The document provides a series of pre-test questions and answers on news reports and speech structures, along with objectives for a lesson on gathering and analyzing information. It outlines the key components of news reports, including headlines, leads, bodies, and conclusions, as well as methods for effective speech delivery. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of factual information, diverse perspectives, and the skills necessary for writing and understanding both news reports and speeches.

1. Pre-Test
Instructions:
Choose the best answer for
each question.
Write the letter of your choice
on the provided answer sheet.

2. Pre-Test
1. Which part of a news report
contains the most important
information?
a) Headline c) Body
b) Lead Paragraph d) Tail

3. Pre-Test
2. What does the 'WHO' in the 5Ws
of news reporting refer to?
a) The location of the event
b) The person involved
c) The reason it happened
d) The time it occurred

4. Pre-Test
3. What type of speech is designed
to convince the audience to take
action?
a) Informative c) Entertainment
b) Demonstrative d) Persuasive

5. Pre-Test
4. Which type of speech provides a
step-by-step guide on how to do
something?
a) Persuasive c) Informative
b) Demonstrative d) Entertainment

6. Pre-Test
5) Which of the following is an
example of an informative speech
topic?
a) How to cook spaghetti
b) The importance of recycling
c) A funny story from school
d) Why you should vote

7. Pre-Test
6. In a panel discussion, which of the
following should be avoided?
a) Planning questions ahead of time
b) Keeping the panel small and focused
c) Ensuring everyone has a chance to
speak
d) Dominating the discussion with your
own views

8. Pre-Test
7. What is the main purpose of a news
headline?
a) To provide detailed information
b) To capture the reader’s attention
c) To conclude the article
d) To give background information

9. Pre-Test
8. Which speech purpose is most
likely used at a comedy show?
a) Persuasive
b) Informative
c) Entertainment
d) Demonstrative

10. Pre-Test
9.Which of the following best describes
the 'Body' of a news report?
a) It gives the headline
b) It contains the most important
information
c) It provides more details and
explanations
d) It concludes the story

11. Pre-Test
10. Which of the following questions should a
persuasive speech answer?
a) What is the speaker trying to convince the
audience to do?
b) What happened and when?
c) Who is involved and where did it take
place?
d) How can the information be verified?

12. Pre-Test
11) What type of speech aims to
teach the audience something?
a) Persuasive c) Entertainment
b) Demonstrative d) Informative

13. Pre-Test
12) What should a good panel discussion
member do?
a) Focus only on their own opinions
b) Dominate the conversation
c) Prepare to contribute thoughtfully
d) Ignore the moderator's questions

14. Pre-Test
13. Which of the following is NOT a
type of speech according to purpose?
a) Informative b) Demonstrative
c) Descriptive d) Entertainment

15. Pre-Test
14. What is the last part of a news
report called?
a) Headline b) Lead Paragraph
c) Body d) Tail

16. Pre-Test
15. Which speech type is most likely
used to present scientific data to an
audience?
a) Entertainment c) Informative
b) Persuasive d) Demonstrative

17. Pre-Test
16. Why is it important to plan questions
ahead of time for a panel discussion?
a) To control the discussion strictly
b) To help organize the flow of discussion
c) To make sure only one viewpoint is heard
d) To avoid any interaction with the audience

18. Pre-Test
17. What is the purpose of the lead paragraph
in a news report?
a) To provide background information
b) To introduce the story's title
c) To summarize the most important aspects
d) To give less important details

19. Pre-Test
18. Which speech type is primarily
used to share a funny story or
entertain the audience?
a) Informative c) Persuasive
b) Demonstrative d) Entertainment

20. Pre-Test
19. In news writing, which of the
following should be fair and
unbiased?
a) Headline c) Body
b) Lead Paragraph d) All parts of
the report

21. Pre-Test
20) What is a panel discussion?
a) A one-on-one interview
b) A meeting where only one person speaks
c) A discussion with multiple people sharing
views on a topic
d) A monologue presented to an audience

22. Answer for Pre-Test
Here is the answer key for the
20-item multiple-choice
diagnostic test:

23. Answer for Pre-Test
1. b) Lead Paragraph
2. b) The person involved
3. d) Persuasive
4. b) Demonstrative
5. b) The importance of recycling

24. Answer for Pre-Test
6. d) Dominating the discussion with your own
views
7. b) To capture the reader’s attention
8. c) Entertainment
9. c) It provides more details and explanations
10. a) What is the speaker trying to convince the
audience to do?

