Second Periodical Test

English 9
A. Directions: Read the two passages given then answer the questions that follow. Shade the
letter of your answer on the answer sheet provided.

Passage 1.
Tabitha Turner had been to India before, but she had no memory of the language. She
often felt that India was in her blood. Tabitha's grandfather, James Turner I, was an officer in
the East India Company, and her father, James Turner II, was born in Surat, India. Even her
mother, Beatrice, was born to a British family living in Bengal. James Turner II had returned to
India to establish a soft drink company and had brought his family to live there for a few years.
The company had failed miserably as India had changed tremendously after the Independence.
"Why don't I remember a single word, Mother?" Tabitha often asked her mother for an
easy explanation for complicated things like that. She knew that she had spent her infant years
listening to Hindi lullabies from her Indian nanny. And she needed the language because she
was returning to India as a volunteer for the Peace Corps.
"Maybe you will remember when you get there," Beatrice, now a middle-aged woman,
replied. She had forgotten many Hindi words herself. In her memory, India had transformed. It
was no longer the exotic land she had read and heard about. She had known the real India.
Beatrice held her young daughter's hands and slowly spoke, "You just have to remember what
you see is more real than what you have been told."

Passage 2
The Indus Valley civilization, one of the world's oldest, flourished during the 3rd and 2nd
millennia B.C. and extended into northwestern India. Aryan tribes from the northwest infiltrated
the Indian subcontinent about 1500 B.C.; their merger with the earlier Dravidian inhabitants
created the classical Indian culture. The Maurya Empire of the 4th and 3rd centuries B.C. -
which reached its zenith under ASHOKA - united much of South Asia. The Golden Age ushered
in by the Gupta dynasty (4th to 6th centuries A.D.) saw a flowering of Indian science, art, and
culture. Islam spread across the subcontinent over a period of 700 years. In the 10th and 11th
centuries, Turks and Afghans invaded India and established the Delhi Sultanate. In the early
16th century, the Emperor BABUR established the Mughal Dynasty which ruled India for more
than three centuries. European explorers began establishing footholds in India during the 16th
century. By the 19th century, Great Britain had become the dominant political power on the
subcontinent. The British Indian Army played a vital role in both World Wars. Years of
nonviolent resistance to British rule, led by Mohandas GANDHI and Jawaharlal NEHRU,
eventually resulted in Indian independence, which was granted in 1947. Large-scale communal
violence took place before and after the subcontinent partition into two separate states - India
and Pakistan. The neighboring nations have fought three wars since independence, the last of
which was in 1971 and resulted in East Pakistan becoming the separate nation of Bangladesh.
India's nuclear weapons tests in 1998 emboldened Pakistan to conduct its own tests that same
year. In November 2008, terrorists originating from Pakistan conducted a series of coordinated
attacks in Mumbai, India's financial capital. Despite pressing problems such as significant
overpopulation, environmental degradation, extensive poverty, and widespread corruption,
economic growth following the launch of economic reforms in 1991 and a massive youthful
population are driving India's emergence as a regional and global power.

