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English: Quarter 1 - Module 3: Identifying The Writer's Purpose
English
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Identifying the Writer’s Purpose
CO_Q1_English10_ Module 3
English – Grade 10
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Quarter 1 – Module 3: Identifying the Writer’s Purpose
First Edition, 2020
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English
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Identifying the Writer’s Purpose
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners,
can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions,
exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-
step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also
provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can
best help you on your home-based learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part
of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And
read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the
tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.
Thank you.
What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written with you in mind. Primarily, its scope
is to help you get information from news reports, speeches, informative talks, panel
discussions, and many other more that can be used in everyday life. While going
through this module, you are expected to:
1. note or get information for specific details or information by listening to
panel discussions from news reports, speeches, informative talks, panel
discussion;
2. identify effective listening approaches.
What I Know
Multiple Choice: Read each statement carefully and choose the best answer that
fits the given description.
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For numbers no. 6-10, choose the most likely author’s purpose from the given film
plot descriptions.
Written by Dan Fogelman, the movie Crazy, Stupid, Love is about a married
couple, Cal played by Steve Carell and Emily starred by Julianne Moore, who are
going through a divorce. Cal has moved out of the house but returned secretly to
take care of the plants in the backyard.
When Emily calls Cal’s cell phone, she asks for help with lighting the water heater.
Because he can see her through the window, he knows she’s not in the basement
– the call is just an excuse to hear his voice.
11. Cal has moved out of the house but returned secretly to take care of the plants in
the backyard. What is the character Cal’s subtext of this statement?
12. When Emily calls Cal’s cell phone, she asks for help with lighting the water
heater. Because he can see her through the window, he knows she’s not in the
basement – the call is just an excuse to hear his voice. What is the character Emily’s
subtext from this scene in the film?
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13-15. With the given story summary, one of the writer’s purposes is to highlight
marriage crisis. Working on this premise, give your three insights on dealing with
relationship crisis, not necessarily only marriage.
What’s In
When you talk about a film you have watched, there is always a storyline
creatively written by its writer. This storyline is made up of different elements that
coherently keep the story together. Let us review some of these elements.
The first is characters. In every story, there are different types of characters.
They may be human beings in conflict with each other such as the protagonists and
the antagonists. In some stories, you also see supernatural beings, animals or even
inanimate objects as characters.
Secondly, the setting is also an important story element. Now, there maybe
more than one setting in a movie, and that is normal as the plot of the story develops.
Setting can be a combination of a place of occurrence, the time in which the event
takes place, a historical period, and even the weather described in the story. Some
are specific like Mt. Olympus where gods and goddesses from Greek mythology are
seen, while others are descriptive such as a ship on its maiden voyage in the ocean.
Last but not the least, is the plot of the film. Without the plot, there is really no story
to be told. The plot is the story sequence where the characters systematically plays
their roles. It is also where the setting acts a supporting element in the development
of the story. A plot has a beginning, middle and end – with all the necessary
descriptions called exposition – so that the viewer can make sense of the action and
follow the story line. This is where another important element appears – the conflict.
This refers to the struggle between opposing forces in a story.
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What’s New
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What is It
Genre Description
Romance The plot revolves around the love of its main characters such as
courtship, forbidden love, or love triangles. Its subgenres include
historical romance, romantic drama, romantic comedy, and chick
flick.
Fantasy A film genre that most likely overlaps with sci-fi and other genres,
but it bases its content on some degree of scientific truth, fairy-
tale experiences and mystical beings.
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Take note that film genres can sometimes be difficult to identify because
genres tend to overlap. Take the case of superhero-themed films where it can be
categorized as an action type genre but also as sci-fi when the story involves Science
in the story plot.
Generally, a film has the purposes of to entertain and to inform. It goes hand
in hand with why an audience want to watch a film – to be entertained and to be
informed.
Most of the time, something that we view for information purposes can be
easily identified. Simply because the writer’s purpose is directly and explicitly known
from its genre or its theme. For example, documentary films often feature biographies
of well-known personalities like civil-rights leaders, president of a nation or even an
ordinary individual who made an extra- ordinary contribution to the welfare of
society.
On the other hand, to entertain does not necessarily mean to create a pleasant
feeling such as when watching those ‘feel-good’ type of movies like comedies or those
‘happily ever after’ films.
