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English
Quarter 3 – Module 1:
Examining Biases (For or Against)
Made by the Author
 Lesson
Examining Biases (For or
1 Against) Made by the Author
An important part of evaluating an author’s ethos is identifying that author’s bias. Bias
is any opinion that influences a person’s thoughts, feelings, or actions. A person can be biased
against something or have a bias for something. An author’s bias is any opinion or prejudice
that affects that author’s writing and prevents the author from being completely neutral about
the topic or issue about which she/he is writing.

What’s In
Determine the issue conveyed in the following texts. Write S if it is Social, E if Economic, M
if Moral, and P if Political. Write the correct answer in your answer sheet.
1. Prices of goods and commodities have increased so much since the start of the pandemic.
2. The percentage of teenage pregnancy in the Philippines has been constantly growing.
3. Bullying in the social media must be put to an end.
4. The speedy transmission of the B117 variant of COVID-19 continuously create fear to most
Filipinos.
5. The pandemic has caused the closure of many businesses.
What issues were raised in the given statements?
Which sides do you prefer to take? What biases can be extracted from these?

What’s New

Circle Biases
Bias is when you have a personal opinion for or against something; oftentimes, this
opinion on or favor for something is not based on reason or experience.
For your initial activity, try to accomplish the task below.
Choose the biases that match the subject. Write your answer in your answer sheet.
1. Kapampangans are known to be the most religious people in the country.
A. most religious C. people
B. Kapampangans D. country

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2. A Prepaid card is definitely better than a postpaid SIM card.
A. Prepaid C. than
B. better D. sim
3. Modular learning is the most appropriate learning modality in the new normal
education.
A. delivery C. most appropriate
B. modular learning D. new normal
4. Eating fruits is the only way to live healthy.
A. only way C. healthy
B. fruits D. eating
5. Online teaching proves to be more effective than face-to-face teaching.
A. face to face C. online teaching
B. proves D. more effective
6. Exercising is proven to be the most effective way to lose weight.
A. Exercising C. lose weight
B. most effective D. proven

What Is It
What is Bias?
Bias in writing can be defined as:
• A prejudice against something an author is writing about.
• Favoritism for something an author is writing about.
• An author letting feelings or emotions cloud his/her objectivity with regard to
something he/she is writing about.
An important skill of critical reading is the ability to detect an author's bias . The reason
for this is to avoid invalidation of an author's claim.
There are several ways to detect an author's possible bias and prejudice, for example:
1. the author uses inflammatory language: in the most extreme cases, racial epithets,
slurs, etc.;
2. the author consistently makes claims whose larger purpose is to elevate (or demean)
one’s social, ethnic, national, religious, or gender group as compared to another, or
all others;
3. the author consciously presents evidence that serves to tell only one side of an event or
issue, purposefully withholding or ignoring information that may shed the opposing
view in a more positive light;

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 4. the author manufactures, falsifies and/or dishonestly cites evidence in order to present
his or her case in a more positive light.
Bias is a subjective way of thinking that tells only one side of a story sometimes leading
to inaccurate information or a false impression. When you research, it is crucial that you
identify the level of bias in potential sources. Below are some possible sources of bias.
• The writer relies on incomplete information.
• The writer is tries to deceive the reader.
• The writer wants to believe what he or she is saying.
• The writer’s past experience influences his or her thinking.
• The writer is tries to persuade the reader.
The author shows bias when he leaves out information or alters facts to force the reader
to have a certain opinion about a subject, or to convince the reader to take a certain action.
Reading requires that a reader recognize bias in writing. On this recognition, the reader may
become the victim of the writer’s propaganda. To identify bias in a passage or article, the reader
must read through the material and ask, “What does the writer want me to think or to do?” Bias
is often present in editorials, advertisements, religious publications, and political materials.

What’s More

Independent Activity 1

Examine the following sentences and write B if the statement shows bias and NB if not.
Write the correct answer in your answer sheet.
1. Manny Pacquiao is the best Filipino philanthropist.
2. Henry Sy Sr. was the only Chinese-Filipino business magnate who offered justifiable salary
to Filipino workers.
3. All Asians look the same.
4. Women should only stay inside their homes and do all household chores.
5 The imposition of death penalty will help curve crimes and violence in the country.

