English: Quarter 2 - Module 2
English: Quarter 2 - Module 2
English
Quarter 2 – Module 2:
Opinion-Marking Signals
What I Need to Know
This module is intentionally made for you. It is here to help you share your ideas using
opinion-marking signals. The scope of this module permits you to use opinion-marking
signals in many different learning situations. Embrace this module and enjoy the learning
adventure that awaits you.
After going through this module, you are expected to learn one of the Most Essential
Learning Competencies (MELC), which is to use opinion-marking signals to share ideas.
Specifically, you are going to do the following:
identify the opinion-marking signals used in sentences and paragraphs;
use different opinion-marking signals in writing sentences and in completing
dialogues and story presented;
write an essay or make a video-advertisement using opinion-marking signals; and
express appreciation of a story about perseverance using opinion-marking signals.
What I Know
In this part of the module, your background knowledge about the use of opinion-marking
signals will be tested. After taking this test, your answers will be checked. If you get a perfect
score, you can skip the module. However, if you get a score below 15, you must proceed
and accomplish all the activities in this module. Take note of your mistakes and look for the
correct answers, as you go through this module.
Directions: Read and answer the following questions carefully. Write the letter of your
answer on the answer sheet provided for you.
1. What do you call the personal belief that relates to how someone feels, thinks, or
takes a stand about something?
A. essay B. opinion C. paragraph D. request
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4. What are opinion-marking signals? They are groups of words that _________.
A. state opposite meanings
B. express a strong feeling
C. introduce personal beliefs
D. connect two similar thoughts
8. How are you going to identify an opinion? To identify an opinion, look for the
_____________.
A. words that end the statement.
B. examples given in the statement.
C. reasons provided in the statement.
D. words that introduce the statement.
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12. Which of the following statements is NOT an opinion?
A. I am convinced that the Philippines is ready for an online learning.
B. The news said that only few students enrolled in blended learning.
C. I am convinced that it is fun and exciting to enroll in online learning.
D. I might be wrong, but Liza felt more confident with blended learning.
13. What appropriate phrase should be used to complete the given sentence below?
_____________, I think that regular exercise helps a person in many ways.
15. Which of the following statements expresses an opinion about the Philippines?
A. Philippine history states that Marcela Agoncillo sewed the Philippine flag.
B. Fatima takes the view that Philippines is home to multi-talented individuals.
C. The ranking shows that the Philippines is the 2019 SEA Games champion.
D. Based on the 2015 Census, the Philippines has already 102 million people.
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Lesson
2 Opinion-Marking Signals
What’s In
Now, you are going to recall your learning about visual-verbal relationship from the previous
lesson.
Directions: Read the excerpt of a survey news, then answer the questions that follow on a
separate sheet of paper.
The Hilltop Views staff conducted a survey to identify the number of students
who walk their way to school. The survey involved 268 or 14.4% of the 1,860
students of San Luis National High School (SLNHS). It was found out that 142
students have to walk for three (3) km., 57 students for four (4) km., and the other
69 students for seven (7) km. or more in order to get to school.
Source: Hilltop Views, Official Publication of San Luis National High School (SNHS), Division of Agusan del Sur
Upon reading the excerpt of the survey news above, what do you think is the most appropriate
graphic organizer to use in order to display the information in visual form? Why?
What are your thoughts about these students who walk their way to school daily?
I believe ____________________________________________________.
I feel _______________________________________________________.
I hope ______________________________________________________.
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What’s New
As you go through this module, you will learn the use of opinion-marking signals through
the given texts and illustrations and through sharing your ideas.
Photo by Pixabay
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What is It
In this lesson, you will learn how to express opinions using opinion-marking signals.
Opinions refer to personal beliefs. They tell about how someone feels, thinks, or takes a
stand about something. They are influenced by a person’s experiences, background
knowledge, emotions, and preferences. Others may agree or disagree with opinions, but
they may not prove or disprove them.
The group of words that introduces opinions are called opinion-marking signals. They are
used as signal words that will help express and identify opinions. They are usually written in
the beginning part of a sentence.
Sentence A uses the opinion marking signal I feel. It tells about a personal feeling
of being a Filipino.
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In sentence B, the opinion-marking signal used is It seems. This phrase gives an
idea that the opinion is expressed in a less assertive or forceful way.
The opinion-marking signal used in sentence G is I hope. This phrase helps show
the expectation and desires of the speaker.
It is the belief (of the Filipinos) is the opinion-marking signal used in sentence H.
The sentence expresses a practice that Filipinos accept as true or real.
