Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
CARAGA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SURIGAO DEL SUR
CORTES DISTRICT
TAG-ANUNGAN INTEGRATED SCHOOL
TAG-ANUNGAN, CORTES, SURIGAO DEL SUR

ENGLISH-8
1st QUARTER EXAMINATION

Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.

Determine the meaning of the underlined words and expressions by noting context clues.

1.   Despite the complex security systems in modern vehicles cunning thieves still manage to 
get away with thousands of cars and trucks every year. The word cunning means __________.
A.   foolish B.   Ignorant
C.   kind D.   skillful
2   The poor farmer loved his mother with tender reverence. The underlined word means
A.   acceptance B.   consideration
C.   respect D.   sympathy
3.  No one ever thought about disobeying the mandate of the cruel officer. Mandate means 
       __________.
A.   inquiry B.   order
C.   request D.   suggestion
4. One’s self can be his own foe, the greatest adversary he has to face.
A. attacker B. bandit
C. contestant D. enemy
5. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion.
A. circumstance B. condition
C. isolation D. situation
6. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers and sisters in the family because it will create unhealthy
relationship among them.
A. competition B. match
C. race D. tournament
7. Every individual is unique. Each one has his/her own ability, talent, skill, strength and weakness.
A. common B. creative
C. distinct D. single

Use conventions in citing source.

8. What writing skill condenses information and includes detail, while not being concerned about length?
A. Paraphrasing B. Patch-writing
C. Summarizing D. Quotation
9. What is it called when written information is transferred from the writer's words into a very short summary?
A. Paraphrasing B. Patch-writing
C. Summarizing D. Quotation
10. When should you use in text citations within your paper?
A. At the end of each page
B. At the end of every paragraph
C. Whenever information has come from another source.
D. Whenever information used is true and valid.
11. For all paraphrased or summarized content, the in-text citation must include?
A. The author’s last name and the date of publication.
B. The title of the document and the author’s last name.
C. The author’s last name and the page or paragraph number.
D. Author’s name, the title of the document and the author’s last name.
 12. For all quoted material, the in-text-citation must include:
A. The author’s last name year and the title of the source.
B. The author’s last name, year and page or paragraph number.
C. The author’s last name, page number, year and publisher’s name.
D. The author’s last name, title of source and the page/paragraph number.
13. Why is it important to cite the sources of information that you used in your research? It is important because it
___________.
A. gives credit to the author
B. is required by the teacher
C. is generally a part of an essay
D. shows you made an effort in doing your assignment
14. One of the reasons why a learner needs to cite sources of information used in his/her research is to show his/her
credibility as a writer. This means that the learner_______.
A. made his/her own research
B. used reliable information in his/her research
C. copied his/her work from his/her classmates
D. read a lot of books to include in his/her research
15. Maria is annotating or marking a book source which she used for her report in Human Body Parts. In which part
of the book can she find the year of publication?
A. back cover B. cover page
C. copyright page D. table of contents
16. What does the Latin phrase et al. mean?
A. among others B. and others
C. for example D. with others
17. What punctuation is used to separate the information in a bibliography entry?
A. comma C. period
B. exclamation point D. quotation mark
18. Which of the following print materials refers to a scholarly published periodical containing articles written by
researchers, professors, and other experts?
A. books B. journals
C. magazines D. newspapers
19. Which of the following refers to any materials or information taken from the internet?
A. Instagram B. Online
C. social media D. YouTube

Use modal verbs, nouns and adverbs appropriately.

20._____ most people are primarily concerned about COVID-19, they hope for a vaccine.
A. Because B. Still
C. As a result D. Even though
21. _____ the home quarantine period, military and police forces are visible to monitor strict compliance of the
policies.
A. Because B. During
C. Consequently D. As a result
22. 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
23. Grocery stores and wet markets require a quarantine pass to control the number of shoppers. _____, wearing of
face mask is enforced.
A. Because B. In fact
C. In addition D. For example
24. 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. as a matter of fact
25 _____, the Department of Education in partnership with different stakeholders conducted a series of Webinars
for the teachers in preparation for the online classes.
 A. At this point B. In this regard
C. As can be seen D. With this in mind
26. _____ problems with the Internet connectivity, these did not stop the teachers from participating on the series
of Webinars given.
A. And B. Despite
C. However D. Moreover
27. Could you open the door for me?
A. offer B. permission
C. promise D. request

Transition Signals
Direction: Read the selection and answer the questions below.

The governor was pleased at the wit of the youth and praised greatly, but he demanded to know where he had
obtained his wisdom. “Alas! Alas!” cried the farmer, “the truth must be told!” and with deep bows he related his
story. The governor listened and their meditated in silence. Finally, he lifted his head, Shinano needs more than the
strength of youth, he said gravely, “ah, that I should have forgotten the well-known saying, “with the crown of
snow”, there cometh wisdom!”. That very hour the cruel law was abolished, and the custom drifted into as far as past
that only legends remain.