Independent Assessment 1
Examine each of the following sentences. Then, draw a sad face (☹) if it shows bias and
smiling face (☺) if not. Do this in your answer sheet.
1. Fruits and vegetables are both healthy, but eating fruits is healthier than eating vegetables.
2. The Philippines fail to handle COVID-19 cases effectively that is why many people get
infected by the virus.
3. All countries around the world are doing their best to stop the spread of the deadly virus.
4. Schooling is not a priority during this pandemic, so the government must consider the
academic freeze immediately.

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English
Quarter 3 – Module 2:
Analyzing Intention of Words
or Expressions Used
in Propaganda Techniques
 Lesson Analyzing Intention of Words

1 and Expressions Used in

Propaganda Techniques
Have you ever witnessed real-life examples of propaganda?
Advertisers, influencers, and politicians have been using propaganda techniques for
generations now. Simply put, a propagandist uses emotional and persuasive means to derive
desired outcomes from others. Mostly for their own personal gains.
As human beings, we begin to lose all sense of rationality when we’re driven by
emotions. And that’s exactly how propagandists exploit other people. But the process isn’t as
simple as it may seem, In fact, there are a number of different types of propaganda.

What’s In
Read and analyze the following advertisements. Then answer the questions below. Write your
answer in your answer sheet.

1. What strategy does the advertisement above employ to persuade customers?

A. Sale discounts C. Facts and figures
B. Colorful pictures D. Famous endorser
2. What words or phrases were used showing bias?
A. Burger King
B. Get Satisfried!
C. Big Taste, Less Fat
D. 40% less fat than Mc Donald’s French Fries
3. What loaded words were used to increase consumers’
A. Less and big C. Satisfries
B. Product contents D. Satisfried

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 Brand/ Product Tagline
1. BDO A. May liwanag ang buhay!
2. RiteMed B. Balanced News, Fearless News
3. KFC C. Para kanino ka bumabangon?
4. Jollibee D. We got it all for you
5. Meralco E. Kapuso ng bawat Filipino
6. SM Malls F. Goodbye Stains
7. Philippine Daily Inquirer G. Wag Mahihiyang Magtanong
8. GMA Network H. Finger lickin’ good
9. Ariel I. We find ways
10. Nescafe J. Bida ang saya

What Is It

Discussion of Activity 1
When we want others to believe in us, we try to say or do something that will convince
them. The word convince is synonymous with the word persuade. To persuade someone means
to influence a person to a specific action that we want him or her to get involved with. Some
people are using manipulation in order to sway others to take part in what they are promoting,
supporting and endorsing. Manipulation may come in different forms such as controlling some
situations, using flowery and sugar-coated words, and overdoing an action just to convince
others. This is where the idea of propaganda comes into play.
Propaganda is information that is misleading in nature used to promote someone's point
of view or promote a political cause. It is the art of persuasion (English Times). It is very
common in advertisement in different media platforms such in broadcast (TV and radio), print
(newspapers and magazines) and new media (Social media and internet).
Types of Propaganda Techniques
Bandwagon – The idea of this type of propaganda intentionally makes a person feel to be left
out from group.
Examples:
1. Pepsi commercial that pushed forth the slogan “the choice of a new generation.”
2. On the commercial you see that as one person takes out their phone another person does
until everyone in the balcony has a 7 mobile phone out to capture dancing. This
commercial would make viewers think that everyone in the dance is supporting T-
Mobile.
3. Proactive skincare commercial uses assertation: “Philippines’ #1 skin care product” to
group proactive with the entire country.

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Plain Folks – The user of this product is an ordinary or common people. It relates more on
one’s experiences.
Examples:
1. A baby promoting different foods.
2. Pampanga’s Best...It says “Ang di mapantayan, ang Original Tocino ng bayan.
3. A little boy that could be anyone is advertising OREO.
Card Stacking – The idea behind this technique is that the advertiser intentionally removes
any information that may damage their image and put only the information which will bait a
person into the trap.
Examples:
1. Creamsilk conditioner can give hair a smooth and silky appearance.
2. During election periods political parties will often gag their loose cannons who might
pen their mouths and say the wrong thing.
3. A brand of snack food is loaded with sugar then commercial may boast that product is
known in fat which implies that is also low in calories.
Name-Calling – this type of propaganda makes use of insulting or belittling labels resulting in
the formation of a negative opinion or impression about a product, person, and group.
Example:
1. In TV commercial, the rival product will be branded either x or y despite the advertiser
would cover the brand name. But because of other clues like its color, design and
layout, you can still recognize that product.
Glittering Generalities – this propaganda technique uses positive words to influence a
person’s buying decision.
Examples:
1. Things go better with coke
2. Find magic in Enchanted Kingdom
3. Strike up for the new world
4. Gatorade always wins
Testimonials – Advertisers use the endorsements of influencers, popular personalities,
authority figures or experts in the field to convince that the product is worth the money.
Examples:
1. Katrine Bernardo promoting a beauty cream.
2. Lebron James is promoting the famous fast food place Mc Donald's! When his fans see
this, they want to eat it because their favorite NBA Basketball player eats it.
3. Serena Williams promotes Gatorade she wants her fans to buy it.
Transfer – this is a technique of impressing good or bad qualities of a person, object, product
to another in order to make the second more acceptable or to shame it.
Examples:

