Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Caraga Administrative Region
Schools Division of Siargao
SAPAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Sta. Monica, Surigao del Norte

SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 8

School SAPAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Grade Level 8
Teacher ALOHA J. DELA PEÑA Quarter 1
ENGLISH Teaching Aug. 29- Sept. 1, 2023
Learning Area
Dates
I. LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Content Standards The learner demonstrates understanding of: African literature as a

means of exploring forces that human beings contend with; various
reading styles vis – a –vis purposes of reading; prosodic features that
serve as carriers of meaning; ways by which information may be
organized; related; and delivered orally; and parallel structures and
cohesive devices in presenting information.

Performance Standards The learner transfer learning by composing and delivering an

informative speech based on a specific topic of interest keeping in mind
the proper and effective use of parallel structures and cohesive devices
and appropriate prosodic features, stance, and behavior.
Learning EN8V-If-6 Determine the meaning of words and expressions that
Competencies/Code reflect the local culture by noting context clues.

Objectives At the end of the lesson, the learners would be able to:
give the meaning of context clues and its types;
● Knowledge
use context clues in unlocking unfamiliar terms in narrative text,
informative text, exposition text, and more.
create a brochure that highlights local culture.
● Skills
appreciate the importance of using context clues in determining
● Attitude
unfamiliar words in a certain text and develop critical thinking skills.

II. CONTENT Context Clues

III. LEARNING RESOURCES
A. References
1. Teacher’s Guide
pages
2. Learner’s Materials
pages
3. Textbook pages
4. Additional Quarter 1 Module 1: CONTEXT CLUES
Materials from Writers: Rushdi Kho Tan
Learning Resource Editor: Jessie Lou L. Ecleo
(LR) portal Reviewers: Judelyn N. Bicoy and Florife S. Gentles
B. Other Learning Activity Sheets, TV Set/ Projector, Laptop
Resources
C. Supplies, Equipment,
Tools, etc.
IV. PROCEDURES
A. Review/Introductory
● Prayer
Activity
● Greetings
 ● Checking of Attendance

● Review on the previous lesson

● Do you love reading?

● What do you usually do if you meet words that are new or not
familiar to you?
● Jumbled letters are posted on the board in column A and B. Ask
the students to form a meaningful word out of it.

A B
TONXETC SEULC
B. Activity/ Motivation Directions: Read each item carefully and use your notebook to write
your answers.
A. Choose the letter that corresponds to the correct answer.
1. Use context clues from the sentence to choose the correct
meaning of the underlined word.
Unlike my frugal parents, I do not clip coupons.
a. careful b. thrifty c. fruity d. wasteful
2. Which type of context clue hints at the word's meaning?
Jane was frugal with her money, but when it came to her family,
she was generous.
a. inference b. definition c. antonym d. example
3. Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word.
It was extremely a savage summer with this pandemic.
a. terrible b. great c. tame d. gentle
4. Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word.
Regular exercise is beneficial, but too much exercise is not good for
you.
a. harmful b. pleasant c. helpful d. bad
5. Which type of context clue hints at the word's meaning?
Dave is completely affable. In fact, he reminds me of Mrs. Martinez,
do you still remember how kind she was?
a. inference b. definition c. example d. synonym
C. Analysis/Presenting
examples of the new Directions: Read the following sentences below and try to analyze the
lesson where the context clues by giving the meaning of the underlined
concepts are clarified unfamiliar words. Discover and be guided by the types of
context clues presented.

1. Miguel was very loquacious. He really loved to talk. (Synonym)

 What type of context clues being used?
 What do you mean by the word "loquacious" in the
sentence?

2. The team felt victorious. They knew they would never lose
again. (Antonym)
 What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
 What does "victorious" mean?

3. The ancient Chinese used the abacus, a device with movable

beads that can be used as a calculator. (Definition/Explanation)
 What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
 What is the meaning of the word "abacus" in the
sentence?

