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Senior High School

Department of Education
National Capital Region
SCHOOL S DIVISION OFFICE
MARIK INA CITY

CREATIVE NONFICTION
Second Quarter-Module 2
Mini Critique Based on Qualities Concerning Form and Content

Writer: Noemi E. Del Rosario


Illustrator: Marexcza Z. Salinas
Layout Artist: Richland C. Buere
Marvin M. Tamayo

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What I Need to Know

Hello Senior High learners! In this second module for the 2nd quarter, you will learn
how to:

Write a mini critique of a peer’s work based on coherence and organization of


paragraphs, development of literary elements use of factual information, and other
qualities concerning form and content

You can say that you have understood the lesson in this module if you can already:
1. review about literary elements in a text;
2. differentiate coherence and organization in a paragraph;
3. analyze the use factual information in a text;
4. identify other qualities concerning form and content in a text;
5. write a mini critique of a peer’s work based on qualities concerning form and
content.

What I Know
Answer the following questions. Select your answers from the options provided. Write
the letter of your choice on your answer sheet.

1. What is achieved when sentences and ideas are connected flow together smoothly?
A. organization C. coherence
B. development D. content

2. What refers to the way sentences are ordered and structured to create a unified
and cohesive body of text?
A. paragraph development C. paragraph coherence
B. paragraph organization D. paragraph content

3. What refers to components of a literary work (character, setting, plot, and theme).
A. literary element C. literary essay
B. literary journalism D. literary devices
4-5. What are the two techniques in writing a coherent paragraph?

A. use parallel structure C. use of adjectives


B. use of literary devices D. use transitional expressions

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Lesson Mini Critique Based on Qualities
1 Concerning Form and Coherent

What’s In
Before we start with the lesson, let us first review about ways or tips on presenting
a commentary or critique on a chosen creative nonfictional text. Will you please recall the
lecture you have learned?

What are the different types and forms of creative nonfictional text?
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How is travelogue different from blogs and testimonies?


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What’s New
Let us start the lesson by looking at the activity below.

Are you familiar about this movie? What is the title? Did you know that it was
adapted only from a book? Who is the writer/author of that book?
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Why did this movie become a hit? Write 2 to 3 sentences on the reason why did
the moviegoers loved it.
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What is It
The previous activity simply conveys that you made a simple critique about the
movie “Harry Potter.”

Let us recall the that on the previous module, there were ways or tips on how to
present a commentary/critique on a chosen nonfictional text.

What do you mean by “critique?”

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Do you know how to organize a paragraph? How about coherence in a paragraph? How can
you do a critique that is based on coherence and organization of paragraph?

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Let us first discuss about coherence and organization in a paragraph.

Coherence is achieved when sentences and ideas are connected and flow together
smoothly. A paragraph without coherence can inhibit a reader’s ability to understand the
ideas and main points of the paragraph. Coherence allows the reader to move easily from
one idea to the next, from one sentence to the next, and from one paragraph to the next.

Organization in paragraph refers to the way sentences are ordered and structured to
create a unified and cohesive body of text.

Following are several methods that can be used to achieve coherence and organization
in paragraph writing:

1.Use Repetition to Link Ideas, Sentences and Paragraphs

Repeating key words or phrases helps connect and focus idea(s) throughout the
essay.

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Repetition also helps the reader remain focused and headed in the right direction.

Example: Most students are intimidated by the works of William Shakespeare.

They believe Shakespeare’s sonnets and plays are far too complicated to read
and understand.

2. Use Transitional Expressions to Link Ideas, Sentences and Paragraphs

Transitional expressions, such as however, because, therefore, and in addition, are


used to establish relationships between ideas, sentences, and paragraphs. They serve
as signals to let the reader know the previous idea, sentence, or paragraph is connected
to what follows.

Example: Many students believe they cannot write a good essay because they are not
writers. However, as they practice writing and work on developing their writing skills,
most students can gain the needed confidence to start thinking of themselves writers.

