ENGLISH 4

REMARKABLE- Notable unusual or extraordinary

DESPERATE- Willing to do anything to change a very bad situation, and not

caring about danger.

EMERGES- to appear or come out from somewhere

OCCURRED- to happen

COLLABORATE – to give someone a hand

CULTURE- the beliefs way of life art, and customs that are shared and
accepted by people in a particular society.

OUTLINING- is a way we use in writing process to help organize our ideas,

visualize our papers potential structure and further flesh and develop points.

Synonyms are words or phrases that mean exactly or nearly the same.

Example:

The prisoner felt remorse equivalent to his strong guilt for his actions.

Antonyms- As context clues refers to words or phrases that mean. The

opposite of the word you might not understand.

Example:

We thought the athletes would be famished after the game, but they were
not hungry at all.

Context clues -help you clarify the meanings of unfamiliar words.

Gestures- strengthen audiences’ understanding of your verbal

message.

Shapes- are fundamental to cognitive development, as infants use

shape in learning the names of objects. It has application to every
day life, like thinking home projects and architecture.

Complete the sentence.

"Remember, the more you listen, the more you _____ because ...

"Listening isn’t just about hearing words; it’s about ________ ...
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What’s a linear plot?

What’s a parallel plot?

What’s a flashback?

What’s a episodic plot?

What are the four schemas?

Persona schema

Social schema

Self schema

Event schema

Conjugate the following:

Word prefix suffix

1. propose _________

2. sleep _________

3. king _________

4. marine_________

5. poison _________

6. value_________

Knowledge of affixes (prefix and suffix) can help in the learning of

unfamiliar words or it can be used to check whether an unfamiliar
word has been successfully guessed from context.

Drawing conclusions refers to information that is implied or inferred

from information that has been clearly stated.

Prediction- It is a strategy employed by reading texts, pictures,

diagrams, plus the reader’s personal experience, to anticipate what
they are about to read what may be coming next.
Verbs- are action words used in a sentence

Types of verbs

Linking verbs- Words that link the subject to more information

Action verbs- Words that show physical or mental actions

There are two kinds of actions:

-transitive- type of action verb that transfers its actions to another

noun.

-intransitive- type of action verb that can stand alone and that not
transfer its action to another noun.

What is the main idea? – is the central or most important idea in a

paragraph or passage.

What are the sound devices?

Onomatopoeia?

Alliteration- is the repetition of sounds at the beginning of nearby

words. TRUE or false?

ENGLISH REVIEWER

Vocabulary Definitions
1. Root Words: The base form of a word to which affixes can be added. It
carries the primary meaning of the word.

2. Affixes: Prefixes or suffixes added to root words to modify their meanings

and create new words.

3. Suffixes: A type of affix added to the end of a root word to modify its
meaning or grammatical function (e.g., -ing, -ed, -ly).

4. Drawing Conclusions: The process of making judgments or inferences

based on evidence and reasoning rather than direct statements.

5. Summarizing: The act of concisely restating the main ideas or points of a

text in one's own words.

6. Folktale: A traditional narrative or story that originates from a particular

culture, often featuring characters that are historical or mythical.

Lesson 8: Drawing Conclusions

Three important parts of Introduction

1. Hook An engaging opening sentence to grab the reader's attention.

2. Background Information: Relevant context or setting for the topic being

discussed.

3. Thesis Statement: A clear statement indicating the main idea or argument

of the text.

Summarize the lesson in your own words:

The lesson on drawing conclusions highlights the importance of using clues

from the text to infer meanings and understand underlying messages. It
teaches readers to synthesize information and apply critical thinking to arrive
at logical conclusions based on the evidence presented.

Lesson 9: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Identify the different vocabulary words used in the story. Give the meaning of
these words
1. Factory: A large building where goods are manufactured or processed.

2. Chocolate: A sweet treat made from roasted and ground cacao seeds.

3. Oompa-Loompa: Small fictional characters in the story who work in the

chocolate factory.

4. Golden Ticket: A special ticket granting entry to the chocolate factory tour.

5. Inventor: A person who creates something new.

Write the central message or the main idea in the story:

The central message of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is the

importance of humility, kindness, and family, contrasting good-hearted
Charlie with the other children's greed and selfishness.

Lesson 10: The Man with the Cocoanuts

Identify the different vocabulary words used in the story. Give the meaning of
these words:

1. Coconuts- Tropical fruits with hard shells and white edible flesh inside.

2. Merchant-A person who buys and sells goods.

3. Scam: A dishonest scheme to trick someone.

4. Bargain- An agreement between parties regarding a transaction.

5. Island- A piece of land surrounded by water.

Write the central message or the main idea in the story:

The central message of "The Man with the Cocoanuts" revolves around the
consequences of dishonesty and the cleverness needed to outsmart deceitful
individuals

Name the different types of Plot (Sequence):

1. Exposition- Introduces characters, setting, and conflict.

2. Rising Action-Develops the conflict through a series of events.

3. Climax: The turning point or most intense moment in the story.

4. Falling Action- Events following the climax leading towards resolution.

5. Resolution-The conclusion where the conflict is resolved

What is the grammar focus in Lesson 10?

