AaA1

THE LOBSTER AND THE CRAB

One day Lobster and Crab met.

“ I have ten claws,” boasted Crab. “I am the Great Crab which the land people
like best to eat. We, crabs, are covered with the head shield.
“We are knights belonging to the Order of the Crustacean, “ cried Lobster.
What does that mean?” asked Crab.
“Crustacean means covered with a crust or shell,” explained Lobster.
“It is the same with us,” said Crab. “ Our claws and boodles are made of rings
of shell joined together by sockets. We use our claws for walking and for tearing our
food.”
“Land people like to eat us,” said Lobster. “When we are cooked, we turn into a
bright red color but in the water, we are green.

1. Lobsters and Crabs are ________.

a. Birds b. fishes c. crustaceans
2. The Crustaceans are like knights because________.
a. They have claws b. They have nippers c. Their bodies are all covered with shields
3. Crustaceans means _______.
a. Covered with hair b. Covered with shell c. Covered with scales
4. Land people like to_______.
a. Eat the crustaceans b. Play with the crustaceans c. Make pets with the crustaceans
5. What color do the crab and lobster when they are in the water?
a. Green b. Orange c. Bright red
6. Both Crabs and Lobster are kinds of
a. Seafood b. Flying insects c. Land animals
7. Which of them can walk on land too?
a. Both b. Crab c. Lobster
8. Are crabs and lobster eaten by people too?
Draw the crab if your answer is No; a Lobster, if your answer is Yes.
9. Crustaceans have ______.
a. Fur b. Shells c. Scales
10. This kind of story is a ______.
a. Fairy tale b. Legend c. fable
A2

THE BLIND GIRL

A group of students were chatting and laughing excitedly near the sidewalk.
They seem to be talking all at the same time when suddenly they became silent. They
stared spellbound at a blind girl groping along the wall, and feeling nearby about.
Though her eyes were open, they could tell that she could not see. In her right hand
was a bunch of flowers which she smelled now and then. She continued walking till
the end of the street. When she was out of sight the students gave a sigh of relief. Were
they not lucky to have two good eyes?

1. What were the students doing?

a. Playing and jumping b. Singing and dancing c. Chatting and laughing
2. Which of these statements is true?
a. The students stopped talking as they stared at a blind girl.
b. The students stopped talking as they stared at a lame girl.
c. The students stopped talking as they stared at an old beggar.
3. How did the girl move along the wall?
a. She ran along. b. She walked briskly. c. She groped along her way.
4. What did the students notice about the girl’s eyes?
a. They were open. b. They were closed. c. They were half opened.
5. What were the students sure about the girl?
a. She could see. b. She could not see. c. She could see a little
6. What was on the girls hand?
a. A cane b. A bunch of keys c. A bunch of flowers
7. Where was the girl going?
a. To a nearby store b. To the end of the street c. To the house at the street corner
8. What did the students do when they saw the girl?
a. Stared b. Looked
b. Smiled
9. How did the students feel when the blind girl was out of sight?
a. Sorry b. Afraid c. Relieved
10. What were the students thankful for?
a. For their feet b. For their legs c. For their good eyes
A3

THE RAT

The rat belongs to the mouse family although it is larger than mouse. It has also more scales on its

tail than a mouse. There are rats of different sizes and colors. The brown Norway rat is the most destructive

and powerful. Black rat can still be found in cities near the coasts and in countries with warm climate.

Rats travel aboard ships and eat almost anything. If they are hungry they attack animals, even men.

Rata breed rapidly, producing 20 to 50 offspring’s a year. A rat can start breeding at six months old. Wild

rats are special problems to man because they spread bubonic plague, rat fever and they destroy crops.

1. To what family does the rat belong?

a. Cat b. Dog c. Mouse
2. Which is the largest among the following animals?
a. Rat b. Mouse c. House lizard
3. What part of the rat has more scales?
a. Its tail b. Its legs c. Its body
4. Which is the most powerful among the following?
a. White rat b. Black rat c. Brown Norway rat
5. Where can black rats be found?
a. Near the coasts b. Near the woods c. Near the ground
6. What do rats eat?
a. Roots b. Grass c. Almost anything
7. Why are there plenty of rats?
a. They eat anything b. They breed very rapidly c. They are found in homes
8. What do rats destroy most?
a. Trees b. crops c. houses
9. At what age does a rats start breeding ?
a. A year old b. Six months old c. Three months old
10. Why are rats are problem to man?
a. They play around b. They breed rapidly c. They carry diseases
A4

TWO PAINTERS

When Jose Rizal and Juan Luna were studying in Madrid, they lived together in a boarding house.
They used to play jokes on one another.
Juan Luna woke up early one morning and saw that Rizal was still asleep. He hid one of Rizal’s
slippers and drew exactly one like it on a cardboard. When Jose woke up, he tried to put on his slippers but
he found out that one was made out of cardboard. “I know who painted this. It is nicely done,” he said.
One day, Juan Luna went out with his friends. Jose decided to draw the contents of Juan’s room on the
closed door with the permission of their landlady. When Luna arrived, he went directly to his room. He
bumped his head on the closed door. “ You are a good painter,” Juan Luna told Rizal.

1. Who studied in Madrid?

a. Andres Bonifacio b. Apolinario Mabini c. Juan Luna and Jose Rizal
2. Where did they live in Madrid?
a. In a hotel b. In a Filipino home c. In a boarding house
3. What did they usually do when they entertain themselves?
a. Play sipa b. Play jokes c. Play chess
4. What did Luna hide?
a. One of Jose’s pets b. one of Jose’s books c. one of Jose’s slippers
5. Why did Jose think it was his real slipper?
a. It was large b. It was just right for him c. It was realistically painted
6. Where did Rizal paint the contents of the room?
a. On the wall b. On the closed door c. On the window pane
7. Why did Luna enter the room directly?
a. It was his room b. He thought the door was open c. He thought the door had been removed
8. What did Luna think of Rizal’s painting?
a. It was not right b. It was just a view c. It was beautifully done
9. For what was Luna known?
a. Being a good writer b. Being a good soldier c. Being a good painter
10. How will you descried Luna and Rizal’s sense of humor?
a. Dull b. Keen c.Neither a nor b
A5

THE SCHOOL LUNCH COUNTER

A school canteen or lunch counter is established in every school to improve children’s eating
habits and preferences. Native, nutritious dishes such as goto, pancit and lumpia are prepared by a
teacher with the help of some children. Sandwiches are also sold for those who prefer a light
merienda. A good lunch counter has milk as a regular item for sale. Teachers encourage their pupils
to include milk in their daily food intake.
The canteen is part of a school. It protects children from sickness by discouraging them to buy
from food peddlers and unsanitary, nearby stores.
Pupils are asked to patronize the canteen for their own health. The low prices of food serve as
an encouragement for the children to buy from the school canteen.