3. Use Pronouns to Link Sentences


Pronouns are used to link or connect sentences by referring to preceding nouns
and pronouns. Pronouns can also help create paragraphs that are easy to read by
eliminating wordiness and unnecessary repetition.

Example: Mr. Thompson agreed to meet with members of the worker’s union before
he signed the contract. He was interested in hearing their concerns about the new
insurance plan.

4. Use Synonyms to Link Ideas and Create Variety


Synonyms are words that have the same or nearly the same meaning as another
word. They provide alternative word choices that can add variety to an essay and
can help eliminate unnecessary repetition.

Example: Teenagers face an enormous amount of peer pressure from friends and
schoolmates. As a result, many young adults are exhibiting signs of severe stress
or depression at an early age.

5. Use Parallel Structures to Link Ideas, Sentences and Paragraphs


Parallelism is the use of matching words, phrases, clauses, or sentence structures
to express similar ideas. Parallel structures allow the reader to flow smoothly from
one idea, sentence, or paragraph to the next and to understand the relationships
and connections between ideas.

Example: Usually, the children spend the summer weekends playing ball in park,
swimming in the neighbor’s pool, eating ice cream under the tree, or camping in the
backyard.

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What’s More
Answer the following activities to practice your knowledge and skill about coherence
and organization of paragraphs.

Activity 1
Read the sentences carefully. Choose the best answer.
1. Chronology, comparison-contrast, cause-effect are examples of _____________
principles that lend coherence to a paragraph.
A. Ordering B. timing C. logical

2. Choose the paragraph that uses pronouns most coherently.


A. I like paragraphs. Writing them can be fun and easy if you know what principles
to follow. Paragraphs are essential.
B. I like paragraphs. Writing paragraphs can be fun and easy if you know what
principles to follow. They are essential.
C. I like paragraphs. Writing paragraphs can be fun and easy if you know what
principles to follow. Paragraphs are essential.

3. Which of the following is most coherent?


A. Writing is not always easy. Writing can be hard sometimes. Some people can read
a lot. Writing comes more easily to those people.
B. Writing is not always easy; in fact it can be hard. Some people read a lot. Writing
comes more easily to those people.
C. Writing is not always easy; in fact it can be hard. Writing comes more easily to
those who read a lot.
D. Writing is not always easy; in fact it can be hard, but it comes more easily to
those who read a lot.

4. Some redundancy is necessary for successful communication. ______________ is a


coherence principle that depends on optimal redundancy.
A. Repetition B. Ordering C. Pronouns D. Transitions

5. Since, next, however, therefore, similarly are all examples of


A. pronouns
B. antecedents
C. ordering principles
D. transitional words
E. repetition

Activity 2 Select the right parallel structure. Write the whole sentence in your answer
sheet.
1. John has a __________________________________________________________
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• a prosperous busines, a pretty wife, and two lovely children.


• a prosperous business, a pretty wife, and he has two lovely children.

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2. This is want they want: ____________________________________________________
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______________________________________________________________________

• to study hard, to get the highest grades and to get a good job when they
graduate.
• to study hard, to get the highest grades and getting o good job when they
graduate.
3. The doctor advises him: ___________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

• sleep early, eat healthy food and exercise regularly.


• sleep early, eat healthy food and to exercise regularly.

4. He was known ____________________________________________________________

• for his charity and generosity.


• for his charity and generous.
5. In your classroom, you can find the following: ______________________________

• A desk, a blackboard, and a teacher.


• A desk, a blackboard and the teachers.

Activity 3
For this activity, you will imagine that you are a newspaper reporter who is assigned to
interview one of the main characters. Prepare questions using the 5ws (Who, What, Where,
When, and Why). Then write an article containing detailed personal information from an
objective point-of-view. You can use newspapers or through the internet that can be your
source of information for the said article.

What I Have Learned


In this module, you have studied about coherence and organization of
paragraphs, and the use of information. Express what you have learned by
answering the questions below.

