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A Detailed Lesson Plan in English Grade 7

A. Content Standard
The learners demonstrate their multiliteracies and communicative competence
in evaluating Philippine literature (prose) for clanty of meaning, purpose, and
target audience as a foundation for publishing original literary texts that reflect
local and national identity.

B. Performance Standard
The learners analyze the style, form, and features of Philippine prose (short
story and novel), evaluate prose for clarity of meaning, purpose, and target
audience, and compose and publish an original multimodal literary text (short
story) that represents their meaning. Purpose, and target audience, and reflects
their local national identity identity

C. Learning Competencies
EN7LIT-II-1: Identify figures of speech (paradox, oxymoron and epiphany)
commonly used to in prose (e.g. short story and novel).

I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to:
A. define paradox, oxymoron, and epiphany in prose;
B. analyze the use of these figures of speech and explain how they contribute to
the meaning, themes or character development of a story;
C. Identify paradox, oxymoron, and epiphany through the given sentences.

II. CONTENT
A. Topic : Figure of Speech: Paradox, Oxymoron, and Epiphany in Prose
B. Materials: Television, Power Point Presentation, Laptop, Work sheet
C. Reference/s: https://www.myenglishpages.com/site_php_files/writing-irony.phphttps://
www.thoughtco.com/awfully-good-examples-of-oxymorons-
1691814https://penlighten.com/examples-of-paradox-in-literature
D. Values: Creativity, Collaboration
E. Integration: Creative Literacy, and Critical Literacy

III. PROCEDURE
Teacher’s Activity Student’s Activity
A. PRELIMINARY ACTIVITIES
Prayer:
Let us start our day with a prayer.
Please stand up. Let us pray. In the name of the Father, of
the son and of the Holy Spirit. Lord we
thank you for giving us another
opportunity to go on with our everyday
 lives. May you be the one to lead us in
everything that we do; we also ask for
your guidance as we study. Give us your
knowledge and wisdom for us to
understand the ideas to be shared by our
teacher. We ask this in Jesus name,
Amen.
Greetings:
Good afternoon class! Good afternoon ma’am

How are you today? We are fine ma’am!

Classroom Management:
Before you may take your seat, kindly
check if there are some litters around
your seat. (students will arrange their chairs and
pick-up some litters)
Checking of attendance:
Class Secretary, kindly check the
attendance. Thank you! Yes, ma’am!

Presentation of classroom rules:

Before having a review, let me present
to you our classroom rules to be
observed. Kindly read it everybody. Classroom rules:
1. Come to class prepared.
2. No phones or others personal device.
3. Be ready to learn .
4. Be attentive to teachers while teaching.
5. Raise your hand if you want to say
something.

Thank you!
Review:
Before we proceed to our new topic,
may we have a short review with the last
topic that we had.
Anyone? Ma’am our last topic last meeting is all
about the elements of short story.

That’s brilliant!

Last time, we studied about elements

of short story and narrative techniques.

B. Motivation
Class let’s play a game entitled
MESSAGE RELAY WITH A TWIST.
Instruction:
Each group. Will line up in a straight line.
The person at the back of each line will
start by picking up the folder and reading
the message, which contains three words.
The message will be whispered to the
person in front, and this continues until it
reaches the person at the front of the line.
Once the person there will form the
jumbled letters into the correct words.
After forming the correct words, you will
raise your flag to indicate you are done.

Do you have any questions? None Ma’am

Are you ready class? Yes Ma’am!

Alright let’s begin…

Answer:

1. OXPRAAD -Paradox
2. MXORNOYO -Oxymoron
3. PAHYNIEP -Epiphany

C. Presentation of the lesson:

Based on the activity you did, what do
you think is our lesson for today, class? Our lesson for today ma’am is all about
Figure of speech.
Exactly!
Our lesson is all about Figures of speech,
specifically paradox, oxymoron and
epiphany.

Before we go deeper into our discussion,

I will present to you what we our going to
focus on in this lesson.
Everybody, please read our
objectives. At the end of the lesson, the learners
should be able to:
A. define paradox, oxymoron, and
epiphany in prose;
B. analyze the use of these figures of
speech and explain how they contribute
to the meaning, themes, or character
development of a story;
C. identify paradox, oxymoron, and
epiphany through the given sentences
Take note class, that all the things that
we’ve been learning a while back is about
Figures of speech.

D. Discussion
 To start with, please read the definition
of the figures of speech.
Yes Caithlyn? Figures of speech are creative
expressions that go beyond the literal
meanings of words to convey deeper
meanings, create emphasis, or add beauty
to language. They often involve
comparisons, contradictions, or imagery
and are commonly used in literature to
enhance storytelling and engage the
reader’s imagination.

