LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y.
2020-2021
Republic of the Philippines
Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan Parochial School
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro
Telefax No. 043-284-3587
Junior High School Department
VIS A Marian educational institution committed to a holistic
educational experience enabling and inspiring students to
lead lives of choice, purpose, and service.
MIS To create and maintain a student-centered learning
environment where teaching and learning are purpose-
driven and students are assisted towards the development of
personal and social responsibility.
GO
1. Ensure that every student is valued for their individuality
and diversity.
2. Provide set of spiritual and moral values as honesty,
integrity and good judgment.
3. Deliver an enquiring and discriminating mind desiring for
knowledge and wisdom.
4. Develop student’s full potential in a stimulating and
caring environment for learning.
5. Advance the moral and spiritual well-being of the
students based on Marian values.
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
1
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
MODULE
1
LITERATURE (Africa) &
Q1 GRAMMAR (Context Clues)
‘ CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD
The learners demonstrate The learners will be able
understanding of African to transfer learning by composing
literature as a means of exploring and delivering an informative
forces that human beings contend speech based on a specific topic of
with; various reading styles vis – à- interest keeping in mind the proper
vis purposes of reading; prosodic and effective use of parallel
features that serve as carriers of structures and cohesive devices
meaning; ways by which information and appropriate prosodic features,
may be organized, related, and stance, and behavior.
delivered orally; and parallel
structures and cohesive devices in
FORMATION STANDARD
The learners will value the Mission, Vision, Goals and Objective of the
school in lined with the subject matter.
MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY
Determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local culture by noting context clues.
TIME FRAME: 1 week
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this module, the learner will be able to:
Provide ideas about the African culture and traditions.
Understand the literary piece entitled “AFRICA”.
Reflects on the situations and context derived from the poem.
Use context clues as a comprehension strategy to determine the meaning of
unknown words.
SUBJECT MATTER
Africa by David Diop
Context Clues
PRAYER
(In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.)
Lord, true source and giver of life and wisdom, grant me discernment, understanding and
wisdom in learning. Shine also in my mind the light of the grace of the Holy Spirit. Give me a
keen sense of understanding, a retentive memory, a capacity to grasp things correctly, and a
skill to express myself with thoroughness and clarity. Be with me at the start of my work. Guide
its progress and bring it into completion. Grant this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
(In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.)
DISCLAIMER
The images were taken
from the internet or
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
2
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
PRE-ASSESSMENT TEST
Directions: Match the following vocabulary words in Column B with its corresponding meaning
in Column A. Write the letter of the correct answer before the number on the space
provided.
A B
________1. A large flat area of land with grass and very
few trees especially in Africa and South A. bank
America. B. grave
Activity # 1 - SUNGRAM
________2. the rising ground or bordering a lake, river or C. humiliate
sea or forming the edge of a cut or hollow. D. impetuous
________3.to supply (something, such as land) with water E. irrigate
by using artificial means (such as pipes). F. isolation
________4. to make (someone) feel very ashamed or foolish. G. midday
________5. to move quickly or forcefully H. obstinate
________6. the middle of the day I. savannas
________7.serious and sad J. splendid
________8. refusing to change your behavior or your ideas K. whip
________9.acting or done quickly and without thought or
care
[Link]; very impressive
ACTIVITY # 1 – SUNGRAM
Sungram is a type of graphic organizer that involves multiple traits, facts or attributes
associated with a single topic.
Directions: Write inside the box your insights about “Africa”. A word or phrase will do.
The first box is an example.
SLAVERY
AFRICA
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
3
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
ACTIVITY # 2 – PICTURE ANALYSES
WHAT’S GOING ON IN THESE PICTURES?
Directions: Based on the pictures below, what is the situation of the Africans in terms of
education, home condition, tradition and beliefs? Write your answer in the box provided.
1. EDUCATION
2. HOME CONDITION
3. TRADITONS AND BELIEFS
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
4
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
ACTIVITY # 3 – ME AND MY BESTFRIEND
Directions: Complete the table below. Write down your lifestyle and the lifestyle of Africans.
Consider Africans as your best friend.
ASPECTS BESTFRIEND ME
EDUCATION
HOME CONDITION
TRADITION AND
BELIEFS
With your answer above, answer the following questions:
1. In what aspect/s are you similar with the Africans?
Education:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Condition:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Beliefs and Traditions:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
2. In what aspect/s are you different with the Africans?
Education:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Home Condition:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Beliefs and Traditions:
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
3. Did you realize something? What is that?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
LECTURE 1
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
5
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
READING COMPREHENSION
AFRICA: Rhythm of Traditions
(Read this on your book Language Literature by Nicolas M. Galvez Jr, Michael Angelo E.
