The document contains a blend of vocabulary definitions and exercises aimed at enhancing language skills, emphasizing the use of context clues for understanding unfamiliar words. It highlights various types of context clues, such as definition, synonym, antonym, and example, to clarify word meanings. Additionally, it includes references to a revolutionary African poet, David Diop, and discusses his contributions to addressing issues of colonialism through poetry.

1. Ma’am Feb
ENGLISH 8

2. 1. Warriors- a person engaged or
experienced in warfare; soldier.
2. Unbent- make or become straight
from a bent or twisted form or
3. Impetuous- acting or done
quickly and without thought or care.

3. 4. Splendid- having or showing
splendor : brilliant.
5. Obstinate - stubbornly refusing to
change one's opinion or chosen
course of action, despite attempts to
persuade one to do so.

4. 6. Patient- able to accept or tolerate
delays, problems, or suffering
without becoming annoyed or
anxious.
7. Liberty- The quality or state of
being free

5. 8. Humiliate-make (someone) feel
ashamed and foolish by injuring their
dignity and self-respect, especially
publicly.

6. 9. Scar- a mark on the skin after a
wound or injury has healed.
10. Trembling- shaking or quivering,
typically as a result of anxiety,
excitement, or frailty.

7. "By words we learn
thoughts, and by
thoughts we learn
life."
—Jean Baptiste Girard

8. FIND THE
MEANING!

9. 1. Government in some part of the
world set their focus on the
doldrums of environmental
degradation, instead of the threats
of the present pandemic.
a. Delight
b. Despair
c. Joy
d. Trust

10. 2. Our family always have fleeting
idea of going to Siargao Island, but
we know it will take some time given
the present health crisis.
a. Constant
b. Endless
c. Long
d. Sudden

11. 3. An oracle is said to have
the ability to foresee the
future.
a. Diviner
b. Fortune-teller
c. Priest
d. Scientist

12. 4. People who are
despicable should not be
avoided, instead they should
be loved. a. Good
b. Kind
c. Mean

13. 5. I grew up learning to
assert my rights and not to
be cowed by other people.
a. Comforted
b. Helped
c. Pleased
d. Scared

14. How do you
find the
questions?

15. What did you
consider in selecting
your answer?

16. By: Maribel Azote Cabalan - Buco
Tick tock, tick tock, I am stuck!
How can I unlock? How can I unlock?
When unfamiliar words are the ones that
block!
Strategize, strategize, vocabulary wise!
Familiarize, familiarize, the words that arise
Hints here, signals there, clues are everywhere
Categorize, conceptualize, and then
contextualize

17. CONTEXT CLUES
Context Clues are hints that the author gives to help
define a difficult or unusual word. The clue may appear
within the same sentence as the word to which it refers,
or it may follow in a preceding sentence.

18. The role of context in
language
It is widely accepted that language requires context in
order to function as communication between speakers
and listeners.

19. The role of context in
language
Meaning Clarification: Context helps clarify the meaning
of words or phrases that may have multiple meanings. For
example, the word "bank" can refer to a financial institution
or the side of a river, and the context in which it's used
determines its meaning.

20. The role of context in
language
Disambiguation: Context helps disambiguate homonyms
(words that sound the same but have different meanings)
and homographs (words that are spelled the same but
have different meanings).
Example: bark- sound a dog makes or the outer
covering of a tree.

21. The role of context in
language
Idiomatic Expressions: Context often holds the key to
understanding idiomatic expressions or figures of speech.
Without context, idioms like "raining cats and dogs" might
be confusing.

22. Different types
of context clues

23. Definition Context Clues
These clues directly provide the
meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Example: The word "ubiquitous," meaning "found
everywhere," is commonly used in
technology discussions.

24. Another Examples
1. In Latin, "bene" means "good" or "well," as seen in words
like "beneficial."
2. The book provided a clear "synopsis," which is a brief
summary or overview of the story.
3. The "quarantine," or isolation, period was extended to
prevent the spread of the virus.
4. She's a "vegetarian," someone who doesn't eat meat or
animal products.

