Sample assessment task
Choose grammar competencies. Make sure to follow the rules of teaching grammar
Q1
Grade 7 EN7G-I-b-11: Observe correct
subject-verb agreement
Grade 8 EN8G-Ia-8: Use appropriate
cohesive devices in composing
an informative speech
Grade 9 EN9G-Ia-17: Use normal and
inverted word order in creative
writing
Grade 10 EN10G-Ia-27: Use reflexive
and intensive pronouns
Q2
EN7G-II-a-1: Use phrases,
clauses, and sentences
appropriately and
meaningfully
EN8G-IIa-9: Use appropriate
grammatical signals or
expressions suitable to each
pattern of idea development:
 general to particular
 claim and counterclaim
 problem solution
 cause-effect
 and others
EN9G-IIa19: Use adverbs in
narration.
EN10G-IIa-29: Observe
correct grammar in making
definitions
Q3
EN7G-III-a-1: Link sentences
using logical connectors that
signal chronological and
logical sequence and
summation
EN8RC-IIIa-10: Share ideas
using opinion-marking
signals
EN9G-IIIa-21: Use verbals.
EN10G-IIIa-31: Use pronouns
effectively
Q4
EN7G-IV-a-4: Use imperatives
and prepositions when giving
instructions
EN8G-IVb-13: Use active and
passive constructions in
journalistic contexts.
EN9G-IVa-22: Use active and
passive constructions
EN10G-IVa-32:
Observe the language of
research, campaigns, and
advocacies
 Sample assessment task
Grade 7 - English

Quarter 1
EN7G-I-b-11: Observe correct subject-verb agreement

Test I
Instructions: Construct 2 sentences with correct subject verb agreement for each rule we discussed. Underline the
subject and encircle the verb.

_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________.
_________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________.

Test II
Instructions: Write an essay all about yourself. Hobbies, leisure, etc. Include at least 5 subjects andat least 5 verbs.
Underline the subjects and encircle the verbs.

_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________.
 Quarter 2
EN7G-II-a-1: Use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately and meaningfully
Test I
Instruction: A 10-minute recall from what we had discussed earlier. On a ¼ sheet of paper, complete the
sentence below by filling the blanks with the correct answer to the following question.

1. A ________ refers to a combination of two or more words, that are related to one another and act as a single
unit but do not contain a subject-verb pairing. (Phrase)
2. _________used to identify any class of people, places or things. (Noun)
3. _________ are the form derived from a verb that functions as a noun and ends with – ing.(Gerund)
4. __________used before a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase to show direction, time, place, location, and
evenspatial relationships. (Prepositional Phrase)
5. Two parts of clause: ______ and ______.(Subject and predicate)
6. __________can stand on its own and has complete thought. (Independent clause)
7. __________cannot stand on its own and makes no sense at all. (Dependent clause)
8. __________ has two or more simple sentences joined by a conjunction or mark of punctuation. (Compound
Sentence)
9. A compound-complex sentence has at least two ________ and at least one dependent clause. (Independent
clause)
10. A __________ only contains one independent clause. (Simple sentence)

Test II
Instruction: Create a short story using the 4 structures of sentence-simple, compound, complex and
compound-complex sentence. Make it as creative as you can and present it in front of the class tomorrow.
 Quarter 3
EN7G-III-a-1: Link sentences using logical connectors that signal chronological and logical sequence and
summation
Test I
Performance Based-Assessment: You invited the school doctor to talk to the Grade Seven Students about the
harmful effects of cigarette smoking. Make a list of questions you would like to ask.

Goal - Write short interview questions you would like to ask to the school
doctor regarding the harmful effects of cigarette smoking.
Role - You are a journalist for your school paper.
Audience - The editor and the member of the school community who will read
your work.
Situation - You invited the school doctor to talk to the Grade 7 students about
the harmful effects of cigarette smoking.
Product - A transcript of the interview you conducted.
Standards - Your work will be rated according to the criteria stated in the rubric.