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was blamed. Todd, a student, believes that his teacher was not at fault, so he stood
to his desk as other students follow suit. Then, Todd, recited, “Oh captain, my
captain” as a clever way to address his teacher. In this scene, Todd is mourning the
loss of his hero - his teacher.
Like other films, the setting plays an important role in communicating the
writer’s purpose. This is because it serves to anchor the story plot and
characterization of actors. In other words, it gives context to the film. This
particular scene in Dead Poets Society utilizes the classroom, that symbolizes a place
of knowledge, to portray teacher-students relationship and how the learnings they
have gained from their teacher made an impact to their sense of justice and free
speech.
So, what do you think is the writer’s purpose in this iconic movie scene? Well,
there may be more than one. Probably, the writer wants the audience to realize
the greatness of a teacher – a teacher who inspires his student and makes a
difference in their lives. Also, the writer would like to tell the audience that it is
ok to stand up for what you believe is right, just like what Todd and his classmates
did as they stood on top of the desks in their classroom. These two purposes can be
claimed as subtexts of the film.
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(Charlie), being a wallflower, is complemented in the settings of the story – in
the classroom, at their home, and at a social gathering. These settings heighten the
visual and emotional impacts of the movie scenes. And as the story plot unfolds, you
see a dynamic change of Charlie as his character develops. Note that the plot, as a
series of events that form the story, is the framework that binds the other story
elements. Through the plot, characterization of the characters progress with the story
setting providing the needed support to bring out what the writer wants to convey.
While the film is viewed because of its entertainment value, the author also
intends to make the audience ponder on substantial realizations. One could be
to let the viewers look at the perspective of someone who experiences struggles. That,
like Charlie, has internal conflicts characterizing him as a wallflower. That there may
be reasons why a person becomes introverted such as having a troublesome past.
Another reason why the author probably wrote this story, is to show that being in
high school can be difficult for people like Charlie. However, with the support of
friends and teachers, then high school life can be bearable.
For you to understand the purpose of the writer, you need to evaluate the
characterizations of the characters such as the emotions they portray and the
delivery of their dialogues. Through characterization, the writer lets you discover the
personality of the characters and why it matters in the plot of the story. You also
consider the settings, including the physical set up, time of the event, and the
musical background played as these cements the mood and tone of scenes. Lastly,
the plot provides you with the storyline that gives you the overall picture of the story.
What’s More
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Read the transcript of his speech written in the vernacular.
Tagal kong hinintay ang araw na ito hindi para tumanggap ng mga
medalyang ito. Gusto kong ibigay ang karangalan sa taong nagdala sa akin
dito. Ma, narito ako ngaun dahil sa walang katulad mong pagmamahal. Yung
pagmamahal na kayang tiisin ang pagod mapagtapos lang ako. Yung
pagmamahal na kayang tiisin ang sariling gutom maibigay lang ang gusto ko.
Yung pagmamahal na kayang itago ang lungkot para maging masaya lang
kami. Yung kayang sabihing okay lang ang lahat huwag lang bumigat ang
loob ko. Alam kong hindi naging madali para sa iyo. Ma, mula nang nawala
si papa, ikaw na ang tumayong mama at papa ko. Kinaya mo ang lahat lahat
dahil nangako ka sa akin ng gabing iyon - “Joey, anak kakayanin ko ang
lahat para sayo.” Kaya Ma, alam kong sasabihin mo saking proud ka, pero
mas gusto kong sabihin sa lahat na masproud ako sa mama ko.
Skim the paragraph below and scan for the needed information from the previous
sections of this module to complete the thoughts and ideas being established.
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What I Can Do
Scene heading:
setting (location,
time of day)
Scene
narration
Dialogue blocks
For this activity, compose your spec script for an existing television series of your
choice. This means that you may use existing characters and settings of your chosen
TV series. However, you will just compose a sample of it. A major criterion for your
sample spec script is that it should have a subtext.
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Follow the given template for your spec script. Be guided by the provided rubric as
well.
MY SPEC SCRIPT
Scene description (location, time of day, physical setting):
____________________________________________________________________
Scene narration:
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Dialogue block:
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
Components: All significant details and Much significant details Details and
descriptions on the and descriptions on the descriptions on the
● Scene
components are clearly components are clearly components of the
description &
stated in the spec script stated in the spec script. spec script does not
narration
and has an underlying It has an underlying lead to any discovery
● Dialogue
subtext that can be subtext but quite difficult of a subtext.
block
comprehended by the for the readers to
(10 points) readers. comprehend.
