Good Manners and

Right Conduct

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 From the time they are born, children are pure.
Their minds are like clean slates, hence, it is at any
time during this phase, that they begin to record
notes that will eventually determine their
personalities, their attitudes, as they, unconsciously
prepare for their future. Their minds accept all
information without prejudice.
Bearing in mind the importance of this phase of
opportunity, MCA Montessori School, along with the
parents, and the teachers, with all their noble and
ideal intentions, have to, with responsibility, shepherd
these precious individuals into the potential
greatness that they could become.
This book aims to be an essential tool to guide
these young learners as they go about their pursuit of
discovery with the awareness to duty and sensitivity
to uphold what is right.
Hopefully, at the end of this course we may have
contributed substantially that a dent of good shall
have been ingrained in these children’s minds, such
that they build in themselves deep faith in the good;
love of God; love of country; honor and self-worth.

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GMRC 6
Unit 1 God is First on My List
Lesson 1 Knowing God First …………………………... 5
Lesson 2 Living By Faith ……………………………….. 14
Lesson 3 God Knows Best …………………………….. 20
Lesson 4 God Blesses Us With His Gifts …………….. 25
Lesson 5 Living and Understanding God’s Word’s ….. 31
Lesson 6 Seeking God’s Help in Prayer ………………. 39
Lesson 7 Praising and Thanking God ……………..…... 45
Lesson 8 Respecting Beliefs Other Than Yours ……….. 48
Unit Test ………………………………………………. 50

Unit 2 Things That Should Matter to Me

Lesson 9 Values We Accumulate As We Grow ……..… 54

Lesson 10 A Unique Individual …………………………… 58
Lesson 11 What I Already Know …………………………. 62
Lesson 12 Names Are Interesting ……………………….. 67
Lesson 13 Personality Building …………………………... 70
Lesson 14 Valuing Points ………………………………… 74
Lesson 15 On The Wise Use of Time …………….…….. 80
Lesson 16 Self Evaluation ……………………....………. 84
Lesson 17 Sets of Values Define A Character ………… 90

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GMRC 6
Unit 3 Things I Value That Matter to Others

Lesson 18 Winning and Keeping Friends …………… 96

Lesson 19 Parents and Significant Others ………..... 101
Lesson 20 My House – My Home ………………....... 106
Lesson 21 Polite and Courteous Expressions ……… 111
Lesson 22 Preparing You for Responsible
Parenthood ………………………………… 115
Lesson 23 Ten Commandments of Human Relations …. 119

Unit 4 Values Related To My Being A Filipino

Lesson 24 Practicing Our Nationalism ………………. 124

Lesson 25 Care for Our Country’s Wealth ………….. 128
Lesson 26 Valuing Our National Democratic Ideals …… 132
Lesson 27 Pride in the Filipino Ingenuity ……………. 135
Lesson 28 Our Country: A Member of the
Family of Nations …………………………. 139
Lesson 29 A Glimpse of the Philippine Constitution …… 141
Lesson 30 A Responsible Citizen …………………… 145
Lesson 31 Giving Back To My Country …………….. 150

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 Knowing God First

In the beginning, when God created the heavens and

the earth, the land was a chaotic mass covered with raging
rivers and darkness.
On the first day, God said, “Let there be light”, and
there was light and God saw that the light was good. Then
He separated the light from the darkness, calling the light
Day and the darkness, Night. And there were morning and
evening.

On the second day, God said, “Let there be a firmament in the

midst of the waters to divide it.” He called the firmament, Heaven, dividing
the waters below and above it.

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 On the third day, God said, “Let the waters below the heavens
gather into one place and let the dry land appear.” And so it was. God
called the dry land, Earth and the assembled water seas. And the earth
brought forth seed-bearing plants and fruit trees.

On the fourth day, God said, “Let there be light in the firmament
of the heavens to separate day from night, let them serve as signs for the
fixing seasons, days and years; and serve as light in the firmament of the
heavens to shed light upon the earth.” God made two lights - the greater
light, the sun, to rule the day and the smaller lights, the moon and stars, to
rule the night.

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 On the fifth day, God created winged creatures that could fly
below the heavens and great sea monsters and all kinds of living swimming
creatures in the waters.

On the sixth day, God brought forth all kinds of crawling

creatures and wild animals. He also created man in His image and likeness,
The Lord formed man out of the dust from the sea, the birds of the air, the
cattle, the wild animals and crawling creatures on earth, giving them also
green plants for food.

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 On the seventh day, God rested and blessed this day and made
it holy.

God planted a garden in Eden and put man there. It

was a garden of paradise, for it had all kinds of trees
pleasant to the sight and good source of food. Man was
commanded by God not to eat from the tree of knowledge
of good and evil lest he die. God saw Adam lonely so God
cast him into a deep sleep, then took one of his ribs and
covered it with flesh and Eve came into being. She
became Adam’s wife and the two became one flesh Both
of them were naked but felt no shame. But the devil
tempted Eve to eat the forbidden fruit from the tree of
knowledge of good and evil. Then they became ashamed
of their nakedness. God sent Adam and Eve out of the
Garden of Eden and the Serpent was cursed to crawl on
his belly from then on.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. When did this world come into being?

2. Who made all the wonderful things you see, feel and touch?
3. Other than God, do you know of anybody or anything which has the
capability to create the sun, the moon, the stars, the lofty mountains, the
vast oceans, birds, insects and animals?

4. Who gave life to your parents, to you, and the people around you?

5. Write down what God created on the -

Day-1 ______________________________________________

Day-2 ______________________________________________

Day-3 ______________________________________________

Day-4 ______________________________________________

Day-5 ______________________________________________

Day-6 ______________________________________________

Day-7 ______________________________________________

6. How was Adam created?

7. How was Eve created?

8. Why were Adam and Eve created last among all creatures in the world?

9. Why did God send away Adam and Eve out of the garden of Eden?

10. What have you learned about God besides being the creator?

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A. Form groups with 5 to 6 members. Sit around a circle. Choose a
leader—moderator. Answer the following questions below.

1. Can there be truth to the story of creation?

2. Do you believe in God?

3. Who is God to you?

4. Did God committed a mistake when He created the tree of life ?

5. What was the first character trait God asked of Adam and Eve?

B. Share your thoughts to your group mates and understand what

each is saying about the matter. The leader will consolidate your
answers in one paper.

1. Does everybody believe in God?

2. What do you feel about those who do not believe in God?

3. What have you learned about God from the answers of other group
members?

4. Did all members of the group come up with a similar answer to the
character trait asked by God?

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C. On bond paper draw your idea of the Garden of Eden. Color it.

D. Below are the most important values which can be drawn from the
story of creation. From the way you understand it, copy and
explain each in your notebook.

1. Love of God

2. Admiration for His wonderful creation

3. Appreciation of God’s gifts to man

4. Obedience to God’s words

5. Reflecting God’s image

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Read the following carefully. Write TRUE on the blank if the statement
is correct and write FALSE if it is incorrect.

_______1. In the beginning the land was covered with water and it was very

dark.

_______2. Day and night came to be on the third day.

_______3. God created man in His likeness.

_______4. God created man out of mud and rocks.

_______5. Eve was formed out of Adam’s hip bone.

_______6. The Devil tempted Eve to take the fruit and eat it.

_______7. Adam and Eve obeyed God.

_______8. God created gentle animals that were not carnivorous.

_______9. God did not create insects and snakes.

_______10. God was tired after the sixth day that is why He needed to rest

on the seventh day.

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Reflect

God created everything out of nothing. The whole universe came

into being through God’s Almighty power.
We should give thanks to God for all the great things He has
done for us. We should thank Him for everything that we have and of
what we are.
Make a prayer giving thanks to the Lord for His wonderful
creations.

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 Living by Faith

Read what faith means.

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the
evidence of things not seen.
Faith is having strong and complete confidence or
trust.
It was by faith that made Abel offer to God a better
sacrifice than Cain and won God’s approval as a righteous
man.
It was by faith that kept Enoch from dying because
he was taken up to God and nobody could find him, Enoch
had pleased God before this.

It was by faith that Noah listened to God’s warnings

about things he could not see yet. He obeyed God and
built an ark (boat) and saved his family when the Great
Flood came.
It was by faith that made Abraham obey when God
called him to go out and live as a foreigner in the country
that God had promised him.
By faith, Moses, when he was born, was hidden
three months by his parents who were not afraid of the
King’s command to behead him. When he became of age,
Moses chose to suffer affliction with the people of God than
to enjoy the passing pleasure of sin.

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 No one can please God without faith,
for whoever comes to God must have faith that
God exists and God rewards those who seek Him.
(Hebrew 11:1-16).By grace, you have been saved
through faith and this is not from yourselves, it’s
the gift of God. (Ephesians 2:8)

Find out from these clippings how faith was shown by

.Noah .Abraham . Joshua

True Faith In Ancient Times

Adapted from: Watch Tower Magazine

The record of Jehovah’s acts towards those with true faith

testifies to his dependability. For example, over 4,400 years ago, God told
Noah that the world to his day was to be destroyed by a global flood. He
instructed Noah to build a huge ark for preserving human and animal life.
What did Noah do? Hebrews 11:7 tells us: “By faith, Noah, after being given
divine warning of things not yet beheld, showed godly fear and constructed
an ark for the saving of his household.” Why did Noah have faith in
something that had never happened before, something “not yet beheld”?
Because he knew enough of God’s previous dealings with the human family
to appreciate that whatever God says comes true. So Noah was confident
that the flood would also take place. - Genesis 6:9-22.

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 Another example of true faith is Abraham. Nearly 3,900 years
ago, God told him to sacrifice Isaac, his only son by his wife, Sarah (Genesis
22:1-10). How did Abraham respond? Hebrews 11:17 states: “By faith,
Abraham, when he was tested, as good as offered up Isaac.” However, at
the last moment, Jehovah’s angel stopped Abraham. (Genesis 22:11, 12)
Still, why would Abraham even consider doing such a thing? Because, as
Hebrews 11:19 says, “He reckoned that God was able to raise (Isaac) up
even from the dead.” But how could Abraham have faith in the resurrection
when he had never seen one and there was no previous record of one?

More than 3,400 years ago, when Joshua was over a hundred
years of age and after a lifetime of experiencing how trustworthy God is, he
gave this reason for his confidence. “You well know with all your hearts and
with all your souls that not one word out of all the good words that Jehovah,
your God has spoken to you has failed. They have all come true to you. Not
one word of them has failed.” - Joshua 23:14

About 1,900 years ago, many humble people demonstrated true

faith. They realized from the fulfillment of the bible prophesy that Jesus was
the Messiah and accepted his teachings. Having a solid basis in the facts
and in the Hebrew scriptures, they put faith in what Jesus taught. Thus,
when Jesus said that God’s judgment was coming against Judea and
Jerusalem because of unfaithfulness, they believed him. And when He told
them what course of action they had to take to save their lives, they took it.

Jesus told the believers that when Jerusalem was surrounded by

armies, they should flee. Roman armies did come against Jerusalem in the
year 66 C.E. But then, the Romans left for some unexplained reason. That
was the signal for the Christians to abandon the city for Jesus had said:
“When you see Jerusalem surrounded by encamped armies, you know that
the desolating of her has drawn near.

Then let those in Judea begin fleeing to the mountains and let
those in midst of her withdraw, and let those in the country places not enter
into her” (Luke 21:20,21). Those with true faith abandoned Jerusalem and
the surrounding area and fled to safety.

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 Remember Sarah was 89 when God promised them a son.
Sarah's womb was beyond child-bearing - dead, so to speak (Genesis 18:9-
14) God restored Sarah’s womb to life, and she bore Isaac (Genesis 21:1-3)
Abraham knew that since God restored Sarah’s dead womb to life, then He
could also restore Isaac to life if need be. Romans 7:21 says: “Because of
the promise of God, Abraham did not waver in a lack of faith, but became
powerful by his faith, giving God glory and being fully convinced that what
He had promised, He was also able to do”.

A. Answer the following and write your answer on the blank.

1. Faith is _______________even without _____________.

2. I must know God ______________.
3. God created man in His image and ______________________.
4. God is the center of the whole world and my __________.
5. I should __________________God even though He does
not give me all that I ask for.

B. Summarize the clippings. Write it on a clean bond paper.

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Read the following statements carefully. Answer the following with a
YES or a NO. Write your answer on blank.

_______ 1. Do you believe in God without seeing Him?

_______ 2. Do you believe that we were created in God’s likeness?

_______ 3. Do you believe that the world was created out of God’s love?

_______ 4. Do you believe that God made everything in six days?

_______ 5. Do you find in nature a source of wonder and awe?

_______ 6. Do you believe that only God gives life?

_______ 7. Do you believe God even if He does not grant your wish?

_______ 8. Should you trust God even if calamities happen and good people

suffer?

_______ 9. If God asked you to give up all your toys for other kids, will

you do it?

_______ 10. Do you love God in spite of the hardship and trials you face?

_______ 11. Can you see God in the faces of those who are weak and poor?

_______ 12. Would you still believe in Him if after you have been good to all,

you got sick and had to stay in bed for a long time?

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Reflect
Why do we need to study the Bible?
A study of the Bible leads us to an awareness of God’s plan
of salvation that He made for us to be free from all types of evil. This
awareness shall guide and inspire us to live alive that is happy and
eternal with the Lord in heaven.

1. Choose your favorite verse in the Bible. Explain what the verse
means to you. Write your explanation on the blank.

Example: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not
lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him,
and He will make straight your paths.
(Proverbs 3:5-6)

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 God Knows Best
When God Said “No”

I asked God to take away my pride,

And God said, “No”
He said it was not for him to take
away I asked God to spare me pain,
But for me to give it up. And God said, “No”.
He said “Suffering draws you apart
I asked God to make my handicapped from worldly cares
child whole, And brings you closer to Me”
And God said, “No”.
He said her spirit is whole I asked God if He loved me,
Her body temporary. And God said, “Yes”.
He have me His only son who
I asked God to grant me patience, died for me
And I will be in heaven someday
And God said, “No”.
because I believed.
He said that patience is the by-
product of suffering: I asked God to help me love
It isn’t granted, it is earned. others as much as He loves me,
And God said, “Ah, finally the idea
I asked God to make my spirit grow, is now in you”.
And God said, “No”.
He said, I must grow on my own,
But he will prune me to make me
faithful.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. What should you remember about God from the poem?

