English 9

Class
With Teacher Elle
Materials • Module
Needed • Index card
for Class • Ballpen
Aims:
Demonstrate an
understanding of the literary
text, The Story of an Hour,
by providing sensible
responses to the questions
raised.
The Story of an Hour

by Kate Chopin
 Questions

1. WHO ARE THE

CH A R A C T E R S IN T H E 3. WHAT IS THE
2. WHAT ARE THE
STORY? DESCRIBE SETTING OF THE
R E V E AL S THEMES IN THE
HO W C H O P IN STORY? HOW DOES
STORY? EXPLAIN
EACH OF THEM. THIS HELP IN
E A CH O F T H E M
EXPRESSING THE
THEMES OF THE
STORY?
 Questions

4. WHAT DO YOU 5. MRS. MALLARD

T H I N K IS T H E K IN D O F WHISPERS “FREE!
MARRIAGE BODY AND SOUL
RELATIONSHIP MR. FREE!” TO HERSELF.
AND MRS. MALLARD WHAT ARE THE
HAVE? POSSIBLE REASONS
FOR HER TO SAY
THIS?
 Questions

7. HOW DOES THE STORY

6. W HY IS MR S . MA L LA R D END? DOES THE STORY
DES CR IB ED L IKE A G O DD E S S END THE WAY YOU
OF VICTORY WHEN SHE EXPECTED IT TO END?
AROSE AND OPENED HER EXPLAIN YOUR ANSWER.
DOOR? IN W H AT W AY S D OE S
SHE FEEL HERSELF
VICTORIOUS?
 Questions

9. WHAT IS THE IMPACT OF

8. WHAT IS THE THE STORY?
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE
STORY?
Thank You
See You Next Time
Scanning Sequence Signals that Determine
Patterns of Idea Development in a Text

By: Mrs. Mariella G. Dimate

Patterns Sequence of Signals Graphic Organizer

Description For example,

The author describes a characteristics, for
topic instance, such as, like,
including, to illustrate

Sequence First, second, third, later, 1. ___________________

The author uses numerical next, before, then, finally, 2. ___________________
or chronological order to after, when, later, since, 3. ___________________
list items or events. now, previously, actual use 4. ___________________
of dates 5. ___________________
Patterns Sequence of Signals Graphic Organizer

Compare/Contrast However, nevertheless, on

The author compares and the other hand, but,
contrasts two or more similarly, although, also, in
similar events, topics, or contrast, different, alike,
objects. same as, either/or, in the
same way, just like, just as,
likewise in comparison,
whereas, yet

Cause/Effect If/then, reasons why, as a

The author uses describes result, therefore, because,
one or more causes and consequently, since, so
then explains the ensuing that, for, hence, due to,
effects. thus, this led to
Patterns Sequence of Signals Graphic Organizer