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 1. Manny Pacquioa train very hard for his fight but he feels pain every training so he takes
Alaxan FR to relieve the pain.
2. Sarah Geronimo have a long black silky hair in taking good care of her hair she
uses Sunsilk.
3. Coco Martin loves to drink coffee in giving himself satisfaction he prefers to
use Nescafe.
4. Kathryn Bernardo have fair skin; she wants to achieve a white complexion so she uses
Olay products to achieve it.

What’s More

Independent Activity 1

Analyze the following advertisements. Then, answer the questions that follow in your
answer sheet.
1. What propaganda technique is used in the poster?

A. Bandwagon C. Card stacking

B. Name Calling D. Glittering generality
2. What does the phrase: Billions and Billions served indirectly mean?
A. They have sold over a billion of people.
B. Anyone who tastes it gets a taste of heaven.
C. They have the biggest hamburgers in the world.
D. Everyone is buying our hamburgers, so shouldn’t you join the majority?
3. Which of these strategies was not used in the poster to influence customers?
A. Catchy phrases C. Bright and colorful pictures
B. Popular influencer D. Bright and large yellow letter “M”
4. What propaganda technique is used in the advertisement?

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English
Quarter 3 – Module 3:
Analyzing Literature as a Mirror to a
Shared Heritage of People with
Diverse Backgrounds
 Analyzing Literature as a
Lesson
Mirror to a Shared Heritage
1 of People with Diverse
Backgrounds
We are part of a big global village, as one, you are related to others in many things. As
a global citizen, you can be able to know other people’s culture, traditions, values as well as
experiences. How can we be able to interrelate with other people despite our diverse
backgrounds?

What’s In

Refer to the poem I Am an African Child from the previous activity, create a poster or
a slogan that detests Discrimination. Start by doing a brainstorming activity. In case you have
access to social media platform, post your product in support of the flight of people who are
continuously discriminated all over the world.

What’s New

There are plenty of ways to know others and to relate to their diverse backgrounds, to
see some commonalities and heritage that you shared, which among the items below have
you already done? Put a ✓ on the items you tried already.

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 1. Visiting other places’ landmarks
2. Eating the place’s famous dishes
3. Reading and analyzing some the place’s literature like stories, poems and
songs
4. Talking to the people about their culture, traditions, values and experiences

After going through the checklist above, write three (3) significant lessons you have gained
which you continuously practice in life. Do this on your answer sheet.

1. _______________________________________________________________________
2. _______________________________________________________________________
3. _______________________________________________________________________

What is It
Analyzing literature can be a complex process since it involves critical thinking to be
able to arrive at an interpretation or draw a conclusion based on the details or elements. In
this part, let us first define analysis.
In literature, (it means) “when we analyze something, we break it down into its separate
parts and look at how those parts work together. In the case of a story, we break it into its
literary elements, like character and plot, in order to see how they work together to produce
the story.
In addition, an analysis is trying to come up to a deeper understanding of the meaning
of a literary piece and its place in the world.
What are the ways to analyze a literary piece?

a. examine the elements in relation to a piece of literature; and

b. examine how the ideas and elements relate to a broad social, political and
cultural situation?

How are we going to break down the parts of a literary piece into its separate elements? This
calls for the various elements of a literary piece, these are:

1. Setting is a description of where and when the story takes place. It also means geography,
weather, time of day ad social conditions.
2. Characterization deals with how the characters are described: through dialogue, by the
way they speak, can be the physical appearance, thoughts and feelings.
3. Plot is the main sequence of events that make up the story.
4. Point of view means whose eyes the story is being told through. Is he the narrator or
speaker in the story? Is the narrator the main character? Does the author speak through
one of the characters?