2. Did you have a similar experience? What happened?

3. Who can take away pride- God or you? Support your answer.

4. Why did God not make the disabled child normal? Which is temporary the
body or the spirit?

5. Does God give us patience for free? Why? Why not?

6. What does God give, happiness or blessings?

7. How do we grow spiritually?

8. In what way do sufferings bring us closer to God?

9. What did God give us to prove His love for us?

10. Explain what God meant when He said that finally, the idea is in the mind
of the one asking to love his neighbor as God loves him.

God is known by different names-

Here are some of the most used names:

The Messiah The Supreme Being

El Shaddai Emmanuel
The Creator Allah
Jehovah Yahweh
Panginoon The Almighty

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A. Explain what each name stands for. Write you answer
on the blank.

1.The Messiah means _______________________________________.

2.The Creator means _______________________________________.
3.The Almighty means ______________________________________.
4. Panginoon means ________________________________________.
5. Yahweh means _________________________________________
6. Allah means _____________________________________________.
7. Jehovah means ___________________________________________
8. Yahweh stands for ________________________________________.
9. Emmanuel means _________________________________________
10. He is called the Supreme being because
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B. Answer the following questions.

1.Write down other names of God which are not in the list.
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2. Why are we taught to capitalize His name and all the words that refer to
Him?

3. Fill in the blanks.

a. I like to call God ____________________________
because___________________________________
b. God is very important to me because
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Answer the following.
Statement I don’t I doubt I
believe Believe
a. God gives us all that things we need.
b. God allows us to learn from our
mistakes.
c. God says “No” to us sometimes.
d. God hates sin but loves the sinner.
e. God loves the rich and the poor.
f. God loves all, so should I.
g. I should love and forgive my enemies.
h. God allows us to suffer so we be strong
spiritually.
i. God saves us from sin.
j. God loves me even when I doubted
Him.

Let’s try these

A. Write T if the statement is True , and write F if it is False. Write
your answer on the blank.

____________1. Christ will never be with us.

____________2. We feel the presence of Christ in our doctrine, morals, and
worship.
____________3. Christ asks us to love without end and without
discrimination.
____________4. Since we also believe in Jesus Christ, we are also his
disciples.
____________5. Jesus commanded His disciples to baptize and make
disciples of all nations.

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____________6. We only need to love those who love us.
____________7. Christ is truly with us when we do good things to other
people.
____________8. The presence of Jesus Christ can be felt only when we
pray.
____________9. Christ’s presence is not limited to His physical appearance.
____________10. Christ made a solemn promise that He will continue to be
with us.

B. How would you make others feel that Christ is truly with us.
Answer it.

1. In your family
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2. In your school
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3. In our country
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 God Blesses Us with His Gifts

God loves us all. He gives each one of us special gifts

which He expects us to use not only for our self-fulfillment
but also to share and contribute these to the welfare of our
fellow beings. God’s gifts differ from person to person. One
person compliments the other. But what is important is the
way you use your God-given talents.

From the list choose the things you enjoy doing and you are
capable of doing. Put a check on the blank.

____ 1. teaching dance moves ____ 11. riding a bike

____ 2. composing songs ____12. drawing people and animals
____ 3. singing ____13. excellent math skills.
____ 4. sewing and embroidering ____14. drawing landscaping
____ 5. painting walls ____15. cooking and running a
restaurant
____ 6. sketching people’s faces ____ 16. driving cars
____ 7. giving advice to people ____ 17. memorizing details of every
game
____ 8. playing musical instruments ____18. cracking jokes
____ 9. buying and selling goods ____ 19. writing short stories and
poem
____ 10. treating and caring for the sick
____20. can easily learn to
pronounce foreign words.
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A. God’s Gift of Free Will. Get a partner Read the following
dialogue in class.

A Dialogue on “Free Will”

Setting: In the school ground

Time: Recess

Characters: Rico and Carla - Grade 6 pupils

Rico: Carla, did you understand what our teacher said about “free
will”?

Carla: Yes. Teacher said God gave us the gift of free will so we are
free to choose to follow God’s will and His plan for us.

Rico: Why did God give us that gift?

Carla: Because He loves us so much.

Rico: If God loves us, why does He allow us to do wrong?

Carla: Now, teacher gave us the example of keeping a pet bird in the
age, whom the owner said he loves. The owner also said that
the bird chirps when he feeds it and that the bird loves him, too.
But the bird wants to be free to join other birds to look for
worms. So the owner sets the bird free.

Rico: Oh no. If I am the owner I will not set the bird free. It might not
come back anymore.

Carla: Our teacher said that the owner must set the bird free if he
loves it. And if the bird returns to the owner, that proves that
the bird loves him, too. Right?

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Rico: Yes, teacher compared the story of the bird to God’s gift of free
will, so we can choose to follow Him or not. If we follow His will,
then God knows that we love Him. If you don’t follow Him,
teacher said God is taking the risk because if there is no risk,
there is no true love. Teacher explained also that God allows
us to go astray and do wrong so we can show whether we love
Him or not. If we choose Him over committing sin, then He is
sure that we love Him.

Carla: Where did Teacher get that explanation?

Rico: She said she read it from the Kerygma - an inspirational

magazine.

Carla: Oh yes. I also see my mother reading it.

(The bell rang and the two rushed to their lines)

B. Answer the following. Write agree or disagree on the blank.

_______ 1. God has plans for each one of us.

_______ 2. God allows men to go astray so that men will know to call upon

Him.

_______ 3. We can show we love God by following His will.

_______ 4. God is all-knowing.

_______ 5. If we do His will in the right time, the Lord in His own time will

reward us.

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C. There are certain character traits that a happy and successful
person has. Which of the following traits do you think you have.
You may ask your family and friends if they see these in you or if
there are other traits they see that you do not notice. Put a check
on the blank.

___ cheerful ___ irritable

___ dependable ___ not dependable
___ patient ___ impatient
___ punctual ___ always late
___ hardworking ___ rest more than work
___ responsible ___ irresponsible
___ helpful ___ would rather play
___ finishes what is started ___ leaves work undone
___ generous ___ seldom shares

1. How many positive traits do you have? List some…

2. How many negative traits do you have? List some…
3. Are you satisfied with the way you are now? Why? Why not?
4. What can you do with your negative traits?
5. What can you with your positive traits?

D. What does God expect you to do with the gifts and talents which
He gave you? Fill in the missing letters to form important words on
the blank.

1. I will use of my talents to make others h_ _ _ y.

2. I will sh_ _ e my gifts, money, food or clothes with the poor and less
fortunate.
3. I will not waste my talents by being l _ _ y.
4. I will d _ v _ _ _ p my talents to the best I can.
5. I will t _ _ _ k and p _ _ _ _ e God for His gifts.
6. I will en_ _ _ _ _ _ e others to be proud of their talents.

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 Read the following statements carefully. Encircle the letter of the
correct answer.

1. God made you so bright in Math. How will you use this gift?

a. Do the homework of your classmates.

b. Let your classmates copy during exams.
c. Teach those who needs help after class.

2. Your parents are rich. They give you more than enough daily allowance.
You have a classmate who is very poor and goes to school without food
for lunch. What will you do?

a. Share my sandwiches with her/him.

b. Tell her/him to beg for help first, before I give
c. Don’t mind if she/he is hungry.

3. Many say you look good. You think you are pretty/ handsome. Your
classmates and playmates envy you. What should you tell them?

a. “Blame your parents if you are ugly.”

b. Outside appearances are only good while we are young.
c. It is better to have a good character than just a pretty face.

4. If you belong to a prominent family. How should you behave?

a. Do anything you please.

b. Uphold the good name of your family.
c. Bully people because your family will protect you.

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Go For It

God loves us so much that He blessed us

with this body and this life. We learned from the Bible
that God made everything. He created the heaven
and the earth. And He created humans– like you and
me.
We are made in God’s image. He also
gave us the gift of spirit that wants to know God and
His wonderful plans for us.
God knows everything about us. He
knows what we think and do, what we say and
believe in. We are not accidents. We are part of
God’s intricate plan.

Divide the class into four groups. Answer the following question.

1. What are your abilities? List them down.

2. Give ways to nurture them.

Reflect
Reflect on what areas of your personality and physical appearance
you are struggling to accept. Write a prayer to God about this.

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 Living and Understanding
God’s Words
Read and Make the Bible your friend.
The bible contains the mind of God, the state of man, the doom of
sinners, the way to salvation and the happiness of heaven.
Read it to be wise, believe it to be saved, practice it to be holy. It is the
light that will direct you, food to support you and comfort to cheer you.
It is the traveler’s map, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword and
the Christian’s charter.
It should fill your memory, rule your heart and guide your feet.
(Adapted from : Gideon’s International)

Do you know God is the best source of values? How well do you
understand His Ten Commandments? Let God’s word guide you
throughout your entire life.

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The Ten Commandments

I. I am the Lord thy God. Thou shall not have other gods before me.
II. You shall not take the name of the Lord in vain.
III. Remember to keep holy the Sabbath day.
IV. Honor thy father and thy mother.
V. You shall not kill.
VI. You shall not commit adultery.
VII. You shall not steal.
VIII. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
IX. You shall not covet thy neighbor’s wife.
X. You shall not desire anything that belongs to your neighbor.

A. Write the number of the commandment described. Then write

obeyed or violated . Number 1 is done for you.

7-violated 1) A man holds-up a taxi driver and buys his wife a birthday
present.

_________2) Your family and helpers go to church on Sundays and you do

not let them do heavy work. They may take the day off.

_________3) You found a 100-peso bill in the kitchen. Nobody was around.
You thought of spending it to play in an on-line computer
games at the nearby computer café but you remembered one
of God’s commandments so you put it in your mom’s drawer.

_________4) Your parents scolded you for coming home late again. You
answered back, walked off to your room and slammed the door
shut.
_________5) Your grandfather goes to church every morning. He says “seek
God first and all the blessings will follow.”
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_________6) There was a fire raging across the street. People in panic run
out of their houses with whatever they could carry. A fireman
coming out of a house was seen carrying a TV set. He carried it
straight to their fire truck.

_________7) The school is inviting all parents for the school’s acquaintance
party. Greg thought of not letting his parents know about it
because they are mere market vendors. His schoolmates’ and
parents are professionals and are well-to-do. He is ashamed of
his parents.

_________8) You saw the school helper takes your classmates new lunch
box but he denied he took it when he was asked.

_________9) Swearing to God and crossing his fingers, Totoy said:

Peksman, mamatay man mga kapatid ko!

_________10) Mr. Jackson’s wife died a long time ago. He is asking Alice,
his neighbor in Pampanga to live with him in the states. Alice is
married to a sailor who is always away.

B. God wants us to understand the wisdom of His words. In the bible,

the book of proverbs guides believers to practice wise and right
conduct.
Read the following. Choose and box the letter of the correct answer.

1. Listen to your father who begot you and despise not your mother when
she is old
(Proverbs 23: 22 ). This value is related to
a . Obedience and respect
b . Politeness
c . Helpfulness

2. A son who fills the granaries in summer is a credit; a son who slumbers
during harvest is a disgrace ( Proverbs 10: 5 ). In seedtime, the sluggard
plows not. When he looks for the harvest, it is not there ( Proverbs 20:
4). Love not sleep, lest you be reduced to poverty; eyes wide open
mean abundant food ( Proverbs 20:13 )

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 The proverbs above tells us-
a. To be industrious and not to be lazy
b. To sleep less
c. To love poverty

3. The wicked man flees although no one pursues him; but the just man,
like a lion, feels sure of himself ( Proverbs 28:10 ). This implies-
a. The fear of a bad man
b. The confidence of a good man
c. The piece of mind of a man whose conscience is clean.

4. An ill-tempered man stirs up disputes, and a hot-tempered man is the

cause of many sins ( Proverbs 29:22 ). This teaches us –
a. To control our temper and avoid troubles
b. That being bad tempered is not good
c. That anger is sinful

5. Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting; the woman who fears the
Lord is to be praised ( Proverbs 31:30 ). This warns us-
a. Charm and beauty fade the woman who fears God is better
b. Charm and beauty are false
c. Charm and beauty can lead to sin

6. Say not to your neighbor, “Go and come again, tomorrow I will give”,
when you can give at once (Proverbs 3:28) This means that:
a. You must not delay or postpone giving help;
b. Invite your neighbor tomorrow because you are busy today;
c. Accept your neighbor when they knock at your door;

7. Go to the ant, O sluggard, study her ways and learn wisdom, for though
she has no chief or commander, she secures her food in summer, stores
up her provisions in the harvest (Proverbs 6:6-8) This means that:
a. The ant is a wise and busy insect;
b. The ant works independently;
c. We should imitate the ant who saves up for rainy days

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8. False scales are disliked by the Lord, but a full weight is His delight
(Proverbs 11:1) This means that:
a. God wants us to be honest;
b. Vendors must not use false scales;
c. God is happy when we are honest.

9. Train the boy in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not
swerve from it; (Proverbs 22:6). This means that:
a. Training a child on the right path should be given early;
b. A child trained on the right behavior will behave right till old
age;
c. Train the child to walk straight ahead and he will not get lost.

10. He who has compassion on the poor lends to the Lord, and He will
repay him for his good deed. (Proverbs 19:17) This means:
a. The Lord loves the rich who are good to the poor;
b. God repays people who have deep sympathy for another’s
suffering or misfortune;
c. God is good and kind to the poor.

