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Forms of Office Correspondence

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on various forms of office correspondence, emphasizing the unique features of employment application letters and college admission applications. It includes activities for analyzing language use, distinguishing between formal and informal communication, and understanding denotative and connotative meanings. Additionally, it covers figures of speech and idiomatic expressions, culminating in an assignment to craft heartfelt paragraphs using these concepts.
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Forms of Office Correspondence

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on various forms of office correspondence, emphasizing the unique features of employment application letters and college admission applications. It includes activities for analyzing language use, distinguishing between formal and informal communication, and understanding denotative and connotative meanings. Additionally, it covers figures of speech and idiomatic expressions, culminating in an assignment to craft heartfelt paragraphs using these concepts.
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Various forms of Office Correspondence

READING & WRITING SKILLS

Quarter 3 | Week 9 | eSSLM No.1


OBJECTIVES

At the end of the lesson, the students should be


able to:
1. Identify the unique features and requirements
in composing employment application.
2. Evaluate a job application letter. and;
3. Compose an application for college admission
using guidelines in writing the correspondence.
Activity 1. Analyze it
Activity: FILL ME IN!
Directions: Identify the following words
inside the box by filling in the missing
letters. You'll find your clues in the first and
last letters. Next, determine how many
letters each right response contains, then
multiply that number by two to receive an
extra point. Write your answer in your
notebook.
Analyze me now

1. What do you suppose


these terms are?
Analyze me now

Boy: I love you to


the moon and
back
Girl: Really do you
mean it?
Analyze me now

Doctor: Patient ECG


shows a prolonged QT
interval.
Nurse: Administering
amiodaron to stabilize
cardiac rhythm
DIRECTION: Identify the sentences below and
whether they are formal or informal.

1. The research project will not continue


next year.
2. The patient got over his illness.
3. It was raining cats and dogs.
4. It was raining very heavily
DIRECTION: Identify the sentences below and
whether they are formal or informal.

5. I’m really sorry for the inconvenience


caused.
6. Please accept my apologies for any
trouble this may have caused.
7. She’s got a knack for solving
problems quickly.
.
LET’S PONDER…

9. I love you to the moon and back.


10. Would you be so kind as to assist
me with this task?
Let’s Discuss it

Language Use
Let’s Discuss

1.Language Use

Language use refers to style or


register, denotative and connotative
language, figures of speech, and
idiomatic expression.
Let’s Discuss it

Register or Style
-In describing the style or register,
the language used is either spoken or
written, and formal or informal. There
are three dimensions of register or style,
namely: field, tenor, and mode.
Let’s Discuss it

A. Field- language is used in a certain


profession called jargons. For example,
the language for the doctors is
medicalese, for the lawyers and police
officers, it is called legalese, and for the
teachers, it is teacherese.
Let’s Discuss it

Example
1. "During the check-up, the doctor
informed the patient that they had
hypertension and tachycardia." (Terms like
"hypertension" (high blood pressure) and "tachycardia"
(fast heart rate) are commonly used in healthcare
settings.)
Let’s Discuss it

Example
2. The defendant pleads not guilty and
requests a trial by jury.
(Includes legal terms like "defendant," "pleads," and "trial
by jury.")
Let’s Discuss it

Example
3. He executed a perfect crossover,
creating space for a three-point shot.
(Uses basketball-specific terms like "crossover" and
"three-point shot.")
Let’s Discuss it

B. Tenor- responsible if people talk or


write in formal or informal way. You write
formally when it is related to school or
work. It is informal when writing to
friends or family members.
Let’s Discuss it

Example
1.Dear Professor, I would like to request
an extension on my assignment due to
unforeseen circumstances.
(Used in academic or workplace communication, showing
respect and professionalism.)
Let’s Discuss it

2. Hey, do you think we could move the


meeting to the afternoon? I have
another commitment in the morning.
(Polite but not overly formal, used in a workplace or
casual setting.)
Let’s Discuss it

3. Hey, I can’t make it to the party. Got


tons of studying to do. Catch up later?
(Casual and relaxed, used with friends or peers.)
Let’s Discuss it

C. Mode- I am concerned about the


medium of communication whether it is
spoken or written. It can be done using
phone call, e-mail, or formal document.
Let’s Discuss it

Denotative and Connotative


Language
LET’S DISCUSS IT

A. Denotative
- refers to the literal meaning of a word or
expression, as found in a dictionary. It is
the straightforward definition without any
emotional or associative implications.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

EXAMPLE
Rose; A type of flower that typically has
thorns and fragrant petals.
Dog; A domesticated animal that is often
kept as a pet.
Snake; A long, legless reptile that slithers
on the ground.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Book; A collection of written or printed


pages bound together.
Star; A massive, luminous ball of gas in
space.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

C. Connotative
- It refers to the implied or associative
meaning of a word, as opposed to its
literal or dictionary meaning
(denotation).
LET’S DISCUSS IT