4. Coyotes have a voracious appetite. They eat insects, lizards,

snakes, rabbits, squirrels, grasses and even fruit.
(Inference/General)
  What type of context clue hints the word's meaning?
 What does the word "voracious" mean?

5. The archeologist found different amulets, such as a rabbit's foot

and bags of herb. (Example)
 What type of context clues use to hint the meaning of the
word?
 What does the word "amulets" mean?
D. Abstraction Discussion:
You are doing great! Although it is quite hardy to manage, you are
halfway through. Now, let us rediscover and relearn about CONTEXT
CLUES by analyzing those activities you have been through. Read and
take your time to refresh your mind about context clues and its types.

When authors write, they often give context clues to readers to

suggest the meanings of new or difficult words. Context clues are hints
or "clues" that give you the sense of unfamiliar words in a text. Context
clues are hints in the passage, paragraph, or individual sentence that, if
considered, can tell you the meaning of a word you are not familiar
with. Sometimes even the title of a piece or the illustrations that come
with it offers context clues, as well.

These clues help us decipher the meaning of unfamiliar words in

different ways.

There are five types of context clues.

"CLUES" OR
TYPES DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE
"SIGNAL WORDS"

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

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

Example The author provides For example For * Paula was

examples or additional instance Including suspended from
explanations or Such as school because of
summaries to help you Specifically To several infractions of
understand an illustrate the rules, including
unfamiliar word. The smoking in the
word is cleared up by bathroom and
giving an example. dressing improperly.

* Celestial bodies,
such as the sun,
 moon, and stars, are
governed by
predictable laws.

* Mike’s parrot was

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

* Carnivores, that is,

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

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

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

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

So, context clues help you to increase your vocabulary skills,

reading comprehension, and become a better reader.

You’ve ever heard the term before or not, you probably use context
clues all the time – maybe without even realizing it.

Now, after relearning and understanding with those explanations

about context clues, let us try to apply your learning by doing
these sets of activities. Never be afraid of committing
mistakes, for it is part of your learning. Enjoy!
Exercise A. Read each question carefully and write the letter of your
correct answer in your notebook. The word you are going to define is
underlined.

1. No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost

every portable device is made with an Internet connection. Most
new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet
connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous.

If something is ubiquitous, ________________.

A. it is fuzzy and will bite you C. it costs too much money
B. it is everywhere D. it causes rashes

2. Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really

hurt your chances of winning!

In the above context, what does "rash" mean?

A. an itchy skin condition C. trying to disguise a piece of cheese

B. funny D. with little thought or consideration

3. Some people are always bashing the president just like others
bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone
could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while?

What does "bashing" mean in the above selection?

A. hitting hard with a heavy tool
B. speaking or writing harshly about
C. going to too many expensive parties
D. voting for a different candidate

4. Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for

his life-saving research.

What does "esteemed" mean?

A. held over boiling water C. unable to chew gum
B. very old D. greatly admired

5. I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of
the money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work
harder.

What is the meaning of "incentive"?

A. a reason to do something C. a tax
B. a small amount of money D. a good job

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Exercise B. Identify the types of context clues and meaning of each

underlined word in the following sentences. Write the type
of context clues on the space provided before each number
and the meaning on the spaces after each sentence. Write
your answers directly in your notebook.

_______ 1. Sam felt remorse, or shame, for his harsh words.

________________
_______ 2. The manager wanted a weekly inspection, which is a
methodical examination of all the equipment.
______________________
 _______ 3. The feral cat would not let us pet him, unlike our friendly
cat. _________________________
_______ 4. Pedagogical institutions, including high schools,
kindergartens, and colleges, require community support to
function efficiently._______________________
_______ 5. Frances was so famished that people felt sorry for her, and
gave her food to eat. _____________________________
F. Generalization
Directions: Review the lesson on CONTEXT CLUES. Then write your
reflection in your notebook by completing the statements
below.

