AFFIXES: Forming Words Using Prefix and Suffix

  AFFIXES

These are words added before or after the root word. A PREFIX is added before the word while a SUFFIX is added after the word.

The table below shows the specific parts of speech formed once you have added a suffix and/or prefix in forming new words.

Here are the suffixes added to words to form words of the designated part of speech.

NOUN : -ness, -ment, -s, -es, -ing, -er, -or, -ry, -ion, -age, -ant, -ee, -ence, -ance

VERB : -ate, -ize, -s, -es, -d, -ed, -ing

ADJECTIVE: -ing, -d, -ed, -en, -ful, -ble, -ly, -ish 

ADVERB: -ly

Here are the most common prefixes.

Watch the video to learn more.

VERBALS

 Verbals 

look like verbs

but they function as 

nouns, adjectives or adverbs.

Let's break the matrix into parts for further discussion.

Since Gerund functions as a noun, it also takes up a nouns roles: subject, direct object, subject complement and object of the preposition.

• Crying will not solve anything.

Crying is the subject of the sentence. It is what's being talked about.

• They admire my singing the most.

Singing is the receiver of the action "admire" thus it is an object of the verb. It is direct object since "singing" answers the question "what" (What do they admire the most?).

• My favorite activity is traveling.

Traveling is a linking-verb complement which means a noun found after a linking verb (be verbs). It is also known as a subject complement because it gives additional information about the subject.

• I got paid for singing.

Singing is object of the preposition for. This means that the word is found after a preposition thus making its object.

• The crying baby had a wet diaper.

Crying is a verbal in the present participle form. In this sentence, crying modifies the word "baby" which is a noun thus, making it an adjective.

• He walked away from the wrecked car.

Wrecked is a verbal in the past participle form. In this sentence, wrecked modifies the word "car", which is a noun, thus the word "wrecked" is an adjective.

• He lacked the strength to resist.

To resist is an adjective which modifies the word strength. Ask the question: What strength? ......answer:  to resist.

• We must study to learn.

To learn is an adverb which modifies the verb study. It answers the question why. (Why do we study?Answer: to learn).

This is the handout I give my students:

Reference:

Verbals. Nova Southeaster University:Tutoring and Testing Center.

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PROM AWARDS | GAME OF THRONES

 One of the most awaited moments in an Asianista Socials is the AWARDING. The awards vary depending on the theme. However, since the Asianista Socials is an event to display discipline and self-reliance, no Asianista shall receive any award if he or she incurred and absence during rehearsals. Therefore, if you were absent during practices, you are disqualified to receive any award. It must also be very well remembered that you only qualify for the awards if you followed the theme DRESS CODE.

For our GAME-OF-THRONES theme the titles received shall be lords and ladies of the kingdom that follow:

LORD OF KING'S LANDING 

Must be a gentleman who looks after the well-being of his partner. Looks very charming, respectable and carries himself with utmost elegance. Looks dashing and authoritative as a king should be. (PROM KING)

LADY OF KING'S LANDING 

Looks very charming, respectable and carries herself with utmost elegance. Looks dashing and Must look and carry herself with finesse like that of a queen in the likes of Khaleesi and Cersei. Looks very pleasing, charming and carries herself with utmost elegance. She is most regal and virtuous. (PROM QUEEN)

LORD OF DRAGONSTONE 

Resembles the qualities of a prom king as he is the runner-up; and thus he shall be considered next in line as a prince.

LADY OF DRAGONSTONE 

Resembles the qualities of a prom queen as she is the runner-up; and thus she shall be considered next in line as a princess.

THE LORD & LADY OF RAVENTREE

The pair is sincerely inseparable and very much respectable. They are the "Couple of the Night".

LORD & LADY OF BEAR ISLAND

Looks cheerful, approachable and moves around in a courtly manner. Thus they shall be proclaimed "Icons of Personality". 

LORD OF EYRIE

Looks dashing in his outfit and has presented himself with complete transformation from his perceived persona. He is indeed the "Best Transformed".

LADY OF EYRIE

Looks gorgeous in her outfit and has presented herself with complete transformation from her perceived persona. She is indeed the "Best Transformed".

LORD OF HIGH GARDEN

Looks dashing in his outfit. Carries himself with a compelling charm. He is undeniably a "Head Turner".

LADY OF HIGH GARDEN

Looks gorgeous in her outfit. Carries herself with a compelling beauty as such of a deity. She is undeniably a "Head Turner".

LORD & LADY OF WINTERFELL

They speak most eloquently and confidently in front of the crowd. They are the "Best Speakers" of the Asianista Socials.

