Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION XI
__________________________________________________________________

Assessment for Emergent

(ENGLISH)
Directions: Listen carefully as the teacher reads the following questions. Then,
encircle the letter of your answer.

1. What is the first letter of this picture Illustration of a

? (Identifying name of the
letter) ball

a. A b. B c. C

2. Which picture has the beginning sound of /f/? (Identifying sound of the letter)

a. illustration of fish
b. illustration of cat
c. illustration of dog

3. What is the sound of the final letter of this picture ?

Illustration of an ant
(Matching letter names with sounds)

a. /a/ b. /n/ c. /t/

4. What is the lowercase of the letter E? (Matching uppercase and lowercase letters)

a. c b. e c. d

Illustration
of a hat
5. What letter matches the initial sound of the picture inside the circle?
(Matching letter names with sounds)

a. Gg b. Hh c. Ii

6. Which uppercase letter has /d/ sound? (Recognizing sounds of the letters)

a. D b. B c. A

7. What word is formed if the sounds /m/, /a/, and /n/ put together? (Manipulating
sounds of letters to produce word)

a. fan b. man c. mat

 Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region XI

Assessment for Beginning

(English)

1. Which two words begin with the same sound? (building words
through analytic phonics instruction)
A. bat and cat
B. Cat and car
C. Fat and mat
D. Fun and run

2. What does the picture show below? (Building words through picture)

A. The picture is about the boy.

B. The picture is about the girl.

C. The picture is about the boy throwing garbage.

D. The picture is about the boy and the girl throwing garbage.
3. Sam always amuses me with her funny drawings. What is the
meaning of the underlined word using context clues? (Recognizing words
through contextual clues)

A. annoys
B. entertains
C. scares
D. Shocks

4. Read the selection below and answer the comprehension questions.

RATS

If you want to keep rats out of your house, there are a number of
important things to remember. First, pet food and pet dishes should be
removed. When your pet is finished eating, take the dish away. Pet dishes
that are outside attract rats. If you have to leave pet dishes outside, make
sure they are properly sanitized. Second, all trash should be put inside
trashcans. Metal and heavy plastic cans are good places for trash. Make
sure to close the lid. Trash should never be left in the yard. Remember to
pick it up right away. Put it in the can and close the lid tightly. Trash
blowing around the yard will bring unwanted furry creatures to visit. Keep
bird feeders on raised stands. Rats can eat birdseed that is close to the
ground. Also, pile up any pieces of wood. Wood that is stacked will keep rats
from building a nest. It should be stacked at least 18 inches above the
ground. Put away pipes. These are places for rats to crawl in and out of and
where they may build nests. Last, keep windows closed tightly. Make sure
windowpanes are unbroken. Rats love to crawl in cracked, broken windows.
If they get in, it is hard to get them out. They will dig through everything and
get into anything. Your neighborhood can be rat free if you just follow these
simple steps.
In the text, “properly sanitized” means . . . (Recognizing words through
synonyms)

a. cleaned
c. dirty

b. organized

d. paid for
5. Which of the following concept maps best represent the text?
(Recognizing words through Concept Map)

A. Assessment for Independent

Ways to(ENGLISH)
keep rats out of the house

First, pet food and Last, keep windows

pet dishes should Second, all closed tightly. Make
be removed. When trash should be sure windowpanes
your pet is finished are unbroken. Rats
put inside love to crawl in
eating, take the
dish away.
trashcans. cracked, broken
windows.

B Important things to remember in removing

pet food outside the house

Keep bird
Sanitize pet Close the lid of
dishes. feeders on
the trashcan.
raised stands.
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION XI
__________________________________________________________________

Assessment for Independent

(ENGLISH)
Directions: Read the selection silently. Then read the questions that follow and write the
letter of the correct answer in the answer sheet.

Have you ever wished you could travel to scenic spots in the country, but your wallet
wouldn’t let you? Well, worry no more because here is an alternative. If you’re looking for fresh
air, crystal clear waters, delightful yet affordable cuisine, and some peace and quiet, Davao
Occidental is the place to be.

Davao Occidental, the 81st and newest province in the Philippines, is home to folks of
various ethnicities. Here, people from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, together with the
Indigenous People, the Tagakaolo, B’laan and Manobo, and the Moslems - Tausug, Maranao,
and Sangir live together in perfect harmony. It is composed of five municipalities namely Malita,
Sta. Maria, Don Marcelino, Jose Abad Santos, and Sarangani. Its capital is Malita, a progressive
municipality along the Davao Gulf, is a melting pot of people and culture as all of the other
municipalities are.

The province’s topography is composed mainly of hills and mountains, where hardwood
and coconut trees abound and where numerous waterfalls lie hidden deep in its forests. Yet,
despite its mountainous landscape, its soil could grow almost all kinds of crops such as grains,
fruits, vegetables and root crops. Its rugged and steep highlands are also perfect for mountain
climbers and nature lovers alike as its peaks offer a majestic view of the Davao Gulf. To top it
all, the ranges of mountains offer a relaxing, cool climate that can be likened to that of Baguio
City.

Davao Occidental boasts of its clean, beautiful beaches perfect for swimming and
relaxation. Its crystal-clear waters are perfect for water activities such as boating, scuba diving,
surfing, sport fishing, and many more. It also has marine-protected areas where locals and
tourists get to experience dugong (sea cow) watching. For people who love the sea and the sand,
the crystalline waters and white sand beaches of Balut and Olanivan Islands are a must-see.
Above all, its rich marine and aquatic resources yield abundant food for the populace.

As the province is blessed with ample agricultural, marine and aquatic resources, its
people enjoy plentiful sustenance all year round. Consequently, local entrepreneurs venture on
industries in food production and have tied up with the Local Government Unit in creating
marketable products for export and for the local market. What’s more, various restaurants, fast
foods, and street-food centers offer tasty yet affordable treats that would make customers come
back for more.

Aside from the beautiful spots that the province can offer, its municipalities also have
colorful celebrations such as the Gaginaway Festival of Malita in November, Pangapog Festival
of Sta. Maria in June, Pagsabadan Festival of Don Marcelino in April, Kap'yaan Festival of Jose
Abad Santos in February, and Masbol Festival of Sarangani in June. These festivities showcase
not only the tribes of the municipalities and their culture and traditions, but also the bounty of
aquaculture and agriculture products of the respective municipalities.
1. Which is the capital of Davao Occidental? (noting details)
A. Malita
B. Sta. Maria
C. Sarangani
D. Don Marcelino

2. What is the best thing that its waters offer? (noting details)
A. abundant food for the people
B. beaches for swimming and relaxation
C. sightseeing in marine-protected areas
D. venue for various water activities

3. This selection is mainly providing ________________________. (giving the main idea)

A. a description of Davao Occidental
B. the products of Davao Occidental
C. the people of Davao Occidental
D. the beauty of Davao Occidental

4. Why are the highlands perfect for mountain climbers and nature lovers? (giving supporting
details)
A. It grows all kinds of crops.
B. It offers a serene and relaxing climate.
C. It has waterfalls that lie hidden deep in its forests.
D. Its peaks offer a majestic view of the Davao Gulf.

5. Why do the locals celebrate festivities in their respective municipalities? (making

conclusion)
A. To celebrate bounty of nature
B. To exhibit their culture and traditions
C. To showcase the tribes of the municipalities
D. To showcase the tribes, their culture and traditions, and the bounty of nature

6. The best title of the selection is ____________________. (giving title)

A. The Beauty Within
B. The Jewel of the South
C. The Products of Davao Occidental Grade 7
D. The Province of Endless Possibilities
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