will have a great time learning!
As you go through, you are expected to enhance your knowledge and improve your
vocabulary skills with the rich and varied traditions of the Afro-Asian countries by noting
context clues. It sounds interesting, isn’t it? I bet you are now very thrilled to launch yourself
into a fun-filled learning experience!
The most essential learning competency covered in this module is determine the
meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local culture by noting context
clues, EN8V-If-6.


As learner of this module, you are expected to:
1. identify the meaning of words through context clues;
2. give examples of the different types of context clues;
3. express appreciation to local culture; and
4. write a paragraph using one or more types of context clues.

1. Quarter 1 - Module 1 English 8 ENGLISH CLASS

2. WARM-UP ACTIVITY ENGLISH CLASS

3. INSTRUCTION: ENGLISH CLASS Each number contains an underlined word which may be new to you. Try to guess the meaning of these words. Choose the letter of the correct answer.

4. 01 ENGLISH CLASS Governments in some parts of the world set their focus on the doldrums of environmental degradation, instead of the threats of the present pandemic. A. delight B. despair C. joy D. trust

5. 01 ENGLISH CLASS Governments in some parts of the world set their focus on the doldrums of environmental degradation, instead of the threats of the present pandemic. A. delight B. despair C. joy D. trust

6. 02 ENGLISH CLASS Our family always have a fleeting idea of going to Phuket, Thailand but we know it will take some time given the present health crisis. A. constant B. endless C. long D. sudden

7. 02 ENGLISH CLASS Our family always have a fleeting idea of going to Phuket, Thailand but we know it will take some time given the present health crisis. A. constant B. endless C. long D. sudden

8. 03 ENGLISH CLASS An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future. A. doctor B. singer C. priest D. scientist

9. 03 ENGLISH CLASS An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future. A. doctor B. singer C. priest D. scientist

10. 04 ENGLISH CLASS People who are despicable should not be avoided, instead they should be loved. A. good B. hungry C. mean D. nice

11. 04 ENGLISH CLASS People who are despicable should not be avoided, instead they should be loved. A. good B. hungry C. mean D. nice

12. 05 ENGLISH CLASS I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be cowed by other people’s intimidation. A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D. scared

13. 05 ENGLISH CLASS I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be cowed by other people’s intimidation. A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D. scared

14. •How did you find the drill? •Did you get the correct meaning of the word? •What words or phrases in the sentence helped you to know the meaning of the word? •What do you call these words and phrases? ENGLISH CLASS

15. •How did you find the drill? •Did you get the correct meaning of the word? •What words or phrases in the sentence helped you to know the meaning of the word? •What do you call these words and phrases? ENGLISH CLASS

16. CONTEXT CLUES ENGLISH CLASS

17. OBJECTIVES ENGLISH CLASS Define context clues; and Describe the different types of context clues. Discover how to spot context clues; and Construct a sentence using one or more types of context clues. Develop an appreciation towards local Filipino culture.

18. OBJECTIVES ENGLISH CLASS Define context clues; and Describe the different types of context clues. Discover how to spot context clues; and Construct a sentence using one or more types of context clues. Develop an appreciation towards local Filipino culture.

19. ENGLISH CLASS CONTEXT CLUES - are words or simply hints that appear in sentences, paragraphs, or passages to help a reader to understand the meanings of difficult, new, or unfamiliar words.

20. ENGLISH CLASS CONTEXT CLUES - are an effective way to build your vocabulary.

21. ENGLISH CLASS IMPORTANCE OF CONTEXT CLUES Context clues are hugely important because it helps in our comprehension and its effective usage leads to academic success.

22. ENGLISH CLASS IMPORTANCE OF CONTEXT CLUES It can increase your vocabulary, reading comprehension, and make you a better reader.

23. DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTEXT CLUES ENGLISH CLASS

24. ENGLISH CLASS By Definition By Synonym By Antonym By Comparison By Example By Cause-Effect By List / Series By Inference

25. 01 BY DEFINITION ENGLISH CLASS the unfamiliar word is definedin a sentence A treasure hunter is a person who searches for treasures from sunken ships and ancient tombs to obtain valuable relics and artifacts. (Definition: a person who searches for treasures)

26. 01 BY DEFINITION ENGLISH CLASS H e h ad already signed an affidavit , a legal written statement for use in court.

27. 02 BY SYNONYM ENGLISH CLASS a similar word is placed in the same sentence to know the meaning of the unfamiliar word It is common for Filipinos to feel compassion or pity for the suffering of their fellowmen. (Synonym: pity)

28. 02 BY SYNONYM ENGLISH CLASS He should try to be magnanimous . Forgiving others and being generous are positive character traits.

29. 03 BY ANTONYM ENGLISH CLASS an opposite word is placed in the same sentence Among the siblings of thin body structure, Isabel is the only one who is portly. (antonym: thin)

30. 03 BY ANTONYM ENGLISH CLASS Although some men are loquacious , others hardly talk at all.

31. 04 BY COMPARISON ENGLISH CLASS a similar word with the same meaning of the unfamiliar word is placed with an object to be compared The stench of the garbage was like the smell of a rotten fish. (Comparison: rotten fish)

32. 04 BY COMPARISON ENGLISH CLASS “No,” she said, “I'm as carefree about it as a bird floating among the clouds.”

33. 05 BY EXAMPLE ENGLISH CLASS samples are provided in the sentence to understand the meaning of the unfamiliar word In ancient times, some of our forefathers believed in amulets , such as pearl of the crocodile, pearl of the ax, bullet necklace, and bag of herbs to protect them from harm. (Example: pearl of the crocodile, pearl of the ax, bullet necklace, bag of herbs)

34. 05 BY EXAMPLE ENGLISH CLASS Celestial bodies , including the sun, moon, and stars, have fascinated man through the centuries.

35. 06 BY CAUSE-EFFECT ENGLISH CLASS the meaning of the difficult word depends on the cause-effect relationship of other words as expressed in the sentence Since only a few followed the wearing of face mask, it was made mandatory by the government.

36. 06 BY CAUSE-EFFECT ENGLISH CLASS The flowers wilted because of the terrible heat

37. 07 BY LIST/SERIES ENGLISH CLASS to understand the meaning of the unknown word, it is included in a series of wordsgiven in a sentence After the program, the rubbish left were souvenir programs, flyers, leaflets, plastic bottles, and food wrappings.

38. 07 BY LIST/SERIES ENGLISH CLASS The offered several beverages at the party, such as tea and soda.

39. 08 BY INFERENCE ENGLISH CLASS to understand the meaning of the unknown word, one has to make a guess based on the description given in the sentence She was so famished that people felt sorry for her, and gave her food to eat.

40. 08 BY INFERENCE ENGLISH CLASS All animals share the same vital needs, such as food, water, and shelter.

41. ENGLISH CLASS ANY QUESTIONS?