Thank you Caithlyn!

Figures of speech are ways of using
language that make it more interesting
and expressive. They help convey deeper
meanings, create emphasis, or add beauty
to words. Common examples include
comparisons (like metaphors and similes)
and imagery. Writers use them in stories
to capture the reader's imagination and
make their writing more engaging.

Now let’s proceed to the 1st type of

Figure of Speech, which is the paradox.

Please read Angeline! A paradox is a situation or statement that

seems contradictory or absurd but reveals
a deeper truth.

Thank you!
Kindly read again Kian. A paradox is a situation or statement that
seems contradictory or absurd but reveals
a deeper truth.
Thank you Kian!
A paradox is something that sounds
impossible or makes no sense at first, but
when you think about it more, you can
see a hidden truth or deeper meaning.

Example of paradox:
“The monkey, why was smart, acted
very foolishly.”

Explanation: The monkey is described

as “smart,” but acting foolishly is the
apposite of being smart. This is a paradox
because it shows that even smart people
can sometimes make foolish choices.
Another example:
. “The turtle, though small and slow,
won against the big, strong monkey.”

Explanation: The turtle is small and

slow, while the monkey is big and fast, so
it seems impossible for the turtle to win.
This is a paradox because something that
seems impossible actually happens: the
small, slow turtle wins because it is
clever.

Another example:
“The monkey took all the bananas, but
ended up with nothing.”

Explanation: The monkey took all the

bananas, so it should have a lot, but
instead, it ends up with nothing. This is a
paradox because greed usually gives you
more, but here, it leads to losing
everything.

Who wants to give an example of

paradox?.
Yes Angeline? Ma’am example of paradox is “This
statement is false”
Explanation: if the statement is true,
then it must be false, if it's false, then it's
true. This creates a logical contradiction
Precisely!
Okay another example.
Yes Jewel? “I am lying”
Explanation: If the statement is true,
then it's a lie, but if it's a lie it must be a
true it contradict itself.
Amazing!
Okay another example
Yes Althea? “having too many option makes it
harder to decide”
Explanation: while more choices seem
better, they can overwhelm and confused
people.

Brilliant!
Okay how these paradox contribute to the
meaning or development of the story?
Yes Althea? Paradoxes deepen the story’s themes by
revealing contradictions in characters and
ideas, while also driving character
 development through the resolution of
these conflicts.
Precisely!
Paradoxes contribute to the story by
highlighting complex themes and
contradictions, challenging characters to
grow and develop through resolving
internal conflicts.

Okay let’s proceed to the type of Figures

of speech which is the oxymoron.
Please read Reign? An oxymoron is a figure of speech that
combines two contradictory terms to
create an impactful expression.
Thank you
Kindly read again Justine An oxymoron is a figure of speech that
combines two contradictory terms to
create an impactful expression.
Thank you!
An oxymoron is a phrase that puts
together two opposite words to create a
surprising or interesting idea, like
“bittersweet” or “deafening silence.”

Examples of oxymoron
“The monkey gave a selfish gift to the
turtle.”

Explanation: A “gift” is usually

something kind and generous, but the
word “selfish” shows the opposite. This
is an oxymoron because it combines two
opposite ideas: a gift is supposed to be
generous, but the monkey’s gift is selfish.

Another example:
“The turtle moved with quiet speed.”

Explanation: Speed is usually something

fast and loud, but “quiet speed” means
moving fast without making noise. This
is an oxymoron because “quiet” and
“speed” are two ideas that don’t usually
go together.

Another example:
“The monkey felt happy anger when he
saw the turtle tricked him.”

Explanation: “Happy” and “anger” are

two opposite emotions, so feeling both at
the same time is confusing. This is an
oxymoron because it puts together
feelings that don’t normally mix.

Who wants to give me an example of

oxymoron?
Yes Janaira? “I ordered a plate of jumbo shrimp for
dinner”
Explanation: “Jumbo” means large and
“shrimp” refers to something small. The
two words together create a contradiction.
Amazing!
Give me another example
Yes Mitch? “there was a deafening silence after the
announcement”
Explanation: “Deafening” means very
loud, but “silence” means no sound. This
oxymoron describes a quiet that feels
unusually loud or heavy.
Amazing!
Okay another example
Yes Jaylord? “Just act naturally when you meet her”
Explanation: “Act” means to perform or
do something deliberately, while
“naturally” means without effort. This
oxymoron suggests acting without trying
to act.
Brilliant!
how these oxymoron contribute to the
meaning or development of the story?
Yes Alyssa! Oxymoron contribute to the story by
highlighting contradictions or contrasting
ideas, deepening the theme and
emphasizing the complexity of characters
or situations.
Bravo!
Oxymoron contribute to the story by
expressing complex ideas or emotions,
highlighting contradictions that enhance
thematic depth and character
development.

