A DETAILED LESSON PLAN IN 21ST CENTURY LITERATURE FROM THE PHILIPPINES
AND THE WORLD
TEACHING GRADE 11
Content Standard The learner will be able to understand and appreciate literary
texts in various genres across national literature and cultures.
Performance Standard The learner will be able to demonstrate understanding and
appreciation of 21st century literature of the world through:
1. critical paper that analyzes literary texts in relation to
the context of the reader and the writer or a critical
paper that interprets literary texts using any of the
critical approaches; and
2. an adaptation of a text into other creative forms using
multimedia.
Learning Competency Identify the figures of speech and other literary techniques and
devices in the text. EN12Lit-IIe-27
I. OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, the learners are expected to:
1. identify euphemism in a sentence;
2. create a short dialogue that emphasizes the types of euphemism; and
3. appreciate the significance of euphemisms in a conversation.
II. SUBJECT MATTER
Topic: Figures Of Speech And Other Literary Techniques And
Devices Text: Euphemism
Time Frame: 1 hour
Materials: Laptop, Android TV, Visual Aid, Sticky notes, Cartolina,
Scotch tape, Ring bell, Marker and Envelope.
Teaching Strategy: Collaborative Learning
References: English euphemisms, Accessed August 8, 2020,
https://www.english-athome.com/vocabulary/english-
euphemisms/
Examples of Euphemism, Accessed August 8, 2020,
https://examples.yourdictionary.com/examples-of-
euphemism.html
III. PROCEDURE
Teacher’s Activity Learner’s Activity
A. Preparatory Activities
1. Prayer
Let us stand for our short prayer. Quenne,
kindly lead the prayer.
The students have their prayer.
1. Greeting
A beautiful morning, my dear GAS F-11!
Good morning, Ma’am Hazyl!
I love your smiles this morning. Before you
take your seat, kindly check if there are
pieces of trash near you, and if there are any,
kindly pick them up and arrange your chairs
properly.
Students will pick up the pieces of trash near
them and arrange their chairs properly.
I think you’re done already, you may now
take your seats.
Students will take their seats.
2. Checking of Attendance
Class monitor, how many are absents this
morning?
For boys there are two and for girls no one’s
absent, Ma’am.
Thank you, class monitor!
3. Review
Last meeting we discussed about what?
We discussed about symbolism and
allegory, Ma’am.
Very good! Again, what is the difference
between symbolism and allegory?
Symbolism is the use of symbols, usually
physical objects, to present abstract ideas or
qualities. An allegory is a work that has
a deeper meaning. It is the entire work, not
just part of the work.
That’s correct! Can you give me an example
of symbolism and allegory?
An example for symbolism is a dove, which
symbolizes peace. And for allegory is animal
farm.
Very good! I think you are all now ready to
learn something new.
1. New Lesson
a. Motivation
I have here a short song, and I want all of
you to unite and create your own tune for this
one. Then you will sing it all together. You
have two minutes to practice. The timer
starts now.
Be Polite and don’t be rude
Use Euphemism (2x)
All of those unpleasant truths
You can say it gentle
Positive scripting
Use this language
Use Euphemism
Type of figurative language (boys)
Use Euphemism
Offensive terms turns into pleasant (girls)
Presentation
b. Presentation
Wow! I love how you sing the song. Now,
what word from the song has been
mentioned many times?
The word “language”, Ma’am.
That’s great! What else?
The word “euphemism”, Ma’am.
You got it right, very good! Our new topic this
morning is euphemisms. And here are the
objectives for today’s lesson; everybody
read them.
At the end of the lesson, the learners are
expected to:
a. identify euphemism in a sentence;
b. create a short dialogue that
emphasizes the types of euphemism;
and
c. appreciate the significance of
euphemisms in a conversation.
c. Setting of Standard
I would like to remind all of you about our
classroom rules. Everybody read.
In this classroom, we are
SMART
Sit properly.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Always follow instructions.
Respect everyone in the classroom.
Try your best!