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5. Conflict or tension is usually the heart of the story and is related to the main character.
6. The theme is the main idea, lesson or message in the story. It is usually an abstract,
universal idea about the human condition, society or life, to name a few.
7. The author’s style has to do with the author’s vocabulary, tone or feeling of the story. It
has to do with his attitude towards the subject. The writer’s use of literary devices--
elements and techniques that create a perception of writing to the reader.

Literary Devices/ Meanings Examples

Simile is a direct comparison Our soldiers are as brave as lions.
between two things that are NOT
like and use the words “like” or “as”.
Metaphors make an implicit, His words are pearls of wisdom
implied, or
hidden comparison between two
things that are unrelated, but
which share some common
characteristics.
Imagery is the use of visually 1. It was dark and dim in the forest.
descriptive or figurative language The words “dark” and “dim” are visual images.
in writing which uses man’s 2. The children were screaming and shouting in the
physical senses- sight, smell,
fields.
hearing, taste and touch,
“Screaming” and “shouting” appeal to our sense
of hearing, or auditory sense.
3. He whiffed the aroma of brewed coffee.
“Whiff” and “aroma” evoke our sense of smell, or
olfactory sense.
4. The girl ran her hands on a soft satin fabric.
The idea of “soft” in this example appeals to our
sense of touch, or tactile sense.

5. The fresh and juicy orange is very cold and

sweet.
“Juicy” and “sweet” – when associated with
oranges – have an effect on our sense of taste,
or gustatory sense.
Personification gives human 6. The moon yanked a blanket of silver light over
characteristics to non-human the forest.
objects or elements.
Symbolism is the use of symbols 7. The color red can symbolize struggle, power,
to represent ideas or qualities. passion or romance.

Analyzing literature helps illustrate for people that successful art may involve
self-expression, but to a greater purpose beyond the creator, whether to inform, to
invoke empathy, to inspire, or simply to entertain.

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 What is a “shared heritage?” It means putting common values, shared history
and experiences in the spotlight that can contribute to and reinforce a sense of
belonging among people regardless of physical, social and cultural boundaries. For
example, cultural heritage does not end at monuments and collections of objects. It also
includes traditions or living expressions inherited from our ancestors and passed on to our
descendants, such as oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, festive
events, knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe or the knowledge
and skills to produce traditional crafts.
So, when does literature become a mirror to a shared heritage of people with diverse
backgrounds? Literature is a history, or more like a background of a certain culture because it
reflects the ideas, feelings and experiences of the author. As a human with feelings and logical
thinking, we can be able to connect and relate to them and share commonalities and consider
such pieces as heritage despite of differences in culture, traditions, values and experiences.
Literature promotes cultural understanding and appreciation; literature helps
people understand themselves, their families, and their communities better as members of a
particular culture. By reading folk tales and legends, for example, they learn about "the origin
of traditional cultural values and beliefs" (Diamond & Moore 1995: 221).
The understanding and appreciation of culture that results from the study of literature
helps students develop a positive self-image and attitude toward their heritage language and
culture. If heritage literary works are compared to writings from the dominant culture or other
cultures, people gain a deeper understanding and acceptance.

What’s More

Independent Activity 1
Now try to read the poem below then answer these questions on your notebook.
Pomegranates
(Sin Hum 1566-1628)
Translated by Graeme Wilson

It rained last night. The pomegranates,

Red and orange-red,
Have all burst open into flower.

Not to be comforted,
I sit in this cool pavilion
Set in a lotus lake
And under its glass-bead curtains wait
For my closed heart to break.
1. In Korea, the pomegranate is a symbol of good omen and fertility. What representation is
hinted by the pomegranate being rained on?

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 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Compiling Learning Assessments
and Performance Tasks
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
I. We are now on the 3rd quarter of this school year. There will be another
4 Learning Assessments and 4 Performance Tasks that you will
accomplish. These will be compiled in a long-sized Sliding Folder (any
color).

II. The first page in your sliding folder will be the one in which you will see
on the next page. Just edit and print, or if you prefer handwriting, you may
do so.

III. After you have inserted the title page, read and understand my
instructions on how to accomplish each Learning Assessment and
Performance Task.

IV. When you are done for every Learning Assessment and Performance
Task, insert them in your sliding folder. Insert the 4 Learning Assessments
first, to be followed by the 4 Performance Tasks.

V. Be active in our Group Chat for more updates and elaborated

instructions regarding your outputs. If you have questions, you can ask in
our GC from Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.