LADY OF SUNSPEAR

She is most polite and respectful toward others. She has finesse and is the most courtly among the ladies. She is the the "Lady of the Socials".

LORD OF SUNSPEAR

He is most polite and respectful toward others. He is the gentleman who overflows with chivalry; "Gentleman of the Socials" he is.

LORD & LADY OF IRON ISLAND

They are the lord and lady who carries themselves most courtly. They strut around with oozing confidence. They wear their most comfortably and regally like no other. Thus, they are the "Best Dressed".

LORD & LADY OF RIVERRUN

They are the masters of the dance floor. They execute their routines exceptionally well. Most importantly, they never missed a dance rehearsal.

HOW TO WRITE PROM SPEECHES | GAME OF THRONES THEME

Speeches are essential in Asianista Socials (prom for students of Asian College of Technology) as the goal of the event is to expose students to formal gatherings and thus hone their communication skills and socialization.

Here are the speeches that Asianistas usually deliver during their socials.

Asianista Socials 2023: Game of Thrones

APERTURE DECLARATION

(WORDS OF WELCOME)

Introduction

• You can start with any of the following: quote, anecdote, testimony, and the like

• Make sure you are able to make the connection to the theme and the event itself.

Body

• Discuss the relevance of your introduction further.
• Talk about the importance of the event to you and everyone around.

Conclusion

• Write a closing line.

THE ASPIRATIONS

These are simple inspirational speeches that runs for utmost one minute. In a traditional Junior-Senior prom these speeches are delivered during the bequeathal ceremony.

Responsibility Key of Winterfell (KEY OF RESPONSIBILITY)

You may talk about either of the following:

• Discuss the importance of responsibility.
• How to be a responsible individual?
• Why is it important to be responsible over the things entrusted.
• How can the youth of today be a value to the community if they grow up to be responsible adults.

Hope Anchor of Riverrun (ANCHOR OF HOPE)

You may talk about either of the following:

• When do people need hope the most?
• What promise of hope can the youth offer?
• How can hope be anchored in the hearts of mankind?
• Why is it essential to keep hope in our hears?

Forbearance Seed of High Garden (SEED OF PATIENCE)

You may talk about either of the following:

• How important is it for the youth of today learn patience?
• What happens to a man without patience?
• How has patience shaped great men and women of the past?

Knowledge Vade Mecum of Oldtown (BOOK OF KNOWLEDGE)

You may talk about either of the following:

• Why do we need to attain certain knowledge?
• How important is knowledge to the things you do?
• How should knowledge be used?
• How can knowledge shape up the future?

Success Laurel of King's Landing (LAUREL OF SUCCESS)

You may talk about either of the following:

• Why do people seek success?
• How do we attain success?
• Why does success require courage and fortitude?
• Relate a success story worth emulating.

Diligence Wheel of Sunspear (WHEEL OF INDUSTRY)

You may talk about either of the following:

• Why must our goals be coupled with hard work?
• What happens when we quit?
• What are the sweet fruits of industry?

Wisdom Torch of Dragonstone (TORCH OF WISDOM)

You may talk about either of the following:

• How important is it for men and women to attain wisdom?
• Why must we desire wisdom?
• When and how do we become wise?

THE PROPHECY OF R'LLOR

(THE PROPHECY)

This is usually one of the most awaited talks during the Asianista socials where a pair wittily prophesy the jobs of their seniors in the coming years; particularly of their adult life. The ninth graders are assigned to do this and that's actually the fun part - they make predictions for people they might not actually know.

1. How do you see the tenth graders 15 years from now?
2. Make a list showing student names and the possible jobs. (Note: Think of jobs that are ego-boosting and not demeaning.)
3. Draft a storyline putting all these people with their designated jobs in one premonition where you (the speaker) are but an observer.
4. Write the narrative using EMOTIVE LANGUAGE. 

WARGING OF THE THREE-EYED RAVEN

(RETROSPECTION)

This is the part where speakers reminisce the bond and unforgettable moments shared by the Tenth graders since they were Seventh graders.

• List down the highlights of your Junior High school moments. (Note: Do not include experiences that might be offensive. Positive vibes only; hilarious, yes but be responsible.)
• Narrate the events clearly and wittily using EMOTIVE LANGUAGE.

REMERCY ARTICULATION

(WORDS OF GRATITUDE)

This is the last speech that shall be rendered during the night. It is safe to say, this is the closing remarks.

• Express how thankful you are and everyone else for the experience.
• Talk about how this experience could be essential to your future endeavors.

