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Supplementary
Reading Materials
English
Second Quarter
Department of Education – MIMAROPA Region
Supplementary Reading Materials
English
Second Quarter
First Edition, 2020
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Published by the Department of Education, MIMAROPA Region
Director: Benjamin D. Paragas, CESO V
OIC, Asst. Regional Director: Atty. Suzzette T. Gannaban-Medina
Development Team of the Material
Authors:
Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo, Sherry Anne Q. Añonuevo,
Melissa M. Carandang, Pinky P. Del Valle, Gilbert D. Aniar,
Editors:
Elizabeth de las Alas, Julie Ann Cueto, Hazel Portia C. Austria
Janine Gutierrez, Krizzea Matira
IPR Reviewers:
Joriel D. Alburo, Jinkeelyn P. De Jose, Malone C. Perez
Julie Ann B. Cueto, Elizabeth de las Alas
Reviewers:
Edna C. Oabel Nacy Alaska, Christine Heidie Garcillano,
Glenda Almeniana, Thervel Saez, Joseph Jambalos, Ph.D.,
Adelardo Malaluan, Ph.D., Lucin F. Fruelda, Jelly Sore,
Joey Bool Gutierrez, Ph.D., Melbert M. Broqueza, Ph.D.
Illustrators:
Ma. Jennifer Z. Pangilinan, Peterson Dela Cruz Enriquez,
Niña Joy Hernandez Sotto
Layout Artist:
Mario Johray V. Manongdo
Management Team: Benjamin D. Paragas, CESO V, Regional Director
Mariflor B. Musa, CLMD Chief
Edna C. Oabel, EPS – English/CLMD
Freddie Rey R. Ramirez, EPS - LRMS
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Supplementary
Reading Materials
English
Second Quarter
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Table of Contents
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Passage 1: Inquiring Online
Quarter 2
Use listening strategies based on purpose, familiarity with the topic
and levels of difficulty of short texts listened to
Passage 2: How to Fight COVID-19 at School
Quarter 2
……………………… 7
Use listening strategies based on purpose, familiarity with the topic
and levels of difficulty of short texts listened to
Passage 3: iSearch: Think Before You Click
Quarter 2
……………………… 10
Use a search engine to conduct a guided search on a given topic
Passage 4: Battle of the Portals: Ready… Attack
Quarter 2
……………………… 13
Use a search engine to conduct a guided search on a given topic
Passage 5: Iraya’s Pride
Quarter 2
……………………… 17
Gather current information from newspapers and other print
and nonprint media
……………………… 18
Passage 6: Filtered View of Reality
Quarter 2
Gather current information from newspapers and other print
and nonprint media
Passage 7: A New Breed of Heroes Rises
Quarter 2
……………………… 25
Extract information from a text using a summary, précis, and paraphrase
……………………… 27
Passage 8: Timing Is Everything
Quarter 2
Extract information from a text using a summary, précis, and paraphrase
……………………… 30
Passage 9: Beating Negativity
Quarter 2
Compare content of materials viewed to other sources of information
(print and radio)
……………………… 33
Passage 10: Bouncing Back
Quarter 2
Compare content of materials viewed to other sources of information
(print and radio)
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Passage 11: COVID-19: Connected to The Past?
Quarter 2
……………………… 36
Compare content of materials viewed to other sources of information
(print and radio)
Passage 12: Age Distribution of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in the Philippines
from January 18 - May 15, 2020
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Quarter 2
Transcode information from linear to non-linear texts and vice-versa
Key to Correction
References
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 1
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
INQUIRING ONLINE
Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo
Lito Pelaez
: (Dials the number on his phone. Then, the mobile phone on
the other line rings.)
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: (Picks up the phone and answers.) Hello! This is Ms. Ligaya
Tatlonghari, school personnel from the Record’s Office of
Mataas na Paaralan ng Silangang Mindoro speaking. May I
ask who’s calling?
Lito Pelaez
: This is Lito Pelaez, an incoming Grade 7 student from
Barangay Kalap.
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Good day, Lito. How may I be of help to you today?
Lito Pelaez
: Good day, too. I would like to inquire about the online
enrollment procedure in your school.
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Have you already registered during the Early Registration last
February and March?
Lito Pelaez
: I’m sorry, but I don’t know. My mother isn’t around. I couldn’t
ask her.
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Could you give me your personal information such as your
full name, your address, the name of the school where you
graduated and your Learner Reference Number (LRN). (She
gets her pen and a piece of paper from her drawer.)
Lito Pelaez
: (Hears noise) My full name is Jose Lito Pelaez Jr. I live in
Barangay Kalap. I graduated from Mababang Paaralan ng
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Kalap. Ahmm (pauses) I apologize. I wasn’t able to hear
clearly the last information you’re asking about? Could you
please repeat it?
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: It’s your Learner Reference Number or LRN.
Lito Pelaez
: Ah, my LRN is 808054456321.
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Let me just repeat the information I got to make sure they
were correct: full name - Jose Lito Pelaez Jr; address Barangay Kalap; school - Mababang Paaralan ng Kalap;
LRN – 8080544563249. Did I get them right?
Lito Pelaez
: Yes, you got them correctly, except the last digit of my LRN.
It’s not 9 but 1 (spells out the number).
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Ok, I got it. Do you mind waiting for few minutes? I’ll go and
check it on our records. Stay on the line.
(Music alters. After few minutes…)
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: (Music stops) Hello Lito, are you still there?
Lito Pelaez
: Yes, have you found my records?
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Thank you for patiently waiting, but I haven’t found any record.
To assist you better on the online enrollment procedure,
would you like me to transfer your call to Mr. Andres David,
our ICT coordinator?
Lito Pelaez
: Do as you please. Is there any information I need to prepare
ahead?
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Yes, I want you to prepare your email address and decide the
program you would like to be enrolled in. These are the
programs that we offer, write them down:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Special Science Classes (SSC)
Special Program in Journalism (SPJ)
Special Program in the Arts (SPA)
Special Program in Sports(SPS)
Lito Pelaez
: (Writes down the information) Let me repeat the programs STEM, SSC, SPJ, SPA, SPS. Are they correct?
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Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: Yes, they are. Do you still have other questions?
Lito Pelaez
: None so far. Thank you for assisting me.
Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari: It’s our pleasure to serve you. I’ll transfer your call now.
(The other line rings.)
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Use the clues in the sentences to identify
the meaning of the underlined word. Choose the letter only.
1. The woman inquires with the store cashier about the price list of the basic
goods.
A. studies
C. gives information
B. inspects closely
D. asks about
2. Due to COVID-19, online activities and other computer-based works become
popular.
A. uses internet
C. face to face
B. home-based
D. utilizes modules
3. From rock songs, the genre altered to jazz music.
A. stuck up
B. fixed
C. changed
D. set
Comprehension Questions
1. Who called at the Record’s Office of Mataas na Paaralan ng Silangang
Mindoro? Cite details about him.
2. Why did Lito call at the Record’s Office?
3. If you’re the one to speak with the ICT coordinator, what will you do to get and
to give the important information correctly?
4. How did Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari get the information she needed from Lito?
5. Did Lito encounter any difficulty while listening to Ms. Tatlonghari? If yes, how
did he try to solve it?
6. What listening strategies did Lito use to get the important information from Ms.
Talonghari? Were they effective?
