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Why There Is High Tide During Full Moon

An Ibanag myth is presented that tells the story of Luna who has a forbidden love affair with the son of the sea god, Mar, causing conflict when Luna's cousin reports them to the gods, leading to

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Why There Is High Tide During Full Moon

An Ibanag myth is presented that tells the story of Luna who has a forbidden love affair with the son of the sea god, Mar, causing conflict when Luna's cousin reports them to the gods, leading to

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CATCH-UP FRIDAYS

Reading
Why There Is
High Tide
During Full
Moon
Ibanag Myth
Ibanags are the
ethnolinguistic minority who
inhabit the provinces of
Cagayan, Isabela, and Nueva
Viscaya. The term Ibanag comes
from the words
“I” which means “The” and
“bannag” which means “river”.
MYTH
The story “Why There Is High
Tide During Full Moon” is an
example of myth. A myth is a
fictitious story that tells about the
origin of humans and the universe.
It also explains some natural and
social phenomena and usually
involves supernatural beings or
UNLOCKING OF
DIFFICULTIES
R C A H O T I

1. A two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in


ancient warfare and racing.
C H A R I O T

1. A two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in


ancient warfare and racing
N D A W E R

2. to walk or move in a leisurely, casual, or aimless


way
W A N D E R

2. to walk or move in a leisurely, casual, or aimless


way
S D O I B E D N C E I E

2. to walk or move in a leisurely, casual, or aimless


way
D I S O B E D I E N C E

3. failure or refusal to obey rules or someone in


authority
D I S O B E D I E N C E

3. failure or refusal to obey rules or someone in


authority
I A T M O R M L

4. living forever; never dying or decaying


I M M O R T A L

4. living forever; never dying or decaying


L J A E O U S

5. feeling or showing envy of someone or their


achievements and advantages
J E A L O U S

5. feeling or showing envy of someone or their


achievements and advantages
J E A L O U S

5. feeling or showing envy of someone or their


achievements and advantages
E P A E S C

6. break free from confinement or control


E S C A P E

6. break free from confinement or control


I D T E
7. the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually
twice in each lunar day at a particular place, due to
the attraction of the moon and sun
T I D E
7. the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually
twice in each lunar day at a particular place, due to
the attraction of the moon and sun
T I D E
7. the alternate rising and falling of the sea, usually
twice in each lunar day at a particular place, due to
the attraction of the moon and sun
T E R E C L F I O N

8. the image of something in a mirror or on any


reflective surface
R E F L E C T I O N

8. the image of something in a mirror or on any


reflective surface
T E S L R E S S

9. unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or


boredom
R E S T L E S S

9. unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or


boredom
I P I S R M O N

10. to put or keep in prison or a place like a prison


I M P R I S O N

10. to put or keep in prison or a place like a prison


READING
TIME!
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
Comprehension Questions:
1. Who are the main characters in the story?
2. How does Luna's meeting with Mar, the son of the sea god, lead to conflict in
the story?
3. What is the motivation behind Luna's cousin’s decision to report the affair to
the gods?
4. What are the consequences of Luna and Mar's forbidden love according to the
story?
5. Reflecting on the story, how might the events involving Luna and Mar explain
the phenomenon of high tide during a full moon according to the fishermen's
beliefs?
6. How does the narrative illustrate the significance of respecting and adhering to
the guidance of elders?
POST READING ACTIVITY
Character Action Analysis
Examine the main characters and their significant actions throughout the story. Next
to each action, briefly describe its implication/s or consequence/s on the plot or on
other characters. Use this organizer to reflect on the motivations and outcomes of the
characters' actions and how they drive the storyline forward.
Reading is a
journey...
and the books are the wings that will take you
there.

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