25. EXAMPLE: A treasure hunter is a person who
searches for treasures from sunken ships and
ancient tombs to obtain valuable relics and
artifacts. (definition: a person who searches for
treasures)
DEFENITION
Context clues are of different types
by:

26. Synonym Context Clues
a similar word is placed in the same
sentence to know the meaning of
the unfamiliar word
Example: The scientist was "meticulous," or very
careful and precise, in his experiments.

27. Another Examples
1. Her "proficient" skills in coding meant she was highly
skilled or competent in that area.
2. The "enormous" tree in the backyard was massive or
gigantic.
3. His "reclusive" nature made him avoid social gatherings,
showing he was very private or solitary.
4. The team's "victory," or win, was a cause for celebration.

28. Context clues are of different types
by:
EXAMPLE: It is common for Filipinos to feel
compassion or pity for the suffering of their
fellowmen. (synonym: pity)
SYNONYM

29. Antonym Context Clues
These clues provide words or
phrases with opposite meanings to
the unfamiliar word.
Example: Despite his initial reluctance, he
eventually agreed to participate in the
project.

30. Another Examples
1. The company's profits have been steadily increasing, while
their expenses have consistently decreased.
2. Her explanation was succinct and clear, unlike his lengthy
and confusing speech.
3. She greeted him with a warm smile, while he responded
with a cold and distant look.
4. Her enthusiasm for the project was contagious, but his
indifference was evident

31. EXAMPLE: Among the siblings of thin
body structure, Isabel is the only one
who is portly. (antonym: thin)
ANTONYMS
Context clues are of different types
by:

32. Example Context Clues
samples are provided in the
sentence to understand the
meaning of the unfamiliar word.
Example: The "cacophony" of sounds in the city,
including honking horns and sirens, was
overwhelming.

33. Another Examples
1. Her "ephemeral" happiness, short-lived or fleeting,
disappeared as quickly as it had come.
2. The "fortuitous" discovery of the treasure map was
unexpected and lucky.
3. His "benevolent" actions, such as donating to charities and
helping the homeless, revealed his kind and charitable
nature.

34. EXAMPLE: In ancient times, some of our forefathers
believed in amulets, such as pearl of the crocodile,
pearl of the ax, bullet necklace, and bag of herbs to
protect them from harm.
EXAMPLE
Context clues are of different types
by:

35. Instructions: Choose the correct meaning of the
underlined word based on the antonym context clues
provided in the sentence.
1.Unlike her brave brother, Maria was always timid
around strangers.
A) Outgoing
B) Nervous
C) Quiet
D) Confident

36. 2. While the mountain trail was
treacherous, the valley path was safe and
easy to navigate.
A) Exciting
B) Dangerous
C) Beautiful
D) Scenic

37. 3.The room was not spacious like the
hotel lobby; it was rather cramped.
A) Small
B) Open
C) Bright
D) Neat

38. Part 2: Multiple Choice (Example Context
Clues)
Instructions: Choose the best meaning of the
underlined word based on the example
context clues in the sentence.

39. 1. The park was filled with various amphibians,
such as frogs, salamanders, and newts.
A) Mammals
B) Insects
C) Water-dwelling animals
D) Cold-blooded animals that live on land and
water

40. 2. Lisa enjoys exotic foods like sushi, dragon
fruit, and curry, which are different from what
she usually eats.
A) Spicy
B) Unfamiliar or unusual
C) Sweet
D) Cheap

41. 3.Many maritime jobs, such as fishing,
sailing, and ship building, are dependent on
the ocean.
A) Land-based
B) Ocean-related
C) Difficult
D) Weather-dependent

42. FORMAL THEME
Unlocking Meaning:
How Context Clues Help Us
Understand New Words

43. AFRICA
by: David Diop

44. ●A revolutionary African poet born in France.
● His parents are West African descent.
●His poems highlighted problems of Africa brought
about by colonialism and gave a message to
Africans to bring about change and freedom.
●He was known for his involvement in the
negritude movement in France, a movement
started by Black writers and artists protesting
against French colonialism and its effects of
David Mandessi Diop (1927-1960)

45. ACTIVITY
Draw a symbolism that represents the
life of African people, and answer the
following questions:

46. ACTIVITY
1. What reasons did you consider in
drawing your own symbolism of
African life?
2. If your were to live in one country
of Africa, what will you do to
evoke change in your country?