1. Give the similarities and differences of coherence and organization in paragraph


development.
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2. Kindly recall the ways or tips on how to make commentary or critique on a
particular type of text that you have learned on module 1? Cite at least two (2) and
discuss them.
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What I Can Do
Read the paragraph carefully. First, you will see the original writing. Then, correct the
writing by applying about paragraph development. Rewrite the paragraph on the box given
or a separate sheet of paper.

First of all, a friend mustn't tell lie. He must always tell me the truth and he must
be honest because if there is honesty between two friends, their relationship will
last until death. In addition to honesty, helping or being near a friend on a bad day
is very important. Another point to consider is that he must criticize me if I make
a mistake.

If we list the ideas, here is what we get:

A friend must:
* not tell a lie

* be there for him on a bad day

* criticize when necessary


The list and the paragraph are the same length because the ideas in the paragraph
are also listed without explanation. This means, the ideas are not developed. It also lacks
a topic sentence. Write the paragraph again creating a topic sentence and some
explanation of the ideas provided.

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Apply what have you learned about the how to critique on a peer’s work based on
coherence and organization of paragraphs, and development of information.
Write a mini critique on the following works/essay.
An example is given as your guide in doing the activity.
Example: (student reacting to an essay about people and their favorite pets)
There are many types of pets in an average household. People will often even choose pets
according to their personalities. Some people like small dogs that are easy to take care of
and do not demand a lot of attention. Some owners prefer strong or vicious dogs, like
bulldogs for example. Other people might like cats because they are independent and
really need no attention at all. Birds provide people with a lot of company, if you like bird
songs, but their cages need a lot of cleaning. A fish tank is great to look at, but the tanks
must be cleaned often as well. Some people even treat their plants like pets and talk to
them. In a zoo, large animals, like polar bears, are left to themselves in their cages.

Acceptable ________________ Unacceptable X_________


Critique: The paragraph is all about house pets and why people have different types of
pets and even prefer different types of pets. The last sentence about animals in a zoo
introduces a new topic and breaks the paragraph unity, because even if it is about
animals, it is no longer about house pets. Remember: one topic, one paragraph.

REMEMBER: Be guided by the tips on how to make a commentary/critique

1. It is true that we like to wonder about the world around us, and this it what Thomas
writes about. He contrasts things as great as the planet Earth with bacteria. He
clearly thinks we need to be more careful about our environment; if we don’t, we
are threatening our future. Even a casual dinner party will sometimes find people
talking about very scientific things like a virus or beetle. I had a pet dog that died
after a virus attack of some kind. All children grow old and are different from one
another because of genetics. That’s the way it is.

Acceptable_____________ Unacceptable_________________
Critique:
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2. Every human likes to wonder by nature. We wonder where our next meal is coming
from or whether we have enough money to go out the next weekend. We wonder
whether we might all catch a virus or disease if we are not careful, but what can
we do? We also need to take care of our environment and car pollution is a major
problem. Most large cars are gas guzzlers, and the gas is even getting more and
more expensive. Who can afford a car anymore? Who needs a car anymore? We
must control our natural resources. No wonder we are unhappy.
Acceptable ______________ Unacceptable _____________
Critique:
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3. In conclusion, we see that Thomas has clearly centered his choices of seven
wonders in the scientific world, on cells and a virus for example, on the smallest
living things. However, he has also gone to the other end of the scale with his
choices of the human child and the planet Earth. Most readers would probably
agree with the last two choices, and even with most of the other choices as well,
because he is convincing in his arguments. Just thinking of the development of
Earth could keep us busy a long time. My choices would likely include the modern
automobile or jet plane, I think. What would your choices include? Just making us
think about it all means he has written a successful essay.
Acceptable __________________ Unacceptable _______________
Critique:
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Assessment
Apply what have you learned about the how to critique on a peer’s work based on
coherence and organization of paragraphs, and development of information.
Write a mini critique on the following works/essay.
An example is given as your guide in doing the activity.
Example: (student reacting to an essay about people and their favorite pets)
There are many types of pets in an average household. People will often even choose pets
according to their personalities. Some people like small dogs that are easy to take care of
and do not demand a lot of attention. Some owners prefer strong or vicious dogs, like
bulldogs for example. Other people might like cats because they are independent and
really need no attention at all. Birds provide people with a lot of company, if you like bird
songs, but their cages need a lot of cleaning. A fish tank is great to look at, but the tanks
must be cleaned often as well. Some people even treat their plants like pets and talk to
them. In a zoo, large animals, like polar bears, are left to themselves in their cages.

