1st Periodical Test Grade-8 English
1st Periodical Test Grade-8 English
1st Periodical Test Grade-8 English
GRADE 8 ENGLISH
Name:______________________________Grade&Section:_____________
School:__________________________________________________
Teacher:_____________________________Date:__________
Direction: Identity what kind of context clue is being asked and described in the
following.
1. It is a type of context clue that provides the synonyms of words to provide the
meaning of an unfamiliar word or words.
2. This type of context clue explains the reason and the result of an event or action.
3. What type of context clue that provides the meaning of unfamiliar words that can
be inferred or guessed from the description of the situation?
14. Reicon’s parents admonished him for breaking their antique collection.
A. noticed B. scolded C. advised D. silenced
15. I am an advocate of the anti-corruption movement in the country.
A. preventer B. primer C. speaker D. supporter
16. The palace was extremely ornate. There were magnificent pillars towering uphill.
Hallways are filled with red carpets from the entrance up to the very end of each
corridor. There were lots of furniture and extremely expensive sculptures. It was also
filled with expensive paintings by famous painters across the globe. It was
surrounded by gardens with various flora species.
A. glossy B. decorative C. overdone D. proud
17. The organization is exclusive to the city’s elite. One cannot be accepted as a
member if you do not own a multi-million company. Uncle Mars is a member of that
organization. He owns one of the known food companies in the country. He also
owns various hotel brands located in key cities abroad. I am also proud of him as he
spends a lot of money to support various charitable works in the province.
A. rich B. grand C. proud D. humble
18. Raymond’s father was suffering from an unknown illness since last year. Due to
his father’s condition, his family decided to bring his father in one of the finest
hospitals to perform all the necessary tests. It was found out that his father has a
tumor. The doctors performed a biopsy on the said tumor. Gladly, the results came
out declaring that it was benign.
A. gentle B. good C. harmless D. absent
19. Despite the existence of the anti-terror law, famous writers and other private
movements openly criticized the government. It was an audacious move.
Surprisingly, the government accepted their criticisms pointing out that the right to
responsible expression of oneself is one of the basic rights of all citizens.
A. brave B. dangerous C. adventurous D. sarcastic
20. Faye expresses compunction for not accepting the offer of Leo to be his bride. She
and Leo are currently trying to reconcile their differences and giving each other a
second try. She still hopes that everything will be fine very soon.
A. sympathy B. conscience C. pain D. regret
III. GRAMMAR AWARENESS (21-30)
Directions: Choose the modals that best complete each statement.
21. There are a lot of distractions coming from passing vehicles. _____ Lena close
the door?
A. must B. Could C. Would D. Can
22. Caren _____ start investing now if she wants to retire soon.
A. can B. may C. would D. have to
23. Stanley _____ come to the session but his presence would lighten the mood if
he’s there.
A. couldn’t B. Can’t C. Mustn’t D. doesn’t have to
24. Serena can’t get a connection on her gadget. _____ she borrows yours?
A. have to B. may C. can D. Would
25. It’s a controlled room. Unauthorized persons _____ come inside.
A. don’t have to B. can’t C. wouldn’t D. couldn’t
26. Jayson _____ be at the airport at least two hours before his flight.
A. has to B. can C. may D. would
27. The invitation says that you _____ only bring two guests with you to the
wedding.
A. have to B. can C. may D. could
28. Ethan _____ stay overtime in the office today rather than going and working in
the office this weekend.
A. must B. have to C. could D. would
29. I believe I ____ finish these tasks before the deadline.
A. may B. would C. could D. have to
30. Considering the event’s formality, the winners _____ wear their formal attire for
the awarding.
A. could B. must C. can D. would