1. What does a school lunch counter serve?

a. Lunch b. Dinner c. Merienda
2. When do the majority of children buy at the lunch counters?
a. After class b. Before class c. During recess
3. Which of these statements is true?
a. Native foods are good for light merienda
b. Recess lunch may take the place of lunch
c. Goto, pancit and lumpia are eaten at breakfast
4. What food should a lunch counter always have?
a. Rice b. Milk c. Cereals
5. Why is milk good for children?
a. It tastes good b. It is nice to drink c. It supplies them with needed nutrients
6. How do school lunch counters help children?
a. They sell native food b. They sell delicious food c. They sell nutritious food at low prices
7. Why should children avoid buying food outside the school?
a. It is cleaner b. It is cheaper c. It is not safe to eat
8. Where can children buy much safer and cheapest food?
a. From peddlers b. From nearby stores c. From school lunch counters
9. What is the aim of school lunch counters
a. To make business b. To make children thrifty c. To improve the children’s health
10. How do the lunch counter operators encourage children to buy from them?
a. By offering bonus prizes b. By being open the whole day c. By lowering the prices of food
A6

AN AIRPLANE RIDE

The strangest thing about my first airplane ride was that I seemed not to be moving at
all since the plane assumed a certain altitude. As I looked down, the earth below seemed like
a wonderful map in lovely colors. Everything was a miniature. The houses, the trees, the
buildings appeared like playthings. The ocean was but a shallow stream of clear, blue water.
Indeed, anybody’s first plane ride is a pleasant experience.

1. On what kind of transportation was the author riding?

a. A car b. A ship c. An airplane
2. How did the earth below appear to the narrator?
a. A vast rice field b. A wonderful map c. An undeveloped place
3. How did the objects appear to the author?
a. Shadows b. Reflections c. Miniatures
4. What made the rice fields restful to the eyes?
a. Their size b. Their color c. The location
5. How did the author consider his first airplane ride?
a. A horrible experience b. A pleasant experience c. A nauseating experience
6. What did the author say the ocean looked like?
a. Long river b. Shallow stream c. Swimming fool
7. What was the strangest thing about the author’s first airplane ride?
a. The plane flew so fast
b. The plane seemed not to be moving
c. The plane could not go above the clouds
8. How many times has the author ridden on an airplane?
a. Twice b. Once c. Many
9. Which appeared like playthings to the author?
a. Buildings, trees, houses b. Houses, people, animals c. Houses, buildings, people
10. How did he describe the rice fields?
a. restful to the eyes b. like a dense forest c. like a shallow stream
A7

FEEDING TIME AT THE ZOO

It was time for the zookeeper to feed the animals. Judging from the noise , the beast were

hungry. The lions opened their mouths and gave the people in the zoo, a frightful sample of the howl

of the king of beast. The little monkeys squeaked as they tumbled over each other to reach the cage

bars. The monkeys shook the iron bars till they rattled, and parrots jumped up and down shrieking

excitedly.

1. What time was it in the zoo?

a. Playing time b. Feeding time c. Sleeping time
2. How did the animals show that they were hungry?
a. They played b. They quarreled c. They made noise
3. Who howled?
a. The lions b. The gorillas c. The monkeys
4. What did the lions do?
a. Roared b. Beat on the bars c. Opened their mouths
5. What does the zookeeper going to do?
a. Beat the animals b. Feed the animals c. Bathe the animals
6. How did the little monkeys manage to reach the cage bars?
a. By jumping over each other b. By tumbling over each other c. By climbing over each other
7. What did the little monkeys do?
a. Snitched b. Squeaked c. Screeched
8. What did the monkeys do with the iron bars?
a. Broke b. Rattled c. Loosened
9. Who jumped up and down?
a. Dancers b. Parrots c. Birds
10. How did the parrots welcome the zookeeper?
a. They shouted
b. They shrieked
c. They squeaked
A8

THE FACE IN THE FOOL

Narcissus was out of breath from running when he came to a clear pool. He stopped to
drink. Just as he was about to sip the cool water, he saw a face in the pool. It was handsome
and he was attracted to it.
“Who are you?” he asked.
“Who are you?” echoed someone.
“Why are you mocking me? “ asked Narcissus.
“Mocking me,” said the voice.
Narcissus was puzzled. He wanted to talked with the face in the pool but it would not
answer. He tried to catch it but to no avail. At last, he lost hope and plunged into the pool
hoping to see the owner of the face.

1. Why was Narcissus out of breath?

a. He was running b. He was jumping c. He was skipping
2. Which of these sentences is true?
a. Narcissus came to a clear lake b. Narcissus came to a clear pool c. Narcissus came to a clear path
3. He stopped to______.
a. Drink b. Swim c. Bathe
4. He saw something which ________
a. Attracted him b. Frightened him c. Drove him away
5. What did he see in the pool?
a. A boat b. A face c. A flower
6. Which is correct?
a. He talked with the face in the poo
b. He shouted at the face in the pool
c. He played with the face in the pool
7. Narcissus heard________.
a. His own echo b. The singing bird c. A reply from the man in the pool
8. Narcissus was not able to.
a. Drink b. Swim c. Talk with the man in the pool
9. He became_______.
a. Sad b. angry c. hopeless
10. What did he do at last?
a. Plunged into the pool b. Ran into the dark woods c. Ran away from the pool
A9

TRAVEL MADE EASY

“How was your trip, Wally?” asked Grandma as Wally kissed her hands.
It was fine, Grandma,” answered Wally, yawning while stretching his arms, and shaking his
legs. “I slept almost throughout the way.”
“Why, you lazy boy!” exclaimed Grandma. “Then you didn’t see the beautiful scenery on the
countryside.”
“ It was so nice riding on the bus,” explained Wally. “The roads now are very smooth, unlike
the first time Father and I visited you after the flood. A week had passed after that visit, yet my
body was still aching all over. We were like mashed fruits after our ride over those pot marked
roads.”
“ It did not take long for the government to have all the damaged roads repaired, “ agreed
Grandma. “thanks to our government, things are back to normal again.”

1. Where did Wally’s and Grandma live?

a. In the city b. In the province c. In the city suburb
2. Why did Wally fail to see the beautiful scenery?
a. He slept almost throughout the way
b. He was wearing dark glasses
c. He was not interested to look at the scenery
3. Where did Wally ride?
a. On a bus b. on a train c. in a jeepney
4. Who was with Wally when he visited Grandma?
a. His father b. his mother c. nobody
5. How did Wally try to freshen himself?
a. He jumped b. He ran and ran c. He stretched out his arms and legs
6. According to Grandma, what did Wally miss by sleeping all the way?
a. Grandma’s house b. The place where they were going c. The beautiful scenery on the countryside
7. Why did Wally not enjoy his first visit to Grandma?
a. The journey was long b. The roads were pot marked c. The roads were smooth and nice
8. What did Grandma call Wally for sleeping all the way?
a. Lazy b. cheerful c. curious
9. Why were the roads easy to travel on now?
a. They were cleaned by the government
b. They were damaged by the government
c. They had been repaired by the government
10. How was life after the flood?
a. It returned to normal b. It was never the same again c. It was much better than before
A10

PLANT PESTS

In addition to different kinds of plant diseases, there are a great number of plant pests

that can destroy or stop the growth of plants. Insects carry fungi and bacterial diseases from

plant to plant. The potato beetle carries the potato rot. Some insects even eat plants. Certain

grasshoppers and biting insects strip a plant of its leaves, this killing the plant. The most

destructive kinds of insects are the scale insects, mealy bugs, plant lice and leafhoppers.

