Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON

REGIONAL MID-YEAR ASSESSMENT

English 8

Name: ________________________________ Date: _______________________

Grade/Section: _________________________ Score: ______________________

Direction: Read each question carefully. Write the letter of the correct on your answer sheet.

1. Typically, trending dress designs become __________ within nine months.

A. avant-garde C. obsolete
B. discordant D. pristine

2. _______, Celeste Cortesi the Philippine pride should have won the recently concluded
Miss Universe pageant held in New Orleans.
A. I C. Should have
B. I think D. won

3. May you find happiness on your chosen career. ____!

A. Godspeed C. No
B. Impossible D. Yes

4. We Should keep ourselves healthy by always washing our hands, eating nutritious
food, taking vitamins, exercising regularly, and drinking plenty of water.
A. clean C. safe
B. fresh D. strong

5. Teachers are known for being loquacious. They love to talk about ideas.
A. communicative C. restrained
B. reserved D. silent

6. Serenity, a state of being calm, is one of the important traits that a person should
possess
A. anxiety C. imagination
B. confusion D. tranquility
 7. In private or public schools, Magalang bow is a conventional greeting between
teachers and students in exchange for the Filipino Handclasp.
A. common C. modern
B. conservative D. seasonal

8. They hit the hay after the party. The underlined expression means ___ .
A. cooked dinner C. slept early
B. change clothes D. roamed around the place

9. The athletes should wet the whistle every practice. The underlined expression
means______.
A. wear loose shirts C. focus
B. drink water D. avoid playing

10. They celebrated the event in high spirits. The underlined expression means______.
A. very spiritual C. very tired
B. very happy D. very worried

11. Which of the following is an example of a correct bibliography entry?

A. DESOLO, Christian. “Preventing COVID-19 in Your Household”. Philippine
Health Bureau, July 17,
2016.https://philhealthbureau.org/philippines/preventingcovid19-in-your
household
B. DESOLO, Christian. “Preventing COVID-19 in Your Household”. Philippine
Health Bureau, July 17, 2016.
https://philhealthbureau.org/philippines/preventingcovid19-in-your-household
C. DESOLO, Christian. “Preventing COVID-19 in Your Household”. Philippine
Health Bureau, July 17, 2016.
https://philhealthbureau.org/philippines/preventingcovid19-in-your- household
D. DESOLO, Christian. “Preventing COVID-19 in Your Household”. Philippine
Health Bureau,July 17, 2016.
https://philhealthbureau.org/philippines/preventingcovid19-in-your-household

12. What is not correct with the format of this sample annotated bibliography entry in
Chicago Manual of Style format?

Ferrer, Loisa. “Women in the Philippines: Inspiring and Empowered.” Filipina Society,
Accessed July 8, 2011. https://filipinasociety.org/philippines/women philippines-inspiring-
and-empowered

A. the proper indention C. the format of the date accessed

B. the proper punctuation D. the way the authors’ name
written
 13. Which of the following bibliography entries contains complete information about the
source?
A. Amparo, Elmer. The Government of Early Philippine Society. Lipad Publishing
Group.
B. Pamano, Alma, and Burdeos, Kris. “The Beautiful Islands of Dinagat.” One
Mindanao.
C. Yagong, Michelle and Pineda Afonso. “Festivals in the Philippines.”
D. Zapico, Leo. “First Filipino Bags Gold in Olympics.” National Press, Aug. 17,
2018

14. Alexa wanted to buy a car, therefore she started saving up her money. What type of
transition signal is the underlined word?
A. causative C. concession/condition
B. additive D. sequential

15. It is used to express opinions that are based on the emotions or feelings of a person.
A. maybe C. for me
B. I believe D. I love

16. It is used to express an uncertain opinion.

A. if I am not mistaken C. I hate
B. it seems D. from my point of view

17. "There are seven boys in this room”. How is seven used in the sentence?
A. adverb C. noun
B. adjective D. verb

18. Moncada, Tarlac is known for celebrating Kamote Festival every 2nd week of
February for the abundant harvest of sweet potatoes. ______ try it yourself.
A. if C. will
B. must D. you

19. Which of the following sentences expresses a strong obligation?

A. Students should attend online classes.
B. Senior citizens and children need to stay home.
C. The government has to convince the people to get vaccinated.
D. The people must get an anti-COVID-19 vaccine for protection from the virus.

20. The following are examples of negative statements EXCEPT for______.

A. Jethrick did not call me when he arrives home.
B. I am not flying to Palawan.
C. This isn't the way to Corazon C Aquino Senior High School.
D. Xian and Mira like to play online games.
 21. Moncada Public Market, requires a minimum health protocol as a policy of the local
government ______wearing of facemasks is encouraged.
A. because C. in Addition
B. for example D. in Fact

For numbers 22-26, pick the appropriate verbs from the word bank that complete the idea
expressed in the paragraph.
Depression: Not A Joke
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apparently may must ought to should

All of us (22) ____ feel a little sad and pessimistic (thinking negatively) sometimes.
However, if we feel these emotions all the time, it is not anymore a simple sadness. It is
already a sign of depression. Depression (23) ____ be taken seriously since it can lead to
suicide.
What (24) _____ we do if we see the above symptoms in our family? It is best that we help
them seek professional help. Medical professionals suggest that a depressed person (25)
____ see a psychiatrist. A psychiatrist is a doctor who treats and cures illnesses of the mind.
We, as family members, can also help. We (26) ____ spend time talking to them, letting
them feel that we are there to support them. In this way, they will feel that they are not
alone.

