FOURTH QUARTER TEST

ENGLISH 8

Directions: Read each item carefully and circle the letter of the correct answer.

1. Walking can make people become more aware of their surroundings, __________, the
cleanliness of the environment, and the friendliness of the neighborhood.
A. consequently
B. despite
C. unfortunately
D. such as

2. A lot of people ignored the reminder of the government to stay at home to avoid exposure to
the disease. __________, the number of cases increased.
A. In fact
B. Such as
C. As a result
D. In addition

3. There are many things one can do at home to be productive. __________, one can listen to
music while doing household chores, do gardening, read books, watch TV shows, and the like.
A. Because
B. In fact
C. In addition
D. For example

0. Grocery stores and wet markets require a quarantine pass to control the number of
shoppers. __________, wearing of a face mask is enforced.
A. Because
B. In fact
C. In addition
D. For example

5. The Department of Education came up with a plan on how to continue the education of the
learners __________ from the different modalities proposed for this school year.
A. at this point
B. in this regard
C. as can be seen
D. with this in mind
6. Residents complain bitterly about the trash thrown anywhere, __________ these same
people are the ones doing it.
A. although
B. and
C. moreover
D. yet

7. The plan of a city-wide lockdown gained many reactions from the people; __________,
positive and negative opinions were expressed.
A. despite
B. however
C. that is
D. in addition

8. Which of the following is NOT a grammatical signal on emphasis?

A. Certainly
B. Indeed
C. So that
D. In fact

9. Why do we use transition signals or expressions?

A. To improve the flow of information
B. To confuse the learners in reading
C. To limit connections between texts
D. To present data or information

10. What is the importance of grammatical signals on cause-effect?

A. It is used when the idea of the sentence or the paragraph signifies argument.
B. It is used to describe how an action or event is caused by another event or action.
C. It is used to present and explain a problem.
D. It is used to show that something is important and therefore, should be noted.

11. Which word/s in the sentence below is/are an example of grammatical signal?

Because of the rain I stayed at home.

1 2 3 4
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

12. Which of the following uses transition signal on cause and effect correctly?
A. Better varieties of rice and corn are produced. As a result, many scientific studies and
experiments are being carried out.

B. Farmers are producing more food with modern equipment, meanwhile scientists have also
exploited new sources of food production.

C. Techniques and skills need to be supported by market demand to take root, otherwise the
concern is that they may fall by the wayside.

D. Next, she had the students and other teachers collect banana leaves and stalks on their way
to classes.

13. The underlined word is a grammatical signal on __________.

“You can come with us if you are ready; otherwise you will have to ride the bus.”

A. Cause-effect
B. Claim-counterclaim
C. Problem-solution
D. Emphasis

14. Why do we use grammatical signals on problem-solution?

A. We use these words when the idea of the sentence or the paragraph signifies argument.
B. We use these words to describe how an action or event is caused by another event or action.
C. We use these words to present and explain a problem.
D. We use these words to show that something is important and therefore, should be noted.

15. Archie is doing a synthesis on the “Preferred Study Habit of HS Students.” Which of
the following will most likely be his consideration?
A. Taking new beliefs and evaluating them for reason.
B. Taking pieces of information and creating something new out of them.
C. Taking what you have learned and completing a test on it.
D. Taking various sources that must have contrasting points of view.

16. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. You can interpret the text during summary.
B. You can synthesize sources without a summary.
C. You build your own idea after synthesis.
D. You note details from one source only.

17. How should writing a synthesis start?

A. Cite sources whenever it is needed.
B. Read and understand the text.
C. Gather several information from various sources.
D. Transfer all the information on to one piece of paper.

18. Why is there a need to cite sources?

A. Citing sources properly helps you avoid plagiarism.
B. Citing sources adds to the fluency of your paper.
C. Citing sources gives credits to your work.
D. Citing sources helps us to locate the owner of the site.
19. Which one is an example of writing synthesis?
A. Getting information from different sources in order to review for exams.
B. Asking your neighbor to answer your survey questionnaire.
C. Noting important details from a live news report.
Gathering data to be discussed on a plenary.

20. Your teacher instructed you to note the important details of the announcement made
by the principal. Which of the following details should include your answer?
A. The time the announcement was made.
B. The mood of the principal during announcement.
C. The reason why the announcement was made.
D. The contents of the announcement of the principal.

21. Why is there a need to note important details as you read the text?
A. To have a good summary after gathering information.
B. To gather more information from multiple sources.
C. To help you avoid unwanted ideas.
D. To remember the details you are looking for.

22. How can we achieve coherence in writing a paragraph?

A. It is achieved when sentences are written in a logical manner.
B. It is achieved when there is oneness of idea.
C. It is achieved when ideas are from general to specific.
D. It is achieved when ideas are arranged in a certain order.

23. Which of the basic features of a paragraph develops the main idea?
A. Coherence
B. Emphasis
C. Unity
D. Completeness

24. Which of the following statements BEST defines emphasis/order?

A. It attracts reader’s attention.
B. It provides examples that are related to the topic and controlling idea.
C. It discusses more than one idea.
D. It is achieved when sentence reveals an order from general to specific.
25. Which is NOT a basic feature of a paragraph?
A. Completeness C. Unity
B. Conclusion D. Coherence

26. Why is it important to observe unity in a paragraph?

A. It develops single idea thoroughly and links it to the rest of the sentence.
B. It creates bridges and makes your writing understandable.
C. It presents ideas that support the topic.
D. It ties up all ideas presented.

