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English
Quarter 2 – Module 4
Comparing and Contrasting Own
Opinions
English – Grade 8
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 2 – Module 4: Comparing and Contrasting Own Opinions
First Edition, 2020

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English
Quarter 2 – Module 4
Comparing and Contrasting
Own Opinions
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the English 8 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Comparing and
Contrasting Own Opinions.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by public educators to
assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to
12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent learning
activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners acquire the
needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.
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Welcome to the English 8 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Comparing and
Contrasting Own Opinions.

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 This part includes an activity that aims to check
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Additional Activities
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to enrich your knowledge or skill of the lesson
learned. This also tends retention of learned
concepts.

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module.
The following are some reminders in using this module:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the module.
Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities included
in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
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5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
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We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it.

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 What I Need to Know

If you were in a situation that you have to discern on what you should do, how are you going
to process it? For example, you saw your favorite pair of rubber shoes or clothes already
available in the store. The problem was, it was expensive and you didn’t have enough money
to buy. What should you do? Would you rather save to buy your favorite items, or buy those
which were not your favorite but were cheaper that you could spend your money?

In life, one of the lessons to learn is comparing and contrasting. It is an important skill for you
to learn when going through decision-making. In learning the language, it is a valuable part to
improve your skills in comprehending and writing. Comparing is about looking into the
similarities of two or more concepts or ideas, while contrasting is looking into the differences
of two or more concepts or ideas. This is useful in communicating when making a point or
stand.

In addition, comparing and contrasting tasks help improve your comprehension and develop
your higher order thinking skills. Through these, you will compare and contrast own opinions
with given texts.

The Most Essential Learning Competency (MELC) covered in this module is compare and
contrast own opinions with those presented in familiar texts.

Objectives:

Specifically, you are to:

• Identify statements that show comparison and contrast;
• Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of Asian cultures;
• Express opinions by showing comparison and contrast supported by evidences
from given texts; and
• Appreciate Asian cultures and values through writing.

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 What I Know

This part of the module will test your prior knowledge of the lessons you are about to learn.
Take note of any incorrect answer/s. If you get all the answers correctly (100%), you may
decide to skip this module.

Directions: Read the following questions carefully and choose the correct letter of your choice.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. What is the appropriate transition signal for comparing in the sentence below?
Zeng thought his cat might be killed ________ what happened to his chickens.
A. different to C. similar to
B. in contrast to D. opposite to

2. Which transition signal for comparing should be used to complete the sentence below?
There are traditions and beliefs of Thais which are ________ the Filipinos.
A. different to C. opposite to
B. in contrast to D. the same with

3. What is the appropriate transition signal for contrasting should be used in the sentence
below? This ceremony has been performed by the peasants since time immemorial,
__________, nothing happened.
A. however C. similar to
B. compared to D. the same with

4. What do you call the text that contains facts about people, places, things, or events?
A. Argumentative C. Narrative
B. Expository D. Report

5. In comparing cultures of Asian countries like Thailand and Philippines, which graphic
organizer is most appropriate to use for comparing?
A. Schematic Diagram C. Timeline
B. Organizational Chart D. Venn Diagram

6. In comparing, what part in the Venn Diagram is filled in when putting similarities
between two things or ideas?
A. All parts of the circle C. Subset
B. Intersection/Middle part D. Universal set

7. Listed below are parts of the culture which are being compared between Asian
countries like Thailand and the Philippines except___________.
A. religion and practices C. traditions and beliefs
B. pop culture and entertainment D. science and technology

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8. Why do we need to compare and contrast our culture to other countries?
A. To simply compare and contrast C. To love our culture
B. To appreciate diversity of cultures D. To know their culture

9. Celebrating festivities and respecting elders are common traditional practices of both
Thais and Filipinos. What ideas are expressed in the sentence?
A. appeals C. differences
B. arguments D. similarities

10. Before expressing your opinion based from a text that is comparing and contrasting,
what should be done first?
A. Identify the author C. identify the signals used
B. Identify how it is written D. identify similarities and differences

11. What is the process of looking into one thing or person as alike to establish
similarities?
A. Comparing C. Defining
B. Contrasting D. Persuading

12. Choose the best answer to the question. We need to compare and contrast persons,
things, and ideas in order to…
A. draw out information from a text C. picture out similarities
B. give an opinion of certain issue D. make a Venn Diagram

13. Both Rajah Sulayman and Jose Rizal fought for freedom and independence. What idea
is expressed by the underlined word?
A. argument C. contrast
B. comparison D. opinion

14. In order for the writer to write his or her opinion based from any topic or issue, the
opinion should be based from __________.
A. Evidence C. Numbers
B. Hearsay D. Texts

15. In stating an opinion stating comparison or contrast, what should we do first?

A. Analyze only one picture being shown
B. Make sure that there is an evidence as basis.
C. Draw a diagram showing similarities and differences.
D. Analyze a diagram showing similarities and differences.

