Department of Education

Region X
Division of Bukidnon
Kikipot Integrated School
SECOND PERIODICAL EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 4
Name: ____________________________________ Score:___________________________
Grade and Section: _______________________ Date: ___________________________

Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer.

Title: The Little Carabao and the Farmer

Mang Ramon was a hardworking farmer who worked in his rice fields every day with his
carabao, Kaloy. One day, while pulling the plow, Kaloy stopped and refused to move. “I’m too
tired, Mang Ramon,” said Kaloy.
Surprised that his carabao could talk, Mang Ramon paused and realized Kaloy had been
working hard without rest. “I understand, Kaloy,” he said. “Let’s take a break.”
They sat under the shade of a mango tree. Kaloy suggested, “If we take short breaks, we can
still finish our work without getting too tired.” Mang Ramon agreed, and from then on, they
worked together more efficiently.
As a result, their rice field grew better than ever, and the villagers admired how well they
worked as a team.

1. Noting Important Elements (Story Grammar)

What is the main conflict in the story "The Little Carabao and the Farmer"?
a. Mang Ramon gets angry with Kaloy for being lazy.
b. Kaloy and Mang Ramon must figure out how to work efficiently together.
c. The villagers do not understand how hard Mang Ramon works.
d. Kaloy runs away from Mang Ramon because he is too tired.

2. Identifying Author's/Speaker's Point of View

In the story "The Little Carabao and the Farmer," the narrator tells the thoughts of both Mang
Ramon and Kaloy. What point of view is the story told from?
a. First-person point of view
b. Second-person point of view
c. Third-person omniscient point of view
d. Third-person limited point of view

3. Inferring: Setting, Theme, and Genre

Based on the story, what is the most likely setting?
a. A busy city
b. A small village in the Philippines
c. A forest in the mountains
d. A seaside town during summer

4. Making Predictions: Outcomes of Events

After Kaloy and Mang Ramon decide to work together and take breaks, what is the most likely
outcome?
a. They will finish their work faster and become a great team.
b. Kaloy will leave Mang Ramon because he is too tired.
c. Mang Ramon will sell Kaloy to another farmer.
d. The rice fields will be damaged because they are not working hard enough.
 "The Busy Market Day"

It was a sunny Saturday morning in the town of San Isidro. Maria and her mother, Aling Rosa, decided to go
to the market early. The market was bustling with activity, as it was a market day, which only happened
once a week. They needed to buy fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, and some household items.

As they arrived, Maria noticed how the vendors were busy arranging their products. The fish vendor was
shouting to attract customers, while the fruit vendor was showcasing bright, colorful fruits. Aling Rosa
started making a list in her head of what they needed to buy: bananas, tomatoes, carrots, and bangus. Maria,
who loved to help, offered to carry the basket.

At one point, Maria saw a friend, Ana, buying mangoes from another vendor. Ana waved at her, and they
quickly exchanged stories about their week at school. Afterward, Maria and her mother continued their
shopping. By the time they were done, their basket was full, and they decided to go home.

As they walked back, Aling Rosa shared with Maria the importance of planning their market trips so they
could save time and money. Maria listened carefully and realized how much thought went into their simple
trips to the market.