11. A good name is more desirable than great riches and high esteem than
gold and silver (Proverbs 22:1). It teaches us:
a. To value a good name because it is far better than wealth and
fame;
b. To value a good name because it will give us money and
honor;
c. To value a good name because it is the only property you have
for being poor.

12. As one face differs from another, so does one human heart from another
(Proverbs 27:19) This teaches us that:
a. As people differ in appearance, they also tend to differ in
kindheartedness;
b. People have different faces and different heartaches.
c. People see things differently

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13. Entrust your works to the Lord and your plans will succeed.
(Proverbs16:3). The value embedded in this is:
a. Trust
b. Obedience
c. Success

14. Keep my commandments, do not forget, go not astray from the word of
my mouth (Proverbs 4:5). God tells us:
a. To remember his words and His commandments;
b. Not be forgetful;
c. Not to take the wrong path.

15. Happy is the man who finds God’s wisdom, for his profit is better than
silver and gold (Proverbs 3:13-14). What is valued here is God’s:
a. Wisdom
b. Generosity
c. Love

Check under the proper column whether the action in the

sentence is right or wrong.

ATTITUDE RIGHT WRONG

1) Get the ballpen of your seatmate when she is not
looking.
2) To wish that your enemy get hit by a car.
3) Run away from home when you are scolded by your
parents.
4) Rudely answer back your teacher.
5) Apologize to anybody whom you hurt.
6) Return things you borrowed.
7) Say thank you when you are done a favor.
8) Speak politely even if they shout at you.
9) Follow orders even if you find it hard.
10) Slam the door behind you, if you are upset.

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Go For It

The essence of the Commandments maybe

gleaned from these two verses:

“ Love God with all your heart, with all your

mind, with all your strength and with all your soul.”
“ Love your neighbor as you love yourself.”

Every family must pass on the Ten Commandments to the

children. This must be done generation to generation. God commanded that
this be so. Copy and write down two actions that show fulfillment of our
duties on each commandment on your notebook.

Ten Commandments Actions that fulfill

God’s Commandments
1. I am the Lord your God. You shall have
no other Gods but me.
2. You must respect the Lord’s name.
3. Keep holy the Lord’s day.
4. Honor your father and your mother.
5. You shall not kill.

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 Ten Commandments Actions that fulfill
God’s Commandments
6. You shall not commit adultery.

7. You shall not steal.

8. You shall not accuse your neighbors

falsely.

9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.

10. You shall not covet your neighbor’s

property.

Go For It
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (John 14:15)
When the people accepted the Lord’s instructions, the Decalogue
became a covenant between people and God. The first three commands
focus on our duties to God, and the last seven, on our duties toward our
neighbors. This govern our conduct toward God and others around us.
On one bond paper, make a reflection essay. Discuss what could
possibly happen to our personal and community lives if we do not obey God.

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 Seeking God’s Help in Prayer
Prayer is a spiritual communion with God. It is the raising up of
mind and heart to the object of worship. When one prays, he usually
requests or offers devout petition, praise, thanks, contrition or adoration.

Read the following examples of prayers taken from the Bible’s

book of Psalms and prayer books.

Act of Love Act of Faith

Oh, God, I love You with my whole heart Lord, I firmly believe all the truths
above all things, because you are so good, You have revealed in the Bible and
and for Your sake, I’ll love my neighbor You have taught us in Your Words
as I love myself for You are the truth

Act of Contrition

O God, I’m sorry with my whole

heart for all my sins,
Because You are goodness
itself and sin is an Offense
against You. Therefore, I firmly
resolve with the Help of Your
grace not to sin again and to
avoid the occasion of sin
Prayer for Generosity

Lord teach me to be generous.

Teach me to serve You as You deserve
To give and not to count the cost
To fight and not to heed the wounds
To toil and not to seek for rest
To labor and ask for no reward except
That of knowing that I do Your will.

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 Prayer Before Work

Father, may everything we do begin with

Your inspiration, and continue with Your
saving help. Let our work always find its
origin
in You, and through You, reach completion.

When do you pray? Copy these on your notebook and check

your answers.

I pray when -

________ 1. I am sick.
________ 2. I am in danger.
________ 3. I want something which no one can give me.
________ 4. Any member of my family is ill.
________ 5. The teacher I like is leaving us for another school.
________ 6. Before taking a test
________ 7. Before and after meals.
________ 8. I have no money.
________ 9. My parents quarrel.
________10. I flunk a test and I fear I might get a failing grade.

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A. In one colored paper write your own prayer of
thanksgiving to God.

__________________________________________

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B. Find the following words in the maze. Encircle them.

Faith Adoration Trust Thanksgiving Hope

Contrition Generosity Prayer

O C T O P U D S F A I T H A N D S A T F
W O N D E R B I R D R A N K U H O M R A
U N T O W A R D S O V I X E N U U E U L
S T R U E G E N E R O S I T Y M N R E S
A R R I V E D A T A H M A W M C H I L E
M I N E L L Y I M T I O M A A L B C Y H
E T S F O R E Y G I S M O L Y F O A F O
N I U A O O S O G O T A K A O F M N P O
G O S R D R S T E N O A L N R O M I R D
O N O T R T G E U Z R N A G V R B D A L
D E S I R E X I J X Y T H N I E E O Y I
T H A N K S G I V I N G A O L H O P E M
E S A E T N S P Y E S O M K M I O L R P
E I G H I A Y R S A N G E K E K A B R A
T N Y V C C O A C E E E O P U M U T O T
T G L E R B C O C F O T S A B A Y T K I
M E L E V Y T S C A H U L S A M E A B C
K Y M L M I J K A N I M A L S G S E X B
K X W A L A A A F U L L O T R U S T D O
A R F M E O W B A A H I S S S B E E T K

Read the following questions. Answer with Yes or No.

Write the answers on the blank.

_________ 1. Do you thank God on your birthday?

_________ 2. Do you thank God when you wake up to a new and
beautiful day?

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_________ 3. Do you ask God’s forgiveness if you have done something

wrong?

_________ 4. Do you pray and ask God to teach you to be generous and

kind to others?

_________ 5. Do you pray to God to guide you in doing your tasks and

help you finish what you have begun?

_________ 6. Do you pray before traveling?

_________ 7. Do you pray to ask God to help you review for the

examination?

_________ 8. Do you pray for deliverance from danger?

_________ 9. Do you pray when you are sick?

_________ 10. Do you pray for those who had passed away?

_________ 11. Do you pray for enlightenment when you are confused?

_________ 12. Do you thank God for your family, friends,

schoolmates, teachers and neighbors?

_________ 13. Do you pray when you are very happy?

_________ 14. Do you pray for your enemies?

_________ 15. Do you pray that you will learn to be patient?

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Reflect
Make an Acrostic prayer. Each letter in the “theme word” is
used as the beginning letter of another word or sentence. Write about
how will you thank God for all the blessings. Begin your prayer with
each letter of “BLESSINGS.”

Heavenly Father,
We heart fully thank You for
All the blessings you’ve given to Us
In thanks giving, we ask :

B ___________________________________________________________

L ___________________________________________________________

E ___________________________________________________________

S ___________________________________________________________

S ___________________________________________________________

I ____________________________________________________________

N ___________________________________________________________

G ___________________________________________________________

S ___________________________________________________________

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 Praising and Thanking God

God sends us a steady flow of blessings each second that we

breathe. We give thanks and praise Him because we want to express
ourselves as grateful recipients of His gifts.
Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Christians and other sects give thanks to God
before and after meals. In the Catholic mass and in the church services of
other religious denominations, giving thanks and praises are clearly
expressed. The priest or church leader may say: “Let us give thanks to the
Lord our God.” The people will say: “It is right to give Him thanks and
praise”.
These declarations are admissions of man’s needs for God. Without Him,
we are nothing. We need Him in joy and in pain, in success and in failure.

Answer the following questions.

1. Is it right to give thanks to God? Why?

2. Does God need our praises? Why or why not?

3. Do you believe that all things even if we work hard for it, comes from
God?

4. Do you believe that God is with you all the time?

5. What most of all , do you thank God for?

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A. Make a list of the blessings you have received from God and see
how long the list goes.

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_____________________________________________________________

B. List down persons you consider a blessing of God to your life.

_____________________________________________________________
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_____________________________________________________________

C. Write down words of praise you can say to God.

_____________________________________________________________
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Check the life experiences you had knowing that God was always there
with you and for you.

_______ 1. Awarded first prize in a declamation contest.

_______ 2. My parents separated but reconciled.

_______ 3. Recovered from lingering illness.

_______ 4. Won in a spelling contest.

_______ 5. Given kind, industrious and understanding teachers and

parents.

_______6. My eldest brother who helps me in my schooling got

promoted.

_______7. Narrowly escaped death from a bus accident.

_______8. Got a passing grade in Math which is my difficult subject.

_______9. Godparents gave me money to buy a new pair of shoes.

_______10. Befriended an enemy who wronged me three years ago.

_______11. Felt good after praying and asking pardon for my sins.

_______12. Helped my elderly neighbor carry her basket of fruits.

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 Respecting Beliefs Other
than Yours

If your parents are Catholics, they will bring you up

according to the doctrines of the Catholic beliefs. The
same upbringing is true with other religions like the
Aglipayans, Iglesia Ni Cristo, Protestants, Seventh Day
Adventists, Jehovah’s Witness and Islam of the Muslims.
These various religions somewhat differ in their beliefs
and interpretation of the Bible. They may also differ in their
manner of worshipping or calling God.

Answer the following questions.

1. What is your religion?

2. Draw your religious symbols.
3. Explain what your symbols stand for.

4. What book do you derive God’s words from?

5. Check the religious practices you follow.

[a] Pray daily upon waking up in the morning and before going to sleep
at night.

[b] Pray before and after meals.

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 [c] Read the Holy scriptures/ book.

[d] Know the commandments of God.

[e] Observe days of fasting.

[f] Confess your sins.

[g] Participate in processions.

[h] Do novenas.

[i] Attend fellowships/ prayer meeting.

A. Write R if the statement is Right and W if the statement is Wrong.

______ 1. Criticize the manner of other religions worship.

______ 2. Avoid playing with someone not of your religion.
______ 3. Ignore the opinion of a protestant even if he is right.
______ 4. Respect the beliefs of your Iglesia ni Kristo believer.
______ 5. Fight over a religious belief.
______ 6. Tell one saying the rosary while in the bus that he/she is a
hypocrite or a show-off.
______ 7. Be friendly with others whose religious beliefs differ from yours.
______ 8. Do not receive Holy Communion from a priest or a
minister who is not from your faith.
______ 9. Laugh at people who wipe and kiss statues of saints.
______ 10. Just say nothing to people whose manner of worship and
religion are different to show that you respect them.
______ 11. Don’t wear mini-skirts or shorts inside the church.
______ 12. Talk and laugh aloud during religious ceremonies.

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Unit Test
I. True or False. Read the following statements carefully. Write True if
the statement is correct, and False if it is incorrect.

_________ 1. God made you.

_________ 2. You see God in all the things around you.
_________ 3. Faith is believing, hoping and trusting God although you
don’t see Him.
_________ 4. God can be seen in the church only.
_________ 5. You can see God in the face of a hungry child.
_________ 6. No one can please God without faith in Him.
_________ 7. Not all men are given gifts by God.
_________ 8. Respect the religious beliefs of others.
_________ 9. You can please God and show you love Him by obeying
His Ten Commandments.
_________ 10. Swearing in God’s name brings you closer to Him.

II. Which of the following God expects you to do? Put a heart on the
blank.

_________ 1. Help the old, the hungry, the weak and the poor.
_________ 2. Live by faith.
_________ 3. Hate your enemies.
_________ 4. Share your God given gifts with others.
_________ 5. Honor your parents by obeying them always.
_________ 6. Blame Him when things are not up to our liking.
_________ 7. Respect the religious beliefs of others.
_________ 8. Be rich and comfortable, not minding the less fortunate.
_________ 9. Do not use His name in vain.
_________10. Continue trusting God and hoping to be pleasing in His
eyes.

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III. Match column A with column B. Write the letter of your choice on the
blank.
A. B.
____ 1. Believing without seeing A. Prayer
____ 2. Keep Holy the Sabbath Day B. Islam
____ 3. A manner of communication and
getting closer to God. C. Faith
____ 4. The Supreme Being D. A commandment
____ 5. A God-given talent E. Koran
____ 6. The mind and words of God F. Bible
____ 7. God’s creation G. God
____ 8. Place of worship H. Church
____ 9. Muslim’s bible I. A good singing voice
____10.Heeded God’s warning and built J. The world, man and
a big boat. animals
____11.Muslim religion K. Noah

IV.Read this prayer and silently feel its message. Then, answer the
activity that follows on the next slide.

Lord, make me an instrument of your For it is in giving, that we receive,

peace It is in pardoning that we are
Where there is hatred, let me show pardoned
love And it is in dying that we are
Where there is injury, pardon Born to eternal life.
Where there is doubt, faith
Where there is despair , hope St. Francis of Assisi
Where there is darkness, light
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master, grant that I may not

so much seek
To be consoled, as to console
To be understood, as to understand
To be loved as to love.

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Fill in the blanks. Write your answer with the correct answer on the
blank.

1. The prayer of St. Francis is a prayer for ___________________.

2. When somebody hates you, give him _______________ in return.
3. ________________ those who hurt you.
4. When friend fails and feels sad, give him words of
_________________.
5. When you are troubled, should you wait for somebody to
_________________ you?
6. Which is better, to be understood or to ____________?
7. What do you ask God to grant you, to be loved or for you to
______________?
8. Which is better to __________________ or to receive?

9. If a president ___________________ a prisoner, will he also be

pardoned? Who will pardon him? _____________

10. Do you believe that after ______________________ we shall be

born again in heaven?

V. Explain why God should be the first among the list of important
someone in your life.

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Good Manners and
Right Conduct

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 Values We Accumulate As
We Grow

As you grow older and know the people around you, you start
talking, dressing and behaving the way they do. There are many factors
within you and the environment that influence your values.