Criteria Excellent Interview Average Interview Interview needs

Content (10 points) (10 points) Has seven or ore
interview questions. Uses at least
five types of wh-question
Mechanics (5 points) (5 points) has no mistakes with the
use of punctuation mark,
capitalization, and spelling
(6 points) Has five or more
interview questions. Uses three to
four types of wh-question
(3 points) has one to three mistakes
with the use of punctuation mark,
capitalization, and spelling
Improvement
(2 points) has less that three
interview questions. Uses less than
two types of wh-question
(1 point) has more than three
mistakes with the use of
punctuation mark, capitalization
and spelling
 Quarter 4
EN7G-IV-a-4: Use imperatives and prepositions when giving instructions

Test I

Put the students in groups. Tell them that you will show them some drawings. They have to look
at each of the pictures and do two things:

1 ) write a command, warning, direction or instruction using imperatives, and

2) write a sentence using a preposition.

 Sample assessment task
Grade 8 - English

Quarter 1
EN8G-Ia-8: Use appropriate cohesive devices in composing an informative speech

Assessment Task
Read each sentence carefully and choose the correct cohesive device in the parenthesis. White the correct answer in
your answer sheet.
1. Luisa had been studying for hours. ______, she got all the correct answers in the quiz. (As a result, On the other
hand, Above all)
2. The idea of Alvin was innovative and exceptional ______ the other suggestion provided. (therefore, unlike,
however)
3. Diet and exercise will help you lose weight. ______, it is good for your health. (Therefore, For instance,
Nonetheless)
4. Mark was sad ______his team lost the dance competition. (meanwhile, because, however)
5. My sister has a lot of hobbies ______ painting, dancing, singing, and writing. (in addition, such as, to sum up)
6. I visited the library to borrow some books needed in my research. ______,I went to the canteen to buy some
snacks. (Afterwards, Although, As well as)
7. Our teacher is presenting the lesson. ______, our classmates are listening attentively. (Meanwhile, Otherwise,
However)
8. Most of the guest in the party were ______ dressed. (otherwise, similarly, finally)
9. My brother was feeling very tired. ______, he still went to work early, (However, In short, Before)
10. Karen enjoys paying the piano, ______, she composes her own songs. (To sum up, In addition, In contrast)
 Quarter 2
EN8G-IIa-9: Use appropriate grammatical signals or expressions suitable to each pattern of idea
development:
 general to particular
 claim and counterclaim
 problem solution
 cause-effect
 and others
Assessment Task
Directions: Below is a list of grammatical signal that are commonly used by writers. Classify these grammatical signals
according to their category of idea development. Copy the table and write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

One of a kind That is why Also For instance On one hand I urge
Consequently First solution One way Such as Leads to Amazing
However Admittedly As a result Some people It is experience
On the other For example Specifically say recommended because
hand Join now As a solution Come along, On order to

General-specific Claim- Problem-solution Cause-and-effect persuasion

counterclaim
 Quarter 3
EN8RC-IIIa-10: Share ideas using opinion marking signals

Assessment Task
Directions: Identify the statement/s that express an opinion. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1.
A. Experts say that wearing mask reduces the chance of getting transmitted
by the virus.
B. For me, staying at home is the best way not to be infected.
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B
2.
A. I believed that cleaning the house is a great exercise for the body.
B. I prefer to watch documentaries than dramas.
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B
3.
A. Christmas is the best holiday.
B. Christmas is celebrated in December.
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B
4.
A. He is the sixth child of the family.
B. He lost his parent when he was still a child.
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B
5.
A. A mango is a fruit-bearing tree.
B. An unripe mango with bagoong is my favorite food.
C. Both A and B
D. Neither A nor B
 Quarter 4
EN8G-IVb-13: Use active and passive constructions in journalistic contexts.

Assessment Task
The teacher will divide the class into three groups and will do a specific task. The
teacher will assigned each group their task. Each group will been 7 minutes for their
presentation of their work.
Group 1.
Make a short story. Use active and passive voice in the story
Group 2.
Create a short skit/ conversation. Use active and passive voice in the presentation.
Group 3.
Make a short song using the passive and active voice.

