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ENGLISH II

UNIT I
Module 2
Learning to Learn

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Module 2
Learning to Learn
Overview
Learning starts on the day we are born. Our natural
capacity to understand the things around us is already
evident at the early stages of our lives. As infants, we have
the tendency to reach out to touch an object and see whats
in it. As grown-ups, we extend our curiosity into an even
more formal way of understanding things. Our capacity
may be limited at certain stage in our lives but the pattern
of learning is the same. Every situation in life is a learning
situation where interest is what makes us aware of many
things and effort is what makes us understand them.
We start to be curious of the things around us by not
limiting ourselves with what we already know but much
more with the things that we do not know yet. Through
this, we discover our weaknesses and of course, the talents
and potentials that we have.
But how do we learn all that we want to know? It is
not only through the power of mental ability, but more
importantly through self- discipline. If a person does not
possess the positive attitude that he can achieve the things
that he wants, he will not be successful in a lot of things
that he does.
Great men in history have proven that it is not
mental intelligence alone that made them successful Shakespeare, Darwin da Vinci, and others proved that
looking at the bright side of things makes learning smooth
and easy. Therefore, it is not the end of learning but the
process itself, which becomes a reward to anybody who
looks forward to the merit of learning.

Objectives
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After working on the activities in this module, you will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

get the meaning of words through definition clues

derive meaning of words through structural analysis
note significant details
make inferences and predictions
infer characters attitudes and motives
state the theme of the story
use the imperative sentence in
a. asking and giving directions and suggestions
b. following written directions
c. making requests and commands
8. use idioms with call in effective sentences
9. write a personal reflection on how you learn things

Instructions
1. Do not write anything on this module as several students will be using it. Do all
your work in your notebook. Be sure to label your work by the module
number and title. Keep a separate notebook for your Reflective Journal.
2. Read each section carefully. If you have not read the first two sections, go over
them first.
3. Each module begins with a brief introduction or Overview followed by a list of
Objectives you are expected to learn.
4. Before working on the activities, answer the Pretest first. Find out how well you
did by checking your answer against the answers given under the Self-check of
the pretest.
5. As you work on the activities, try to relate them to the objectives of this module.
What skill or strategy does the activity develop?
6. After each activity go over the Self-check that follows to find out how well you
fared in that activity. Pay attention to the items you missed. Learn from your
mistakes.
7. After working on all the activities take the Posttest.

Pretest
I. Vocabulary:
Read the meaning of the following prefixes and suffixes.
Prefixes

Meaning

Suffixes

il-, in-, immisnonre-

not
bad, wrong
not, the absence of
again

-en
-ous

Meaning
cause to be
having the quality of

Complete each pair of sentences by adding a prefix or suffix to the

underlined word in each sentence. Choose the correct prefix or suffix. Use
context clues in the sentences and the meaning of the affix to help you.
1. The children are usually very active. When it started to rain, however, they had to
come inside and be _______.
2. Inside, they had to stop running around. Outside, they had been able to run
_______.
3. Erin was direct when she asked some classmates for help. She was usually more
_______.
4. She asked Lyn to print the names on the Living Museum invitations. She asked
her not to __________ any of the names.
5. Lyn used the telephone book to spell each name correctly. She did not want to
_______ even one.
6. Jessie wanted to keep his senses sharp. He tried to _____ his senses by staying
alert.
7. He knew they might face danger on the trip. He knew the trip might be ________.
8. Allen opened the cook book again to read what should go into the cake. He _____
it to the right page
9. Another word for moving is mobile. An ________object is not moving.
II. Reading
Read the story below.
Because of an accident, Tita could not move her arms and legs. Now she
was one of the lucky students who would learn to operate a special computer by
speaking to it. Tita felt nervous when she saw her new teacher come down the hall
toward the computer laboratory. But she really wanted to learn how to use this
computer.