25. Answer for Pre-Test
11. d) Informative
12. c) Prepare to contribute
thoughtfully
13. c) Descriptive
14. d) Tail
15. c) Informative

26. Answer for Pre-Test
15. c) Informative
16. b) To help organize the flow of discussion
17. c) To summarize the most important aspects
18. d) Entertainment
19. d) All parts of the report
20. c) A discussion with multiple people sharing
views on a topic
TOPIC

27. z
INFORMATION FROM
VARIOUS SOURCES
ENGLISH 10
QUARTER 1
LESSON 1
PRE-TEST

28. OBJECTIVES
At the end of this lesson, you are expected to:
a. identify key details from news reports and
speeches;
b. value diverse perspectives in
communication; and
c. exhibit the importance of information
affecting our daily life functions and the
community.

29. Reading
What is…?
INFORMATION
Information are facts
provided or learned about
something or someone.
(Oxford Dictionary)
Listening Speaking
Writing

30. INFORMATION
Students like you can get
relevant information from
different sources, such as NEWS
REPORT, SPEECHES,
INFORMATIVE TALKS, & PANEL
DISCUSSIONS

31. METHODS OF
GATHERING
INFORMATION
• Listening
• Reading
• Interviews
Listen to
English podcasts
Using Audiobooks
News from legit
sources
• Questioning
• Questionnaires
• Observation
• Study of Existing Reports

32. NEWS
REPORT
News Reports are found in
newspaper, television, or radios
which aim to inform the readers of
what is happening in the world
around them

33. NEWS
REPORT
News Reports are found
in newspaper, television,
or radios which aim to
inform the readers of
what is happening in the
world around them

34. Understanding The Structure
Of A News Report:
Headline: Crafting a concise and
attention-grabbing headline.
Lead (Lede): Writing a strong
opening sentence or paragraph
that summarizes the most
important information (who,
what, when, where, why, and
how).
Body: Organizing the main
content of the report in a logical
order, typically starting with the
most important details and
following with less critical
information (inverted pyramid
structure).
Conclusion: Providing a closing
statement or additional details,
often with less critical
information or a quotation.

35. Here are some examples of headlines from Philippine news outlets:
1. Typhoon Egay batters Northern Luzon, thousands evacuated
- This type of headline reports on a natural disaster affecting a
specific region in the Philippines.
2. "PH economy grows by 7.6% in Q2, outpaces ASEAN peers"
- This headline discusses economic performance, comparing the
Philippines to neighboring countries.
3. "PBBM urges Filipinos to cooperate in fight against illegal drugs"
- A headline featuring a statement or call to action from the
President of the Philippines.

36. 4. "Senate approves P5.3-trillion 2024 national budget on final
reading"
- This headline reports on legislative activities, specifically the
approval of the national budget.
5. "Metro Manila traffic worsens as schools reopen for in-person
classes"
- A headline highlighting a social issue, such as traffic congestion
due to school reopening.
6. "Pinay gymnast captures gold in Asian Games, makes history"
- A sports-related headline celebrating a Filipino athlete's
achievement.

37. achievement.
7. "COMELEC releases official list of candidates for 2025 elections"
- This headline is about electoral preparations and upcoming
political events.
These headlines are concise and focus on delivering the main point
of the news story, typical of Philippine journalism.

38. Bregman, S. (2024,
August 3). Carlos Yulo
delivers clutch
routine for historic
floor exercise gold
medal. Olympics.
https://olympics.com/
en/news/carlos-yulo-
delivers-clutch-
routine-for-historic-
floor-exercise-gold-
medal

42. FACTS
Facts are statements that can
be proven true or false based
on evidence or observation.
They are objective and
verifiable.

43. OPINIONS
Opinions are statements that
reflect personal beliefs, feelings,
or thoughts, and cannot be
proven true or false. They are
subjective and based on
individual perspectives.

44. Example:
Fact: Carlos Yulo won a gold
medal in the floor exercise at the
2024 Paris Olympics.
Opinion: Carlos Yulo is the most
talented gymnast in the world.

45. Explanation:
The fact can be verified by
checking official Olympic
records, while the opinion is a
personal judgment that others
may or may not agree with.

46. DEVELOPING NEWS
GATHERING SKILLS:
- Learning how to research and
gather credible information
from various sources (e.g.,
interviews, press releases,
official documents).
- Verifying the accuracy and
reliability of sources.

47. WRITING WITH CLARITY AND
PRECISION
- Using clear, concise
language that is free
from jargon.
- Ensuring that the writing
is easily understandable
by the general public.

48. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
Creating a news report involves several key steps:
1. Choose a Newsworthy Topic
- Identify a recent event or issue that is relevant and
interesting to your audience.
2. Research and Gather Information
- Collect facts, quotes, statistics, and any relevant
details from reliable sources.

49. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
details from reliable sources.
3. Structure Your Report
1. Headline
• What: A brief, attention-grabbing title that
summarizes the main point of the report.
2. Byline
• Who: The name of the author or journalist who wrote
the article.

50. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
3. Lead (or Lede)
• What: The opening sentence or paragraph that
summarizes the most important information of the
news story. It should answer the basic questions:
Who? What? Where? When? Why? and How?

51. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
4. Body
• Details: This is where the story is fleshed out with
more details and background information. The body
should be organized in descending order of
importance (the inverted pyramid structure).
Supporting Information: This includes quotes from
witnesses, experts, or involved parties; additional
facts, statistics, and context.

52. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
5. Quotes
• Who: Direct statements from people involved in or
knowledgeable about the event. Quotes provide a
human perspective and add credibility.
6. Attribution
• Who: The source of any information or quotes. It's
important to credit where information comes from to
maintain transparency and trustworthiness.

53. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
maintain transparency and trustworthiness.
7. Context
• Why: Explanation of why the event or information is
important, providing background to help readers
understand the significance of the report.
8. Conclusion
• What: Often a wrap-up of the story, sometimes
including what might happen next or the current
status of the situation.

54. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
9. Photos or Images (if applicable)Visuals: Images
related to the news event that can help illustrate the
story or provide additional context.
10. Caption
• What: A brief description accompanying a photo,
explaining what the image shows.

55. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
11. Date and Time
• When: When the event happened and when the
report was published. This is important for the
timeliness of the news.
12. Location
• Where: Where the event took place. This helps readers
understand the geographic context of the news.

56. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
4. Use Clear and Objective Language
- Stick to the facts and avoid inserting personal opinions.
5. Edit and Revise
- Review your report for clarity, accuracy, and
conciseness.
Example Outline:

57. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
Example Outline:
- Headline: Typhoon Egay Strikes Northern Luzon,
Thousands Evacuated
- Lead: Typhoon Egay made landfall in Northern Luzon
early Monday morning, prompting the evacuation of
over 10,000 residents.
- Body: The storm, classified as a Category 4 typhoon,
brought winds of up to 180 kph and heavy rainfall,

58. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
- Body: The storm, classified as a Category 4 typhoon,
brought winds of up to 180 kph and heavy rainfall,
leading to widespread flooding and power outages.
Local authorities have set up evacuation centers...
- Conclusion: With more storms predicted to hit the
region this season, authorities are urging residents to
stay prepared.
This outline helps ensure that the news report is

59. HOW TO CREATE NEWS
REPORT
This outline helps ensure that the news report is
informative, clear, and well-organized.

60. DO YOU HAVE
ANY
QUESTIONS?

61. ALL ANSWER SHOULD BE IN SENTENCE
FORM. (Learn to construct a sentence)
1. Define News Report?
2. What are the key details of news report?
3. Give the characteristics of a Headline.
4. Why is factual information important in
writing news report?
QUIZ: Short Essay: ½ CW

62. Research a recent event and write a complete news
report, including a headline, head, body, and
conclusion. (1 whole, clean paper or yellow paper)
• Write your news report on a long sheet of paper.
(Printed or Handwritten will both be accepted)
• Do not copy from the internet
• If photos are included, provide proper citation.
• AI-generated answers shall be recognized.
ASSIGNMENT: Deadline - WEDNESDAY

63. SPEECH
A speech is a formal address
or discourse delivered to an
audience. It is a way of
communicating ideas,
opinions, or information
orally.

64. SPEECH
Speeches are often
structured and follow a
specific format to
effectively convey the
speaker’s message.

65. Components of a Speech
Introduction: This is where the
speaker grabs the audience's
attention, introduces the
topic, and provides a preview
of what will be discussed.
Body: The main part of the
speech, where the speaker
elaborates on key points,
provides evidence, and
develops the argument or
narrative.
Conclusion: The closing part,
where the speaker
summarizes the main points
and leaves the audience with
a lasting impression or a call
to action.

66. Key Details of Speeches
Thesis Statement: The
central idea or message of
the speech.
Supporting Details:
Evidence, examples, and
explanations that back up
the thesis.
Transition: Words or phrases
that help the speech flow
smoothly from one point to
the next.
Rhetorical Devices:
Techniques like metaphors,
repetition, and rhetorical
questions used to enhance
the speech and make it more
impactful.

67. Examples of Thesis Statement
Informative Speech: "Today, I
will explain the importance of
renewable energy and how it
can help combat climate
change.”
Persuasive Speech: "We must
adopt a plant-based diet not
only for our health but also to
protect the environment and
reduce animal suffering."
Entertaining Speech: "The
quirks and challenges of
growing up in a large family
have taught me valuable life
lessons that I’ll share with you
today.”
Inspirational Speech: "No
matter how many times life
knocks you down, resilience
and perseverance are the keys
to achieving your dreams."

68. Types of Speech
Informative: To provide
information and educate
the audience on a particular
topic.
Persuasive: To convince the
audience to adopt a
particular viewpoint or take
a specific action.
Entertaining: To amuse and
engage the audience, often
using humor or storytelling.
Inspirational: To motivate
and inspire the audience,
often through sharing
personal experiences or
powerful messages.

69. THANK
YOU!