7. Could you compose your own mobile phone conversation lines on how to get
and give information correctly? Write them.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 2
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
HOW TO FIGHT COVID-19 AT SCHOOL
Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo
Lily dela Cruz is a Grade 7 student from the Special Program in Journalism
(SPJ) of Mataas na Paaralan ng Silangang Mindoro. Her teacher assigned her to
conduct an interview with the school nurse about the school’s measures to prevent the
spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
One afternoon, Lily went to the school clinic to meet Ms. Maria Ignasio, the
school nurse, for an interview. Below is what transpired in the interview.
Lily
: Good day, Ms. Ignasio. I’m Lily dela Cruz, Grade 7-SPJ student. I came
here to conduct some interview with you. Do you have some spare time?
Ms. Ignasio : Yes of course. Come in. Have a seat. What is it that you want to ask me?
Lily
: My Health teacher, Mr. Manuel Apolinario, assigned me to conduct an
interview with you about the school’s measures to prevent the spread of
the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ms. Ignasio: We are fighting an invisible enemy. Corona virus had been very deadly,
so we really need to implement strict measures to avoid putting the lives
of everybody at risk. I will enumerate with you the school programs
against COVID-19.
Lily
: (Brings out her pen and paper.)
Ms. Ignasio: The school has the following preventive measures. First, strict
implementation of social distancing is expected. Unlike before, there
should be less face to face interaction in order to lessen direct contact
with people. Next, everybody is required to wear face mask.
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Lily
: May I interrupt you Ms. Ignasio. Will the school provide free face masks
and hand sanitizers?
Ms. Ignasio: The school doesn’t have enough fund to provide every student free face
mask. There are washable masks that students can buy and reuse.
There will be free hand sanitizers in every office.
Lily
: (Nods.)
Ms. Ignasio: Another way to prevent the spread of disease is frequent handwashing.
Lastly, if someone shows symptoms of COVID-19 like shortness of
breath, cough and fever, his/her parents would be advised to bring
him/her to the doctor.
Lily
: Ms. Ignasio, allow me to reiterate what you had said. First, practice social
distancing. Second, wear facemasks. Third, do frequent handwashing.
Finally, consult a doctor if symptoms appear. Did I get them right?
Ms. Ignasio : Well done, Lily! Do you have further questions?
Lily
: None, Ms. Ignasio. Everything was well-explained. Thank you for giving
me your generous time. Goodbye.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Use the clues in the sentences to identify
the meaning of the underlined word. Choose the letter only.
1. Getting a vaccine is a measure to prevent ourselves from being infected by a
disease.
A. size and amount
C. tool
B. instrument
D. way to achieve a purpose
2. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic after
it spread speedily all over the world.
A. limited
B. unique
C. widespread
D. special
3. During my spare time, I love to read books, watch K-Drama series, and play
mobile games.
A. loaded
B. free
C. busy
D. occupied
4. Our class adviser reiterated the schedule of the flag ceremony so that we
won’t be late.
A. repeated
B. duplicated
C. made again
D. created
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5. The monthly checking of electrical wirings is a preventive measure against
fire.
A. to preserve
C. to keep from happening
B. to attack
D. to save
Comprehension Questions
1. Who did Lily ask for an interview?
2. Why does Lily like to speak with Ms. Ignasio?
3. If you would be given a chance to speak with your school nurse, what healthrelated advice would you seek from him/her?
4. What word cues did Ms. Ignasio use to enumerate each of her advice? What
do you call those word cues?
5. Did the use of those word cues become effective during the conversation? If
yes, can you cite how?
6. Your friend asked you an advice about healthy recreation activities at home.
Can you write him/her a letter telling your advice? Use the word cues
mentioned above or you may use other examples.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 3
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
iSearch: THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK
Sherry Anne Q. Añonuevo
Carrying out a research project? Looking for the nearest convenient store early
in the morning? Monitoring areas free from traffic? Ordering meals online? Contacting
transportation services? Competing on mobile games? People are becoming more
and more dependent on search engines to get the answer for their everyday queries.
Everybody is seeking for answers, no one is staying behind. Today, all people are so
busy searching for all the demands on their minds and expressing what they think and
feel as they engage in a never-ending clicking and constant posting on social media.
Chances are unstoppable, possibilities are unpredictable, influences are unlimited – a
true embodiment on how the world works in this modern era.
Internet is the most powerful technology of the virtual times which helps people
not only in their daily lives but also in professional aspects. Simply called “the Net”,
Internet is a worldwide system of computer networks that transmits data via various
types of media. It was highly used all over the world and later introduced in some
countries, including the Philippines. Magpantay et al. (2002) further described the
Philippine Network Foundation (PHNET) achieved the nation’s first public permanent
connection to the internet, via a 64 kbit/s link to Sprint in the United States on 29 March
1994. Such breakthrough moment has opened the doors for progress on the Filipinos
having an access of wide information.
As the “net” continuously prospers, it plays a very vital role in education being
widely used to gather information and add knowledge of various subjects. Popular
search engines in the internet include Google, Yahoo and Bing which offer an easy
and instant reach to a vast amount of data in just a few seconds making them the
topmost choice of people especially around the world. For example, most Filipino
students use Google for research purposes and for relearning the topics taught in
school. Some prefer to visit sites according to their needs and interests. There are
websites that are used for communication like Facebook, Messenger and even Viber
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app. Others are for online entertainment like Youtube, mobile gaming, etc. While
Instagram, also a popular website, is utilized for uploading photos.
Moreover, search engines are generally accepted because of the many
advantages it provides to online users. Some of these are the ease of usability,
affordability and accessibility. With its wide range of information, it keeps people
updated with current issues and it can also be used to download e-resources that
support both teacher and students’ interaction in educational setting. However, not all
people especially those living in remote areas have access to the internet and can
afford to buy gadgets like laptop, mobile phones and tablets. Internet can also be
dangerous if not properly utilized. Cyberbullying which commonly happens online ruins
a person’s identity, reputation and even life. There are also websites that show
pornographic and violent images which sometimes appear as online advertisements.
Or worse, Internet can also cause addiction to people, engage them in unnecessary
use of time and distract them from accomplishing more important activities.
The Internet together with the different search engines are created as boons to
the people as they provide them a world of unlimited possibilities. Hence, this
technology can serve its good purposes if people know how to think before they click.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the sentences below, then select the correct meaning of the
highlighted word as used in the statement.
1. The modern technology was often regarded as the embodiment of unlimited
possibilities.
A. the representation or expression of ideas and quality
B. an intangible form of idea
C. the invisible representation of something
D. a pattern of behaviour that must not be imitated
2. Most Filipinos seek answers on the internet for their unending queries.
A. certainty
B. argument
C. questions
D. conviction
3. Google and Yahoo are both boons for the students especially when they have
projects and home works.
A. disadvantage
B. benefit
C. liability
D. constraint
Comprehension Questions
1. What is being referred to as a worldwide system of computer networks that
transmits data via various types of media? (Remembering)
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2. Why do Filipinos choose Google, Yahoo, and Bing as their topmost choice for
electronic search engines? (Understanding)
3. As a responsible internet and gadget user, how would you avoid cases like
cyberbullying, addiction and pornography? (Applying)
4. How did the “rise of the internet” open doors of progress in the lives of Filipinos?
(Analyzing)
5. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the internet or search
engines? Discuss each briefly. (Analyzing and Evaluating)
6. Did the internet change the lives of the Filipinos in educational, professional,
and daily living? Explain briefly. (Evaluating)
7. As a student and an active internet user, write an FB post with a hashtag that
promotes the positive and appropriate usage of internet? (Creating)
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 4
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
BATTLE OF THE PORTALS: READY… ATTACK!
