ENGLISH 14

MODULE 3

JOHN JOSEPH P. JUNIO

BSED ENGLISH III-C

Engaging Activities
Directions: Identify the elements of prose in the given story.

ELEMENTS ANSWER

Main • Inoy (Señor Anastacio):

Characters • Cherubin Anastacio
• Chitong (Cristino)

Setting The setting is in the early 1900s in the Philippines, specifically in the towns
of Sta. Cruz and Tanda.

Type of Plot Character-driven plot

Type of Man vs. self

Conflict

Point of View Third-person limited omniscient point of view.

Theme Love and fidelity

Performance Task
Directions: Supply the answer on Freytag’s pyramid. Answer the pyramid briefly and in your
own
Words.

Exposition: The story opens with our main character, Alfredo Salazar, diving into his
memories, reminiscing about the days of his youth and the deep feelings he once held for
Julia Salas, a woman he had crossed paths with several years back. As he revisits these
memories, he finds himself in the midst of a poignant internal struggle, torn between the
lingering affection he holds for Julia and the forthcoming commitment of marriage to
Esperanza.

Rising Action: The rising action in the story consists of Alfredo reuniting with Julia during a
trip to his hometown. His feelings for Julia are rekindled, and he begins to grapple with the
emotional turmoil and inner conflict. As the story progresses, the tension between his past
and present love interests intensifies.

Climax: The climax of the story occurs when Alfredo confronts the reality of his situation
during a meeting with Julia. He realizes that the idealized version of Julia he has been
holding onto from his past no longer exists. This moment represents the peak of emotional
intensity and inner conflict for Alfredo.
Falling Action: After the climax, the falling action is characterized by Alfredo's internal
reflections and decision-making. He chooses to move forward with his marriage to
Esperanza, recognizing the importance of fulfilling his commitment and societal
expectations. The story begins to wind down as Alfredo resolves his internal conflict.
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Resolution: The resolution of the story involves Alfredo's return to Manila and his
contemplation of the dead stars in the night sky. It signifies the acceptance of the passage of
time and the fading of his romantic dreams. The story ends on a reflective and somewhat
melancholic note, as Alfredo acknowledges the irrevocable changes in his life and the
realization that the stars he once reached for have become "dead stars" in his heart.

Understanding Directed Assessment

Directions: Identify all symbolisms in the short story and explain what they symbolize.

Symbolism Meaning

Dead stars in the The dead stars serve as a metaphor for the unfulfilled dreams and the
night sky idealized love of Alfredo towards Julia, which have faded over time.

The Ring The ring serves as a tangible representation of the impending marriage
and Alfredo’s commitment to Esperanza.

Julia's House Julia's house symbolizes the past and Alfredo's youthful ideals. It's where
he first encountered Julia and where their youthful connection was
formed.
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