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 Module
Comparing and Contrasting
4 Own Opinions

What’s In
You have already learned about multimodal texts in the previous module. Before you start with
the new lesson, try to recall the important concepts on the use of multimodal texts. Now, you
review and do the following activities.

Activity 1

Look at the brochure and infographic below.

• What country is described in both multimodal texts?

• What differences are shown in the multimodal texts in promoting Malaysia?
• How is the idea presented in both multimodal texts?

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Fill in the concept map with your descriptions of the similarities and differences of each
multimodal text presented in the previous page. Draw on a separate sheet of paper the
concept map below for your answer.

Brochure Infographics

Differences Similarities Differences

What’s New

You have just learned the use of multimodal texts in comparing and contrasting from the
previous lesson. This time, you will be learning more on how to compare and contrast using
appropriate transition signals.

Go over and read closely the story titled “My Thai Cat”. Take note of the culture, beliefs, and
practices of the Thais in the story summary presented in the flowchart.

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 My Thai Cat
By Pratoomratha Zeng

A Siamese cat was given by a friend of Zeng’s father. Zeng named the cat, Sii Sward.

Zeng recalled the time when his cat was elected by the villagers as the Rain Queen
because of what the cat did during the drought in 1925.

There was a time when the villagers were so desperate for rain. So, they performed
the old Brahmo-Buddhist rain ceremony called the Nang Maaw, the queen of the cats.
This ceremony had been performed by the peasants since time immemorial. However,
nothing happened.

One day, an old lady visited Zeng’s father to ask Sii Sward’s help for rain. At first, Zeng
was hesitant because he thought that Sii Sward might be killed for an offering. As a
tradition, to refuse the will or command of the father was a grave sin. Fortunately, his
father understood Zeng’s feeling. So, he did not let the Siamese cat die for an offering.

Nevertheless, they continued the ceremony. Sii Sward was put inside the cage and
was applied with perfume. The cat misbehaved but was later calmed down when Zeng
approached it. During the ceremony, the cat fell asleep. The villagers offered their chant
until the Siamese cat fell asleep for three days. Then days went by, rain fell. Since then,
Sii Sward was elected as the Rain Queen of their village.

Shaping Interpretation

• What is the story all about?

• With the worship of the Thais to Nang Maaw, how did Sii Sward become instrumental
in praying for rain?
• Do we have the same practice here in the Philippines?
• How do we Filipinos and Thais regard cats?
• In what ways are Filipinos similar or different from the Thais in terms of praying or
worshipping?

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 What is It
In the previous part of the module, you have observed that the concept map is used in the
previous activity in order to identify and present what are the similarities and differences of
different multimodal texts. To do that, comparing and contrasting is necessary to understand
the similarities and differences. The questions are: (1) what is comparing and contrasting?;
(2) why do we need to compare and contrast?; and (3) how do we make an opinion from the
similarities and differences between things or ideas as guided by evidences?

This part of the module will help you better understand why and how to compare and contrast
through its discussion.

What is comparing and contrasting?

• Comparing is showing the similarities of two things or ideas with the use of appropriate
transition signals.
• Contrasting is showing the differences between two things or ideas with the use of
appropriate transition signals.

Why do we need to compare and contrast things and ideas?

• We need to compare and contrast to point out similarities and differences of ideas
especially in taking a stand or in giving opinion on certain topics or issues presented
in given texts.
• There are many ways to note and present similarities and differences of any expository
texts by using non-linear texts such as graphic organizers. The most commonly used
graphic organizer is the Venn Diagram. From there, you can write linear texts such as
paragraphs in order to communicate similarities and differences, and then your
opinion.
• The story of The Thai Cat is an example of an expository text because it presents
factual information based on history of a certain place where you can make your
opinion based from your observation or reading. In short, it is an evidence that reflects
the Thai culture.