Sherry Anne Q. Añonuevo
Are you ready to play? Have you chosen your best weapon for this legendary
battle? If not, the game has prepared variety of powerful players dominating the virtual
world with their power-ups and magic defense.
Game Description: Battle of the Portals is a legendary game among the
different search engines and browsers that have already secured a royal throne in the
virtual gaming world. The challenge is to attract users to choose a portal which will
become the primary gateway to the internet and will serve as the best tool for
information, entertainment, knowledge proliferation and a lot more. The battle
highlights’ three main levels: Level 1: Clash of Com sites (COC), Level 2: Watch
Mobile: Entertainment War, Level 3: Portal Legends.
Level 1: Clash of Com sites (COC)
This level is comprised of social media networks or communication platforms
that most Filipino students use to stay connected with the trends and to be entertained
with images, videos and posts. Heroes for this level are Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram.
Hero No. 1: Facebook (A Famous Combatant), popularly known as FB, has a broad
appeal across people of different ages. It is a social media site which allows users to
sign-up and join for free, connects with friends, family and even people they do not
know online. FB users can also upload pictures, videos, music, articles, and express
thoughts and opinions. It can also be used for online business, education, and
entertainment.
Power-ups: Connectivity, Virtual Communication, Village of Information
Weakness: Privacy Leaks, Time Consuming, Too much Freedom of Expression
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Hero No. 2: Twitter (A Loud Warrior) is a free social media platform that allows
members to broadcast short posts called “tweets”. Trending tweets every single day
are ranked on their top tweets using hashtags either nationwide or worldwide. Users
can easily connect with their favorite personalities and celebrities by just following their
accounts. They can also share videos, images and even trending news from the
government and other institutions.
Power-ups: Hashtag Power, Ease of Use, Access on Trends
Weakness: Character Limit, Unnoticed Tweets (depending on your followers),
Negative Criticism and Spam
Hero No. 3: Instagram (A Cool Slayer) is an online photo-sharing application and a
social media platform wherein users can edit and upload pictures and short videos
that can be shown with their Instagram friends. They can also add captions, edit filters
on their images and engage and follow others. This site is mostly used by celebrities
and even those with interest in photography, modelling, and people who love to take
and share selfies and groufies.
Power-ups: Influential Visual Medium, Strict Privacy, Effective Features
Weaknesses: Creation of Fake Life, Technical Drawbacks (best used on
mobiles/android phones only), Addiction to Users
Level 2: Watch Mobile: Entertainment War
This level is on entertainment mode wherein users can select videos, watch old
and new movies and series, as well as upload their own vlogs. Some famous
streaming heroes are Netflix and Youtube.
Hero No. 1: Youtube (A Viral Attacker) is a video sharing website wherein users can
upload and download videos. It contains variety of clips for educational and
entertainment purposes, how-to-do videos, films and news. It can also be used for
vlogging or self- expression commonly done by social media influencers.
Power-ups: No Sign-up Video Access, Potential Viral Chances, Ease of Use
Weakness: Public Exposure, Violence on Some Videos, Privacy Invasion
Hero No. 2: Netflix (The Rising Fighter) is a streaming tool that provides an
extensive variety of shows, movies, and documentaries that one can watch without
commercials. A viewer can only have an access if he/she has an account in Netflix
with monthly fees. Award-winning entries can be possibly watched and streamed.
Power-ups: High Quality Videos, Original Program, Ease of Use
Weakness: Membership Fee Access, Delayed Updates, Selection depends on
Location
Level 3: Portal Legends
This particular level showcases three of the most searched browsers and useful
search engines in the Philippines that provide vast amount of information. These
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famous heroes are Google, Yahoo, and Bing which make people life easier and more
convenient.
Hero No. 1: Google (The Legendary Marksman) is an electronic search engine
which includes many special features to help people find exactly what they are looking
for. It has the world’s information with images, videos, articles and webpages. It is
designed to help people work and play, to stay organized, to get answers, to grow
businesses, and to keep in touch with one another.
Power-ups: Accessibility, Village of Information, Multi-Useful
Weakness: Crowded Search Engine, Unsuitable Pages
Hero No. 2: Yahoo (A Silent Trooper) is an internet portal that provides numerous
websites and webpages one can search on. It also gives one of the best ways to
search the Web for a given topic due to its several linkages.
Power-ups: Powerful Search Engines, Security for Viruses, Bountiful Information
Weakness: Misinformation from Other Webpages, Misleading Sites
Hero No. 3: Bing (The Master Striker) is a search engine designed and launched by
Microsoft which offers a standard web search and specialized data for images, videos,
news, maps and other categories that can be searched on the net. It also caters vast
range of information.
Power-ups: Excellent Search Tools, Great Filter Results (depending on language,
region, and date), Available History Search Features
Weakness: Too much Advertisements, Slow Loading for Fancy Background Images
These varied search engines characterized by their special features including
their pros and cons were introduced to the netizens (network citizens) and they all
differ in their functions and purposes. All of these are considered beneficial to
everyone especially to the target players who are the “learners”. Multiple resources
from the different browsers will be of great help to learners whether it is for education,
entertainment, leisure, interaction, and research. They just need to be aware and
careful to select sites which are suitable and appropriate to their ages and learning
needs. A simple reminder to all the players; to think before they click and to be safe
before they slay the page.
Game starts in 3, 2, 1. All players assemble. Welcome to the Battle of Portals!
Ready… Attack!
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Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the statements carefully and look for the best meaning for the
underlined words as used in the sentence from the given choices.
1. The Website that they offer the participants provides a virtual tour of the
museum.
A. real conceptual form
B. an image formed by the apparent convergence of rays
C. authentic effect
D. actual reality
2. Many instructors already utilize portals through which students can access test
results.
A. search engine B. webtoon
C. gateway
D. passage
3. People can now watch live streaming of interactive shows on the popular
website.
A. the practice of putting students in groups of same ability
B. accompanied by copious running of the eyes
C. continuous flow of data
D. method of transmitting video/audio material
4. Online users must avoid an auto-generated spam browser.
A. relevant messages sent on the internet
B. intrusive advertising on the site
C. solicited messages sent in bulk
D. desired electronic content
5. The confidential information may leak due to poor security and indiscreet
privacy.
A. pass in through a crack
C. intentionally disclosure
B. escape from a hole
D. opening by fault
Comprehension Questions
1. Name various portals/search engines mentioned in the text. (Remembering)
2. What are the differences among the three most searched browsers, Google,
Yahoo, and Bing? (Understanding/Analyzing)
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3. Imagine you are a player of a game, choose one portal that you think you can
use when aiming for meaningful resources in education. Justify your choice of
portal. (Applying)
4. How can you classify the stated search engines according to their purpose?
(Analyzing)
5. How would you rank the given portals depending on their importance to you
as an online user? (Evaluating)
6. Through a three-paragraph essay, predict the outcome if all the internet
platforms unexpectedly vanished during the 21st century era. (Creating)
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 5
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
In Makapyas National High School, the grade seven students of Gumamela
section were attentively listening to their English teacher, Mrs. Luz Benitez.