VI. All Learning Assessments and Performance Tasks which will be

compiled in your long-sized sliding folder will be submitted at the end of
the 3rd quarter.
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

Submitted by:
Name: ______________________
Grade & Section: ____________

Submitted to:
Ms. Lanamhae M. Cuevas
English Teacher
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Learning Assessment I
Week 1 Lesson: Examining Biases

Examine the following sentences. Then, draw a sad face ( ) if it shows BIAS, and
smiling face ( ☺ ) if not.

____1. Manny Pacquiao is the best Filipino philantropist.

____ 2. Henry SY Sr. was the only Chinese-Filipino business magnate who offered
justifiable salary to Filipino workers.

____3. All Asians look the same.

____4. The imposition of death penalty will help curse crimes and violence in the
country.

____5. Women should only stay inside their homes and do all household chores.

____6. Fruits and vegetables are both healthy, but eating fruits is healthier than
eating vegetables.

____7. The Philippines fail to handle COVID-19 cases effectively that is why
many people get infected by the virus.

____8. All countries around the world are doing their best to stop the spread of the
deadly virus.

____9. Schooling is not a priority during this pandemic, so the government must
consider the academic freeze immediately.

____10. Everyone is responsible for his or her own health. We should do our
responsibilities for us to survive the pandemic.
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Performance Task I
Week 1 Lesson: Examining Biases

Read the following scenarios and decide if the situation shows bias or not. If the scenario is
biased, write the support sentence/s; if not biased, write the sentence that presents facts.

1. Jollibee is the best fast food restaurants in the Philippines. The food is very delicious and
affordable, the staffs are accommodating, and they value the execution of necessary safety
guidelines.
Biased/Not biased?
________________________________________________________________________
Support sentence/s:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2. Radio is far better than television just as reading is better than watching. There is a great
difference of radio broadcasting from a watching a television. First, it is better to listen than
to watch. This is because listening motivates you to imagine and imaginative skills will be
developed.
Biased/Not biased?
________________________________________________________________________
Support sentence/s:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
3. People are using cellphones everywhere in schools, leading some school systems to ban
them during the academic day. Cellphones don’t contribute to learning and are potentially
a distraction, “says Thomas Sherman Tech professor of education. “There are already
enough distractions; there’s no need to add another.”
Biased/Not biased?
________________________________________________________________________
Support sentence/s:
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Learning Assessment II
Week 2 Lesson: Propaganda Techniques
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Performance Task II
Week 2 Lesson: Propaganda Techniques
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Learning Assessment III
Week 3 Lesson: Analyzing Literature
Read the story Makato and the Cowrie Shell. Then do the activity that follows in your answer sheet.

Makato and the Cowrie Shell

(A Thai Folktale)
Supanese Khanchanathiti

There is an orphan named Makato, a young boy. He did not have any way to support
himself. He worked hard doing any jobs he could to survive. He was a hard worker, which
people noticed. He would dream of being on an adventure to a bigger place where the land
was fertile and the people were kind, which encouraged him to do so.
He set out one day after preparing. The journey led him to a bigger town. He asked a
woman for water and told her that he got on a journey to see the king, who was said to be
kind. Makato worked with the king’s elephants and began working for her. He eventually
encountered the king. During the encounter, he picked up a cowrie shell that was lying on the
road and offered it to the king.
The King said that he could keep it. Makato pondered what he could do to honor the
king’s gift. He saw lettuce seeds at a stall in the market and thought that he could grow them.
He asked the woman about them, and she let him have as many as would stick to his finger
in return for his treasured cowrie shell. Makato grew the lettuces. The king visited him once
more. Makato gave one lettuce to the king and told him that he grew them from the shell.
The king was impressed and gave him a job in the castle. Makato grew up and married
the daughter of the king.

1. Describe Makato. What character traits does he possess?

_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
2. What could be the reason why Makato left his place?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
3. Which of Makato’s traits are similar to yours?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
4. How would you nurture and enhance your positive traits? In what ways?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
5. What lessons in life does the author want to convey? Are these true to all ages
and races?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
 Department of Education
Region III
DIVISION OF PAMPANGA
City of San Fernando
GATIAWIN HIGH SCHOOL
Gatiawin, Arayat, Pampanga
S.Y 2021-2022

English 8 – Quarter 3
Performance Task III
Week 3 Lesson: Analyzing Literature

Read the poem below.

Answer the following questions about the poem that you read.

1. Who is speaking?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

2. What is the poem all about?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

3. What figure of speech is used in the fifth stanza?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

4. Based on the poem, what positive values do the Burmese possess?

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

5. What do the Burmese need to do to achieve the goal of the persona?

______________________________________________________________________________
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