Take note of the different opinion-marking signals used in the given sentences. These signal
words or phrases are used in different manners and for different purposes. However, there
are certain opinion-marking signals that can be used in the same manner and for the same
purpose, like maybe and probably, based on my experience and in my experience, and I am
certain that and I am sure that.
This time, let us try to share thoughts about the given pictures below.
What do you think will happen to his field after a few months?
I think his field will be covered with rice plants after a few months.
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Why is the farmer working alone?
Perhaps, he does not have enough money to pay for other people to plow his field.
The opinion-marking signals used are In my experience, If I am not mistaken, I love, and I feel.
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Where are the opinion-marking signals usually written?
What’s More
In this part of the module, you will practice using opinion-marking signals in sharing your ideas.
Directions: Read the essay below that tells different opinions about the Philippines. While
reading, list down the opinion-marking signals used in the essay. Write them
on a separate sheet of paper.
The Philippines is one of the most visited countries in the world. There
are many good reasons why many tourists visit the Philippines.
Also, many tourists think that the Philippines has the most beautiful islands and
beaches. It has Palawan, Bohol, Siargao, Leyte, and Boracay, to name a few. They
take the view that Philippine islands and beaches are breath-taking and there are a
lot of sea adventures to experience. They have delicious local foods. Also, the
Philippines has a unique culture. I cannot deny that I agree with all these thoughts.
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1. 2.
3. 5.
4. 6.
7.
8.
I hope… I love...
I believe… I am sure that…
I think… In my experience…
(1) _________
(2) _______ it is. Aside
Palawan is one of
from beautiful beaches, it
the best places in the
also has this amazing
world.
underground river.
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(3) ________ Boracay! I
can do a lot of sea
adventures in here.
(4) _______ this is
really a perfect
summer destination.
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Activity 2: Visit Siargao
Directions: Complete the dialogues below using the given opinion-marking signals to share
with your friend your thoughts about Siargao. Write your answers a separate sheet of paper.
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Assessment 2: Post It
Directions: Below are pictures that show beautiful places and things in the Philippines.
Write an opinion below each picture using the given opinion-marking signals.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
__________________. __________________.
I love ______________
__________________.
__________________. __________________.
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Activity 3: Build a Story
Directions: Read the story below and complete the dialogues using the opinion-marking
signals inside the box. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
(3) ____________
nervous but happy to
try and learn.
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You’re right, Buboy. Now I
remember. (4) __________
you even invited me to go
Thank you, Waldo. (6) _________
with you. (5) _______, your
your output turns very good as well.
output is the best.
(7) __________ you can make it.
3. What other things could Buboy do to accomplish the task aside from what he did?
Perhaps, ___________________________________________________
4. If you were Buboy, do you believe you could also make it? Why or why not? I
believe ____________________________________________________
5. Are you convinced that Buboy is a persevering student? Why or why not? I
am convinced that/I am not convinced that ________________________
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What I Have Learned
Directions: Express your learnings in this module by completing the sentences below. Be
guided with the given opinion-marking signals. Write your answers on a
separate sheet of paper.
4. I discovered that____________________________________________________.
What I Can Do
Directions: To showcase your learning from the lesson, you will make a video
advertisement or write an essay. You will invite more tourists to visit your
locality. Read the cue cards provided below to accomplish the task.
Cue Card 1
Situation: Tourists hesitate to visit your locality because of misconceptions about it.
As someone who knows well your place, you need to address this problem.
Guidelines: The video must run for one (1) minute. Remember, you are going to
talk about your locality, with you as the speaker in the video. You must use
opinion-marking signals in promoting your place. For the complete guidelines, read
the rubrics provided for you. Upload your video in Facebook and tag your teacher.
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RUBRICS FOR VIDEO-ADVERTISEMENT MAKING
Good (5) Fair (3) Poor (1)
The video-ad contains four The video-ad The video-ad
Content
to five (4-5) appropriately contains two to three contains one (1)
used opinion-marking(2-3) appropriately appropriately used
signals. It runs one (1) used opinion- opinion-marking
minute. It clearly and marking signals. It signals. It runs less
effectively tells the “real”runs more than two than one (1) minute.
story on the given topic (2) minutes. It is too There is no story on
that engages different
long and boring for the given topic.
audiences. the viewers.
The video-ad contains four The video-ad The video-ad
Information
to five (4-5) information contains two to three contains one (1) or
about the
about the locality. (2-3) information no information at all
locality
about the locality. about the locality.
The video-ad is presented The video-ad is The video-ad is not
Creativity
in an incredibly unique, presented in an presented originally
original, and creative way. ordinary way that nor creatively.
It catches the viewers’ tries to capture the
attention and holds their viewers’ attention.
interest.