When she saw how thick the instruction book was, Tita felt slightly
discouraged. There would be so much to learn! Then she listened carefully to
Miss Duran. She watched every step shown to her. Tita studied the pictures in the
book and asked a lot of questions.
Finally, Tita figured out a step all by herself. She felt proud when the
computer responded to her voice. Very good! exclaimed Miss Duran with a
smile. Youve done it, Tita!
After reading the story, complete the character trait map below by writing phrases
in the story that show each trait.
10. determined

11. curious

Tita

12. clever

13. observant

Now answer the questions that follow.

14. Who is Miss Duran?
_______________________________________________________________
15. How did Tita feel about learning to use the computer?
________________________________________________________________

16. Why was Tita discouraged to learn the special computer?

_________________________________________________________________
17. What do you think will happen if Miss Duran shows Tita a new computer program?
_________________________________________________________________
C. Grammar
1. Directions: Read the following sentences carefully .Write I if the sentence is
imperative and X if it is not.
_____a. Will you please do your assignment before you go to school?
_____b. If you study your lessons, youll learn more.
_____c. Learning takes more than just going to class and doing homework.
_____d. Learn to keep your attention focused on the activity at hand.
_____e. Did you ever fall asleep while reviewing your notes?
_____f. Study and review your lessons over a period of time.
_____g. Dont stop reading your notes.
_____h. Please bring these books to the Reading Center.
2. Directions: Analyze the following sentences. From the word pool below, write the
number of the use of the imperative sentences:

1.To give instructions

2. To make a request
3. To make a command
4. To give a warning
5. To show annoyance

____a. Turn to the next street.

____b. Run!
____c. Get away from me!
____d. Take this card to the front desk, please.
____e. Dont move! Youre under arrest.

Self-check
Lets see how you fared in this test. Go over your work and check your answers.
A. Vocabulary:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

inactive
non stop
indirect
misprint
misspell

6. sharpen
7. dangerous
8. reopened
9. immobile

B. Reading
10. a. She really wanted to learn how to use this computer.
b. She listened completely.
11. Tita studied the pictures in the book and asked a lot of questions.
12. Tita figured out a step all by herself.
13. She watched every step shown to her.
14. Mrs. Duran is Titas new teacher who encouraged her to operate the
special computer on her own.
15. She was nervous to operate the special computer.
16. Tita was discouraged seeing how thick the book instruction was.
17. I think Tita would still be able to learn a new computer program
because of her determination to learn and her cleverness.
C. Grammar
1. a. I
b. X
c. X
d. I
e. X

f. I
g. I
h. I

2.

a. 1
b. 3
c. 5
d. 2
3. 4

Did you get a perfect score? If you did, thats great. If not, read carefully and try
to understand the explanations and information about the topic in the activities that will
follow.

Words Unlocked
Words are very important. They help us communicate with each other. They help
us give out information. And they help us take the information in. Words are tools people
use.
Learning the use and meaning of words in English can be made easier and
enjoyable if you know how some words are formed. Forming words can be done by
affixing or adding a prefix or a suffix to the stem or root of a word. A prefix is a word
part added at the beginning of the stem. A suffix is a word part added at the end of the
stem.
Example:
uncomfortable
stem:
comfort
prefix:
un- (not)
suffix:
-able (capable of, fit)
uncomfortable
means not at ease, uneasy

Now, look at the words in the table below. These words are taken from the story
you are about to read. Identify the root word and affix in each. Tell whether the affix is a
prefix or suffix. The first word is done for you.

1. joyful
2. seriously
3. monotone
4. whittler
5. patiently
6. achievement

ROOT WORD
joy

AFFIX
-ful

CLASSIFICATION
suffix

Self-check
Find out how you fared. Here are the answers.
ROOT WORD
1. joy
2. tone
3. whittle
4. patient
5. achieve

AFFIX
-ful
mono-er
-ly
-ment

CLASSIFICATION
suffix
prefix
suffix
suffix
suffix

Did you get them all right? Fine!