Values are the things, ideas, beliefs or principles you consider

very important and useful to you as well as to others. They are standards for
judging people, things and events. They are the principles you believe in that
serve as your guide in behaving, resolving conflicts and giving direction to
fruitful and meaningful life.

At this stage of your life, your feelings count a lot when you give
importance to the many things around you. It is a normal process of
defining your character. Issues are seen with more color because of
emotions. After all, life is meaningful when it is colorful.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. What are values?

2. How do we earn or collect values?

3. Are all values good? Why or Why not?

4. What set of values do the TV and Computer give you to?

5. Do teachers in your school develop your values to pursue your interests

and your goals?

6. What are the importance of Values?

7. Who motivates us to make success and wisdom the primary set of

values which should matter?

A. Write the letter of the values that you consider most important to
you. Box the letter of your choice.

1. Physical Being
a. appearance b. health c. strength

2. Mental Being
a. reasoning b. summarizing c. memorizing

3. Social Being
a. aggressiveness b. loner c. cooperativeness

4. Emotional Being
a. love for self b. love for fellowmen c. love for parents

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5. Value that will make you happy
a. money b. beauty c. finished college

You and Your Emotions

Emotions are stirred-up feelings which can make or unmake
your day or even your life.

B. Copy and complete the following on your notebook.

1. I laugh when ___________ 6. I feel jealous when ___________

2. I get angry when ________ 7. I rejoice when ______________
3. I feel sad when _________ 8. I sympathize with ____________
4. I am happy when _______ 9. I worry about _______________
5. I feel ashamed when ____ 10. I feel afraid when __________

C. Copy the following on your notebook and check the items which
describe you best emotionally.

______ 1. easily get upset ______ 6. sensitive to criticism

______ 2. emotionally stable ______ 7. easily cries
______ 3. irritable ______ 8. very self-conscious
______ 4. cheerful ______ 9. fearful of many things
______ 5. moody ______ 10. complaining always

D. On your notebook, draw the facial expression you can associate

yourself with.

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Rate yourself. Check (/) the number if YES , cross (X) if NO.

1.] What I feel about issues should matter.

2.] My relatives are the right people to teach values regarding failures.

3.] Values will make a better person out of me.

4.] Values are lessons that set standards of good behavior.

5.] Values are your standards to judge people.

Reflect
Copy and answer the following on your notebook.

POSITIVE TRAITS NEGATIVE TRAITS

E. Make an essay by answering the question “How can I prepare myself

for a fulfilling life?

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 A Unique Individual
The Moth and the Star
By James Thurber

A young and impressionable moth once set his heart on a certain

star. He told his mother about this and she counseled him to set his heart on
a bridge lamp instead.
“Stars aren’t the things to hang around,” she said. “Lamps are
the things to hang around.
“You get nowhere that way, “ said the moth’s father. “you don’t go
anywhere chasing stars.
But the moth would not heed the words of either parent. Every
evening at dusk when the star came out, he would start flying toward it and
every morning at dawn, he would crawl back home, worn out, with his vain
endeavor.
One day, his father said to him, “You haven’t burned a wing in
months, boy, and it seems to me that you are never going to. All your
brothers have been badly burned flying around street lamps and all your
sisters have been terribly singed flying around house lamps. Come on , now.
Get out of here and get yourself scorched! A big strapping moth like you
without a mark on him!
The moth left his father’s house, but he would not fly around
street lamps and he would fly around house lamps. He went on trying to
reach the star, which was four and one-third light years, or twenty-trillion
miles away. The moth thought it was just caught in the top branches of an
elm.
He never did reach the star, but he went right away on trying, night
after night. And when he was very, very old moth, he began to think that he
had really reached the star and he went around saying so. This gave him a
deep and lasting pleasure, and he lived to a great old age. His parents and
his brothers and sisters had all been burned to death when they were quite
young.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. What made the moth different from his parents and siblings?

2. Would you dare to be different like the moth? Why or Why not?

3. What does it mean to be burned in life?

4. Do you want to be different from other members of your family, as well?

5. How would you feel about not reaching your goal or ambitions in life?

6. If the moth outlived his parents, is it ok for him to lie to other moths that
he reached the moon?

In one colored paper;

A. Paste your latest photo and your family picture or picture of your
brother or friend.

MY LATEST PHOTO MY FAMILY/BROTHER/FRIEND

B. Write your similarities and differences based on the picture in

Activity A.

Ex:both have broad shoulders Ex: I am tall she is short

______________________ ______________________
______________________ ______________________

C. What have you discovered about yourself?

___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

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 Answer the following questions ..

1. How similar are you to the following persons?

a. Father
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

b. Mother
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

c. Sister
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

d. Brother
_______________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

2. How different are you to the following persons?

a. Father
__________________________________________________________
b. Mother
__________________________________________________________
c. Sister
__________________________________________________________

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 d. Brother
__________________________________________________________

3. Are you happy being similar to your family members?

____________________________________________________________

4. What do you feel about being different from them?

____________________________________________________________

5. Do you want to be different from others? Why or Why not?

____________________________________________________________

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 What I Already Know

You are in Grade 6, and at your age, you already know many things
about yourself. It will be good to record all of the things that you know of
YOU, which you can look back on later when you’re an adult.

Answer the following questions.

1. How did you look like when you were a baby?

____________________________________________________________
2. Are you a healthy or a sickly child?
____________________________________________________________
3. What is the most interesting things did your parents and family members
say about you?
____________________________________________________________

In one colored paper;

A. Paste your baby and latest picture.

MY BABY PICTURE MY LATEST PICTURE

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B. List down the following details about your picture it.

1. How old are you when this picture was taken?

___________________________________________________________

2. Do you look like your Mother or Father?

___________________________________________________________

3. What then are your favorite foods?

___________________________________________________________

4. What are your favorite subjects and why?

___________________________________________________________

5. Who helps you with your homework?

___________________________________________________________

6. When you have a problem, who do you run to?

___________________________________________________________

7. Aside from your school books what other materials do you like to read?
___________________________________________________________

8. What is your religion?

___________________________________________________________

9. Do you and your family go to church regularly?

___________________________________________________________

10. What are your good character traits?

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C. Write a paragraph putting together all the things about yourself.

I Know My Self and I Know

What I Can Do
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 For you what is the most important and the least important ? Rank the
most as 1st and the least as 5th. Write your answer on the blank.

_______1. What people think about you?

_______2. How cool are you?
_______3. How courteous and friendly are you?
_______4. How intelligent are you?
_______5. How helpful are you?

Reflect
Copy and complete the evaluation sheet below on your notebook and
discuss in the class.

Some of my strength _________________________________

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
______________________ I feel __________________________________
____________________________________________about my strengths.

Some of my weaknesses are __________________________

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
______________________ I feel __________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
about my limitations.

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I would like to change________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________

I can do this by ____________________________________________

_________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________
___________________

I am different from my classmates because ______________

_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
________________________________

Names are Interesting

Did you know how your parents named you or how your name
was derived? Do you know that some names come from good character
traits like “Honesto” - from the trait “honest”, Modesta from “modest”? If you
ask your parents where they got your name, sometimes they will say they
don’t remember anymore, so here is a list of the possible sources of names:

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 NAME SOURCES

1. The calendar - ex. April, May Augusto (August)

2. Names of planets and heavenly bodies - ex. Venus, Estrella
3. Heroes - Ex. Jose Rizal, Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Jacinto
4. Biblical characters - Ex. Joshua, Peter, Matthew, John, Paul, Simon
5. Flowers - Flora, Rose, Violeta
6. Initials of Parents - E.J.; J.R.; P.J.
7. Character traits and virtue - Modesto, Honesta;
8. Names of deceased Grandparents - Lino, Lorenzo, Matias, Caridad
9. Favorite actors and Actresses - Sharon, Sarah, Maricel
10. Names of Saints - John, Mary, Agnes

Answer the following questions.

1. Who gave you your name?

2. Where did they derived your name from? Does your name mean
anything?

3. Would it have mattered to you if your name were taken after a saint,
calendar, or a biblical character?

4. Do you like your name? Why?

5. Would you change your name if you could? If so, what name would you
have liked for yourself?

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A. Make your own story about your name. Do this on a clean bond
paper.

The Story of My Name

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

B. Answer the following and choose your answers from the box
below.

1. Our names _______________ us from one another.

2. All names are ____________ until you do something bad to destroy it.

3. A name can attain immortality if the person who owns it did something
______________or something hard to forget.

4. Names of tyrants, dictators, mass murderers are remembered because

of their __________________ deeds.

5. Cup cakes, sweetie honey, darling are terms of ____________ which

are substituted to names of people close to us.

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C. Write an acrostic for your name and nickname inside the box.
great good distinguish
endearment terrible

D. In your notebook, copy and answer this question. If you were to

pick your own name, What will it be?

Name ______________________________________
Surname __________________________________
Nicknames ________________________________

Answer the following. If your answer is YES put a check on the number
and a cross if your answer is NO.
1. I like my name.

2. I like how my friends call me.

3. I want a foreign sounding name.

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4. I want to use my mothers’ surname.

5. I do not want to be addressed by my surname only.

6. I am proud of my family name.

7. I will make sure not to tarnish the good name of my father.

8. I want my name to be remembered for being good to others.

Personality Building

Your whole self and your values make up your personality.

Personality is the sum total of the physical, mental, social, emotional and
moral characteristics of a person. One’s personality may be described as
pleasing, strong, weak or aversive. Personality is pleasing if you have
many likeable qualities; strong if you can influence others to follow you;
weak if you can’t make others obey you, and aversive if people keep away
or avoid you because of some undesirable traits.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. What kind of a person am I?

2. Is my personality pleasing, strong, weak or aversive?

3. Do I like who I am presently?

4. What adjustments to my personality can I do now?

5. What do people like about my personality?

A. I know the following about. Do this on your notebook.

1. My Spiritual Self ( Tell about your beliefs, religion and values like love and
fear of God, love of fellow men, etc.
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

2. My Physical Self (Appearance, health, foods liked and disliked, etc.)

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

3. My Intellectual self (Intelligence, mental strength, and weaknesses,

meaning of my name, honors and awards, etc.)
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

4. My Emotional Self ( feelings of joy, love, sorrow, anger, jealousy, etc. )

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

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5. My Social Self ( Loves to be alone, go out with friends, meet people, etc.)
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

6. My Moral Self (Values of honesty, truth, etc.)

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

B. Write a summary of your whole self and your values.

Do this on a clean bond paper.

Check the column that best describes you.

Pleasing Aversive Strong weak

1. Physically

2. Emotionally

3. Socially
4. Mentally

5.Morally/ Spiritually

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Reflect
Copy and answer this in clean index card.

A. List down a motto for each of the items below.

My Personal Beliefs

Life:
Love:
Learning:
Friendship:
Cleanliness:
Honesty:
Relationship:
God
Others:

B. Make a poster of the best motto or belief that you think you live by.
Do this on ½ cartolina.

C. Explain this: “We cannot achieve Unity without Integrity”.

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 Valuing Points

Each day, as you live, you will find yourself in situations where
you will have to make a choice or make decisions. There are times when
you think you made wrong choice and faulty decisions because you may
have done so in a spur of the moment or without even thinking. After which,
you grieve over the outcomes, you regret what you did, and become
disgusted. This is the reason why you need to learn the valuing process.

What are VALUES?

They are standards, the determiners of our attitudes, opinions

and perceptions. “What a person values is what considers himself as
worthwhile.”

Values have uses. They help us determine whether we like

something or not, whether it is important or not. With this values, a person
can plan his life, set his goals, and adapt to the culture he belongs.

Common Classification of Values

1. General Values – values which reflect a society’s orientation and with

are accepted by the majority.
Example: humanism, sense of nationhood, democratic way of life
2. Personal Values – the individual interpretation of general values.
Example: honesty, fairness, clarity, courtesy, self-discipline

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Classification on who exercises the Values

1. Personal – individual
2. Group – bayanihan
3. Societal – justice, respect for human rights, human dignity

The valuing process consists of three major steps or a 7-point criteria.

First – Choosing

a. Choose freely. Don’t ask anyone to choose for you.

b. Choose from a variety of alternatives.
c. Choose after thoughtful consideration of the consequences of each
alternative.

Second – Prizing

a. Cherish and be happy with what you have chosen.

b. Affirm publicly - let other people know your choice and decision. Do
not be ashamed of it.

Third – Acting
a. Do what you have chosen or decided upon.
b. Do this repeatedly in life situations.

Example of a problem situation:

Your father is the only breadwinner of the family. He

supports three of you, his children, and your Mother who
basically stays at home. One day, he fell ill, and needed
care and attention. Your Mother, who never worked at all,
was suddenly left with the task of providing for the family.
She resorted to applying as a Domestic Helper in
Singapore, and asked all three children (the eldest is in
2nd year high school, you - who is in Grade 6, and the
youngest is in Grade 4) to stop school, and take care of
your sick father.
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I -Here are the alternative solutions you must have thought of:

1. Not quit school, instead borrow money from rich relatives and help take
care of your sick father after school hours.

2. Not allow your Mother to leave, instead, she stays and takes care of him
while the three of you look for part-time work in the morning and study in
the afternoon.

3. Stop studying and allow Mother to work as a domestic helper.

4. The three children agree to share in the caring of your father while
Mother tries to look for a job but not overseas.

5. Allow Mother to work as a waitress or laundrywoman so you can go to

school.

II. Let your parents know of your decision and feel right about it.

III. Act or execute your decision.

Learning about Value Conflicts

People’s values differ . What may be important to you is not as

important to your brothers, sister or classmates.. When your values do not
agree with theirs, that is called a value conflict.

There are two kinds:

Interpersonal
when your values disagree with other people’s values.

Intrapersonal
when values disagree within yourself.

Conflicts of values is normal. It does not imply who is more right than
the other. It just implies who you are and what is important to you at present.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. Do you let others know the choices you made?

