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2. Using
Appropriate
Grammatical
Signals
Fourth Quarter –
Module 1

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4. Give at least three keywords or
phrases related to signals.
signs
clues
markers
Signals

5. JUMBLED
EXPRESSIONS
SENTENCE
S
1.esteh
are some
of the ways to stay fit and healthy.

6. JUMBLED
EXPRESSIONS
SENTENCES
2.edu ot Environmental
problem exist
irresponsible man made activities.

7. 3.ovewreh Covid 19 is now a
global health threat;
there are ways to prevent
the virus from further spreading.

8. 4. dan A healthy diet
reduces the risk of
diseases
promotes physical fitness.

9. 5. onij own Our youth organi-
zation is looking for enthusiastic
environmental advocates. What
are you waiting for ?
and be one of us.

10. Our country is always visited by
typhoons. Typhoons bring strong winds
and rains; hence, they are harmful. They
have disastrous effects. After a strong
typhoon, lives and properties are
destroyed because of floods. As soon as
a typhoon is within the Philippine Area
of Responsibility, public storms are
raised. In so doing, the people are able

11. 1. What is the text
mainly about?
2. What causes
floods?

12. 3. What are the effects
of typhoons?
4. What does the
underlined words
show?

13. What are
grammatical
signals or
expressions?

14.  are writing devices
that serve to
maintain text
coherence

15.  they signal the
relationship between
new sentences and
the one before it

16. are also
important writing
devices in text
construction

17.  are the words that
give the readers or
the listeners a
signal on what will
follow an idea

18. Grammatical signals are
writing devices such as
transitional devices,
connectors, determiners
and repetitions that are
used to maintain text
coherence.

19. In developing your ideas,
you can use different
patterns but remember in
the real world many texts
contain section and
passages that combine
two or more pattern of
organization.

20. What is idea
development
?

21. Idea development is the
manner, pattern or
method by which a writer
or speaker explain his
main idea about a topic
in a paragraph or essay.

22. - The organization of
supporting details
helps you understand
how an author thinks
and helps you
remember what you
read.

23. Idea development is
essential in writing. This
is done by organizing
ideas in a logical and
clear manner that suits
the writer’s purpose.

24. Commonly Used
Patterns of Idea
Development

25. 1. General to
Particular - discusses
the general topic by
presenting
specific details that
support the topic.

26. You can safely swim with
piranhas, but it’s important to know
how and when to do it. First, choose
an appropriate time, preferably at night
and during the rainy season. Avoid
piranha-infested waters during the dry
season, when food supplies are low
and piranhas are more desperate.
General
idea
Speci-
fic
ideas
Source:https://
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27. Piranhas feed during the day, so night-time
swimming is much safer. Second, streamline
your movement. Wild or erratic activity
attracts the attention of piranhas. Swim
slowly and smoothly. Finally, never enter the
water with an open wound or raw meat.
Piranhas attack larger animals only when
they are wounded. The presence of blood in
the water may tempt the fish to attack. If you
follow these simple precautions, you will
have little to fear.
Speci -
fic
ideas
Source:https://
www.youtube.com/watch?

28. Examples: As an example,
in addition to, for example,
for instance, to illustrate,
specifically, namely, In
short, After all,
furthermore, moreover,
firstly, secondly, thirdly,
finally etc.

29. 2. Claim and
Counterclaim-This
pattern of idea
development refers to
the structure of
presenting a side of an

30. A claim is the
writer’s stand on a
topic supported by
evidences and
logical reasoning.

31. Also, the writer presents
the counterclaim or the
opposite stand of an
issue to disprove it
through evidences and
logical reasoning.

32. People believe that rock music
can make teenagers rebellious
because of its lyrics but, I don’t
think it is enough to make them
go against society. They say rock
music concentrates mostly on
antisocial subjects which influence
teenagers’ view toward society.