Heres a tickler:
Remember that a suffix usually changes the function of a word. Depending on the
suffix used, a verb can become a noun, or an adjective may become a noun. Some
common suffixes are:
1. To change verb to noun : -ion, -er, -ment
Examples:
invent = invention
learn = learner
develop = development
2. To change verb to adjective: - ful, -ent
Examples:
play = playful
differ = different
3. To change adjective to adverb: - ly
Examples:
sweet = sweetly
honest = honestly

All right, try this exercise! Below are other common suffixes. Use them to build
new words from the words listed in the chart. Complete the chart as directed. This will
help you learn the meaning of words from their parts.
Suffixes: -er , -or, -ion , -ent, -ant, -ly, -y
WORD

NEW WORD
(Underline the suffix)

Example:
teach

teacher

SENTENCE USING
THE WORD
A teacher is a second
parent.

1. swim
2. play
3.bake
4. act
5. study

Self-check
Check if your answers are right.
New Word
1. swimmer
2. a. playful
b. playfully
3. baker
4. actor, action
5. student

Sample Sentence
Neil is a good swimmer.
Shes a playful child.
The boy pushed his classmate playfully.
A baker is a person who bakes and sells bread and cakes.
Paul wants to be an actor.
Every student should be diligent.

Each sentence tells about a word you will meet in the reading selection. Beside
the puzzle you will also find a box with the mystery words. Now, match the words with
the given sentences. Copy the puzzle on the next page in your notebook and write the
words in the boxes.
Across
1. He serves another person to learn a trade or business.
2. This word has to do with good luck, success or wealth.
Down
3. You play carelessly on a stringed instrument.
4. You cut or shape a piece of wood with a knife.
5. It is favorable reputation of a persons character, deeds or ability.

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MYSTERY WORDS

STRUM
APPRENTICE

WHITTLE
FORTUNE
2

FAME

Self-check
1. apprentice
2. fortune

3. strum
4. whittle

5. fame

Reading Adventure
Pre-reading
Have you ever experienced being discouraged to do something you have always
wanted to do because other people believe that you arent made for greater things?
If yes, then, you can very much relate with the experience of the character in the
selection that you will read. If not then find out what the main character felt and what he
did to solve the problem.
But before you start reading the story, do you have any idea or predictions
regarding the selection by just looking at the title? What do you think is the story The
Boy Who Couldnt Sing all about?
I know you cant wait anymore to read the selection. Lets find out if your
predictions are correct. You may start reading the story now. If you see the
sign on the right, it means you have to pause for a while and answer
Stop
some questions regarding the paragraph you have just read.
Read
Answer
Are you ready now?
Lets start then.

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THE BOY WHO COULDNT SING

1 You cannot sing, Mario declared. You can do nothing but cut pieces of wood
with a knife. Of what good is that to you? It wont keep you from starving.
Stop
Read
Answer

1.
2.
3.
4.

Who do you think is the person Mario is talking to?

What can be Marios relationship to this person?
From what he said, what do you think is Marios attitude?
What do you think will the other person say to Mario?

2 My brother is right. I can do nothing but cut bits of wood with a knife,
thirteen year-old Armando thought sadly. His brothers words were ringing in his ears.
His brothers, Mario and Alejandro, could make music but he couldnt. They earned good
money with their music, too.
3 As they walked along, Mario and Alejandro chatted happily. Their dreams of
fame and fortune from their music filled their hearts with joyful expectations. But
Armando said little. Marios remarks that he could do nothing but whittle made his heart
heavy. He loved music, yet he could not share in making it. He could not even strum a
guitar. He couldnt sing either. He was a monotone. When he tried to sing he sounded
funny. It made boys laugh. They made fun of his voice and his singing.
4 It was hard to be just a whittler when his brothers and friends could play the
guitar and sing well, too. What was his future as a whittler? This thought troubled him.
Stop
Read
Answer

5. Were your predictions about the one who couldnt sing correct?
6. Do you think Armando cannot really pursue singing and instead just
continue whittling?
7. What do you think will be the effect of all the discouragements and
insecurities he experienced?

