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English 10
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Name:_______________________________________ Score: _________________________

Grade & Section : _____________________________ Date: __________________________
I.What is it all about?! gradual and careful exposition of
information, accompanied by their
ARGUMENT STANCE CLAIM TAKE desired interpretation.
3. Organize your content in the most
convenient way for the intended
purpose.
4. Get hold of strategies typical of other
Argument types of text (expository, narrative).
Essay Editorial
5. They don’t always respond to a formal
can be…
argumentative sequence, especially
when it comes to spoken language.
6. You can use different types of
arguments: logical, emotional, or
Letter to the Editor Speech affective.

Argumentative text- is a type of writing that Structure of an argumentative

expresses coherence through reasoning that refutes text
or justifies something, to persuade the reader.
- An argumentative text expresses the ideas, 1. Exposition/Statement of position
opinions and point of view of the issuer, unlike (Introduction) - refers to a brief
other types of texts such as scientific, narrative or description of the thesis or
legal, which are impartial regarding the fundamental idea, in order to
subjectivity of the issuer.
introduce the reader to the subject
and in a given context and then be
TYPES of the argumentative text able to develop the arguments in the
1. Emotional-affective arguments. They rest of the writing.
are those that seek to generate empathy 2. Argument (Body) - It refers to the
and convince through emotions and support of the thesis; that is, the
feelings. reasoning or arguments that will
2. Rational arguments. They are those serve to defend the main idea. These
that appeal to the recipient’s capacity for arguments are placed following a
logical thinking. logical structure and can contain
Characteristics of the argumentative text concepts, comparisons, examples,
quotes, among others. In other
1. Have a persuasive intention that is, words, the development of the
wanting to convince the reader of
argumentative text is made up of a
something.
series of statements that contain
2. Using arguments to convince, that they
are reasoned propositions through the information -whether data, evidence
 or opinions-, which serves to support one’s opinion, regardless of its nature good or
the thesis. bad. What our society needs today are not
3. Restatement of the Position limitations of free speech but making efforts to
(Conclusion)- are phrases or establish dialogues between people with
statements that close the conflicting beliefs. Listening and being heard
argumentative text. In them the final will go a long way, that way we could build
resolution of the author is placed, bridges instead of burning them.
together with his main appreciations. (“Argumentative Essay Examples, Edusson
Consequently, the conclusions Blog” 2020)
function as a synthesis of everything
that was argued in the previous parts.
STATEMENT OF THE POSITION
II. WHAT’S TO EXPLORE?
(INTRODUCTION)
A. Read the argumentative text and extract
elements on the space provided after the ___________________________________
text.
___________________________________
Does Freedom of Speech Give People the ARGUMENTS
Right to Use Hate Speech?
Thanks to the individuals, great thinkers, brave ___________________________________
leaders, who were not scared to express their ___________________________________
beliefs. Back in time, those beliefs that were
contrary to the typical “mindset” would be ___________________________________
considered as hate, a hatred towards their way ___________________________________
of life, culture, and tradition. The most
reputable professors, experts, and campaigners ___________________________________
only confirm that free speech has always been RESTATEMENT OF THE POSITION
used to fight for change, for better times, (CONCLUSION)
besides reinforcement of other human rights,
free speech is also essential due to the ability to ___________________________________
hear others and be heard at the same time. We
___________________________________
need to hear other people’s views as well as
offering them our own opinions. Unfortunately,
one of the fastest-growing problems of our
B. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word that
society is that people rarely listen to others and
best completes the statement.
acknowledge their takes on certain topics if
1. Any topic is considered argumentative
they don’t agree with them. We should feel
if___________________ .
comfortable exchanging ideas and thoughts
2. The_______________ is the part of an
with those who have opposing views. Experts
argumentative text that introduces
agree that way there would be less “hate
the problem, provides background information,
speech” circling around. Finally, freedom of
and gives the thesis statement.
speech is the most important human right that
3. Every reason is supported with that may come
every individual has the right to exercise. This
in the form of statistics, examples,
freedom comes with the ability to express
quotations or experience. __________________
 4. The________________ restates the position ________________________________________
and summarizes the main arguments.
________________________________________
5. Knowing the structural elements of an
argumentative text is important RESTATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
because_______________________________ (CONCLUSION)

III. What Can I Do? ________________________________________

Apply what you have learned by doing the activity ________________________________________
below.
________________________________________
Choose one topic and make an outline of an argument ________________________________________
text using the key elements. Write your paragraphs on
the space provided below.