Read and analyze the opinions about the story titled “The Thai Cat”. Notice the similarities and
differences of the beliefs and traditions between Thailand and Philippines.

a. In Thais’ tradition, to refuse the will or command of the father is a grave sin. In like
manner, Filipinos believe that disobeying and disrespecting parents are great sins.
b. Thais pray when they ask for something, the same with the Filipinos.
c. Thais offer cats as instruments to ask for rain, however, Filipinos do not.
d. Thai Buddhists worship Buddha while most Filipino Christians worship Jesus Christ.

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How did you find the opinions above?
Which of the opinions expressed comparison? How about contrast?
Now, consider these:
• Statements A and B show comparison.
• Statement A compares two similar ideas: Thais and Filipinos’ traditions on showing
respect to elders.
• Statement B compares two similar ideas: Thais pray, Filipinos also pray.

Note the word signals used in comparing statements A and B.

We must remember that in comparing, aside from using in like manner and the same with, we
can also make use of also, in a like manner, in a similar way, in the same manner, likewise,
and similarly.
How about in statements C and D?

• Statements C and D show contrast.

• Statement C shows two contrasting ideas: Thais offer cats to ask for something while
Filipinos do not.
• Statement D shows two contrasting ideas: Thai Buddhists worship Buddha, while most
of the Filipino Christians worship Jesus Christ.

We must remember that in contrasting, aside from using however and while, we can also use
other signals such as even though, but, however, in contrast, nevertheless, otherwise, yet,
though, instead, and on the other hand.

How do we make an opinion from the similarities and differences between things or
ideas as guided by evidences?
It was discussed that the story titled ‘My Thai Cat’ is an example of an expository text. It is
considered as an evidence to show the culture of Thais. Since it presents facts, it can be used
as an evidence to make your opinion based from what you have learned about their beliefs
and traditions and compare it to our culture as Filipinos.

Below is an example of an opinion taken from the expository text presented through
comparison and contrast.

The way I see the traditions and practices of Thailand and Philippines, I believe
that the Thais’ manner of obeying the will or command of parents is of importance to
them. In like manner, we Filipinos show great respect to elders. When Thais pray for
rain, they offer cats. In contrary, Filipinos do not. Thai Buddhists worship Buddha while
most of the Filipino Christians worship Jesus Christ. On that note, I have no doubt that
Thai culture is unique on its own just like ours.

The above paragraph is an example of an opinion expressed using comparison and contrast.
Therefore, an opinion refers to a view or judgment formed in the mind about a particular topic
or issue.
To sum it up, in order for you to compare and contrast your own opinion based on a given
familiar text: first, you must identify the similarities and differences; second, take note of the
similarities and differences with the transition signals used in comparing and contrasting; and
third, compare and contrast your opinion based from evidences gathered or presented.

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 What’s More

Now that you have learned about comparing, contrasting, and writing your own opinions
through the use of transition signals, it is time to find out whether or not you have understood
the lesson. The activities that follow will help you assess your understanding of the topic.

Activity 1: Appreciate Diversity

The Venn Diagram below presents the similarities and differences of traditional practices
between Thais and Filipinos.

Directions: You are going to read and analyze the similarities and differences of traditional
practices shared by Thais and Filipinos in the Venn Diagram.

Thais Filipinos

Filipinos pray
Thais worship for rain without
cats to ask for any offering.
rain.
Thais, in like manner
with Filipinos,
believe in the power
Most Filipino
of prayer.
Thai Buddhists Christians
celebrate only celebrate
New Year. Christmas and
Both Thais and New Year.
Filipinos value
respect to elders.
Most Filipino
Thais worship
Christians
Buddha.
worship
Jesus Christ.

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Assessment 1: Comparing Thy Neighbor

Directions: Write COMPARE if the statement expresses comparison, and CONTRAST if the
statement expresses the opposite. Use the underlined transition signals as your clues. Write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Thais offer cats to ask for rain; on the other hand, Filipinos do not.
2. Filipinos worship God, while Thais worship Buddha.
3. Thais have deep religious faith similar to the Filipinos.
4. Compared to the Thais, Filipinos believe in the power of prayer.
5. Thai Buddhists’ belief in reincarnation, is in contrast with that of the Filipino Christians.