Another piece of information for this
morning’s discussion is that every
individual's participation is equivalent to 10
points, and group participation is equivalent
to 25 points. After our discussion, the group
who gained the highest points will receive a
special prize from me.
B. Developmental Activities
1. Activity
With the same group, I will be giving you one
cartolina, scotch tape, and an envelope that
have pieces of paper inside with words
written on them. All you have to do is match
the word to its correct definition or synonym.
Whenever you’re done, paste your output on
the board and ring the bell at my table. This
activity is good for 25 points. You have two
minutes; the timer starts now!
The students have their activity.
Time’s up! Let’s check your answers.
Vertically Challenged – Short in height
Visually Impaired – Blind
Hearing Impaired – Completely or partially
deaf.
Telling Stories - The act of lying.
In need- Poor
Sanitation Worker – Trash Man
All got the correct answers! Let’s give
everyone a “very good clap”.
The students have their very good clap.
2. Analysis
How’s the activity class? Did you find it easy
or difficult? Why?
We find it easy because we are familiar with
the words, Ma’am.
That’s good to hear! Now, What have you
observed about the words that we used in
the activity?
There are different words that have the same
meaning. Ma’am
Very good observation! Do the words that
have the same meaning also have the same
impact when we say them? And why did you
say so?
No Ma’am, because some words sound
more pleasant than others.
That’s a good point! Can you give me one
pleasant word in the activity?
Instead of saying short in height Ma’am, it is
pleasant to say vertically challenged.
Very good! Another one, who can give me?
Instead of saying blind, it’s better to say
visually imapaired Ma’am.
That’s great! Last one, who wants to try?
Telling stories instead of act of lying, Ma’am.
Very good! Which one would you prefer to
use in a conversation?
I prefer to use the pleasant one, Ma’am.
That’s great! But do you think that our choice
of word matters?
Yes, it matters because it will make us
appear respectful, Ma'am.
Wonderful!
3. Abstraction
Everybody eyes on the PowerPoint
presentation and read our topic this morning
Figures Of Speech And Other Literary
Techniques And Devices Text: Euphemism
Have you ever used offensive or
uncomfortable words in a conversation
class?
Yes Ma’am. We said it unintentionally,
sometimes through jokes.
How about someone talking to you with
offensive words? Have you ever
experienced it?
We also experienced that many times,
Ma’am.
And what did you feel the moment you heard
those offensive words?
We feel hurt and offended, Ma’am.
Okay, thank you for being honest. Let's
discover together how to turn those harsh
words into pleasant ones. Everybody read
the definition of Euphemism from various
dictionaries.
A word or phrase used to avoid saying an
unpleasant or offensive word is the definition
of euphemism, according to the Cambridge
Dictionary.
According to the Merriam-Webster
Dictionary, euphemism is defined as the
substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive
expression for one that may offend or
suggest something unpleasant.
Euphemisms are often used when
discussing topics such as death,
uncomfortable workplace matters, sex,
aging, or bodily functions.
Euphemism is a type of figurative language
that lessens the harshness, impoliteness, or
unpleasantness of an uncomfortable topic.
Let’s have an example. Everybody read.
My grandmother is in her golden years of
age. vs. My grandmother is old.
Which one of the examples uses
euphemism?
My grandmother is in her golden years of
age, Ma’am.
That’s correct! What is the euphemism used
in the sentence?
The euphemism in the sentence is “golden
years”, Ma’am.
Very good! Okay, Let’s have another
example. Everybody read.
I’m sorry to hear that your mom recently
died. vs I’m sorry to hear that your mom
recently passed away.
Again, which one of the examples uses
euphemism?
The second sentence, Ma’am.
Who can explain to me why?
I would like to answer, Ma’am.
Yes, go ahead Wilson.
The words “passed away” are more gentle
and comfortable to hear, and it shows
respect to the bereaved family and to the
dead itself, Ma’am.
That’s a wonderful answer! Thank you,
Wilson. Everybody read the other examples
of Euphemisms used in literature.
This is taken from a text by Steve Allen in
which he is using the euphemism passed
away to refer to the act of dying.
“My mother passed away some time
ago.”