2. Do you ask somebody else to choose for you?

3. Can you make your own decisions?

4. Do you act in line with the choices that you make in life?

A. Check the kind of value conflict in each problem situations

presented.

Problem Situations Interpersonal Intrapersonal

1. Your wealthy cousins from the

province came to visit you. During a
meal, your cousin asked you why you
let your maids join your family on the
table. Your helpers have been loyal
and good to you. You told your cousin
that it is not wrong to be good to
helpers and that you can do whatever
you believe is right in your home.
2. You believe in fairness but your
teacher adviser is playing favorites.
You are not sure if you should
complain to the principal
3. You and your bother caught the maid
using your mother’s things. Your
brother says he will tell your mother
about it, but you believe she should be
given a chance to change.

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A. Copy and answer the following on your notebook.

1. Suppose you are made to choose. Which of the following will you value
most?

a. Money or wealth
b. Education
c. Health

2. Complete the following with alternative reasons.

A.) If I value money or wealth
Ex. I can buy what I want.
_____________________________________________
B.) If I value education,
Ex. I can get a better paying Job.
____________________________________________
C.) If I value health
Ex. I will not get sick.
____________________________________________

C. If you were to choose your friend, which of the following

character traits must he/she possess? Choose your answer from
the character traits listed below. Copy the statement and support
your answer.
1. religious 3. generous
2. helpful 4. brave

I will choose or prefer to have a ________________ friend because

___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

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D. Underline your choice in each item.

1.Place to go on weekends
( a.) province (b.) mall (c.) park

2.Things to do in your room

(a.) clean (b.) sleep (c.) play

3. What to give on mothers’ day

(a.) flowers (b.) card (c.) gift

4. What kind of movie to watch

(a.) horror/mystery (b.) comedy (c.) C.G.animation

5. Things to buy during the Christmas season

(a.) gifts for others (b.) your things (c.) food

Answer the following with Yes or No on the blank.

_______ 1. Do you have a plan B if your plan A fails?

_______ 2. When you choose a pair of sneakers, do you consider the
brand?
_______ 3. Do you believe that the higher it cost the coolest you are with
your friends?
_______ 4. Do you think the cheaper kind will not outlast the expensive
one?
_______ 5. If you are choosing a puppy, would you look for the small
breed?
_______ 6. Would you choose a scary big dog over a cuddly small sized
dog?
_______ 7. Will you argue with your mother first before agreeing to do the
less tiring chore?
________ 8. Will you wear your leather shoes to attend church service on
Sundays?
________ 9. Do you prefer halo-halo in the afternoon?
________ 10. Do you choose friends because of what you can take from
them?
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 On The Wise Use of Time

It is said that time wasted is time lost, for it will

never come back again. Time is a precious item, like
gold, so it has to be valued and used wisely.

TIME MANAGEMENT is the process of planning and exercising conscious

control of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase
effectiveness, efficiency or productivity.
Using time effectively gives the person “choice” on spending or
managing activities at their own time and expediency.

Answer the following questions.

1. What time do you wake up each morning?

2. How much time do you spend for all your personal necessities and
preparations?
3. Do you take breakfast with the rest of your family?
4. After school, what do you do with your time?
5. Is there time spent to help Mother with the chores at home?
6. How much of your time is spent watching TV? What about the
computer?

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7. Do you spend time to play and be with your other family members or are
you just spending it alone by yourself?
8. What time do you go to bed?
9. Is there time spent in prayer?
10. What is there to thank for your time?

A. Plot your daily time schedule on the table using the information you
provided in “our thoughts about these”. Write and do this on an
index card.

My Daily Time Schedule

Time Activities

Ex. 5:00 A.M. Wake up, fix bed

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B. Make your Saturday time schedule. Write and do this on an index
card.

Time Activities
Ex. 5:00 A.M. Wake up, fix bed

C. Make your Sunday time schedule. Write and do this on an index

card.

Time Activities
Ex. 5:00 A.M. Say morning prayer, , fix bed

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A. Put a check (/) before the number of the practices that you do and a
cross (X) to those which you do not do.
____1. I wake up early in the morning during weekdays.
____2. I don’t put off for tomorrow what I can do today.
____3. I try my best to finish my work on time.
____4. I see to it that I arrive 5 to 10 minutes earlier than my appointment.
____5. I finish work to be done before resting or playing.
____6. I believe that punctuality is respect for the time of others.
____7. I observe prayer time.
____8. I observe study time, strictly.
____ 9. I have time for my friends and my hobbies.
____10. I spend more time when I prepare for tests.
____11. I avoid wasting time on a computer game when I am supposed to
do something else.
____12. I do my work hurriedly.
____13. I take my time to chew my food.
____14. I find time to clean out my school bag.
____15. I can save time if I do my work well.

B. Check which values are related to the use of time.

________ punctuality _________ orderliness

________ respectfulness _________ courtesy
________ sincerity _________ honesty
________ patriotism _________ loyalty

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Reflect
Explain this motto.

“Time is Gold”
_______________________________________________________
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_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

Self - Evaluation
Are you satisfy with yourself or not?
If you are satisfy, say and put into action what is right and good for
you and others. There are a lot of opportunities at home, in school or in the
community that will provide you with the venue to feel whether you are
satisfy or not. The love and respect that you generate for yourself will speak
of that.

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 Answer the following questions.

1. Am I satisfy to myself?

2. What personality traits of mine make me satisfy?

3. Why do I feel that I am not satisfy sometimes?

4. What should I do for those things that I don’t feel satisfy about?

5. What things do not make me satisfy?

A. Check whether you are satisfy or not satisfy with the statements
below.

Proverbs/ Superstitions/ I’m SATISFY I’m Not

Rules SATISFY

1. Time heals old wounds.

2. A liar is a thief’s cousin.
3. An eye for an eye; a tooth for a
tooth.
4. Behind the cross is the devil.
5. Hit first if provoked.

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 Proverbs/ Superstitions/ I’m SATISFY I’m Not
Rules SATISFY

6. Hear no evil, speak no evil.

7. An idle mind is the devil’s
workshop.
8. Never raise your voice to your
parents.
9. Faith can move mountains.
10. If you sleep with your hair wet you
will go crazy.
11. Time is Gold.
12. Barking dogs, do not bite.
13. Text or call your whereabouts if
you go somewhere else after
school.
14. Stay out of trouble.
15. Obey first ask questions later.

B. Check whether you are SATISFY or Not SATISFY when you do the
following.

I’m Not
Things you do I’m SATISFY
SATISFY
1. I avoid reporting wrong doings to
elders and persons in authority.
2. I keep matches and pointed objects
out of children’s reach.
3. I often borrow money when I want
to buy something right away.
4. I believe in some superstitions.

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 I’m Not
Things you do I’m SATISFY
SATISFY
5. I have a place for everything and
keep everything in its place at
home.
6. I do not get angry, I get even.
7. I stay out late with my friends,
8. I let my parents know when I am
coming home late.
9. I listen when I am being criticized.
10. I obey rules even if it seem a little
strict than necessary.
11. I eat fatty foods.
12. I drink soda like nothing.

C. Copy and complete the following phrases on your notebook.

1.Rules are Ok if
_____________________________________________________________
2.I’m Ok with fund raising if
_____________________________________________________________
3.Talent searches are OK
_____________________________________________________________
4.A friend is Ok if
_____________________________________________________________
5.When you ask for permission, the timing is Ok When
_____________________________________________________________
6.Silence is ok
_____________________________________________________________
7.Music is OK
_____________________________________________________________

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 Answer the following. Write YES or NO.

_________1. Do you care to listen to other people’s problems?

_________2. Do you return what you borrow?
_________3. Do you choose good people to be your friends?
_________4. Are you a humble winner and a good loser?
_________5. Do you accept good and bad criticism?
_________6. Do you warn people of any danger you may know of?
__________7. Will you testify as to what really happened in a crime ?
__________8. Will you tell a teacher about the cheating you witnessed
during the exam?
__________ 9. Do you really pray from your heart ?
__________10. Do you see your self leading the way if the group you
belong to seems without direction?

Reflect
Answer the following. Put a check.

Self Evaluation on time Management

Description Never Sometimes Always

1. I come to school early everyday.
2. I submit homework on time.
3. I attend school and classes on time.
4. I come to school prepared for class.
5. I submit projects on time.
6. I arrive on time for meetings and
appointments.
7. I come home on time.
8. I don’t feel rushed nor frantic in the
morning

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 Description Never Sometimes Always
9. I come to school with complete
requirements and materials needed for
activities.
10. I have enough sleep and feel
refreshed in the morning

TOTAL

To score your answer, assign weights as follows and then add.

Always= 5 Sometimes= 3 Never= 1

The highest score you can get is 50. If you get 40 to 50, that means
you manage your time very well. If you get 25-40, you need to budget your
time efficiently. If you get below 25 and below, you need a lot of improvement
and help in managing your time. How well did you do?

Student Self Evaluation

Student Name: __________________ Date: ___________________

 - Yes I do this all the time

 - I could be doing better at this!
 - I am not doing this and I need to work on this!!!

_____1. I follow school and classroom rules.

_____2. I show respect for myself and others.
_____3. I have control over my actions.
_____4. I work well with other students.
_____5. I follow directions the first time they are given.
_____6. I stay on task and do my work.
_____7. I always complete my homework.
_____8. I am organized.
_____9. I listen when the teacher and other students are talking.
_____10. I am neat and do not rush through my work.
_____11. I raise my hand and participate everyday in class discussions.

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 Sets of Values Define A
Character

Lesson 14 introduces you to the valuing points that can define your
character. When some of the criteria mentioned in the valuing process is
not met, the results will not totally define your true values, they are merely
called the “value indicators”. Value indicators are related to ambition,
interests, beliefs, convictions, sentiments, or feelings. Other indicators of
value are your own personal experiences, thoughts, problems and
obstacles.

SOURCES OF VALUES AND INFLUENCES

In Relation to In Relation to In Relation to In relation to

GOD SELF OTHERS COUNTRY
· Bible · Personal · Home and · The Philippine
· Priests and experiences family Constitution
Pope · Dreams · Neighbors · Lives of
· Ministers · Aspirations · Friends and heroes/heroines
· Church · Sentiments and playmates · Political leaders
· Nuns feelings · Schoolmates · Government
· Beliefs · People idolized service
· Interests and admired agencies
· Ambitions · Social groups · Private business
· Successes and · Community sector
failures agencies · Historical
landmarks
· National
customs and
traditions

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 Answer the following questions.

1. What are value indicators?

2. Can the knowledge of value indicators help you improve your character?

3. Who influence your values in relation to God?

4. What influences your values in relation to your country?

5. Is there a perfect set of values that will make a person ultimately good
and almost perfect?

A. List down 5 values you can learn from reading the bible. Explain
each.

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B. Arrange the values under their proper column.

trustworthiness good health habits helpfulness

generosity patience industriousness
calmness fortitude obedience
humility friendliness kindness

Values in Relation to Self Values in relation to Others

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ ______________________________

____________________________ _____________________________

C. Write and check () the number of the situation that teaches
positive values in relation to country and cross out () those that
teach on negative values in relation to country.

[ 1 ] During the election period last year, the Mayor distributed groceries to
get votes from the poor .

[ 2 ] The President and her cabinet are united in covering up for the massive
cheating during the last national election.

[ 3 ] Bantay-Kalikasan spearheads efforts to make people aware of their duty

to safeguard nature.

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[ 4 ] Andres Bonifacio was executed through the order of Pres. Emilio
Aguinaldo for the crime of treason.

[ 5 ] A small number of Filipino soldiers under General Emilio Jacinto made a

gallant stand in Tirad pass . They fought and died there.

[ 6 ] The Rizal Monument symbolizes the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal, our
national hero.

[ 7 ] The “Pahiyas Festival” in Lucban, Quezon is an event during summer

where people from all over the country go to. It showcases the festive
mood and Filipino hospitality of the people of Lucban.

[ 8 ] Our constitution guarantees expression of our human rights through

freedom of speech, freedom to choose a religion, etc.

[ 9 ] Elected officials used taxpayers’ money to bring their families abroad.

[ 10 ] During flag ceremony, people outside the school stand and paying
attention into it until the national anthem is over.
D. Write a short paragraph why it is important that we should choose
good values.

______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
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Write P if the value characteristic is positive and good.
Write N if the value characteristic is negative and undesirable.

_______1. laziness

_______2. pride

_______3. vandalism

_______4. cheerfulness

_______5. disobedience

_______6. putting the blame on others

_______7. turning his/her back when scolded

_______8. generosity

_______9. humility

_______10. jealousy

_______11. faith in God

_______12. extreme shyness

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Good Manners and
Right Conduct

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 Winning and Keeping Friends

What is a friend?

A friend is someone who you get deeply attached to with feelings

of affection and personal regard. He/She is a “significant other” in your life.
A true friend is a treasure, and treasures are hard to find. In the following
exercises, you will be provided with guidance in your search for true friends,
and in your aim to be a true friend yourself.

You have to distinguish between being what a friend is from a mere

acquaintance. Choose among them who your best friends are and list them
in the box below and write opposite their names why you choose him/her to
be your best friend.

Ex. Name I chose him/her because

Nicole Angela Perez She is intelligent, beautiful and very
obedient. She likes same things that I
like, and she writes me often, and is
very thoughtful.

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 Your Friend’s WHY YOU CHOSE
NAME HIM/HER

Answer the following questions.

1. What common feeling do you have for your friends?

2. What makes your best friend the best among your many friends?

3. Do all your friends feel the same way you do about them?

4. What do you value in your friends?

5. If a friend is like a treasure, do you think you deserve them?

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A. In terms of percentage (1-100%) show in the table below, how much
you value the following traits. Write your answer inside the box.

