Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IX, Zamboanga Peninsula
Division of Pagadian
ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Pulmones Street, Kawit Pagadian City

CURRICULUM and INSTRUCTION DIVISION

LESSON EXEMPLAR
Grade 8 – English
I. Standards, Competencies, and Objectives
CONTENT STANDARD: PERFORMANCE STANDARD:

The learner demonstrates understanding of: African
literature as a means of exploring forces that human
beings contend with; various reading styles vis – à-vis
purposes of reading; prosodic features that serve as
carriers of meaning; ways by which information may be
organized, related, and delivered orally; and parallel
structures and cohesive devices in presenting
information.
LEARNING COMPETENCY AND CODE:
The learner transfers learning by composing and
delivering an informative speech based on a specific
topic of interest keeping in mind the proper and
effective use of parallel structures and cohesive devices
and appropriate prosodic features, stance, and
behavior.
EN8G-Ia-7: Use parallel structures

OBJECTIVES:
1. Define parallel structure and its feature,
2. Use parallelism to create coherence and balance in writing,
3. Recognize the significance of parallelism, and
4. Create a comprehensive and creative output through group collaboration.

II. Content:
Topic: PARALLEL STRUCTURES
Skills: Writing and Speaking
Value Focus: Respect, Cooperation and Unity
III. Localization/Contextualization:
IV. Related Subjects/Topics: ESP, MATH, ARTS
V. Learning Resource

References: K TO 12 Curriculum Guide (May 2016), Grade 8 Module

Grade 8 Module, Lesson Exemplar Division of Tayabas

Online References: https://pdfcoffee.com/detailed-lesson-plan-dlp-for-demo-

teaching-parallelism-pdf-free.html
https://www.evergreen.edu/sites/default/files/writingcenter/handouts/grammar/
parallel.pdf

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xIPi2PT0-g

Instructional Aids: graphic organizers, scoreboard, marker and paper, flash card
and handouts

Technology Aids: video clip, laptop, projector, speaker, amplifier, and wifi

III. LEARNING PROCEDURES

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Preliminary Activities
• Classroom Management
 Greetings
 Prayer
 Checking of Attendance
 Classroom Rules
 Energizer
Review: PICK A DOOR
Select one volunteer to choose which door to open. Behind the door is a photo of a student who
will answer the given task.

Choose the correct cohesive device to make the sentence complete.

1. He is an intelligent boy; _____________________, he lacks good manners.

likewise shortly however
2. The lime water has turned cloudy; _____________ carbon dioxide has been
produced during the experiment.
hence presently even
3. I don’t want to go there, ____________ I have no time to do so.
In the same way furthermore meanwhile

Motivation: 4
PICS - 1 WORD PUZZLE
Guess the correct word by analyzing the four pictures and the given set of letters below.

Answer: PARALLEL STRUCTURE

ACTIVITY

TASK 1: SPOT THE ODD ONE OUT

Which one does not belong to the group?

shocked walked performing kitchen to answer question honestly

TASK 2: SOMETHING WRONG: IT RIGHT!

Read and analyze the sentences carefully. Determine what’s wrong with the sentence. Then
reconstruct it to its original form.

1. Simple is beauty - Simplicity is beauty.

2. What you sow is to reap - What you sow is what you reap.
3. To see is believing - To see is to believe.
4. Winners never quit and quitting never wins - Winners never quit and quitters never win.
5. It’s better to give than receiving. - It’s better to give than to receive.

ANALYSIS

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 WATCH & LEARN
Present a short video discussion about Parallel Structure/Parallelism in the class. Instruct
the students to take note the important details.

Task 1: Determine whether the sentence is Parallel or Not Parallel. Raise your flashcard based
on your choice

1. I study on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. - Parallel

2. Romeo likes cooking, jogging, and to read. – Not Parallel
3. She likes to jog, bake and paint. – Parallel
4. The horse run across the yard, jumped over the fence, and rushed down the alley.
-Not Parallel
5. We enjoyed water skiing more than when we swam in the lake. – Not Parallel

Guide Questions
1. What are the common words used to connect parallel structures?
2. How to determine if the sentence is in parallel structure?