The information given is The information
The information
Organization
well-organized. The flow is given flows in a given is not
smooth, and it is easy to general order. It is organized. It lacks a
understand. easy to understand. smooth flow. It is
difficult to
understand.
The video-ad is submitted The video-ad is The video-ad is
Promptness
a day(s) before the submitted on the day submitted a day(s)
deadline. of the deadline. after the deadline.
Cue Card 2
Situation: Tourists hesitate to visit your locality because of misconceptions about it.
As someone who knows well your place, you need to address this problem.
Task: One solution that you decide to do is write an essay that will give details of
your locality and your opinions about your place.
Guidelines: The essay must have at least 150 words. Remember, you are going to
promote your place using opinion-marking signals. Write your essay on a short bond
paper. For the complete guidelines, read the rubrics provided for you.
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RUBRICS FOR ESSAY WRITING
Content The essay has 150 The essay has 100- The essay contains
words or more with 149 words with five to less than 100 words
eight to ten (8-10) seven (5-7) with three to four (3-
appropriately used appropriately used 4) appropriately
opinion-marking opinion-marking used opinion-
signals. It clearly and signals. It does not marking signals .
effectively tells the clearly and effectively There is no story on
“real” story on the tell the “real” story on the given topic.
given topic. the given topic.
Information The essay contains The essay contains The essay contains
four to five (4-5) two to three (2-3) one (1) or no
about the
information about the information about the information at all
locality
locality. locality. about the locality.
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Assessment
Directions: Read and answer the following questions carefully. Write the letter of your
answer on the answer sheet provided for you.
2. What do you call the personal belief that relates to how someone feels, thinks, or
takes a stand about something?
A. essay B. opinion C. paragraph D. request
6. How are you going to identify an opinion? To identify an opinion, look for the
___________.
A. words that end the statement.
B. examples given in the statement.
C. reasons provided in the statement.
D. words that introduce the statement.
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8. Which of the sentences below is an opinion?
A. Based on the record, Manny accomplished all his school requirements.
B. The results show that Anton passed the test and would receive an award.
C. From what I know, Bart tried his best in his studies and made it to the top.
D. In her speech, Flora thanked her family for their constant love and support.
10. What appropriate phrase should be used to complete the given sentence below?
_______________, I think that regular exercise helps a person in many ways.
14. Which of the following statements expresses an opinion about the Philippines?
A. Philippine history states that Marcela Agoncillo sewed the Philippine flag.
B. Fatima takes the view that Philippines is home to multi-talented individuals.
C. The ranking shows that the Philippines is the 2019 SEA Games champion.
D. Based on the 2015 Census, the Philippines has already 102 million people.
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Additional Activities
Process Questions:
1. In your own opinion, what do you think is the most beautiful thing that South Africa
can offer to its visitors?
In my opinion, _______________________________________________________
2. What do you think are the characteristics of the South Africans that attract tourists to
visitSouth Africa?
I think _____________________________________________________________
3. What other things do you know about South Africa?
From what I know, ___________________________________________________.
4. Are you convinced that South Africa can really offer many adventures to its
visitors? Why or why not?
I am convinced that/I am not convinced that _______________________________.
5. If you would visit South Africa, what activity would you do first?
Perhaps, __________________________________________________________.
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Answer Key
.6 I …hope .2 I …loved
.tourists
in the Philippines that are not yet visited by may .vary
.5 I …hope Answers
.4 I take the view that there are many falls
beautiful .sanctuaries .4 I …believe someday
.3 From what I know, the Philippines have successful
beautiful sunflowers in the .Philippines .3 I …love will be
.2 I cannot deny that there are many .5 that they
.2 I am sure …that
of its beautiful .beaches sacrifice .15 B
most visited country in the world because .1 I …think essence of .14 C
.1 Maybe the Philippines will become the know the .13 C
already
.answers that they .12 B
Philippines
Answers may .vary Below are the possible .4 happy .11 D
Visit the 1: Assessment
persevering .10 B
.3 they are .9 C
Assessment 2: Post It
.8 I am convinced that… comparison .8 D
.7 I cannot deny …that the data .7 D
adventures to experience in .Siargao .6 They take the view that... easily show .6 A
.2 it will
.2 I am sure that there are a lot of sea .5 Many …think .5 D
graph
beautiful .island It has white .sand .4 It is their belief …that .1 bar .4 C
.1 From what I know, Siargao is a very .3 In my …experience answers. .3 A
.answers .2 I am certain …that possible .2 A
Answers may .vary Below are the possible .1 I believe … the .1 B
Below are
Activity 2: Visit Siargao Activity 1: Search for Signals What’s In What I Know
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