Activity 2: Connecting to Asia

Below are the traditions and practices of Thais and Filipinos.
Directions: Read closely and find out the similarities and differences.

Traditions/Practices of Thais Traditions/Practices of Filipinos

Thais offer cats in praying for rain. Filipinos pray for rain without any
offering.
Thais worship Buddha.
Most Filipinos worship Jesus Christ.
Thais believe that obeying their parents
is important. Filipinos believe that obeying their
parents is an important value.
Thai Buddhists use candles when
praying. Most Filipino Christians use candles not
only when praying but also in some other
Thais celebrate New Year in more than celebrations.
two days.
Most Filipinos celebrate New Year not
longer than two days.

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Assessment 2: Tie Up

You have studied Activity 1 on comparing and contrasting traditional practices of Thais
and Filipinos.

Directions: Compare and contrast the statements in Activity 2 by writing three sentences
expressing comparison, and another three sentences expressing contrast. Use appropriate
transition signals found in the box below. Write your sentences on the chart below. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

in a like manner in a similar way in the same manner likewise also

otherwise on the other hand however instead in contrast

COMPARING
1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________

CONTRASTING
COMPAARISON
1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________

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Activity 3: Hero, Heroic, Heroism
Directions: Read the given text below that talks about two heroes. Observe the statements
that show comparison and contrast.

Our Heroes from Different Times

Rajah Sulayman and Jose Rizal were brave Filipinos who lived from different times, but died
as heroes of the same cause.

Both Sulayman and Rizal fought against the Spaniards’ oppression, and died in their hands.
Sulayman fought through his sword while Rizal fought through his pen.

These two noble Filipinos battled for freedom. Their actions awakened our consciousness as
Filipinos, and the importance of celebrating independence.

But what made them heroes? They are heroes because of their will and their courage of putting
others first above their own. These paved the way to heroism which inspired Filipinos of today,
most especially in this time of pandemic that heroes emerged. Despite the fear of
uncertainties, our frontliners such as our health workers who are working to give supportive
medical treatments to people both COVID and non-COVID related cases; and the people who
go out despite of the community quarantine and the ‘stay at home’ principle, to give help and
support for the poor people affected by community quarantine.

In the end, being a hero is not dying; rather, it is living for something. It is putting others first
above our own.

Shaping Interpretation
1. Who did Rajah Sulayman and Jose Rizal fight against? What did they fight for?
2. If you were to decide, are the two heroes worth emulating? Why or why not?
3. What does being heroic mean? Reflect the example shown in the text such as the health
workers. In this time of pandemic, why are they considered as heroes of today?

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Assessment 3: Being Heroic
In your own experience, can you identify a person whom you consider as a hero? You are
going to state your own opinions as to why you consider the person as such.
Directions: Based from what you have learned about heroism in Activity 3, write your own
opinion/s stating what makes the person/s hero/es by comparing or contrasting their traits from
the heroes mentioned in the text. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

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 What I Have Learned
Now that you have learned how to compare and contrast your own opinions based from the
given texts, you are going to refresh your learnings.

Directions: Fill in the blanks with what you have learned from the lesson.

1. In _________, I learned to use transition signals like also, in a like manner, in a similar
way, in the same manner, likewise, and similarly.

2. In _________, I learned to use transition signals like even though, but, however, in
contrast, nevertheless, otherwise, yet, though, instead, and on the other hand.

3. I learned that in comparing, it presents two _________ things or ideas.

4. I learned that in contrasting, it presents two ___________ things or ideas.

5. ________ refers to a view or judgment formed in the mind about a particular topic or
issue.

6. We need to compare and contrast

to____________________________________________________________.

7. I realized that in order to compare and contrast own opinions based from a given
familiar text I must do the following:

First,____________________________________________________________;
Second, ________________________________________________________; and
Third,__________________________________________________________.

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 What I Can Do

Now that you have gained insights from the lesson that is to compare and contrast with the
use of transition signals, this time, you are going to apply what you have learned in real-life
situation.

Directions: Compare and contrast the conditions of two neighboring countries: Singapore and
Vietnam in facing the COVID-19 pandemic. Draw opinion/s based from the latest situations of
the two countries. Use the process questions as your guide in formulating your opinion/s which
are found after the reading text. Write your opinion/s on a separate sheet of paper.

