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CHAPTER TEST IN ENGLISH 7

A. For Questions 1-5. Read the poem provided below. Then, encircle the
correct letter of your chosen answer.

For the Young Yearning a Song of Green

By Arnold Molina Azurin

Never tell the children trees are numb

They hold secrets
Of soil or sun: they lisp their quiet

Melodies of green
Exuberance to passerby. Twigs trip the wind
So leaves may flutter
Their fragrant salutes, griefless goodbyes.

1. Does the poem “For the Young Yearning a Song of Green” By Arnold Molina
Azurin contain a rhyme scheme?
a. Yes, it has a clear and consistent rhyme scheme throughout.
b. No, there is no regular rhyme scheme; the poem uses free verse.
c. Yes, but the rhyme scheme is irregular and inconsistent.
d. No, the poem uses only internal rhyme.
2. Which figure of speech is most prominently used in the poem?
a. Personification
b. Metaphor
c. Simile
d. Hyperbole
3. What is the point of view used in the poem?
a. First person
b. Second person
c. Third person
d. Objective
4. What is the tone of the poem “For the Young Yearning a Song of Green” by
Arnold Molina Azurin?
a. Melancholic
b. Playful
c. Admiring
d. Critical
5. How the blending with the well-blended brass and gold, with the
intermingling of the silver and the iron after Ko-Ngai leaped, was a
conundrum, a puzzle that's difficult to solve.
a. mystery
b. problem
c. query
d. question
6. All medical practitioners, including the army and police forces, are our
frontliners in this pandemic; thus, they lead in fighting against the COVID-19
disease.
a. followers
b. leaders
c. observers
d. participants
7. The COVID-19, like Spanish influenza is a virus that strictly requires home
quarantine and physical distancing.
a. curse
b. disaster
c. disease
d. plague
8. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic can be seen worldwide.
a. circumstance
b. epidemic
c. predicament
d. situation
9. According to the president, until a vaccine is available, face to face conduct
of classes is not allowed.
a. cure
b. immunization
c. medicine
d. vitamin
10. The conventional conduct of classes in schools is suspended due to
COVID-19 pandemic; thus, for the meantime this will be substituted with
other learning modalities.
a. usual
b. conservative
c. modern
d. seasonal
11. Online and modular classes are some of the modalities that the
Department of Education offers for this school year to avoid hampering the
education of learners.
a. continuing
b. delaying
c. frustrating
d. resuming
12. We should keep ourselves healthy by always washing our hands,
eating nutritious foods, taking vitamins, exercising regularly, and drinking
plenty of water.
a. clean
b. fresh
c. safe
d. fit
13. Police officers are very conspicuous. We can see them in checkpoints.
a. distinct
b. evident
c. hidden
d. visible
14. Teachers are known for being loquacious. They love to talk about
ideas.
a. communicative
b. reserved
c. restrained
d. silent
15. The Education Week Celebration was spearheaded by the English
Language Department.
a. introduced
b. led
c. originated
d. participated
16. Serenity, a state of being calm, is one of the important traits that a
person should possess especially during difficult and stressful times.
a. anxiety
b. confusion
c. imagination
d. tranquility
17. Friendship among teenagers is a complicated thing. Sometimes they
get well along with others and are happy about it, but there are also times
when they have misunderstandings and disagreements.
a. Entangled
b. Hard
c. Interlaced
d. interwoven
18. It was a frigid night despite being in the summer season.
a. very cold
b. very cozy
c. very hot
d. very warm
19. Matthew is a rambunctious child who always injures himself and is
warned for being naughty.
a. humble
b. refined
 c. shy
d. unruly
20. Snakes, sharks, and crocodiles are common predators of smaller
animals.
a. carnivores
b. herbivores
c. hunters
d. victims
21. At the end of the 21st century, this pandemic will still be remembered
because of its big effect to humanity like the Spanish Influenza in 1918.
a. 10 years
b. 50 years
c. 100 years
d. 1,000 years
22. The pandemic tested the resiliency of the Filipino people despite their
weaknesses.
a. durability
b. elasticity
c. stability
d. strength
23. During these trying times, communication is very vital to relay
accurate information relative to the issue to carry out solutions easily.
a. active
b. crucial
c. important
d. lively
24. 4. I am bedazzled watching sunset at the beach. Likewise, I am
overwhelmed looking at the bright stars with the moon at night.
a. blinded
b. confused
c. amazed
d. puzzled