Traits Importance in Percentage

(1%-100%)
1. Sincerity
2. Intelligence
3. Good looks
4. Considerate
5. Open-minded
6. Accepting
7. Cheerful
8. Keeps promises
9. Trust worthy
10. Wealthy

B. Are you a good friend to your friends? Answer with Yes or No.
Write your answer on the blank.

______ 1. Your friend was absent yesterday because of flu, you let him/her
copy your notes on the lessons.

______ 2. Your friend borrowed money from you a week ago, you need the
money now. You asked for it but she says she can’t pay yet. You yelled at
her so that everyone will hear.

______ 3.Liza’s pet died. She loves her turtle dearly. You talked to her that
maybe God wanted him in heaven. You made her smile.

______ 4,You don’t know his name but he greets you with a nod each time
you see each other. Your parents don’t like the way he looks. You tell them
that appearances can be deceiving.

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______ 5.Mar and Vic were playing with you when a package for you from
the U.S. arrived today. It was a bag full of different kinds of chocolates. Your
friends were green with envy. It was more than enough for the whole family
but you chose not to give any.

C. What will you do in the following situations? Choose and box the
letter of the correct answer.

1. Michael and Kyle are neighbors and good friends. After school hours
they play basketball in Kyle’s yard together with some other boys their
age in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, Kyle was hurt when he and
Michael were running after the ball. Kyle twisted his ankle when he
pivoted to control the ball out of Michael’s path. Kyle fell on his side and
Michael tripped on Kyle’s foot. It was at that point Kyle’s mother saw
the incident. Kyle’s mother was furious. Kyle was in so much pain that
he could not prevent her mother from telling Michael, it was no one's
fault. She drove Michael away and she banged the gate shut after
Michael stepped out. What could Kyle have done?

a) Keep quiet and find fault in Michael.

b) Tell Michael not to mind his mother.
c) Explain to his mother that Michael was not responsible for it.

2. Linda is Josie’s best friend. They were classmates since pre-school

until now. But Linda’s parents do not like Josie because she was poor.
They think she is befriending Linda because she is rich. But Linda feels
safe and happy with Josie. What shall she do?

a) Ignore her parents and continue going with Josie.

b) Tell them that she may be poor but she is kind and helpful.
c) Look for a new friend her parents approve of.

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D. Read the verse and write a paragraph on your notebook about how
you understand it.

Friendship is a golden chain

Made stronger with each other,
Each link is forged of memories
That make you still more dear.
The thoughtful things you say and do
Become the links of gold,
That I will treasure through the years
And in my heart will hold.

Write Y for Yes and N for No. Write your answer on the blank.

_______ 1. Do you cover the wrong-doings of your best friend?

_______ 2. Do you gossip about your friend’s at their back?
_______ 3. Will you fight someone who hurts your friend?
_______ 4. Will you go out with a friend your parents do not like?
_______ 5. Will you find time to visit a friend who is sick?
_______ 6. Do you remember your friend’s birthday?
_______ 7. Do you remind him/her to pray to God?
_______ 8. Do you feel happy when you receive a greeting card from your
friend?
_______ 9. Do you hide food from your friend?
_______ 10. Do you try to cheer your friend up?

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 Parents and Significant Others

No son or daughter has the opportunity to choose

their parents. You did not choose your Father nor your
Mother, right?
Your parents play a very important role in family life,
in your upbringing, and so you must honor, love, and
respect them.
Similarly for the other significant people in your life,
such as your brothers and sisters, your relatives, your
ancestors, including your friends.

Answer the following questions.

1. Do you feel fortunate that there are people who really care about you?

2. Do you think you can live on your own without any help from anybody?

3. Among your significant others, who do you consider as your best

friend?

4. Will you be mad at your parents if they are not rich?

5. Are you proud of your family?

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A. Do this on your notebook. Paste your father’s picture, copy and
check the statement which is true about him.

_____ a good provider

_____ a disciplinarian
_____ values health and education
_____ easy to please
_____ religious
_____ good-looking
_____ looks after the family’s safety and well-being
_____ punishes me when I do wrong
_____ works very hard
_____ smokes
_____ gambles
_____ drinks beer occasionally
_____ temperamental
_____ does not go to church
_____ comes home drunk
_____ has favorites
_____ funny
_____ loves surprises
_____ generous
_____ understanding
_____ cooks
_____ fixes things until they are replaced

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B. Do this on your notebook. Paste your mother’s picture. Copy and
check the statement which is true about him.

_____ good in budgeting father’s salary

_____ industrious
_____ values education and character
_____ easy to please
_____ religious
_____ charming and pretty
_____ takes time to be with us in recreational activities
_____ values cleanliness and orderliness
_____ works very hard
_____ sickly
_____ seldom scolds
_____ plays mahjong
_____ nagger
_____ goes to church every Sunday
_____ leaves us to the care of the yayas
_____ not religious
_____ funny
_____ loves surprises
_____ generous
_____ understanding
_____ a good cook
_____ loves showbiz talk shows
_____ loving wife and mother

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C. Write the practices you should emulate or imitate from your
parents.

_________________________ ________________________
_________________________ ________________________
_________________________ ________________________
_________________________ ________________________
_________________________ ________________________

D. Use an illustration board or a bond paper to

make an “I love you poster or write a short “I
love you” message and give it to your
parents.

“ Children obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. ‘Honor
your father and mother’-which is the first commandment with a promise-”that
it may go well with you that you may enjoy long life on this earth. (Ephesians
6:1-3)

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A. A note to Parents:

Please write a brief message for your child on how he/she fulfills
home and family his/her responsibilities at home and to the family.

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B. Think about a situation where you had to choose to obey your

parents even when you didn’t want to. Narrate what happened
when you made a choice.

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 My House - My Home

A house is a building, a structure, where

a group of people or a family lives in, to protect
themselves from the harshness of nature. It is a
private space where family members relate, work, eat
and sleep.
A home is more than a house. It is a space where the warmth of
feelings for each and every member of the family is felt. It is where love,
respect, kindness, joy, comfort and security abound, and where we learn the
difference between what is right and what is wrong, and where the beautiful
value of sharing is best felt.

Answer the following questions.

1. What transforms a house into a home?

2. As a shelter, what does a home protect you from?

3. As a shelter, what does the house protect you from?

4. Other than the real storms that destroy properties what sort of figurative
storms can threaten the home?

5. Can a home turn back to just being a house?

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A. On your notebook, write a description of your house and the kind
of family life you have.

My house is __________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________

My family life is _______________________________________________

____________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________

Things I like in my home and family life ___________________________

____________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________

Things I dislike in my home and family life __________________________

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B. Write the letter H if the given sentence refers to the house only.
Draw a heart if the sentences refers to a home. Write the correct
answer on the blank.

_____ 1. The family prays before meals.

_____ 2. Father kisses mother before leaving for work.
_____ 3. The children are clean, neat and orderly.
_____ 4. The children obey and use polite words.
_____ 5. Mother nags father when he comes home late.
_____ 6. Children help mother in household work.
_____ 7. The father gambles, smokes and drinks.
_____ 8. The parents attend PTA and barangay meetings
_____ 9. They go out to stroll in the yard at night.
_____ 10. They exchange stories of how the day went.

C. Check which of the following behavior shows that you are a

worthy home member. Answer this on the blank.

______ avoid asking for things your parents cannot afford to give.
______ saving money from your school allowance
______ helping your father in simple repair jobs at home.
______ foregoing your pleasure for the sake of another family
member’s welfare
______ asking elder’s permission before leaving and informing them of
your whereabouts.
______ kissing the hands of your parents upon arriving home.
______ for girls, helping your mother mend torn clothes.
______ proper use of electricity and water.
______ arrange things in their proper place.
______ recycling throw away things

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 D. List down the items that tell about the negative elements which
could threaten a home.

[1] Constant quarreling

[2] Bullying by the oldest sibling
[3] Frequent nagging
[4] Honesty
[5] Insensitivity
[6] Betrayal of trust

Copy and answer this on your notebook.

Never Sometimes Always

1. I use “PO” And “OPO” in talking with my
parents or elders.
2. I listen and understand what my parents
tell me.
3. I take care of my belongings.
4. I help my father do simple repair work.
5. I apologize to anybody who I hurt.
6. I go to church with my family.
7. I respect every family member’s
personal space.
8. I celebrate successes with the entire
family.
9. I protect every member of my family.
10. I make my parents worry about my
whereabouts.

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Use a bond paper and draw your ideal home and say something about it.

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 Polite and Courteous
Expressions
We have been taught that we could call our close friends by their
first names, but we could not do the same for our parents and elders.
Likewise for other persons of authority and those who hold high positions in
government or the private sector, lest we sound discourteous and impolite.
We have to use honorifics.

Example: For our parents and grandparents, we use the following:

· Papa, Mama/ Tatay, Nanay/ Daddy, Mommy/ Tatang, Nanang/

· Lolo, Lola/ GrandMa, GrandPa/ Apo, Impo

Answer this orally.

1. Are honorifics necessary?

2. Isn’t it possible to address a person in a pleasant sounding voice so you

will sound respectful?

3. Would you feel offended if a boy your age calls your father his first
name?

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A. Answer the following on the blank and supply the honorifics.

1. your father’s male cousin-________________________________

2. a bishop- ____________________________________________
3. a stranger (male) -______________________________________
4. the female principal - ___________________________________
5. a judge -_____________________________________________
6. a Physician- __________________________________________
7. a policeman -__________________________________________
8. a king -_______________________________________________
9. the president- _________________________________________
10. a nun- _______________________________________________

B. Answer the following.

Courtesy gets results.

It is exam week. Your best friend asks you to come to her birthday party.
You want to go but you need your father’s approval. How would you say
it?
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________

It is lunch break. You have to get your examination permit, and you still
do not have the amount to pay for your monthly tuition. Your parents ask
you to remedy the situation. What will you do and how would you say it?

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__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________

You were asked to do research, and you had to go to the National Library
to do this. Unfamiliar with the people there, how would you ask for what
you want?

__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
______________________________

You want to know how to join the Kiddie Club of a popular new club in the
neighborhood. The requirement is for you to submit your application in
writing. What would you say, and how would you say it?

__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________

You were sent by your Mother to the drugstore to get her some
medicines. You proceeded but when you were there, you found out that
you forgot the prescription. What would you say to the pharmacist in
order for you to get the medicines?

__________________________________________________________
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 Copy and answer this on your notebook.
Yes No
1. Do you use terms of endearment for your parents,
family and friends?
2. Do you say polite and courteous words when
addressing people of authority?
3. Have you had the chance to meet respectable people
and was engaged in conversation by them?
4. If you were in a situation that asked for you to speak
impromptu, would you do it?
5. Is the use of courteous expressions in your home
necessary?
6. Do you get reprimands or reminders from your
parents if you forget to use courteous expressions?
7. Will you choose to restrict your use of honorifics and
courteous words to people of authority only?
8. Do you find the need to speak courteously even to
your house helps?
9. Do you think that being courteous is only for
children?
10. In dealing with children you age, do you think they
also deserve some courtesy?

Your behavior tells much about you and where you came from.
So be your best when alone , when at home, in school, in public and in
everywhere. That is, behave properly. Show by your acts and words that you
have been brought up properly at home and in school. Good behavior is a
must for you as it speaks well of you. Carry yourself properly as you would
wear your everyday clothes.

A. Use a bond paper and draw different scenarios that show good manners
and right conduct. Tell something about it.

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 Preparing YOU for Responsible
Parenthood
You are on your last year in elementary school next year, you will
enter high school, of which time and age, will begin to be attracted or
attractive to the opposite sex. You will experience what it will be like to fall in
love. Many teenagers, unaware of what to expect and would have not been
taught how to handle these complex situations - plunge into marriage or
teen-age pregnancies, and would later on regret why they did.
Parenthood is a difficult task, and you have to be prepared for it
before it becomes too late. You can begin conversations about it with your
parents, who may react differently, maybe too busy, strict or too liberal, but
there are other people who could provide you with the guidance you
deserve. In school, your Guidance Counselor, and your teacher, your parish
priest in the community, these are some of the people who can give you
advice. You, too, can read counseling books, but all these will depend on
how you heed the counsel and advice to you.
Be responsible. Know that there is more at stake than just being in love.

Answer the following.

1. Do you think it is the proper time for you to learn in Grade 6 what it will
be like to be responsible future parents?

2. Will you find the courage to seek for our guidance from persons of
authority, like your school guidance counselor , or will you just learn
things as they come?

3. Why is Responsible Parenthood a very important topic to study?

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A. Parenthood is a shared responsibility of the father and the mother.
In the following activity, you are helped to identify the
responsibilities of each.

Write F, if the statement refers to the responsibility of the Father, and M of

the statement refers to the responsibility of the Mother. Write the correct
answer on the blank.

___________ 1. Works to earn a living.

____________2. Provides the need of the family.

____________3. Does house repairs.

____________4. Provides guidance in the home in terms of learning

housework.

____________5. Takes care of the home budget.

____________6. Does the marketing.

____________7. Provides the funds to pay for house bills.

____________8. Teaches children how to be thrifty.

____________9. Cooks and prepares meals.

___________10. Does the laundry.

___________11. Does the marketing and grocery shopping.

___________12. Does the gardening.

___________13. Takes good care of the children.

___________14. Takes the family at the park during weekends.

___________15. Does the plumbing and electrical repairs.

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 B. Form groups of 5 to 6 members, and exchange opinions after
writing down your answers to the following questions.

1. Do you have a crush presently? Do you confide to someone, if you do?

Why do you choose to do that?
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__________________________________________________________

2. How would your parents feel about your being aware of responsible
parenthood at an early age?
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________

Answer the following.

Agree Disagree
1. I will want to be chaperoned when I go out at night and
to unfamiliar places.
2. Dating should start as early as age 18.
3. I will fall in love the first instance that I can.
4. I will start entertaining courtship as early as now.
5. I will plan to have my own family after I finish high
school.
6. I believe in long courtship and engagement so we can
know each other better.

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 Agree Disagree
7. I will not pay attention to dating and having
boy/girlfriends until such time that I have helped my
parents adequately.
8. I will not be affected nor influenced by movies that
promote irresponsible behavior.
9. I will advocate the study of more relevant courses in
school like cooking, gardening, and the like.
10. I will resolve to finish college and help my parents send
my other siblings to school.