Mrs. Benitez: Okay class, for our today’s reading session, we are going to read an
article published in Mindoro News last week. This article also circulated in an online
newspapers.
Student 1: What is the article all about Mrs. Benitez?
Mrs. Benitez: This is about a story of a young man from the Iraya-Mangyan tribe. While
reading, you have to take notes and gather all the important information from the article
about how this man achieved his dream of being an educator to his tribesmen. Here
are the copies of the article so you can start reading. Are my instructions clear, class?
Class: Yes, Mrs. Benitez!
IRAYA’S PRIDE
Melissa M. Carandang
If you have visited Mangyan Village in Talipanan, Puerto Galera, you may have
once encountered “Sir Pino”, a young educator who is considered by many as the
pride of Iraya Mangyan Tribe.
Pino Silaan Aranzado always thought to himself that he wanted to become a
teacher. Born in an indigenous community where education is romanticized
skeptically, he dreamt to become the person who will bring hope for a good future to
his fellow tribesmen especially, to his Iraya roots.
According to the Mangyan Heritage Center, Iraya Mangyans live in the
municipalities of Baco, San Teodoro, and Puerto Galera in Oriental Mindoro but most
are in Occidental Mindoro, particularly in the municipalities of Abra de Ilog, Paluan and
Mamburao.
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Sir Pino grew up in the mountainous part of the municipality of Puerto Galera.
Being the eldest among his four siblings, he never had an easy life and it also served
as an inspiration for him to work hard for his dreams.
From planting root crops in the mountain, selling nito-woven baskets barefooted
along the stretch of white sandy shores of the famous White Beach and touring
foreigners in the different tourist spots in Puerto Galera, he is a champion of optimism
and hard work attributes recognized by Ayala Foundation which helped him pursue a
college degree.
Through a scholarship program, he took up Bachelor of Secondary Education
major in English at the Divine Word College of Calapan. He started to live a city life
that was once a fantasy for him, taking pride in his skin color which earned people’s
respect and honor to his tribe. Together with other Mangyan scholars from diverse
ethnic groups in the province, he fancied modern means of living yet served as a role
model other Mangyan pupils in promoting color and ethnic distinction.
“I have always been a victim of discrimination whether on my first day at school,
riding in a jeep heading home, shopping in a mall, or even by just walking alone. These
challenges never hindered me for staying driven. Sometimes it hit my self-esteem, but
most of the time I just laughed at it.”
From the tone of his skin, the intricacy of his curly hair and shortness of his
legs, he has always been loud and proud.
After finishing his course, he attended his review classes covered by his
scholarship. He then passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) and
applied for a teaching position in a private school.
Not later than a year, he decided to go back to the mountains and tried his fate.
He was hired as an elementary teacher at Baclayan Mangyan School where he
currently teaches most of the Iraya children in his community.
As he continuously shares his love for his ethnic identity, while trying his best
to educate learners, Sir Pino has captured the hearts of many people and has enabled
them to believe that they can positively create themselves despite being unique and
different.
Teachers are regarded as the cultivators of knowledge and inspiration to their
students enabling them to reach their maximum potentials. And for Sir Pino, passion
and optimism will make learning brighter, love and humility will set it sunnier and pride
of one’s identity will light it forever.
After ten minutes, Mrs. Benitez started calling the attention of the students in her class
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Mrs. Benitez: Class, did you like and understand the story of Sir Pino?
Class: Yes, Ma’am!
Mrs. Benitez: Anyone who can share his thoughts about the story of the Iraya’s pride
from Oriental Mindoro?
Student 2: Ma’am, Sir Pino’s story is really inspiring. Even if his family is not rich, he
pursued his dreams with determination. Also, he didn’t forget his tribesmen as he
chose to live with them after graduating from college.
Mrs. Benitez: Wonderful thoughts from you! Very well said! Now, do you want to
possess the same characteristics that he has to achieve your dreams?
Class: Yes, Ma’am!
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following statements below and choose by encircling the best
meaning of the underlined words used in the sentence from the given choices.
1. The destruction in the agriculture products brought by typhoon Nona left the
indigenous people skeptically withered.
a. uncertain to what will happen next c. unquestioning the destructions
b. puzzled the effect
d. trustful to the incident effects
2. He maintained a sense of optimism despite all that has happened.
a. negative thoughts
c. self-contemplation
b. positive reflections
d. suspicious vision
3. Diverse cultural traditions were highlighted in the presentation of the
candidates’ national costume.
a. identical
c. different
b. indistinguishable
d. similar
4. He never stopped being driven in order to achieve his dreams.
a. determined to succeed
c. uninterested
b. unmotivated
d. obsessed to prosper
5. National economic growth is hindered by different factors such as corruption
and poverty.
a. alternately helped
c. delayed evidently
b. directly assisted
d. forward to succeed
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Comprehension Questions
1. What are the municipalities where you can find the Iraya Mangyans according
to the Mangyan Heritage? (Remembering)
2. Why did Sir Pino want to be an educator? (Understanding)
3. If you were in the shoes of Sir Pino, would you leave your home to fulfil your
dreams? Why or Why not? (Applying)
4. How did he preserve his ethnic identity despite ethnic discrimination?
(Analyzing)
5. How would you assess the determination of Sir Pino in succeeding against
social inequality? (Evaluating)
6. Write a five-sentence paragraph highlighting the importance of taking pride to
one’s identity in the midst of reaching for a dream. (Creating)
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 6
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
Recent blog post from pixpa, the latest photo editing apps for iPhone and
Android gadgets include VCSO, Instasize, Google Snapseed, Adobe Lightroom,
Camera+ and Pixlr.
If you’re living in frustration of expert photography, you might be interested to
try these cellphone or computer applications. These might be a good help for your
fandom beauty standards in when taking pictures and posting them online. However,
are you aware of what the latest trend among youths in the midst of digital influence?
Let’s filter the unfiltered through this blog post from Daring Millennial Weblog published
on Millennial Stuffs via https://www.daringmillenial.org.
FILTERED VIEW OF REALITY
Melissa M. Carandang
In today’s world, physical perfection has been the number one trend when it
comes to social media invasion. Several photo editing applications are conquering the
limelight of virtual beauty. The excessive use of photoshop can be traced in most of
the photos we see. And for people who have access to technological advancement,
no one is an exception.
From advertisement or entertainment industry, social media has been part of
people’s lives more specifically to the younger generations. Yet, in an attempt to get
famous, through displaying of ideal physical appearances, people nowadays forget
the true essence of authentic beauty.
Photoshop and filtered applications are invented for conveniences. These
photo editing apps have become society’s mainstream tools for enhancing one’s
physical appearance online. Nonetheless, beauty and perfection ideals reflect the
vanity and unnecessary sophistication for some. Celebrities and television
personalities have been the usual subjects in the issue of questionable splendor. But
as technology continuously impacts people’s lifestyle, this becomes a common thing
for everyone regardless of status.
