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Observation
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G R A P H

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T A S T E S

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T A S T E S

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S O C I A L

M E D I A

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S O C I A L

M E D I A

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P R O F E S S I O N A L

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P R O F E S S I O N A L

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P O E M

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P O E M

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S A Y I N G S

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S A Y I N G S

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N O V E L S

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ANSWER:
Grammatical Signals: General-Specific Pattern
OBJECTIVES:

 Give the meaning of general-

specific pattern of idea
development;
 Identify different grammatical
expressions suitable to each pattern
of idea development; and

 Construct sentences applying

these grammatical expressions.
 PRETEST
Instructions: Write T if the statement is True and F if the statement is False.
1. Grammatical signals or expressions suitable to the general to
particular pattern of idea development help explain the relationship
between ideas and form a logical relationship among particular details.
2. In order to help the reader, follow the direction of a writer’s
thought, transitions or signal words are used and they are also called
grammatical expressions.
3. Signal contrast words are changes in direction of the writer’s
thought. They tell you that the author is pointing out a difference
between two subjects and statements.
4. Signal time and sequence words help the reader understand the
order of events that are taking place.
5. Then, later, finally, next, soon, now, immediately, while,
afterward, since, are examples of signal listing and adding.
● Pattern of Idea Development refers to the strategy a
writer uses to show how an idea flows from sentence to
sentence and paragraph to paragraph.

● Grammatical Signals help the readers follow the

direction of the writers’ thoughts with the use of clue
words.
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HIS EX AMPLE:
Question:
1. What are the
1. The Inter-Agency Task minimum health
Force on Emerging standards
infectious Diseases implemented by
strictly implements the the IATF?
2. What do you
minimum standard health
call these
protocols such as washing of
washing of hands, using hands, using of
of alcohols and sanitizers, hand sanitizers,
and wearing of face wearing of face
masks and face shields. mask and face
shields?
● Based on the given example, which one is a
general idea? Which one is a specific idea?

• If pattern of idea development refers to the

strategy a writer uses to show how an idea
flows from sentence to sentence and
paragraph to paragraph, what then is general-
specific pattern of idea development?
General-Specific
Pattern
is the method of explaining done by
starting with a broad idea and by
following it with specific ideas in
support to the broad idea.
On Identifying
Expressions
Suitable to the
Pattern of Idea
Development
1.Identify the general idea in the
selection.
2.Then begin to enumerate the
specific ideas (in order).
3.In the specific idea enumerated,
point out the grammatical signal
used to introduce the specific
idea.
Social media have positive impact on us. They are good tool for
communication, as social networking websites serve as one of the
best platforms for people to communicate and stay in touch with
friends. Additionally, they improve technological skills of an
individual as social media networking aids in enhancing
technological skills of a student. Further, they benefit business
operation, since social networking enables businessmen to market
their services to a wide range of online audience. Moreover, they
promote better connectivity, as through these media, people from
any part of the world can connect with anybody. Furthermore,
they aid learning as these media make it more convenient for
people to learn and teach people.
 Then Next
Immediately Time and sequence
Later Soon
While They help the reader
Finally Now Afterward understand the order of events
Since Thereafter that are taking place.
Presently
At last.
Places across the country are having
a tough time dealing with Covid 19
pandemic, presently the government
implements Modified Enhance
Community Quarantine.
 Places across the country are
having a tough time dealing with
Covid 19 pandemic, presently the
government implements Modified
Enhance Community Quarantine.
 in addition,
also, Listing and Adding
furthermore,
moreover, They tell that the writer’s thought is
likewise, going to continue in the same
direction. He is going to add on more
similarly, points or details of the same kind.
again, further. Addition words are typically used to
signal enumeration.
 Wearing a mask and social distancing
are essential ways to prevent us from
acquiring COVID ’19 disease, similarly,
washing hands and using alcohol.
Example:
 Wearing a mask and social distancing
are essential ways to prevent us from
acquiring COVID ’19 disease, similarly,
washing hands and using alcohol.
Example:
 Hence,
therefore, Results
thus, These expressions summarize
consequently the points or issues of
discussion.
 Life is short; Therefore,
we have to value and take
care of it.
Example:
 Life is short; Therefore,
we have to value and take
care of it.
Example:
for instance,
for example,
in other Examples
words, in They show that a writer will provide one
or more examples to develop and clarify
fact, a given idea. They tell us that the second
specifically, idea is an example of the first.