PROM COTILLION and Group Singing | Game-of-Thrones Theme

 Asianista Socials customarily does its COTILLION like no other (- Thanks to the brilliant mind of Sir Rommel Alvarez who started this.) The dancing goes on with a storyline that transitions from the first group of dancers to the last. We usually have four groups.

Disclaimer: 

Our theme is Game of Thrones but the music we use for the dancing and singing do not necessarily come from the series. However, they are sound tracks used from other TV series that are valuable in attaining the storyline.

So here goes our storyline for the Game-of-Thrones themed socials.

Westeros

PROLOGUE

Song: Game of Thrones Theme - Karliene Version (Cover by OhLaLau, Tiago Convers & Fabian Chavez)

1. Singing maiden performs the Game of Thrones theme song.  
2. Everyone stands and perform a few dancing steps while in place.
3. Looks toward the aisle.
4. Rulers from the four continents strut the aisle bearing their banners to the center stage.
5. Everyone sits down as the rulers reach center stage except for the first group of dancers (Group A: Westeros).
6. Westeros performs their dance routine.
7. At the last part of the dance, a second singing maiden appears at the back of the dancing group.

Essos

FUTURE QUEEN

Song: Until We Go Down (by Ruelle | THE SHANNARA CHRONICLES theme song)

1. Second singing maiden sings the first few parts of the song.
2. Westeros (Group A) takes exit gracefully and proceeds to their place in a courtly manner.
3. Everyone, from their seats, does a few dancing steps while in place.
4. Rulers of the seven kingdoms surround the singing maiden until she is concealed from the audience.
5. When the rulers crouch forward (or any routine similar to such) thus showing the singing maiden once more, GROUP B (Essos) enters center stage for their dance routine.
6. Villainous characters enter at the ending part of the dance.
7. Dancers make a formation seemingly to protect the singing maiden as they go toward exit.

Sothoryos

DARK TIMES

Song: Radioactive (performed by Koda | The 100 series: Season 3, episode 13)

1. Villainous characters make dance routines to imply domination.
2. Essos (Group B) takes exit gracefully and proceeds to their place in a courtly manner.
3. Everyone does a mob hand clapping whilst in their seats.
4. Sothoryos (Group C) enters with slow pace dance routines from the aisle to the center stage while villainous characters continue performing their dominating dance routines. (This part shows fear and submission.
5. Sothoryos dances with poker faces but should perform gracefully to show the hardships of the times making humanity lose their will to fight and even dream.
6. Second singing maiden sits on the iron throne at the last part of the dance.
7. Sothoryos stars smiling and full of glee.

Ulthos

REBIRTH

Song: Rewrite the Stars (performed by Sam Tsui & Daiyan Trisha | Movie: The Greatest Showman)

1. As the music changes, the villainous characters bow to the maiden sitting on the iron throne.
2. A loud clapping is heard from those on their seats.
3. Sothoryos (Group C) exits in a courtly manner.
4. Ulthos (Group D) enters from the aisle dancing gleefully and gracefully then head toward center stage and bow to the second singing maiden.
5. Maiden stands to initiate the dancing.
6. Everyone is happy.
7. Fin!

GROUP SINGING

Grade 10

Song: Long live (by Taylor Swift)

Grade 9

Song: Original (by Sia)

The Processional

Here's a playlist to use for the entrance parade of the Lords and Ladies CLICK HERE

Dinner Music

CLICK HERE

Chamber Theatre Rubric

 Here's the rubric I used for chamber theatre.

GAME OF THRONES: Asianista Socials Theme

 GAMEoFTHRONES

This year's promenade features the regal and deep ambience with pseudo Medieval feels of the HBO Series Game of Thrones. You can get inspiration from these designs or make up your own GoT ensemble.

Visit my Pinterest page for more designs and fuller photos. Click the link below:

 https://www.pinterest.ph/jeanillecogtas/got/

Armoured Corset Dress

Extravagant Overskirt

Elaborate Sleeve Train

Long gown with Cape Sleeves 

Long gown with Cape-like Fringes

Suit Dress with Veil or Cape

Slit dress with assymetrical sleeves

Long dress with Cape

Jumpsuit with long Cape

High and low dress with Off-shoulder Long Sleeves

Suit dress with Long Cloak

Modest dress with long Puffed Sleeves

Royal Gown

Sexy slit dress with long sleeves

Winter or Fall Formal Outfits

Mandarin Collar with Chain Brooch

Lapel Brooches

Elaborate Coat 

Vintage Frock

Long Tux

Elaborate Coats

Visit my Pinterest page for more designs and fuller photos. Click the link below: https://www.pinterest.ph/jeanillecogtas/got/