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Activity Sheet for English 8

Quarter 3 – MELC 4- Week 4
Analyzing Literature as a Mirror to
a Shared Heritage of People with
Diverse Backgrounds

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

English 8
Activity Sheet No. 4
First Edition, 2020

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INTRODUCTORY MESSAGE

Welcome to English 8!

The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

Schools Division of Capiz and DepEd Regional Office VI - Western Visayas
through the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD). This is
developed to guide the learning facilitators (teachers, parents, and responsible
adults) in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Basic
Education Curriculum.

The Learning Activity Sheet is self-directed instructional materials aimed

to guide the learners in accomplishing activities at their own pace and time using
the contextualized resources in the community. This will also assist the learners
in acquiring the lifelong learning skills, knowledge and attitudes for productivity
and employment.

For learning facilitator:

The English 8 Activity Sheet will help you facilitate the teaching-learning
activities specified in each Most Essential Learning Competency (MELC) with
minimal or no face-to-face encounter between you and learner. This will be made
available to the learners with the references/links to ease the independent learning.

For the learner:

The English 8 Activity Sheet is developed to help you continue learning

even if you are not in school. This learning material provides you with meaningful
and engaging activities for independent learning. Being an active learner, carefully
read and understand the instructions then perform the activities and answer the
assessments. This will be returned to your facilitator on the agreed schedule.

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LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS (LAS) NO. 4 IN ENGLISH 8

Analyzing Literature as a Mirror to a Shared Heritage

of People with Diverse Backgrounds

Name: ________________________ Grade and Section: ________ Date: ________

I. Learning Competency

Analyze literature as a mirror to a shared heritage of people with diverse

Backgrounds

II. Background Information for Learners

Literature, according to Elakanta cited by Pacifico (2015) is the foundation
of life. It is not just mere words printed in the pages of the books, but these are
precious written works where people tend to see the reflection of their life or see
and understand the great experiences in life of others.

In this lesson, you will find out through literature how we are connected
to other people even when we have diverse backgrounds. We will see how
literature reflects our shared heritage when it comes to culture, traditions,
beliefs, religions, music, arts, and even cuisine.

III. References

English 8 Teaching Guide, pp. 368-372

https://www.google.com/search?q=korean+i+love+you&tbm=isch&ved=2ahUKEwiVvL
jfi9nuAhuAaYKHWjDwwQ2 written by Felix Im

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III. Activities

Activity 1. Picture Analysis

Direction: Look at the following pictures then answer the questions below.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. DO NOT WRITE ANYTHING
ON THE ACTIVITY SHEET.

1.What country is presented in the illustrations?

2. What can you say about the culture, beliefs, traditions of the people
presented in the pictures? Give a short description and list it on the table
below:

Clothing House Language

Ex. They have traditional
clothing too.

3. Do you think we have similarities in terms of culture, beliefs, and

traditions? In what way?

Activity 2. Literature Analysis

Direction: Read the following story from Korea and as you read observe what
you can learn about the culture, tradition, beliefs, and attitudes of the Koreans
and try to compare and contrast it to the Filipino practices.

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The Tale of Ch’unhyang

Written by: Felix Im

There once was a gisaeng, or female musician/entertainer, named

Wolmae, who lived in Namwon, Jeollabuk-do. The gisaeng class, although
usually refined and cultured, were viewed with contempt by the noble and
upper classes. Wolmae, eager to escape her low status, worked her way into the
heart of a civil minister, who eventually took her as his second wife. Wolmae
then gave birth to a daughter whom she named Chunhyang, meaning “scent of
spring.”

Some 16 years later, Yi Mong-ryong, the son of the district magistrate, was
out for a walk, taking in the spring beauty, when he spotted a girl on a swing.
She was the loveliest sight he’d ever beheld. Desperate to meet the lovely
woman, Mong-ryong sent his servant to arrange a meeting with her. Although
reluctant at first, Chunhyang agreed to meet her suitor at Gwanghallu Pavilion,
a popular leisure spot.

Although Chunhyang remained aloof, Mong-ryong was wholly smitten. He

instantly decided he wanted to marry her, and went to Wolmae to ask for
permission. Aware that marrying into a prestigious family could lead to a better
life, Wolmae gave her full approval. Constricting traditions, however, prevented
Mong-ryong from wedding until he passed the civil service exam. Fortunately,
however, Chunhyang eventually saw the sincerity of Mong-ryong’s passion and
fell in love with him. For a sweet, short while, the two lived a happy, peaceful
existence while Mong-ryong studied for his exam.