25. One’s self can be his own foe, the greatest adversary he has to face.
a. attacker
b. bandit
c. contestant
d. enemy
26. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion.
a. circumstance
b. condition
c. isolation
d. situation
27. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers and sisters in the
family because it would create unhealthy relationship among them.
a. competition
b. match
 c. race
d. tournament
28. Every individual is unique. Each one has his/her own ability, talent,
skill, strength, and weakness.
a. common
b. creative
c. distinct
d. single
29. Among the constellations, the ones that I usually look up at night are
Ursa Major, Aries, Leo, Scorpio, and Orion stars.
a. collection
b. group
c. package
d. set
30. Teenagers’ pertinacity or stubbornness is one of the problems among
parents.
a. determination
b. hardheadedness
c. perseverance
d. reluctance
31. Fallacy should be corrected right away to avoid confusion of concepts.
a. deception
b. error
c. misconception
d. mistake
32. To sacrifice is to give up your happiness, even your life for others.
a. deduct
b. discount
c. offer
d. slaughter
33. Bashing is an obnoxious act that one should refrain from doing to avoid
getting into trouble.
a. delightful
b. offensive
c. pleasant
d. wonderful
34. Given the time element, the writers are at the precipice of their
emotions ready to burst out due to fatigue.
a. cliff
b. height
c. mountain
d. peak
35. When I fell of the trampoline, I fractured my arm and wore a cast.
a. rested
b. broke
c. avoided
 d. looked at
36. Ms. Santos reprimanded a student for throwing paper airplanes in
class.
a. arrested
b. rewarded
c. scolded
d. seated
37. Pedro felt elated when he won the race. The word elated in this
sentence means ____________.
a. happy
b. miserable
c. sick
d. tired
38. Katie appeared infallible in Math class because she had never gotten a
problem wrong. The word infallible in this sentence means ____________.
a. incorrect
b. mistaken
c. never wrong
d. wrong
39. No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every
portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and
many other appliances come with Internet connections as well. The
Internet is truly ubiquitous.
a. t is fuzzy and will bite you
b. it costs too much money
c. it causes rashes
d. it is everywhere
40. Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your
chances of winning!
a. trying to hide or disguise a piece of cheese
b. with little thought or consideration
c. an itchy skin condition
d. funny
41. Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed
the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find
something to praise him for, at least once in a while?
a. going to too many expensive parties
b. speaking or writing harshly about
c. voting for a different candidate
d. hitting hard with a heavy tool 4.
42. Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life
saving research.
a. held over boiling water
b. unable to chew gum
c. greatly admired
d. very old
43. I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the
money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder.
a. a reason to do something
b. a small amount of money
c. a good job
d. a tax
44. Luis was adamant and insisted, "But Mom said she was preparing
dinner tonight!" The word that best defines adamant is ______________.
a. nervous
b. unsure
c. happy
d. stubborn
45. Some people are sure that the new health care law will mean better
care for everyone. Others argue that the law will mean less care and
longer waiting lines for those who need to see doctors. It's a controversy
that will not go away soon.
a. have strong disagreements over
b. need to pay for a visit to a doctor
c. eat with sweet candy
d. blow their noses into
46. Removing seeds from cotton plants was a slow job until Eli Whitney
invented the cotton gin.
a. a drink
b. a book
c. a machine
d. a cloth
47. In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a
daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the
Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers.
a. tickle
b. frighten or intimidate
c. amuse
d. lose or misplace
48. Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were
frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible.
It got really cold last night. I'll just have to take his word for it.
a. It's hard to understand because it makes no sense.
b. It's believable enough to possibly be true.
c. You must always believe it.
d. You should never believe it.
49. Mary was very articulate with her oral presentation, giving her an
outstanding grade in English.
a. can talk fast
b. a bit unsure
c. has the ability to speak fluently