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Apparently, the use of photoshop or filtered applications create an unauthentic
image of beauty. Because of the need to create a look on the society’s standard of
beauty, different enhancement effects are lined up. From lengthening necks and legs
to raising cheekbones, lips pouting, toning skin color, and lightening of pores, these
beauty effects are endless.
These made the media-savvy young people compromise their natural looks for
the sake of social media exposure. Youths suffer from eating disorders in order to
achieve fit body goals influenced by some media personalities. They tend to engage
themselves in some dietary routines which do not have any medical-related basis or
evidence.
A culture like this affects the youths as they try to hide their flaws and
imperfections at all costs instead of learning to positively embrace them.
As society gets to see beauty from the lenses of technology-controlled software,
celebrities and media personalities who post raw, unedited photos become the
subjects of ridicule in social media.
They become victims of cyber bullying and online bashing which are detrimental
to their self-esteem and mental health. And even the members of the young generation
are not spared from this scenario as they also become subjects of these form of
violence and abuse in the internet.
These are some of the disadvantages of social media applications. However, it
cannot be denied that these have also positive effects.
Image editing software has revolutionized the art of photo processing and
people’s perception of reality – from ideals of beauty to media manipulation.
Through photoshop and other software, an ideal person can be created.
Anyone can attain good looks. Anyone can be great. Yet this practice is now branded
as desperate living for simulated and manipulated art of beauty. Expectation versus
reality has been people’s great dilemma.
My own take away from this blog: Technological advancement fueled by the
use of these apps modernizes people’s perception and standards of beauty and
generally, most of the things in life. However, let us not allow ourselves to be solely
defined by these standards. In the midst of filtered reality in social media, let us make
our good values unfiltered, intact to our core and unchanging beyond these fastchanging times.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following statements below and encircle the best meaning of the
underlined words used in the sentence from the given choices.
1. Mary cannot focus on her studies because of the excessive exposure to her
social media accounts.
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A. moderate using
B. reasonable interaction
C. extreme usage
D. normal contact
2. Social media influencers have the access to the latest photoshop applications.
A. software for clear photos
C. unfiltered shots
B. digital image
D. real pictures
3. Older age groups sometimes despise the mainstream fashion of the youths.
A. trending norms
C. regular dispositions
B. former influence
D. unaccepted standards
4. Most of the tech-savvy youths are not exposed to some outdoor physical
activities.
A. not technologically inclined
C. has no experience in technology
B. have little interest on gadgets
D. expert on technological advances
5. She remains naïve despite modern advancement in the fashion industry.
A. critical to the influences
C. pretentious to unnatural changes
B. affected by the changes
D. primitive to one’s customs
Comprehension Questions
Read and analyze the following questions then write the correct answer.
1. According to the recent blog post of pixpa, what are the latest photo editing
apps today? (Remembering)
2. Why do youths use filtered applications? (Understanding)
3. Do you agree that using photoshop can help you define your physical beauty
especially in your social media accounts? Why? Why not? (Applying)
4. How does the excessive use of digital effects to your image affect your selfesteem? (Analyzing)
5. How would you balance your exposure to the latest virtual beauty effects
without compromising your natural look in reality? (Evaluating)
6. Write a short, creative slogan focusing on the importance of natural
appearance. (Creating)
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 7
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
A NEW BREED OF HEROES RISES
Pinky P. Del Valle
The Filipino heroes live on because their heroism was already imprinted in the
history of our country. From the depths of oppression and despair, they rose to scale
the heights of freedom so that the next generations could enjoy the fruits of what they
fought for.
Today, a new breed of heroes exists
among the medical front-liners who strive to
attend and cure the patients infected by a
coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, a virus
which is unseen and deadly. The virus
causes Covid-19 disease that affects the
respiratory system. It originated from China,
and is now considered a world-wide
pandemic.
Amidst this pandemic, there are unsung heroes who had fallen because they
had given their lives, time and expertise to combat and heal those who are afflicted.
With the in-depth dedication in the medical field, they rose to their oath which is beyond
what is expected of them. The enemy they tried to fight and cure, was the one that
took their lives and snatched them away from their loved ones.
The Philippines has lost a great number of its warriors (physicians and health
workers) due to lack of personal protective equipment or PPE to protect them against
the disease. Some of them felt that they were invincible that’s why they failed to protect
themselves. Notwithstanding the dangers and the fears of the unknown, these medical
people continue to serve their fellowmen day in and day out even with the increasing
death tolls and COVID-19 patients testing positive. Every single recovery is a fruit of
their unceasing effort to save and preserve lives.
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They are the unsung heroes of this time, living the Hippocratic Oath of treating
the ill to the best of their abilities and preserving their patient’s privacy.
For the next generation of medical people, these heroes will embody this spirit
of sharing what they have without prejudice.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following sentences below and identify the meaning of the
underlined word.
1. Those in the medical field exhibit heroism, as they treat their patients
courageously.
A. carefulness
B. fearlessness
C. kindness
D. loudness
2. Early Filipinos experienced great oppression from the colonizers who abused
their rights.
A. boredom
B. maltreatment
C. regret
D. sadness
3. Dr. Roberto Anastacio is one of the unsung heroes who died of COVID-19.
A. celebrated
B. overlooked
C. unforgettable
D. unknown
Comprehension Questions
1. Based on the text, who are the people imprinted in the history of our country?
A. Filipino heroes
C. Filipino frontliners
B. Filipino doctors
D. Filipino youths
2. How will you describe the Filipino medical frontliners?
A. dedicated and fearless
C. sick and dead
B. frightened and oppressive
D. gloomy and tired
3. Why are the Filipino medical frontliners considered as unsung heroes?
A. because they had worked silently
B. because they were invincible and strong
C. because they lacked necessary protective gears
D. because they had given their all without being recognized.
4. How would you feel if one of your family member is a medical frontliner?
A. sad but proud
C. quiet and happy
B. afraid but proud
D. proud and pleased
5. What can you imagine in a country where all medical frontliners are infected by
COVID-19 virus?
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 8
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
Pinky P. Del Valle
A talented or an achiever child is what parents want their kids to be aside from
being healthy, loving, happy and educated. No wonder many parents whether rich or
struggling in life, are willing to invest all their savings just to raise a talented kid.
However, every child has his or her
own time of development. Others may
develop skills early on and others may not.
It is said that the child’s sensitive stages of
development is when he or she becomes
more responsive to stimuli and acts faster in
acquiring a certain skill.
It is impressive to see students excel
at a certain endeavor. Parents should aim
for holistic development, which would equip
their child to face real-life challenges.
However, there are those who develop or evolve later in their lives. For
instance, Juan dela Cruz may learn to read slowly today, but he may have other skills
worthy of praise. It takes time to learn something but it doesn’t mean a child is not
learning.
Early training and exposure may accelerate the making of linguists or a musical
expert. An athlete may develop later. A sports expert said that sport specialization
begins after, but not before puberty (during or after 15 years). It promotes success in
sports because early specialization increases rates of injury and stress which makes
children quit sports. Parents should simply guide children in sports selection, as they
are the strongest influence on the decision of their kids to engage in sports.
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There are lots of chances on learning a particular skill or talent even when
training is initiated beyond a period, but it may require more effort. Parents should not
overly focus on the development of one skill at the expense of other aspects of a child’s
life. Less pressure, more fun and intrinsic motivation promotes success.