They consume the sap of plant tissues thus causing the withering of the plant itself.

1. What can destroy or stop the growth of plants?

a. Plant food b. Plant pests c. Plant fertilizers
2. What else besides pests injure plants?
a. Fertilizers b. Insecticides c. Different kinds of plant diseases
3. Which carry diseases from one plant to another?
a. Flowers b. Insects c. People
4. What causes potato rot?
a. Potato fungi b. Potato beetle c. Potato bacteria
5. What happens to plants where insects live and feed on?
a. They grow fast b. The plants are injured c. The plants grow healthy
6. What is another name for the grasshopper?
a. Flying insect b. Biting insect c. Sucking insect
7. How do the grasshoppers harm the plants?
a. They cut the plants b. They strip the plant of its leaves c. They suck the juice from the
plants
8. What happen to the plants when harmed by these insects?
a. Plants grow rapidly b. Plants become healthy c. Plants stop growing and die
afterwards
9. Which of the following insects are the most destructive?
a. Ants b. Mites c. Scale insects
10. Are all insects harmful?
a. Yes
b. No
c. maybe
B1

February is the shortest month of the year, having only 28 days. It has 29 days during a
leap year which comes once every four years. There are 366 days in all in a leap year.
All the months of the year are named after Roman gods or goddesses. February comes
from the Latin word “ Frebuare” . It means to make clean and pure and purity. This is also
the month of love, as February 14 is Valentine’s Day, a day for dedication and renewal of
love for parents, friends and sweethearts. We can make everyday a Valentine’s Day by
loving others sincerely.

1. What is the story about?

a. Leap tear
b. Roman god and goddesses
c. February and Valentine’s Day
2. The message of this selection is
a. Friendship and love
b. Purity and cleanliness
c. Significance of the leap year
3. Which sentence is not true?
a. The month of February has 28 days.
b. All months are named after Roman gods and goddesses.
c. February is the only month not named after a Roman god or goddess.
B2

You have always thought that good sportsmanship is true only in sports or athletic
contests. Good sportsmanship and a sense of fair play is limited not only sportsmanship at
home, in the classroom, and in group work. Sportsmanship is very much like courtesy. It
means showing consideration for other people and treating them the way you would like to
be treated. It also means respecting the other people’s right, feelings and believing, they are
just as important as you are. Be a good looser; don’t get angry or sulk or make excuses when
you lose. On the other hand, if you win, do not belittle the loser; show sympathy for their
defeat.

1. To what trait is sportsmanship similar?

a. Honesty
b. Courtesy
c. Obedience
2. What is the selection about?
a. Being a good loser.
b. Limiting sportsmanship to games and sports.
c. Doing to other people what you would like them to do to you.
3. To whom will this selection best apply?
a. To old folks b. To everybody c. to sports-loving people
B3

It is not kindness to set free a canary, or a bird that is injured or has been kept in a cage
for years because it will be unable to take care of itself. Canaries are born in cages of pet
bird parents. They have been taken care of for generations and have no knowledge on how
to find food or shelter. Letting loose a canary in this world is like leaving a two year old baby
to make his own living.
The only way to soften the hard lot of a canary is to make it feel happy that it will not
wish to be set free.

1. Which word best describes the canary?

a. Happy
b. Restless
c. Helpless
2. What is it like to let loose a canary in this world?
a. Leaving a dog to make his own living.
b. Leaving a beggar to make his own living.
c. Leaving a two-year old baby to make his own living.
3. Which sentence tells why canaries do not know how to find food or shelter?
a. They do not wish to be set free.
b. They are lazy to look for their own food.
c. They have been taken care of for generations.
B4

For over three hundred years, the Filipino had suffered the cruelties of the Spaniards. They
were not free to do anything in their own country. A group of patriots formed the Katipunan
with Andres Bonifacio as the head. They fought for their country’s freedom.
The Katipuneros come from all over Manila and the nearby provinces on August 26,
1896. Their meeting- place was in Balintawak. Only a few of them had guns but many of
them had bolos. Others came with weapons made from sharpened bamboos. They tore their
sedulas to pieces angrily shouting. “ Long live the Katipunan! Long live the Philippines!
Down with the tyrants!
These words were the opening salvo of the first city of Balintawak.

1. Which is true according to his selection?

a. The Filipinos were free under the Spaniards.
b. The Filipinos were happy under the Spanish government.
c. The Filipinos could no longer bear the cruelties of the Spaniards
2. What does the selection show?
a. Filipino humility b. Filipino honesty c. Filipino bravery
3. Which sentence summarizes the selection?
a. Andres Bonifacio was the head of the Katipunan.
b. The fighting at Balintawak was between the Filipinos and Spaniards.
c. The Filipinos revolted against the tyranny of Spain in the First City of Balintawak.
B5

Once, a bull cart driver was passing though a muddy road. The wheel sank deep in the
mud. Though the bulls pulled with all their strength, they could not go farther.
The driver did not do anything to help his bulls. Instead he went down on his knees. He
prayed to Hercules, god of strength. He prayed to him to help him pull his cart out of the
mud.
But Hercules said, “Put your arms on the wheel, lazy fellow. Help the bulls pull the
wheels out of the mud. The gods help those who help themselves.

1. Why did the wheel sink?

a. The road was soft
b. The road was wet
c. The road was muddy
2. Which sentence is true?
a. The driver helped the bulls.
b. The driver pushed the cart.
c. The driver did not make any effort to help the bulls.
3. Which lesson does this story teach us?
a. Try hard to win.
b. If at first you don’t succeed, try again.
c. God helps those who help themselves.
B6

William Howard Taft, an American Governor-General, felt that the Filipinos should
own and develop the natural resources of their country, and use them for themselves and
their children. He started the policy of “The Philippines for the Filipinos”.
Under Governor Taft, the government bought the friar lands, subdivided them into lots
and sold these to the tenants. The Bureau of Lands was established to distribute public lands
and to see that these were used property, The Homestead Law allowed Filipinos to own and
cultivate at least 25 hectares of land. Foreigners could own land if they comply with certain
requirements.