In this time of pandemic, while scientists are still looking for the cure and prevention,
governments of countries around the world are focused on the main goal on how
to mitigate or to reduce the number of COVID-19 cases and to prevent the
transmission of the virus. In this situation that we do not have a grasp or total
understanding of the virus, we did not expect that first-world countries suffered
many casualties and victims as reported by the World Health Organization.
Looking into Southeast Asia, Singapore being a progressive country has more
COVID-19 cases which is approximately 40,000 compared to Vietnam which has
more than 300 cases as of June, 2020. So how did these countries address the
pandemic, and what went wrong with the implementation in Singapore, knowing
that it is more progressive than Vietnam?
Both countries implement early travel ban to and from China, and urged their
citizens to cooperate in maintaining their health.
However, according to the study, the majority of positive cases in Singapore came
from the migrant workers due to their living conditions such as cramped
accommodations and substandard foods in which strict observance of ‘social
distancing’ and ‘stay-at-home’ policy were being compromised (Misha Kitchell,
2020).
Vietnam on the other hand, according to the reports has more strict imposition and
better empowering propaganda in implementing community quarantines and social
distancing to all people residing in this country.

Shaping Interpretation
• What countries are being compared in the text?
• Why does Singapore have many positive cases of COVID-19 compared to
Vietnam?
• Looking into our country’s situation, how did our government address to mitigate
or prevent the transmission of the disease? What can we do in order to prevent the
further spread of the virus?

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 Assessment
Now that you have learned and understood the lesson on comparing and contrasting own
opinions based on a familiar text, this part will assess you on what you have understood from
the lesson.

Directions: Read the following questions carefully and choose the correct letter of your choice.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Why do we need to compare and contrast our culture to other countries?

A. To simply compare and contrast C. To love our culture
B. To appreciate diversity of cultures D. To know their culture

2. In stating an opinion stating comparison or contrast, what should we do first?

A. Analyze only one picture being shown
B. Make sure that there is an evidence as basis.
C. Draw a diagram showing similarities and differences.
D. Analyze a diagram showing similarities and differences.

3. In comparing, what part in the Venn Diagram is filled in when putting similarities
between two things or ideas?
A. All parts of the circle C. Subset
B. Intersection/Middle part D. Universal set

4. Listed below are parts of the culture which are being compared between Asian
countries like Thailand and the Philippines except___________.
A. religion and practices C. traditions and beliefs
B. pop culture and entertainment D. science and technology

5. What is the process of looking into one thing or person as alike to establish similarities?
A. Comparing C. Defining
B. Contrasting D. Persuading

6. What do you call the text that contains facts about people, places, things, or events?
A. Argumentative C. Narrative
B. Expository D. Report

7. Before expressing your opinion based from a text that is comparing and contrasting,
what should be done first?
A. Identify the author C. identify the signals used
B. Identify how it is written D. identify similarities and differences

8. What is the process of looking into one thing or person as alike to establish similarities?
A. Comparing C. Defining
B. Contrasting D. Persuading

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 9. Both Rajah Sulayman and Jose Rizal fought for freedom and independence. What idea
is expressed by the underlined word?
A. argument C. contrast
B. comparison D. opinion

10. What is the appropriate transition signal for comparing in the sentence below?
Zeng thought his cat might be killed ________ what happened to his chickens.
A. different to C. similar to
B. in contrast to D. opposite to

11. Which transition signal for comparing should be used to complete the sentence below?
There are traditions and beliefs of Thais which are ________ the Filipinos.
A. different to C. opposite to
B. in contrast to D. the same with

12. In comparing cultures of Asian countries like Thailand and Philippines, which graphic
organizer is most appropriate to use for comparing?
A. Schematic Diagram C. Timeline
B. Organizational Chart D. Venn Diagram

13. What do you call the text that contains facts about people, places, things, or events?
A. Argumentative C. Narrative
B. Expository D. Report

14. What is the appropriate transition signal for contrasting should be used in the sentence
below? This ceremony has been performed by the peasants since time immemorial,
__________, nothing happened.
A. however C. similar to
B. compared to D. the same with

15. Choose the best answer to the question. We need to compare and contrast persons,
things, and ideas in order to…
A. draw out information from a text C. picture out similarities
B. give an opinion of certain issue D. make a Venn Diagram

Additional Activities

Now that you have gained better understanding on comparing and contrasting your own
opinions based from any given texts, this part of the module will help you enrich your
knowledge bank.