33. However, a study shows that an
average teenager would not take the
music seriously, for he or she
concentrates more on the musical
value of the song rather than the inner
meaning of the lyrics. Thus, even
though the lyrics in rock music show
social rebellion, it does not make
teenagers rebel against society.

34. Examples of transitional devices:
however, nevertheless, on one
hand, on the other hand,
admittedly, some people say, some
may say, of course, nevertheless,
and but not only that.

35. 3. Problem-Solution
– is used when a writer
identifies a problem
and addresses it by
presenting one or more
solutions.

36. A problem refers to the
unsatisfactory situation that
causes troubles or difficulties.
A solution on the other hand,
refers to the ways in solving or
minimizing the problem.

37. In most parts of the world there are
not as many crocodiles as there used to
be. This is a problem because crocodiles
are becoming endangered and also
crocodiles are necessary to the balance
of nature. Many crocodiles have died
because people have dried up the
swamps and marshes where the
crocodiles live.

38. Poachers have also contributed to the
dilemma as crocodiles have been
desired for their strong, smooth,
leathery skins. In order to preserve
these mighty creatures, people must
take care of the crocodiles’
environment and help put us a stop
to the needless shooting of these

39. Examples of
grammatical signals:
because, cause, since, as a
result, in order to, and so
that, as a solution, and one
way

40. 4. Persuasion - intends to convince
the readers to do or believe in
something. It allows the writer to express
his or her personalviewpoints about a
topic to convince the readers. This
pattern of idea development is based on
opinions and emotions.

41. A school bazaar is something
you don’t want to miss! Aside
from the wonderful experience,
attending it is truly a great help.
First, a school bazaar is filled
with fun activities. There are
amusing games, great rides, and

42. Besides that, your ticket
purchase will help the school.
Not only that, but it also gives
you a chance to win fabulous
prizes. So, what are you
waiting for? Join now and
experience the fun!

43. Some of the other grammatical
signals and expressions of
persuasion:
come, free, need, must, must not,
necessary, latest, hurry, join, help, best,
better, great, proven, trusted, create, come
along, urgent, amazing experience, avail
now, I believe, I urge, don't miss, can do it,
and one of a kind

44. 5. Cause and Effect – The
cause explains the reasons why
something happened. The
effects show the results or
consequences. The causes and
effects should be organized by
the order of importance and

45. Salmonellosis is a type of food poisoning
caused by Salmonella enterica bacterium.
People who are infected which such illness
experience abdominal cramps, fever, and
diarrhea. Consequently, they suffer from severe
dehydration, vomiting, headaches, and body
aches. Furthermore, sallmonellosis can lead to
complications, such as Reiter’s syndrome
( reactive arthritis) and focal infection.

46. Examples of signal
markers:
Cause: if, for, since, due
to, because, owing to,
because of, one
cause, and resulting

47. Examples of signal markers:
Effect: so, thus, hence,
then, therefore, as a result,
in effect, as consequence,
consequently, leads to, one
of the effects is, and that is
why

49. 1. General to Specific
General: Smartphones provide easy
access to information and
communication.
Specific: ______________________________________________________.

50. 2. Claim and Counterclaim
Claim: According to study, overexposure of
children to gadgets results in vision and
mental problems.
Counterclaim:
___________________________

51. A. Answer the short activity below to find out what you
learned about the topic using Quizalize.
B. Follow Up Activity (go to elearning)
To help you master the skill of using appropriate
grammatical signals and expressions, answer the
succeeding activities. Combine the following
sentences using the appropriate grammatical signals
suitable to each pattern of idea development. You
may add supporting details to support the main idea.

52. A. Answer the short activity below to find out what you
learned about the topic using Quizalize.
B. Follow Up Activity (go to elearning)
To help you master the skill of using appropriate
grammatical signals and expressions, answer the
succeeding activities. Combine the following
sentences using the appropriate grammatical signals
suitable to each pattern of idea development. You
may add supporting details to support the main idea.

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54. Alternative Resources