REBOKON AGRICULTURAL AND VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

DETAILED LESSON PLAN (DLP)

ENGLISH 8 WEEK 4
Learning Area: ENGLISH 8- Grade Level: 8 Quarter Teaching Duration:
MODULE 4 SECOND 1 week
I. Objectives
A. Learning Competencies Compare and contrast Code: EN8SS-IIe-1.2
own opinions with those
presented in familiar texts.
B. Learning Outcome The learner knows how to compare and contrast own opinions
Learning Objectives (KSA)
1. Knowledge Identify statements that show comparison and contrast;
2. Skills Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of Asian cultures;
3. Attitude Express opinions by showing comparison and contrast supported by evidence
from given texts; and
II. Content Area Comparing and Contrasting Own Opinions
III. Learning Resource English 8, Quarter 2, Module 4
IV. Procedures
A. Reviewing  Prayer
previous  Greetings
lesson or  Checking of Attendance
presenting a  Review
new lesson You have already learned about multimodal texts in
the previous lesson. Before we will start with the new lesson,
try to recall the important concepts on the use of multimodal
texts by doing this activity.

Differences:

Brochure:
 Its purpose is to
inform people
about
Malaysia’s 50th
Fill in the concept map with your descriptions of the Anniversary
similarities and differences of each multimodal text presented Celebration.
in the illustrations. Draw on a separate sheet of paper the Infographic:
concept map below for your answer.  It gives
information
about things
found in
Malaysia.

Similarities:
 They both use
images/graphics
in giving
information
about Malaysia.

B. Introductory
Activity
 The story was
Let’s have another group activity this morning. Go over and about a cat
read closely the story titled 'My Thai Cat.' Take note of the named Sii
Thais' culture, beliefs, and practices in the story summary Sward which
presented in the flowchart. was elected as
My Thai Cat the Rain Queen
By Pratoomratha Zeng of their village.
 It becomes
instrumental in
praying for rain
offering it in the
ceremony and
making it fall
asleep for 3
days.
 No, we don’t
have the same
practice of
worship here in
the Philippines.
 Both Filipinos
and Thais
regard cats as
family.
 Filipinos and
Thais are both
`Shaping Interpretation worshipping
• What is the story all about? asking for rain
• How did Sii Sward become instrumental in praying for rain? but in different
• Do we have the same practice of worshipping here in the way. Thais uses
Philippines? animals for
• How do we Filipinos and Thais regard cats? worshipping
• In what ways are Filipinos similar to or different from the while Filipinos
Thais in terms of praying or worshipping? do not. We only
worship God.
C. Establishing a You have observed that the concept map is used in the
purpose for previous activity to identify and present the similarities and
the lesson differences of different multimodal texts. To do that,
comparing and contrasting is necessary to understand the
similarities and differences.
D. Presenting In connection to our new lesson this morning, let me ask you this question.
examples/ The questions are:
instances of 1. What is comparing and contrasting?
the new 2. Why do we need to compare and contrast?
lesson. 3. How do we make an opinion from the similarities and differences between things or
ideas as guided by evidence?

E. Discussing What is comparing and contrasting?

new concept • Comparing is the process of looking at the similarities of two things or ideas with the
use of appropriate transition signals.
• Contrasting is the process of looking at the differences between two things or ideas
with the use of appropriate transition signals.

Why do we need to compare and contrast things and ideas?

• We need to compare and contrast to identify the similarities and differences between
ideas. Comparing and contrasting will help us better comprehend the issues raised or
points made in any reading passage. These skills are most especially useful when
making a stand or giving opinions. By identifying the similarities and differences
between ideas, we, as readers, are able to form our own informed and evidence-based
opinions.

• There are many ways to note and present similarities and differences of any expository
texts using non-linear texts such as graphic organizers. The most commonly used
graphic organizer is the Venn Diagram. From there, you can write paragraphs to
communicate similarities and differences, and then your opinion.

• The story of My Thai Cat presents information based on the history of a particular
place where you can make your opinion based on your observation or reading. In short,
it is evidence that reflects the Thai culture.