Problem/solution Problem is, dilemma is,

The author poses a if/then, because, so that,
problem or question, then question/answer, puzzle is
gives the answer to it. solved.
Speech Choir
Speech choirs are performance groups
that recite poetry and other rhythmic
literature together in unison. It is like a
choral speaking with elements of
choreography and costuming to help
bring a certain piece to life.
Types of Speech Choir
 Conventional
Speech choir -it is
also called the
traditional -has no
use of costumes, nor
props, nor
choreography -the
choir simply speaks
or read
Dramatic Speech Choir–
Dramatic speech choir is
the opposite of
conventional speech
choir. Costumes, props,
and choreography are
necessary in this type.
The members of the choir
move with choreography.
This is also known as
theatrical speech choir
because it makes use of
drama techniques.
Elements of a Speech Choir
Members- A speech
choir is typically the
same size as a
singing choir having
anywhere from 12-
100 members or
more. More schools
and competitions
feature choirs of 25
to 40 members
  Pieces- Selections are
typically poems or
poetic passage such
as from Greek
dramas or
Shakespeare's plays.
 Body Movements and
Facial Expressions- Body
movements refer to the
gesture and choreography
while facial expressions
refer to the emotions of the
members as they deliver the
piece. Both elements should
reflect what the members
are speaking to successfully
express meaning and to
effectively connect to the
audience.
Costuming- The meaning of a
piece may be expressed
through the way the members
of the choir dress. That is why
in a dramatic speech choir,
costumes are necessary. These
can be as simple as matching
outfits or robes, and may be
chosen based on the message
of the speech choir piece.
Members may wear uniformed
costumes, or they may also
wear different attires to
differentiate between voice
groups.
Voice Quality- This refers
to ability to use
separately or combine
successfully the light,
medium, and dark voices
in the choir to
communicate reactions to
thoughts and emotions.
Blending the sounds of
the three voices can
create special effects.
 Number of Voices-
Number of voices refers
to the solo or the unison
voices assigned to the
parts of the piece. It is
important to add or
subtract whole sections,
smaller groups, or solo
speakers to increase or
diminish the power or
richness of the sound to
better express the
meaning.
 Pitch- Pitch refers to the
variations of the voice.
You need variation in
pitch to be able to make
the speech interesting
and to stress significant
points. It is also important
to shift from high to low
pitch and vice versa, so
that the choir will not be
in monotone; therefore,
making it boring and
sleep-inducing.
 Power- Power refers to
the ability to use volume,
force or loudness as the
members deliver the
piece. Power control is
needed to appropriately
and effectively express
feelings and meanings.
 Phrasing and Rhythm-
This refers to the ability to
use phrasing and rhythm
ass reinforcements for
each other in order to
achieve clarity.
Remember that speech
choir must be delivered
with the intent to be
understood. Thus, using
appropriate phrasing and
having rhythm should
always be observed.
Tempo- Tempo refers to the
rate of speed at which
delivery progresses. The
members must have the
ability to balance the rhythm
of a piece and the tempo of
performance because if the
speed is too fast or too slow,
communicating the intended
meaning may be affected.
The tempo should also
relate to the central “beat” of
the poem.
Staging- Staging refers to
the organization and
positions of the members
on the stage. This is the
ability to stage entrances
and exits which enhances
the mood of the poem
and the performance
itself.
Write True if the statement about the nature and
conventions of speech choir is correct. If not,
change the underlined word to make the statement
correct. Write your answer on the space provided.

1. Dramatic speech choir is the opposite of

traditional speech choir.

2. The members of the choir are divided based on

their voices: light, medium, and dark.
3. Pitch refers to the ability to control the volume, force,
or loudness of voice.

4. Blending the sounds of the three voices can create

special effects.

5. In a dramatic speech choir, the members of the choir

move with choreography.

6. In a theatrical speech choir, the member of the choir

moves with limited head, shoulder, and shoulder
gestures.
7. The rate of speed of the delivery must relate to the
central beat of the poem.

8. Number of voices refers to the ability to separate and

combine the three voices in the speech choir.

9. What the members of the speech choir are speaking

about must be reflected in their body movements and
facial expressions.

10. Staging help stress important points in the speech

choir piece.
Differences of Informative,
Journalistic and Literary
Writing
Informative Writing
Informative writing is used to present information to
readers in an unbiased manner. Its purpose is to raise
the reader’s awareness about a topic and to educate
using resources that are scholarly and reliable. It is
nonfictional, which means that it only delivers facts.
This kind of writing can be found in research papers,
almanacs, encyclopedias, and manuals, among others.
The introduction of an informative writing is composed of a
thesis statement, supported by facts in its body, and is then
concluded by restating the thesis.

Thesis statement or topic sentence. It begins with a topic

sentence that tells what the text will be about.
Body. The body contains sentences that serve as
supporting details.
Concluding sentence. Finally, the closing sentence wraps
up the text.
Journalistic Writing

Journalistic writing does not only inform but can also serve
as a form of entertainment. It can be persuasive without
choosing sides; therefore maintaining the balance between
two opposing ideas. This is achieved by writing simply but
not dull, using descriptive words only when they have
impact, providing the pros and cons of each issue, and
striving for a thorough representation of all sides. This can
be found in newspaper, magazines, and others.
In this type of writing, the major ideas are placed in the first
paragraph and with each succeeding paragraph, the
information given becomes less important. Simply put, it is
structured so that the more important details go to the top of
the article and the less important ones go below.

Lead. Contains the major ideas

Body. Less important details

Literary Writing

In literary writing, the author tries to get the readers’

attention, connecting with the audience on an emotional
level by composing experiences that can be felt through the
writing. It is mostly fictional, which means that it is from the
imagination of the writer but can also contain or be based to
facts. Its main purpose is to entertain the audience,
appealing to their creative side. This type of writing can be
found in poems, novels, and comics, among others.