Responsibility is knowing and doing what is expected of us. It is

the ability to respond to the given situation. It comes from the words
“response-ability”. We are responsible when we are able to respond
accordingly or properly at the right times.

Honoring our parents is pleasing to God. One way of honoring

our parents is obey them and help them in any way you can. It is important
to realize that we would like to please God not only because we fear Him but
also because we love him.

One of the reasons why God would like to obey our parents is
that we would like us to be safe and guided. Our parents have learned very
valuable lessons in life which will help us become more mature and live well
with others.

Write on your notebook your insights and thoughts about responsible

parenthood.

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 Ten Commandments of Human
Relations
Twelve years ago, you would have been infants, who, although
asleep, already interacted with your guardian angels. You moved your eyes
then, as if following something, or being in conversation with someone,
and then, you’d smile. After a while, you’d cry - and your Mother would have
guessed, “perhaps, your guardian angel was teasing you, or that she would
have left.”
As infants, the cry would have been symbolic of a need: you
were hungry, you were wet and need to be changed, or would want to be
cuddled. Then, you began to coo - as if you understood, you wanted to play.
Years later, you entered school, you become aware of more
people around you, you develop crushes, you have your friends, and
enjoyed activities in your neighborhood. You have widened your social
circle, you have classmates, teachers, and other school workers.
As you grow, you learn, you choose, which from the values of
those you interact with, you are going to acquire for yourself. They maybe
positive, they may be negative. Recall, that in Unit 2, you learned about the
valuing points, apply these in your choice of friends and in the way you make
your decisions. Use that as a guide so you could carry on meaningful
relationships that will make you and others happy and successful.

HUMAN RELATION COMMANDMENTS

1. Speak to people. There is nothing nicer than cheerfulness and words of
greetings.

2. Smile at people, it takes 65 muscles to frown and only 15 to smile.

3. Call people by name. The sweetest word in anyone’s ear is the sound
of his/her own name.

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4. Be friendly and helpful. If you want to have friends, be open.

5. Be cordial. Speak and act as if everything you do were a genuine

pleasure.

6. Be genuinely interested in people. You can like almost anyone - but

only if you try

7. Be generous with praise, but cautious with criticism.

8. Be considerate of the feelings of others, it will be appreciated.

9. Respect other’s opinions. There are always three sides to a

controversy; yours, the other fellow’s and the right one.

10. Be alert to give service. What counts most in life is what we do for
others.

Overall, remember, that as you do all these, always put yourself

first - Love your self, be generous to yourself, for always - you could not give
what you do not have.

Can these rules help you to get along well in life? If so, why?
Explain your answer and write it on the space provided below.

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 A. Illustrate how you practice the following commandments: Write
your answer on the blank.

1. Be friendly and helpful.

2. Be genuinely interested in people.

3. Smile at people.

4. Be thoughtful of the opinion of others.

5. Be alert to give service.

B. Discuss in class, why it is important to be aware of all the 10

commandments of human relations, yet while doing all that, never
forget about yourself.

Agree Disagree
1. I will smile when I feel like it.
2. I will talk to everyone on the streets, whether they are
strangers or acquaintances.
3. I will be as friendly and helpful to anyone, with complete
disregard of my safety and that of my family.
4. I will act as if it is pleasurable to speak to praise and be
cordial even if I do not mean it.
5. I will openly speak of my opinions and thoughts to
others, whether it will hurt their feelings or not.
6. I will act with consideration, especially when in the
company of the elderly.
7. When with my peers, I will show how superior I am over
them.

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 Agree Disagree
8. I will impose my will upon others, with the aim to help
them be better persons.
9. I will control the manner by which my group works, and
will put my members to task.
10. I will love and hold close to me, my parents, my
siblings, teachers and friends.

A. Examine each act. If you think it tends to promote good cheer, it

arouses a sense of humor, place a check mark (√) on the blank. If it
tends to produce the contrary effect, place a cross mark (x).

____________ 1. “Why is Jane very cool towards me this morning? Maybe

she resents me. Maybe she has found another friend. If she does not speak
to me first, I shall not speak to her, “ said Shirley to herself.

____________ 2. On walking down the street one morning, Celine saw her
friend, with whom she owes money. She pretended not to see her.

____________ 3. Failing to interpret a difficult passage in literature, Myra felt

sad. On noticing her, the teacher called her after the recitation and
interpreted several other difficult passages for her.

____________ 4. Susan was a sorry sight when she entered the library one
morning. Her dress torn in several parts and her shoes muddy, because a
dog chased her. Her classmates surrounded her and laughed at her plight.

____________ 5. Everybody laughed when you slid on the muddy pathway

and all your things were thrown into the air.

___________ 6. You told your friends a funny incident which happened to

you the night before. The movie house was dark and crowded and you held
on to your father’s arm. When you looked at the man’s face, you discovered
the man was not your father.

___________ 7. Irene takes pride in the many nice things that her parents
give her. She shows them to her friends to make them conscious of her
advantage over them.

___________ 8. You send greetings cards to your friends on their birthdays.

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Good Manners and
Right Conduct

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 Practicing our Nationalism

There are things that symbolizes our nation. For example, a flag is used as a
symbol of our country.

Answer the following questions.

1. In the Philippine flag, what do the eight rays of the sun stand for?

2. What do the three stars stand for?

3. When is the red side of the flag displayed on top?

4. When is the blue side of the flag displayed on top?

5. What are the qualities of the Philippine eagle?

6. On what occasion is our flag displayed on half mast?

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7. What is it wrapped or placed on top of a coffin?

8. What are our costumes made of?

9. What do you think of our national symbols?

10. What will you add to our symbols if you were asked to do so?

A. Write Yes if the behavior is appropriate and should be observed

during the flag ceremony and No if it’s not. Write the correct
answers on the blank.

_______1. Place your right hand over your left chest.

_______2. Sing the National anthem with feelings.

_______3. Chat with your friends.

_______4. Alter the words of the song.

_______5. Look around.

_______6. Make fun of your classmates.

_______7. Whisper the words of the song.

_______8. Recite “Panatang Makabayan”.

_______9. Say the pledge clearly and loud enough.

_______10. Think of good things about the country.

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B. Draw and label our national symbols below.

Write Yes or No on the blank.

_______1. Do you give respect for our countries national symbols?

_______2. Do you sing the National Anthem with feelings?
_______3. Do you attend flag ceremonies?
_______4. Can you recite “Panatang Makabayan” ?
_______5. Do you know the meaning of the symbols in our flag?
_______6. Can you enumerate other national symbols?
_______7. Can you also enumerate the meanings of each symbol?
_______8. Are you proud to be a Filipino?
_______9. Are you proud to wear “barong” or “baro’t saya”?
_______10. Can you tell the reasons why each symbols was selected to
represent our country?

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 Many Filipinos died for our country because they firmly believed
in dignity and freedom. Lucky are those who called to serve the country
because only a few can die in her name.
We should be proud of our heritage and of our identity as a
nation. We should respect the Philippine Flag by singing proudly with our
right hand on our chest.

One way of showing our nationalism is by buying products made

by the Filipinos. This way we patronize our local talents and entrepreneurs,
and we also help our economy and local investors.

A. Let us check the different basic commodities that you can buy in
the store. Let us see your choices. Choose which you will buy and
write on your notebook.

Product Category: How many of

your choices
1. soap Ivory Safeguard are made here
2. toothpaste Colgate Hapee in the
3. toothbrush Oral—B Dr. No Philippines?
4. shirt Giordano Baleno
5. Pants Guess Bench
6. Shoes Florsheim Rusty Lopez
7. Bags Prada Marikina made
8. Canned goods Libby’s Corned beef CDO corned beef
9. Detergent Ariel Surf
10. Notebooks sterling National

B. Compose a jingle that encourages people to buy Filipino products

and visit Philippine tourist spots. Write it on the bond paper

_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
_____________
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 Care For Our Country’s Wealth

The Philippines consists of 7,107 islands. It has 3 major

divisions: Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. It lies on the tropical zone and is
part of Southeast Asia. Its strategic location makes it significant in world
communication, transportation, trade and commerce and as a military base
of the United States before.

We are endowed with high and long mountain ranges covered

with thick forests which give us lumber and fuel, prevent floods and provide
homes for wild animals and birds. Our mountains are also rich in mineral
resources like gold, chromite, iron, bronze, zinc, nickel.

Our plains and low lands provide places where Filipinos can live
and produce varied agricultural crops for food. We have many scenic views
for tourist attractions.

The Philippines is surrounded by big bodies of water which

serve as rich fishing grounds. These rich natural resources, if properly
developed and used, would contribute much to a nation’s strength and
progress.

However, a country’s strength and progress do not depend on its

natural resources alone. Far more than these are its human resources, the
people who will till the land and take care of its forest and water resources,
the people who will preserve and conserve the natural resources not only for
the present but also for the future generations.

God gave us a rich and beautiful country which we can be

thankful for and proud of. Our natural resources are the country’s best
source of our income and an important factor which contributes to the
strength and power of a nation.

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 Our farmlands, forests, fishing grounds, birds and animals are
resources which can be replaced. For instance, we can plant seeds and
young trees, the small fishes will grow, birds and animals produce their
young, etc. But our mineral resources like oil, carbon, gold, silver, chromite,
nickel cannot be replaced. They are easily used up by growing population.
So it is the government and the Filipino people’s responsibility to maintain
our beautiful and historical spots and take good care and make thrifty use of
our God-given natural resources.

Answer the following questions.

1. What constitutes the wealth of a nation?

2. Can one stand without the other?

3. What character traits should the people have to ensure the continuous
growth of a country?

4. How does our growing population affect our natural resources?

A. Write T if the following activities will help in the prevention of our

resources and F if it will not. Write your answer on the blank.

_____1. planting trees

_____2. shooting birds
_____3. dynamite Fishing
_____4. giving animals shelter
_____5. picking flowers in public places

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B. Give some famous tourist spots found in the Philippines. Write
your answers below.

1. _________________________ 6. _________________________

2. _________________________ 7. _________________________

3. _________________________ 8. _________________________

4. _________________________ 9. _________________________

5. _________________________ 10. ________________________

C. To take good care and to preserve our natural resources is

everyone’s responsibility. Use a bond paper to make a slogan that
promotes Thrifty use of our natural resources and care for our
landmarks.

D. Write A if you agree and D if you disagree with the following

statements. Write your answers on the blank.

____1. Recycling and reusing plastic bags.

____2. Raising funds for reforestation.
____3. Hunting wild animals.
____4. Waste management programs.
____5. Punishing illegal loggers.
____6. Cutting trees in order to build a parking lot.
____7. “Kaingin” system.
____8. Dynamite fishing.
____9. Disposing bio-chemical wastes on rivers.
____10. Gardening.

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 Write Yes or No on the blank.

_____1. Are you proud of our scenic spots ?

_____2. Do you prefer to live in the Philippines than other
countries?
_____3. Are you proud of our landmarks in our country?
_____4. Do you consider the Philippines as one of the most
beautiful places in the world?
_____5. Do you catch small birds for fun?
_____6. Will you plant trees in your yard?
_____7. Will you recycle and reuse throw-away materials?
_____8. Are you thrifty in the use of our natural resources like water, fuel,
and food?
_____9. Will you support environmental projects?
_____10. Will you support products out of hunting wild animals?

In a democratic country, the country’s wealth—the forest, the

public lands, the fishing grounds and mines—is the common property of the
people. Every citizens is free to catch fish; every citizen is free to hunt wild
animals in the forest; everyone is free to apply for work on public lands that
are being distributed by the government. But no citizen is free to fish, hunt,
or cut trees in the manner he pleases. The fish, trees, birds, animals, and
soil must not be wasted. They are the wealth of our country and must be
conserved for the generations to come. It therefore becomes the duty of
every citizen in a democratic country to help the government in conserving
this wealth. It is his duty follow rules and regulations of conservation.

A. Write a composition on any of these topics: Do this on your notebook

1.My Country’s Natural Resources

2. How can I protect My Country’s Natural Resources

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 Valuing Our National
Democratic Ideals

A patriotic Filipino considers democracy as the best form of

government because the supreme power is vested on the people and
exercised by them or their representatives.

An intelligent Filipino should also know the different forms of

government so that he will better appreciate the importance of living in
democracy.

A. Read and compare the different forms of government with

democracy.

1. Authoritarianism– a political system in which individual freedom is

subordinate to the authority of state.
2. Communism– a system of a social organization based on common
ownership of property in which all economic and social activity are
controlled by totalitarian state.
3. Dictatorship– a government in which the absolute power is exercised by
a dictator.
4. Empire– a group of nations or people ruled by one sovereign, the
emperor.
5. Monarchy– a country ruled by a monarch as a hereditary sovereign.
6. Republican– a country in which the supreme power rests in a body of
citizens entitled to vote and is exercised by them. The head of
government is an elected or nominated president and not a monarch.
7. Totalitarianism– a government in which authoritarian political control is
concentrated in one party.
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B. Answer the following.

1. Which form of government is much like democracy? Why?

2. Which forms of government are in contrast with democracy?

3. Explain why Ferdinand Marcos was overthrown.

C. Give three values emphasized in democracy.

1. ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

3. ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

D. Write an essay about Democracy.

________________________________

_______________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
________________________________________
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 Write Yes or No on the blank to the following questions.

_______1. Will you abuse your freedom since we are in a democratic

country?
_______2. Do you consider a democratic form of government as the best
among forms of government?
_______3. Do you respect others’ opinion?
_______4. Do you abide by the decision of the majority?
_______5. Do you share in performing duties and responsibilities in your
home, school and community?
_______6. Will you trust a dictator if he is a benevolent leader?
_______7. Do you think poverty can be eliminated by good governance?
_______8. Do you remind your parents to think of your future when they
vote?
_______9. Do you believe that the Death Sentence is necessary in our
modern world?
_______10. Do you believe that you are enjoying the benefits of a
democratic society?