d. able to change topics easily
50. A conference that took place confined to the entrepreneurs sitting at
the table.
a. to exist in only a particular place or group
b. to arrest anyone affected
c. to include everyone else
d. to remain in a place
51. Mosquitoes tend to thrive in areas with stagnant water.
a. to become very successful or very strong
b. to frequently stay or settle
c. to be unsuccessful or decrease in number
d. to prefer living in
52. She picked up an empty pop bottle from the floor to discard in the
trash.
a. to pass over from one place to another
b. to get rid of something
c. to keep hidden or concealed
d. to ignore
53. She’s always bold in expressing what she thinks is right.
a. rude in speech and manner
b. able to talk about difficult matters
c. shy and timid
d. hesitant and unsure
54. If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all!
Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?
a. reduce
b. follow
c. behind
d. buy
55. Our new alarm system will wake up the entire neighborhood if an
intruder gets in the house. An intruder is someone who intrudes. To
intrude is to __________.
a. be very noisy
b. paint or repair old buildings
c. wear one’s shoes on the wrong feet
d. go where one is not wanted or doesn't belong
56. Those scientists want to hear what our professor thinks about their
theory because he is the foremost expert in their field.
a. the first or main one
b. craziest
c. least informed
d. loudest
57. If you don’t thwart his evil plan, he might affect all of you then. What
does “thwart” mean?
a. help
b. figure out
c. tickle
 d. block
58. No word must ever leak out about this military action! It has to be a
clandestine operation in order to succeed. Which word is a synonym of
"clandestine"?
a. family
b. useful
c. dangerous
d. secret
59. Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into your skin until it's
invisible. It will inhibit the infection's attempt to spread. What does “inhibit”
mean?
a. block or slow down
b. itch or burn
c. live in a certain place
d. help to do something important
60. Fortunately, the dizzy spell was transient. He was able to continue
playing within seconds and had no trouble winning the match. When you
describe an event as “transient,” you are saying that __________.
a. it is quite harmful
b. it helps you win
c. it sounds like a train
d. it doesn't last long
61. Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to
play at work. It would be so much simpler if they both liked the same kind
of music. A dispute is a __________.
a. choice of music
b. discovery
c. musical instrument
d. disagreement
62. When they heard the good news about the court’s decision, the angry
crowd cheered and then began to disperse. “It looks like everyone is going
home,” one reporter stated. Which would be the opposite of “disperse”?
a. come together
b. smile
c. fly like a bird
d. sing
63. It’s a wonder to me how anyone can still be undecided about this
election. These two candidates are certainly distinct. Each would lead our
nation in opposite directions. What does “distinct” mean?
a. Dishonest
b. clearly different
c. needing a bath
d. about the same age
64. Mr. Huge was very proud of his auto superstore. “We have such an
extensive selection of cars,” he said, “so everyone should find a vehicle
that he or she will love!” The word “extensive” means __________.
 a. costing a lot of money
b. having no color
c. large amount
d. not enough
65. Of course, I’m not saying that your plan is no good. I tend to be
optimistic, so I won’t be surprised when you succeed.
a. expecting the best to happen
b. full of gas
c. needing glasses to see
d. unselfish
66. When your plan brings us great wealth, you will be rewarded for your
sagacity.
a. good looks
b. huge appetite for herbs
c. mistakes
d. intelligence
67. No matter what happens, I assure you that I will not forget how hard
you have worked on this project. Assure means___________.
a. Promise
b. act like a donkey
c. dare
d. forget
68. At the restaurant we were offered a variety of beverages, like milk and
ice tea.
a. bread
b. drinks
c. silverware
d. milk
69. Each of us is a creation of our experiences. Who we are today is the
opus of our journey.
a. composition
b. music
c. piece
d. product
70. Your uncle wouldn’t even part with a dime to help the kids pay for their
trip. That’s just one more example of his penurious ways. In contrast, many
people who have much less money have donated a great deal to the
cause. What does “penurious” mean?
a. very old
b. very wealthy
c. very humorous
d. very stingy

Prepared by:
 VINCENT S. NIEZ
English 8 Teacher

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