Expository Text Structures Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of examining text structures in expository texts?

  • To gain a clear understanding of the meaning and purpose of the text. (correct)
  • To identify the author's bias and persuasion techniques.
  • To analyze the author's use of figurative language.
  • To understand the author's writing style and tone.
  • Which of the following is NOT a text structure commonly used in expository texts?

  • Cause and Effect
  • Problem and Solution
  • Descriptive Narrative (correct)
  • Chronological Order
  • What is the primary function of transitional devices in expository texts?

  • To create a sense of mystery and suspense for the reader.
  • To add humor and engaging anecdotes to the writing.
  • To emphasize the author's personal opinions and beliefs.
  • To connect ideas and ensure a smooth flow of information. (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT considered a transitional device used in expository writing?

    <p>Similes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does extracting significant information contribute to summarizing?

    <p>It helps identify the central theme and key supporting details of the passage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to analyze textual evidence when supporting an argument?

    <p>To provide concrete examples and facts to validate the claim. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key element of the performance standards for learners in this subject area?

    <p>Designing and conducting original scientific experiments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between narrative and expository methods of paragraph development?

    <p>Narrative writing tells a story, while expository writing explains or informs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what is the purpose of using a story map as a pre-writing activity?

    <p>To help students brainstorm ideas for their writing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of integrating local, regional, and national celebrations/holidays into the curriculum?

    <p>To teach students about different cultural traditions and customs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a commonly used expository method of paragraph development?

    <p>Description (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the feedback table mentioned in the content?

    <p>To help students give feedback on their classmates' writing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the content suggest that "writing pushes thinking"?

    <p>By forcing students to organize their thoughts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main takeaway from the example of the Rappler article about the Sinulog, Ati-Atihan, and Dinagyang Festivals?

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    Based on the text, what is the purpose of the lesson?

    <p>To help students understand the difference between narrative and expository writing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the pre-writing stage in the writing process?

    <p>To brainstorm ideas and gather information. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main idea of the text?

    <p>Unity, cohesion, and coherence are important aspects of a well-written text. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term "unity" refer to in the context of writing?

    <p>The consistent focus on a central topic or idea throughout the composition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a cohesive or transitional device?

    <p>Furthermore (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between coherence and cohesion?

    <p>Coherence is about the overall structure of the composition, while cohesion is about how the composition is formed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the "worked example" in the text?

    <p>To explain how to apply the concepts of unity, cohesion, and coherence in a classroom setting. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the jigsaw activity described in the text?

    <p>To help students understand the different types of expository text structures. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the metacards in the jigsaw activity?

    <p>To allow students to share their expertise with other group members during the activity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, which aspect of writing is MOST closely related to the idea of "coherence"?

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    What is the main problem that people face during Philippine festivals, according to the text?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a problem mentioned in the text as being experienced during Philippine festivals?

    <p>Increase in crime rates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text mainly focuses on the ______ of Philippine festivals.

    <p>Challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the text structure used in the first paragraph of the content?

    <p>Cause and effect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of expository text structure would be most suitable for a report about the challenges faced by tourism officers and church officials during fiesta preparations?

    <p>Problem and solution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following article titles is most likely to use the problem and solution text structure?

    <p>Challenges in Writing and How to Overcome Them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate transition marker to complete the first sentence in the second paragraph?

    <p>unlike (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which transition marker from the box is NOT used in the second paragraph?

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    What is the recommended number of card sets to prepare for the game?

    <p>Four to six (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials are suggested for preparing the game cards?

    <p>Recycled paper, calendars, or manila paper (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the template in Figure 1?

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    How are the students grouped for the game?

    <p>Based on their performance on previous writing tasks. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the "Think-Triad-Share" activity?

    <p>To promote collaboration and sharing of experiences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Feedback Table A.1.?

    <p>To facilitate peer feedback and critique. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the game described in the content?

    <p>To provide students with an opportunity to reflect on their writing experiences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the game?

    <p>Writing process and feedback (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which festival celebrates the life and passion of Christ?

    <p>Moriones Festival (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main product of Negros Occidental that experienced price drops, leading to a crisis for the people?

    <p>Sugar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text suggests that the Masskara Festival was started as a response to what event?

    <p>A tragic sea collision (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the Moriones Festival from the Masskara Festival?

    <p>The celebration of a religious event (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of the Moriones Festival?

    <p>Participants wear masks and intricate costumes representing Roman soldiers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the teacher's remarks section, what are some areas that the teacher should focus on?

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    What are some of the principles or beliefs that the teacher should consider while reflecting on their lessons?

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    What is the main purpose of the feedback table?

    <p>To encourage students to improve their writing skills by analyzing their own work (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Preparation for Game

    Steps the teacher takes to set up a game activity.

    Card Sets

    Four to six printed sets of cards used in the game.

    Recycled Materials

    Use of newspaper or manila paper for game preparation.

    Group Composition

    Groups can consist of students who worked together before.

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    Think-Triad-Share

    A method for students to share experiences with each other.

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    Feedback Table

    A table students complete to reflect on their experiences.

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    Final Writing Task

    A collaborative project done in Quarter 2 by students, forming their groups.

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    Active Participation

    Students sharing their experiences with two other classmates during activities.

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    Expository Texts

    Texts that explain, inform, or describe topics clearly and logically.

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    Text Structure

    The way information in a text is organized, including introduction, body, and conclusion.

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    Transition Devices

    Words or phrases that link ideas and create smooth connections in writing.

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    Literal Comprehension

    Understanding the direct meaning of the text as it is stated.

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    Inferential Comprehension

    Reading between the lines to understand implied meanings and themes.

