Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PLACIDO T. AMO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
BUGAAN EAST, LAUREL, BATANGAS

CREATIVE NONFICTION
THIRD QUARTER
SY 2022-2023

MELC: Analyze the theme and techniques used in a particular text.

DIRECTIONS: Read the statements carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on the space
provided before each number.

For numbers 1-8, answer the following questions based on the story, “The Necklace”.
______1. Why is Matilde Loisel unhappy early in her marriage?
A. She wishes she were rich and had more possessions.
B. She didn't have a degree and she couldn't get a job.
C. Her husband doesn't love her.
D. She wishes she were prettier.
______2. Why is Matilde "filled with terrible anguish" when she decides to borrow a necklace?
A. She doesn't think she is beautiful enough.
B. She doesn't really want to go to the party.
C. There are too many necklaces to choose from.
D. She is embarrassed that she has to borrow jewelry.
______3. Which of the following is one of the reasons why most probably explains Loisel's lie?
A. They fear financial ruin and poverty.
B. They blame and hate Mdm. Forestier.
C. They do not care what people think of them.
D. They are ashamed to admit their carelessness.
______4. Which of the following is the best summary statement of "The Necklace"?
A. An expensive necklace is lost and needs replacing.
B. Wanting social recognition, she sinks to a life of poverty.
C. A woman borrows a dress and buys an expensive necklace.
D. A woman that wants to make a good impression goes to a dance.
______5. Which one of these does not happen?
A. Loisel steals money from his boss.
B. Loisel uses his father's inheritance.
C. Loisel does business with loan sharks.
D. Loisel borrows money from every possible source.
______6. Throughout the story, what is the value that Mathilde shows to the readers?
A. Appearance
B. Family
C. Knowledge
D. Love

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATANGAS PROVINCE
PLACIDO T. AMO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
BUGAAN EAST, LAUREL, BATANGAS
______7. Which statement best summarizes the main idea of the story?
A. To be content with what you have.
B. It is best to fake jewelry if you lose it.
C. Borrowing things can end a friendship
D. It is okay to lie if you have a good reason to.
______8. At the end of the story, we discover that the lost necklace cost ______________ francs. Which of the following will complete
the statement?
A. 40,000 B. 36,000 C. 400 D. 500

DIRECTIONS: Answer the given question with a minimum of 3 sentences. Write your answer on the space provided.

Follow the rubric below:

Relatedness to the topic – 1 point
Correctness of Grammar and Spelling - 1 point
Total – 2 points

9 – 10. Based on the poem “Desiderata” by Max Ehrmann, what is the lesson if we compare ourselves with others instead of being
happy with who we are?

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Prepared by:

MINERVA MAE R. LOTO JETT MAJAY H. ROFULI

Teacher II Teacher II

Checked by: Noted:

MARY JANE M. SARMIENTO MARCELA DS. ENDAYA

Master Teacher II Principal II

School: Placido T. Amo Senior High School

Address: Bugaan East Laurel, Batangas
Contact no.: 09399278779/09270297491
Email Address:placidotamoshs@gmail.com