Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IX-Zamboanga Del Norte
DIVISION OF Zamboanga Del Norte
THIRD DISTRICT
LILOY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
3RD QUARTER PERIODICAL TEST
GRADE 7
S.Y 2023-2024

Name: ____________________________ Year & Section: ___________

Teacher: ___________________________ Date: ____________

A. Read the words carefully. Which word is different from the group, choose the best answer
and encircle the letters that corresponds to your answer.

1. A. skydiver B. gymnast C. high jumper D. trapeze player

2. A. stevedore B. acrobat C. hunter D. fisherman
3. A. a painter B. a sculptor C. a brand D. a draftsman
4. A. a dentist B. an anaesthesiologist C. a nurse D. a surgeon
5. A. lady B. old woman C. mother D. daughter

B. Read the story below, then blacken the circle that corresponds to your answer in each
item.

“The Yellow Paper”

Jane, accompanied by her husband John, seeks treatment for her postpartum depression. However, she
becomes increasingly fixated on the yellow wallpaper in her room. As the days go by, Jane's obsession with
the wallpaper intensifies, and she begins to believe that there is a woman trapped behind the pattern. Isolated
and restricted within the hospital, Jane's mental health continues to decline. She becomes more detached from
reality, convinced that she must free the woman in the wallpaper. Jane's growing obsession with the
wallpaper mirrors her own descent into madness. Throughout the story, Jane's struggles are further
exacerbated by the dismissive attitudes of those around her, including her husband and the medical
professionals. They fail to understand the severity of her condition and dismiss her concerns as mere
delusions. As the days pass, Jane's mental state deteriorates further, and she becomes increasingly erratic. The
story reaches its climax when Jane finally tears down the yellow wallpaper, believing that she has liberated
the woman trapped within. In her delusional state, she identifies herself with the woman in the wallpaper,
fully succumbing to her madness.

6. Who is the protagonist of the story?

a) Jane c) Emily
b) Mark d) John

7. What role does the yellow paper play in the narrative's significance?
a) It represents happiness and joy. c) It serves as a reminder of a lost love.
b) It is a symbol of wealth and success. d) It becomes a source of obsession and
madness.

8. What is the setting of the story?

a) A bustling city c) A haunted mansion
b) A remote island d) A psychiatric hospital
9. What is the main conflict in the story?
a) Jane's struggle with her own identity c) Jane's fight against a supernatural force
b) Jane's battle against societal expectations d) Jane's internal struggle with her mental
health

10. How does the story end?

a) Jane escapes from the psychiatric hospital and finds freedom.
b) Jane succumbs to her madness and loses touch with reality.
c) Jane discovers a cure for her mental illness and lives a normal life.
d) Jane confronts her fears and overcomes her struggles.

11. What is the main theme of "The Yellow Wallpaper"?

a) Love and romance
b) Mental illness and oppression
c) Adventure and exploration
d) Friendship and loyalty

12. Who is the narrator of the story?

a) John, the narrator's husband
b) Jane, the narrator's sister
c) Charlotte Perkins Gilman, the author
d) The narrator's name is not mentioned

13. What is the significance of the yellow wallpaper in the story?

a) It represents freedom and liberation
b) It symbolizes the narrator's creativity and imagination
c) It reflects the narrator's deteriorating mental state
d) It signifies the narrator's love for interior design

14. How does the narrator's mental state change throughout the story?
a) She becomes more confident and assertive
b) She becomes more obedient and submissive
c) She becomes more paranoid and delusional
d) She becomes more sociable and outgoing

15. How does the husband contribute to the narrator's state of confinement?
a) He supports her creative pursuits
b) He encourages her to express her emotions
c) He restricts her activities and isolates her
d) He helps her escape from the oppressive environment

16. How does the setting of the story contribute to the overall atmosphere?
a) It creates a joyful and light-hearted mood
b) It adds a sense of mystery and suspense
c) It portrays a bustling city life
d) It emphasizes the importance of nature

17. What is the symbolism behind the barred windows and locked doors?
a) They represent the narrator's desire for privacy
b) They symbolize the narrator's longing for freedom
c) They signify the narrator's fear of the outside world
d) They highlight the importance of security and protection

18. What symbolic meaning is conveyed by the creeping woman in the wallpaper?
a) The narrator's hidden desires and repressed emotions
b) The narrator's fear of insects and crawling creatures
c) The narrator's fascination with nature and wildlife
d) The narrator's love for gardening and horticulture

