LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 8

School BUNTOD HIGH SCHOOL Grade Level & Section 8

Teacher Mrs. Margie A. Sastrillo Quarter 1 Module 1
Learning English Teaching Dates & Duration
Area
I. LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Content Standards The learner demonstrates understanding of: African literature as a
means of exploring forces that human beings contend with; various
reading styles vis – a –vis purposes of reading; prosodic features that
serve as carriers of meaning; ways by which information may be
organized; related; and delivered orally; and parallel structures and
cohesive devices in presenting information.
Performance Standards The learner transfer learning by composing and delivering an
informative speech based on a specific topic of interest keeping in mind
the proper and effective use of parallel structures and cohesive devices
and appropriate prosodic features, stance, and behavior.
Learning Competencies/Code EN8V-If-6 Determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect
the local culture by noting context clues.
Objectives At the end of the lesson, the learners would be able to:
● Knowledge Give the meaning of context clues and its types;
Use context clues in unlocking unfamiliar terms in narrative text,
Informative text, exposition text, and more.
● Skills Create a brochure that highlights local culture.
● Attitude Appreciate the importance of using context clues in determining

unfamiliar words in a certain text and develop critical thinking

skills.

II. CONTENT Context Clues

III. LEARNING RESOURCES
A. References
1. Teacher’s Guide pages
2. Learner’s Materials pages
3. Textbook pages
Quarter 1 Module 1: CONTEXT CLUES
4. Additional Materials from Learning Writers: Rushdi Kho Tan
Resource (LR) portal Editor: Jessie Lou L. Ecleo
Reviewers: Judelyn N. Bicoy and Florife S. Gentles
B. Other Learning Resources Activity Sheets, TV Set/ Projector, Laptop
C. Supplies, Equipment, Tools, etc.
IV. PROCEDURES
A. Review/Introductory ● Prayer
Activity ● Greetings
● Checking of Attendance
● Review on the previous lesson
● Do you love reading?
● What do you usually do if you meet words that are new or not familiar to
you?
● Jumbled letters are posted on the board in column A and B. Ask the students to form a
meaningful word out of it.
A B
TONXETC SEULC

B. Activity/ Motivation Directions: Read each item carefully and use your notebook to write your answers.
A. Choose the letter that corresponds to the correct answer.
1. Use context clues from the sentence to choose the correct meaning of the underlined
word.
Unlike my frugal parents, I do not clip coupons.
a. careful b. thrifty c. fruity d. wasteful
2. Which type of context clue hints at the word's meaning?
Jane was frugal with her money, but when it came to her family, she was generous.
a. inference b. definition c. antonym d. example
3. Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word.
It was extremely a savage summer with this pandemic.
a. terrible b. great c. tame d. gentle
4. Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word.
Regular exercise is beneficial, but too much exercise is not good for you.
a. harmful b. pleasant c. helpful d. bad
5. Which type of context clue hints at the word's meaning?
Dave is completely affable. In fact, he reminds me of Mrs. Martinez, do you still remember
how kind she was?
a. inference b. definition c. example d. synonym
C. Analysis/Presenting
examples of the new Directions: Read the following sentences below and try to analyze the context clues by giving
lesson where the the meaning of the underlined unfamiliar words. Discover and be guided by the
types of context clues presented.
concepts are
1. Miguel was very loquacious. He really loved to talk. (Synonym)
clarified
What type of context clues being used?
What do you mean by the word "loquacious" in the sentence?
2. The team felt victorious. They knew they would never lose again. (Antonym)
What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
What does "victorious" mean?
3. The ancient Chinese used the abacus, a device with movable beads that can be used as a
calculator. (Definition/Explanation)
What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
What is the meaning of the word "abacus" in the sentence?
4. Coyotes have a voracious appetite. They eat insects, lizards, snakes, rabbits, squirrels,
grasses and even fruit. (Inference/General)
What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
What does the word "voracious" mean?
5. The archeologist found different amulets, such as a rabbit's foot and bags of herb. (Example)
What type of context clues use to hint the meaning of the word?
What does the word "amulets" mean?
D. Abstraction Discussion:
 You are doing great! Although it is quite hardy to manage, you are halfway through. Now,
let us rediscover and relearn about CONTEXT CLUES by analyzing those activities you have
been through. Read and take your time to refresh your mind about context clues and its types.
When authors write, they often give context clues to readers to suggest the meanings of
new or difficult words. Context clues are hints or "clues" that give you the sense of unfamiliar
words in a text. Context clues are hints in the passage, paragraph, or individual sentence that, if
considered, can tell you the meaning of a word you are not familiar with. Sometimes even the
title of a piece or the illustrations that come with it offers context clues, as well.
These clues help us decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words in different ways.