1. In this story, what does the author encourage the British to overcome?
A. the reluctance to learn Indian music
B. a desire to speak the Indian language
C. their confusions about the history of India
D. their pre-established ideas about India
2. According to the passage, what language do they speak in India?
 A. Indian B. English C. Hindi D. French
3. Based on the passage, you can infer that India gained its independence from...
A. The Americans B. The French C. The British D. A negative ruler
4. Which sentence from passage 2 shows India as the exotic nation Tabitha remembers in passage 1?
A. European explorers began establishing footholds in India during the 16th century.
B. The Indus Valley civilization, one of the world's oldest, flourished during the 3rd and
2nd millennia B.C. and extended into northwestern India.
C. Years of nonviolent resistance to British rule, led by Mohandas GANDHI and
Jawaharlal NEHRU, eventually resulted in Indian independence, which was granted in
1947.
D. Aryan tribes from the northwest infiltrated the Indian subcontinent about 1500 B.C.;
their merger with the earlier Dravidian inhabitants created the classical Indian culture.
5. Passage 1 says that India changed after its independence. Which line from Passage 2 most
supports that?
A. The neighboring nations have fought three wars since independence, the last of which
was in 1971 and resulted in East Pakistan becoming the separate nation of Bangladesh.
B. Years of nonviolent resistance to British rule, led by Mohandas GANDHI and
Jawaharlal NEHRU, eventually resulted in Indian independence, which was granted in 1947.
C. Despite pressing problems such as significant overpopulation, environmental
degradation, extensive poverty, and widespread corruption, economic growth following the
launch of economic reforms in 1991 and a massive youthful population are driving India's
emergence as a regional and global power.
D. The British Indian Army played a vital role in both World Wars.
6. Which sentence from Passage 2 best supports the final sentence from Passage 2, "You just
have to remember what you see is more real than what you have been told"?
A. The Golden Age ushered in by the Gupta dynasty (4th to 6th centuries A.D.) saw a
flowering of Indian science, art, and culture.
B. Despite pressing problems such as significant overpopulation, environmental
degradation, extensive poverty, and widespread corruption, economic growth following the
launch of economic reforms in 1991 and a massive youthful population are driving India's
emergence as a regional and global power.
C. ears of nonviolent resistance to British rule, led by Mohandas GANDHI and Jawaharlal
NEHRU, eventually resulted in Indian independence, which was granted in 1947.
D. The neighboring nations have fought three wars since independence, the last of which
was in 1971 and resulted in East Pakistan becoming the separate nation of Bangladesh.
FOR ITEMS 7-9
It flutters by, colorful wings flapping up and down gracefully on the summer breeze. If you
take a closer look, you might wonder if it is a moth or a butterfly passing by. If you are not sure,
do not worry because many people have the exact same struggle. The two insects are quite
similar, but once you have learned the differences, you will most likely be able to identify each
type at a glance.
Both moths and butterflies are covered in soft, hair-like scales, have two sets of delicate,
patterned wings, and start their lives as caterpillars that later transform inside cocoons. The
biggest difference between the two is found in their antenna. While a butterfly's antennae are
long, and shaped like clubs, moths' antennae have rough or jagged edges like feathers or saws.
Between the two insects, butterflies are typically larger and far more colorful. Although
moths have beautiful patterns on their wings, they tend to be in muted shades of gray and
brown, as opposed to the bright and vibrant oranges, blues, reds, and greens of butterflies.
Perhaps the biggest clue as to whether you are seeing a moth or butterfly is the time of
day you spot it. Butterflies prefer to fly around in the bright sunshine, while moths certainly
favor the dark night hours.
7. What do butterflies have that moth do not?
A. Bright colors C. Patterned wings
B. Soft scales D. Feathered antenna
8. What is the primary difference between moths and butterflies?
A. Moths have two set of wings. C. Moths begin life as a caterpillar
B. Moths tend to only fly at night. D. Moths have club-shaped antenna
9. What factor do moths and butterflies have in common?
A. Both have feathered antennae.
B. Both have bright, colorful wings.
C. Both have the same schedule for flying and sleeping.
D. Both have a coating of soft scales like tiny hair.
B. DIRECTIONS: Identify the connections made in each statement. Shade the letter of your
answer on the answer sheet provided.
10. What type of connection is this: “I read a book about how grocery stores get their food. It
reminded me of the grocery trucks that drive by on the highway every day.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
11. What type of connection is this: “I read a book about what life was like before electricity. It
reminded me of the time I went camping at the top of a mountain that had no electricity.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
12. What type of connection is this: “I read a nonfiction book about how to get better at
basketball. It reminded me of last summer when I attended a summer basketball clinic to improve
my skills.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
13. What kind of connection is this text: “I read a magazine about the new airport the government
is planning to build. It reminded me of how small our local airport is.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
14. What kind of connection is this: “I read a book about how eggs are produced. It reminded me
of my visit last summer to my uncle’s poultry farm.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
15. What type of connection is this: “I read a story about a boy who loved to eat cheese for
breakfast. It reminded me of the time I missed the pandesal vendor one morning, my mom made
me ate cheese for breakfast.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
16. What type of connection is this: “I read an article about a woman who became successful
because of her Ukay ukay business online. It reminded me of my friend who is into ukay ukay
business as well.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media

17. What type of connection is this: “I read a book about the best sports for kids. it reminded me
that I had basketball practice with my friend that afternoon.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
18. What type of connection is this: “I read a story about how people talk without speaking, and it
reminded me of school where sign language is taught.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
19. What type of connection is this: “I read a book chapter about a girl who worked in a factory in
New York. It reminded me of an article that I read in school about child labor laws.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
20. What type of connection is this: “I read an article about how to throw a basketball. It
reminded me of the time I shoot the ball during the championship game and captured the victory
for my team.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
21 What type of connection is this: “I read a story about a boy who visited a magical land with
witches and wizards. It reminded me of my favorite book entitled Harry Potter.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
22. What type of connection is this: “I read a story about a woman who was afraid of black cats.
It remined me of all the black cats left behind in animal shelters.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
23. What type of connection is this: “I read the nutrition label on the back of my frozen pizza. It
reminded me of an article I read about how make healthy food choices.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
24. What type of connection is this: “I read a review of my favorite book. It reminded me that not
everyone has the same taste in books.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
25. When a student is reading a book and says “This makes me think about the President of the
Philippines” He is making a __________ connection.
A. text to self B. text to text C. text to world D. text to media
C. DIRECTIONS: Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
The questions below refer to the selection “The Cask of Amontillado.”
26. According to Montresor, he decides to seek revenge against Fortunato because Fortunato
_____
A. attacked him with his fists C. insulted him
B. injured him more than a thousand times D. stole some valuable wine from him
27. According to Montresor, revenge would not be successful if he were_______________
A. punished for taking his revenge C. recognized by his victim
B. not punished for taking his revenge D compelled to murder
28. The story takes place in_________________________
A. Amontillado during Carnival time C. America during Carnival time
B. the present right after Christmas D. Italy during Carnival time
29. Fortunato’s weak point is his______________________
A. habit of dressing in silly costumes C. jealousy of Luchesi
B. pride about his knowledge of fine wines D. poor sense of direction
30. Which evidence best supports the claim that Montresor is insane?
A. He wears a strange costume.
B. Thoughts of Fortunato’s death make him smile.
C. He pays full price for a cask of wine.
D. He does not ask Luchesi to test the wine.
31. Which of the following things does Montresor do?
A. Explain how Fortunato has insulted him
B. Let Fortunato know how upset he is with him
C. Never let the readers know how Fortunato has insulted him
D. Be rude to Fortunato from the very beginning of the story
32. Dramatic irony occurs when_____________________________________
A. the reader knows that Montresor plans revenge, but Fortunato does not know
B. Fortunato dresses as a jester
C. the narrator urges Fortunato to try the wine
D. the crime is committed in the crypt
33. Montresor kills Fortunato by __________________________
A. walling him up C. poisoning him
B. stabbing him D. beating him to death with iron rods
34. Based on Montresor’s actions throughout the story, the reader can conclude that he is
_____________
A. rational and open-minded C. good-natured and sociable
B. patient and forgiving D. treacherous and unbalanced

D. DIRECTIONS: Read the given selection then answer the given question after. Shade the letter
corresponding your answer on the provided answer sheet.
The Road Not Taken
BY ROBERT FROST

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,

And sorry I could not travel both
 And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;

Then took the other, as just as fair,

And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,

And both that morning equally lay

In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.

