On the Theater

On the Theaterby: Marcus Tullius Cicero

Grammar ReviewDirections: Choose the correct answer inside the parentheses.The ability to be (attune, attuned) to and aware of others is an essential element of the social communication required for healthy development. As a child (grow, grows), he becomes more aware of the complexities of others by watching, listening, and (form, forming) friendships.

Idiom of the Daydrop someone a line write a letter to someone.Tag. translation: sumulat sa iba

Vocabulary Building Activitycavalry- /ka-val-re/meaning: n. part of an army that had soldiers who rode horses.Tagalog translation: kabalyeryaSynonym: horsemenextravaganza /ik-stra-v-gan-z/meaning: n. a very large and exciting show or eventTagalog translation: marangyang palabasSynonyms: pageant, circusAntonyms: simple, plain

hoarse- /hors/adj. having a harsh or rough sound or voiceTagalog translation: namamaos, namamalatSynonyms: husky, scratchySentence: A soldier who has a hoarse voice drop us a line to invite us for an extravaganza presenting the cavalry of the Roman Empire.

Idiom of the Day:drop someone a line- write a letter to someoneVocabulary cavalry- n. part of an army that had soldiers who rode horses.extravaganza n. a very large and exciting show or event. hoarse-adj. having a harsh or rough sound or voice

Write AboutDirections: Proofread the given paragraph.developing aware ness requires experiences rich in diveristy . Spending Time with people of different age, interests, ethnicities, and with distinct strengths and vulnerabilities. each relationship adds to an internal Catalogue that we use form our view of the world.

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Objectives1.Analyze tone in a given selection.2.Exhibit awareness of whats happening in the society.3.Present a role play, infomercial and talk show about awareness.

On the Theaterby: Marcus Tullius Cicero(Narrative Essay)Language in Literature World LiteraturePages 47-49

Marcus Tullius Cicero

(106 BC 43 BC) was a Roman philosopher, politician, lawyer, orator, political theorist, consul and constitutionalist. Cicero was politically ambitious who fought a long uphill battle to become Romes leading statesman.

Who was Marius friend whom Cicero defended on a trial?

Read with your eyes, not with your lips.

Who was Marius friend whom Cicero defended on a trial?

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Comprehension Questions

Comprehension QuestionsHow does Cicero feel about the elaborate presentation he attended?Do you think Cicero and Marius had common tastes?How do you think did Marius feel after reading Ciceros letter?If you were Cicero would you also wrote a letter for your sick friend? Explain.

1. If you missed the games because of ill health, you were more lucky than wise. But if you were feeling well, and decided that these much admired spectacles are not worth attending , you deserve double congratulations.

2. I must say that the games were most elaborate, but if your taste is anything like mine, you would not have enjoyed them.

3. My good wishes suppose that you are spending your leisure to good advantage. Left alone in a beautiful setting.

ToneTone is the authors attitude toward the writing his characters, the situation and the readers. Tone is set by the setting, choice of vocabulary and other details.

Words that Describe ToneAmused Humorous Pessimistic Angry Playful Cheerful Ironic Horror Light Sad Serious Formal Suspicious Gloomy Optimistic WittySorrowfulMysterious

ToneMoodvs.

Tone vs. MoodTone is the feeling the author meant to set in the story or towards the subject.

-the way feelings are expressed.

Mood is the emotions that the reader feels while he is reading.

-the overall feeling of the work .

2.Gerry kicked and threw the poor cat out of the house.MOOD: the reader felt pitiful towards the cat and furious to Gerry.TONE: Gerry is angry to the cat.

Read the following paragraphs and determine the tone by choosing the letter of the correct answer.

Directions

1.Vaccine is a preparation of killed or weakened germs that is injected under the skin and causes the blood to produce antibodies against the disease. Effective vaccines, for instance, have been developed for small pox, rabies, and polio.a. objectiveb. arrogantc. regretful

2. We have come together this afternoon to mourn the deaths of sixteen minersour friends and neighborswho were trapped by fire yesterday, deep below the earth. They lived bravely and they died too soon, leaving behind grieving wives and bewildered children. We bid them a final farewell.

a. forgivingb. sorrowfulc. angry

3. Why do these things always happen to me?,Brad wondered. First I forget an important meeting, and nobody reminds me until its over. Then my bossdumps a big project on my desk and wants it done by yesterday. And to topeverything off, I leave my wallet on the bus.a. comicb. self-pityingc. optimistic

Formative Assessment

Directions:Read the following situations and determine the tone by writing the letter of the correct answer.

1. Each year in the middle of February, when slush is underfoot and the sky is a depressing gray, I begin dreaming of warm beaches, tropical fruits andsunsets. If only I could save enough for a winter vacation! Maybe next year Ill win the lottery. Meanwhile, Ill read travel brochures and sigh.a. unsureb. joyousc. longing

2. We are seriously failing our nations teenagers when it comes to education concerning AIDS. Somehow we must convince them, without delay, that this terrible illness can happen to them, not just too isolated groups in big cities. Lets give them the information they need to protect themselvesbefore its too late.a. impassionedb. worriedc. ironic

3. Whats the matter with those idiots in the city council? First they pass new parking regulations saying we cant park our cars in front of our own houseswithout a special permit. Now theyve gone and slapped another tax on gas purchasejust to widen a road thats already wide enough. a. objectiveb. angryc. surprised

4. Another public figure has come forward to announce he has signed into an addiction-treatment center to deal with his alcohol problems. Reports say he has shown courage and honesty. Perhaps so, but what it really takes to enter a treatment center is money. What about the poor man, like my father, who may also have a drinking problemand couragebut who doesnt happen to have P 500,000.00 a day for a fancy rest home?a. bitterb. revengefulc. sentimental

5. Often you feel youve done nothing when youve actually done a lot. Thats because what you did seemed beneath noticeit was so small that itdidnt count. But it didjust as each stitch counts toward a finished dress, each brick or nail toward a house you can live in, each mistake toward knowing how to do things right.a. hesitantb. encouragingc. amused

6 Facets of Understanding QuestionsExplanation: What is the key concept of the selection?Interpretation: What does the selection reveal about the essence of being aware of societal problems that might affect all of us?Application: How can you use the value of attentiveness to overcome lifes challenges?Perspective: How is Cicero similar or different from your friends?Empathy: What was the selection trying to make us feel and see?Self-knowledge: How can you best show awareness in your day-to-day life?

Group Enrichment ActivitiesGroup 1 and 2: Present a role play about the essence of being mindful of whats happening in your community.Group 3 and 4: Present an infomercial on how to show awareness in your own little ways.Group 5 and 6: Present a talk show about the advantages and disadvantages of being watchful of current problems in the society.

Objectives1.Analyze tone in a given selection.2.Exhibit awareness of whats happening in the society.3.Present a role play, infomercial and talk show about awareness.

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