Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT

PRETEST – GRADE 3

NAME:
SCHOOL:

Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions

that follow.
A ten-year-old Jose and his one-year-old brother were
playing.
How happy they were.
“Boo,” Jose said as he nodded his head.
“Boo,” his little brother clapped, too.
Jose laughed and so did his brother.
“Mother, look at him. He does everything I do.
He says everything I say,” Jose said.
“Will he always be like that?”
“Yes, little brothers and sisters follow their older brothers or
sisters.
So, always be a good example,” Mother said.

Questions
1. How old is Jose?
a. one year old
b. two years old
c. ten years old

2. What does the word nodded mean?

a. bowed
b. shook
c. stood
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 3. Why was Jose happy?
a. He was working alone.
b. He was a good brother.
c. He was playing with his brother.

4. What did Jose’s little brother do?

a. laughed and cried
b. clapped his hands and cried
c. followed what Jose said and did

5. What lesson does the story teach?

a. to be kind
b. to be playful
c. to be a good example

DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT

PRETEST – GRADE 4

NAME:
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Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions that follow.
One morning little Jun could not walk well with his shoes on.
“What’s wrong with your feet, Jun?” asked Mother.
“Does your pair of shoes hurt?”
“Yes, Mother,” replied Jun. “My shoes do not fit me anymore.”
Father made Jun take off his shoes and wear his old rubber shoes.
“You are growing, Jun,” Father explained.
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Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

“When your shoes get too tight for you, you need bigger ones.
“Your feet are growing. It’s a sign that your body is growing, too.
Soon you’ll be a big boy.”

Questions:
1. Who made Jun take off his shoes?
a. mother
b. father
c. uncle
d. brother

2. What does the underlined word mean?

Jun’s feet were hurt because his shoes do not fit anymore.
a. broken
b. in pain
c. injured
d. disabled

3. What happened to little Jun one morning?

a. One morning, he could not walk well.
b. One morning, he could not talk well.
c. One morning, he could not speak well.
d. One morning, he could not jump well.

4. What is the sign of growing feet?

a. One can run fast.
b. One’s feet are getting dirty.
c. The shoes are getting tighter.
d. The shoes are changing its color.

5. What is the text all about?

a. Jun is beginning to walk.
b. Jun is now a big boy.
c. Jun is a fast runner.
d. Jun is a high jumper.

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Telephone No: (047) 2224008/(047)3071702
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 DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT
PRETEST – GRADE 6

NAME:
SCHOOL:

Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions that follow.
Rice is a cereal that serves as the staple food in many parts of Asia
including the Philippines. This kind of cereal is native to Asia and Africa.
Rice serves as the staple food of more than half of the people of the
world. The long-grained kind of rice found in America comes from Asiatic
species.
The rice plant grows up to four feet tall. It has long jointed leaves and
seeds with dense heads on separate stalks. It needs more water than
other types of grains to grow properly. This is the reason for having
irrigation pumps near rice fields.
Threshing rice in the Orient is done by flailing, treading, or pounding
the grains in a mortar. But in Western countries, cutting and threshing
are done by machinery. The threshed rice is covered with a brown hull
which is removed before marketing the rice.
Brown rice with the bran layer has much food value, while white
polished rice is rich in starch and low in protein and fat. In the Orient, the
fine soft straw of the rice plant is used for weaving hats while the broken
grain is used in preparing distilled liquor such as sake or rice wine. There
is a kind of wild rice growing in Canada which is called Indian rice. It is
found around the lakes in Canada and the northwestern areas of the
United States. This rice is different from the oriental rice and is not
cultivated.
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Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

In the Philippines, there is a National Rice Research Center located in

Los Baños, Laguna. It has discovered the so-called "miracle rice" which
has helped increase rice production. However, just recently a new
variety has been discovered. This variety like the miracle rice will
increase the yield per hectare that is cultivated. This "miracle" variety
has boosted our rice production.

Questions
1. What is the staple food in the Philippines and even in Asia?
a. camote c. rice
b. corn d. wheat

2. What does the underlined word mean?

Rice is the staple food in the Phillippines.
a. food that is never eaten by Filipinos
b. food that is often eaten by Filipinos
c. food that is seldom eaten by Filipinos
d. food that is sometimes eaten by Filipinos

3. Rice needs more water than other types of grains. How do farmers
provide this?
a. Farmers plant rice near the river banks.
b. Farmers wait for the rainy season to plant rice.
c. Farmers must water the rice three times a day.
d. Farmers use irrigation pumps near the rice fields.