Acceptable ________________ Unacceptable X_________


Critique: The paragraph is all about house pets and why people have different types of
pets and even prefer different types of pets. The last sentence about animals in a zoo
introduces a new topic and breaks the paragraph unity, because even if it is about
animals, it is no longer about house pets. Remember: one topic, one paragraph.

REMEMBER: Be guided by the tips on how to make a commentary/critique

1. It is true that we like to wonder about the world around us, and this it what Thomas
writes about. He contrasts things as great as the planet Earth with bacteria. He
clearly thinks we need to be more careful about our environment; if we don’t, we
are threatening our future. Even a casual dinner party will sometimes find people
talking about very scientific things like a virus or beetle. I had a pet dog that died
after a virus attack of some kind. All children grow old and are different from one
another because of genetics. That’s the way it is.
Acceptable_____________ Unacceptable_________________
Critique:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________

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2. Every human likes to wonder by nature. We wonder where our next meal is coming
from or whether we have enough money to go out the next weekend. We wonder
whether we might all catch a virus or disease if we are not careful, but what can
we do? We also need to take care of our environment and car pollution is a major
problem. Most large cars are gas guzzlers, and the gas is even getting more and
more expensive. Who can afford a car anymore? Who needs a car anymore? We
must control our natural resources. No wonder we are unhappy.
Acceptable ______________ Unacceptable _____________
Critique:
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________

3. In conclusion, we see that Thomas has clearly centered his choices of seven
wonders in the scientific world, on cells and a virus for example, on the smallest
living things. However, he has also gone to the other end of the scale with his
choices of the human child and the planet Earth. Most readers would probably
agree with the last two choices, and even with most of the other choices as well,
because he is convincing in his arguments. Just thinking of the development of
Earth could keep us busy a long time. My choices would likely include the modern
automobile or jet plane, I think. What would your choices include? Just making us
think about it all means he has written a successful essay.
Acceptable __________________ Unacceptable _______________
Critique:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________

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Additional Activities

To be able to write a paragraph that is organized and coherent, complete the


following paragraph with the correct transitional expressions/words. You may write your
answer on the spaces within the text or use a separate sheet of paper.

Hurricanes and earthquakes are similar in that they both cause extensive damage.
____________, an earthquake is even more terrifying than a hurricane just because it
strikes so suddenly. An earthquake gives no warning, __________ there is a plenty of
warning before a hurricane. Weather satellites, _________________, send signals enabling
the weather bureau to issue warnings several days in advance of a hurricane. ___________,
people can prepare for hurricanes by stocking up on food and supplies and securing their
property. ___________________, there is enough time for people who live near the coastal
areas to evacuate to higher land if they are advised to do so by the authorities. __________,
because earthquakes give no warning, preparation is impossible. ______________, many
buildings in earthquake zones are not built strong enough to withstand the shock waves
of a strong quake, _________________________ they are vulnerable to damage. People are
not safe in their homes, ___________________________ can they seek safety on the highways,
which can also be damaged by the shock waves.

POST TEST

I. IDENTIFICATION

Identify what is being asked in each sentence.

_______________ It refers to the way sentences are ordered and structured to create a

a unified and cohesive body of text.

_______________ It is achieved when sentences and ideas are connected and flow

together smoothly.

_______________ It helps the reader remain focused and headed in the right direction.

_______________ They serve as signals to let the reader know the previous ideas,

sentences, and paragraphs are connected to what follows.

II. ESSAY

Following the several methods that can be used to achieve coherence and organization
in paragraph writing, create another example for each method.

