1st Periodical Test Grade-8 English

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1st PERIODICAL TEST (SY 2023 - 2024)

GRADE 8 ENGLISH

Name:______________________________Grade&Section:_____________
School:__________________________________________________
Teacher:_____________________________Date:__________

I. CONTEXT CLUES (1-20) MULTIPLE CHOICE

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.

A. Synonym B. Definition C. Antonym D. Explanation

2. This type of context clue explains the reason and the result of an event or action.

A. Antonym B. Cause-and-Effect C. Explanation D. Comparison

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?

A. Comparison B. Definition C. Inference D. Antonym

4. It is a type of context clue that presents similarities in meaning or contexts. Words


used are like, as, similar to, in the same way, likewise, resembling, too, and also.
A. Synonym B. Inference C. Antonym D. Comparison
5. It is a type of context clue that tells the opposite meaning of the difficult word. It
shows contrast.
A. Synonym B. Antonym C. Explanation D. Comparison
II- Directions: Use context clues in figuring out the meaning of each italicized
word.
6. The extremely dry weather sweltered the dried leaves in the backyard.
A. boiled B. burned C. roasted D. sun bathed
7. The Philippine government announced the need to review the tariff imposed on
imported products that have gradually taken over the local market.
A. cost B. rate C. price D. tax
8. Bernadette precariously climbed the highest mountain in the country.
A. severely B. gravely C. dangerously D. intensely
9. I used to visit Nami Island in South Korea to see the falling colorful dried foliage.
A. greenness B. vegetation C. herbage D. leafage
10. Two tickets were allotted to each student for the dance party to limit the number
of participants.
A. allotted B. budgeted C. shared D. admeasured
11. The mood was somber at the memorial of the fallen medical frontliners.
A. dark B. serious C. black D. depressive
12. Tagaytay City is known for its wonderful, picturesque view of the majestic Mount
Taal.
A. charming B. running C. ruined D. perhaps A or
C
13. The student was asked to clarify his answers for everyone to understand his point.
A. spell out B. resolve C. explain D. formulate

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

IV. TRANSITION SIGNALS (31-40)


Directions: Choose the transition signals that best complete each
statement
31. My mom refused the salesman’s offer. __________, she changed her mind and
went back to him the following day.
A. However B. While C. Even though D. On the other hand
32. The citizens refused to follow the community quarantine protocols.
__________, the COVID-19 cases in their city increased.
A. Moreover B. As a result C. Finally D. Therefore
33. The medical front liners were given complete sets of personal protective
equipment. __________,those who acquired the disease were given additional
financial incentives.
A. On the other hand B. Indeed C. In addition D. Specifically
34. Anthony is authoring a book. __________, he also acts as its editor and
publisher.
A. However B. Also C. In contrast D. Thus
35. The man was caught driving under the influence of alcohol. __________, he
was released after paying fines
A. However B. Therefore C. Thus D. Otherwise
36. The employees opposed the company’s retrenchment plan. __________, it was
recalled due to their strong opposition.
A. Furthermore B. Indeed C. Finally D. Consequently
37. Vietnam has won its battle against COVID-19 pandemic as it implemented strict
measures for its community quarantine. __________, Thailand is winning its
battle after using Vietnam’s strategic plans.
A. Thus B. Similarly C. Therefore D. Furthermore
38. The citizens strictly follow the community quarantine measures and other health
protocols, __________ lessening and decreasing the number of cases in the
locality.
A. otherwise B. even more C. accordingly D. thus
39. My house has a master’s bedroom, three guest rooms, a relaxing living room, and
a clean kitchen. __________, it also has a huge swimming pool and paradise-like
garden.
A. In addition, B. Consequently C. In contrast D. Similarly
40. “It’s okay if Alona did not qualify for the social amelioration grant.
__________, she is already rich,” said Allan.
A. Besides B. In short C. In addition D. Indeed
V. READING COMPREHENSION
Read the following passages carefully before you answer the questions that
follow. (For items 41-42) A. Why do parents usually get so angry?
Children frequently quarrel, make noise, ask questions or come around asking for
permission at exactly wrong time. Usually, parents get angry when their children
don’t follow their advice; when they suffer from health problems like severe
headaches or high blood pressure; or when mothers go through menopause. These
facts are realized by children only when they themselves become adults.

41. The main purpose of the paragraph is __________________.


A. to amuse B. to entertain C. to explain D. to inform
42. What is the implied opinion of the writer about parents’ anger to children?
A. against B. in favor C. neutral D. cannot be determined
(For items 43-50)
The governor was pleased at the wit of the youth and praised greatly, but he
demanded to know where he had obtained his wisdom. “Alas! Alas!” cried the
farmer, “the truth must be told!” He related his story with deep bows. The governor
listened and their meditated in silence. Finally, he lifted his head, Shinano needs
more than the strength of youth, he said gravely, “ah, that I should have forgotten
the well-known saying, “with the crown of snow”, there cometh wisdom!”. That
very hour the cruel law was abolished, and the custom drifted into as far as past
that only legends remain.
32. It can be inferred in the story that the aged mother was________.
A. kind B. honest C. industrious D. wise
43. What is the best paraphrase for this line? “With the crown of snow, there
cometh wisdom!”
A. The mountains are covered with snow.
B. The young and strong are candidates for becoming kings.
C. Wisdom is a virtue that comes only from young people.
D. Wit and intelligence can also be found amongst old people.

44. What value is underscored in the selection?


A. Great love of a son to his mother.
B. Greatness of the king for lifting the cruel law.
C. Great intelligence of a farmer in solving problems.
D. Great love of a mother to her son and a son to his mother.
45. What opinion may be formed based on the passage?
A. The governor lifted the law.
B. The governor asked where the man got his wisdom.
C. The governor was delighted by what the farmer did.
D. The people of Shinano lived happily for the rest of their lives.
46. The Japanese tea ceremony is a tradition that promotes _________________.
A. emotional and physical health B. emotional and spiritual health
C. physical and emotional health D. physical and spiritual health
47. In the sentence, “But your health insurance will cover only a portion of the cost
and won’t give you any of those funds ahead of time,” what is the function of the
transition word but
A. condition B. contrast C. emphasis D. illustration
48. “I managed to get the house tidy before my parents got home.” What is the signal
marker in this sentence?
A. before B. house C. manage D. tidy
49. Finally, the day when the last effort to cast the great bell was to be made. The
signal-marker in the sentence is _________________.
A. cast B. effort C. finally D. made
50. Could you open the door for me?
A. offer B. permission C. promise D. request

“Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do


and, at some point, you will.” God Bless!
Prepared by: Approved by”
Benjamin G. Labong Jr. Josefina M. Laboc
Subject Teacher School Principal

Just believe in yourself. Even if


you don’t, pretend that you do
and, at some point,
you will.”
God Bless!

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