Remember, a flower blooms when it is time. As it is said, “timing is everything”.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following sentences below and identify the meaning of the
underlined word.
1. She is excellent in language and talented in music.
A. ability
B. clever
C. gifted
D. strength
2. Changes are common in adolescents and are observed at the onset of puberty.
A. A period of becoming an adult
B. A period of sexual maturity among teenagers
C. A period of becoming responsible and matured\
D. A period of physical changes among teenagers
3. Poverty is his motivation to pass the scholarship exam.
A. drive
B. guide
C. principle
D. status
Comprehension Questions
1. What is the strong desire of every parent for their kids?
A. be talented and happy
C. be excellent in sports
B. be a linguist or musician
D. be different from others
2. How should parents play their roles in the development of their child?
A. Parents should let their child to have fun always.
B. Parents should guide their child in his development.
C. Parents should force their child to learn all the skills.
D. Parents should overly focus on one skill of their child.
3. What can you infer on the line “a flower blooms when it is time”?
A. Everybody has his own time to grow.
B. Everybody has the same time to succeed.
C. Everybody is planted and harvested differently.
D. Everybody is planted and harvested at the same time.
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4. According to the text, how can a child become successful in learning?
A. Parents should be overly strict.
B. Parents should provide everything for the child.
C. Parents should let the child discover his strengths.
D. Parents should let the child learn without pressure and be motivated.
5. What would happen if you are talented or a late bloomer?
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 9
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
BEATING NEGATIVITY
Pinky P. Del Valle
Dramatic and drastic changes are happening around us. The good thing is that
change happens all the time. It’s the only constant thing that we have to deal whether
we like it or not. It’s better if it happens fast, when it comes to changing a habit.
Habits, whether good or
bad, are not done overnight. To
change them, an individual needs
to transform his way of thinking,
views, and the subconscious
mechanism that work like an
integrated circuit in the brain.
Once the system is established,
the action becomes easier to
repeat than to eliminate because
it is already ingrained.
A well-renowned author claimed that if you are trying to change the bad habit
of thinking negatively about everything, you have to think and understand first of what
leads you to it. Then, you need to get all the necessary information about your behavior
and what it can do to you and to the people close to you. As it is said, knowledge is
power.
The next step is to expose oneself to people who are positive thinkers. Mingling
with them makes you think differently as your views clash with others. And lastly, you
need to have a substitute action whenever the urge to think negatively is strong.
Finding someone to talk to, planting, cleaning, cooking, singing- whatever action that
will cut the system from running its course- might help. Lots of chances are in your
hands.
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It seems easy to think negatively of whatever is happening in the Philippines
with all its social ills and challenges. Everywhere we look now, we feel the tremors of
uncertainty. But looking at the positive side of it, we will definitely beat all these
negatives and see hope and empowerment for our family- the shelter of our being.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following sentences below and identify the meaning of the
underlined word.
1. The president needs to enforce drastic changes to make the situation better.
A. comprehensive B. extreme
C. fearless
D. mild
2. Malling and texting are his habits that he enjoys very much.
A. a long gown
C. a mode of growth
B. a regular practice
D. a process of usualness
3. The employees are given empowerment to decide on what’s safe for them.
A. ability
B. authority
C. refusal
D. rejection
Comprehension Questions
1. Based on the text, what constant keeps on happening around us?
A. change
C. habit
B. challenges
D. negativity
2. How can a bad habit of negativity be changed?
A. know your behavior
B. be with positive people
C. do productive things
D. All of the above
3. Why is there a need to change the bad habit of negative thinking?
A. because change is power
B. because change is constant
C. because change makes you better
D. because change makes your family happy
4. Based on the text, why is family called the shelter of one’s being?
A. because the family is the basic unit of the society
B. because the family never shows love and protection
C. because the family always helps and supports its member
D. A and C
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5. How would you feel if all your family members are negative thinkers?
A. I would be confused.
B. I would be depressed.
C. I would be a negative thinker too.
D. I wouldn’t be able to beat all the negativities in my life
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 10
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
Bouncing Back
Pinky P. Del Valle
Closer to home is the outbreak of an unknown enemy – the novel coronavirus
(COVID-19). Families all over the world is facing a bleak tomorrow. Staying home to
be safe is the famous line Filipinos often hear on TV, radio and other means of social
media. Everyday people get scared as the number of deaths and patients tested
positive increase. The pandemic is
impacting everyone. For a number
of families, a lot of changes happen
because of financial challenges.
The education sector has ended the
school year early and classes were
disrupted and were left on-hold. It
has reshaped the sense of
normalcy- safety is the key or you’ll
be sorry. Social distancing is a must
to protect oneself and avoid the
spread of the said virus. Thus, the
government has enforced the
Enhanced Community Quarantine
(ECQ) for months.
Furthermore, the business and labor sectors were also affected. This crisis has
shocked the community. Faced with the unknown reality and fear, entrepreneurs
cannot continue with their investments, production of goods and services as well as
hiring of workers that were put on-hold. The working group cannot perform their jobs,
thus, their incomes were affected. Despite the loss and struggle, there are inspiring
stories of recovery and coping styles among Filipinos.
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On a personal level, you may have experienced difficulty coping and
understanding the impact of this situation. It may even stretch you to a breaking point
as you battle the unknown. Despite the stretching, you never snapped!
This rare trait is described by psychologists as “resilience”. For others, this is a
built-in feature. However, for some it still needs to be installed. People have already
accepted the reality; others enjoy the chance they shared with their family. Embracing
optimism leads to acceptance. People bounce back and return stronger. One famous
author mentioned that when the world is against you, let it be. Then change, amend
and be proud because you are stronger in those broken places.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Read the following sentences below and identify the meaning of the
underlined word.
1. The boy is already free from abuse and bleak state.
A. black
B. depressing
C. sad
D. warm
2. The world has experienced an outbreak of pandemic disease called
COVID-19.
A. common
B. particular
C. regular
D. widespread
3. His positive vibe and optimism influence his friend’s desire to study hard.
A. colourful
B. favourable
C. hopeful
D. uncertainty
Comprehension Questions
1. Based on the text, what is the unknown enemy people face at present?
A. AH1N1
B. COVID-19
C. MERS
D. SARS
2. How would you describe the situation during the outbreak of the pandemic
disease?
A. People experienced pains and struggles
B. People prioritize safety and social distancing
C. People are scared and faced many hardships
D. People are positive and practice safety measures
3. According to the text, how did an individual accept his challenging reality?
A. He is stronger and capable.
B. He has a built-in acceptance.
C. He is resilient and optimistic towards life.
D. He has the capability to accept change.
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4. What might happen if people are not resilient or positive during the pandemic?
A. There would be complete destruction.
B. There would be more pains and deaths.
C. There would be more confusion and helplessness.
D. There would be more complains in the government.
5. What can you infer on this line ‘when the world is against you – let it be’.
A. The world gives us challenges to hurt us.
B. The world is cruel and breaks one’s hope.
C. Every problem we encounter has a solution.
D. Every rejection and problem hurts but it will make one stronger.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 11
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
COVID-19: CONNECTED TO THE PAST?
Gilbert D. Aniar
Many people associated the COVID-19 pandemic to the “famine and plague”
predictions from the bible. These prophecies were also linked with the present
situation. Food and other necessities were hampered caused by lockdown. It was
strictly imposed by the government to contain the virus and stop from spreading.
