Ia Masonry 7 8 Q2 Las5

7/8
TLE – IA (MASONRY)
Activity Sheet-Quarter 0– MELC 5
Masonry Measuring Tools and Instruments
REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS
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TLE 7/8 –IA (Masonry)
Activity Sheet No. 5
First Edition, 2020
Published in the Philippines

By the Department of Education
Region 6 – Western Visayas
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Development Team of TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) Activity Sheet
Writer: Georgie T. Jusos

Illustrators: Anthony Cordilla
Editors: Vincent J. Castro, Roselyn Q. Maceda, Lorgin G. Nuniala
Sol Grace O. Timola
Layout Artist: Georgie T. Jusos
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Elena P. Gonzaga
Donald T. Genine
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Introductory Message!
Welcome to TLE 7/8- IA (Masonry)!
The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

Schools Division of Sipalay City _ and DepEd Regional Office VI - Western
Visayas through the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD). This is
developed to guide the learning facilitators (teachers, parents and responsible
adults) in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Basic Education
Curriculum.
The Learning Activity Sheet is self-directed instructional materials aimed to

guide the learners in accomplishing activities at their own pace and time using the
contextualized resources in the community. This will also assist the learners in
acquiring the lifelong learning skills, knowledge and attitudes for productivity and
employment.
For learning facilitator:
The TLE 7/8 - IA (Masonry) Activity Sheet will help you facilitate the
leaching-learning activities specified in each Most Essential Learning Competency
(MELC) with minimal or no face-to-face encounter between you and learner. This will
be made available to the learners with the references/links to ease the independent
learning.
For the learner:
The TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) Activity Sheet is developed to help you

continue learning even if you are not in school. This learning material provides you
with meaningful and engaging activities for independent learning. Being an active
learner carefully read and understands the instructions then perform the activities
and answer the assessments. This will be returned to your facilitator on the agreed
schedule.
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Quarter 0, Week 3
Learning Activity Sheets (LAS) No. 5
Name of Learner: _ __________________________________________ _____

Grade and Section: _______________________Date:________________
TLE 7/8 – IA (MASONRY) ACTIVITY SHEET
Masonry Measuring Tools and Instruments
I. Learning Competency with Code
LO 1. Select masonry measuring tools and instruments

1.1. Choose measuring tools to be used for specific tasks.
TLE_IAMS7/8MC--oc-1
II. Background Information for Learners
All accurate ways used for magnificent works in masonry emphasize the
importance of quality and speed. In this regard, appropriate use of rulers,
squares and levels allows you to layout a project accurately.
Masonry Measuring Tools and Equipment
Layout Tools
1. MEASURING TAPE. Instrument used to measure
vertical height/depth of excavation.
2. WOODEN BLOCK. Hook onto the corner of a
block and the string stretch tightly between them
to serve as a guide for all of the blocks in the
course.
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3. MASON BLOCKS AND STRING. String
stretches tightly between them to serve as a
guide for all of the blocks in the course.
4. FRAMING SQUARE. Square up measurements

and draw cut lines for form boards used a combi -
nation square. A framing square is handy for
checking corners.
5. CHALK LINE. You need chalk line box to snap

guideline.
6. MEASURING BOX. A traditional box used to
measure a proportion of gravel and sand with
the dimension of 12” wide; 12” in long; 12” in
deep width net volume of 1 cu. Foot or
0.30 m x 0.30 m x 0.30m. Take note that
these dimensions are inside the box.
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7. PLUMB BOB. Tool used to check the correct
vertical alignment of a structure.
8. LEVEL HOSE WITH WATER. This used to

check the correct horizontal alignment of a
structure.
9. BOARD OR PLYWOOD. This serves as

scaffolds and forms and supports concrete.
III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites
MELCs in TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) pp. 394-396
DepEd Learning Materials in Masonry 7/8 Pp. 94-95
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IV. Activity Proper
Activity I
Instruction: Select the masonry measuring tools/ instruments to be

used in each of the following specific job presented. Write the letter
of your choice on the space provided before the number.
A. B. C.
.
D. E. F.
_____1. Sandy wants to check the correct horizontal alignment of

the wall of the pig pen that he is constructing. What specific
measuring tools he is going to use?
_____2. Danny is looking for a masonry measuring tool to measure