Implementation of school uniform in public school

Rehabilitation of Manila Bay
Providing more benefits to medical workers
Banning violent video games

STATEMENT OF POSITION (INTRODUCTION)

INTRODUCE THE TOPIC

____________________________________________

________________________________________
STATE YOUR POSITION
________________________________________
________________________________________\
ARGUMENTS (BODY)
REASON:
________________________________________
________________________________________
REASON:
________________________________________
________________________________________
REASON:

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 English 10
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Day 2

Name:_______________________________________ Score: _________________________

Grade & Section : _____________________________ Date: __________________________
What are Modal Verbs? 50 % obligation
A modal is a type of auxiliary (helping) verb that
is used to express: permission, ability, obligation, should/ought to Advice
prohibition, lack of necessity, advice, possibility, logical conclusion
and probability.
had better Advice
In writing argumentative texts,
modals help the main verb
convey its particular meaning. It What are Modal Adverbs?
gives clearer sense to the One of the key jobs of adverbs is to add to the
thoughts that are being Expressing
meaning of verbs, it makes sense that modal
presented. Here is a list of
modals with examples: adverbs add meaning to modal verbs. Remember
that modality has to do with ideas such as the
Modal Verb
possibility of something happening. Another way
Strong obligation to think of this concept is to ask yourself: How
likely is this to occur or to exist? Some examples
must of modal adverbs are probably, possibly,
logical conclusion /certainty
evidently, undoubtedly, precisely etc.
A. Read the statement and choose the correct
must not Prohibition term that will complete the sentence.
Ability
Can Permission
Possibility
ability in the past 1. If you are sick, you______ go to work.
could polite permission You’ll infect everyone there.
2. Drivers__________ stop at red lights.
Possibility 3. You _________finish the proposal today.
You can finish it tomorrow.
Permission
may 4. She __________ hear much better with her
possibility, probability new hearing aids.
5. I ____________ order us a bottle of wine?
polite permission 6. Sam _____________ pick his daughter up
might
possibility, probability from the school. She’s taking the bus home.
7. You ______________ finish your tasks.
need not lack of necessity/absence of 8. You ______________eat so many sweets.
obligation They are bad for you.
 9. ______________ you mind walking a little Now, it’s time to check what you have learned in
faster? We’re going to be late. this lesson by doing the activity below.
10. I’m sorry. I __________ help you. I don’t
know how to do it. C. Read each statement and write on the blank the
modal verb or adverb referred to.
B. On the given social issues below, write at least _______________1. It indicates ability in the
2-5 sentence paragraphs expressing your stand past.
and arguments. Use modal verbs and adverbs and ________________2. It adds meaning to the
underline them. modal verbs.
_________________3. It expresses lack of
1.PALESTINE – ISRAEL WAR necessity.
__________________4. It is a type of helping
________________________________________
verb that is used to express: permission, ability,
________________________________________
obligation, prohibition, lack of necessity, advice,
________________________________________
possibility, and probability.
________________________________________
________________________________________ ____________________5. It states a logical
________________________________________ conclusion.
________________________________________
Amazing! Now, you are down to the final
________________________________
challenge of this module.
2. MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES
This time you are going to apply what you
________________________________________ have learned.
________________________________________
Compose a 10-15 sentence paragraph of
________________________________________
argumentative text about “Should the school
________________________________________
allow CROSS DRESSING”. Use modal verbs and
________________________________________
adverbs in your write up. Rubric will be provided
________________________________________
to check your output.
________________________________________
_______________________________________
Should School allow CROSS DRESSING
3. GENDER EQUALITY
_______________________________________
________________________________________
_______________________________________
________________________________________
_______________________________________
________________________________________
_______________________________________
________________________________________
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________________________________________
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___________________________
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What I Have Learned _______________________________________
_______________________________________
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______________________________________ _______________________________________
______________________________________ _______________________________________
______________________________________ _______________________________________
______________________________________ _________.

