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Lesson 3
Day
1
Review
Directions: Identify the following descriptions based from the
previous discussions. Select your answer from the pool of
words below.
Protagonist Character transformation
Exposition Characterization
Character development
1. It reveals the characters' thoughts,
emotions, and actions, adding depth and
complexity. This makes the characters more
relatable and interesting for the audience.
1 Character development
2. It refers to how a character changes throughout a story. It
includes their
growth, development, and changes in personality, beliefs, and
behavior.
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2. Character transformation, character development
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3. It refers to the central character who drives the story forward
and goes through significant changes.
3. Protagonist
4. This is how writers reveal details about their characters.
4. Characterization
5. This part of the story establishes the foundation for what
follows and gives readers the essential details they need to
grasp the plot.
5. Exposition
Activity 1
Directions: Divide the class into groups. Each group is given a
word one set of vocabulary word. The learners will be given 10
minutes to finish the task. Share the word connection to the
whole class.
Unlocking Content Vocabulary: Vocabulary Organizer:
Word Connections
Unlocking Content Vocabulary: Vocabulary Organizer: Word
Connections
culture
society
societal expectations
gender equality
How do societal events, political changes, economic
shifts, or cultural developments influence a piece of
writing?
Sub-Topic 1: Sociocultural Context
Directions: Engage with the music video of the
song "Equality for you and me," a production by
ITUC-Asia Pacific and Meggy Katigbak. The song
was written by Joy Hernandez and Meggy
Katigbak, and composed by Tommy Katigbak
Day 2
Activity 2
Day 2
Discussion Questions:
1. Summarize the main message of the song in your own
words.
2. Discuss the possible motivations that led the songwriter to
explore the theme of women's rights in the song.
3. Relate the song to the critical question: How can external
factors such as societal shifts, political movements, economic
transformations, or cultural advancements impact the
creation of a written work?
Analyzing a text using the sociocultural context
helps understand the social, economic, political, and
cultural forces affecting the literary work.
Discussion
Example: