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English

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education Regional Office IX, Zamboanga Peninsula

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Zest for Progress Zeal of Partnership

Name of Learner: ___________________________

Grade & Section: ___________________________

Name of School: ___________________________

Quarter 2 - Module 7:

Editorial Cartooning

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What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master how to recognize the positive and negative message conveyed in the

presented editorial cartoon. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many

different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary

level of students and the lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the

course.

The module contains only one lesson that will lead you to draw an editorial

cartoon based on the editorial read.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this module, the learners are expected to:

1. define editorial cartooning;

2. discern the positive and negative message conveyed in the presented Editorial cartoon; and

3. draw an editorial cartoon based on the editorial read.

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5. What’s In Activity 1: Name a Movie Directions: Give the title of the following movies by looking at the cartoon characters.

Choose the answers inside the box. Write the letter and the answer on the space provided.

1. + = ___________________ 2. + = ___________________

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A. Tom and Jerry B. Minions C. Dora the Explorer D. Spongebob Squarepants E. Super Mario Bros

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3. + = ___________________ 4. + = ___________________ 4. + = ___________________

What’s New Activity 2

Directions: Describe the editorial cartoon

© Pat Bagley - Cagle Cartoons Inc.

Guide Questions:

1. What’s going on? Describe the cartoon: what images do you see?

2. What does the text say? What does it add to the image?

3. What looks familiar in the cartoon?

4. Now look at the BIGGER picture, what past and/or present event is shown here?

5. What is the artist trying to say?

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What is it

Editorial is an article in a newspaper that expresses the editor’s opinion in a

subject if particular interest at the present time. Editorial Cartoon is an illustration expressing opinion and interpretation. It is also called a “wordless editorial”. It may or may not be a complement of the editorial. It serves the function of the editorial and the other contents of the op-ed pages: to present an opinion on an issue. Cartoon comes from the words caricatures and lampoon, wherein caricatures is defined as drawings of people in which certain physical features are exaggerated while lampoon is a subtle attack presented humorously.

As nouns, caricature is a pictorial representation of someone in which distinguishing features are exaggerated for comic effect while lampoon is a written attack ridiculing a person, group or institution.

As verbs, the difference between lampoon and caricature is that caricature is

to represent someone in an exaggerated or distorted manner while lampoon is to satirize or poke fun at.

Editorial cartoon uses pictures and text to make a statement. Editorial cartoons express opinions about a wide range of topics in the news, such as politics or culture. Editorial cartoonists often use images of well-known people, places and things to send a message. Editorial cartoons can be challenging because you often need background knowledge to understand them. Things to consider in editorial cartooning:

❑ Symbolism ❑ Humor

❑ Stereotyping ❑ Analogy

❑ Exaggeration ❑ Technical Skills

• Symbolism – the use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, by giving them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense.

✓ Dove – peace ✓ Roses – romance

✓ Duterte - government ✓ Juan dela Cruz – Filipino masses

✓ Black – death or evil ✓ Blindfolded lady with weighing scale –

justice ✓ Crocodile - corruption

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• Stereotyping – a fixed, over generalized belief about a particular group or class of people.

✓ Men are strong and do all the work ✓ All teenagers are rebels

✓ All Arabs and Muslims are terrorists ✓ Guys are messy and unclean

✓ Poor people wear worn-out clothes ✓ Girls are not good at sports

• Exaggeration – cartoonists overdo, or exaggerate, the physical characteristics of people or things in order to make a point.

• Humor – being funny except in tragic situations.

• Analogy – a comparison between two unlike things that share some characteristics. By comparing a complex issue or situation with a more familiar one, cartoonists can help their readers see it in a different light.

• Technical Skills ✓ Use technical tools (pencil, pen and ink) ✓ Shading ✓ Shadowing

Techniques on how to interpret any editorial cartoon

1. First, look at the images and text in the cartoon and describe what you see. What if anything, looks familiar? What words, if any, are included with any pictures? What do they add to the cartoon?

2. Next, search for the BIGGER picture—the meaning of the cartoon. What is the main point the cartoonist is trying to convey? Is anything exaggerated in the cartoon? If so, why might that be?

3. Ask students to think about what has happened in the past and what is happening in the present as it relates to the cartoon. What connections or comparisons is the artist of the cartoon trying to show you?