Read and analyze the following statements about the story titled" My Thai Cat" by
Pratoomratha Zeng . Notice the similarities and differences between the beliefs and
traditions of Thailand and the Philippines.

A. In the Thai culture, to refuse the will or command of the father is a grave sin. In like
manner, Filipinos believe that disobeying and disrespecting parents are great sins.
B. Thais pray when they ask for something; the same is true for Filipinos.
C. Thais offer cats as instruments to ask for rain; however, Filipinos do not.
D. Thai Buddhists worship Buddha while most Filipino Christians worship Jesus Christ.

What do you think of the statements above?

Which of the statements express comparison? How about contrast? Now, consider
these:
➢ Statements A and B show comparison.
➢ Statement A compares two similar ideas: Thais' and Filipinos' culture of respect for
elders.
➢ Statement B compares two similar ideas: Thais pray; Filipinos also pray. Note the
word signals used in comparing statements A and B.

We must remember that when comparing, aside from using in like manner and the same
with, we can also use other signal words or phrases such as: also, in the same manner,
likewise, and similarly.

How about in statements C and D?

➢ Statements C and D show contrast.
➢ Statement C shows two contrasting ideas: Thais offer cats to ask for something while
Filipinos do not.
➢ Statement D also shows two contrasting ideas: Thai Buddhists worship Buddha,
while most Filipino Christians worship Jesus Christ.

We must remember that when contrasting, aside from using however and while, we can
also use other signal words or phrases such as even though, but, in contrast,
nevertheless, otherwise, yet, though, instead, and on the other hand.

Comparing and Contrasting London and Washington, DC

Both Washington, DC, and London are capital cities of English-speaking countries,
and yet they offer vastly different experiences to their residents and visitors. Comparing
and contrasting the two cities based on their history, their culture, and their residents
show how different and similar the two are.

Both cities are rich in world and national history, though they developed on very
different time lines. London, for example, has a history that dates back over two
thousand years. It was part of the Roman Empire and known by the similar name,
Londinium. It was not only one of the northernmost points of the Roman Empire but also
the epicenter of the British Empire where it held significant global influence from the
early sixteenth century on through the early twentieth century. Washington, DC, on the
other hand, has only formally existed since the late eighteenth century. Though Native
Americans inhabited the land several thousand years earlier, and settlers inhabited the
land as early as the sixteenth century, the city did not become the capital of the United
States until the 1790s. From that point onward to today, however, Washington, DC, has
increasingly maintained significant global influence. Even though both cities have
different histories, they have both held, and continue to hold, significant social influence
in the economic and cultural global spheres.

The text above is an essay that compares and contrasts the capital cities of the
United States of America and the United Kingdom. You can extract information from
compare-contrast texts such as this to make opinions or compare and contrast your own
opinion with that of the writer’s. One way to tell if a composition is a compare-contrast
text is through the use of transition signals, which contribute to the coherence of a
paragraph.

What is an opinion? An opinion refers to a view or judgment formed in the mind about a
particular topic or issue. Using opinion-marking signals, as discussed in our previous
lesson, you can make your own opinion about a specific topic, issue, or subject matter
where one's position or stand is presented. We can also compare one's own opinion
concerning the accuracy of the information as its basis to make an opinion valid and
reliable.

Now that you have learned about comparing, contrasting, and writing your own opinions
F. Developing through the use of transition signals, it is time to find out whether or not you have
mastery understood the lesson. The activities that follow will help you assess your understanding
(Leads to of the topic.
Formative
Assessment) Activity 5.A: Connecting to Asia
Below are the traditions and practices of Thais and Filipinos.
Directions: Read closely and find out the similarities and differences using the Venn
Diagram.
Activity 5.B : Tie Up
G. Finding You have accomplished Activity 5.A on comparing and contrasting the
practical traditional practices of Thais and Filipinos.
applications of Directions: Compare and contrast the statements in Activity 5.A by writing three
concepts and sentences expressing comparison, and another three sentences expressing contrast.
skills Use appropriate transition signals found in the box. Copy the chart below, then write
your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Activity 5.C: Hero, Heroic, Heroism

Directions: Read the given text below that talks about two heroes. Observe the
statements that show comparison and contrast. Then, read and understand the opinions
provided.
Shaping Interpretation
1. Whom did Rajah Sulayman and Jose Rizal fight against? What did they fight for?
2. If you were to decide, are the two heroes worth emulating? Why or why not?
3. What does being heroic mean? Reflect on the examples shown in the text, such as
the health workers and community volunteers. In this time of the pandemic, why are
they considered the heroes of today?