1. What did William Howard Taft feel about the Filipinos?

a. They could own land if they are naturalized Americans.
b. They could own land only if they comply with certain requirements.
c. They should own and develop the natural resources of their country.
2. How were public land distributed?
a. Through Governor Taft
b. Through the Bureau of Posts
c. Through the Bureau of Lands
3. Which phrase best describes Governor Taft policy?
a. Distribution of lands
b. Land for Americans
c. The Philippines for the Filipinos
B7

One day when Mike was in his route delivering the morning newspapers, he found a one
thousand-peso-bill on his way. Now, he could buy the bicycle he had wanted for a long time.
For the past two years, he had saving money for the bicycle but it seemed it would take him
some years more before he could buy one.
However, Mike did not have the heart to keep the money. He requested Mr. Cruz, the
editor of the newspaper, to look for the owner of the money. Three days later, an old
gentleman called up. Mike received a card from him. Together with the card was the bicycle
he wanted very much. Mike did not know that Mr. Cruz told the old gentleman of Mike’s
wish to own a bicycle.

1. The story tells about _______

a. Being kind
b. Being good
c. Being honest
2. Why did Mike ask Mr. Cruz to look for the owner of the money?
a. He wanted to buy a bicycle.
b. He did not have the heart to keep it.
c. He wanted to keep the money for himself.
3. How was Mike rewarded?
a. The old gentleman got his money back.
b. The old gentleman complained to the police.
c. The old gentleman rewarded Mike with a bicycle.
B8

As Ed passed by his neighbor’s yard, he saw Tiger, his neighbor’s dog, stumble and
fall across a live fallen electric wire. Tiger gave one wild yell of pain and lay on the ground,
kicking and struggling to set himself loose from the wire.
ED stopped his neighbor’s two sons from going near the dog. He saw one of the boys
rush towards the dog, crying. He ran to prevent the boy from touching the dog.
“Oh, poor Tiger!” Ed said with tears in his eyes as he saw tiger, helplessly freeing
himself. Then he turned to the boys and shouted. “ Keep back there or that wire will kill you,
too.”
“Run home quickly and call up the Electric Company,” Ed told one of the brothers. “Tell
them a live wire has killed a dog and may kill others too if they don’t hurry. Give the
address. Run!”

1. What did Ed see?

a. How a fallen electric wire killed the passerby
b. How a dog was killed by a live, fallen electric wire
c. How a boy was killed by a live, fallen electric wire
2. Who did Ed save from harm?
a. Tiger
b. The two boys
c. The man from the Electric Company
3. From whom would the boys ask for help?
a. From the people
b. From their parents
c. From the Electric Company
B9

The most striking thing in the appearance of the crayfish is the pair of nippers on each
tip of its front leg. Joined together are its “ thumb and finger”. The “thumb’ is jointed so that
it can move back and forth freely. Both nippers are armed with saw teeth and a sharp claw at
the tip so that they can get a firm grip of any object. The claws can be bent in any direction.

1. What is the story about?

a. The crab
b. The crayfish
c. A water animal
2. Which is true about the animal described?
a. It has a great pair of nippers on its side.
b. It has a great pair of nippers on its hind legs.
c. It has a great pair of nippers on its tip on its front legs.
3. Which sentence describes their claws?
a. It can be bent sideway
b. It can be bent in any direction
c. It can be bent forward and back
B10

Not all great deeds are done in time of war. Here is the story of a man whose greatness
was achieved in time of peace. He was Thomas Alva Edison. He was the greatest inventor
that ever lived. He invented the talking machine and the electric light. He made instruments
to measure the heat of far-off stars. He invented hundreds of things that gave comfort to the
lives of millions of people. From childhood he showed an inquiring mind. He looked closely
at things around him. His mind looked for causes and reasons. His mother had to answer and
explain things to him. But Thomas was not contented. He tried to find out about things
himself. So, he began performing experiments one after another.

1. What is the story about?

a. The greatest painter of all times
b. The greatest sculptor of all times
c. The greatest inventor of all times
2. What distinguishing trait had Thomas Edison?
a. He was very playful
b. He was always busy.
c. He had an inquiring mind.
3. Choose the best title for the story.
a. The experiment
b. The Great Thinker
c. The Greatest Inventor
C1

THERE ARE STILL KINDHEARTED PEOPLE

Jay woke up early and prepared a cup of hot coffee for his mother. He was going to the
market to help clean the stall of the old butcher whose helper went away.
“Be careful Jay, ” his mother advised him. “ There are many dogs around and it is still
dark.”
Before the butcher arrived, Jay had cleaned his stall.
“ You are early, Jay” the butcher said.
“ I know you have no helper,” Jay answered. “ So I cleaned your stall before the meat
arrives.”
“You are a very kind boy,” the butcher said. “How would you like to go back to school?”
“I like it very much,” answered Jay sadly, “ But mother is sick and we have no money.”
The butcher nodded thoughtfully and then smiled at Jay. “ You can go back to school if you
like,” he said.

1. Why do you think did Jay clean the butcher’s stall early?
a. The market opens early.
b. The market opens at noontime.
c. Market goers come in the afternoon.
2. What could be Jay’s reason in cleaning the butcher’s stall?
a. He wanted to earn money
b. He wanted to see the market
c. He wanted to ask for some meat
3. From the story, do think Jay went back to school?
a. Yes b. Maybe c. No
C2

INDUSTRY AND PERSEVERANCE

Mang Toribio was very poor and had many children. One night he told his wife that
his friend, Katindig, had asked him if he wanted to join in putting up a slipper store. His
wife encouraged him to do so. With a little capital, Mang Toribio and Katindig put up a little
store. At first they made a few pairs of slippers. Then more orders came in. The two friends
were very happy when the slippers sold fast. Time came when they included shoes in their
store. The store prospered until the owners became millionaires. Mang Toribio became
known as Don Toribio of Ang Tibay shoes.

1. What kind of a man was Mang Toribio?

a. Kind
b. Hospitable
c. Industrious
2. Why do you think did the shoes sell fast?
a. They were durable.
b. They were found everywhere.
c. There were no other kinds of shoes.
3. What was another reason for the shoes to sell fast?
a. They were expensive
b. They were nicely made
c. They were of low quality
C3

YOU AND YOUR SAFETY

Not long ago, a group of Grade Six boys and girls kept a careful record of all cuts,
bumps, falls and other accidents that happened to them for a period of three months. A study
of their accident record showed many of the accidents took place in the school. Some of
these accidents occurred in the classrooms and in the halls of school buildings. But more
injuries took place in school shops and on playgrounds.