Malicsi and Lourdes M. Ribo page 554. )
FACTS ABOUT AFRICA
A. Africa is considered to be the second largest continent in the world with a total
area of around 11 million square miles that account for 5.7% of the earth’s
surface as well as 20% of the total surface of land on our planet.
B. There are 54 countries as well as quite a few disputed territories. Sudan is
used to be the largest country in Africa until it was split into Sudan and South
Sudan. Algeria is now the largest African country by geographical area. Cairo is
the capital city of Egypt and is also the largest city.
[Link]
[Link]
SLAVERY IN AFRICA
C. Systems of servitude and slavery were common in parts of Africa in ancient
times, as they were in much of the rest of the ancient world. When the Arab slave
trade (which started in the 7 th century) and Atlantic slave trade (which started in
the 16th century) began, many of the pre-existing local African slave system began
supplying captives for slave markets outside Africa. Slavery in historical Africa was
practiced in many different forms: Debt slavery, enslavement of war captives,
military slavery, slavery for prostitutions, and criminal slavery were all practiced in
various parts of Africa.
[Link]
Understanding Author’s Profile
After we know the background of Africa let us know who is behind the great poem.
He was
a Senegalese
died in an air
short story, he
confined at a
noteworthy po
Africans.
Diop w
Africane. He p
Pilon.
A relativ
practicing vete
quality poems
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
6
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
ACTIVITY # 4 – UNDERSTANDING LITERATURE
After the three activities, we’ve learned something about the lifestyle of Africans and the
author behind the poem. In order for us to further learn about them let us all read and analyze
the poem “Africa” written by David Diop.
AFRICA
By: David Diop
I. Africa my Africa,
Africa of proud warriors
In ancestral savannas,
Africa of whom my grandmother sings
On the banks of the distant river
I have never known you
But your blood flows in my veins
II. Your beautiful black blood
That irrigates the field
The sweat of your work
The work of your slavery
The slavery of your children
III. Africa, tell me Africa,
Is this you, this back that is bent,
This back that breaks
Under the weight of humiliation
This back trembling with red scars
Saying yes to the whip
Under the midday sun?
IV. A grave voice answers me:
Impetuous son this tree, young and strong
This tree there, in splendid isolation
Amidst white and faded flowers,
That is Africa your Africa
That grows again, patiently, obstinately
As its fruit gradually acquires
The bitter taste of liberty.
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
7
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
DEVELOPING COMPREHENSION
1. Does the speaker learn about the old Africa from direct experience? What line in the poem
gives away the answer?
2. What is the message of the poem?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
3. As a catholic learner, how will you help a person with the same condition with the
Africans?
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
ACTIVITY # 5 – ANALYZING THE POEM
Direction: Using the graphic organizer below, write your understanding in each stanza of the
poem. Limit your answer in one-two sentences.
ONE
TWO
TITLE
__________
THREE
FOUR
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
REFLECTION
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
8
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
Someday, Someday, Africa will rise. Patiently, obstinately, like a tree that starts
from a seed until it becomes a fully grown tree that bears fruit. That someday, in a field
of white flowers, will grow huge and strong. Being free from the vines that kept it and
free from all the things that has bothered it when it was still small and harmless.
Everyone starts from a seed until we grow to be a beautiful flower or a tree, but
there might be hardships along the way. But everyone like us deserves to feel the fresh
and free warm air that every plant desires, after the long way we took to achieve it.
Writers carefully select words to convey their ideas to their readers. Sometimes readers
will encounter words that they do not understand. They must then use different strategies to
figure out the meanings of unfamiliar words on their own.
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
ACTIVITY # 6 - POETIC WORDS: Discovering the Meaning
Direction: Encircle the letter of the word that most closely matched the capitalize
words from the poem “Africa”.
1. Africa of PROUD warriors
a. humble b. low c. modest d. pleased
2. This back TREMBLING with red scars
a. firm b. shaking c. stable d. strong
3. This back that BREAKS under the weight of humiliation
a. connect b. continue c. repair d. rupture
4. The SLAVERY of your children
a. freedom b. privilege c. release d. servitude
5. The bitter taste of LIBERTY
a. arrest b. freedom c. hold d. imprisonment
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
LECTURE 2
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
9
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
PUT IT INTO CONTEXT!
How to hunt down the meaning of a word by using the clues around it.
What are Context Clues?
Context clues are hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or
passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of new
or unfamiliar words.
These are hints that the author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word. The clue
may appear within the same sentence as the word to which it refers, or it may follow in a
preceding sentence.