Let’s proceed to the last figures of

speech, which is the epiphany.
Please read the definition Samantha! An epiphany is a sudden realization or
moment of insight that changes a
character’s understanding.
Thank you Samantha!
Kindly read again Joshua! An epiphany is a sudden realization or
 moment of insight that changes a
character’s understanding.
Thank you Joshua!
An epiphany is a transformative moment
when a character experiences a profound
realization that deepens their
understanding of themselves, others, or
the world around them, often leading to
significant changes in their perspective or
behavior.

Examples of epiphany
“The turtle realized that patience and
cleverness are more important than
strength.”

Explanation: The turtle has a moment of

sudden understanding that being patient
and smart is better than being strong. This
is an epiphany because it’s a sudden
realization that changes the turtle’s
understanding of what is truly important.

Another example:
“The monkey understood too late that
being greedy hurts himself.”

Explanation: The monkey finally

realizes that greed only causes harm, but
by this time, it’s already too late. This is
an epiphany because it’s a moment of
realization that comes after suffering the
consequences of greed.

Another example:
"Both animals realized that working
together could have been better for
both of them."

Explanation: At the end of the story,

both the monkey and the turtle realize
that if they had worked together, they
would have had more. This is an
epiphany because they suddenly
understand that teamwork is more
beneficial than fighting each other.

Okay who wants to give example

Yes Kimlyn? “She had an epiphany and understood
why her friend was upset”
 Explanation: The epiphany is a sudden
understanding of her friend’s feelings.
Very well said!
Another example
Yes Mitch? “He had an epiphany and realized he
should study harder for the test”
Explanation: The epiphany is a sudden
realization that he needs to study more.
Fantastic!
Another
Yes Gabriel? “One day, she had an epiphany and
decided to follow her dreams”
Explanation: The epiphany is a sudden
movement when she realized what she
truly wants to do in life
Bravo!
How these epiphany contribute to the
meaning or development of the story? Epiphanies contribute to the story by
providing moments of sudden realization
or clarity, leading to character growth and
advancing the plot.
Splendid!
Epiphanies contribute to the story by
offering characters sudden insights or
understanding, leading to important
growth, changes, or resolutions in the
narrative.

Did you understand class? Yes ma’am

Amazing! It seems to me that you have

understood well our topic. Let us now
have a short recap

F. GENERALIZATION

Let’s have a recap about the lesson that

we studied today

Class, what is Figures of speech?

Yes Ahrvy? Figures of speech are creative
expressions that go beyond the literal
meanings of words to convey deeper
meanings, create emphasis, or add beauty
to language. They often involve
comparisons, contradictions, or imagery
and are commonly used in literature to
enhance storytelling and engage the
reader’s imagination.
Excellent!
Kindly repeat Marc? Figures of speech are rhetorical devices
that use language in creative ways to
convey meaning, emphasize ideas, or
create effects, such as metaphors, similes,
and personification.
Amazing!
Give me the type of Figures of speech
that we discuss?
Yes Janaira? Ma’am the types of figures of speech that
we discuss is the paradox, oxymoron, and
epiphany.
Precisely!
Kindly repeat Charles? Ma’am the types of figures of speech that
we discuss is the paradox, oxymoron, and
epiphany.
Amazing!
What is Paradox??
Yes Jayrovil? A paradox is a situation or statement that
seems contradictory or absurd but reveals
a deeper truth.
Very well said!
Kindly repeat Iesha? A paradox is a situation or statement that
seems contradictory or absurd but reveals
a deeper truth.
Very good!
Give me examples of paradox.
Yes Joedaine? Ma’am examples of paradox is “This is
the beginning of the end.”
Splendid!
Yes another example Caithlyn? “You must lose yourself to find
yourself.”
Amazing!
What is oxymoron?
Yes Jaylord? An oxymoron is a figure of speech that
combines two contradictory terms to
create an impactful expression.
Bravo!
Kindly repeat Mitch? An oxymoron is a figure of speech that
combines two contradictory terms to
create an impactful expression.
Very Good!
So give me examples of oxymoron.
Yes Samantha? Ma’am example is “Parting is such sweet
sorrow.”
Precisely!
Okay another example.
Yes Kian? The silence was deafening

