Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION VII – CENTRAL VISAYAS
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF CEBU CITY
CEBU CITY DON CARLOS A. GOTHONG MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
C. PADILLA ST., CEBU CITY

DIAGNOSTIC TEST IN ENGLISH 7

Name: _______________________________________ Gr. & Sec: _________________ Date: ________________
DIRECTION: Read each item carefully and write the letter of your choice on a separate sheet of paper.
For items 1-3, Complete the sentences. Use a verb from the box.

clean die enjoy finish happen open rain start stay want

1. I _______ my teeth three times yesterday.

2. It was hot in the room, so I ________ the window.
3. The film was very long. It ______ at 7:15 and ______at 10 o’clock.
For items 4-6, Identify the term described.
4. This analogy contains one word that is the source of some action or condition, and another word that is the
result or consequence.
A. Antonym C. part to whole
B. Cause and effect D. synonym
5. This type of analogy involves a set of words in which a part of something is compared to the whole in a way like
another part of something is compared to the whole.
A. Antonym C. part to whole
B. Cause and effect D. synonym
6. This analogy involves sets of words that mean the same thing.
A. Antonym C. part to whole
B. Cause and effect D. synonym
For items 7-9, identify the sentence with passive voice of the verb.
7. A. The windows have been cleaned. C. They called off the meeting.
B. The hunter killed the lion. D. His grandmother looked after him.
8. A. I gave him a book for his birthday. C. He will be sent away to school.
B. They will send him away to school. D. A thief stole my money.
9. A. The company built the building. C. He loves me.
B. The children were taken to the circus. D. All humans are equal.
For items number 10-12, choose the correct reported speech.
10. Jane said, “It is my car.”
A. Jane said that it is my car. C. Jane said that it was my car.
B. Jane said that it is her car. D. Jane said that it was her car.
11. Jim said, “I work hard to live.”
A. Jim said he work hard to live. C. Jim said he works hard to live.
B. Jim said he worked hard to live. D. Jim said he has worked hard to live.
12. Norma said, “I have finished my homework.”
A. Norma said that she had finished her homework.
B. Norma said that she had finished my homework.
C. Norma said that she has finished her homework.
D. Norma said that she has finished my homework.
13. Which of these tasks takes place before a listening activity?
A. Taking down notes C. Predicting the outcome of a story
B. Answering process questions D. Writing a reaction of the listening text
14. Which of the following is a task during a listening activity?
A. Taking down notes C. Making a generalization on the listening text
B. Activating prior knowledge of the learners D. Writing a reaction on the message of the text
15. Which of the following tasks happens after a listening activity?
A. Studying the title of the selection
B. Forming questions about the content of the text
C. Making a conclusion on the ideas presented in the text
D. Paying attention to important details like names, places and events
16. Which of the following is a search engine?
A. Google Chrome B. Internet Explorer C. Mozilla Firefox D. Yahoo
17. Which refers to a software that is used to carry out searches on the internet?
A. search engine B. web browser C. windows D. website
18. Which refers to a collection of related materials that contains text, images, and may also include video, audio or
other media?
A. locator B. menu bar C. URL D. website

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Department of Education
REGION VII – CENTRAL VISAYAS
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF CEBU CITY
CEBU CITY DON CARLOS A. GOTHONG MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
C. PADILLA ST., CEBU CITY

19. Which refers to the part of a website that is located at the bottom of the page and usually contains information
about addresses, phone numbers and other related information?
A. banner/header B. footer C. navigation bar D. side bar
20. The following are definitions of media EXCEPT:
A. The printed materials used for information.
B. The people involved in the broadcasting world.
C. The types of electronic devices used for communication.
D. The means of communication method used to disseminate information.
21. What publication deals with varied topics and illustrations?
A. magazines B. dictionary C. newspapers D. emails
22. It is a shortened version of a given text focusing only on the main idea and necessary information.
A. outline B. paraphrase C. precis D. summary
23. Which of the sentences best explains the given line? The plants in the yard are silently begging to be watered.
A. The plants need water. C. The plants are wilting.
B. The soil in the yard is dry. D. The plants are speechless.
24. It is a text form that comes in sentences requiring the reader to read the text, from beginning to the end.
A. descriptive text B. linear text C. non-linear text D. persuasive text
25. They usually retell an event that the author is recounting an experience that they were involved in directly.
A. Factual recount B. Imaginative recount C. Personal recount D. Narrative
26. A multi-media that is a representation of information in a graphic format designed to make the data easily
understandable at a glance.
A. audio B. blog C. infographics D. movies
27. The moment the words were out of my mouth, I wished I could take them back. I didn’t mean to hurt Mika’s
feelings. She is such a nice person, and she certainly doesn’t deserve to be treated so poorly. I guess the stress
from my school tasks has been more I can handle. Instead of taking my problems out on her, I need to deal
directly with the things that bothers me s much. If only I didn’t care so much what these things have done to
me, then this would not happened. The tone of the passage can be described as
A. admiring B. funny C. insulting D. regretful
28. “Father’s farm had been destroyed in 1918 by one of our sudden Philippine floods, so for several years afterward
we all lived in the town, though he preferred living in the country.” This line is from the story, “Father Goes to
Court”. What influence does it show that the narrative has?
A. cultural influence C. historical influence
B. economic influence D. environmental influence
29. Lisa’s family loves to join get-togethers with their relatives at all times. What Filipino trait is shown?
A. Bayanihan B. Optimism C. Close Family Ties D. Respect for Elders
30. It is a view or judgement formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
A. belief B. conviction C. decision D. opinion
31. The following statements express conviction EXCEPT:
A. I’m absolutely convinced that there are elementals living in this world with humans.
B. I have no doubt that serving pancit at celebrations, especially birthdays will give us long life.
C. I think we should always say, “tabi tabi po” when passing a place where elementals are likely to dwell.
D. I strongly believe in “sukob”-a superstition that warns siblings not to marry within the same year as one will
face bad luck.
32. The following are ways on how to look for textual evidence in a reading material EXCEPT:
A. Scan for important details.
B. Read the material thoroughly.
C. Make sure to use the quoted words if a quotation is needed.
D. There is a need to go back to the material when answering questions to find such evidences.
33. The following are tips in reacting to assertions EXCEPT:
A. Read and understand the texts.
B. Analyze the assertion made by the author.
C. Exaggerate your reaction so you will be noticed.
D. Support your ideas and opinions by explaining your stand.
34. The type of text is used to influence the readers to accept or agree to the opinion or assertion of the writer.
A. expository B. descriptive C. narrative D. persuasive
35. Which of the following question can be thought-provoking?
A. Who are tasked to man the Triage?
B. Is hand sanitizer effective against COVID-19?
C. What treatment are available to treat COVID-19?

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Department of Education
REGION VII – CENTRAL VISAYAS
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF CEBU CITY
CEBU CITY DON CARLOS A. GOTHONG MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
C. PADILLA ST., CEBU CITY

D. How is the government responding to this world health crisis?

36. Which sequence is correct in conducting a formal interview?
1. Prepare an interview guide or list of questions.
2. Listen attentively to ask intelligent follow up questions.
3. Plan well and know the background of the interviewee.
4. Be polite and thank the person interviewed.
5. Take down notes or record the interview episode.
A. 5-3-4-2-1 B. 3-1-2- 5-4 C. 2-4-5-3-1 D. 4-5-3-1-2
37. Which of the following is TRUE?
A. Facts rely on data. C. Facts are subjective.
B. B. Facts are based on one's judgment D. Facts are based on personal experiences.
38. The following are not characteristics of fake news, EXCEPT:
A. It has reliable sources. C. It uses statistics in its claim.
B. It is aligned to what is real. D. It presents ideas that contain double meaning
39. The person to whom the message is sent is called ___________.
A. bearer B. host C. receiver D. sender
40. A dialog, a text message or a news report is examples of which of the following?
A. channels of speech C. speech devices
B. non-verbal communication D. verbal communication
41. While a discussion is going on, a student keeps looking at his watch. The gesture of the student is an example of
a/an:
A. channel C. symbol
B. non-verbal communication D. verbal communication
42. Which of the following is an example of academic writing?
A. short story B. book review C. novel D. fable
43. Colloquial words refer to terms or expressions used in ___________.
A. daily conversation B. medical journal C. political discussion D. business reports
43. Why is there a need to observe formality in academic writing?
A. To make the readers happy
B. To attract more readers and patrons
C. To make the writing popular and gain sentiments from the readers
D. The audience may be well-versed about the topic or of a higher authority.
44. The following characterizes an essay, EXCEPT:
A. It has a purpose. C. It uses figurative language.
B. It has three main parts. D. It is made up of paragraphs.
46. Ms. Cruz, a teacher, groups her students to work cooperatively on a task. She distributes each student to a
group making sure everyone would be able to contribute to the group they are in.She sets guidelines and reminders
when the task should be done and finished. . Why do you think Ms. Ramos groups her students?
A. Her students will have assistance by their classmates.
B. Her students would be able to represent a group.
C. Her students will be able to develop social.
D. Her students will finish the task quickly.
47. Which of the following descriptions is a proven unique Filipino characteristic in this time pandemic?
A. adventurous B. care-free C. independent D. resilient
48. Which of the following refers to a non-fiction genre that is written in prose?
A. fairy tale B. essay C. legend D. song
49. What kind of text is “A Heritage of Smallness”?
A. essay B. novel C. poem D. short story
50. Our heritage has a vital role in the socio-economic development of the nation.
A. dull B. essential C. inactive D. little

"You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great."
~ Zig Ziglar

Prepared by:
Mitchelle Joy B. Zuasula
Joe Marie J. Caballes

Cebu City Don Carlos A. Gothong Memorial National High School

C. Padilla St., Cebu City, Philippines
(032)328 - 8198 │ gothongmnhs.cebucity@deped.gov.ph
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION VII – CENTRAL VISAYAS
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF CEBU CITY
CEBU CITY DON CARLOS A. GOTHONG MEMORIAL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
C. PADILLA ST., CEBU CITY

Loresa Torres
Glorivy S. Perigo

ANSWER KEY

1. Cleaned
2. Opened
3. Started…finished
4. B
5. C
6. D
7. A
8. C
9. B
10. D
11. B
12. A
13. C
14. A
15. C
16. D
17. A
18. D
19. B
20. C
21. A
22. D
23. C
24. B
25. C
26. C
27. D
28. C
29. C
30. B
31. C
32. A
33. C
34. A
35. D
36. B
37.

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