Learning Package

Task 3. Filling the Gaps
Read silently the Ibaloi, Tagalog, and Nabaloi versions of ―The Origins of Rice.‖ Take note of the
similarities and differences among these versions (including the Bohol version).
YOUR DISCOVERY TASKS
Task 1. Establishing Links
1. Complete the table on the different versions of ―The Origin of Rice.‖
Situation of things
in the beginning
Bohol Ibaloi Tagalog Nabaloi
Gods/goddesses
Humans
Purpose of creation
Manner of creation
Results of creation
2. Answer the questions below.
a. In what aspects are the four versions similar and different?
b. What traits did the gods/goddesses show?
c. What do the stories say about the relationship between humans and their gods/goddesses?
d. Share your answers with the class. Support your answers by reading lines from the versions.
e. Make use of appropriate pitch, phrasing, and pacing for your class to understand more your
message.
Task 2. Finding Meaning
1. Idiomatic expressions are common phrases or sayings whose meanings cannot be
understood by the individual words or parts. One kind of idiomatic expressions is the phrasal
verb. Below are examples of these expressions and their meanings.
Idiomatic expressions (phrasal verbs)
Care for
Carry out
Go on
Take part
Take pity
Win over
Meanings
To show likeness or fondness
To do, to practice
To continue
To participate
To show compassion or kindness for
To gain support
2. Use the given idiomatic expressions in meaningful sentences.
3. As a homework, look for at least five idiomatic expressions and their meanings. Also, use
each expression in a sentence. Use a table for your answer.
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