35. Who is the character in the poem?

A.The traveler B. The Author C. The writer D. The reader
36. Which road did the traveler take?
A. The one less traveled by C. The one which bent in the undergrowth
B. The fair one D. The paved one
37. At the beginning of the poem, what decision does the speaker face?
A. Which road to take C. where to eat lunch
B. Whether to go forward or turn back D. whether to keep walking or stop and rest
38. What do the following lines mean?
“And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler,
A. The speaker thinks both paths are equally good
B. The speaker is only one person and cannot go down two roads at the same time
C. The speaker would rather travel with someone, so they could each explore a path
D. The speaker regrets not taking the other road at the start
39. What does the two roads represent?
A. People who affect our lives
B. The beginnings of new phases in life
C. Paths that are hidden in secret
D. Important decisions we make in life

40. At the third stanza that traveler says that __________________________________

A. He will be able to return and take the first road
B. He is uncertain if he will be able to return and take the first road
C. He knows that he won’t be able to return and take the first road
D. He doesn’t want to return and take the first road
41. The decision the traveler makes _______________________.
A. Will have no effects on his future life
B. Will affect only int the near future
C. Will affect his future life
D. Has only negative implications
42. The author use the image of two diverging roads to symbolize ___________________
A. Sorrow and regret C. life’s choices
B. The love of nature D. the spirit of independence
43. Based on the information in the poem, why might the second road have “wanted wear” and been
“grassy”?
A. Because the second road was close to a stream that ran through the woods
B. Because few people had taken the second road
C. Because the second road got a lot of sunlight
 D. Because the second road is dark.

E DIRECTIONS: Read each given statement. Then complete the statement or answer the questions given.
Shade the letter corresponding your answer on the answer sheet provided.

44.There are many things or factors to consider or take into account when it comes to making our
decisions or understanding what is happening around us. This makes the world ____.
A. volatile B. complex C. uncertain D. ambiguous
45. The values we have may come from the following EXCEPT for ____.
A. from our parents through genetics C. subjects that we study in school
B. from what our elders taught us D. materials/literature we read
46. Changes can possibly happen anytime so the future is unpredictable. This makes the world _____.
A. complex B. uncertain C. volatile D. ambiguous
47. Changes happen quickly in this world that what could be normal one minute may be chaotic in a
second. This makes the world _____.
A. complex B. uncertain C. ambiguous D. volatile
48. It is unclear sometimes why something happens in this world that it becomes hard for us to interpret
and understand what is happening around us. This makes the world _____.
A. complex B. uncertain C. ambiguous D. volatile
49. Which of the following was NOT one of the persons who coined the term VUCA?
A. Burt Nanus B. Thomas Malory C. Warren Bennis
50. We do not know where the COVID19 virus exactly originated from. This shows how the world can be
_____.
A. complex B. ambiguous C. volatile D. uncertain
51. In an instant we were all placed under lockdown because of the pandemic. This shows that the world
can be _____.
A. complex B. ambiguous C. volatile D. uncertain
52. What unchanging value can be taught in your Mathematics class when you solve long word problems?
A. patience B. compassion C. empathy D. nationalism
53. In the face of the "new normal", which of the following is NOT an example of unchanging
values that we should have?
A. negativity B. courage C. optimism D. faith in God
54. When something is uncertain, we must respond with ______.
A. understanding B. vision C. clarity D. agility
55. We live in a rapid-changing world. It means that we live in a/an____________ world.
A. complex B. uncertain C. ambiguous D. volatile
56. It is very difficult to anticipate what will happen to the world nowadays. It means that we live
in a/an ____________ world.
A. ambiguous B. complex C. volatile D. uncertain
57. Because our world nowadays has different layers intermingled, itis impossible to get an
overview of how things are related. It means that we live in a/an ____________ world.
A. uncertain B. ambiguous C. volatile D. complex
58. In today’s world, it’s rare for things to be completely clear or precisely determinable. It means
that we live in a/an ____________world.
A. complex B. uncertain C. ambiguous D. volatile
59. Jose failed his three subjects this quarter. What would be your best advice for him?
A. The questions are very difficult, we should tell this to the principal.
B. It's a very fast-changing world. You need to adopt the new normal.
C. I know that it was a very complicated and difficult experience, but no one knows;
maybe you can be successful next time.
60. One of the following is an example of a Volatile world.
A. Earthquake C. Disorganized Education System
B. Price Hike D. Pandemic

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KATHRINA J. BONODE ROWENA M. LOTO
Subject Teacher Principal