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Activity Sheet for English 8

Quarter 3 – MELC 4- Week 4

Analyze Literature as a Mirror to a

Shared Heritage of People with Diverse
Backgrounds according to Elakanta cited
by Pacifico (2015)

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

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Activity Sheet in English 8

Analyze Literature as a Mirror to a Shared Heritage of People with Diverse Backgrounds

I. Learning Competency
Analyze literature as a mirror to a shared heritage of people with diverse backgrounds
II. Background Information for Learners
Literature, according 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 the 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. Activities.
Activity 1. Picture Analysis
Direction: Look at the following pictures then answer the questions below. Write your
answers in a separate sheet of paper. DO NOT WRITE ANYTHING ON THE ACTIVITY SHEET.

1. What country is presented in the pictures?

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: Copy the table in your answer sheet and
complete it with the needed date based on the picture.
Dance Food Tradition Houses Clothing Language
Ex. They
have
traditional
dances too.
3. Do you think we have similarities in terms of culture, beliefs, and traditions? In what ways?

Activity 2. Literature Analysis

Direction: Here is a story from Korea. Read and observe what you can learn about the
culture, tradition, beliefs, and attitudes of Koreans and try to compare and contrast them with the
Filipino practices.
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The Tale of Ch’unhyang
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 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.
(Visit Cultural Values of the Choson Dynasty: The
Ch’unhyangStory.http://www.instrok.org/instrok/lesson1/page03.html?thisChar=4 view the full story)

Activity 2.1 Character Sketch

Direction: Focus on the main characters of the story. Answer the following questions and
write your answer in your answer sheet.
Questions:
1. What is the problem faced by Ch’unhyang and Mong-Yong?
2. What are their characteristics?
Actions which Support Does the traits reflect the
Name of Character Personality Traits
Traits attitude of the Koreans?
1. Ch’unhyang
2.Mong-Yong
3. How will 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 ways are we similar to the Koreans based on the literature you have read?
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1. Korea/South Korea
2. Answers may vary. (Sample answers)
Dance Food Tradition Houses Clothing Language
They wear They have a lot They have the Their traditional They have very The language is
colourful of different tradition of house is made of elegant clothes. very different
traditional clothes foods during taking off their wood. from our
as costumes too. meals. shoes when language.
entering a
house.
3. Answers may vary.
Activity 2.1 Character Sketch
1. They were not allowed to get married because of their status in life.
2.
Actions which Support Does the traits reflect the attitude
Name of Character Personality Traits
Traits of the Koreans?
1.Ch’unhyang loyal Waited for Mong-yong Answers may vary.
2.Mong-Yong noble Only loved Ch’unhyang Answers may vary.
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
(Similarities)
(Differences) (Differences)
Filipinos Koreans
correctly.
Filipino practices that we have. Copy the Venn diagram in your answer sheet and fill it out
Koreans from Activity 1 and from the story you have read, try to compare and contrast it to the
Direction: After learning some of the culture, attitude, beliefs and traditions of the South
Activity 3. Check it out!
Quarter 3, Week 4