H. Making
generalizations To sum it up, in order for you to effectively compare and contrast your own opinion
and based on a given familiar text, you have to do the following:
abstractions First, you must identify the similarities and differences.
about the Second, take note of the similarities and differences using the transition signals for
lesson. comparing and contrasting.
Third, compare and contrast your opinion based on evidence gathered or presented.

I. Evaluate Directions: Read the essay "What is an Educated Filipino?" by Francisco Benitez.
Learning
What is an Educated Filipino?
Francisco Benitez
(An Excerpt)
What is an educated Filipino and what qualities should distinguish him today?
The conception of education and of what an educated man varies in response to
fundamental in the details and aims of society. In our country and during this transition
stage in our national life, what are the qualities which an educated man should
possess?
Great changes have taken place in the nature of our social life during the last forty
years. The contact with the Americans and their civilization has modified many of our old
customs, traditions and practices, some of the worse and many for the better. The
means of communication have improved and therefore better understanding exists
among the different sections of our country. Religious freedom has developed religious
tolerance in our people. The growth of public schools and establishment of democratic
institutions have developed our national consciousness both in strength and in solidarity.
With this growth in national consciousness and national spirit among our people, we
witness the corresponding rise of a new conception in education – the training of an
individual for duties and priveleges of citizenship, not only for his own happiness and
efficiency but also for national service and welfare. In the old days, education was a
matter of private concern; now it is a public function, and the State not only has the duty
but it has the right as well to educate the community – the old as well as the young,
women as well as men – not only for the good of the individual but also for the self-
preservation and self protection of the State itself. Our modern public school system has
been established as a safeguard against the shortcomings and dangers of the
democratic government and democratic institutions.
In the light of the social changes, we come again to the question: What qualities should
distinguish the educated Filipino today? I venture to suggest that the educated Filipino
should, first be distinguished by the power to DO. The Oriental excels in reflective
thinking; he is a philosopher. The Occidental is a doer; he manages things, men and
affairs. The Filipino of today needs more of his power to translate reflection into action. I
believe that we are coming more and more to the conviction that no Filipino has the right
to be considered educated unless he is prepared and ready to take an active and useful
part in the work, life, and progress of our country as well as in the progress of the world.

Shaping Interpretations
1. Who brought changes to our old customs, traditions, and practices?
2. For you, which changes to our old customs, traditions, and practices brought by these
people are better and worse?
3. For you, what makes an educated Filipino?

J. Additional
activities for Directions: Write your own opinion about the educated Filipino in the past and the present
application or based on what you have read. Do not forget to use transition signals and opinion-marking signals,
remediation which you have learned from our previous lesson. Write your paragraph on a separate sheet of
paper
REMARKS

REFLECTION

A. No. of learners who

learned 80% in the
evaluation
B. No. of learners who
require additional
activities for
remediation who
scored below 80%

C. Did the remedial

lessons work?No. of
learners who have
cope up with the lesson

D. No. of Learners who

continue to require
remediation
E. Which of my teaching
strategies worked well?
Why did this work?
F. What difficulties did I
encounter which my
principal or supervisor
can help me solve?
G. What innovation or
localized materials did I
use/discover which I
wish to share with other
teachers?

Prepared by:
ANNA CHARISSE P. STA.MARIA
Subject Teacher

Checked by:

MARCRYL P. SUMALINOG
Head Teacher- I
Approved by:
MICHAEL PAUL M. CARANDANG
Principal- III