1. What accident are likely to occur on the playground?

a. Being hit by a jeep
b. Bumping against posts
c. Cuts from pieces of glass, tin cans and scrap irons
2. How can you keep yourself safe from the accident?
a. Obey the safety rules
b. Ignore the safety rules
c. Forget the safety rules
3. Why do injuries often take place in school shops?
a. Pupils do not use their tools
b. Pupils do not bring their tools
c. Pupils do not keep away their tools
C4

WAIT UNTIL THEY ARE BIG ENOUGH

Mike and Johnny were talking their vacation on their Uncle Joe’s farm. One morning
the two boys were sitting on the riverbank as they dipped their hook and line in the water.
“Let’s make a bet,” Mike suggested. “Let’s see who will have the first catch. Ah! I
spoke too soon, here it comes.” Mike pulled up his line. True enough there was a fish at the
end of the hook.
“Ha! Ha!” laugh Johnny. “ Don’t tell me you will bring home that tiny fish.”
“ No, I will set it free,” Mike said. “ We don’t catch little fish. Some people catch fish
that are still very small.
Just then they saw a fisherman pull up his net. It was full of fish. But they were all still
very small, So Mike and Johnny approached him.

1. From where were Mike and Johnny?

a. From the city
b. From abroad
c. From the farm
2. What do you think did Mike and Johnny do?
a. They bought the fish.
b. They told the fisherman to set the fishes free.
c. They helped the fisherman sell the fish to the market.
3. Why do you think did Mike and Johnny want the fisherman to set the small fish free?
a. The fish did not taste good.
b. They wanted the fish to grow bigger.
c. The small fish would not get a good price.
C5

WELL EARNED MONEY

Mang Jose was helping the driver load baskets of fruits and vegetables in a jeep. His
neighbor, Mang Ambo, approached and admiringly remarked:
That’s money again.”
Mang Jose laughed and looked at Mang Ambo. “ That’s true, Ambo,” Mang Jose
answered. “ But it is well earned money. You can see how my family and I work from
morning till late in the afternoon. Raising fruits and vegetables is not an easy work but it
pays dividends. I even support our government’s program of cultivating idle lots.”
“ I understand,” Mang Ambo said nodding his head, “We are just beginning to plant
now.”
“It is not yet late,” Observed Mang Jose. “Six months from you will see the fruits of
your labor.”

1. Did Mang Jose give Mang Ambo some pointers on how to raise fruits and vegetables?
a. Yes b. No c. Never
2. What do you think will happen to Mang Ambo if he continues with his project?
a. Someday he will drive a jeepney.
b. Someday he will take his daughters and sons to market.
c. Someday he will market his own fruits and vegetables.
3. Do you think Mang Ambo will also harvest plenty of fruits and vegetables?
a. Yes b. No c. Never
C6

WHAT HAPPENED

As dawn came, Dante felt very cold so he wrapped himself with his blanket. He could
hear the splashing of water somewhere and he thought he was dreaming. Suddenly he heard
his father’s voice shouting to his mother. “Wake Dante up!” He heard as in a dream. Then he
heard his mother calling him from the door of his room. Dante tried to open his eyes but he
could not. He felt someone shaking him so he tried to sit up on his bed.
“Come, Dante,” his mother said.’ Put some of your clothes in a bag. Don’t forget to
include a blanket and a sweater.” Before Dante could ask a question, he saw Father row a
banca at the foot of the stairs . Dante stared. Overnight, The fields around their house had
turned into a vast sea.

1. What did Dante hear?

a. Roaring waves
b. Splashing of water
c. Water leaking from a faucet
2. What do you think made Dante’s place flooded overnight?
a. The raging storm
b. The wind blowing
c. The leaking faucet
3. Where do think would Dante’s father take his family?
a. To the fields
b. To the woods
c. To a higher place
C7

DEATH OF ABSALOM

Absalom was the third son of King David. Many admired him for his good looks
especially the beauty and richness of his hair. But he wanted the kingdom of his father.
When he had gathered enough men, he declared war against his father, so King David and
his followers were forced to leave Jerusalem. Barefooted and weeping, King David went up
to Mount Olivet. There, he met a man named Semet who threw stones at him. One of King
David’s servants wanted to kill Semet but the King stopped him. “ Don’t trouble him.
Perhaps the Lord will see my sorrow and turn His curses into blessings.”
Absalom pursued his father and a battle was fought. Absalom’s army was defeated so
he fled to the woods. But as his mule was passing under an oak tree, his long hair was caught
in the branches. His mule ran away, while he remained hanging on the branches.

1. Do you think David was restored to his kingdom?

a. Maybe b. No c. Yes
2. What do you think is the true ending of the story?
a. King David died in the hands of his son.
b. King David reigned with his son Absalom.
c. King David and his followers returned to Jerusalem.
3. Do you think God punished Absalom?
a. Yes b. No c. Maybe
C8

A LITTLE SEEDLING’S STORY

Once there was a little seedling seen by a farmer. He dug the little seedling and
planted it in his backyard. The soft soil held its roots firmly to the ground so that it stood
elect towards the blue sky.
At sunset that day, the farmer’s wife came to look of the new plant in their backyard. “I
wonder if this little tree will bear oranges,” she said to herself.
The seedling heard her and promised to give the farmer’s wife oranges if the sun and
rain would help her. The sun and the gentle rain heard her and helped the little seedling.
Soon the farmer’s wife saw some shoots on it. “ I am sure it will give me some oranges in a
few years.”
“It is not old enough to bear oranges yet,” the farmers said laughing.
“You shall have some oranges after some years,” said the little seedling softly.

1. If a seedling has some shoots on its, is it sure to grow?

a. Yes b. No c. Maybe
2. Why do you think did the farmer’s wife wonder if the little tree would bear oranges?
a. All fruit-bearing trees bear fruits.
b. There are many fruit-bearing trees.
c. Not all fruit-bearing trees are sure to bear fruits
3. Did the little seedling keep her promise to the farmer’s
a. No b. Yes c. Maybe
C9

SELECTING SEEDS

Father woke Miguel up early so he could go to the rice fields with him.
“Why are we early, Father?” asked Miguel.
“We will select and pick rice seeds for our planting next year,” answered father.
Miguel was happy he could help his father select the seeds. When they reached the rice
fields, Miguel asked,” How do you select the seeds Father?”
“Pick only the biggest and fullest heads from the tallest and strongest plants. They will
give the fullest and biggest grains. Big and full seeds will give us plants that will bear big
and full grains,” explained father. “You see, that’s why we had a good harvest last year.”

1. Why do you think did Father have a good harvest last year?
a. He planted many seeds
b. He had many palay plants
c. The seeds of palay he planted were selected.
2. Why do you think will father select the seeds for next year’s planting?
a. To have a good harvest
b. To share the seeds with his friends
c. To have plenty of seeds to give away to his neighbors
3. What kind of grains will selected seeds bear?
a. Big and full grains
b. Small round grains
c. Long and thin grains
C10

LINO’S REWARD

One day, Lino was passing by a clump of bamboo trees on his way home from school
when he heard the meowing of a cat. He was about to walk pass but the meowing continued
as it in pain. He put his bag down and went to the bamboo clumps. He found a cat whose
paw was caught between bamboo stumps. He freed the cat, but still it lay moaning painfully.
Lino tried to soothe the cat’s injured foot when all of a sudden Lino jumped and cried in
pain.