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English 10
Quarter 2 Week 2
Day 3

Name:________________________________________________ Score:
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Grade & Section : ______________________________________ Date:
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Lastly, there is only a limited number of
people who can go to school. Problems
Now, as you face another learning journey,
such as lack in money often contribute to
you will learn how to make your
why this is happening. According to
arguments more critical and more logical
research, students who belong to the poor
in approach using the evaluative language.
sector have higher dropout rates because
At the same time, you will also learn how
they do not have the economic resources to
to link ideas and present your line of
sustain their education (Meinardus, 2003).
reasoning in your arguments by using
There is also that thinking that it is better
conjunctions.
to just work than to study. Lastly, even
What is It?! though the government can help in
addressing this problem, they cannot
Read the text below and answer the
provide for everyone’s education because
questions that follow.
they lack funds. ("Argumentative Essay:
Should There Be More Schools in the Should There Be More Schools in The
Philippines? Philippines?" 2020)
(An excerpt)

It is a common knowledge that teachers in Questions:

the Philippines are underpaid that is why
1. Why do talented teachers choose to
there is a limited supply of teachers in both
work abroad?
private and public schools. In addition,
some of the talented teachers would rather 2. Are the opinions of the essayist best?
choose to work abroad than in the Explain your answer concisely.
Philippines because there is that idea that
3. What is the function of the
they can have better opportunities there.
underlined words in every paragraph?
Great! Now you’re
Evaluative language- can be expressed • Introducing an alternative viewpoint
explicitly (directly) or implicitly (by contrast, another way of viewing this,
(indirectly). When the writer or speaker alternatively, again, rather, on the other
provides no obvious linguistic clues but hand, in comparison, on the contrary, in
exploits the audience’s ability to recognize fact, though, although)
any comment on it, it is implicitly
evaluated. When evaluation is achieved
through grammatical, textual, and lexical • Returning to emphasize your earlier
means it is explicitly evaluated. viewpoint (However, despite x, in spite of
x, though, after all, at the same time, on the
Conjunction- are also important. They other hand, although x may have a good
link ideas and identify the line of reasoning point)
such as adding more emphasis, putting the
same idea in a different way, and ● Summing up the idea stated (In brief,
introducing an alternative point of view,
on the whole, to sum up, thus, in
etc.
conclusion, as a whole)
Following is a selection of words used to
link ideas depending on the direction of A. Below is an excerpt of an
your argument: argumentative text. Fill in the blanks
with appropriate conjunctions that
• Adding more to a point already complete the idea of the paragraphs.
made (Moreover, furthermore, again,
further, what is more, in addition, besides, Should Children be Allowed to Play
above all, as well (as), Either, neither… Violent Video Games?
nor, not only…) (An excerpt)
• Writing in lists (First (ly), second(ly),
Children are not able to separate the virtual
yet another, in addition, finally, to begin
and real world fully. That distinction is
with, in the second place, moreover,
very blurry for the undeveloped young
additionally, also, next, then, lastly,
mind. They often confuse the two
finally).
concepts, thus believing that what is
• Putting the same idea in a acceptable in the virtual world would be
different way (In other words, also fine in the real one. 1. (Likewise,
rather, or, better, in that case, to put Therefore), they carry that aggressive
it (more) simply, in view of this, violent attitude into their daily lives,
with this in mind, to look at this harming the people around them. And
another way) afterwards, when they have to pay for the
consequences of their actions, they cannot
• Introducing examples (that is to say, understand what they have done wrong. 2.
in other words, for example, for instance, (Likewise, Thus), the opponents strongly
namely, as follows, as in the following disapprove the use of violent video games
examples, such as, particularly notably) by children as dangerous and
unpredictable.
 2. _________________are words and
structures that add judgment and help
3. (Thus, Although), the two opposing develop an argument.
sides of this argument would never agree
to compromise, the parents of young 3. For instance, namely, such as, as
people still must make the decision that follows, and particularly are expressions
would work the best for their children. It is used to__________________________ .
true that video games are just games,
4. First(ly), Second(ly), Next, Then,
4. (moreover, however), it is a fact that Last(ly), and finally are used when
they can be harmful if used thoughtlessly _________________
and without parental attention. It would be 5. Learning the use of conjunctions is
desirable to try reaching a certain balance important because
in this matter. Games should be regarded ______________________________.
as games, which must be playing
sparingly. C. Write a one paragraph text stating
your stand about Fast Foods. Use
5. (Despite, Moreover), the parents have evaluative language in expressing your
to understand that instead of forbidding claim and use conjunctions to link your
such video games, they must provide ideas. Use a separate sheet of paper for
enough alternative, such as travelling, time this activity.
outside, family board games, movies,
reading, arts and sports. ("Argumentative __________________________________
Essay Sample: Children and Video Games" __________________________________
2020) __________________________________
__________________________________
B. Complete the following sentences. ____________________
1. ________________links words or
ideas in an argument.
Learning Activity Sheet
English 10
Quarter 2 Week 2
Day 4

