ANNOTATING THE TEXT

1. Copy 3-5 sentences from the article that you think highlight the social issues and problems prevailing in the
society.
- It is seen in a woman who, despite having little educational background and being occupied with being a
housewife
- It is seen in a group of people who, tired of being continually affected by flooding in their area
- It is also seen in another group which, having caught a local government official trying to re-channel funds or
supplies for their community project, has the courage to report the anomalies to the proper authorities,
regardless of the possible problems they might encounter while challenging a politician.

2. Write down any questions about something you would like to know more about
- Are there specific measures to ensure the sustainability of the community-driven projects initiated by Kalahi-
CIDSS?
- How can they make sure everyone will participate in the project

3. Discuss a part from the article that is confusing to you (not a word). Start your statement by writing "I wonder
what..."
- I wonder what is the strategies to be used in achieving their goals

4. List down at least 3 unfamiliar words and write their definitions that relate to the context of the article.

Empowerment: authority or power given to someone to do something.

Anomalies: something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.

Optimistic: hopeful and confident about the future.

5. List down things that surprise you, and briefly note what it is that caught your attention.
- I’m surprised by the determination of people in contributing including the woman with little education and a
man with disability

6. Choose your favorite part of the article and explain why it is your favorite.
- My favorite part is the confidence they gain from the empowerment including the woman finding her voice or
the man with a disability contributing as a construction worker, shows the power forms empowerment can take.

7. Write down any connections to your life or experiences. Start your statement by writing "I can connect to the
article because...."
- I can connect to the article because I can relate with my own life. Having struggles and facing personal
challenges.

8. Write down any connections to the real world. Start your statement by writing "This article makes me think of a
real-life world event like when..."
- This article makes me think of a real-life world event like when people gather and are helping each other.

9. Write down any connections to other texts. Start your statement by writing "This article reminds me of..."
- This article reminds me of other articles and studies I've read about the of community development

10. Summarize the key idea in your own words by writing 3-5 sentences saying what this article is about.
- The article discusses about the kahili CIDSS program which aims empowering individuals in tbe community and
combating poverty.