Unknown word is defined immediately following its use: brief definition, synonym, or
restatement using punctuation, commas, parentheses or dashes.
What are the types of Context Clues?
1. Example – The use of example or explanation to clarify or explain an unknown word.
Examples that the reader may know to help explain a new and unfamiliar concept or
term. Note the punctuation clues: commas or hyphens and the Signal words—like, such
as, for example, for instance, including, to illustrate, specifically.
Example#1: Many people have phobias, such as fear of heights, a fear of water, or a
fear of confined spaces.
(The unknown word in the sentence is the word PHOBIAS. There are examples of
phobias given in the sentence to easily understand it)
Example#2: Celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and stars, have fascinated
man through the centuries.
2. Definition– The meaning of the unknown word is given briefly after its use in the
sentence. Definitions are usually set off by commas or dashes, and may include the use
of words or phrases such as means, is, refers to and are called.
Example#1: Lingerie, French for women’s underwear and sleepwear, are available in
attractive colors.
(In the first example, the unfamiliar word LINGERIE is followed by its definition)
Example#2: His emaciation, that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to
see.
Example#3: Apples, red fruits that grows on trees, are my teacher’s favorite.
3. Synonym– A writer often choose a more familiar word or words with the same meaning
to make the difficult word understandable.
Example#1: John and Via have not spoken to each other for a year because of a
disagreement. The cause of their dissension was about money matters.
(The unknown word DISAGREEMENT is synonymous to the word DISSENSION)
Example#2: Tony noticed that the wallabies at the zoo looked like kangaroos.
Example#3: Ballet students appear so lithe; they are so limber and flexible.
4. Antonym – The unknown word is contrasted to a known word that is opposite or almost
opposite in meaning. Contrast clue words: but, however, in contrast to, on the other
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
10
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
4. Antonym – The unknown word is contrasted to a known word that is opposite or
almost opposite in meaning. Contrast clue words: but, however, in contrast to, on the
other hand
Example#1: The gentleman was portly, but his wife was thin.
(The unknown word PORTLY (somewhat fat) has an opposite meaning to the word
THIN.)
Example#2: While raptors are carnivorous, many birds subsist on seeds or other plant
parts.
HEY CONTEXT CLUE! I REMEMBER YOU!
By using the acronym EDSA you can remember the four types of context clues.
E- xample
D- efinition
S- ynonym
A- ntonym
WHY ARE CONTEXT CLUES IMPORTANT?
They help us define unfamiliar and difficult words in context.
They help us to become better and perceptive readers.
NAME: SCORE:
YEAR LEVEL & SECTION: DATE:
ADDRESS:
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
11
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
ACTIVITY # 7 – MEANING HUNT
ODE TO THE WEST WIND
By: Percy Bysshe Shelley
O, wild West Wind, thou breath of Autumn’s being,
Thou, from whose unseen presence the leaves dead
Are driven, like ghosts from enchanter fleeing,
Yellow, and black, and pale, and hectic red,
Pestilence-stricken multitudes: O, thou,
Who chariotest to their dark wintry bed
The winged seed, where they lie cold and low,
Each like a corpse within its grave, until
Thine azure sister of the spring shall blow
Her clarion o’er the dreaming earth, and fill
(Driving sweet buds like flocks to feed in the air)
With living hues and odours plain and hill:
Wild spirit, which art moving everwhere;
Destroyer and preserver; hear, O, hear!
Direction: Circle the letter of the word that most closely matched the underline word from the
passage.
1. CLARION a. arrow b. candle c. sky d. trumpet
2. ENCHANTER a. driving b. magician c. ocean d. singer
3. FLEEING a. dive b. running c. softly d. siding
4. HUES a. color b. discovery c. foods d. water
5. MULTITUDES a. horses b. many people c. officer d. painters
6. PESTILENCE a. dancing b. disease c. guilty d. promise
7. WINTRY a. autumnal b. cold c. summery d. vernal
ACTIVITY # 8 – PLAYING DETECTIVE
YOU ARE A DETECTIVE! IT IS TIME TO FOLLOW THE CLUE!
Directions: As a detective, read each sentence carefully. Encircle the letter that corresponds to
the
meaning of the underlined words.