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References
Electronic Resources
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http://www.southeastern.edu/acad_research/programs/writing_center/handouts/pdf_
handouts/coherence.pdf

http://www.montereysat.com/uploads/5/1/5/3/51535499/the_topic_sentence_and_pa
ragraph_organizationrev.pdf

http://write-site.athabascau.ca/paragraph-resource/make-it-coherent/quiz/index.php

https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=Y3NkbS5rMTIubWkudXN8bXItd2
Fsc2h8Z3g6MTQ3ZmNkNTZmNDI5MDc3Mw

https://englishlinx.com/cgi-bin/pdf_viewer.cgi?script_name=%2Fpdf%2FSelecting-the-
Right-Parallel-Structure-Worksheet.pdf&x=139&y=28

https://www.ccdmd.qc.ca/en/pdf/Seven_8.pdf

http://repository.ut.ac.id/3877/1/PBIS4313-M1.pdf

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What I Can Do
Answers may vary
Possible Answer
1. I live in a house in Manila. It is not old or modern; it is a normal Philippine house. It is near the sea;
it takes about ten minutes to go to the seaside. In the house, there are two bedrooms, one living room and two other
rooms that we use as dining rooms. Naturally, we have a kitchen, a bathroom, a toilet, and a little garden. My parents
spend their time growing vegetables and fruit there.
2. There are three things to consider in having a friend. First, a friend must not tell a lie. Second, being there
for a friend, especially in a bad day. Lastly
Assessment
Answers may vary
Possible Answers:
1. Unacceptable
Critique: While this paragraph makes some interesting points, it jumps around far too much from one idea
to another. It contains five or six potential topic sentences, each of which could anchor a paragraph of its
own. It is too general to be an introduction paragraph. It clearly lacks unity and coherence. Remember, one
idea, one paragraph.
2. Unacceptable
Critique: Here the paragraph moves from one idea to another, lacks focus and is even incoherent at times.
The sentences jump from one idea to another and get too far away from the original text and from the
wonders Thomas presents to us.
3. Acceptable
Critique: This conclusion paragraph is unified and all about choices: Thomas’s choices, the student’s
choices, and even the grader’s choices. All the sentences in the paragraph are related to the topic of choices.
The paragraph includes some comments suitable for an essay conclusion in asking the reader what he or
she thinks.
Additional Activities
but, in fact, as a result, furthermore.
ANSWER KEY
What I Know (Pre-assessment)
1. C
2. B
3. A
4-5. A and D
What’s In
Answers may vary
What’s New
Answers may vary
What’s More (Activity 1)
1. A
2. A
3. D
4. A
5. D
What’s More (Activity 2) John has a prosperous business, a pretty wife and two lovely children.
1. This is what they want: to study hard, to get the highest grades and to get a good job when they graduate.
2. The doctor advises him: to sleep early, eat healthy food and exercise regularly.
3. He was known for his charity and generosity.
4. In a classroom, you can find the following: a desk, a blackboard and a teacher.
What’s More (Activity 3)
Answers may vary
What I Have Learned
Answers may vary
Development Team of the Module

Writer: Noemi Escolano-Del Rosario (SEHS-SHS)


Editor: Jose Datugan (MHS)
Internal Reviewer: Janet S. Cajuguiran (EPS-English)
External Reviewer: PNU Professor
Illustrator: Marexcza Z. Salinas (PHS)
Layout Artist: Richland C. Buere (SEHS)
Marvin M. Tamayo (SNNHS)
Management Team:
Sheryll T. Gayola
Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
OIC, Office of the Schools Division Superintendent

Elisa O. Cerveza
Chief, Curriculum Implementation Division
OIC, Office of the Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

Janet S. Cajuguiran
Education Program Supervisor-English

Ivy Coney A. Gamatero


EPS – LRMS

For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Schools Division Office- Marikina City

191 Shoe Ave., Sta. Elena, Marikina City, 1800, Philippines

Telefax: (02) 682-2472 / 682-3989

Email Address: [email protected]

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