Subtext The subtext is clearly The subtext does not The subtext is not
reflective of the spec clearly reflect narrations reflective of the spec
(5 points)
script. from the spec script. script.
Mechanics and Spec Script has no more Spec Script has three to Spec Script has
Grammar than two errors in four errors in more than four errors
punctuation, punctuation, in punctuation,
(5 points)
capitalization, spelling, capitalization, spelling, capitalization,
and grammar. and grammar. spelling, and
grammar.
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Assessment
Multiple Choice: Read each statement carefully and choose the best answer that fits
the given description.
For numbers no. 6-10, choose the most likely author’s purpose from the given film
plot descriptions.
7. This documentary infuses empathy and ardor to our world’s oceans and their
vibrant ecosystems, as well as those working hard to save what’s left of it. (Chasing
Coral)
8. Goyo, one of the youngest generals during the Philippine-American war, led key
battles but made key tactical mistakes. (Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral)
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9. During World War II, an escaped prisoner-of-war man makes his way to Tibet,
where he meets Dalai Lama, whose friendship ultimately transforms his outlook on
life. (Seven Years in Tibet)
10. Riley’s mother praises her “brave and happy girl” for keeping a smile on her face
through the family’s difficult transition. As the months go on, Riley struggles with
the adjustment and her parents told her it’s normal to be sad. (Inside Out)
Read the scene description below then answer the following questions.
Written by Dan Fogelman, the movie Crazy, Stupid, Love is about a married
couple, Cal played by Steve Carell and Emily starred by Julianne Moore, who are
going through a divorce. Cal has moved out of the house but returned secretly to
take care of the plants in the backyard.
When Emily calls Cal’s cell phone, she asks for help with lighting the water heater.
Because he can see her through the window, he knows she’s not in the basement
– the call is just an excuse to hear his voice.
11. Cal has moved out of the house but returned secretly to take care of the plants in
the backyard. What is the character Cal’s subtext of this statement?
12. When Emily calls Cal’s cell phone, she asks for help with lighting the water
heater. Because he can see her through the window, he knows she’s not in the
basement – the call is just an excuse to hear his voice. What is the character Emily’s
subtext from this scene in the film?
13-15. With the given story summary, one of the writer’s purposes is to highlight
marriage crisis. Working on this premise, give your three insights on dealing with
relationship crisis, not necessarily only marriage.
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Additional Activity
Task: The Writer’s Purpose
Watch a film of your choice that is appropriate for your age. Then, pick a scene
from that movie which you think depicts the writer’s purpose of evoking a certain
emotion or even a subtext. Justify that movie scene by telling something about the
characterization, the description of the setting and the background of the plot. Do
this through a short narration using the template below. Write this in two to three
paragraphs only.
https://deadpoetssociety.fandom.com/wiki/Dead_Poets_Society_Wiki
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Answer Key
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What I have
Learned
1. Screenplay writer
2. inform
3. entertain
(2 & 3 may be
interchanged)
4. emotion
What I can Do 5. elements
6. characterization
*Answers may vary 7. purpose
8. mood
Additional Activity 9. response
*Answers may vary 10.storyline
What’s More
What I Know What's New
Activity: Possible answers:
1. A PUZZLE ONE: 1: The setting establishes
2. D the tone and atmosphere
ACTION
3. C eliciting an
4. B COMEDY emotional response from
5. C the viewers.
DRAMA
6. E
7. D FANTASY
2. If I were that teenage
8. A boy, I will deliver my
9. C HORROR speech while looking at
10. B my mother seated in the
MYSTERY auditorium. I will speak
11. Cal does not like
to appear in front SUSPENSE with a grateful heart,
of his family but thanking her for the
he still misses THRILLER sacrifices she has made.
them.
SCIENCE FICTION
12. Emily misses Cal 3. The digital commercial
but she is just DOCUMENTARY hopes to imprint on the
afraid to tell him minds of the viewers the
since they’re going PUZZLE TWO: value of sacrifice. A
through the sacrifice rooted from a
“Description begins
divorce. mother’s love to her child.
in the writer’s
13-15. answers may imagination, but
It is a testament to
vary should finish in the Filipinos being
reader’s.” naturally loving and
caring to their family.
References
MasterClass. “How to Write Subtext: 7 Tips for Adding Subtext to Your Writing -
2020.” MasterClass. MasterClass, January 17, 2020.
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how to-write-subtext.
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