Rubrics:
5- Shows cooperation to do the task, each member participate actively in making the
presentation of the group.
4- Shows cooperation to the task, but few members participate actively in making the
presentation the group
3- Members participate actively in making the presentation but late.
2- Able to finish activity but doesn’t participate in the presentation.
1- Has no interest in participating and cooperating in order to finish the activity
 Sample assessment task
Grade 9 - English

Quarter 1
EN9G-Ia-17: Use normal and inverted word order in creative writing

Assessment Task
Rearrange the word order of the following statements to make correct sentences. Do this activity on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. aware of/ during/ people/ their safety / became/ the pandemic

2. is/ here/ my project
3. ran down/ the little boy/ the street
4. in the first row/ smiling / sat / the student
5. so many people/ face masks/ wearing/ have I seen/ never

Choose the correct form of the verb inside the parentheses to complete the following inverted sentences. Then, write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

2. On top of the suitcase_ my tennis shoes.( is, are )

3. At the end of the dusty road _two old water pumps.( stand, stands )
4. There_ no clues to tell who the robberies. ( is, are )
5. Across the front windows_ a yellow ribbon.( sketch, sketches )
6. Here my old dancing shoes. ( is, are )
 Quarter 2
EN9G-IIa19: Use adverbs in narration.

Assessment Task

Direction: Use correct adverb in each sentence by forming the word inside the
parenthesis. Underline twice the word it modifies or describes. Write your answers on
a ½ sheet of paper.
1. The children run (quick).
2. The kids are singing (harmony).
3. She loves him (tender).
4. Mother screams (angry).
5. Her husband sleeps (sound).
6. She eats food (hungry).
7. The students are taking the test (serious).
8. The girls dance (graceful).
9. She exercises (regular).
10. The child laughs (heavy)
 Quarter 3
EN9G-IIIa-21: Use verbals.
Multiple Choice ____ 5. Which of the following sentences is incorrect?
Directions: Read each statement carefully. Choose the letter of your A. The waiter dressed in a white jacket served the fish.
answer and write it on a B. The waiter served the fish dressed in a white jacket.
separate sheet of paper. C. The fish is served by the waiter dressed in a white jacket.
____ 1. Which of the following sentences contains a gerund that D. Dressed in a white jacket, the waiter served the fish.
functions as an object of the preposition? ____ 6. It really takes time to mend a _________ heart.
A. I love playing the guitar during my spare time. A. disappointing C. longing
B. Trees contribute to our comfort by giving us shade and fresh air. B. lonely D. broken
C. It is fun flying kites during summer. ____ 7. It is not only our potentials that are tapped when we study but
D. Her aim, joining the basketball league, came true. also our___________________.
What I Can Do A. inner thoughts C. patterned behavior
____ 2. How is the underlined phrase used in this sentence? B. hidden talents D. true characters
• Mother loves cooking than gardening. ____ 8. Since Matha’s mother has been working abroad for five years
A. Subject of the sentence C. Direct object now, she hopes ______________ her this summer.
B. Subjective complement D. Object of the preposition A. to see C. to hug
____ 3. Which of the following sentences contains infinitives used as an B. to be D. to bond
adjective? ____ 9. One of the biggest struggles of a student is
A. He does not want to come to school late. ________________.
B. She called to inform me about the meeting. A. losing a friend
C. We don't just live to be served but to also serve. B. holding on to his/her parents' high expectations
D. It is every student's responsibility to study well. C. being untrue to himself/herself
____ 4. My father was upset about his lost wallet. How is the underlined D. getting a low score on a quiz
word used in the sentence? ____ 10. He was called to explain his poor performance in class. How is
A. Noun C. Adverb the infinitive used in this sentence?
B. Adjective D. Verb A. Noun C. Adverb
B. Adjective D. Verb
 Quarter 4
EN9G-IVa-22: Use active and passive construction

Assessment Task
Test I: Change the sentences into the passive
construction.
1. The students performed an experiment.
2. Mother gives food to our poor neighbors.
3. Marlene and Naomi sell beautiful gowns.
4. My parents will buy a brand new television.
5. The Grade 9 students will perform the play “Romeo
and Juliet.
Test II. Directions: Read each statement carefully. Write AV if the sentence is in the active voice and PV if it is in the passive
voice.
_____ 1. Manuel received a service award.
_____ 2. This route was taken by the motorists.
_____ 3. The dogs eat my food for lunch.
_____ 4. The chef will prepare a sumptuous meal.
_____ 5. Annie will pay the electric bill.
_____ 6. A big mansion was built by Engr. Reyes.
_____ 7. The plumber repaired the broken faucet.
_____ 8. Broken cars were brought to the shop.
_____ 9. The earthquake destroyed the big buildings.
_____ 10. A monthly pension of P10,000 is received by Lola Nena.
 Sample assessment task
Grade 10 - English