ABSTRACTION
Task: Read and understand the faulty sentences given. Make it parallel.

FAULTY PARALLEL
1 He started the engine, released the hand
break, and have checked the mirror.
2 My dog not only likes to play ball, but
also dancing.
3 To succeed is opening a new
opportunity.
4 Diane can paint cars, motorbikes, and
some of the big buses very well.

5 It is better to learn the material slowly

than cramming on the night before the
test.

Guide Questions
1. How do we write parallel structure?
2. How important is parallelism in writing?

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 APPLICATION
DIT “Do It Together” Word Wall
 Divide the students into three groups
 Each group will create DIT Word Wall about parallelism.
 Each team will present a short yell before the presentation of group outputs.
 They will be given 15 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to present their outputs
 They will be graded based on the given criteria below
Note: Recyclable materials has been utilized for this activity

RUBRICS
5 4 3
CATEGORY Exceeds Proficient Not Meet Points
Definition is correct and Definition is correct but may No definition or wrong
CONTENT easy to understand. not be easily understood. definition given
Examples clearly
explains the word Examples clearly explains the
word No examples
ORGANIZATION Presentation of ideas are Presentation of ideas are Presentation of ideas are
well organized organized not organized
The design is unique and The design has a unique The design is copied and the
CREATIVITY the quality of output is feature and the quality of quality of output is poor
excellent output is good
ACTIVELY SOMEWHAT HARDLY
TEAMWORK Brainstorm ideas Brainstorm ideas cohesively Brainstorm ideas cohesively
cohesively Demonstrate enthusiasm Demonstrate little
Demonstrate enthusiasm involvement and emotional enthusiasm involvement and
involvement and support less emotional support
emotional support

IV. EVALUATION (Assessment Phase)

Go to the link or scan the QR code to answer the assessment quiz
Note: Provide a hard copy of an assessment quiz for those students who
don’t have access on internet
Link: QR Code:
https://forms.gle/UPtBKLXu3cmp2JHj6

B.PARALLEL STRUCTURE: Analyze the sentences. Write the letter of the best answer.
1. Politicians are good in motivating, captivating and __________ people.
a. convincing b. convinced c. when it comes to convincing d. convinces
2. To love, to care, and __________ for our country is nationalism.
a. die b. to die c. dye d. dying
3. Filipinos are hospitable, responsible and _________ people.
a. respect b. respectfully c. respectful d. respected
4. We must vote honestly, correctly and __________.
a. wiser b. wisely c. must be wise d. wise
5. Social media informs, instructs and __________ people.
a. educates b. educate c. educated d. educating
II – Decide whether the sentence has parallel structure or not. Write the letter of the best answer.

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 A. Parallel B. Not Parallel
_____6. He suggested that we go for a meal then we see a film.
_____7. Spain is a place where you can eat cheap food and soaked up the sun.
_____8. I would describe James as intelligent, caring and thoughtful man.
_____9. When I wake up I like either walking the dog or to go for a jog
_____10 Either she likes to see him or doesn't like seeing him.
Answer Key:
6. A 7. B 8. A 9. B 10.B

V.ASSIGNMENT:
A. Read and understand the faulty sentences given. Make it parallel.
1. Ellen likes hiking, watching the motor racing, and to take afternoon naps.
2. My best friend took me dancing and to a show.
3. My dog not only likes to play ball, but also dance.
4. I would rather pay for my education than financial aid.
5. I would rather eat white rice than to eat brown rice.

B. Combine the given sentences into one concise sentence that contains parallel structure.
1. Mary will open the will open the door. Mary will greet her visitors.
2. Alicia is kind. Alice is generous. Alice is trustworthy.
3. Please try to speak more loudly. Please try to speak more clearly.
4. I like coffee. I do not like tea.
5. He decided to quit school. He decided to go to California. He decided to find a job.

Please send your answer in pdf form to my gmail account

ruthiejane.tampos@deped.gov.ph or to my facebook account Ru Thie.

Prepared by:

RUTHIE JANE T. JOAQUIN

T-III

Checked by:

JYRELL CHRISTINE N. ESPINOSA

MT – 1

MARIA THERESA Z. LARA

HT-II, English Department
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