19. In what ways does the narrative delve into the exploration of gender roles and their themes?
a) It challenges traditional gender roles and expectations
b) It reinforces traditional gender roles and expectations
c) It ignores gender roles and focuses on other themes
d) It portrays gender roles as irrelevant and unimportant

20. In what ways does the narrative delve into the exploration of gender roles and their themes?
a) To pursue a successful career
b) To be a devoted wife and mother
c) To travel and explore the world
d) To become a famous artist

B. Determine the author’s intentions for writing used in the following sentences. Shade the
circle of the letter of the correct answer.
21. What is the purpose behind the author composing this informational article?
a) To entertain the readers with a fictional story.
b) To inform the readers about a specific topic or issue.
c) To persuade the readers to buy a particular product.
d) To inspire the readers with personal anecdotes and experiences.

22. What is the author's purpose in crafting this poem?

a) To entertain the readers with a humorous narrative.

b) To inform the readers about historical events.
c) To persuade the readers to take action on an environmental issue.
d) To evoke emotions and create a sensory experience through language.

23. How does the author aim to achieve their purpose in crafting this persuasive essay?
a) To entertain the readers with fictional characters and plot twists.
b) To inform the readers about scientific discoveries.
c) To persuade the readers to support a particular political candidate.
d) To inspire the readers with personal reflections and life lessons.

24. What is the author's purpose in creating this self-help book?

a) To entertain the readers with thrilling suspense and mystery.
b) To inform the readers about historical events and figures.
c) To persuade the readers to adopt a specific religious belief.
d) To provide guidance and advice for personal growth and development.

25. What is the author seeking to accomplish by writing this news article?
a) To entertain the readers with fictional characters and plot twists.
b) To inform the readers about current events and developments.
c) To persuade the readers to buy a particular product.
d) To inspire the readers with personal reflections and life lessons.

26. Which statement represents a fact?

a) "Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor."
b) "According to a recent study, chocolate ice cream is the most popular flavor worldwide."
c) "I believe chocolate ice cream is the tastiest flavor."
d) "Chocolate ice cream is the worst flavor."

27. Which statement represents an opinion?

a) "The Earth revolves around the Sun."
b) "The Earth is flat."
c) "Gravity is a force that attracts objects towards each other."
d) "Gravity is just a made-up concept."

28. Which of the following statements best aligns with a fantasy?

a) "Dragons exist in real life and can breathe fire."

b) "Dogs are loyal and make great companions."
c) "The moon is made of cheese."
d) "The sun rises in the east and sets in the west."

29. Which statement represents a reality?

a) "Unicorns are mythical creatures with a single horn on their forehead."
b) "Unicorns are real animals that live in forests."
c) "Unicorns are extinct species that roamed the Earth millions of years ago."
d) "Unicorns are fictional creatures created in books and movies."

30. Which statement accurately presents a fact?

a) "Pizza is the most delicious food in the world."
b) "Pizza originated in Italy and is a popular dish worldwide."
c) "I think pizza is overrated and not tasty at all."
d) "Pizza is a healthy food choice."

C. Read the sentence and questions carefully, then blacken the circle that corresponds to
your answer in each item.
31. Long ago, there lived a pig that was given plenty of good food to eat each day. Needless to
say, the sheep was quite satisfied with his life. Satisfied, that is, until one morning when the
farmer's wife brought his food and said, "Enjoy this good food while you can, dear sheep. For
you shan't be around much longer!" What is the farmer's wife likely to say to the pig next?
a. "We are moving to another farm!"
b. "You are being sold to a pept store!"
c. "When next we meet, you will be on our dinner table!"
d. "We will put you on a diet because you are getting fat!"

32. Nico's mother brought home empty boxes from the store. She wrapped the dishes in
newspaper and placed them in the boxes. Next, she took down the pictures and the curtains and
packed them in boxes. She told Nico that his first day at his new school would be Tuesday. What
prediction are you able to formulate?
a. Nico is not going to go to school anymore.
b. Nico's mother is going to clean the house.
c. Nico's family is going to move.
d. Nico's family is decorating their house.