5 That night he did not sleep. His mind was busy with an idea that had just come.
He could not sing. He was only good at whittling. Couldnt he use it to achieve
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something? Here in his own native Maragondon, Lapulapu City was a man who makes
fine guitars with knife and wood.
6 Before sun up the next day, Armando got up with a happy heart. After helping
himself to what was left over from last nights supper, he crept out of the house while his
parents and brothers were still asleep. He took with him some articles he had made with
his knife.
Stop
Read
Answer

8. Were your predictions for paragraphs 2-6 correct?

9. What do you think is the idea that had just come to Armandos mind?
10. Where do you think is he going?

7 He walked to Fernandos Guitar Shop and presented himself to Tiyo Fernando.

I have brought these things for you to see, he said. I cut them out with my knife; will
you help me learn to make fine guitars?
8 Tiyo Fernando smiled. Why do you want to make fine guitars? he asked.

Stop
Read
Answer

11. Were your predictions for paragraphs 7-8 correct?

12. Why do you think did he decide to approach Tiyo Fernando?
13. What do you think will be Armandos answer to Tiyos question?

9 Armandos face lit up and he spoke, Because I love music. Both my brothers
can sing. They can play the guitar, too. I love music as much as they, but Im a
monotone. I can do nothing but whittle. By making guitars I believe I can contribute my
share to making music.

Stop
Read
Answer

14. Were your predictions for paragraph 7-9 right?

15. Will Tiyo Fernando allow Armando to be his apprentice in his shop?

10 Tiyo Fernando laid his hand on Armandos shoulder. Come into the shop.
Your interest deserves attention, he declared.
11 Armando went with him into the shop. The important thing is the desire to
learn and make good, Tiyo Fernando told Armando.

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Stop
Read
Answer

16. After learning that Armando was finally accepted by Tiyo Fernando as
his trainee, what do you think will become of Armando?
17. Would he be able to finally solve his problem?

12 So, Armando, the boy who could not sing, became an apprentice in Fernandos
Guitar Shop. Day after day, he worked seriously and whittled patiently. At last he
finished a guitar. It was a fine guitar. Tiyo Fernando was much pleased with it. There was
no doubt Armando would make an excellent guitar maker.
13 Tiyo Fernando taught him the secrets of the craft. He showed Armando that
each little thing well done each day would lead to a great achievement.
Stop
Read
Answer

18. Were your predictions about paragraphs 12-13 correct?

Did you enjoy reading and predicting the events in the story? Now, lets check if
you have understood the selection well.
A. Characterization
One of the important elements of a short story is characterization.
Characterization tells how the author depicted the characters in the story.
To help you figure out the characterization used by the author in the story you
will fill in the Character Relationship Web below.
How do you do this?
First, write the name of the protagonist (main character) in the biggest circle (1)
at the center of the web. Write his striking characteristics in the rectangles (2) on its sides
and his feelings about the other characters in the arrow boxes. (3)
Next, write the name of the persons who discouraged Armando from pursuing his
ambition in music on the two smaller circles (4) found at the top part of the web. Notice it
is represented by the down arrows. Write their characteristics as well on the rectangles
(5) beside these rectangles. Write descriptions of how this character feels about the main
character on the arrow boxes. (6)
Then, write the name of the person who encouraged Armando in pursuing his
ambition in music in the small circle (7) found at the bottom part of the web. In the
rectangle (8) write the characters trait. Again, notice the up arrows. (9) Write
descriptions of how this character feels about the main character.

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3.

2
3
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B. Setting
Next to characterization is the setting. Setting is the time and location in which
the story takes place.
To answer this, fill in the diagram that follows with the information asked for.
SETTING
Time:
Place:
C. Plot
The third element of a short story is the plot. Plot is the way actions are arranged
in the story. A plot has three elements:
The element which lays out the main characters, their backgrounds,
characteristics, interests, goals and limitations, potentials and basic assumptions is the
exposition.

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The second element of plot development is the complication. Complication is the

beginning of the major conflict in the story.
Crisis, the third element, is the point in which curiosity, uncertainty and tension
are greatest while climax is the storys highest point which may take the shape of a
decision, an action, an affirmation, or a realization.
Lastly, the denouement is the finishing of things after the climax.