Quarter 1
EN10G-Ia-27: Use reflexive and intensive pronouns

Assessment task
Reflexive or intensive? Write “O” if the pronoun is reflexive and “!” if the
pronoun is intensive.
1. Homer himself must have written The Iliad and The
Odyssey. (!)
2. The epic hero cannot win by himself. (O)
3. The gods and goddesses themselves decided to refrain from
helping the mortals. (!)
4. Achilles himself was a favorite of Zeus. (!)
5. Thetis assured herself that her son is now invulnerable. (O)
6. The wall of the city itself is impenetrable. (!)
7. The Trojans built themselves a wall. (O)
8. Poseidon himself helped build the wall. (!)
9. He proclaimed himself king. (O)
10. He convinced himself that everything was a test of his
perseverance and loyalty.
 Quarter 2
EN10G-IIa-29: Observe correct grammar in making definitions

Directions: Study the sentences below. simplify the definition following the guidelines. An example is
provided.
1. A conference is a meeting of two or more persons for discussing matters of common concern and, it is
usually a formal interchange of views just like consultation. It is caucus.
_____________________________________________________________________________
________
2. Monarchy is a nation or state governed in the city of Saudi Arabia and Britain; it is monarchial
government, and an undivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person.
_____________________________________________________________________________
________
3. Intrinsic means belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing that is originating or due to
causes within a body, organ, or part to include the disease.
_____________________________________________________________________________
________
4. To heed is like what my brother always asks for. He wants to be noticed and pay him attention.
_____________________________________________________________________________
________
5. A plateau is a level of attainment or achievement in life just like a person who reached his or her
dreams on life. . It is a relatively stable level, period, or condition. It may also refer to a usually extensive
land area having a relatively level surface raised sharply above adjacent land on at least one side.
_____________________________________________________________________________
________
 Quarter 3
EN10G-IIIa-31: Use pronouns effectively

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your

answer on a separate sheet.

__________ 1. It is a word used to stand for (or take place of) ___________ 6. Marielle is saving __________ chocolates
a noun. for a power outage.
A. pronoun C. agreement A. his C. their
B. antecedent D. subject B. her D. its
__________ 2. It is a word for which the pronoun stands. ___________ 7. Many a story gives ___________ lifelong
A. pronoun C. agreement lesson to people.
B. antecedent D. subject A. their C. her
___________ 3. When the object of the preposition is B. its D. it
uncountable, use a ___________ ___________ 8. The troop members run toward
referent pronoun. __________ enemies.
A. singular C. subject A. their C. his
B. plural D. object B. its D. it
___________ 4. The Philippines is proud of __________ ___________ 9. Neither the chickens nor the duck created
natural resources. _________ sound.
A. it C. their A. their C. his
B. its D. they B. its D. it
___________ 5. The Garcias have boarded up__________ ___________ 10. Each of the utensils has _________ use.
rooftop against the tsunami. A. their C. his
A. his C. their B. its D. it
B. her D. theirs
 Quarter 4
EN10G-IVa-32: Observe the language of research, campaigns, and advocacies

Multiple Choice ______4. What type of advocacy is the example

Directions: Read each item carefully. Choose the above?
letter of the best answer and write A. media advocacy C. self- advocacy
it on the space provided before each number. B. health advocacy D. mass advocacy
______1. Which is defined as any series of actions ______5. Which type of campaign includes a project
or events that are meant to intended to mobilize public
achieve a particular result for an advocacy? support in order to instigate social change.
A. self-advocacy C. language A. civil society campaign C. advertising campaign
B. campaign D. persuasive techniques B. political campaign D. marketing campaign
______2. Which can be used to investigate an issue
then discuss findings and
propose solutions or options to address the issue?
A. advocacy C. research
B. campaign D. call for action
______3. What must be the purpose of the Love
Yourself Advocacy based on the
advocacy founder’s statement?
A. to provide support and stop the spread of HIV
B. to love and protect oneself in order to avoid HIV
C. to emphasize a negative approach towards HIV
awareness
D. to limit the people engaging in relationships to
impact HIV status