28. It can be inferred in the story that the aged mother was________.
A.   kind B.   honest
C.   industrious D.   wise
29. What is the best paraphrase for this line?
     “With the crown of snow, there cometh wisdom!”
A. The mountains are covered with snow.
B.  The young and strong are candidates for becoming kings.
C.   Wisdom is a virtue that comes only from young people.
D.   Wit and intelligence can also be found amongst old people. 
30. What value is underscored in the selection?
A.   Great love of a son to his mother.
B.   Greatness of the king for lifting the cruel law.
C.   Great intelligence of a farmer in solving problems. 
D. Great love of a mother to her son and a son to his mother.
31. What opinion may be formed based on the passage?
A.   The governor lifted the law.
B.   The governor asked where the man got his wisdom.
C.   The governor was delighted by what the farmer did.
D.   The people of Shinano lived happily for the rest of their lives.
32.  The Japanese tea ceremony is a tradition that promotes _________________.
A.   emotional and physical health
B.   emotional and spiritual health
C.   physical and emotional health
D.   physical and spiritual health
33.   In the sentence, “But your health insurance will cover only a portion of the cost and won’t give you any of those
funds ahead of time,” what is the function of the transition word but
A.   condition
B.   contrast
C.   emphasis
D.   illustration
34.   “I managed to get the house tidy before my parents got home.” What is the signal-marker in this sentence?
A.   before
B.   house
C.   manage
D.   tidy
35.  Finally,  the day when the last effort  to cast the great bell was to be made. The signal-marker in the sentence is
_________________.
 A.   cast
B.   effort
C.   finally
D.   made
36.  The Japanese tea ceremony steps begin with the cleaning of the tea utensils.
__________, the host cleans the tea bowl, tea scoops, and tea whisk with concentrated and graceful
movements. ________, the host prepares the tea by adding three scoops of matcha tea powder per guest to the tea
bowl. _________, the hot water is ladled into the bowl and whisked in a thin paste. _________, more water is added
to create a soup-like tea.
What words will you use to fill in the blanks to show proper sequence of events in the paragraph?
A. Next, Then, Finally
B. First, Second, Third, Lastly
  C. Now, Afterwards, Then, Lastly
D. Now, Then, Afterwards, Lastly
37.  Arrange the events logically as they happened in the story.
1. A    Shinano was governed by a despotic leader.
2. The governor sent out a cruel proclamation to put to death all aged people.
3. Long ago, there lived a poor farmer and his aged mother.
4. The farmer hid his old mother beneath the kitchen floor.
5. He supplied his old mother with everything needful.
A.  1 - 2 – 3 – 4 - 5
  B. 3 – 1 - 2 – 4 - 5
C.3 – 2 – 1 – 4 – 5
 D. 5 – 4 – 3 – 2 – 1
Use a range of verbs, adjectives and adverbs to convey emotional response or reaction to an issue to persuade

38. Which among the sentences uses a linking verb that helps express an opinion?
A. You are brave enough to tell what you truly feel.
B. You should talk to a guidance counselor when you feel sad.
C. You made the right decision in sharing your problems to me.
D. You do know that your parents can help you in times of need.
39. Which of the following is the correct definition of an adjective?
A. It is a word that expresses a state of being.
B. It is a word that expresses a strong obligation.
C. It is a word that describes nouns and pronouns.
D. It is a word that describes verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.
40. The words below are adjectives that express a positive feeling, except ______.
A. anxious C. inspired
B. carefree D. objective
41. If you have problems, you ____________ visit the guidance office or talk to someone you trust.
A. could B. must
C. would D. had better
42. Instead of wasting your time playing mobile games, you ___________ read and study your lessons if you don’t
want to fail your exams.
A. could B. should
C. had better D. ought to
43. It is _________ to see friends backstabbing each other.
A. insignificant B. impolite
C. worst D. sad
44. Parents are ________ to see their children help in the household chores.
A. happy B. excited
C. amused D. satisfied
45. Which of the following sentences expresses the feeling of being contented?
A. I am satisfied with my grades for this quarter.
B. I am happy with my high score in the quiz.
C. I am looking forward for the next lesson.
D. I am thankful for my parent’s support.
 46. This is a type of adverbs that emphasizes the intensity of your stand about an issue.
A. Adverbs of Manner B. Adverbs of Opinion
C. Adverbs of Place D. Adverbs of Time
47. Which among the adverbs below expresses unhappiness because of failing to meet expectations?
A. Disappointingly B. Disapprovingly
C. Unfortunately D. Unluckily
48. I, __________ believe that we should help street children by asking private and government agencies to provide
them child care services.
A. evidently B. personally
C. probably D. wisely
49. ______________, many health workers volunteered in helping those who cannot afford medical services.
A. Fortunately B. Objectively
C. Probably D. Truthfully
50. Which of the following statements agrees with the issue on Promoting Physical and Mental Health While Staying
at Home?
A. Without a doubt, people have enjoyed gardening while staying at home.
B. We should responsibly express our comments on issues we read on Facebook.
C. Surely, exercising and bonding with our family are ways to spend our time indoors.
D. Clearly, many liked to spend most of their time playing mobile games than reading books