1. The runner was last in the race. He began to feel great duress to get ahead of the other
racers. He needed to win to keep his standing in the port.
a. belief b. order c. pressure d. view
2. The fish made my line twitch, so I gave it a pull.
a. bend b. break c. fall d. jerk
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
12
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
3. An evanescent ring surrounded the moon as it rose. It was there for a moment, and then it
disappeared.
a. brief b. bright c. full d. ongoing
4. Matt has such a mind disposition that he always help people.
a. attitude/way b. doctor c. enemy d. show-off
5. Shaina is a blithe young girl. She always greets everyone with a smile.
a. angry b. cheerful c. sad d. unhappy
6. My snacks are kept in the pantry in the kitchen.
a. box b. drawer c. food closet d. shelf
7. The feisty dog had to stay in a cage so no one would get hurt.
a. friendly b. happy c. sleepy d. touchy
8. The boy acted in a humane way when taking care of the lost dog.
a. bad b. caring c. hurtful d. mean
9. The sky was dark and eerie looking before the storm.
a. black b. cloudy c. grey d. mysterious/scary
[Link] the birds began their migration in Texas, they didn’t have to travel far to fly
south.
a. chirping b. clucking c. moving around d. singing
ASSESSMENT
Directions: Identify the meaning of the underlined words. Encircle the letter of the correct
answer.
1. Emily is going to get her vision tested because she can’t see the board at school.
a. how well a person sees c. how well a person hears
b. what is the color of her eyes d. how strong a person is
2. Alex was excited by the tremendous monster trucks at the show. They were bigger than
he had ever seen.
a. bright b. powerful c. very big d. very small
3. If you gaze long enough at that picture of an old woman, she will seem to turn into a
young man.
a. listen b. look c. shout d. throw things
4. With talent like that, he should go for a musician. I’ve never heard such amazing playing.
a. ability b. confidence c. hair d. manners
5. Janelle had a score calf after the race. She rubbed her leg from the knee to the ankle.
a. hand b. lower part of leg c. muscle d. toe
6. My father went into a rage when I told him about the broken lamp.
a. anger b. lamp store c. lecture d. sorrow
7. My mom says I should assist older people when I can, opening doors for them across the
street.
a. ignore b. greet c. help d. wave
8. The movie was really humorous. I laughed so hard.
a. boring b. funny c. sad d. scary
9. I decided to go on the camping trip after all, but the offer was withdrawn.
a. accepted b. bad c. nice d. taken back
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
13
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
[Link] friends and I like to stroll through the park. Going slowly means we can see more of our
nature.
a. race b. run c. skateboard d. walk slowly
[Link] do you despise Chelsea so much? I don’t think she’s mean.
a. dislike b. gossip about c. ignore d. like
12.I can’t remove splinter from my hand. My mom will have to pull it out from me.
a. cut b. grab c. take out d. wash out
[Link] mother does a volunteer work as well as her paid work.
a. dirty b. easy c. hard d. unpaid
[Link] class was silent when the teacher asked who threw the pencil. No one said a word.
a. quite b. frowning c. loud d. smiling
[Link] would you like to contribute to the dinner? I’m bringing a cake.
a. donate b. eat c. take away d. say
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
YOUR TREASURE
In this part of the lesson, you are going to write down the insights and learning you’ve
had for the week. Don’t forget to include the lesson or topic which you want to continue learning
and the persons whom you think can help you learn them.
This week, I I will continue To learn this, I will
learned that… learning about… seek help from…
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED NAME PARENT’S SIGNATURE OVER PRINTED
NAME
As a reader you must act similar to a detective and put
together the clues from sentences surrounding to an unknown
word in order to make an intelligent “guess” as to what the
definition of a word is.
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
14
LEARNING MODULE IN ENGLISH 8 S.Y. 2020-2021
CLOSING PRAYER
(In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.)
I thank you, Lord our God, you have opened my eyes to the light of your wisdom. You have
gladdened my heart to the knowledge of truth. I entreat You, Lord. Help me always to do your
will. Bless my soul and body, my words and deeds. Enable me to grow in grace, virtue, and good
habits, that Your name may be glorified. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever, Amen.
(In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.)
At the end of the module (week) the student is expected to submit the following activities:
ACTIVITY NAME OF ACTIVITY PAGE SCORE
# NUMBER
PRE-ASSESSMENT Page 3
1 SUNGRAM Page 3
2 PICTURE ANALYSES Pages 4
3 ME AND MY BESTFRIEND Page 5
4 UNDERSTANDING LITERATURE/ Page 8
DEVELOPING COMPREHENSION
5 ANALYZING THE POEM Pages 8
6 POETIC WORDS: Discovering the Page 9
Meaning
7 MEANING HUNT Page 12
8 PLAYING DETECTIVE Pages 12-13
ASSESSMENT Pages 13-14
REFERENCES
Language in Literature Afro-Asian Literature
[Link]
[Link] context-clues-10498292
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ACADEMY RUFFA MAE N. JANDA
Madrid Blvd., Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro JOHN BRYLL A. MAGADIA
Teachers
15