Climax

Complication

Exposition

Resolution

Now that you have learned about the different elements of plot development, you
may now identify the elements of the pyramid plot development of the story The Boy
Who Couldnt Sing.
D. Point of View
The fourth element of a short story is the point of view. Point of view determines
who tells the story.
An omniscient point of view delves into the minds of the characters at any point
in the story.
The first person point of view is where the narrator may be the protagonist, an
observer, a minor character, or the writer herself.
In what point of view do you think is the story narrated?
E. Theme
The last element of a short story is the theme. Theme is simply the message of the
story. It points out the significant truth about life and human nature that is illustrated in
the actions and decisions of the characters.

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What can be the theme of the story you have just read? Put your answer inside the
thought bubble. Copy the bubble in your notebook.

I think the message

or the theme of the
story is

Valuing
In Armandos story you have learned that success is never impossible for a person
who has a great will and determination to empower himself despite all his weaknesses.
Below is a Dynamic Stairway to Success. Think of your aspirations in life and complete
this sentence by filling up the box in every staircase below. The first step is done for you.
I KNOW I WILL SUCCEED IF

SUCCESS

I will study hard.

Self-check
Lets see how well you did in our reading lesson. You may now check your
answers.
A. While Reading
1. His younger brother might be the person who couldnt sing.
2. They are brothers.

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3. Armandos brother is mean and boastful.

4. He will be angry with Mario.
5. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).
6. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).
7. He will find other ways to get through with his weaknesses.
8. Yes/No.
9. Maybe, he will ask an advice from a close friend.
10. He decided to approach TiVo Fernando to help him develop his skill.
11. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).
12. He wants to pursue his ambition to be a musician.
13. (Answers will vary).
14. & 15. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).
16. He will succeed in his job.
17. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).
18. Yes/No. (Answers will vary).

4
Mario

He is 5
boastful

He is
proud

6 They
think of
Armando as
very unimportant
person

4
Alejandro

6 They
dont care
about
Armandos
feelings

3 He feels
discourag

3 He feels
belittled.

2 He is determined
2 He is patient

1
Armando

2 He is strong-willed
2 He is humble
3 He is

9 He
encouraged
Armando to
do his best

thankful
to Tiyo
Fernando

8 He is
helpful and
encouraging

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7 Tiyo
Fernando

B. Post Reading
Characterization
1. Armando
2. a. He is determined.
b. He is patient.
c. He is strong-willed.
d. He is humble.
3. a. He is thankful to Tiyo Fernando.
b. He feels belittled by his brothers presence or discouragements.
4. Mario and Alejandro
5. Mario and Alejandro are boastful and proud.
6. a. They think of Armando as a very unimportant person.
b. They dont care about Armandos feelings.
7. Tiyo Fernando
8. He is helpful.
9. a. He understood Armandos situation.
b. He felt the desire to help him.
Setting

Maragondon, Lapu-lapu City

Plot
He went to Tiyo Fernando with his knife
and asked him to help/teach him to make fine guitars.
Climax

Complication

Nobody believes he could

do better than whittling.

Exposition

Resolution

Mario discourages Armando to

pursue a career in music because
of his monotonous voice.

Armando became successful

in his craft, guitar-making.

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Point of View
Omniscient point of view
Theme
I think the message or the
theme of the story is that success
will come to one who has
determination, confidence and
faith in oneself.

Valuing
SUCCESS

I will offer to God all my achievements.

I will maintain a good relationship with others.
I will open myself to opportunities to expose my skills and talents.
I will focus on things that would develop my skills and talents.
I will study harder.

Write Thing
Pre- writing
Think about three things that you learned successfully inside or outside the
school. In the boxes, write how you learned them and how you felt after learning them.
It is understood that you will copy the boxes in your notebook.
Successful Learning #1
I learned __________________
I learned it by _____________
_________________________
I felt _____________________

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Successful Learning #2

I learned __________________
I learned it by _____________
_________________________
I felt _____________________

Successful Learning #3

I learned __________________
I learned it by _____________
_________________________
I felt _____________________

First Draft
1. Using this web, write down the ideas that come to your mind on a particular topic.
Example: Learning how to bike.

