0% found this document useful (0 votes)
1K views

Reading and Writing Q2 Week 2

The document provides guidance on using transitional devices to improve coherence and cohesion in writing. It defines coherence and cohesion as properties of well-written text that create close relationships between sentences and parts of writing. The document then categorizes common transitional devices and provides examples of how to use them, including for addition, comparison, exemplification, sequencing, and contrast. It encourages activities to practice using transitional devices in developing paragraphs.

Uploaded by

Rhynz Banaston
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
0% found this document useful (0 votes)
1K views

Reading and Writing Q2 Week 2

The document provides guidance on using transitional devices to improve coherence and cohesion in writing. It defines coherence and cohesion as properties of well-written text that create close relationships between sentences and parts of writing. The document then categorizes common transitional devices and provides examples of how to use them, including for addition, comparison, exemplification, sequencing, and contrast. It encourages activities to practice using transitional devices in developing paragraphs.

Uploaded by

Rhynz Banaston
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 6

READING AND WRITING – MODULE 2-

QUARTER 2
Properties of a Well-written Text: Coherence and Cohesion

Directions: Fill in with the most appropriate transitional device for each item.

Conversely In particular To illustrate


In addition As a result

1. Local Government Unit of Pasig will provide tablets to the learners.


_______________ the department of education will create modules to be
stored there.
2. CoViD-19 brings trauma to the whole world. _______________, it revives
discipline among the humankind.
3. Our national government is making sure that the nation will defeat this
disease. _______________ it capacitates our health facilities.
4. Filipinos are resilient and steadfast. _______________ they are able to
hurdle even the deadliest enemy.
5. Amidst this pandemic, many are still willing to give a hand.
_______________, a young businesswoman prepares foods packs for the
frontliners.

RECAP

In the previous lesson, you have learned that developing paragraphs


across disciplines is done through different patterns. They are essential in
guiding us in setting the purpose and the tone of our writing.
LESSON
Communication plays a vital role in relaying messages to our audience and
recipients. Truly, it is challenging for a sender to make his/her thoughts be
understood precisely. On this note, both oral and written communication
must be treated and delivered in the most comprehensive ways. In doing so,
writers and speakers make use of some techniques and grammatical devices
in their artistic work.

Cohesion and coherence are properties of a well-written text that deals


with close relationship, based on grammar or meaning, between two parts of
a sentence or a larger piece of writing. In paragraph writing, cohesion is a
characteristic that is manifested by a tight link among sentences. In other
words, it is seen through the interrelatedness of the sentences.
Cohesion and coherence is achieved with the use of linkers or
connectors among clauses or sentences. These are transitional devices.
They are categorized according to functions.

Comparison – also, equally, similarly, likewise, compared with


Example: Many medical practitioners are sacrificing their lives in battling
COVID-19. Likewise, police officers and public servants are also doing their
part to unmask this invisible enemy.

Addition – and, also, furthermore, too, what is more


Example: Our city mayor works hard during this pandemic. Furthermore, he
finds ways to support education of the learners.

Exemplification – for example, for instance, to illustrate, such as,


namely
Example: Mayor Vico makes ways to prevent the infection of the virus, for
instance, he procured drones for disinfection purposes.
Sequencing – first, second, third, next, then, after
Example: Teachers make sure that all learners will be enrolled this school
year. Then, they prepare modules for them.

Result – so, therefore, as a result, thus, because


Example: President implemented community quarantine nationwide. As a
result, possibility of a speedy infection is controlled.

Contrast – in comparison, in contrast, instead, on the contrary,


conversely
Example: The pandemic has caused panicking among many Filipinos. On the
contrary, the government is calm to address the turmoil.

Qualifying – but, however, although, except, unless


Example: Education will not prevail, unless, all stake holders are cooperative.

Reformulation – in other words, put more simply, that is to say, rather,


in simple terms
Example: Amidst this pandemic, human race is still hoping for a new normal
life. That is to say, we are resilient and tenacious.

Highlighting – in particular, especially, mainly, particularly, above all


Example: Our government is serious in their mission to defeat COVID-19.
Mainly, it is testing, tracing, and treating the infected.
Transition - turning to, with regard to, with reference to, as far as x is
concerned
Example: The Department of Education is pursuing the Learning Continuity
Plan as far as the right to education and Education for All (EFA) are
concerned.
ACTIVITIES

Activity 1 (ANSWER THIS IN A YELLOW PAD)


Directions: Fill in with the best linkers to make the text cohesive and coherent.

That is to say Thus Then but


So Mainly with regard to
As a result For instance Similarly

Quarantine
It all began when China reported its cases of Corona Virus Disease to
the whole world. Our nation is not being free of that. _______________ to all
nations. _______________, the President declared National state of Calamity in
March, _______________ ordering the formulation of Inter- Agency Task Force
against CoViD-19. _______________, he was able to determine regions of the
country that will be put on Community Quarantine. _______________ he
targeted Luzon to be put on Quarantine as a non-pharmaceutical prevention
against the disease. _______________ Luzon dwellers panicked at first,
_______________ but be able to calm themselves after the assurance given by
the government. _______________ the said intervention “Bayanihan to Heal as
One Act” was signed and implemented. _______________ Filipinos must unite
to defeat this invisible enemy by means of observing social distancing, wearing
of face masks and washing hand regularly. Getting out from respective houses
are strictly prohibited if not for essential purposes.
Activity 2 (ANSWER THIS IN A YELLOW PAD)
Develop a single paragraph about “My Quarantine Experience” using
cohesive devices. Be guided by the mechanics and rubrics below.

Mechanics:
1. It will be a minimum of 50 and maximum of 100 content words.
2. Appropriateness in the use of cohesive devices is a MUST.
3. Photos might be added for creativity and aesthetics.
4. Rubric must be considered.

Rubrics:
Cohesiveness and Coherence - 50
Content - 30
Creativity - 20
100 points

WRAP-UP
One of the properties of a well –written text is cohesion. On this note,
proper transitions among ideas, clauses and sentences are necessary in
developing a comprehensive and tight discourse. By using transitional
devices, message of the text will be delivered comprehensively and confusion
on the part of the readers is avoided.
VALUING
Cohesion and coherence is creating and unifying. It is built through
harmonious relationship and linkages.

TASK:
Option 1: Complete the saying with appropriate cohesive device
Filipinos must unite. _____________________.
Option 2: Write an inspirational message to our frontliners. Consider to use
cohesive device/s.

POSTTEST

Directions: Fill in the item with the most appropriate transitional device.
Similarly As a result Instead

For instance Put more simply

1. The pandemic gives rise to the renaissance of DISCIPLINE and humanitarian


care. __________, it unites countrymen to value life and survival.

2. Pasiguenos are good followers of policy during this war against COVID-
19. __________, they observe social distancing and curfew hours.

3. Mayor Vico is extremely innovative and pro-active in combating the unseen


enemy. __________, his constituents are calm and hopeful.

4. Teachers and other Education officials work from home to still deliver the
quality education for all. __________, they are committed to what they pledged.

5. The whole world is struggling. __________ people must envision the brighter
side of it.

You might also like