There are five types of context clues.

"CLUES" OR
TYPES DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
"SIGNAL WORDS"

*The monkey’s
The meaning of an vociferous chatter
unfamiliar word can made me wish I had
be inferred (guessed) earplugs.
from the description
Look for clues over * Katie’s belligerence
of a situation. The
Inference several words or surprised everyone.
author provides non‐
sentences She threw her book
specific clues, often
spread over the across the room,
sentence or number glared at Chris, and
of sentences. then pushed him to
the floor.

*Martha is a curator,
a person who is
responsible for
looking after a
The author provides museum’s collection.
Is, are Is /are called
a direct (explicit)
Is /are known as Is *Entomology is the
Definition definition of an
defined as Means, study of insects.
unknown word in
Refers to
the sentence. *Archeology is the
scientific study of
prehistoric cultures
by excavation of their
remains.

* Paula was
The author provides
suspended from
examples or
school because of
additional
several infractions of
explanations or For example For
the rules, including
summaries to help instance Including
Example smoking in the
you understand an Such as Specifically
bathroom and
unfamiliar word. To illustrate
dressing improperly.
The word is cleared
up by giving an * Celestial bodies,
example. such as the sun,
moon, and stars, are
 governed by
predictable laws.

* Mike’s parrot was

loquacious, but
Maria’s said very
little.
Words used are: But,
* The gentleman was
The author uses however, although,
portly, but his wife
another word or otherwise, unless,
was thin.
Antonym phrase that means instead of, on the
the opposite of an contrary, on the * While Luis is
unfamiliar word. other hand, while, hardworking, his
unlike. indolent brother
spends most of the
time watching TV or
sitting around with
friends.

* Carnivores, that is,

meat-eaters, are the
top of the food chain.
Commas (,)
The author uses a * My best friend
Semicolon (;)
word having the squandered all his
Dashes (-)
same or nearly the money; his drinking
Parenthesis ( )
Synonym same meaning as and gambling wasted
Sometimes signal
another word or all his earnings.
words or, that is, or
other words in a
in other words are * After seeing the
sentence.
used. picture of the starving
children, we all felt
compassion or pity
for their suffering.

E. Valuing: Finding CONTEXT CLUES can also help when a word has more than one meaning. These words are
Practical called homographs. Some simple examples are “bank,” “live,” and “rose.” Context
Applications of clues allow us to choose the specific meaning the author intended for that word, at
Concepts and Skills that time. If you’re reading about a bear racing through the woods, for example, and
in Daily Living he climbs a bank, context clues tell you it’s a mound of dirt, not a place where
people keep their money.

Retrieved from https://resources.readingvine.com/what-are-the-different-types-of-context-clues/

Thus, context clues are essential to us, especially when you are in the middle of an
examination, which using dictionaries is prohibited. Through this, it develops your critical
thinking skills by analyzing and interpreting based on your prior knowledge of the unfamiliar
words in the sentence or the sentences that surround those uncommon words.

So, context clues help you to increase your vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and
become a better reader.

You’ve ever heard the term before or not, you probably use context clues all the time –
maybe without even realizing it.
 Now, after relearning and understanding with those explanations about context clues,
let us try to apply your learnings by doing these sets of activities. Never be
afraid of committing mistakes, for it is part of your learning. Enjoy!

Exercise A. Read each question carefully and write the letter of your correct answer in your
notebook. The word you are going to define is underlined.
1. No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is
made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with
Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous.
If something is ubiquitous, ________________.
a. it is fuzzy and will bite you c. it costs too much money
b. it is everywhere d. it causes rashes

2. Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!
In the above context, what does "rash" mean?
a. an itchy skin condition c. trying to disguise a piece of cheese
b. funny d. with little thought or consideration
3. Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him.
Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a
while?
What does "bashing" mean in the above selection?
a. hitting hard with a heavy tool c. speaking or writing harshly about
b. going to too many expensive parties d. voting for a different candidate
4. Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life-saving research.
What does "esteemed" mean?
a. held over boiling water c. unable to chew gum
b. very old d. greatly admired
5. I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will
be an incentive for them to work harder.
What is the meaning of "incentive"?
a. a reason to do something c. a tax
b. a small amount of money d. a good job
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Exercise B. Identify the types of context clues and meaning of each underlined word in the
following sentences. Write the type of context clues on the space provided before
each number and the meaning on the spaces after each sentence. Write your
answers directly in your notebook.
_______ 1. Sam felt remorse, or shame, for his harsh words. ________________
_______ 2. The manager wanted a weekly inspection, which is a methodical examination of all
the equipment. ______________________
_______ 3. The feral cat would not let us pet him, unlike our friendly cat.
_________________________
_______ 4. Pedagogical institutions, including high schools, kindergartens, and colleges,
require community support to function efficiently._______________________
_______ 5. Frances was so famished that people felt sorry for her, and gave her food to eat.
_____________________________
F. Generalization
Directions: Review the lesson on CONTEXT CLUES. Then write your reflection in your
notebook by completing the statements below.
I have learned that_______________________________________
I have realized that_______________________________________
I will apply_____________________________________________