TOPIC
Learning
How to Bike

2. Now, youre ready to write your first draft. Do not pay much attention to your
spelling, punctuation or choice of words. Just write freely about your experience in
your notebook. Give your composition a good title.
Revising
Using this checklist, go over your work again and see how you can improve your
composition.
Read each question and check your answer in the right column.

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Self-check
GUIDELINES IN WRITING
CRITERIA
Audience and
Purpose

Organization

Elaboration

Use of
Language

YES

NO

NO ANSWER

1. Does my
composition
contain an
interesting
introduction?
2. Does it
present a clear
description of
events?
3. Is there a
logical
sequence of
events?
4. Are my
words carefully
chosen?
5. Are the ideas
linked by
connectors or
signal words?
6. Does it have
a concluding
statement or an
interesting
ending?

If you answered yes to all the questions, Kudos to you. You have the makings
of a good writer. Keep on!
Proof reading
Now, go over your work again. Read your work closely and see if you could spot
errors in spelling, punctuation and capitalization. Check the errors.
Publishing
You are now ready to submit your work. Give it a catchy title. Write your
composition on a separate paper.

The next section is a lesson on the uses of imperative sentences.

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Language Focus
Imperatives have many uses. Lets have them one by one. Look at these dialogs:

Get an application. Then, print your name on the

first line. Dont print your name on the bottom
line.

What do you think is the use of the above imperative sentences? What do the
words in bold letters tell you?
Did you say these are imperative sentences that give instructions? Youre correct.
How about the next dialog?
Take this card to your
English teacher , please.
Please show me your
identification card.

What do you think is the use of the above sentences? Notice the word please in
each sentence. What does this word express?
Did you answer These imperative sentences make a request? Right! Lets go
to the third one.
Dont open my
notebook.

Stand at
attention!

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Dont be
late.

Notice the absence of the word please unlike in the previous sentence. If they
dont make a request, then what do these imperative sentences express?
Did you say They make a command? Thats good!
Next is the fourth use of the imperative sentences.
Watch out!

Be careful!

Notice that these sentences have exclamation marks. What do these marks say
about the use of these imperative sentences?
If you answered They express a warning, youre absolutely right!
How about in these dialogs:

Make yourself at
home.

Have a nice day.

How were these sentences expressed? Are they expressed informally or formally?
Did you say Formally? Thats great!
And when do we usually use formal expressions for imperatives?
Youre absolutely correct if you said In polite conversations. This is now the
fifth use of the imperative sentences.
Lets look at this last dialog box.
Mind your own business!

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Notice that unlike the previous imperative sentences used in polite expressions,
this sentence expresses a different tone. How is the imperative used here?
Youre right if you answered Some imperatives are used to express anger,
disapproval, disgust, etc.

Remember this:

An imperative sentence gives an order or a direction and ends with a period

or an exclamation point. To form the imperative, we use the base form of the verb.
The subject of the imperative is you, but we dont include you in the
sentence. Example: Go.
A negative imperative is do not + base form. The contraction is dont.
Example: Dont go.
An exclamation point (!) is used to show strong emotion. Example: Go!

Now, youre ready for the exercise on imperatives.

Activity 1
Read carefully the following imperative sentences. From the word pool, choose
the use or function of each sentence from the list in the box.
Example: Please wait for me! B. To make a request
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

To give instructions
To make a request
To make a command
To give a warning
In polite conversation

Dont waste time. _________________________________

Take care of yourself. ______________________________
Be quiet! ________________________________________
Open the door. ___________________________________
Be good! ________________________________________
Take out your books. _______________________________

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7. Please tell me the way to the library.______________________

8. Get away from me or else_______________________________
9. Turn to page 13 in the book. ____________________________
10. Combine all ingredients. _______________________________
Activity 2
Fill in the blank with an appropriate verb to complete each of the following hints
on how you can be a good English language learner.
Example: __________ your pronunciation.
Answer: Practice your pronunciation.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

____________________ questions.
____________________ your homework.
____________________ be absent.
____________________ your textbook.
____________________ notes.
____________________ in class.
____________________ your best.