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 Pride in the Filipino Ingenuity

Ako ay Pilipino

Ako ay Pilipino ang dugo’y Ako ay Pilipino, ako ay Pilipino

maharlika Isang bansa, isang diwa
Likas sa aking puso, adhikaing kay Ang minimithi ko
ganda Sa bayan ko’t bandila
Sa Pilipinas na aking bayan Laan buhay ko’t diwa
Lantay na perlas ng silanganan Ako ay Pilipino, Pilipnong totoo
Wari’y natipon na kayamanan
ng Maykapal Ako ay Pilipino, ako ay Pilipino
Taas noo kahit kanino
Bigay sa ‘king talino Ang Pilipino ay ako.
Sa mabuti lang laan
Sa aki’y katutubo
Ang maging mapagmahal

Answer the following questions.

1. What character traits of Filipinos are embedded in the song?

2. What does “dugong maharlika’ mean?

3. What line do you think is the meaning of the song?

4. Does the song say that we do not have to do anything?

5. Did the song describe how God blessed the Filipino race?

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A. Choose and box the letter of the description of a true Filipino.
1. a. white complexion b. brown complexion
2. a. prefers to live abroad b. enjoys the Philippines
3. a. admires local artists b. admires foreign artist
4. a. loves Filipino products b. prefers imported products
5. a. speaks Filipino b. speaks English
6. a. prefers foreign TV programs b. prefers local TV shows
7. a. buys Philippine Mangoes b. buys imported Sunkist
oranges
8. a. buys Japanese plastic model b. buys Filipino-made toys
9. a. wears barong Tagalog b. wears shoes and clothes
10. a. “po” , “opo” b. “wazzup?” imported

B. Write Filipino traits that you are practicing.

1. Hospitable and friendly
2. Sings the Philippine National Anthem
3. Obeys traffic rules
4. Respect for elders
5. Attending flag ceremonies
6. Talking while the national anthem is playing
7. Pays taxes on time
8. Courteous
9. Patronizes Filipino business establishments
10. Respectful to the flag

C. Write an acronym for the word PILIPINO.

P-
I-
L-
I-
P-
I-
N-
O-
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D. Think of another song that describes the pride in being a Filipino.
Be able to share it to the class.

Write Yes or No on the blank to the following questions.

_______1. Can you recite Panatang Makabayan correctly?

_______2. Are you proud to be a Filipino?
_______3. Do you prefer viewing local movies than foreign?
_______4. Do you sing the Philippine National Anthem?
_______5. Do you prefer buying local products than imported?
_______6. Do you idolize Filipino artists?
_______7. Do you practice hospitality?
_______8. If given the chance to travel, will you travel our places first?
_______9. Do you listen to Filipino music?
_______10. Are you helpful, respectful, honest for which Filipinos are
known.

Filipino are known for their close family ties. Families are usually
extended, each member cherishing every opportunity for get– togetherness.
Families celebrate special occasions like baptisms, weddings, and fiestas
and make it a point that every member of the family—the clan even gets to
attend every important occasions reunions. Filipino culture places great
emphasis on respect.

A. Draw a heart if the Filipino custom is positive and a star if you

think it is negative. Write your answer on the blank.

______ 1. saying courteous expressions like “po and opo”

______ 2. gambling
______ 3. praying the Angelus
______ 4. kissing the hands of the elderly
______ 5. Filipino hospitality

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______ 6. going to church as a family every Sunday
______ 7. Bayanihan spirit
______ 8. visiting relatives and keeping good relations
______ 9. offering a seat to woman and the elderly.
______ 10.spending lots of money for fiesta celebration

B. Use a bond paper to make a poster showing Filipino Customs and

traditions

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 Our Country: A Member of the
Family of Nations

A family of nations is composed of independent countries with

diplomatic relationships and commercial agreements. They have rights,
privileges and responsibilities to one another. They cooperate with one
another for their need and protection as well as progress in different
aspects like education, science and technology, commerce and industry.
They go by the saying that “No man is an island”. Their relationships are
carried out through their diplomats, consuls and Charges d’affairs.
The Philippines established diplomatic relationships with the following:

SEATO– Southeast Asian Treaty Organization

MAPHILINDO– Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia
ASPAC– Asian Pacific Council– Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand,
Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
ASEAN- Association of Southeast Asian Nations
UNO– United Nations Organization– promotes equal rights, unity, world
peace and cooperation in solving economic problems.

A. Draw the flags of the members of the ASEAN. Use a bond paper.

B. Choose and box the letter of the correct answer.

1. What does diplomatic relationships between and among countries mean?

a. trading system
b. Allies during the war
c. They have rights, privileges and responsibilities to one another

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2. Which organization that promotes world peace, equal rights, unity and
cooperation in solving economic problems?
a. ASEAN
b. UNO
c. MAPHILINDO

3. Which of the following is a member of ASEAN?

a. China
b. Malaysia
c. Taiwan

4. What does ASPAC stands for?

a. Australia and Philippines Company
b. Asian and Pacific Council
c. Asian and Philippine Council

5. The Philippines established diplomatic relations with ______.

a. Third world and progressive countries
b. Communist and Social countries
c. All of the above

Write Yes or No on the blank to the following questions.

_______1. Do you know that our country is a member of the United Nations?
_______2. Do you know the purpose of these organizations?
_______3. Is it important to join the United Nations?
_______4. Do you know why we need to be a member of these
organizations?
_______5. Are you friendly with foreign children?
_______6. Can the UNO keep world peace?
_______7. Are you familiar with the members of ASEAN?
_______8. Do you know the essence of joining these organizations?
_______9. Will you be hospitable with tourists visiting our country?
_______10. Do these countries have responsibility to one another?
_______11.Can alliances like these promote world peace?
_______12. Can a nation survive without joining any organization?

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 A Glimpse of The Philippine
Constitution
Every Filipino citizen must know what the constitution of his country is all
about. The constitution is an important document which embodies the
principles which will serve as the basis to which a country is to be governed.

Retired Justice of the Supreme Court, Cecilia Muñoz Palma, was the
Chairman of the Commission who prepared the Philippine Constitution which
was approved on October 15, 1986.

The parts of this constitution are the preamble, 18 articles and ordinances

Article1—The National Territory

Article2—Aims of the democratic and republican government, separation
of the church and state, human rights
Article3—Rights of The People
Article4—Citizenship (Natural and Naturalized)
Article5—Right to vote and qualifications of voters (suffrage)
Article6—The Legislative Body—The Congress of The Philippines
Article7—The Executive Body—Duties and Power of the President and
Vice President
Article8—The Judiciary—The Supreme Court
Article9—Constitutional Commissions—Civil Service, Election, Audit

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Article10—The Local Government—territorial and political subdivisions
Article11—Responsibilities of the Government Officials
Article12—National Economy and Patrimony
Article13—Rights and Privileges
Article14—Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture, Language
Article15—The Family and Its Responsibility
Article16—General provisions about the flag, national defense, police force,
war veterans, pension of retirees, consumer protection, mass
media, monopoly, communication
Article17—Constitutional amendments
Article18—Past events, decrees, salaries of officials, American bases

A. Think and Do.

1. Look up the meaning of “Preamble”.

2. Ask your librarian for a copy of the 1986 Constitution of thePhilippines.

Copy the Preamble here

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_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
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B. Choose an article and summarize it. Write your summary on your
notebook.

C. Write something about the following.

Executive— Legislative— Judiciary—

D. Write a reactions about the Philippine Constitution .

______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________

Write Yes or No on the blank to the following questions.

_______1. Do you know why there is a Constitution?

_______2. Do you know the branches of government?
_______3. Do you know the duties of each branch?
_______4. Are you aware of your rights and privileges as a citizen?
_______5. Can you identify the country’s territory?
_______6. Do you know the duties of the officials?
_______7. Are you aware of our president’s suggested amendments?
_______8. Do you know the Preamble?
_______9. Can you consider yourself a citizen of the Philippines?
_______10. Do you know that laws change?

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_______11. Can the president ignore our rights according to the
constitution?
_______12. Is the president above all the laws of the land?
_______13. Does the constitution guarantee the people’s right to
express their sentiments to the government in rallies?
_______14. Are civilians the masters of the military?

Laws are important because they are made to help people live in
order and harmony. People came from different families and experiences
which make them view things in different ways. Meanwhile, rules of behavior
and law help us maintain peace by having individuals respect the rights of
other people.
Respect for law is important because it makes people decide
and act in pursuit of maintaining peace and order in the community. Valuing
order is important for everyone to live in harmony.

In your own words, is it important to know the law and order of

our country? Why?
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________

Why do we need to follow the law and order of our country?

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

What do you think will happen if we don’t have law and order in
our country?
____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
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 A Responsible Citizen

“No person can be deprived of life, freedom and property without due
process of law.” (Section 1, Article III of the 1987 Philippine Constitution)

Know Your Rights:

a. The Right to protection of life
b. Freedom of speech
c. Freedom of worship
d. Freedom of access to education
e. The right to form organization
f. The right to own property
g. Equal protection of the Law
h. Freedom to air grieveness against the government through peaceful
means
i. The right not to testify against one’s self
j. The right to change residence, right to travel
k. The right to vote

In return for your rights and privileges are your duties and
responsibilities as a citizen.

Your Responsibilities:

a. Follow the laws of the republic

b. Love and be loyal to the republic
c. Respect the Philippine flag and other symbols
d. Respect people in authority

e. Defend your country from foreign invaders

f. Pay taxes on time
g. Exercise your right to vote when you are 18 years old
h. Earn a living to support yourself and your family

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i. Contribute to support government organizations working for the nation’s
welfare
j. Share God-given talents for the welfare of your country and countrymen.
k. Respect human rights
l. Participate in community, national and world activities that will bring peace,
goodwill and world brotherhood.

At the age of 18, men and women will start exercising their right
to vote.
The right to vote is stated in Article 5 of our Constitution. These
are the required voter’s qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years old

2. A resident of the Philippines for at least 1 year
3. Must have lived in the place of voting at least 6 months before election
day

What do you think about the following rights and duties?

1. Freedom of speech

2. Freedom of worship

3. Protection of life

4. Loyalty to the Republic

5. Responsible voting

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A. Read the following situations and write the letter of the particular
RIGHT printed on page 41. Write your answer on the blank.

____1. Lauren Carpio turns 18 and he is ready to vote this coming May.
____2. Andrew was baptized as a Catholic.
____3. Reporting to “Imbestigador” about the unfair practice of an official.
____4. Jason’s mom enrolled him into summer classes.
____5. Kyle planned to buy a new sports car on his birthday.
____6. Jet and his family will go to Australia this summer.
____7. Aling Toyang took her children for free vaccination and consultation.
____8. Because of low salary, employees of a company formed a union.
____9. Earl chose fine arts as his course.
____10. Angela prays the rosary.

B. Complete the phrase.

If I were a responsible citizen, I would…

1. remain standing when...

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
2. respect…
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
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3. share...
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
4. report...
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
5. clean...
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
6. trust...
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

C. Write down the duties that you are practicing.

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
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D. Write an essay on how to be a responsible citizen.

_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________

Write Yes or No on the blank to the following questions.

_______1. Are you aware of your rights as a citizen?

_______2. Do you understand them?
_______3. Do you have the right to choose your candidate during the
elections?
_______4. Do you practice freedom of speech?
_______5. Are you satisfied with your rights and privileges?
_______6. Do you follow school rules?
_______7. Will you help your fellow citizen whose in need?
_______8. Do you respect the persons in authority?
_______9. Do you participate programs in your barangay?
_______10. When you grow up, will you be a responsible Filipino?
_______11. Do you obey simple school rules?
_______12. Do you remind your parents to pay correct taxes?
_______13. Do you encourage your family members who are
of 18 years old and above to vote?
_______14. Do you help people know their rights?

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 Giving Back to My Country
Qualities of a Good Filipino Citizen

• Proud of his nationality

• Follows and obeys laws and ordinances
• Knows his rights, responsibilities and duties to the country
• Takes good care of our natural resources
• Patronizes Philippine-made products
• Loves his country
• Appreciates the contributions of foreigner to our culture
• Respects the national symbols
• Contributes his God-given abilities and talents for the improvement of the
quality of life of people

Answer the following questions.

1. How proud are you of your nationality?

2. Are you a good Filipino citizen?
3. When you are with a group of foreigners, what can you do to promote
your country?
4. Do you love your country?
5. Do you like to teach Filipino language to your foreigner friends?

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6. Are Filipinos worthy of the respect of the world?
7. What Industry, sport or endeavor do you want to see the Filipino excel?
8. What character traits should the ideal Filipino have to honor the country?

A. Choose and fill the blanks with the value which is shown in these
situations below. Write your answer on the blank.
Gratitude Bravery Patriotism
Cooperation Love Appreciation
Generosity Pride Helpfulness
Respect Humility Open-
mindedness
1. We should give ___________to the elders.
2. Our national heroes showed___________ when they gave their lives for
the country.
3. _______ your neighbor as you_______ yourself.
4. _____________ is sharing your blessings with the needy.
5. Andres Bonifacio and his men showed ___________ when they fought for
our freedom.
C. Write an acrostic or acronym for the word patriotism.

P-
A-
T-
R-
I-
O-
T-
I-
S-
M-
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D. Write an essay in your notebook on how you can exercise your
love for country.

Let us remember that it is very great honor to die for one’s

country.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? Answer the following.

1. You want to show love for your country. As a pupil at present, what can
you do to show it?

2. You become aware that some fellow Filipinos are taking advantage of
some foreigners who are visiting your community.

3. You are with some foreigners who are visiting our country. They are
saying unpleasant things about our country and its people which you
think are not true.

4. You read in the newspapers that some foreign magazines give our
country some unpleasant names.

5. Before foreigners reach our country, they will have read something
about our people and the Philippines. You feel that you are inadequate
to answer their questions just in case they come your way, what will you
do?

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