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    Critical Comprehension

    Judging and evaluating the text's arguments and effectiveness.

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    Summarizing

    The process of condensing information to capture main points.

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    Cultural Texts

    Texts that reflect the values, customs, and beliefs of a specific culture.

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    Unity

    The quality of a text where the topic sentence is supported by details like examples and reasons.

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    Cohesion

    The aspect of writing that connects sentences and ideas logically using transitional devices.

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    Coherence

    The overall structure and clarity of a composition, making it logical and understandable.

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    Expository text structure

    A format used to organize information to explain or inform clearly.

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    Examples

    Specific instances that support a topic sentence and provide clarity.

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    Signal words

    Words like however and similarly that help to connect ideas and show relationships.

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    Metacards activity

    An educational strategy where students become experts on different topics and share knowledge.

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    Philippine Festivals

    Cultural events celebrated in the Philippines with various activities.

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    Traffic Issues

    Heavy congestion experienced by motorists during festivals.

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    Increased Demand

    Higher need for products like food during festivals, increasing prices.

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    Hotel Price Surge

    Rise in accommodation costs during major festival periods.

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    Problem and Solution Structure

    A text structure outlining challenges and their corresponding solutions.

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    Transition Markers

    Words or phrases that connect ideas and signal relationships in texts.

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    Masskara vs Moriones Festivals

    Two festivals showcasing creativity, but differing in history and celebration methods.

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    Challenges in Writing

    Problems writers face and strategies to overcome them, expressed as solutions.

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    Pre-writing

    The initial stage of the writing process where ideas are generated.

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    Drafting

    The stage where a writer creates the first version of their text.

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    Revising

    The process of reviewing and making changes to improve content and clarity.

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    Editing

    The stage focused on correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

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    Publishing

    The final stage where the writing is shared with an audience.

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    Narrative Method

    A method of paragraph development that tells a story.

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    Expository Method

    A method of writing that informs or explains a topic.

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    Expository Methods

    Four commonly used ways to develop expository paragraphs: sequence, comparison, cause-effect, and problem-solution.

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    Moriones Festival

    A Christian festival in Marinduque during Holy Week celebrating Christ's life and passion.

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    Masskara Festival

    A festival in Negros Occidental known for street dancing and smiling masks, unrelated to religion.

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    1980 Tragedy

    Incident where MV Don Juan collided with a Tacloban tanker, resulting in around 700 deaths.

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    Sugar Crisis

    Economic downturn in Negros Occidental due to falling sugar prices, influencing the Masskara Festival's creation.

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    Street Dancers

    Participants in the Masskara Festival wearing vibrant, smiling masks and costumes.

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    Penitents

    Individuals in the Moriones Festival dressed as Roman soldiers, reflecting on their faith.

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    Intricate Costumes

    Detailed costumes worn by participants in the Moriones Festival, representing soldiers.

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    Festival Purpose

    Moriones celebrates Christ’s life, while Masskara focuses on local culture and resilience.

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    Study Notes

    Lesson Exemplar for English Grade 7

    • This document is a lesson exemplar for English Grade 7, Quarter 3, Lesson 1, SY 2024-2025
    • It's designed for teachers using the MATATAG K to 10 Curriculum
    • It aims to help teachers deliver curriculum content, standards, and lesson competencies.
    • Unauthorized reproduction or modification is prohibited
    • The material's content is owned by their respective copyright holders
    • The development team does not claim ownership

    Development Team

    • Writers: Gina F. Bonior (PhD, Silliman University), Bea Mara L. Zamora (Silliman University), Nimfa G. Dimaculangan (PhD, Laguna State Polytechnic University), Ryan G. de la Torre (Bicol University)

    • Validator: PNU-RITQ Development Team

    • Management Team: Philippine Normal University, Research Institute for Teacher Quality, SIMERR National Research Centre

    Curriculum Content, Standards, and Lesson Competencies

    • Content Standards: Learners demonstrate their knowledge of vocabulary, grammatical structures, and comprehension of literary and informational texts.
    • Performance Standards: Learners apply comprehension and critical thinking of texts to produce culture-based texts (narrative, expository, and persuasive) for specific purposes, contexts, and audiences.
    • Learning Competencies and Objectives:
      • Examine text structures in non-journalistic texts (expository) for clarity
      • Examine linguistic features of informational texts (transition devices)
      • Extract significant information
      • Analyze textual evidence to support arguments
      • Summarize ideas
      • Identify and use transitional devices in expository texts
      • Note important details to summarize information

    Learning Resources

    • Various websites, articles, and documents are cited as learning resources including examples and resources on comparison/contrast essays and writing.
    • Links are provided to resources such as: Songkran Festival, Philippine festivals, and resources for Comparing and Contrasting.

    Teaching and Learning Procedure

    • Review of writing stages (prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, publishing)

    Lesson Purpose

    • Introduction about narrative and expository writing structures and how they differ
    • Presents four expository methods: sequence/process, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, problem and solution
    • Unlocking content area vocabulary from sample text: Possible meanings of Sinulog, Ati-Atihan, and Dinagyang using context clues

    Structure of Expository Texts

    • Explains how to identify and use different expository text structures (sequence, comparison/contrast, cause/effect, problem/solution) in text.
      • Includes graphic organizers for each text structure.

    Learner Takeaways

    • Includes a section for students to reflect on their learning using emojis to show their confidence

    Formative Assessment

    • Includes questions to assess student learning on expository text structure and transition markers.
    • Includes a variety of question types, (which graphic organizer, which structure...)

    Teacher's Remarks

    • Provide observations on lessons

    Teacher's Reflection

    • Principles used as a guide for instruction.
    • Reflection prompts for further analysis

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