1. Why do think did Lino cry in pain.?

a. The cat scratched his arm
b. He was tickled by the cat’s hair.
c. He had a headache.
2. Why could the cat not walk?
a. It was weak.
b. Its foot was soft.
c. Its foot might have been sprained.
3. Do you think Lino brought the cat home for a pet?
a. No
b. Yes
c. Perhaps
D1

ANIMAL BITES

Animal bites should not cause any alarm, but they should be treated promptly. They are
safety rules that may help.
Bites of dogs, cats, mice, rabbits and similar pets may be dangerous to human beings.
Cats and dogs, especially, are sometimes afflicted with rabbis. Their bite should not be taken
for granted. The best thing to do is to clean the wound with an antiseptic such as a teaspoon
of carbolic acid in a pint of warm water. Cover the wound with the sterile gauze and blind
it carefully in order to keep it free from dust. However, it is always advisable to see a doctor
after applying the first aid treatment

1. What disease common to cats and dogs is dangerous?

Write the word in capital letters.
2. Copy the little of this selection inside a rectangle.
3. What first step should be done when bitten by a dog?
Copy the letter of your answer.
a. Kill the dog immediately.
b. Clean the wound with antiseptic.
c. Apply guava leaves on the wound.
4. Copy the name of an antiseptic.
a. Water b. medicine c. carbolic acid
5. Write whom you should see when bitten by a dog.
D2

TREE PLANTING

Tree planting is worthwhile. There is a wide variety of trees that are best suited for
backyards, along the streets, riverbanks or on open fields. Whether we use them for
ornament, shelter or shade for other plants, these trees can provide some of our daily needs.
There are trees that can be used for fuel, and when they grow older, as construction
materials. Two or more of the following trees --- mango, caimito, mabolo, orange--- can be
planted in our backyards because they provide us with fruits, fuel and shade.

1. What is the selection about? Draw a circle around the letter of the correct answer.
a. Tree planting
b. Forest planting
c. Garden planting
2. Copy these words: ornament, shelter, shade, tree.
Underline the word that is another name for decoration.
3. Write two names of fruit-bearing trees.
4. Which one is a fruit tree as well as a shade tree?
Draw a circle around the word.
a. Mango b. coconut c. orange
5. Write the little of the selection
D3

ROUND TRIP BY EXPRESS LIMITED

Nori and her mother were looking at the railroad travel folder. They were looking at
the attractive pictures, maps and interesting descriptions of beauty spots in the Philippines.
They decided to go to Bicol Province to see the beautiful Mayon Volcano. They took two
round trip tickets for Express Limited. By doing this, Nori and her mother could save some
money. They intended to take the plane but the railroad travel folder indicated that it’s
cheaper to go by train. The Express Limited is one of the new models acquired by the
Philippine National Railways.

1. Print the little of the story.

2. Write what Nori and her mother were looking at.

3. Write what kind of ticket they bought.

4. Write what made Nori and her mother decided to travel by train.

5. Write the place chosen by Nori and her mother to visit.

Put a square around your answer.

D4

APOLINARIO MABINI

Apolinario Mabini loved his mother very much. His mother was thrifty and
hardworking. She did all the work in the house and helped her husband tend their coffee
trees. Mabini’s father and mother knew that he was an intelligent boy. It was his mother
who decided to help him get a higher education. So, even if his father knew that they had no
money to support him, they sent Mabini to Manila to study. Mabini worked his way
through college. How hard his parents worked to be able to send him a few pesos! Mabini’s
mother wanted him to be a priest but Mabini knew he would be a good lawyer.

1. Copy the phrase that describes Mabini’s mother.

a. Honest and kind
b. Beautiful and shy
c. Thrifty and industrious
2. Write the word that tells what kind of a boy Mabini was.
Put this inside the square.
3. Write the word that tells who decided to send Mabini to Manila. Write it in capital
letters.
4. Copy the word that tells what Mabini’s mother wanted him to be.
5. What did his parents do to send him a few pesos?
Underline the phrase.
Worked hard gambled sold vegetables
D5

THE MAKING OF A FRIEND

It’s hard to tell what makes a friend

It isn’t looks or style
Just something that you can’t explain
That makes them seem worthwhile

It isn’t anything they say

Or anything they do
But what it is that makes a friend
I’ve found them all in you.

1. Write the number of stanzas in the poem.

2. Write what the poem tells about.

3. Is it easy to tell what makes a friend?

Answer with Yes or No.

4. Copy the line in the stanza which tells why “it’s hard to explain what makes a friend.”

5. Write the line that tells where the writer found the things that make a friend.
D6

FISH CONSERVATION

Our country’s fishing resources are fast dwindling because of dynamite fishing. Using
dynamite in fishing kills thousands of fish. It is the chief cause of the rapid disappearance of
fish stocks from our lakes, rivers and seas. A stick of dynamite thrown into school of fish
kills not only the big fish, but also the countless generations of fish that they could have
spawned. The mature ones are not only the ones killed. Fish, egg, fries, and fingerlings
within close range of the blast are also destroyed. This is why dynamite fishing is prohibited.

1. Write the title of the selection and underline it.

2. Write the cause of fish dwindling resources.

3. What can cause death to thousands of fish and the countries generations of fish? Copy
the phrase.

4. List three things a blast of dynamite can destroy.

5. What step did the government take in connection with dynamite fishing? Write your
answer in one word.
D7

GARBAGE DISPOAL

It is the duty of every household to dispose of its own garbage and clean its own yard.
This is a farm of community spirit. Instead of dumping garbage on the streets which become
breeding places of files, each family’s garbage is placed in well- covered cans. The
government takes charge of the collection and disposal of garbage. Trucks collect the
garbage and dump them in an area where they are burned or reduced to fertilizers. Now that
we no longer see mountains of garbage on the streets, then flies will be much less in number.

1. Copy the phrase that tells what the selection is about.

Breeding places garbage disposal dumping places

2. Underline the phrase that tells where garbage is placed.

Well-covered cans on the streets near the house

3. Copy the word that tells who takes care of garbage collection.
People government agents

4. What used to be unsightly on our streets? Copy answer.

People mountains of garbage cans

5. What may be eradicated or lessened in the future if garbage is disposed of properly?

Draw your answer.
D8

VACATION TIME

“ It is Vacation now!” shouted Ben happily. “ I can take a swim in the river every
day.”
“ I will sell newspapers every morning and shine shoes in the afternoon,” said Luis. “
I need to save money so I can go to high school next June.”
“ I will help Mother do home chores,” said Gloria. “ I can cook and go to market.”
“ I will plant vegetables in our backyard,” said Rene.

1. What vacation is mentioned in this story? Copy the phrase:

Christmas vacation
Summer vacation
Week-end vacation
2. Who among the children in the story will spend his vacation earning money? Write his
name.

