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Re read the poem, “MOTHER TO SON” by Langston Hughes, and look for
sample of poetic contractions (contractions used in a poem to suggest a
different culture, language use, etc.).
State the effect of these contractions to the tone and message of the poem.
B. To use or not to use…
In five minutes, correct each error in the use of contraction and possessive
pronoun.
1. Who’se it ’s author?
2. Have you accepted they’re opinion about coping challenges.
3. Their here to demonstrate they’re understanding.
4. Its too late for you to go they’re.
5. They’re here to stay and its about time too.
C. Contractions Game
Form three groups and play this game.
Write each of these verbs in the index cards or slips of papers. ( will, could, is,
have, do, does, did, can, are, was etc.), and place the cards or slips of papers
in a pile.
DRAFT
Take turns in turning each verb into a contraction with the word NOT.
Each player tells and spells the contraction aloud, then uses it in a sentence.
Consider the group with the most number of points as the winner.
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Players get 5 pts. for each correct and complete answer.
D. Try It Out
Imagine two personas, poets (from the two poems you like or find interesting)
meet and have a meal together.
Imagine how each one shares their thoughts on how to face challenges in life.
Make up few lines of dialog showing their sharing of ideas.
Remember to use contractions.
Keep in mind these discoveries, new ideas, new developments you have
as you continue on the next phase. This clearly shows that you are
ready to do some practical application as an extension of your
understanding of the key concepts. Using your communication and
literary skills learned, try the following---
YOUR DISCOVERY TASKS
1. An Advice
Discuss how to work with a student who has been disappointed to the point
of disillusionment because of a problem.
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