EXAMPLE
Rose; A symbol of love, romance, or
beauty.
Dog; Loyalty & Friendship,
Snake; Temptation, Deception & Betrayal,
Book; learning, adventure, and personal
experience
LET’S DISCUSS IT

EXAMPLE
Rose; A symbol of love, romance, or
beauty.
Dog; Loyalty & Friendship,
Snake; Temptation, Deception & Betrayal,
Book; learning, adventure, and personal
experience
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Star; takes on meanings related to fame,


dreams, hope, and inspiration
LET’S DISCUSS IT
Denotative Cannotative
Rose; A type of flower Rose; A symbol of
that typically has love, romance, or
thorns and fragrant beauty.
petals.
Dog; A domesticated animal Dog; Loyalty &
that is often kept as a pet. Friendship,
LET’S DISCUSS IT
Denotative Cannotative
Snake; A long, legless Snake; Temptation,
reptile that slithers on Deception &
the ground. Betrayal,

Book; A collection of Book; learning,


written or printed adventure, and
pages bound together. personal experience
Let’s Discuss it

Figure of Speech
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
Are rhetorical devices that convey meanings in non-
literal ways, often used to create vivid imagery,
express emotions, and engage the audience. They
enrich both spoken and written language, making it
more impactful and memorable.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
A. Simile
It is comparing things, ideas, and persons
figuratively with the use of the words like or as
Example
The smile of a baby is like a flower that
brightens up the day.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
B. Metaphor
This is used to compare figuratively without
using the words like or as.
Example
The smile of a baby is a flower that brightens
up the day.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
C. Personification
It is giving human characteristics to
inanimate objects.
Example
The seas and the air sighed and felt the relief
from pollution.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
D. Hyperbole
This is exaggerating the statements to
create a literary effect.
Example
I almost have gone wild due to boredom.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Figure of Speech
E. Oxymoron
It is placing two opposite words together
Example
The loud silence of the streets can
be heard during the lockdown.
Let’s Discuss it

IDIOMATIC
EXPRESSION
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Idiomatic expression
An idiomatic expression is a phrase or
an expression that has a figurative meaning that
is different from its literal meaning.
Understanding idioms is essential for effective
communication, as
they often convey cultural nuances and emotions
that standard language may not capture.
LET’S DISCUSS IT

Example
Break a leg ( Goodluck)
You are the apple of my eye
(refers to the person whom you loved
most.)
Activity 2: Together as one

Instruction:
In this activity, you are going to combine your
knowledge about language use. Read each
statement below and determine which concept it
belongs to: register, denotative language,
connotative language, figures of speech, or
idiomatic expression.
Activity 2: Together as one

Instruction:
1.The teachers are having teleconferences thru
Google Meet and Zoom Applications.

2. The fishes in the seas are rejoicing.


Activity 2: Together as one

3. Kobe finished sketching in just two minutes.


To sketch was a piece of cake for him.

4. Dove or pigeon belongs to a bird family.


However, it also means innocence, affection, and
peace.
Activity 2: Together as one

5.The cop is writing a police report about the case


of stealing in his locality.
Let’s Discuss it

Quiz time
1. What does "denotative meaning" refer to?
A) The emotional associations of a word
B) The literal definition of a word
C) A phrase with a figurative meaning
D) A style of writing
2. Which of the following is an example of an
idiomatic expression?
A) "It's raining heavily."
B) "Break a leg!"
C) "The sun is shining."
D) "She runs fast."
3. What is meant by "register" in language?
A) The literal meaning of words
B) The emotional tone of a text
C) The style or level of formality in language
D) A type of figure of speech
4. Which sentence contains a figure of speech?
A) "The cat is on the mat."
B) "Time flies when you’re having fun."
C) "He went to the store."
D) "The book is on the table."
5. What does connotation refer to?
A) The dictionary definition of a word
B) The deeper meanings and associations of
a word
C) A type of idiomatic expression
D) A specific style of writing
6. Identify the type of language used in the
sentence: “Your love is like the sun that lights up
my whole world.”
• A) Denotative language
• B) Connotative language
• C) Figure of speech (simile)
• D) Idiomatic expression
7. Which of the following sentences uses
informal language?
A) "I would like to express my gratitude for
your assistance."
B) "Thanks for your help!"
C) "We must adhere to the guidelines."
D) "The report is due next week."
8. What is an example of a connotative
meaning?
A) "Home" referring to a physical building.
B) "Home" evoking feelings of warmth and
safety.
C) "Dog" as a domesticated animal.
D) "Tree" as a plant with branches.
Let’s Discuss it

ASSIGNMENT
Craft two heartfelt paragraphs expressing your
feelings to a loved one or crush, weaving in
idiomatic expressions and figures of speech to
enrich your message. The goal is to create a
vivid and memorable expression of your
affection.
Consider how you can use language to paint a
picture of your feelings and make your message
truly resonate with the recipient. Be creative
and let your emotions guide your pen.
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING

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