3. Write the sentence that tells what Gloria will do.

4. Why is Ben happy? Draw a circle around the letter of the correct answer.

a. He can take a bath in the well.

b. He can take a bath in the river
c. He can take a swim in the river.

5. Who will help in the food production? Write his name.

D9

ELECTRIC POWER

Electricity has become a servant and a messenger in the modern world. It lights homes,
runs machines in factories and makes distant people neighbors. Electricity has given us all
the comforts in life through electrical appliances used in our homes. Science has helped us in
making the most out of electricity. Work has become lighter with the advent of electricity.

1. Write two words that tell what has become of electricity.

2. Has electricity made our work lighter? Write your answer inside a circle.

3. Copy the phrase that tells what has brought comfort to our lives.

4. Which has helped people make the most out of electricity?

5. Write the title of the story.

D10

INCOMPARABLE RIZAL

We just wonder how Rizal in his short life learned so many things. He was only thirty-
five years old when he died, but he could speak about twenty- six languages. We know he
was a doctor, a writer, an artist and a scientist. When he was exiled to Dapitan, he learned to
be a farmer. He was a teacher and a businessman. He was also a good swimmer, and an
expert in fencing and boxing.

1. Write what the story is about.

a. Rizal b. a student c. knowledge

2. Write the number of languages Rizal learned to speak.

3. List four things that tell what Rizal was.

4. Which of these did Rizal learn in Dapitan.

Farming dentistry teaching

5. Copy all the words that tell what other things Rizal was good in.
Swimming baseball fencing boxing
D11

A CONTEST

There is a contest for the cleanest and most beautiful barrio. How can our barrios be
made beautiful and clean? All the people in each barrio can help in this project. The first
thing is to start with the yard. Clean the yard and dispose the garbage properly. Fence the
yard with bamboo or hedges. The gumamela or bougainvilla can serve as fence. The
backyard can be planted with vegetable. Flowering plants can be planted in pots and placed
on window sills. Keep the pigs and chickens out of the yard by putting them in pens. There
should be clean canals and good drainage to keep the surroundings clean.

1. Write the phrase that tells what the contest is about.

2. Where is the contest being held? Write the word in capital letters.

3. Write two hedges that will make good fences.

4. Write two things which should be kept out of the yard.

5. Copy the word that tells what may be planted in the backyard.
Fruit trees vegetables flowering plants
D12

CHRISTMAS EVE

It was Christmas Eve. Mr. Cruz’s family had finished their Noche Buena “Come on
children,” Mother called. “Hang your stockings and go to bed. “Sonia hung one for her
mother, one for her father and a very small one for her body brother. Tess put here on one
corner of her mirror. Dennis pinned his on the curtain of his bedroom window and Edmer
found a place near his cabinet.

1. Write the name of the holiday that the children were preparing for.

2. What did the children do before going to bed? Copy the answer.

3. Copy the phrase that tells what the family would do.

a. Go to bed
b. Go to a party
c. Go to the movies
4. Copy the sentence that is true.
a. Sonia hung one stocking for herself.
b. Sonia hung stockings for herself and her mother.
c. Sonia hung stockings for her mother, father and for her baby brother.
5. Write the name of the boy who pinned his stockings on the curtain of his bedroom.
D13

THE EARTHWORM

Have you seen an earthworm? Children are afraid of the earthworm. It lives in moist
soil. It has no head and it breathes through its skin. If you cut an earthworm in two, the parts
will still live.

The earthworm is harmless. It helps the farmers and plant growers. The earthworm
bores many holes in the soil. This way the soil becomes soft and well-mixed. Then more air
goes into the soil, soft, well-mixed and airy soil is good for the plants. Earthworms help the
plants grow well.

1. In what kind of soil does the earthworm live?

Write the word.

2. Does the earthworm have a head? Write Yes or No.

3. Write the word that tells where the earthworm breathes through.

4. What kind of soil is good for plants? Write the words.

5. Copy the correct sentence.

a. The earthworm is harmful.
b. The earthworm kills the plants.
c. The earthworm helps the plants.
D14

RIZAL AND THE FILIPINO YOUTH

Jose Rizal loved his people especially the youth.

Jose Rizal believed in the young people of his country. He wrote a patriotic poem
entitled, “ To the Filipino Youth,” dedicated to his countrymen. In this poem, he called the
young Filipino the “fair hope of his fatherland”.
Rizal also wrote ‘ Noli Me Tangere”. In this novel, he called on the youth to serve their
country. He called on them to study harder and do the best they could to achieve peace and
progress for the Philippines.

1. Copy the name of the poem Rizal wrote.

2. To whom did he dedicate the poem?
a. To his mother
b. To his countrymen
c. To the Filipino youth
3. Write the name of the book Rizal wrote.
4. Copy the word that describes what kind of poem “ To The Filipino Youth” is.
5. What was Rizal’s counsel to the youth?
a. To study hard
b. To write books
c. To take up arms
D15

NILO

The bus stopped in front of the school gate. Boys and girls got of nimbly and noisily.
But Nilo waited for his turn to get out. He slowly slung his bag across his shoulders and
walked towards the door of the bus. He looked to the left and to the right to see if there were
vehicles coming his way. Then he went straight to his room. After greeting his teacher he
helped her put the room in order. Then he went out to wait for the bell.

1. Write the name of the boy mentioned in the story.

2. Which of the following words best describe Nilo?
Underline it.
a. Lazy b. good c. bold
3. How did he cross the street? Draw a circle around the letter of the correct answer.
a. He walked very fast.
b. He ran hurriedly across the street.
c. He looked to his left and to his right.
4. Copy the words which describe how the children got off the bus.
5. Nilo went straight to the playground and played with his classmates. Answer this with
true or false.
B11

The Barrio council had a meeting to discuss about the barrio fiesta. It was agreed
upon by all the members that the fiesta be held for one day only instead of the traditional
several days. This would be in line with the austerity program of our government. There
would be a high mass in the morning and a religious procession. Every household would try
to prepare some food for the visitors. All the people in the barrio agreed to be thrifty in the
Celebration of the town fiesta.

1. What is the story about?

a. Electing a barrio council
b. Celebrating a barrio fiesta
c. Celebrating a barrio holiday
2. Which is true about the coming celebration?
a. The fiesta is going to be celebrated for a week.
b. The fiesta is going to be celebrated for one day.
c. The fiesta is going to be celebrated for three days.
3. Which sentence tells us how the fiesta is going to be celebrated?
a. Much food would be served to the visitors.
b. The people would all attend the high mass
c. The fiesta would be celebrated with austerity
B12

Flowers are a beautiful. Fortunately, the Philippine climate is favorable to the growth of
various species of these wonderful beauties of nature. As one travel around the islands, one
comes across all sorts of flowers. They are abundant especially in the months of March,
April and May. At this time of the year, flowers bloom abundantly from trees, bushes,
herbs, vines and water plants. Each species has its own distinct beauty. While children in the
cities enjoy them in flower shops, botanical gardens and parks, the children in the barrios see
them on the fields. Gardens, forest, swamps and banks. However, their beauty remains
wherever they may be.

