Grade7_English_Comparison_Contrast_Festivals.pptx

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1. Comparison and Contrast of Local Festivals Grade 7 English Quarter 1, Week 1, Day 1

2. Learning Competency & Objectives Learning Competency: Examine text structures of Expository Text focusing on Comparison and Contrast. Objectives: • Identify signal words of comparison and contrast. • Compare two local festival texts clearly. • Appreciate local traditions and culture.

3. What is Comparison and Contrast? • Shows similarities and differences between two or more subjects. • Helps readers understand relationships and clarify ideas. • Uses signal words like 'both', 'however', 'similarly'. • Visual tools like Venn diagrams aid comprehension.

4. Sinulog Festival • Celebrated every January in Cebu City. • Honors Señor Santo Niño (Child Jesus). • Features street dancing, fluvial parades, colorful costumes. • Mix of religious devotion and cultural pride.

5. Kadaugan sa Mactan • Held every April in Lapu-Lapu City. • Commemorates victory of Datu Lapu-Lapu over Magellan in 1521. • Includes battle reenactments, cultural shows, fairs. • Focus on history, heroism, and local identity.

6. Activity: Venn Diagram • Read both festival texts carefully. • In pairs, list similarities and differences. • Focus on purpose, history, and activities. • Use the Venn diagram handout to organize ideas.

7. Analysis: HOT SOLO Questions 1. What are the two festivals about? 2. Name one difference between them. 3. List three similarities. 4. How do differences reflect their cultural purposes? 5. Why is comparison and contrast effective here?

8. Key Points on Comparison & Contrast • Presents similarities and differences clearly. • Uses signal words to guide the reader. • Helps in understanding complex ideas. • Visual aids (like Venn diagrams) support learning.

9. Application: Multiple Intelligences Tasks • Linguistic: Write a comparison paragraph. • Interpersonal: Interview a classmate and script dialogue. • Visual-Spatial: Make a side-by-side poster. • Musical: Compose and perform a jingle. • Kinesthetic: Act out freeze-frame with narration. • Logical-Mathematical: Fill out a comparison chart.

10. Assessment: PISA-like Tasks • Multiple Choice: Identify signal words and structures. • Short Answer: List similarities. • Constructed Response: Write a comparison paragraph. • Critical Thinking: Explain importance of differences for visitors.

11. Assignment • Interview family or neighbors about another local festival. • Write three similarities and three differences compared to Sinulog or Kadaugan. • Submit your notes next class.

12. Wrap-Up / Reflection • Complete this sentence: "I learned that comparison and contrast helps me..." • Share your responses in a circle. • Reflect on the day’s learning.