Activity 3
Pretend that you are applying for a job. Fill in each blank with an appropriate
imperative verb (affirmative or negative) to complete the following set of instructions on
how to behave in a job interview.
Example:
Answer:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

_________ bright colored clothes.

Dont wear bright colored clothes.

____________________ late.
____________________ nice clothes.
____________________ your resume.
____________________ a pen to fill out the application.
____________________ the interview question.

Activity 4
Using an imperative sentence, give a suggestion to a friend or a relative
SUGGESTIONS
Example: who is poor in English

Read the newspapers and magazines

1. who stammers when reading orally.

2. who lacks self-confidence

___________________________________
___________________________________

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3. who is always late for class

4. who spends his/her money unwisely
5. who is overweight

___________________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________

Activity 5
Read the following paragraph about using the Public Telephone
This is how I called up my friend using the pay telephone in the drugstore near
our place.
First, I deposited four twenty-five centavo coins in the hole provided for this.
Then I listened to the dial tone. When I heard the dial tone, I dialed the number of my
friend. His number was busy, so I replaced the handset, and got my coins back. Then I
repeated the procedure, the other line rang, and I heard my friends Hello.

Directions: Using the paragraph above as a reference, make a set of instructions on how
to use a public telephone. Write the steps in your notebook.
To make a local automatic call:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Deposit________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

Self-check
Lets now check your answers for the grammar lesson.
Activity 1
1. C
2. E
3. D

4. C
5. E
6. C

Activity 2
1. Ask
2. Do
3. Dont

4. Read
5. Take
6. Participate

Activity 3
1. Dont be
2. Wear

7. B
8. D
9. A

3. Submit/Present
4. Bring

10. A

7. Do

5. Answer

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Activity 4
1. Read carefully.
2. Think positively.
3. Wake up early.

4. Budget your money wisely.

5. Eat moderately.

Activity 5
1. Deposit a one peso coin.
2. Dial the telephone number of the person you are calling.
3. Wait for someone to answer the call before pressing the button.
4. Say Hello and mention your name and the one you are calling for.
5. After your conversation, hang the telephone to its place.
The next section is a lesson on two-word verbs.
Idioms with call
Activity 1
Lets find out if you know the meaning of some idioms that start with the word
call.
Choose from the list in the box the meaning of the italicized two-word verb in the
dialog below.
request/urge
require/demand

cancel
summon/visit

telephone
scold

return call

Mary:

Have you seen Jenny lately? She hasnt (1) called me up.

Rico:

I (2) called her up yesterday evening. I had this problem with my English
class and I thought she was the only one I could call for advice.

Mary:

So how was your talk with her?

Rico:

Unfortunately, I wasnt able to talk to her that much because her mother
(3) called her out to stop burning the phone lines because she was just (4)
called down for her low grades in Math and Biology. I asked her to (5)
call back but she never did.

Mary:

Wait, you told me yesterday that you and she will go biking on Saturday. I
already asked permission from mom to allow me to come with you.

Rico:

Oh, Im so sorry Mary, but that same day I called Jenny, I also intended to
(6) call off our date because I have to study for my exam in Geometry on
Monday.

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Mary:

Oh, I see. Just call me if youll have plans of biking again.

Rico:

Sure. Ill call you up as soon as Jennys problem is solved. Perhaps Ill (7)
call in Jennys house and see if shes doing just fine.

Mary:

Thanks. Id better go. I have an exam in my History class. See you around.

Rico:

Bye.

Activity 2
Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs chosen from the box.
call up
call in

call off
call for

call upon

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Congratulations! Your victory __________ a celebration.

Worried about his sons illness, the father _________ the doctor.
Please _____________ this number immediately.
The meeting was _________ due to lack of quorum.
They _________ some volunteers to clean the area.
This problem ____________ immediate attention.
_______________ the Cultural Center to find out if there are still tickets
available.
8. The movie director ___________ the shooting at the last minute.
9. The vital witness to the murder was ______ by the judge.
10. Have you ever __________ long distance.