The grammar focus in Lesson 10 is on identifying and using verbs in their
various forms.

Lesson 11: Putri Kemang (Princess Kemang)

Identify the different vocabulary words used in the story. Give the meaning of
these words:

1. Princess- The daughter of a monarch.

2. Kingdom- A territory ruled by a king or queen.

3. Enchanted: Under a spell; magical.

4. Quest: A journey undertaken to achieve a goal.

5. Wisdom: The ability to make sound judgments or decisions based on

knowledge.

Write the central message or the main idea in the story:

The central message of "Putri Kemang" is the idea that true beauty lies
within and that wisdom and kindness are more valuable than external
appearances.

Name the different points of view in literature:

1. First Person: The narrator uses "I" or "we" and is a character in the story.

2. Second Person: The narrator addresses the reader directly using "you."

3.Third Person Limited: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one
character.

4. Third Person Omniscient: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of
all characters.

What is the grammar focus in Lesson 11 and give examples?

The grammar focus in Lesson 11 is on subject-verb agreement.

Examples:

1. He runs every morning.

2. They run every morning.

Lesson 12: Johnny the Apple Seed

Identify the different vocabulary words used in the story. Give the meaning of
these words:

1. Seed: A small, hard part of a plant from which a new plant can grow.

2. Wanderer: A person who travels aimlessly or without a fixed home.

3. Nurture: To care for and encourage growth or development.

4. orchard: A piece of land dedicated to the cultivation of fruit or nut trees.

5. Legacy: Something handed down or left behind from the past.

Write the central message or the main idea in the story:

The central message of "Johnny the Apple Seed" emphasizes the importance
of kindness, environmental stewardship, and the impact one person can
have on the world.

Lesson 13: The Ugly Princess

Summarize the story:

"The Ugly Princess" is about a princess who feels rejected because of her
appearance. However, she learns to embrace her unique qualities and inner
beauty, which leads to her eventual happiness and acceptance by those
around her.

Write the theme of the story:

The theme of the story is that true beauty comes from within, and loving
oneself is essential for finding happiness.

What is fantasy?

Fantasy is a genre of literature that incorporates magical or supernatural

elements that do not exist in real life.

What’s reality?

Reality refers to the world or state of things as they actually exist, based on
factual and observable events.

**Give examples of Onomatopoeia and Alliteration:**

1. Onomatopoeia: *Buzz*, *crash*, *whisper*

2. Alliteration: *Silly Sally*, *Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers*

Define Simple Present tense and give examples:

The Simple Present tense is a verb tense used to describe habits,

unchanging situations, general truths, and fixed arrangements. It often uses
the base form of the verb.

Examples:

- I **run** every morning.

- She **reads** a book.

- They **play** soccer on weekends.

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**Give at least 10 synonyms and antonyms:**

1. Happy - **Synonym**: Joyful | **Antonym**: Sad

2. Quick - **Synonym**: Fast | **Antonym**: Slow

3. Big - **Synonym**: Large | **Antonym**: Small

4. Bright - **Synonym**: Shiny | **Antonym**: Dull

5. Easy - **Synonym**: Simple | **Antonym**: Difficult

6. Kind - **Synonym**: Compassionate | **Antonym**: Cruel

7. Rich - **Synonym**: Wealthy | **Antonym**: Poor

8. Strong - **Synonym**: Powerful | **Antonym**: Weak

9. Brave - **Synonym**: Courageous | **Antonym**: Cowardly

10. Clean - **Synonym**: Tidy | **Antonym**: Dirty

Lesson 14: A Thousand and One Arabian Nights

Summarize the story:

"A Thousand and One Arabian Nights" is a collection of Middle Eastern folk
tales narrated by Scheherazade to her husband, King Shahryar. To avoid
execution, she tells a new story each night, leaving it unfinished to pique the
king's interest, ultimately leading to her survival and his transformation.

Write the theme in the story:

The theme of "A Thousand and One Arabian Nights" revolves around the
power of storytelling, the value of intelligence and wit, and how love can
redeem and transform individuals

Write down the example sentences of Indefinite Pronouns:

1. **Someone** left their umbrella.

2. **Everyone** enjoyed the party.

3. **Nobody** knows the answer.

4. **Many** were invited but few came.

5. **All** are welcome to join.

6. **Few** have attempted this challenge.