DAY
Elements of
TypesPoetry
of Poetry Hey! What are
the trends this
Author’s week?
Purpose in
Writing
WORD BANK
Review the previous
lesson by reading the poem
excerpt that follows. As a class,
make a Word Bank of concepts
or terms associated with the
author’s principles and values
as reflected in his poem.
THE POEM EXCERPT
Not yet, Rizal, not yet. the glory hour will come.
Out of the silent dreaming, From the seven-thousandfold
silence,
We shall emerge, saying: WE ARE FILIPINOS, And no longer
be ashamed.
Sleep not in peace. The dream is not yet fully carved. Hard
the wood, but harder the blows. Yet the molave will stand;
Yet the molave monument will rise, and gods walk on brown
-Like the Molave by Rafel Zulueta Da Costa
legs.
GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1.To whom do you think is the
poem addressed?
This poem, titled “Like the Molave” by Rafael Zulueta
da Costa, is addressed to Dr. José Rizal, our national
hero. The poet speaks to Rizal, urging him to remain
vigilant and not rest in peace because the dream of a
truly free and proud Filipino nation has not yet been
GUIDE QUESTIONS:
2. How does the author express
his hope for the future?
Rafael Zulueta da Costa expresses his hope for the future
through several key elements:
Symbolism of the Molave Tree
Symbolism of
the Molave Tree The molave tree, known for
its strength and resilience,
symbolizes the enduring spirit
of the Filipino people. By
comparing the nation to this
sturdy tree, the author conveys
a sense of hope that, despite
challenges, the Filipino spirit will
remain unbroken and continue
to grow.
GUIDE QUESTIONS:
3.Why do you think should we
“not sleep in peace”?
The lines “Sleep not in peace. The dream is not yet
fully carved” serve as a call to action, urging continued
effort and vigilance. This reflects the author’s belief
that the future holds promise, but it requires active
participation and perseverance.
GUIDE
QUESTIONS:
What occasions/events
do these materials are
used?
Candles and incenses
are lit for people worthy
of being honored or
celebrated on days
devoted for them.
UNLOCKING
CONTENT
VOCABULARY
DIRECTION
Pen Using the acronym
PATRIOT, write down
It Out! word/words that are
associated with love
of country.
Process Questions:
Name personalities who can be
considered as modern-day heroes or
patriots.
Coast Fisherman Farmer
Process Questions:
How can one express love for country?
Educate Yourself Participate in Respect Your
and Others Civic Activities Country
Process Questions:
As a student, how are you going to
express your patriotism?
Excel in Your Participate School Respect and Uphold
Studies Activities Values
UNSCRAMBLE
THE LETTERS
Unscramble the letters to
identify the word being
described.
MECHANICS:
1.Group the class into five. Each group has
one word to unscramble by clicking the
letters.
2.Each member must take turns in clicking the
letters.
3.Each group has only five errors to commit.
More than these, the group will be
automatically loss the game.
4.The group with correct answer is the winner.
P O I NT OF V I EW
Hint:
It is the perspective of the speaker in the
poem.
A B C D E F
G H I J K L M N O P
Q R S T U V W X Y Z
P U R P O S E
Hint:
The reason why an author
writes.
A B C D E F
G H I J K L M N O P
Q R S T U V W X Y Z
P O E T R Y
Hint: Literary genre that makes authors express
themselves and their feelings and ideas mostly
through rhyme and rhythm.
A B C D E F
G H I J K L M N O P
Q R S T U V W X Y Z
D E L I V E R Y
Hint: The manner how something is
said or performed.
A B C D E F
G H I J K L M N O P
Q R S T U V W X Y Z
L E N G T H
Hint: Has something to do with how
long or how short an object is.
A B C D E F
G H I J K L M N O P
Q R S T U V W X Y Z
BEYOND
TUNES
Listen to “The APL Song” by
Black Eyed Peas while trying
to answer the following guide
questions:
Guide Questions:
Who is the one speaking in the song?
To whom do you think is the speaker addressing
the message of the song?
Could the material be finished in one sitting?
How was it delivered?
Does it prioritize expressing emotions or telling a
BEYOND TUNES
Point of
The singer/writer of
View/Speake Who is the one speaking?
the song
r
Could the material be
Length Yes
finished in one reading?
Delivery How was it delivered? It was sung.
Does it prioritize
It enables self-
Purpose expressing emotions or
expression.
telling a story?