Use the text below to answer item # 27.

“Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.”

27. Which detail BEST supports the topic sentence?

A. She has a cute monkey named Boots.
B. Dora’s purple backpack holds all of her tools.
C. Dora helps teach kids Spanish words.
D. She usually stops swiper from swiping.

Use the text below to answer item # 28.

“I hate doing laundry. It takes a long time to do. I do not like folding the clothes. I never
get the wrinkles out.”

28. Which is the topic sentence of the paragrah?

A. I hate doing laundry.
B. I do not like folding the clothes.
C. It takes a long time to do.
D. I never get the wrinkles out.

29. If you are planning to write a narrative text, which of the following should you consider?
A. The scientific facts. C. The person who will publish your work.
B. The time sequence. D. The length of the composition.
30. Which is TRUE about an expository text?
A. It presents facts and information on specific topic.
B. It gives the writer the opportunity to use his/her imagination.
C. It attempts to persuade the readers.
D. It offers the readers an alternative solution to existing problems.
31. What should one know when writing an explanatory text?
A. An explanatory text retells the previous events.
B. An explanatory text is the same as a narrative text.
C. An explanatory text provides in-depth details about something.
D. An explanatory text is the same as a persuasive text.

32. The following are examples of a narrative text EXCEPT:

A. Fables C. Myths
B. Textbooks D. Legends

33. If you intend to provide a description of how teenagers nowadays behave, you must write
a/an __________.
A. detailed paragraph C. fairy tale
B. expository text D. explanatory text
34. Which of the following examples should you consider when you are planning to write an
expository text?
A. Legends C. Fairy tales
B. News articles D. Novels

35. Your teacher asked you to write a narrative text. Which of the following could be a good
topic?
A. “My Favorite Color”
B. “How My Barangay Got Its Name”
C. “Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning”
D. “Internet In Our Daily Lives”

36. Which part of the speech provides the summary and review of the main points?
A. Main Idea
B. Introduction
C. Conclusion
D. Body
37. During the speech delivery, which of the following steps is NOT acceptable?
A. Having good posture
B. Using slang words
C. Maintaining eye contact
D. Having a well-modulated voice
38. Which part of the speech provides the main points which are supported by using facts,
examples, and statistics?
A. Main Idea
B. Introduction
C. Conclusion
D. Body
39. Where can you find the part of the speech that provides you a clear, specific purpose of the
speech?
A. Main Idea
B. Introduction
C. Conclusion
D. Body
40. In speech delivery, which of the following is considered acceptable?
A. Using vocal fillers
B. Poor posture
C. Chewing a gum
D. Using of gestures

41. If you were the speaker and you missed the first part of your speech, what did you lack?
A. Main Idea
B. Introduction
C. Conclusion
D. Body
42. You noticed the speaker chewing a gum while delivering his speech. What convention did
he violate?
A. Delivery
B. Introduction
C. Conclusion
D. Body
43. If the writer provides facts about a topic and believes that it is important for the reader to
understand it, what type of text is it?
A. Factual
B. Expository
C. Personal recount
D. Persuasive

44. You are reading a text that is attempting to convince you that playing basketball is the best
way to a healthy lifestyle. What type of text are you reading?
A. Factual
B. Expository
C. Personal recount
D. Persuasive
45. Why is personal narrative writing different from other writings?
A. Students can write from their own perspective.
B. Students can write whatever they want without penalty.
C. Students can have more spelling and grammar errors.
D. Students can use different styles of writing.

46. What should we include in writing narrative text?

A. Main idea, theme, conclusion
B. Topic sentence, body, conclusion
C. Problem, story, resolution
D. Beginning, topic sentence, resolution

47. When writing a persuasive text, your main purpose is to __________.

A. encourage the reader to do something
B. give instruction
C. describe something
D. narrate something

48. The passage below is an example of what type of text?

In any marriage, even the best marriage, there will come a day when you wonder why
you married this person. This handsome tuxedoed man is publicly binding his life to yours, and
you think, ‘it would have to snow inside my house before I would ever feel anything but love for
this man.’

A. Factual
B. Persuasive
C. Personal recount
D. Explanatory

49. Which type of text is the paragraph below?

The cow is a domestic animal with four legs, two horns and a tail. It eats grass, hay and
other vegetarian food items. Dairy products like cheese, butter and yogurt are used extensively
all over the world. Cow’s solid waste is used as manure in rural areas. Gobar gas from cow’s
solid waste is a replacement to LPG. It is worshipped as a sacred animal by Hindus in India. Its
skin is used to make fancy products.

A. Factual
B. Persuasive
C. Personal recount
D. Explanatory

Read the text below to answer the next item.

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right! 2 days! So why waste time? So if you want to clear your debts, make home improvements,
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50. What is the text trying to persuade you to do?

A. To go on a holiday
B. To make some home improvements
C. To take out a loan with the advertising loan company
D. To buy something you’ve always wanted

ANSWER KEY

1.D

2.C

3.D

4.C

5.C

6. D

7. C

8. C

9. A

10. B

11. A

12. A
13. B

14. C

15. B

16. C

17. C

18. A

19. A

20. D

21. D

22. A

23. C

24. D

25. B

26. A

27. C

28. A

29. B

30. A

31. C

32. B

33. D

34. B

35. B

36. C

37. B
38. D

39. B

40. D

41. B

42. A

43. A

44. D

45. A

46. B

47. A

48. C

49. A

50. C