Then one day, Mong-ryong’s father brought misfortune to the loving couple
by getting promoted to a position in Seoul, requiring him and his family to
relocate. Because Chunhyang was the daughter of a gisaeng, Mong-ryong’s
father made it very clear that they couldn’t risk their family honor by taking her
with them. Soaked in tears, Mong-ryong and Chunhyang embraced each other
and said their goodbyes, promising to remain true until their reunion. Mong-
ryong vowed to pass his exams, earn a respectable title and come back to marry
Chunhyang with honor.

Upon leaving, Mong-ryong’s father was soon replaced by a new magistrate,

Byeon Hak-do, who was greedy and licentious. He ignored his duties and
exploited the local population to feed his private appetites. After witnessing
Chunhyang’s beauty, he demanded that she sleep with him, but she adamantly

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refused, declaring she had only one true love. Infuriated, Hak-do tortured her
and threw her in prison. After a few months, just as Chunhyangwas on the
verge of death, Mong-ryong returned, with a respectful title as he had promised.

Before ousting Hak-do and freeing several political prisoners, he disguised

himself as a homeless man and approached Chunhyang to see how she’d treat
him. She was polite and kind, but made it very clear that she had only one true
love. When Mongryong finally revealedSt himself, the two lovers kissed and
embraced each other, rejoicing in their reunion. After righting the wrongs of
Hak-do, Mong-ryong made Chunhyang his official bride and took her with him
to Seoul, where the king rewarded Mong-ryong’s accomplishments with a
promotion. They lived happily ever after.

(Source:https://www.google.com/search?q=korean+i+love+you&tbm=isch&ved=2ahUKEwiVvLjf
i9nuAhuAaYKHWjDwwQ2 written by Felix Im . You can also visit Cultural Values
oftheChosonDynasty:TheCh’unhyangStory.http://www.instrok.org/instrok/lesson1/page03.html?thisCh
ar=4 view the full story)

Activity 2.1 Character Sketch

Direction: Focus on the main characters of the story. Answer the following
questions: Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. DO NOT WRITE
ANYTHING ON THE ACTIVITY SHEET.

1. What is the problem faced by Ch’unhyang and Mong-Yong?

2. What are their characteristics?

Does the traits reflect

Name of Actions which
Personality Traits the attitude of the
Character Support Traits
Koreans?
1.Ch’unhyang

2.Mong-Yong

3. How are they able to overcome the problem?

4. What does the story reveal about the Korean people?
5. What other traditions and values are reflected from the selections you have
read?
6. As a Filipino, do you think we can do what Mong-Yong and Ch’unhyang
did? Why?
7. In what other ways are we similar to the Koreans based on the literature
you have read?

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Activity 3. Check It Out!

Direction: After learning some of the culture, attitude, beliefs and traditions of
the South Koreans from Activity 1 and from the story you have read, try to
compare and contrast it to the Filipino practices that we have using the
following Venn Diagram. Write your answer in your paper.

Koreans Filipinos

(Differences) (Differences)
(Similarities)

V. Reflection

What Have I Learned?

Direction: In your paper complete the following statements.

People may have different________________________________________, but I

have learned that we have similar beliefs and traits like

__________________________________.

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Activity 1. Picture Analysis
1. Korea/South Korea
2. Answers may vary. (Sample answers)
Houses Clothing Language
Their They have The
traditional very elegant language is
house is clothes. very
made of different
wood. from our
language.
3. Answers may vary.
Activity 2.1 Character Sketch
1. They were not allowed to get married because of their status in life.
2.
Name of Personality Traits Actions which Does the traits reflect the
Character Support Traits attitude of the Koreans?
1.Ch’unhyang loyal Waited for Mong-yong Answers may vary.
2.Mong-Yong noble Only loved
Ch’unhyang
3. By being loyal and true to their love.
4. They are loyal and true to their love.
5. It was shown that Koreans discriminate the social status of a person but it was
also shown that true love wins.
6. Answers may vary.
7. Answers may vary.
Activity 3. Check it Out
Answers may vary.
VI. Answer Key
_________________________________ of people.
about learn can I literature, through that learned have I And
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