SAN LEONARDO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

SAN BARTOLOME, SAN LEONARDO, NUEVA ECIJA

Subject: English 10
Schedule:10-Newton | Thursday |1:30-2:10 P M
Teacher: Trishia May C. Carlos
Position: Pre-Service Teacher
I. Objectives
A. Content Standard:
B. Performance Standard: The learner demonstrates communicative competence through his/ her
understanding of literature and other texts types for a deeper appreciation of World Literature,
including Philippine Literature.
C. Learning Competencies:
 Identify parts and features of an argumentative essay;
 Use techniques in developing argumentative claims; and
 Write an argumentative essay.
II. Subject Matter
A. Topic: Composing an Argumentative Essay
B. Reference: Almonte, L. et.al. (2015). English Learner’s Manual Celebrating Multiculturalism
through World Literature First Edition. Philippines: REX Book Store, Inc.
C. Materials: Self-Learning Module, Traditional Method, Manila Paper, Pentelpen, Chalks, Blackboard, and
Handouts

III. Procedure

A. Preliminary Activity
1. Prayer
2. Proper checking of attendance
3. Classroom management
4. Review:

B. Motivation
Activity Title: Taking Sides
Directions: The classroom will be divided into two sides, the left and right sides. The class will have a debate
based on the topic that the teacher will provide.

C. Lesson Proper
What is argumentative essay?
An argumentative essay is a kind of writing that aims to make the reader agree with the writer’s opinion about
a controversial or a debatable issue. An argument in academic writing is usually a main idea, often called a claim or
thesis statement, backed up with evidence that supports the idea. A claim is the main argument of an essay and the
writer’s position on a problem or issue.
E.g. “Filipino should be the medium of instruction in Philippine schools because it is the national language
and it is already developed yet the students have not mastered it.”

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 In writing an argumentative essay, claims or arguments should be developed and supported by evidences. You
cannot write an argumentative essay just by solely stating your opinion on an issue. Your evidence can come from
what you

already know, from expert opinions, and from reliable sources like books and articles. You must use facts,
reasons, evidence or examples to support your claim as valid.

What are the features of argumentative essay?

1. presents and explains the issue or case through the claim or argument;
2. gives reasons and supports these reasons with facts, proof or evidences; and,
3. refutes or proves wrong the opposing arguments.
What are the three parts of argumentative essay?
1. Introduction
This is where you state your claim, introduce the problem and give background information needed
for the argument and the thesis statement. The thesis statement is a short statement summarizing the main
point or claim of your essay.
2. Body
This part contains the reasons. Note that each paragraph must contain one reason and the details
supporting the stated reason or claim. The supporting details may include examples, statistics, personal
experiences or quotations. The body also contains the counterclaim. A counterclaim is an opinion or an
evidence that others may bring up against your argument. The counterclaim must be accepted and refuted.

3. Conclusion

The conclusion restates the main claim and gives one or two general statements which exactly
summarizes the arguments and support the main claim or thesis statement of your essay. You can also end
your essay with quotations or call to action. Remember to conclude with a strong statement.

The four several techniques in developing argumentative claims that can help you write an objective
and logical essay

1. Analogy.
This is used in comparing two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification. It is assumed that
two things similar in one aspect are alike in another aspect. You may also use metaphors as analogies.

E.g. Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are going to get.

2. Comparison-Contrast.
This technique is used to present similarities and/or differences of two major concepts.

E.g. The most commonly cited advantage of distance learning is the flexibility and accessibility it
offers. Rather than being required to travel to a specific location every week), students can participate from
anywhere with an internet connection. However, distance learning presents its own accessibility challenges;
not all students have a stable internet connection and a computer or other device with which to participate in
online classes, and less technologically literate students and teachers may struggle with the technical aspects
of class participation
3. Definition.
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 This technique makes use of meaning or several meanings to a concept that forms your argument.
E.g. You want to write about prejudice about people’s colors or colorism. You may start with:
Colorism is a form of discrimination based on a person’s skin color. People tend to favor individuals with fair
skin than those with black skin.

4. Analysis.
This technique is done by taking a part from the whole and scrutinizes it to prove a point.
E.g. You write about teenage preferences in choosing friends.

A person’s preference in choosing friends depends on the extent of belongingness one feels in the
company of peers. A girl can have more male friends than females because she may feel more comfortable
with the opposite gender. Guys may also feel the same

D. Application
Activity title: PICK ME!
Directions: Fill the blanks with appropriate words that will complete the sentence. Choose the correct answer
from the box.

argumentative essay definition

conclusion introduction

Analysis compare and

contrast

1. The _______________ introduces the problem and gives background information needed for the argument
and the thesis statement.

2. The ______________ restates the main claim and gives one or two general statements which exactly
summarize/s the arguments.

3. _________________ is the technique used to present similarities and/or differences of two major concepts.

4. _______________ is done by taking a part from the whole and scrutinizing it to prove a point.

5. An __________________ aims to make the reader agree with the writer’s opinion about a controversial
issue or a debatable topic.

E. Generalization
Direction: Answer the following questions;
In your own opinion why is it important to study argumentative essay?
What are the three parts of argumentative essay?

IV. Evaluation
Direction: Read the article and write an argumentative essay about your thoughts on getting or not getting the
vaccine for yourself and your family.
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 PH seeks 148 million doses from 7 COVID-19 vaccine makers (from Philippine Daily Inquirer / 05:32 AM
January 07, 2021)

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is negotiating with seven vaccine manufacturers to procure at least
148 million doses as it seeks to inoculate close to two-thirds of its population this year, according to the head
of the

country’s national vaccination program and chief implementer of the National Task Force Against COVID19.
Speaking at the Laging Handa briefing on Wednesday, Carlito Galvez Jr. said the government was hoping to
close deals with Novavax, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson of the United States, United Kingdom’s
AstraZeneca, China’s Sinovac Biotech and Russia’s Gamaleya Institute. “Based on our current negotiations,
we will be able to purchase at least 148 million doses from more or less seven manufacturers. However, it will
be dependent on the global supply,” he said. “The government will have a portfolio of vaccines,” he said.
“This means we will get vaccines from different manufactures. This is to ensure that we will have vaccines for
everyone, particularly this year 2021.”

Your output will be graded using the following criteria:

V. Assignment
Activity Title: Argumentative Essay
Directions: Cut and paste in a clean sheet of paper an editorial cartoon from any broadsheet newspaper. Identify
the argument presented in the editorial cartoon and write it on your paper.
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Prepared by:

TRISHIA MAY C. CARLOS

Pre- Service Teacher

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