SEMI-DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN ENGLISH 8

Grade: 8 Date: November 15, 2022

Subject: ENGLISH Time: _________________
Teacher: REYZ FUENDOLIN C. ARAPON
Quarter: 1st

Content Standard:
The learner demonstrates communicative competence through his/ her
understanding of Afro-Asian Literature and other texts types for a deeper appreciation
of Philippine Culture and those of other countries.

I. LEARNING COMPETENCY
EN8SS-lllg-1.6.4: Use modal verbs, nouns and adverbs appropriately
Objectives:
1. Identify modal verbs;
2. use modal verbs in constructing a dialogue; and
3. appreciate the value of modal verb in real life by composing an informative essay.
II.LEARNING CONTENT
Lesson: Modal Verbs
Materials:
1. PowerPoint Presentation
2. Pictures
References:
1. K to 12 MELCS
2. English Learning Module
3. Butcon, J. and Naranjo, FA. (2020). Module 3: Use of Modal Verbs, Nouns, and
Adverbs (1st edn.). Butuan City: Department of Education

III. PROCEDURE
1. Preliminary Activities
 Prayer
 Greetings
 Checking of Attendance
 Classroom Management
2. Review
The teacher will review the previous lesson.
3. Motivation
The students will listen to an audio-visual presentation of a song which contains
lyrics related to the topic. After, the demonstrator will ask a few questions about the
song.
What is the song all about?
Can you identify the colored words in the video?
4. Lesson Proper
Present to the class the lesson objectives. Then proceed to the discussion.
Show a picture of a student having a conversation and ask the following questions:

 Which of the two statements would make a person below 21 years old feel sadder?
 Notice the underlined words in the two statements. What do you think are these
words?
Modal Verbs
-are auxiliary or helping verbs which modify or change the meaning of the main
verbs. You use modal verbs in giving advice or suggestions, in making requests, or in giving
predictions and prohibitions. To show more of the other uses of modal verbs, here is a list
with sample sentences:
Modal Verb Examples:
1. may
Uses:
a. when we are not sure about something in Jack may be coming to see us tomorrow.
the present or future. (Perhaps Jack will come to see us tomorrow.)
b. to ask for permission in a formal way May I borrow the car tomorrow?
c. to give permission in a formal way You may go now.
2. can
Uses:
a. to make general statements about what is You can easily get lost in this town.
possible (People often get lost in this town.)
b. to talk about someone's skill or general
abilities: I can see you.
c. to ask for permission to do something Can we go home now?
3. could
Uses:
a. to show that something is possible, but not They could be at home. 
certain (Maybe they are at home.)
b. a polite way of telling or asking someone to
do something Could you take a message, please?
4. will
Uses:
a. to express beliefs about the present or John will be in his office. (present)
future We will be late. (future)
b. to talk about what people want to do or are
willing to do We will see you tomorrow.
4. would
Uses: (the past tense form of will.)
Because it is a past tense, it is used: I thought we would be late, so we would have
a. to talk about the past to take the train.
b. to talk about hypotheses (when we imagine
something) It would be very expensive to stay in a hotel.
c. to talk about what people want for
politeness. Would you carry this for me, please?

The demonstrator will show a picture of

a student having a conversation and the
ask
the follow Show a picture of a student having a conversation and the as
 Activity:
TASK 1: MAKE IT
The class will be divided into two (2) groups. Each group will construct a dialogue
using modal verbs. They will be given three (3) minutes to prepare. After, they will choose a
representative to deliver the dialogue in front. Each group will be given two (2) minutes and
30 seconds to present. Before they start the activity, the teacher will first show the criteria
for the students to be guided with their task.
CRITERIA Point/s
Correctness of answer 15
Presentation 10
Cooperation 5
Total: 30 pts

5. Analysis
The teacher will process the activity and ask the following questions:
 What are the modal verbs being used in the dialogue of the Group 1-2?
 What was the dialogue looks like without modal verbs?
  How were you able to write a dialogue using modal verbs?
6. Abstraction
The teacher will summarize the lesson by asking questions.
 What are the different modal verbs?
 Why is it important to learn about modals?
 Based from the discussion, what is the significance of using modals
appropriately?

7. Application
The teacher will divide the class into two (2) groups. Each group will create an
informative essay about “How I Define Happiness”. They will use modals appropriately.
Before they start the activity the teacher will first show the criteria for the students to be
guided with their task.

CRITERIA Point/s
Critical Understanding of Material 15
Organization of Thoughts 10
Appropriate Use of Modals 10
Total: 35 pts

8. Evaluation
Directions: Choose the correct word that would best complete the sentence. Write the
letter of your answer on a ½ lengthwise sheet of paper.

1. Jana ________ turn 18 this year, but because of the pandemic, we have cancelled all the
preparations and reservations.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
2. To look pleasant is a key in getting a job. So, you ________ wear appropriate attire for your
interview.
A. could B. might C. should D. would
3. During Enhanced Community Quarantine, only those who have quarantine passes ______
go outside from their houses to buy necessities.
A. can B. cannot C. must D. must no
4. My father works abroad, but he promised that he ________ return home on my graduation
day.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
5. Everyone _______ obey the health protocols given by the government to prevent the spread
of the virus and stop the pandemic.
A. can B. cannot C. may D. must

9. Assignment
Look at the table below. From the meaning of the modal in column A, write the
appropriate modal verb for column B and its sample sentence in column C. Write your
answers on a one (1) whole sheet of paper.

Uses Modal Example

Example:
to talk about someone's skill or general can I can dance.
abilities:
1. to talk about hypotheses (when we
imagine something
2. when we are not sure about something in
the present or future.
3. to talk about what people want to do or
are willing to do
4. to give permission in a formal way

5. to show that something is possible, but

not certain
5. Everyone _______ obey the health protocols given by the government to prevent the spread
of the virus and stop the pandemic.
A. can B. cannot C. may D. must
6. Japan is a beautiful country. We ____ travel there someday.
A. could B. might C. should D. had better
7. If Benz wants to become a lawyer, she _____ study hard.
A. has to B. should C. may need to D. could
8. My mom’s getting angry. I ________ wash the dishes now.
A. can B. may C. have to D. would rather
9. I chipped my front teeth. I ______ go see my dentist.
A. will be able to B. had better C. will have to D. should
10. Rai, a grade 8 student ____ be recognized for his honesty.
A. might B. ought to C. could D. would