G. Assessment
Assess what you have learned!
A. Directions: Analyze the highlighted word in each sentence and identify its meaning using
context clues. Do this on your activity notebook.

1. Agatha’s peculiar-looking pet cat made everyone think that it’s from a different dimension.
What does peculiar mean?
a. ugly b. wild c. strange d. angry

2. The conflagration in the Australian outback killed nearly 3 billion animals. Conflagration
in this sentence means?
a. forest fire b. rally c. war d. calamity

3. The citizens were infuriated when they found out that the food supplies were not distributed
equally. When someone is infuriated, he/she is?
a. fearful b. very angry c. jealous d. ungrateful

4. I always get an eerie feeling whenever I pass by that old abandoned house. What does eerie
mean?
a. exciting b. confusing c. creepy d. fun

5. Karen was crying heavily after our movie date last night. She said the story was poignant.
Poignant means?
a. boring b. thrilling c. confusing d. touching

6. Some girls writhe in pain when their dysmenorrhea attacks. To writhe in pain means?
a. to twist in pain c. to roll in pain
b. to jump in pain d. to run in pain

7. You can’t defeat superheroes. They are invincible. When someone is invincible, he/she is?
a. immortal b. strong c. unbeatable d. brave

8. Juan was wrongly incarcerated for 12 years for a crime he did not commit. To be
incarcerated is to be?
a. tortured b. beaten to death c. imprisoned d. hanged

9. The thief skedaddled when he heard the police sirens from afar. What does the highlighted
word mean?
a. jumped b. ran away c. froze in fear d. panicked

10. I was astounded with what I saw when I reached the peak of Mt. Talinis. The scenery was
breathtaking. Astounded means?
a. amazed b. disappointed c. afraid d. depressed

B. Directions: Identify the types of context clues and meaning of each underlined word in the
following sentences. Write the type of context clues on the space provided
before each number and the meaning on the spaces after each sentence.
Write your answers directly in your notebook.
_______ 1. The restaurant ambiance, including its quite music, flowers, and candle light, made
it a perfect pace for Valentines day. ________________
_______ 2. The child’s ability to perform gymnastic was apparent or obvious, at an early
age.______________________
 _______ 3. Carla was meticulous with her assignments, unlike her brother Ralph who
“scribbled all over the page”._____________________________
_______ 4. Ricardo is so arrogant. He is always bragging on something_______________

_______ 5. All animals share the same vital needs, such as food, water and
shelter.________________________

H. Additional Activities ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY:

for Application or Awesome! You have done a great job! Finally, you have improved your context clues
remediation if skills and be able to apply all your learnings not only in your English classes but also to other
Needed subject areas that are necessary for you to use. You have also increased your vocabulary and
have developed your reading comprehension skills. To achieve your full potential of using
context clues, keep on reading, and practice these skills always.
For the last stretch, you are going to create a brochure about local cultures in the
Philippines. With all your knowledge about context clues, apply those insights as you write and
design your brochure. Don’t forget to show your creative skills in making your brochure.
Enjoy and good luck!

DIRECTIONS: As you create your brochure, you can choose one aspect of Philippine cultures
to focus on. Meanwhile, here are the following aspects of Philippine cultures
you can choose from:
a. Foods
b. Values
c. Celebrations
d. Family
e. Language
f. Clothing
(Use the rubric reflected in module 1 for the specific activity as your guide.)
IV. REMARKS
V. REFLECTIONS
A. No.of learners
who learned 80% on the
formative assessment
B. No.of learners
who require additional
activities for
remediation.
C. Did the
remedial lessons
work? No.of learners
who have caught up
with the lesson.
D. No.of learners
who continue to require
remediation
E.Which of my teaching
strategies worked
well? Why did these
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:
Lucille D. Barillo
Teacher III
Pulangbato National High school