1. Which is the good title for this selection?

a. Beauty
b. How beautiful
c. The flowers around us
2. Which is true about flowers?
a. They remain beautiful wherever they are.
b. Flowers bloom during the Christmas season only.
c. You don’t see much flowers when you travel around.
3. Why are flowers abundant in the Philippines?
a. Due to the size of our country
b. Due to the beauty of our country
c. Due to the climate in our country
B13

Ruby overslept that Monday morning. When she woke up she had only ten minutes to eat
breakfast and start for school.
As if everything was against Ruby, she didn’t find a single pair of clean socks. She had
no time to wash her clothes during the weekend. She got a pair of Aida’s socks but as she
hurried downstairs , Aida saw her wearing her yellow socks,
“You never lend me any of your things,” Aida said. ‘Remember when I wanted to wear
your yellow headband, you didn’t lend me? So you better remove those socks.”
“Well, I never saw a sister as hard to get along with as you are,” muttered Ruby as she
ran back upstairs to return Aida’s socks.

1. Which sentence best describes Ruby that morning?

a. She was calm
b. She was in a hurry
c. She was easy going
2. What would be a good title for the story?
a. Selfish Ruby
b. The yellow socks
c. Blue Monday morning
3. Do you agree with Ruby that her sister was hard to get along with?
a. Yes b. No c. Maybe
B14

We near of cottage industries. These are industries that people engage in at home. Our
government civil organizations are helping to promote cottage industries. These are
encouraged because they help the people in the following ways,
They provide work for the jobless.
They increase man’s usefulness through creative and useful activities.
The increase the family income.
They develop neighborliness and cooperation’s among the people in a community.

1. What is the selection about?

a. How people work
b. Cottage industries
c. Increase in usefulness
2. Which is true about cottage industries?
a. They promote goodwill among nations.
b. They provide work for those who already have jobs.
c. They develop cooperation among people in a community.
3. Why are cottage industries encourage in our country?
a. To get rich
b. To help the jobless
c. To help big industries
B15

For many years, Ric’s father had carried the mail from the post office of their
hometown to the railroad station. That particular day, however, Ric’s father was sick and Ric
got ready to take over his father’s work. Ordinarily it would have been an easy task but the
weather was so bad that even his father would have a hard trip.
“The storm is getting worse but the mail has to be delivered,” said his sick father. “
Start early so you will have plenty of time to finish the work.”
Ric went out through the lashing storm. Usually there were vehicles along the way but
none could be seen that day. Many times Ric thought he would never make it to the railroad
station but he arrived in time for the train to collect the mail.

1. Which of these statements is true?

a. Ric’s father had delivered mails for a few years.
b. Ric’s father delivered the mails for many years.
c. Ric’s father delivered the mails only the previous year.
2. What is the selection about?
a. A sick man
b. Delivering mails
c. Braving a storm
3. Was it necessary for Ric to deliver the mails that day?
a. No b. Maybe c. Yes
B16

Bread is one of the most important food items. The word bread comes from the word
“bray” which means to pound. During the ancient times, grains used in baking bread were
pounded between two stones.
Bread can be made from various grains --- wheat, rye, corn buckwheat and oats.
However, when we speak of bread, we generally think of the kind made from wheat
because bread from wheat grains is the best in texture and in taste.

1. What is the selection about?

a. Rye
b. Bread
c. Wheat
2. Which is true about bread?
a. Bread is made from flour.
b. Bread is made from grains.
c. Bread is made from starch.
3. What was the original word for bread?
a. Bray
b. Wheat
c. Pound
B17

Taxes are important sources of income for the government. They are essential to the life,
progress and security of a nation. As good citizens, it is our obligation and responsibility to
pay taxes willingly and on time. The income of the government is intended for the welfare
of the people. A large part of the government money is spent on the following: maintenance
of public schools, maintenance of the army and the police, establishment of health services
and construction of roads and bridges. It is therefore necessary that our people---- young and
old alike --- be made to understand the importance of paying taxes.

1. Which of the titles below is appropriate for this selection?

a. Necessary Taxes
b. Why we Pay Taxes
c. Expenses of the Government
2. Why are taxes necessary?
a. They help us travel abroad.
b. They are put in a bank as saving.
c. They are sources of income for the government
3. What are taxes for?
a. For its officials
b. For government support
c. For the welfare of the people
B18

Why, I have never seen our town so clean!” cried Lyn as she alighted from the
tricycle. “ Not a single trash around.”
“Don’t you know that every citizen in our town helps to make our town clean “said
Dennis, her brother. “ Anyone caught throwing rubbish around will be punished
accordingly.”
“ It can really be done,” said Lyn. “ We can really make our town clean if we want to.”
“ Yes,” answered Dennis.

1. What is the selection about?

a. Keeping ourselves clean
b. Keeping our toilets clean
c. Keeping our surroundings clean
2. The main idea of the selection is
a. Let the government clean your surroundings
b. Every citizen should help make the surroundings clean
c. Clean the surroundings if your neighbors will clean theirs.
3. Which title is best for the story?
a. How to keep clean
b. In keeping with Laws
c. Cleaning our surroundings
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The gorilla, an ape, is a large and man-like animal. It lives an African jungles and is so
large and fierce, that no full-grown one has never been caught alive. It feeds on fruits and
builds a covered platform on trees for its house. With one stroke of its great arm, it can kill a
person or a horse. Young gorillas have been caught and brought to our menageries but they
usually die because of our climate.
A young gorilla can be cared for and taught tricks. It can also prove itself to be very
intelligent.

1. What is the selection about?

a. The gorillas of African
b. The natives of African
c. Wild creatures in African
2. Which word best describes the gorilla?
a. Fierce
b. Gentle
c. Intelligent
3. What kind of gorillas are usually caught and tamed?
a. Full-grown ones
b. The young ones
c. Large and fierce once
B20

Located at the south of Manila, just about an hour ride away, is Tagaytay. It is located
a top a ridge some 2,000 feet above sea level. Tourists can view from this ridge the
fascinating Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. Because of its delightfully cool climate, many
Filipino and tourist from other countries visit the place. There is a government hotel there
built especially for tourist. First class accommodations can be had in this resort. It has all the
modern facilities that a tourist can ask for. When you go to Cavite, do not miss to see this
beautiful spot. It is one of the most beautiful spots in our country.

1. Why do tourist love to see Tagaytay?

a. Because it is near Cavite
b. Because it is a historical spot
c. Because of the fascinating view of Taal Volcano and Taal Lake
2. What is the selection about?
a. A beautiful spot
b. A historical spot
c. A legendary spot
3. After reading this selection, what is one likely to think about?
a. To paint Tagaytay
b. To write about Tagaytay
c. To see Tagaytay sometime in the future