Very Good!
What is epiphany?
Yes Kyle? An epiphany is a sudden realization or
moment of insight that changes a
character’s understanding.
Very well said!
Give me examples of epiphany.
Yes Kathryn? "When he looked into his newborn’s
eyes, he understood what love truly
meant."
Fantastic!
Another example
Yes Ryle? "She had an epiphany and understood
why she and her friend had been
fighting."
Brilliant!
How these figures of speech contribute to
the development of the story!
Yes Caithlyn? Paradoxes reveal contradictions in
characters or themes, adding complexity
and depth to the story. Oxymorons
highlight contrasting ideas, emphasizing
tension and enriching the narrative.
Epiphanies provide moments of sudden
realization, driving character growth and
advancing the plot.
Very well said!
It seems to me that you understood well
our lesson. Let’s proceed now to the next
activity.

Do have questions? None’am

Alright then let’s start..

F. APPLICATION
Class, let’s have another group game.
“FIGURE IT OUT”
Activity Description: “In this group
activity, students are given a sentences of
paradox, oxymoron, and epiphany, I will
Read the sentences and You write your
answer on the illustration board and raise
your answers when the timer is done. The
group who get the highest score will be
the winner.
Sentences Answer:

 The more you give , the more you

have.
 You have to lose yourself to find Paradox
 yourself.
 This is the beginning of the end.
 Less is more.
 The only constant is change.

 It was a better sweet goodbye.

 She gave a loud whisper
 The comedian told a seriously Oxymoron
funny joke
 He is a wise fool
 She has an old new car

 She had an epiphany while

reading the book, realizing that
her passion was to write.
 During the meeting, he had an Epiphany
epiphany about how to improve
the project
 After hours of thinking, she had
an epiphany and realize the
solution to the problem
 While watching the sunset, she
had an epiphany about the
importance of living in the
moment
 He had an epiphany when he saw
his old friend and realized how
much he had changed

Do have questions? Yes Ma’am!

Alright then let’s start..

G. EVALUATION
Directions: Read the question carefully,
and circle the correct answer. .

1. Which of the following is an

example of a paradox?

A) “Jumbo shrimp”
B) “I know one thing: that I know
nothing”
C) “A bitter sweet moment”
D) “Deafening silence

2. What is an example of an
oxymoron?

A) “Living death”
 B) “Time is money”
C) “A soldier’s journey”
D) “A journey of life”

3. Which of the following represents

an epiphany?

A) A character suddenly realizes

the truth about their life
B) A character argues with
another character
C) A character experiences fear
D) A character is told a secret

4. In the sentence “The silence was

deafening,” the figure of speech
used is:
A) Paradox
B) Epiphany
C) Oxymoron
D) Allegory

5. Which of the following is an

example of a paradox?
A) “Living in a world of constant
change”
B) “War is peace”
C) “A cold fire”
D) “He was the best of times, he
was the worst of times”

6. In which scenario is an epiphany

most likely to occur?
A) When a character decides to
leave a situation without
explanation
B) When a character realizes
something that changes their
perspective on life
C) When a character speaks to
another character about their
troubles
D) When a character is caught in a
physical struggle

7. Which of the following sentences

best illustrates an oxymoron?
A) “The early bird catches the
worm”
B) “An honest thief”
 C) “He ran as fast as he could”
D) “She was so tired she couldn’t
sleep”

8. Which of the following is an

example of a paradox in
literature?
A) “The more you know, the less
you understand”
B) “The quick brown fox jumps
over the lazy dog”
C) “She was too tired to wake up”
D) “Time flies when you’re
having fun”

9. Which of these is an example of

an epiphany in literature?
A) A character realizes they must
leave their home to find happiness
B) A character receives a gift
from a loved one
C) A character faces a great loss
and decides to fight back Answer:
D) A character writes down their 1. B
thoughts in a diary 2. A
3. A
10. Which of the following is an 4. B
oxymoron 5. B
A) “Perfect mistake” 6. B
B) “Living forever” 7. A
C) “True liar” 8. A
D) “Running late” 9. A

H. ASSIGNMENT
Directions: Write 5 examples/sentences
for each figures of speech. Write it on 1
whole sheet of paper.

Is there any question regarding our lesson

for today? None Ma’am

If there’s none, then let’s call it a day.

And see you next time.

Goodbye class! Good bye ma’am .

Prepared by:

MARICAR H. RAMOS
BSED-4 ENGLISH
Checked by:

ROWENA CABACCAN ACOSTA

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