4. What difference did the miracle rice make in the Philippines?

a. This miracle variety boosted rice production.
b. This miracle variety improved the taste of the rice.
c. This miracle variety improved the aroma of the rice.
d. This miracle variety lessens the expenses of rice production.

5. Which of the following tells about the Philippine rice?

a. Philippine rice is the staple food in Asia and Africa.
b. Philippine rice is getting more popular in Western countries.
c. Philippine rice is unique from the cereals in Western countries.
d. Philippine rice has two nutritious varieties: white and brown rice.

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 DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT
PRETEST – GRADE 5

NAME:
SCHOOL:

Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions that follow.

Twelve farmers worked on Don Lucio's big farm. The wide tract of
land was equally divided among the twelve.
Each farmer was responsible for planting, gathering, and selling his
product in the town market. They were paid according to the money
they got out of their sales.
Rey, a boy of about eighteen, was one of the farmers. He found
working on the farm a pleasure. He was on the farm before sunrise and
continued working long after the sun had set. Don Lucio secretly
admired Rey for his industry.
One day, Don Lucio went to the farm.
"Rey, can you show me a plot of tomatoes from where we can gather
and give for free to some poor people?"
Rey accompanied Don Lucio to the plots of tomatoes. When they
came to a plot where the tomatoes were ready to be picked, Don Lucio
said, "This plot of tomatoes will do."
"No, Sir, let's go just a little further," Rey replied politely.
Amused instead of getting angry, Don Lucio walked on with Rey.
"Well, this plot of tomatoes is just right for gathering," Don Lucio
said.
"If you don't mind, Sir, let's move to the next plot," Rey requested.
Don Lucio and Rey moved on to the next plot. Surprised, Don Lucio
looked at Rey and said.
"These tomatoes are not different from those we have seen earlier.
Why did we have to go this far?"
"Because, Sir, this plot of tomatoes is mine, Rey replied.

Questions
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REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

1. How many farmers did Don Lucio employ on his farm?

a. 10 c. 15
b. 12 d. 16

2. What does the underlined word mean?

Rey worked all day on the farm from sunrise to sunset. He is a
hardworking farmer.
a. courteous c. industrious
b. impatient d. polite

3. Why did Rey lead Don Lucio to another plot?

a. He wants to show him his resting place.
b. He wants to show him where he keeps his harvest.
c. He wants to show him his experimented tomatoes.
d. He wants to show the plot where he gets the tomatoes for the
poor.

4. Why do they give tomatoes away?

a. to earn extra income
b. to improve their sales
c. to make the farm popular
d. to share and help the poor

5. Which of the following will Don Lucio do to Rey?

a. Don Lucio will get angry because Rey has been giving out
tomatoes.
b. Don Lucio will be prouder of Rey because he is hardworking and
honest.
c. Don Lucio will not trust Rey again because he has deceived him.
d. Don Lucio will change his mind about Rey because he made his
plot on his farm.

DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT

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Telephone No: (047) 2224008/(047)3071702
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 PRETEST – GRADE 7

NAME:
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Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions that follow.
The Miracle of Hope and Prayers

Everyone knew it was Aling Aning's last year of life on earth except
Aling Aning herself. She had cancer of the intestine and doctors refused
to operate on her. Operation at this stage would be useless," they all
said. "It would only shorten her life." They pronounced her a "hopeless
case." "No one lives through cancer," so they said. Her family, relatives,
friends, and neighbors knew about her case, and they were one in not
telling Aling Aning about what the doctors said to save her from agony.
But she knew that she was very sick, and she believed she could live
through it. Everyone was extra kind to her. Everyone wanted to do
something for her, serve her, and make her happy. Aling Aning sensed
this extra kindness, extra care, and she didn't ask why. She enjoyed
those moments and she felt contented.
Aling Aning responded by being extra kind to everyone, too. She
wanted to serve others and grasped every opportunity to help others.
She, too, tried to make others happy. In this way, her life became an
exceedingly happy one. She didn't talk much, but she prayed a lot. "If
the doctors can't or won't cure me, then I'll have to rely on God alone.
God won't fail me," she mussed. She hoped, prayed, and prayed. "I'll live
an ever-useful life, dear Jesus," she prayed. "I'll live a life worth living,
helping others, doing my best to make this world a better place to live
in," she promised.
Today, Aling Aning is the same quiet woman, with a ready smile on
her lips and an ever-willing hand to help. Twelve years after doctors
termed her life to only three years, when asked how she survived, she
always answered, "Never lose hope, pray, have faith in God, and live a
life worth living."