Some were still doubtful of this connection. Yet, the thought of the second
coming of Christ did not come about despite the existence of different fatal diseases
in the world. Indeed, pandemics like smallpox, Spanish Flu and others have killed
many people all over the world. But all have come and gone. The word COVID-19 and
other pandemics are not written in the bible. Those words were not yet invented when
the bible was printed.
However, COVID-19 pandemic heightened our awareness that humans are all
mortals and have one and only life. It also made our religious beliefs stronger. We are
reminded that there is a Supreme Being who is the source of everything. The bible
says clearly that no one can tell when this world shall end and how it will come to end.
The message is clear that we must all prepare ourselves when we least expect it.
It does not matter whether we believe or not in the relationship between this
COVID-19 pandemic, the famine and the plague that happened in the past as
mentioned in the bible. Certainly, COVID-19 pandemic reminds each and everyone of
us to value life by being responsible with our own actions.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Choose the letter that corresponds to the meaning of the underlined word
in the sentences using context clues.
1. COVID-19 pandemic heightened our awareness that humans are all-mortals
and have one and only life.
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A.
B.
C.
D.
decline
lower
raise
drop
2. On paragraph 1 sentence 2, the word lockdown was used. What is another
word for lockdown?
A. isolation
B. liberty
C. release
D. freedom
3. These prophecies were associated with the present situation.
Which of the following words is the antonym of the underlined word in the
sentence?
A. forecasts
B. foretelling
C. thoughtlessness
D. predictions
Comprehension Questions
1. What disease is associated with famine and plague?
A. AH1N1
B. COVID-19
C. MERS
D. SARS
2. According to the bible, existence of the fatal diseases like COVID-19 and the
plague is a representation of what?
A. The second coming of Christ
C. The world is ending
B. A new beginning
D. Judgement day
3. What important lesson does COVID-19 imprint in our minds and hearts?
A. Prayer cannot help us in times of need
B. The Earth is contaminated with deadly diseases
C. People are weak and fragile
D. There is only one Supreme Being who is the source of everything
4. What can you do to avoid the spread of fatal diseases?
A. You should always tend only to your needs and necessities
B. Focus on getting rich so you can pay to save your life
C. Be responsible for your actions and value your life
D. Rely on the government to do what must be done
5. Why are happenings in the past connected with the present and the future?
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 12
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it wants
to convey.
AGE DISTRIBUTION OF CONFIRMED COVID-19
CASES IN THE PHILIPPINES
FROM JANUARY 18 - MAY 15, 2020
Gilbert D. Aniar
The coronavirus disease most commonly known as COVID-19 is an infectious
disease caused by a new strain of coronavirus. This new virus and disease were
unknown before the outbreak began in Wuhan, China in December 2019. On January
30, 2020, the Philippine Department of Health reported the first case of COVID-19 in
the country with a 38-year-old female Chinese national.
Out of the total 12,091 confirmed COVID-19 cases reported in the Philippines
until today May 15, 2020, the most affected group with 21.3% are those who belong
to the age bracket 30-39 years old. While 20-29 years old has the percentage of
17.0%, it is followed by 40-49 and 50-59 years old with 16.2%. 13.6% of the total cases
goes to the age group of 60-69% which is then followed by 9.7% for above 70 years
old. Lastly, the least percentage goes to the age group of 19 years old and below.
Below is a graphic percentage representation of the age distribution of
confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Philippines from January 18 to May 15, 2020.
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Vocabulary Development
1. The coronavirus disease known as COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused
by a new strain of coronavirus. Which of the following is synonymous to the
underlined word in the sentence?
A. contagious
B. antiseptic
C. noncontagious
D. non-transmissible
2. This new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in
Wuhan, China. Which of the following is the antonym of the word outbreak?
A. plague
B. epidemic
C. infestation
D. treat
3. There was a total of 12,091 confirmed COVID-19 cases reported in the
Philippines from January 18 until May 15, 2020. What does the word
‘confirmed’ mean?
A. denied
B. rejected
C. verified
D. declined
Comprehension Questions
1. According to the passage, the first case of COVID-19 in the Philippines was a
38-year-old female Chinese national. What age group does she belong?
A. 16.2%
B. 17.0%
C. 13.6%
D. 21.3%
2. Based on the table, what is the highest percentage of conformed cases
recorded?
A. 16.2%
B. 17.0%
C. 21.3%
D. 13.6%
3. What are the age groups that share the same percentage of COVID-19 cases
in the Philippines?
A. 20-29 and 30-39
B. 40-49 and 50-59
C. 20-29 and 40-49
D. 30-39 and 50-59
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4. What is the least affected age group of the virus outbreak?
A. 70 years and above
B. 20-29 years
C. 19 years and below
D. 60-69 years
5. What percentage of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines would place fourth if it
is arranged from lowest to highest?
A. 9.7%
B. 16.2%
C. 17.0%
D. 21.3%
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Key to Correction
Passage 1: Inquiring Online
Vocabulary Development
1. D
2. A
3. C
Comprehension Questions
1. Lito Pelaez,an incoming grade 7 student from Mababang Paaralan ng Kalap,
called at the Record’s Office of Mataas na Paaralan ng Silangang Mindoro.
2. Lito would like to inquire about the online enrollment procedure in Mataas na
Paaralan ng Silangang Mindoro.
3. Before I made an important call, I would prepare my pen and paper so that I
could jot down the details that I would hear. I would also listen attentively by
asking questions and correct politely the incorrect information that the other
person heard from me.
4. Ms. Ligaya Tatlonghari asked information using the following lines:
May I ask who’s calling?
How may I be of help to you today?
Could you give me your personal information?
Do you mind waiting for few minutes?
Would you like me to transfer your call?
5. Lito wasn’t able to get the last information because of the sudden noise. He
politely asked Ms. Tatlonghari to repeat the detail.
6. Lito noted the details by writing them down. Yes, it had been effective because
it helped him recognize that the last digit in his LRN was incorrect. He also
repeated what he heard from Ms. Tatlonghari and asked her for confirmation.
7. Examples of conversation lines:
I’m call to ask about…
May I speak to…
I’m sorry, I didn’t catch what you said.
Passage 2: How to Fight COVID-19 at School
Vocabulary Development
1. D
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. C
Comprehension Questions
1. Lily asked an interview from Ms. Maria Ignasio.
2. Lily wanted to speak with Ms. Ignasio because she wanted to ask her about
the measures that her school, Mataas na Paaralan ng Silangang Mindoro,
does to prevent the spread of the corona virus.
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3. If I would ask our school nurse, I would like to ask about ways to boost one’s
immune system so I won’t be easily infected by a disease.
4. When giving her advice, Ms. Ignasio used First, Next, Another, and Lastly. We
call them Transitional/Cohesive devices.
5. The use of the Transitional/Cohesive devices became effective because it
helped Lily to follow the flow or organization of the ideas given by Ms. Ignasio.
6. Dear Jen,
There are a lot of recreational activities that you can do when you are
at home. First of all, you can learn cooking simple and easy-to cook dishes
like adobo and sinigang. Second, you can start a small garden in the
backyard. Plant some vegetables like pechay, tomatoes and eggplants. Third,
you can read books like novels. Lastly, you can practice developing your
interest in arts. Start painting, compose poems, songs and others. I hope this
advice helps you.