Self-check
Lets find out if your answers are right.
Activity 1
1. telephone
2. telephone

3. demand
4. scold

5. return call
6. cancel

7. visit

Activity 2
1. calls for
2. called up
3. called up

4. called off
5. call upon
6. calls for

7. call up
8. called off
9. called upon

10. called up

Wow! Youre almost done with your Module 2 in English. Are you ready to take
the Posttest? Sure you do, dont you?

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Posttest
I. Read the story about Jeremy. As you read, think about his character traits. Then answer
the questions that follow.
Jeremy is usually very thoughtful. He often runs errands for his neighbors. He
helps Mrs. Bonton weed her garden. He walks Mr. Arrietas dog twice a day. Today,
Jeremy had a problem. He looked up at the kitchen clock and frowned when he saw the
time.
The basketball game with the young boys starts in fifteen minutes, but I
promised Grandma Id get the tape for her, Jeremy groaned. He didnt want to let his
grandmother or his friends down. Well, he said, a promise is a promise! Then he
dashed out the door.
Jeremy ran to the bookstore to buy the listening tape of one of his grandmothers
favorite books and delivered it to her. Then he ran around the corner to the playground.
When Jeremy met his friends, they were just beginning to choose the teams.
1. How do you know that Jeremy likes to keep his promise?
a. He helps Mrs. Bonton weed her garden.
b. He walks Mr. Arrietas dog.
c. He bought his Grandmas tape and joined his friends in the playground.
2. What did Jeremy do to make sure that he kept his promise to his grandmother?
a. He bought the tape and brought it to her grandma.
b. He informed his friends hes coming back.
c. He assured his grandma hes coming back.
3. What does Jeremy do that shows he is thoughtful?
a. He runs errands for his neighbors.
b. He meets his friends everyday.
c. He keeps his promise.
4. How did Jerry feel when he saw the time? Write the letter of the word that best
describes his feeling.
a. scared
b. discouraged
c. concerned
5. Which word best describes Jerry?
a. dependable
b. forgetful
c. fun-loving

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Grammar
Pretend that you are taking a test. Recall the reminders when taking a test. Fill in
the blanks with the correct verb to complete the imperative sentence. Number 1 is done
for you.
_____Follow________ the directions carefully.
___________________ paper and pencil.
___________________ your answers.
___________________ conscious of the time allotted for the exam.
___________________ your answers legibly.
___________________ quiet while taking the test.
___________________ to your seatmates.
___________________ properly and comfortably while taking the test.
___________________ take too much time in thinking for the answer for a
difficult item.
10. __________________ erasures.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Idioms
Write the meaning of the underlined idioms with call. Choose your answer from
the word pool.

request/urge
required/demand

cancel
summon/visit

telephone
scold

return call

1. Shouldnt we call up the police to report the crime?

2. I call upon each one of you to do your best.
3. The current rash of robberies and the high incidence of drug addiction call for
vigilance on our part.
4. We cant call off the trip. Our friends in Baguio are waiting for us.
5. The company president asked his assistant to call in the leader of the labor union.
6. The principal called down those students wearing the prohibited hair cut.
7. Mother called me back right after I called her at home due to an emergency.
8. Jimmy called off his party due to the bad weather.
9. Carlo composed a song that called for a fast rhythm and easy tune.
10. Ill call in Jacks house to see if he is already doing our project.

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Self-check
Reading
1. C

2. A

3. A

4. A

5. A

Grammar
1. Read / Follow 4. Be
2.Bring
5. Write
3.Review
6. Be
Idioms
1.telephone
2.summon
3.require
4.cancel
5.visit

7. Dont talk
8. Sit
9. Dont

10. Avoid

6. scolded
7. return call
8. cancel
9. require
10. visit

NOTE: In this module you learned how to learn things such as plotting a story and
learning how to do things. In the next module you will acquire more effective
ways to learn about life.

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Before you put aside this module, spend some time reflecting on what you have
learned from it. Use this format in your reflective journal. Check the column that best
describes your feeling about the activities you did. For the last column, give your reason.
What I think of the activities in this module

How I liked them

Things I Did

(Very much)

(Just fine)

What I liked best

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(Not so much
because)

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