Name:________________________________________________ Score:
_________________________
Grade & Section : ______________________________________ Date:
__________________________
Study the structure and analyze the set of 2. Breakfast is the most important meal
sentences below then answer the process of the day.
questions that follow. 3. Cans can be recycled as pots.
A. B.
1. Alyssah is a competent employee. 1. Is the Pope Catholic?
2. Is rain wet?
3. Can birds fly? It is usually used to emphasize a point or
C. idea. It may end with a question mark but,
1. The notorious robber was sent to jail. is technically not a question at all because
2. The truth behind the mystery was the audience is not expected to actually
revealed by the living witness. respond. It may also have an obvious
3. All modules will be printed before the
answer. In many cases it used to start a
school year starts.
discourse, or as a means of putting across
Process Questions: the speaker's or author's opinion on a topic.
1. How are ideas conveyed in Set A? Here are some examples:
What punctuation is used?
2. What do you call that kind of • Do you want to lose weight without
sentences? feeling hungry?
3. What do you notice with the questions
in Set B? • Is Pope a Catholic?
4. In Set C, who does the action?
5. What is the form of the verb in Set C? • What is the meaning of life?
A declarative sentence is a sentence
The passive voice is another language
that makes a statement, provides a fact,
feature present in argumentative texts. It
offers an explanation, or conveys
usually comes in the form (verb be + past
information. This kind of sentence ends
participle of the main verb) depending on
with a period. In argument text, declarative
the tense, like was formulated, were
statements are used in making a claim,
discussed, and will be presented, has been
enumerating reasons, and presenting
raised, etc. It is used when the actor is
evidences. Here are some examples:
unknown, irrelevant, or not important;
• Internet should be made free to when emphasizing the person or thing
everyone.. acted on; or when talking about a general
truth.
• The government is doing everything to
protect its people against this deadly • The artifacts were stolen from the
Corona virus. museum.

• Study shows that physical distances • An alternative route was opened to the
slows down the spread of the virus. public.

• Communication has been

revolutionized by the Internet.
A rhetorical question is a type of
question that doesn’t’ need to be answered. • The new product can be bought at any
drugstore.

A. From the given argumentative text, pull Should Mobile Phones be Banned in
out sentences that belong to the Schools?
language features covered in this topic
and list them down in the table. In the last few years there has been
an explosion in the use of new
 communications technologies, including problems by making them leave their mobile
mobile phones; it is estimated that over phones at home.
70% of young people aged 10– 14 now
(https://dera.ioe.ac.uk/4825/7/
own one. Considerable debate has taken
nls_y6t2exunits075202argue.pdf)
place in the press recently as to whether
pupils should be allowed to take their
mobile phones into school. Declarative Rhetorical
Passive Voice
Sentence Question
No one can deny the positive benefits of
children communicating freely with each
other, and pupils argue that using a mobile
1.
phone to talk to or text message their
friends is simply one way of doing this,
using new technology. Many parents are
in favor too, and like the reassurance of
knowing their child can be safer and more 2.
independent if they have a mobile phone,
since they can contact them at any time if
necessary. They cite the potential risks
faced by some children travelling alone.
3.
However, schools point out that carrying a
mobile phone could in itself make a child
more vulnerable to theft or mugging, both
on the street and even in the playground.
Police figures confirm that a high 4.
proportion of crimes committed against
young people involve thefts of mobile
phones. Schools are concerned, moreover,
that allowing pupils to bring their ringing
in class.
5.
The use of mobiles in school could create
a competitive atmosphere amongst
children and result in some children
feeling left out and unvalued. In addition,
they claim that pupils’ education would be
affected by the distraction of phones
ringing in class.