I have learned
that____________________________________________
I have realized
that____________________________________________
I will apply____________________________________________

G.Assessment
Assess what you have learned!

A. Directions: Analyze the highlighted word in each sentence and

identify its meaning using context clues. Do this on
your activity notebook.

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

2. The conflagration in the Australian outback killed nearly 3 billion

animals. Conflagration in this sentence means?
a. forest fire b. rally c. war d. calamity

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

4. I always get an eerie feeling whenever I pass by that old abandoned

house. What does eerie mean?
a. exciting b. confusing c. creepy d. fun

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

6. Some girls writhe in pain when their dysmenorrhea attacks. To

writhe in pain means?
a. to twist in pain c. to roll in pain
b. to jump in pain d. to run in pain

7. You can’t defeat superheroes. They are invincible. When someone

is invincible, he/she is?
a. immortal b. strong c. unbeatable d. brave

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

9. The thief skedaddled when he heard the police sirens from afar.
What does the highlighted word mean?
a. jumped b. ran away c. froze in fear d. panicked
 10. I was astounded with what I saw when I reached the peak of Mt.
Talinis. The scenery was breathtaking. Astounded means?
a. amazed b. disappointed c. afraid d. depressed

B. Directions: Identify the types of context clues and meaning of each

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

_______ 5. All animals share the same vital needs, such as food, water
and shelter.________________________
H. Additional Activities ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY:
for Application or Awesome! You have done a great job! Finally, you have
remediation if Needed improved your context clues skills and be able to apply all your learning
not only in your English classes but also to other subject areas that are
necessary for you to use. You have also increased your vocabulary
and have developed your reading comprehension skills. To achieve
your full potential of using context clues, keep on reading, and practice
these skills always.
For the last stretch, you are going to create a brochure about
local cultures in the Philippines. With all your knowledge about context
clues, apply those insights as you write and design your brochure.
Don’t forget to show your creative skills in making your brochure. Enjoy
and good luck!

DIRECTIONS: As you create your brochure, you can choose one

aspect of Philippine cultures to focus on. Meanwhile,
here are the following aspects of Philippine cultures you
can choose from:
a. Foods
b. Values
c. Celebrations
d. Family
e. Language
f. Clothing
(Use the rubric reflected in module 1 for the specific activity as
your guide.)
IV. REMARKS
 The teacher was able to cover and conduct whole topics and
activities intended for the week (August 29-September 1,
2023).

V. REFLECTIONS
A. No.of learners who There were 35/38 students (Grade 8-Pasteur) learned 80% on the
learned 80% on the formative assessment while there were 10/28 students (Grade 8-
formative assessment Darwin) learned on the formative assessment.
B. No. of learners who There were 21 students that need to undergo additional activities for
require additional remediation.
 activities for remediation.
C. Did the remedial So far, the remediation worked well to the 21 students, all of them
lessons work? No.of caught up with the lesson.
learners who have
caught up with the
lesson.
D. No.of learners who
continue to require
remediation
E. Which of my Contextualized Vocabulary Teaching strategy work well, the students
teaching strategies can recognize the thing mentioned and the same time remember.
worked well? Why did
these work?
F. What difficulties did I In section Pasteur, I encountered some minor problems in discussing
encounter which my the lesson. While in section Darwin, I encountered major problems in
principal or supervisor teaching them or inculcating to them the new words, because some of
can help me solve? the students found it difficult to decipher some unfamiliar words even
though I had discussed the technique on how to understand it through
the topic itself the “CONTEXT CLUE”. In short, some of the Grade 8-
Darwin students have low level of comprehension and vocabulary.
G. What innovation or
localized materials did I
use/discover which I wish
to share with other
teachers?

Prepared by:

ALOHA J. DELA PEÑA

Teacher I

Checked by:

JOVY C. LIZA, PhD

School Principal IV