Poem: "A Tribute to the Filipino people" by Elizabeth Padillo Olessen

Introduction

As part of the celebration of EDSA Revolution this poem talks about how the people of that time showed their patriotism,unity and searched for freedom.This poem does show gratitude to the people who really fought for our freedom.

Let's read and find out what does the poem wants to tell!!

Task

Objective:

  • Read the poem with proper emotion and diction.
  • Analyze the poem by identifying the elements of poetry.
  • Value and appreciate the lesson embed in the poem.
Process

Read the poem with emotion:

A Tribute to the Filipino People, EDSA Revolution!

                                                                           I                                                                            

Such a courage  
you have displayed 
in confronting forces of tyranny 
You say no to corruption, 
dishonesty and degradation 
that have long plagued our nation. 

II
You say no to arms, 
no to the mighty weapons 
of the dictator 
and by human barricades 
of your million-presence 
you give to our land 
your bodies as the best sacrifice 
that should die if needed 
if only to restore 
our freedom and dignity as a people

III

With your simple spirit 
of faith and prayer, 
you have told the world 
that not a revolution should 
ever be successful 
without God who is sought 
      for peace and direction. 

How can I tell you        
     that I am so proud of you!

Evaluation

Answer these questions:

A.

Identify the elements of the poem:

  • Rhythm
  • meter
  • theme
  • mode ro tone
  • figure of speech

B.

  1. What do you think is the importance of identifying the elements of the poem?
  2. Why unity and patriotism is important among people?
  3. If you we’re to make a poem, are you going to take into consideration applying the elements of poetry? Why? 
  4. Make your own poem that shows the theme of unity or patriotism.
Conclusion

     A poem is a good venture of showing an emotion.It can be a feeling of happiness,sadness or even showing gratitude to someone.Poem sometimes very difficult to understand because sometimes its meaning is implicit or implied.Poem has many elements that helps to understand a poem better

AWESOME!!! Next time again.

Credits

Pamela B. Acero

BSED 3B

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 A TRIBUTE TO FILIPINO PEOPLE

BY: ELIZABETH PADILLO OLESSEN

WEBQUEST BY: PAMELA B. ACERO BSED 3B