Tips for Cartooning

1. Take a side. Are you for or against a certain issue? 2. Use facial expressions and emotions. 3. Use universal symbols, those which can be understood at once by your intended

reader. 4. Do not clutter your cartoon with unnecessary details or complicate your drawing

with artistic touches. 5. Limit the use of words or labels. 6. Use shading to make your article more convincing. Have only one light source. 7. Draw your cartoons in landscape. Use margins/border: it shows professionalism 8. Have your own style. Do not copy or plagiarize. 9. Read, read and read. Remember: The editorial cartoonist is not just an artist.

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What’s More

Activity 3: Matching Type

Directions: Match the following words with their common symbols. Write the letter

on the space before the number.

_____ 1. Philippine Government A. chain

_____ 2. new generation B. money bags

_____ 3. peace C. dove

_____ 4. time D. rising building

_____ 5. hope E. rising sun

_____ 6. death F. big clock

_____ 7. wealth G. wave

_____ 8. hindrances H. baby fetus

_____ 9. progress I. flag

_____ 10. slavery J. skull

Activity 4: Guess the Image

Directions: Give the corresponding meaning of the following symbols. Choose the

answers inside the box. Write only the letter of the answer on the space

provided.

1. 2. 3. 4.

_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________

5. 6. 7. 8.

_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________

A. Christian B. female C. stop D. justice E. poison F. recycle G. male H. peace

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Activity 5: Interpret the Image

Directions: Look at the picture below and discern the message conveyed in the picture

by giving your own interpretations

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What I Have Learned Activity 6: Fill Me In

Directions: Read and understand the statement carefully. Fill in the blanks with

the correct answer from the words inside the box.

Editorial cartoon uses (1) __________ and (2) __________ to make a

statement. It also expresses opinions about a wide range of topics in the news, such

as politics or culture. (3) __________ often use images of well-known people, places

and things to send a (4) __________. There are different techniques on how to

interpret an editorial cartoon, first look at the images and text in the cartoon and

describe what you see. Next, search for the (5) __________ picture—the meaning of

the cartoon. Lastly, ask students to think about what has happened in the past and

what is happening in the present as it relates to the cartoon. Editorial cartoon is also

called (6) _______________. (7) __________ comes from the words caricatures and

lampoon. A subtle attack that is presented humorously is called (8) __________ while

drawing of people in which physical features are exaggerated is called (9)

__________. One tip for editorial cartooning is to use facial expressions and (10)

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message text cartoon

bigger pictures emotions lampoon

editorial cartoonists wordless editorial caricatures

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What I Can Do

Activity 7: Draw me

Directions: Make an editorial cartoon based on the editorial below. Apply the tips in cartooning. Your output will be graded using the rubrics below.

Editorial: Bullying: Students themselves may be key to solving problem

Anyone who was bullied as a student – which includes most of us – remembers that the best defense was always to avoid the bully, if possible. If you took a different way to class, skipped lunch or darted for the door the second the bell rang, you might just survive another day without an embarrassing confrontation.

It used to be that bullies were creatures of opportunity. If they came across a potential victim, they would act, especially if they had an audience. They didn’t necessarily seek out their victims. That’s how students who went to school before the age of the Internet and social media dealt with bullies. But things have changed and those who dismiss the issue today, those who say, “I was bullied in school and I turned out OK,” don’t understand how the world has changed for young people.

In the age of ubiquitous electronic communication, the bully cannot be avoided. There is no place to hide, no alternate routes to take, no way to stay out of the bully’s way. In short, no relief.

Social media has left bullying victims with few ways to escape, Andy Hagler, executive director of the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County, told the Journal’s Arika Herron. And perhaps because of the nature of social media, the bullying can be more extreme, leading some students to commit suicide. Gay and lesbian students are often specifically targeted.

"Nowadays with bullying, it’s more than just the teasing,” Hagler said. “It has a lot to do with intimidation. It’s not just a rite of passage. It becomes fear-based.”

October is National Bullying Prevention month. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school officials are working with community groups to raise awareness about bullying and cyber-bullying. A survey of students last year revealed that 53 percent of eighth-graders, 43 percent of fifth-graders, and 28 percent of high-school seniors agreed or strongly agreed that bullying was a problem.

Last Wednesday was Unity Day, sponsored by the PACER National Bullying Prevention Center, an effort to raise awareness and show support for students who have been bullied. Schools and community groups also gathered for a Bully Walk on Saturday at BB&T Ballpark.

It’s important that students themselves are getting involved to combat bullying. They may be the solution because while bullies may seem like fearless rebels, most often they are troubled and insecure and looking for acceptance. The last thing they probably want is to be on the outside.