Directions: Compare and contrast how Cambodia and Myanmar preserve their respective
cultures. Write your opinion/s consisting of an introduction, body, and conclusion, similar with
the text presented below. You will be rated according to the given rubrics after the article that
will serve as your guide in writing and assessing your work.

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 Cambodia and Myanmar both have rich cultures. However, due to globalization, it
is a challenge on how each of their cultures should be preserved.

In Cambodia, after the Khmer Rouge, restoring and preserving the culture of
Cambodians is a challenge. The way to bring the people back to their cultural roots is
to revive the Cambodian arts, including their literature, music, and performing arts.
Also, the state has established monuments and founded schools to educate the
Cambodians on the field of arts.

Myanmar, also did the same in preserving their culture. However, the big challenge
is preserving their cultural heritage. This is due to the fast urbanization of Myanmar.
This is why Myanmar government adapted the Intangible Cultural Heritage
Convention of 2003 which is coming from the United Nations Educational, Scientific,
and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to preserve their cultural heritage such as
monuments and cultural sites. Countries all over the world, including Philippines, have
different ways in keeping their cultures alive. Culture serves as our identity as a nation.

Therefore, it is of great importance that governments should give priority in

preserving one’s culture because it serves as an identity and the soul of a nation.

• What is culture based on the given text? Why is culture considered as the soul of every
nation?
• In the Philippines, can you name of museums and local heritage sites that represent
the culture of our country?
• As Filipinos, how should we preserve our culture like our Asian neighboring countries?

Highly
Proficient Applying Developing Experimenting
Elements Proficient Score
8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
10-9
OPINION The The The The opinion The opinion is not
(Am I opinion opinion is opinion is is somewhat clear and not
making a stated is stated and stated and clear and not supported with
clear stand clear and well- supported supported evidences.
on my well- supported with with
opinion?) supported with evidence. evidences.
with evidence.
evidence.
ORGANIZ The The The The All parts are not
ED introduction introduction introduction introduction clear,
(Are my is inviting. is inviting. is is established disorganized, and
sentences The body is The body is understand but it lacks incoherent.
or thoughts well structured able. clarity.
organized? structured according
) in presenting The body is In the body,
presenting comparison structured comparing
comparison and and and
and contrast. understand contrasting is
contrast. The able. not organized
The conclusion and
conclusion is The incoherent.
is satisfying satisfying. conclusion

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with the understand clear but
introduction able. hanging.
.
WORD The words Words Lacking of Lacking of Lacking of words
CHOICE being used used are words that words to be and did not use
(Do I use are appropriate should be used to make transition signals
the correct appropriate that can be used to the to achieve
words in that gives understood give clarity paragraph coherence.
my clarity to . There is to the clear,
sentences? the coherence message. The writer
) message in writing Also, the does not use
and shows through writer uses the
coherence transition appropriate appropriate
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transition signals. signals.
signals in
comparing
and
contrasting.
CONVENTI All the 1-3 words 4-6 words Almost all All words are
ONS words are are are words are incorrectly spelled.
(Do I correctly incorrectly incorrectly incorrectly Inaccurate
follow the spelled. spelled. spelled. spelled. punctuations and
mechanica Accurate Accurate Accurate Inaccurate capitalizations.
l punctuation punctuation punctuation punctuations Does not observe
conventio s and s and s and and correct grammar
ns of capitalizati capitalizati capitalizati capitalization usage.
writing my ons. ons. ons. s.
opinions) Grammar Grammar Grammar Grammar
and usage usage add usage add usage is
add clarity. clarity. clarity. somewhat
clear.
TOTAL

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Development System https://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/

Zeng, Pratoomratha. 2009. "The Thai Cat." In Basic Education Assistance for Mindanao, by
Department of Education, 24-26. Pasig City: Department of Education.

Agoncillo, Teodoro. 2018. "DepEd Learning Resource Portal." DepEd Learning Resource
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https://lrmds.deped.gov.ph/.

Zeng, Pratoomratha. 2009. "The Thai Cat." In Basic Education Assistance for Mindanao, by
Department of Education, 24-26. Pasig City: Department of Education.

DepEd. 2013. "Voyages in Communication." In English 8, by DepEd, 234. Pasig City:

Department of Education.

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