Questions
1. What does the story tell about Aling Aning?
a. She missed her family so much after recovering from a disease.
b. She felt well when her relatives visited her and gave her extra
care.
c. She was diagnosed with cancer and no doctors would operate on
her.
d. She found out that she suffers from a disease and is now being
isolated.
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SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

2. Why did the doctors refuse to operate on Aling Aning?

a. Doctors wanted to study further the case of Aling Aning.
b. Doctors believed that cancer is curable without operation.
c. Doctors found her health condition at the worst stage and
inoperable.
d. Doctors still believed that Aling Aning could live longer without
an operation.

3. Why did everyone want to make Aling Aning happy?

a. Because they believed that happiness prolongs life
b. Because making her happy lightens up her situation
c. Because they were concerned that Aling Aning could heal her
from cancer.
d. Because there was a feeling of happiness knowing they would
receive an inheritance from her

4. How did Aling Aning respond to the people around her?

a. She kept feeling aloof to them.
b. She responded by being extra kind to everyone.
c. She responded by giving them tokens of gratitude.
d. She savored every moment by traveling with them.

5. Aling Aning’s positivity could be the reason why she lived longer
despite her illness.
a. True c. Somehow
b. False d. Not mentioned in the text

DIVISION INITIATED READING ASSESSMENT

PRETEST – GRADE 10

NAME:
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Directions: Read the text carefully then answer the questions that follow.
NOT THE END OF THE WORLD

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 When news about a man having been run over by a train was
flashed, the police officer on late-night patrol thought after seeing the
crumpled body, "Doctors can not save this man, and even if he survives,
what then?"
The man was motionless, his legs were severed far above the
knees. Soon the sound of an ambulance could be heard.
After a week, the man named Levy had a hazy memory of the
traumatic happening. He remembered having swung into the slow-
moving train and fell between the cars.
Levy's friends and relatives showered him with love, care, and
concern. Doctors spoke of surgery that might end up with artificial
limbs. Knowing Levy as an independent man all his life, this medical
decision hammered a note of pride deep within him. After many years of
losing his legs, he said he did not want help from anybody. Speaking
with a resolute and powerful voice, he said he wanted to see what he
could do on his own- just God and him. He never doubted he was going
to be all right.
Since he was living alone, without a wife (because she deserted
him), and without children, he did not have to worry about dependents.
He was eligible for Social Security disability which he turned down. His
goal was to live a normal life.
Refusing a wheelchair, Levy's kind of traveling has been a source
of inspiration and happiness to people in his community. He travels on
an 18-inch homemade cart that sits about five inches off the ground.
With one wheel on the front and two on the rear, the contraption is put
into motion by two semicircular wooden and rubber "walking blocks"
powered by the strong muscles of Levy's arms. He sits straight, tightly
buckled into his cart.
He makes his rounds through the streets, waves at people, and
chats with them about any topic under the sun.
If Levy senses any pity coming his way, he is quick to say, "I am a
lot better off than most people who feel sorry for me." I just wish they
would look at me and try to understand what is in my heart, what makes
me go. I think that is why God kept me around."
What is in Levy's heart? Courage, faith, and willpower. All these
are in everybody's heart, but some people do not ever find them in
themselves; they spend their time worrying about what they do not
have or complaining.
He shows the importance of not giving up. He also shows us all
that we can and must take control of our lives, no matter what happens
to us.
It is nice to reflect on those values inspired by Levy. He made a
courageous decision when he declared he would do things his way alone
with God's help. Against all worldly odds, he has prevailed and shown
others something about himself. Most importantly, he has shown them
something noble about themselves.
Questions
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SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBALES

1. What happened to Levy in the story?

a. He was found dead.
b. He was run over by a train.
c. He was interviewed on television.
d. He was left alone by his children.
2. How do people around Levy respond to his incident?
a. Levy was gravely pitied and was left the care of strangers.
b. Levy was given treatment by the best doctors in the country.
c. Levy's friends and relatives showered him with love, care, and
concern.
d. Levy was interviewed on television and was provided with
enough care.
3. What is Levy’s goal in life?
a. To live a normal life.
b. To fight for love and justice.
c. To inspire people who are struggling.
d. To refuse all help relative to technology.
4. Which of the following characteristics mirrors this?
a. faithfulness c. intelligence
b. firmness d. willpower
5. Which of the following statements proved that Levy’s life testimony
can be a source of inspiration?
a. Levy refused all the help he could get and struggled on his own.
b. Levy was well-loved and cared for by all the people around him.
c. Levy used up all his savings and traveled alone after losing his
limbs.
d. Levy did not give up on living even after his wife left and he lost
his limbs.

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Telephone No: (047) 2224008/(047)3071702
Email Address: zambales@deped.gov.ph