Which brings us to the parents of bullies, and you probably know who you are. Do your child a big favor and let them know that you also think that bullies are uncool.

Source: “Editorial: Bullying: Students Themselves May Be Key to Solving Problem,”

Journal editorial, Winston-Salem Journal, Accessed August 21, 2020,

https://journalnow.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-bullying-students-themselves-may-be-

key-to-solving-problem/article_b2f44c4a-32a0-11e3-9f11-001a4bcf6878.html.

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Editorial Cartoon Grading Rubric:

Assessment

Directions: Read each item carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on the blank before the number. _____ 1. It is the power to evoke laughter to express what is amusing or comical.

a. symbolism b. analogy c. humor d. exaggeration _____ 2. A comparison that suggest that one thing is similar to something else.

a. stereotyping b. technical skills c. symbolism d. analogy _____ 3. What is the message of the picture shown below?

a. Don’t compare yourself to others. Everyone has their own role to play. b. Sometimes you have to take a step back just to save others. c. Some problems you can solve only by working together. d. There is a power in unity. You can’t have by yourself.

Criteria for Evaluation

Poor (2 – 4)

Fair (5 – 6)

Satisfactorily (7 – 8)

Excellent (9 – 10)

Score

Evidence of Understanding

Does not demonstrate

understanding of the TOPIC.

Demonstrates limited

understanding of the TOPIC.

Demonstrates understanding of the TOPIC.

Demonstrates complete

understanding and insight into the

TOPIC.

Address issues Cartoon does not

address the issues.

Cartoon addresses the

issues in a limited way.

Cartoon addresses the

issues.

Cartoon strongly addresses the

issues.

Graphics No graphics are

provided.

Graphics detract rather than

enhance the message.

Graphics are appropriate for the message of

the cartoon.

Graphics and illustrations enhance the

message of the cartoon.

Creativity Cartoon shows no evidence of

creativity.

Limited creativity is evident in the

cartoon.

Cartoon demonstrates

creativity.

Cartoon demonstrates a

high level of creativity and

originality.

Neatness Cartoon is lacking in neatness

Somewhat lacking in neatness.

Cartoon demonstrates moderate level of quality and

neatness.

Cartoon demonstrates a

high level of neatness and

quality.

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_____ 4. Which refers to a formulaic image used to represent particular groups? a. cartoon b. symbolism c. stereotype d. technical skills

_____ 5. Which is NOT a symbol of love? a. b. c. d.

_____ 6. Which is not true about caricatures and lampoon?

a. Caricatures are exaggerated drawings of people while lampoon are humorous drawings.

b. Caricatures are for comic effect while lampoon are for ridiculing people. c. Caricatures focus on animal while lampoon focus on a person’s

characteristics. d. Caricature is presented in distorted manner while lampoon poke fun at.

_____ 7. Which is NOT a stereotypical cartoon of a “mother”? a. messy hair c. wears an apron b. long hair d. a screaming baby in her arms

_____ 8. Which refers to the drawings of public figures which certain physical features are exaggerated? a. humors b. lampoons c. caricatures d. editorial cartoons

_____ 9. What is the message of the picture shown below?

a. No one can destroy a person but his own mindset can. b. If we set our mind to something, we can accomplish anything. c. Not everything you do, needs the attention of other people. d. Every next level of your life will demand a different you.

_____ 10. What do you call an artist who draws editorial cartoons? a. Editorial writer c. Editorial sketcher b. Editorial cartoonist d. editorial painter

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References

Online

Ames, Winslow. “Caricature and Cartoon.” In Encyclopaedia Britannica, September 20, 2017. https://www.britannica.com/art/caricature-and-cartoon.

“Cartoon Analysis Guide – It’s No Laughing Matter: Analyzing Political Cartoons.” Loc.gov,2019.

http://www.loc.gov/teachers/classroommaterials/presentationsandactivities/activities/ political-cartoon/cag.html

“Editorial: Bullying: Students Themselves May Be Key to Solving Problem,” Winston-Salem Journal, October 12,

2013. https://journalnow.com/opinion/editorials/editorial-bullying-students-themselves-may-be-key-to-solving-problem/article_b2f44c4a-32a0-11e3-9f11-001a4bcf6878.html.