Some doctors fear that children using mobiles B. Complete the statement by writing your
could suffer long-term brain damage. Until this answer on the blank.
is disproved, it would seem that schools might
best protect their pupils from this and other
1. In an argumentative text, declarative ______________________________________
statements are used in _________________, ______________________________________
_______________, and __________________ ______________________________________
______________________________________
2. A rhetorical question is asked not to be
______________________________________
answered, but to ______________________ .
______________________________________
3. Passive voice is used when ______________________________________
______________, ______________ or ______________________________________
_______________________. ______________________________________
______________________________________
4. It is important to learn the language ______________________________________
features of an argumentative text so that ______________________________________
_____________________________________ ______________________________________
____ _______________
Amazing! Now, we are down to the final
challenge of this LAS.
C. Choose one topic from the list below and
construct three (3) declarative sentences, three
(3) rhetorical questions, and three (3)
sentences in passive voice.

*Gaming Addiction

*Slow Internet Connection

*Face to Face Learning RUBRICS:

*Physical Distancing Thesis/Claim -5 pts
Support/ Reasoning – 5 pts
* Using mobile phone in the classroom. Counterclaim- 5
Structure/Organization (Use of
______________________________________
Language Feature) – 5
______________________________________
Evidence – 5___
______________________________________
Total = 25 pts
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
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b. It summarizes the main points in the
Direction: Read each item carefully argument.
and write the letter of the correct c. It reiterates a call to action.
answer on your answer sheet. d. It presents a new claim or argument.
1. It is a statement that states the position For items 5-8, choose the appropriate
of the writer regarding a topic or issue. modal that will best complete the
a. opening statement c. examples statement.
statistics 5. Fast learners__________be given extra
b. thesis statement d. background activities to make them more productive.
information a. should b. might c. can d. ought
2. It involves the process of establishing a 6. The new scheme will ______ improve
claim and proving it with the use of logical the performance of the company.
reasoning, examples, and research. a. hesitantly b. recently c.surely d.
a. argument c. conclusion harshly
b. reason d. evidence 7. Unorganized meetings ________ result
3. Disproving an opposing argument is to confusion among participants.
also called . a. may b. should c. must d. had to
a. counterclaim c. refutation 8. The organizers will ________ change
b. conclusion d. exposition the original plan due to some objections.
4. Which is not true about the concluding a. reluctantly c. possibly
paragraph of an argumentative text? b. evidently d. angrily
a. It restates the position in other terms. 9. What are used to link ideas in an
argument?
 a. conjunctions c. modal adverbs Prepared by:
b. adverbs d. modal verbs ELEANOR N. RAYMUNDO

.
10. It refers to a language used by persuaders when
they want to convince their audience to believe that
their own opinion is best.
a. evaluative language b. conviction c.
figurative language d. arguments
11. Which conjunction is not used when
introducing an alternative viewpoint?
a. thus b. again c. rather d. in fact
12. Which conjunction is used when summing up
an idea?
a. therefore c. rather
b. in other words d. in view of this
13. Which of the following does not refer to a
declarative sentence used in an argumentative
text?
a. It is used to raise inquiries.
b. It is used to make a claim.
c. It is used to enumerate reasons.
d. It is used to present evidence.
14. Which of the following is an example of a
rhetorical question?
a. Why is physical distancing important
nowadays?
b. Have you ever considered how many books
we’d read if it were not for televisions and
internet?
c. What learning modality would you prefer?
d. I online learning as good as face-to-face
learning.
15. Which of the following is not a reason for
using passive voice in a sentence?
a. When the actor or doer of the action is
unknown.
b. When the actor or doer of the action is
irrelevant or not important.
c. When the person or thing acted on is more
important than the doer.
d. When the writer thinks it sounds good to write
in passive voice.