or check the vertical alignment of the canopy post that he is doing.
Can you help Danny identify tool to be used for this task?
_____3. Grace and Sarah, both grade 8 learners are working for
their performance tasks in TLE – Masonry subject. The 2 agreed to
construct a 3”x2”x1” plant box. But of them are not sure of their
measurement. What specific tool can be used by two (2) students in
order to have an accurate measurement?
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_____4. Seth and Jerry constructed plant post for their mother’s
hanging flowers. When they checked their materials, they found out
that they have lacking materials for the construction for the
scaffolding. What materials could you suggest to Seth and Jerry for
this purpose?
_____5. Zeny and Claire wants to check the angle of the corner of
the fishpond that their group constructed as part of their performance
task in TLE 8- Masonry. What specific measuring tools these two (2)
students need to use for this specific tasks?
Activity 2:
Instruction: Read the statement below and choose an appropriate

tool and instrument for the task. Write the letter of your choice.
1. Ruben is digging a hole to make a septic tank for his pigpen. He needs
to measure the vertical height or depth of excavation. Which measuring
tool is appropriate for the job?
A. chalk line B. measuring tape
B. plumb bob D. level hose with water
2. Dulf and Merck wanted to measure a proportion of gravel and

sand to be mixed in making a plant box. What measuring tool is
needed?
A. measuring Box B. measuring tape
C. framing square D. plumb bob
3. Alex was making a house for his pregnant dog. To make it

accurate and balance, he needs to check for the vertical alignment of
the house. Which tool will he use?
A. framing square B. measuring tape
C. level hose with water D. plumb bob
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3. Guide Questions:
1. What are the different measuring tools or instruments used in

masonry operation?
2. How can we get an accurate and magnificent works in masonry?
3. Why do we need to choose appropriate tools for any specific task?
V. Reflection:
1. What is the most important thing you have learned from the activity?
2. Does the activity presented or used in this lesson appropriate to your

level?
3. Is there any clarification or suggestion for further learning enhancement

that you want to be given emphasis?
VI. Answer Key
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7/8

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

Published in the Philippines

This Learning Activity Sheet is developed by DepEd Region 6 – Western

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. No part of this learning resource may be

Development Team of TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) Activity Sheet

Writer: Georgie T. Jusos

The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

The Learning Activity Sheet is self-directed instructional materials aimed to

For learning facilitator:

For the learner:

The TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) Activity Sheet is developed to help you

Learning Activity Sheets (LAS) No. 5

Name of Learner: _ __________________________________________ _____

TLE 7/8 – IA (MASONRY) ACTIVITY SHEET

Masonry Measuring Tools and Instruments

I. Learning Competency with Code

LO 1. Select masonry measuring tools and instruments

II. Background Information for Learners

Masonry Measuring Tools and Equipment

1. MEASURING TAPE. Instrument used to measure

vertical height/depth of excavation.

2. WOODEN BLOCK. Hook onto the corner of a

block and the string stretch tightly between them

to serve as a guide for all of the blocks in the

4. FRAMING SQUARE. Square up measurements

5. CHALK LINE. You need chalk line box to snap

6. MEASURING BOX. A traditional box used to

measure a proportion of gravel and sand with

the dimension of 12” wide; 12” in long; 12” in

deep width net volume of 1 cu. Foot or

0.30 m x 0.30 m x 0.30m. Take note that

these dimensions are inside the box.

vertical alignment of a structure.

8. LEVEL HOSE WITH WATER. This used to

9. BOARD OR PLYWOOD. This serves as

III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites

MELCs in TLE 7/8 – IA (Masonry) pp. 394-396

DepEd Learning Materials in Masonry 7/8 Pp. 94-95

Instruction: Select the masonry measuring tools/ instruments to be

_____1. Sandy wants to check the correct horizontal alignment of

_____2. Danny is looking for a masonry measuring tool to measure

Instruction: Read the statement below and choose an appropriate

A. chalk line B. measuring tape

B. plumb bob D. level hose with water

2. Dulf and Merck wanted to measure a proportion of gravel and

A. measuring Box B. measuring tape

C. framing square D. plumb bob

3. Alex was making a house for his pregnant dog. To make it

A. framing square B. measuring tape

C. level hose with water D. plumb bob

1. What are the different measuring tools or instruments used in

2. How can we get an accurate and magnificent works in masonry?

3. Why do we need to choose appropriate tools for any specific task?

2. Does the activity presented or used in this lesson appropriate to your

3. Is there any clarification or suggestion for further learning enhancement

VI. Answer Key

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Name of Learner: _ ______________________________________ _