in
particularly
 It’s good that we take
vitamins to prevent us from
acquiring flu particularly
vitamin C.
Example:
 It’s good that we take
vitamins to prevent us from
acquiring flu particularly
vitamin C.
Example:
 even,
actually, as a
matter of Emphasis
fact, in fact, They tell directly that a particular
idea or detail is especially important.
certainly, The author uses this to make sure
indeed, you pay attention to an idea.
undoubtedly,
surely
Teachers are working hard doing
their task, as a matter of fact,
they even sleep late at night as
they reach out to their students.
Example:
Teachers are working hard doing
their task, as a matter of fact,
they even sleep late at night as
they reach out to their students.
Example:
 but, on the
other hand,
otherwise, Contrast
yet, at the They are words that changes in the
direction of the writer’s thought.
same time, They tell you that the author is
after all, in pointing out a difference between
spite of, still, two subjects or statements.

in contrast
We have to fully trust God in
spite of the many troubles we
are facing in
life.

e:
Exampl
We have to fully trust God in
spite of the many troubles we
are facing in
life.

e:
Exampl
LET’S TRY! Instructions:
Identify the grammatical signals used.
LEARNING TASK:
 P RACTICE:
D
1 GUIDE
INSTRUCTIONS: Identify the grammatical signal or expression used
and its kind as it is being described in the following sentences.

1. Charmaine loves to eat healthy foods ,specifically fruits and

vegetables.
2. Due to the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine, Clarissa
bough a news scooter for her transportation for work amd she also
bought a helmet.
3. Brianna wanted to be physically fit during this pandemic time, actually
she even enrolled in a ballet class.
4. Star is not allowed to go out of the house because of the pandemic,
after all, it’s for her own good.
5. Athena and Gian pray without ceasing, and through faith, believe that
soon their prayers will be granted.
 On Constructing
Sentences Using
Expressions Suitable to
the Pattern of Idea
Development
SCENIC ROUTE
MECHANICS: Based on the flashed photograph
and the sentence starter, connect a sentence
related to it and in doing so, use grammatical
signals.
(The first name to appear in the list of participants
shall be called first)
The new normal has changed human’s fashion.
The COVID 19’ had resulted in schools shut all
across the world. Globally over 1.2 billion
children are out of the classroom. As a result,
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not
lean on your own understanding. In all ways
acknowledge Him, and He will make straight
your paths.”
Proverbs 3: 5-6

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Explain your answer using grammatical
signals or expressions. Use the
different talents God gave you in
responding the question.
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W What is General-Specific Pattern of Idea
Development?
What are the grammatical signal used to
signify time and sequence?
What are the grammatical signal used to
signify contrast?; Emphasis?; Examples?;
Listing and adding; and Results?
 Time and
Sequence

Emphasis Contrast

Grammatical
Signals or
Expressions
Listing
Examples and
Adding
Results
 QUIZ
TIME!
LEARNING TASK:
A. INSTRUCTIONS: Identify the
grammatical signals or expressions
being described in the following
sentences. Choose the letter of the
correct answer.
1. The writer tells directly that a particular idea or detail is
especially important. A. Emphasis C. Listing and adding B.
Examples D. Results
2. Words show that a writer will provide one or more examples to
develop and clarify a given idea. They tell us that the second
idea is an example of the first. A. Emphasis C. Listing and
adding B. Examples D. Results
3. Summarizes the points or issues of discussion A. Emphasis
C. Listing and adding B. Examples D. Results
4. Tells that the writer’s thought is going to continue in the same
direction. A. Contrast C. Listing and adding B. Examples D.
Results
5. But, however, on the other hand, otherwise, yet, at the same
time, after all, in spite of, still, in contrast are examples of
__________ A. Contrast C. Listing and adding B. Examples
D. Results
 QUIZ
TIME!
LEARNING TASK:

B. INSTRUCTIONS: Fill in the blanks with the

correct grammatical signals or expressions. Choose
your answer from the box below.
surely immediately furthermore in other words therefore

1. When the pandemic corona virus 2019 raised in number in the

Philippines last March, ____________ the government imposed an
enhanced community quarantine (ECQ).
2. Increase of covid 19 cases had been reported in the country,
____________ a more strict social distancing has been implemented.
3. Tablets for home school learning will be delivered soon, ____________
the student will be inspired to study even in this new normal situation.
4. Despite unfavorable working condition at this pandemic time, teachers
would like to do their best in accomplishing their task____________ they
still wanted to attend to various webinars to equip their teaching
strategies.
5. God is our refuge and strength ____________ He is the only present
help in times of our needs.
Answer Keys:

A. B.
1. A 6. Immediately
2. B 7. Therefore
3. D 8. Surely
4. C 9. Furthermore
5. A 10.In other words
Reflection:
Instructions: On your paper, write your
insights about the lesson using the
prompts below.
I understand that ____________________

I realize that ________________________

I need to learn more about _____________.

Students,
Do you have questions?
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