In the poem entitled Dropping the
euphemism, the author, Bob Hicok uses a
euphemism to refer to being fired, he writes
“when I tell you that I have to lay you
off.”
Is there any clarification class?
None so far, Ma’am.
Alright, then let’s continue. There are 7 main
types of Euphemism class, but this morning
we will discuss only the first two types of
euphemism. Everybody read the 1st one.
1. Abstraction euphemisms strive to
distance the listener/reader from a
truth that may be unpleasant or
embarrassing.
Examples:
On the streets instead of homeless
Differently-abled instead of handicapped
or disabled
Sanitation worker instead of garbage man
Passed away instead of died
Again, what is the purpose of abstraction
euphemism?
Distance the listener/reader from a truth that
may be unpleasant or embarrassing, Ma’am.
Very good! Now, read the 2nd type.
2. Indirection euphemisms are used to
replace an explicit description, like
going to the bathroom.
Example: Powder room instead of
bathroom
The powder room is an expression often
used in place of "the bathroom," as it paints
a more pleasant image.
When we say explicit description, it means
straightforward description. In the example,
what is the euphemism used for bathroom?
The euphemism used for bathroom is
Powder room, Ma’am.
Very good! Why do you think the word
“bathroom” needs a euphemism?
Bathroom literally means the whole room, in
which there is a toilet, a bathtub, and a sink.
And when you’re in public places, it’s safe
and proper to use the euphemism “Powder
room”, Ma’am.
That’s correct, very good! Do you have any
questions class?
None so far, Ma’am.
What do you think is the significance of
euphemisms in a conversation? And why?
The significance of euphemisms in
conversation is that they lessen the
harshness of negative words that we’re
about to say, and they help us to be
sensitive.
That’s wonderful! Is it important to be careful
with our choice of words? Why?
Yes, ma'am, it is very important. Our word
choices will make us sound and appear
respectful.
Very well said! Thank you for that.
4. Application
Let’s have a group activity, with the same
group, I will give you 1 cartolina, pentelpen
and other materials. You will create a short
dialogue that emphasizes the types of
euphemism.You can choose one type of
euphemism. With the materials provided,
make your cartolina as creative as you can.
And whenever you’re done, paste it on the
board, choose 1 pair from your group to
present your dialogue in class, and your
leader will explain your output. You have 2
minutes and 30 seconds, so make sure each
of you will cooperate. After that, we will
proceed with the group presentation. The
timer start’s now.
The students have their activity.
Time’s up! Let’s start the group reporting.
Group reporting.
That’s an excellent presentation, class! Let’s
give everyone a very good clap.
The students have their very good clap.
C. Culminating Activities
1. Evaluation
Direction: Identify the euphemism that best
describes the italicized word in a sentence.
Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. Arah was less favored by beauty
than her friends.
A. blooming
B. prettier
C. unattractive
.
2. He didn’t pass the test. He’s just not
the sharpest tool in the box.
A. Not smart
B. Not qualified
C. Not well prepared
3. Now that I’m getting up there in
years, I don’t like birthdays so much.
A. lazy
B. old
C. Tired
4. Jon is a couch potato. He sits
around and does nothing all day.
A. bored
B. lazy
C. tired
5. I can’t afford a new car, so I’m going
to buy a Pre-Owned vehicle.
A. fancy
B. junk
C. used
6. I heard that Jane is in the family way
again. That 'll be her third.
A. divorced
B. married
C. pregnant
7. Politicians often stretch the truth
especially when making election
promises.
A. to tell lies
B. to be honest
C. to start talking
8. I'm actually in-between jobs at the
moment. I'm sure I'll find one soon.
A. applying
B. retired
C. unemployed
9. That horrible old guy has finally
kicked the bucket. I won't miss him.
A. to die
B. to hide
C. to leave
10. Let us donate to
help underprivileged youth.
A. bullied
B. orphans
C. poor
Prepared:
HAZYL JOY C. MAYORDO
Student Teacher
Checked:
CHERRYL MAE C. FLORIDA
Cooperating Teacher