“Editorial Cartoons: An Introduction.” Osu.edu, 2020. https://hti.osu.edu/opper/editorial-cartoons-introduction “Editorial Cartoons: An Introduction.” Teaching Tolerance, May 25, 2010. https://www.tolerance.org/classroom-

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Martinez, Zenaida. “Lesson Exemplar for Grade 8 Second Quarter.” Scribd, September 28, 2019.

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creazilla.com. Dora the Explorer clipart

creazilla.com. Sponge Bob Squarepants clipart

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freepik.com. Hear Free Vector

freepik.com. Love Symbol Free Vector

freepik.com. Man jumping over impossible or possible over cliff on sunset background, business concept idea

Free Photo

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pixabay.com. Mario Figure Play

pixabay.com. Minion Funny Toys

pixabay.com. Minion Music Guitar

pixabay.com. Monkey

pixabay.com. Patrick Starfish

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My Final Farewell Farewell, dear Fatherland, clime of the sun caress'd Pearl of the Orient seas, our Eden lost!, Gladly now I go to give thee this faded life's best, And were it brighter, fresher, or more blest Still would I give it thee, nor count the cost.

On the field of battle, 'mid the frenzy of fight, Others have given their lives, without doubt or heed; The place matters not-cypress or laurel or lily white, Scaffold or open plain, combat or martyrdom's plight, T is ever the same, to serve our home and country's need.

I die just when I see the dawn break, Through the gloom of night, to herald the day; And if color is lacking my blood thou shalt take, Pour'd out at need for thy dear sake

To dye with its crimson the waking ray.

My dreams, when life first opened to me, My dreams, when the hopes of youth beat high, Were to see thy lov'd face, O gem of the Orient sea From gloom and grief, from care and sorrow free; No blush on thy brow, no tear in thine eye.

Dream of my life, my living and burning desire, All hail ! cries the soul that is now to take flight; All hail ! And sweet it is for thee to expire ; To die for thy sake, that thou mayst aspire; And sleep in thy bosom eternity's long night.

If over my grave some day thou seest grow, In the grassy sod, a humble flower,

Draw it to thy lips and kiss my soul so,

While I may feel on my brow in the cold tomb below The touch of thy tenderness, thy breath's warm power.

Let the moon beam over me soft and serene, Let the dawn shed over me its radiant flashes, Let the wind with sad lament over me keen ; And if on my cross a bird should be seen, Let it trill there its hymn of peace to my ashes. Let the sun draw the vapors up to the sky,

And heavenward in purity bear my tardy protest Let some kind soul o 'er my untimely fate sigh, And in the still evening a prayer be lifted on high From thee, 0 my country, that in God I may rest. Pray for all those that hapless have died, For all who have suffered the unmeasur'd pain; For our mothers that bitterly their woes have cried, For widows and orphans, for captives by torture tried And then for thyself that redemption thou mayst gain. And when the dark night wraps the graveyard around With only the dead in their vigil to see Break not my repose or the mystery profound And perchance thou mayst hear a sad hymn resound 'T is I, O my country, raising a song unto thee.

And even my grave is remembered no more Unmark'd by never a cross nor a stone Let the plow sweep through it, the spade turn it o'er That my ashes may carpet earthly floor, Before into nothingness at last they are blown.

Then will oblivion bring to me no care As over thy vales and plains I sweep; Throbbing and cleansed in thy space and air With color and light, with song and lament I fare, Ever repeating the faith that I keep.

My Fatherland ador'd, that sadness to my sorrow lends

Beloved Filipinas, hear now my last good-by!

I give thee all: parents and kindred and friends For I go where no slave before the oppressor bends, Where faith can never kill, and God reigns e'er on high!

Farewell to you all, from my soul torn away, Friends of my childhood in the home dispossessed ! Give thanks that I rest from the wearisome day ! Farewell to thee, too, sweet friend that lightened my way; Beloved creatures all, farewell! In death there is rest!

(This is the 1911 translation by Charles Derbyshire of the Spanish original of José Rizal's poem, Mi Ultimo Adiós)

Development Team

Writer: Mishelle H. Ong Olutanga National High School Editors/QA: Jessamae A. Colanggo Marjorie R. Daligdig Garend E. Temporada Reviewer:

Evelyn F. Importante OIC-CID Chief EPS

Illustrator: Layout Artist: Management Team:

Raymond M. Salvador OIC-Assistant SDS

Jerry C. Bokingkito OIC-Assistant SDS

Jeanelyn A. Aleman, CESE OIC-Schools Division Superintendent