33. Jeff spent all day working outside with his dad. They mowed the grass, trimmed the weeds,
and planted bushes. It was one of the hottest days of the summer, and they were both dirty and
sweaty. Jeff's dad said, "Let's go inside and call it a day." What do you think Jeff did as soon as
he went inside?
a. took a shower
b. made dinner
c. played a video game
d. watched TV

34. The weather forecast indicates a high probability of a significant snowstorm this Sunday.
What predictions can you make based on this information?
a. I enjoy watching the weather on TV and on the Internet.
b. I'm planning on unpacking my summer clothes, and putting away my winter ones on Saturday.
c. Maybe we'll have a day off from school on Monday.
 35. Laura was from Chicago. She wasn't afraid of anything and always kept her cool. In her
black leather jacket and hair pulled back in a tight knot, she prowled the streets like a panther.
What might Laura do if someone threatened her?
a. Laura would look the person in the eye.
b. Laura would run away as fast as she could.
c. Laura would laugh and say, "Take your best shot."
d. Laura would scream and cry for help

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

The Grimm fairy tale gets a Technicolor treatment in Disney's first animated feature. Jealous of Snow
White's beauty, the wicked queen orders the murder of her innocent stepdaughter, but later discovers that
Snow White is still alive and hiding in a cottage with seven friendly little miners. Disguising herself as a
hag, the queen brings a poisoned apple to Snow White, who falls into a death-like sleep that can be
broken only by a kiss from the prince.

36. Drawing from the title "Snow White," what predictions can you make about the story's
setting?
a) It will take place in a snowy kingdom.
b) It will be set in a modern city.
c) It will be set in a magical forest.
d) It will be set in a futuristic world.

37. What can you infer about the main characters based on their names in the story?
a) They will be animals with human-like qualities.
b) They will be mythical creatures with special powers.
c) They will be ordinary people with unique personalities.
d) They will be royalty with noble titles.

38. What predictions can you make about the primary conflict based on the story's introduction?
a) It will involve a battle between good and evil.
b) It will revolve around a love triangle.
c) It will focus on a quest for a hidden treasure.
d) It will center around a struggle for power.

39. Based on the description of the evil queen, what can you predict about her motivations?
a) She seeks revenge against Snow White.
b) She desires eternal youth and beauty.
c) She wants to protect her kingdom from outsiders.
d) She longs for love and acceptance.

40. What can you predict about the role of the seven dwarfs based on their names?
a) They will be mischievous troublemakers.
b) They will be wise and helpful companions.
c) They will be fierce warriors.
d) They will be magical beings with special abilities.

D. Choose the best direct and reported speech appropriately in varied contexts. Encircle
the letter that corresponds to your answers.

41. Which sentence accurately employs direct speech?

a) She said that she is going to the store.
b) She said, "I am going to the store."
c) She said if she is going to the store.
d) She said to go to the store.
42. Choose the sentence that accurately utilizes reported speech.
a) "I will finish the project," he said.
b) "I will finish the project," he says.
c) "I will finish the project," he saying.
d) "I will finish the project," he saids.

43 Identify the sentence that improperly employs direct speech

a) "I love ice cream," she exclaimed.
b) "I love ice cream!" she exclaimed.
c) "I love ice cream," she exclaimed.
d) "I love ice cream!" she exclaimed.

44. Select the sentence that appropriately combines direct and reported speech.
a) She said, "I will be there on time."
b) She said, "I will be there on time," she said.
c) She said, "I will be there on time," she told me.
d) She said, "I will be there on time," she told.

45 Choose the sentence in which reported speech is used incorrectly.

a) He told me that he likes pizza.
b) He told me if he likes pizza.
c) He told me, "I like pizza."
d) He told me that he liked pizza.

E. Distinguish fact from opinion, fantasy from reality in the text. Encircle the letter that
corresponds to your answers.
46. Select the sentence that accurately employs direct speech:

a) She asked if I was hungry.

b) She asked, "Are you hungry?"
c) She asked me if I was hungry.
d) She asked, "If you are hungry?"
47. Select the sentence that correctly uses reported speech:
a) "I will call you later," he says.
b) "I will call you later," he said.
c) "I will call you later," he saying.
d) "I will call you later," he telling.
48. Identify the sentence that incorrectly employs direct speech
a) "I'm sorry," she apologized.
b) "I'm sorry!" she apologized.
c) "I'm sorry," she said apologetically.
d) "I'm sorry!" she said apologetically.
49. Select the sentence that appropriately combines both direct and reported speech.:
a) He said, "I can't attend the meeting."
b) He said, "I can't attend the meeting," he told me.
c) He said, "I can't attend the meeting," he said.
d) He said, "I can't attend the meeting," he says.

50. Choose the sentence in which reported speech is used incorrectly.

a) She asked me, "Did you finish your homework?"
b) She asked me if I finished my homework.
c) She asked, "Did you finish your homework?" she said.
d) She asked, "Did you finish your homework?" she told.