Your friend,
Kris
Passage 3: iSearch: Think Before You Click
Vocabulary Development
1. A
2. C
3. B
Comprehension Questions
1. Internet or the “Net”
2. They offer an easy and instant reach to a vast amount of data in just a few
seconds.
3. Be careful before clicking anything on the internet, be cybersafe and be mindful
on the sites that you’re visiting. Always remember to keep your accounts and
identity private and safe.
4. Through internet, Filipinos had access on wide range of information and
provided lots of opportunities in terms of jobs, multimedia, business, and
education.
5. The advantages of using the internet include ease of usability, affordability and
accessibility. It also made life easier and more convenient. On the other hand,
the disadvantages involve some cases like cyberbullying, pornography, and
unnecessary use of time.
6. Yes, it is very evident that Filipinos are now dependent in the different search
engines. For education, there are e-resources that can be used by both
teachers and students, they can also use it for their researches and projects in
school. For profession, it is of great help when it comes to creating businesses
and job opportunities. For their daily living, it made life easier and convenient.
In every click, different services can be provided either for transportation, food,
direction/navigation, delivery, and other stuff.
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7. Using the #ThinkBeforeYouClick- Clicking is easy but accepting all the
consequences are definitely difficult. So, before you start posting, browsing and
clicking the internet, make sure to be aware on the negative effects it might
cause. Let us protect our own identities and let’s fight against cyberbullying,
spreading of fake news and hacking of accounts. Be cybersafe! Be wiser! Be a
responsible internet user!
Passage 4: Battle of the Portals: Ready… Attack!
Vocabulary Development
1. B
2. A
3. D
4. B
5. C
Comprehension Questions
1. The different portals/search engines were Google, Yahoo, Bing, Facebook,
Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, and Netflix.
2. Google has lots of special features such as mail, play store, music, maps, and
others while Yahoo has wide variety of websites and webpages; Bing, on the
other hand has excellent search tools. All of these give village of information
depending on the needs.
3. (Answers may vary) Among the portals, I will choose Google because it is a
multimedia source which offers lots of variations just like instructional videos,
images, news, articles and even games. Other applications and tools can be
utilized and opened through Google like facebook, youtube and others. You
can search anything you desired using Google even your feelings.
4. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are mainly social media platforms used for
communication and self-expression. Photos, videos, and ideas were shared
through posts (facebook-posts on timeline, twitter-tweets, Instagram-bio,
stories) which can also be categorized as for entertainment and influence.
Youtube and Netflix are video and streaming sites which are really distinct with
each other. in Youtube, a user can upload and download videos that might be
viral and influential while Netflix provides original shows and movies. They are
both entertaining and informative as well. Google, Bing, and Yahoo are
designed instruments for searching varied information. These tools are
developed for multi purposes.
5. I will start with the least important for me to the most significant; Instagram,
because it only focuses on photos and videos; Netflix, there is a need to get
membership fee just to stream their videos; Bing and Yahoo, rarely being used
due to excessive browsing pages; Twitter, time consuming because of the urge
to read lots of tweets and has broader scope; Facebook and Youtube, both
addictive and entertaining; Google, very flexible, informative and accessible to
use.
6. It might probably return to the basic and traditional times wherein technology is
not yet invented. In this modern era, it will be very difficult for the people to
adapt and adjust smoothly if internet platforms suddenly disappear. The
accessible and convenient medium of communication, the available vast of
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information, and the means of living will be absolutely different. Many people
might lead to struggles and suffering if the internet will no longer exist.
Passage 5: Iraya’s Pride
Vocabulary Development
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. A
5. C
Comprehension Questions
1. According to the Mangyan Heritage, Iraya Mangyans can be found in the
municipalities of Baco, San Teodoro, and Puerto Galera in Oriental Mindoro
and from Occidental Mindoro particularly in the municipalities of Abra de Ilog,
Paluan and Mamburao.
2. Sir Pino wanted to be a teacher so he can help in bringing education accessible
to the community where he grew up especially to the Iraya Mangyans.
3. Yes. This could be a great opportunity for me to continue my studies and
achieve my dreams so I can help other people also.
4. Sir Pino didn’t change his physical appearance and never forgot his roots for
the sake of being “in” to the modern lifestyle. He remained proud to his identity
even though other people make him as a laughing stock.
5. He has a powerful attitude towards life that makes him inspiring to other people
who heard his story. His passion and positive outlook in life make not only the
Iraya Mangyans but all the Mindoreños proud.
6. We all have come in diverse community. Whether we belong in an ethnic group
or a typical group of people, from mountains or plains, we all have our own
traditions and lifestyles that make us individuals. It is important to always look
back in where we had been for us to be more directed on our purpose. Our
identity unites our hopes and dreams to happen. Just like in the story of Sir
Pino, pride cannot be taken from you especially if you have succeeded already.
Passage 6: Filtered View of Reality
Vocabulary Development
1. C
2. A
3. A
4. D
5. D
Comprehension Questions
1. According to pixpa blog post, latest photo editing apps include VCSO, Instasize,
Google Snapseed, Adobe Lightroom, Camera+ and Pixlr.
2. Youths are using filtered applications because they believe that they are more
beautiful and accepted in the society if they look good or follow latest fashion.
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3. Yes, sometimes these applications help me to boost my confidence especially
when I’m posting photos in my social media accounts. But there are times also
that I prefer not to edit too much of my photos.
4. Because when you are used to your photos overly edited, you are sometimes
afraid that people you encounter in your social media accounts might see you
in person and fail their expectation of your appearance.
5. It is not really bad to use these applications but use it in moderate intentions. If
you just want fame by neglecting your real physical appearance, then it may
cause doubt to yourself.
6. In the name of beauty, too much virtual touch is unnecessary.
Passage 7: A New Breed of Heroes Rises
Vocabulary Development
1. B
2. B
3. D
Comprehension Questions
1. A
2. A
3. D
4. A
5. (Answer may vary) The country will be in chaos. People are afraid and nondirectional.
Passage 8: Timing is Everything
Vocabulary Development
1. C
2. B
3. A
Comprehension Questions
1. A
2. B
3. A
4. D
5. (Answer may vary) If talented: Thankful to God, parents and significant others
for the gift of knowledge and skills. If late bloomer: Be positive and strive more
to learn and cultivate the skills I have while learning or accumulating more
knowledge and experiences.
Passage 9: Beating Negativity
Vocabulary Development
1. B
2. B
3. B
Comprehension Questions
1. A
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2.
3.
4.
5.
D
C
D
D
Passage 10: Bouncing Back
Vocabulary Development
1. B
2. D
3. C
Comprehension Questions
1. B
2. C
3. C
4. C
5. D
Passage 11: COVID-19: Connected to The Past?
Vocabulary Development
1. B
2. D
3. C
Comprehension Questions
1. B
2. C
3. C
4. C
5. D
Passage 12: Age Distribution of Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in the Philippines
form January 18 – May 15, 2020
Vocabulary Development
1. C
2. A
3. C
Comprehension Questions
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. B
5. D
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References
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/wpro-documents/countries/philippines/emergen
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Meralco Avenue, corner St. Paul Road, Pasig City
mimaropa.region@deped.gov.ph
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