27. Ibarra works abroad, but he promised Maria Clara ___________to return home before
their wedding day.
A. can C. may
B. cannot D. will

28. Carnivores or flesh eaters are animals that eat other animals ______, omnivores are
animals that eat whatever they can find.
A. besides C. since
B. instead D. on the other hand

29. A strong typhoon Paeng hit the central part of the country _______, many houses and
trees lay in complete ruins.
A. as a result C. besides
B. because D. however

30. You'll never know________ you try it.

A. and C. or
B. but D. unless
 31. Moncadenians from the northern part of the Province of Tarlac harvested and
contributed a large chunk of onions in the agricultural industry _____________ to the
other planters in the country.
A. compare C. fact
B. contrast D. opinion

32. The following are phrases used to disagree with an opinion, EXCEPT for______.
A. I don't agree with you ...
B. I am not so sure about that ....
C. Yes, but don't you think...
D. You're absolutely right...

33. It shows the logical relationships between the various parts of an essay as well as
between sentences and paragraphs.
A. clues C. conjunction
B. cohesive device D. signals

34. Which of the following statement best describes chronology?

A. I ate tons of junk food, so now I feel sick.
B. He must have got stopped at the border crossing; otherwise, he would have
arrived by now.
C. I can compare and contrast the earthquake which hit the Philippines in July 1991
with that in Turkey this year.
D. The Division Press Conference will be later this week. Afterward, we are hoping
that all winning participants will be able to compete with confidence and elevated
spirit in the Regional Press Conference.

35. I prefer studying in the library. It is always ______.

A. gentle C. quiet
B. loud D. rowdy

36. Alexa reacted________ to the news. I have never seen her so upset.
A. boldly C. calmly
B. brightly D. violently

37. Which of the following sentences expresses a student the feeling of being contented?
A. I am thankful for my parent’s support.
B. I am looking forward for the next lesson.
C. I am happy with my high score in the quiz.
D. I am satisfied with my grades for this quarter.

38. Instead of wasting your time playing online games, you_______ read and study your
lessons if you don’t want to fail your exams.
A. could C. ought to
B. had better D. should
For items 39 -42, refer to the bar graph below .

39. What percentage of third-year students’ learning styles get under the Unimodal
Learning Preferences?
A. 30% C. 40%
B. 35% D. 45%

40. How many percent did the first-year students’ learning styles get under the Unimodal
Learning Preferences?
A. 40% C. 45%
B. 41% D. 48%

41. How much is the unimodal preference data difference in the percentage score of first
year and second year level?
A. 2% C. 4%
B. 3% D. 6%

42. What year got the lowest percentage under the Multimodal Learning Preferences?
A. first year C. third year
B. second year D. fourth year

43. The month of August marks a lower percentage of enrolment for the school year. It
was speculated that only a few would enroll due to the implementation of the in-
person classes. ___________, it turned out to be the other way around.
A. frequently C. in addition
B. furthermore D. on the contrary

44. Some city folks choose to live on farmland. _____, they have to adjust to its slow
pace, quietness, and absence of cable and internet connectivity.
A. because C. despite
B. consequently D. such as
 45. Walking can make people become more aware of their surroundings, _____ the
cleanliness of the environment, and the friendliness of the neighborhood.
A. consequently C. unfortunately
B. despite D. such as

46. Residents complain bitterly about the trash thrown anywhere, _____ these same
people are the ones doing it.
A. although C. moreover
B. and D. yet

47. Irvin’s rebuttal during the debate has no value at all. What is the message conveyed in
the sentence?
A. figurative C. negative
B. literal D. positive

48. This character portrays a crazy rich Asian figure. What is the message of the
sentence?
A. negative C. negative to positive
B. positive D. positive to negative

For items 49-50, read the article below and answer the following questions.

DILEMMA OF DENGVAXIA
Aira Mae O. Velasco

April 2016 when the Dengvaxia vaccine aiming to fight against the mosquito –
borne tropical disease, dengue, was launched in the Philippines- allegedly the reason of
the deaths of several children after being vaccinated.

Some dengue researchers predicted the risk of the vaccine; however, in 2017,
830, 000 children had already received at least one dose of the vaccine before the
Sinofi have changed its label to focus only to those who had already been exposed to
dengue.

In February 2018, the Philippine Public Attorney’s office filed a lawsuit against
government officials, executives of Sinofi, and distributor of Zuellig Pharma but it was
damaged when a 10 –year old child died after receiving the vaccine but had a pre-
existing condition.

Due to the fear of the Filipinos to vaccines, Philippines had a measle crisis in 2019.
Talking about its worse effect, Dengvaxia scandal left a stigma making the Filipino citizens
afraid of taking any kind of vaccine.
 “Hanggang ngayon nakakatakot parin magtiwala sa mga vaccine na ‘yan. Tingnan
mo nga nangyari sa Dengvaxia no’n. Kaya kahit may vaccine na sa COVID, ‘di ako
magpapa-turok, baka mangisay nalang ako bigla,” Judy Ann Velasco said, a mother that has
a Dengvaxia vaccinated child.

The dilemma created by the Dengvaxia have really made the country shake in fear.
However, if no one will take the risk, the world will not have a progress that may lead to a
healthy and a happy virus- free community.

49. What is the article all about?

A. the fear of the virus
B. risk of being vaccinated
C. benefits of the vaccine
D. the dilemma made by the vaccine to the Filipino people

50. The dilemma created by the Dengvaxia have really made the country shake in fear.
The underlined word means?
A. actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
B. information received from other people that one cannot adequately
substantiate
C. is an informal fallacy based on a premise that erroneously limits what options
are available?
D. a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more
alternatives, especially equally undesirable ones.