DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

DIVISION OF DAVAO DE ORO

NABUNTURAN EAST DISTRICT
FIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION
ENGLISH 8
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
This test is conducted to assess your learning on topics introduced and discussed during the first quarter.
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS in each test and as much as possible AVOID ERASURES! Hand it neat and clean.
You may now begin.
TEST I – MULTIPLE CHOICE
Directions: Choose your answer among the choices that compliments each question. Write it on your paper.
1. If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all! Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?
a. reduce b. follow c. behind d. buy
2. Candles, flashlights, and lamps illuminate the room. Using the example clue, the word illuminate in this sentence
means. a. lower b. weaken c. light up d. darken
3. Our baseball team's pitcher has a few eccentric habits, such as throwing exactly thirteen warm-up pitches and
never wearing socks.
a. normal b. strange c. messy d. usual
4. Although Alex usually looks unkempt, he had a very neat appearance at his job interview.
a. orderly b. handsome c. messy d. neat
5. Although I was unable to understand all of the details of the presentation, I did get the gist of it.
a. humor b. main point c. notes d. text
6. Everyone ________ obey the health protocols given by the government to prevent the spread of the virus and
stop the pandemic. a. can b. cannot c. may d. must
7. I have a friend who has the ________ to read minds.
a. ability b. permission c. possibility d. request
8. My father is ________ proud to work hard for our family.
a. obligately b. permissively c. requisitely d. willingly
9. Some city folks choose to live on a farmland; _____, they have to adjust to its slow pace, quietness, and the
absence of cable and Internet connectivity.
a. because b. consequently c. despite d. such as
10. I lost my keys _____ I later found it under the table.
a. In fact b. however c. despite d. for example
11. John forgot to study for the test, ______ he got a very low grade.
a. Similarly b. Of course c. Furthermore d. such as
12. Learning a new language is fun, ______ it takes a lot of time.
a. Because of this b. Finally c. On the other hand
13. The diamond ring was radiantly shining on her finger. Using the synonym clue, the word radiantly in this
sentence means
a. brightly b. really c. hardly d. barely
14. In the pirate story, there were the good guys against the buccaneers. Using the contrast clue, the
word buccaneers in this sentence means
a. actors b. pirates c. teachers d. helpers
15. The sun made the lake water shimmer. Using the explanation clue, the word shimmer in this sentence means
a. dirty b. dull c. dark d. sparkle or shine
16. Indicate the correct format in writing a book bibliography.
a. Author’s last name and first name. Title of Book: Subtitle. Place of publication: Name of Publisher. Year of
publication.
b. Author’s first name and last name. Title of Book: Subtitle. Place of publication: Name of Publisher. Year of
publication
c. Title of Book: Subtitle. Author’s first name and last name. Place of publication: Name of Publisher. Year of
publication
d. Title of Book: Subtitle. Author’s last name and first name. Place of publication: Name of Publisher. Year of
publication
17. Author’s last name and first name. “Title of Article”. Magazine Title, Issue Date. Identify what kind of bibliography
is written.
a. book bibliography b. magazine bibliography c. newspaper bibliography d. journal bibliography
18. Cite the correct format of printed journal bibliography
a. Author’s first name and last name. “Title of the Article”. Journal Title, issue information
b. Author’s last name and first name. “Title of the Article”. Journal Title, issue information.
c. Author’s last name and first name. Journal “Title of the Article”, issue information.
d. “Title of the Article”. Journal. Author’s last name and first name, issue information
19. Indicate the correct kind of transition signal based on the underline word. A water main downtown broke this
morning, so several businesses had no water for hours.
a. addition b. time c. comparison d. cause and effect
20. Larry will probably be a late bloomer socially, just like his older brothers
a. time b. contrast c. comparison d. cause and effect
21. There are ways you can make boring tasks more pleasant. ______, bring a portable radio and listen to music on
the earphones while you work.
a. Because b. In fact c. In addition d. For example
22. You ________________ work on your assignment now, or you will not have time doing it later.
a. could b. had better c. must d. should
23. ______________, a lot of people were so kind to share what they have through community pantry.
a. Admiringly b. Objectively c. probably d. Truthfully
24. The best way to be ______ is by being contented.
a. happy b. delighted c. excited d. happily
25. Anna danced in a skillful or competent manner.
a. certainly b. possibly c. obligately d. ably
26. I love my mother without a doubt.
a. requisitely b. promisingly c. certainly d. responsibly
27. Complete the missing part of a journal bibliography. Choose your answer below.

a. Author’s name
b. Journal Title
c. Magazine Title
d. Volume Number
28. Complete the missing part of online newspaper bibliography.

a. Magazine Title
b. URL
c. Newspaper Title
d. Authors’ Name
29. Which among the adverbs below expresses unhappiness because of failing to meet expectations?
a. disappointingly b. disapprovingly c. unfortunately d. unluckily
30. 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.
31. Infer the correct transition signal that will use in this sentence. The month of June marks the enrolment for the
school year. It was speculated that only a few would enroll due to fear of the virus. ____________, it turned out to
be the other way around.
a. Frequently b. Furthermore c. In addition d. On the contrary
32. Discriminate the misused transition signal in the following sentences.
a. Tim earned an A on the test; likewise Justin also received an A.
B. The book was interesting; as a result, it was hard to read.
c. The sailors prepared the ship to sail; meanwhile the dock workers loaded the cargo
d. Two seats were left on the bus; therefore most of the group had to wait for the next one.
33. I believe that if you lower taxes people can keep more of the money they earn; it will be an incentive for them to
work harder. What is the meaning of “incentive” in the sentence? __________.
a. a reason to do something
b. a small amount of money
c. a tax
d. a good job
34. . Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could cast their votes in the
United states until 1920. What is “suffrage” ?
a. something that causes physical pain
b. an early flag
c. skirts that did not cover ankles
d. the right to vote
35.Jahna ________ turn 18 this year, but because of the pandemic, we have cancelled all the preparations and
reservations.
a. can b. may c. must d. will
36. To look pleasant is a key in getting a job. So, you ________ wear appropriate attire for your interview.
a. could b. might c. should d. would
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Direction: Assess which transition signal should be used to complete the paragraph.
Although similarly because in addition

Directions: Arrange and write the following list of sources or references to form a correct bibliography.

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Prepared by:

Febloutz M. Tagawa
Teacher I

Checked by: Noted by:

SHEILA JEAN L. CABAYAG EDITHA T. JAO, EdD

Master Teacher I School Principal IV