5. Noting Important Information (Outlining)

Which of the following is the main idea of the story?
a. Maria went to the market with her mother and helped with shopping.
b. Maria’s mother taught her how to cook their favorite dishes.
c. Maria’s friend Ana bought mangoes from the market.
d. The market vendors sold many different products.
6. Identifying Text Type
What type of text structure is used in this story?
a. Enumeration - description
b. Time order - procedural
c. Time order - chronology
d. Cause and effect
7. Author's Purpose
Why do you think the author wrote this story?
a. To entertain readers with an interesting market trip story.
b. To explain the different types of fruits and vegetables sold in the market.
c. To describe how to cook a meal with items from the market.
d. To inform readers about how to manage time when shopping.
8. Drawing Conclusions
What can you conclude about Maria from her behavior in the story?
a. Maria does not like to help her mother with shopping.
b. Maria is responsible and eager to learn from her mother.
c. Maria prefers to play with her friends instead of going to the market.
d. Maria doesn’t pay attention to what her mother says.
9. Context Clues (Synonyms)
Marites felt a surge of excitement when she found out that her family would go to Boracay for
vacation. She had always dreamed of seeing the famous white sand beaches.
What does the word "surge" mean in the sentence?
a. A small amount
b. A sudden and strong feeling
c. A continuous flow
d. A sense of worry
10. Context Clues (Antonyms)
 Juan was nervous during the quiz because he didn’t study. However, after he received his high score,
he felt calm and relieved.
Which word could be the opposite of "nervous" as used in the sentence?
a. Anxious
b. Excited
c. Relaxed
d. Worried
11. Structural Analysis (Prefixes)
The barangay captain ordered the removal of all malnourished children from school so they could
receive proper nutrition first.
What does the prefix "mal-" in the word malnourished mean?
a. Against
b. Not
c. Bad or poor
d. Under
12. Structural Analysis (Suffixes)
During the fiesta, Lani's family showed great hospitality to their guests by serving them delicious
food and offering them a place to stay.
What does the suffix "-ity" in hospitality indicate about the word?
a. It describes a profession
b. It shows a quality or state of being
c. It means a specific place
d. It indicates an action

13. Juan is writing a text message to invite his classmate, Maria, to his birthday party. He
wants to sound friendly and casual. Which of the following messages would be the
most appropriate for him to use?
a. "Good afternoon, Maria. You are cordially invited to attend my birthday
celebration."
b. "Hey Maria! I'm having a birthday party this weekend. You should come! 😊"
c. "Dear Maria, I hope this message finds you well. I would be honored if you could
join my birthday celebration."
d. "It is with great pleasure that I invite you to my birthday gathering this
weekend."

14. Ana is writing a letter to her barangay captain about a concern in her community. She
wants to keep the tone informal because she knows the captain personally. Which of
the following sentences would be inappropriate in an informal letter?
a. "Hi Kap! I hope you're doing well. Just wanted to let you know about the street
light that's been broken for a week."
b. "Kap, hope you don't mind me writing to you like this, but we've got some safety
concerns."
c. "Good day, Sir. I would like to formally inform you about the broken street light in
our barangay."
d. "Hello, Kap! Is it okay if you can check the light on our street? It hasn't been
working."
15.Paulo is writing a thank-you note to his grandmother, who gave him new clothes during
the fiesta. He wants to use a tone that shows affection and gratitude. Which of the
following would be the best choice?
a. "Dear Lola, I really appreciate the clothes you gave me during the fiesta."
b. "Lola, thank you so much for the new clothes! I really love them, and I’m excited
to wear them. You’re the best! 😊"
c. "Lola, I acknowledge the gift you provided during the fiesta. It will be useful."
d. "To my dearest grandmother, I express my deepest gratitude for the clothing
received during the celebration."
16. Miguel needs to write a short speech for his school’s “Buwan ng Wika” celebration. The
audience includes his teachers and classmates, and he wants to keep the tone friendly
and engaging. Which opening sentence would best fit his purpose?
a. "Good day, esteemed guests. It is an honor to speak before you on this important
occasion."
b. "Mabuhay, everyone! Today is a special day for all of us as we celebrate the
beauty of our language!"
c. "Good afternoon, everyone. I am here to discuss the significance of the Filipino
language in our history."
d. "It is with great pride and joy that I stand before you today to talk about the
importance of our national language."

17. Subject-Verb Agreement

You were tasked to write an essay about your family’s experience during Christmas.
Which sentence correctly follows subject-verb agreement rules?
a. The children plays with their new toys after Noche Buena.
b. My cousins from Manila visits us every holiday season.
c. Lola and Lolo always prepare special food for Noche Buena.
d. Our family are very excited for the Christmas celebration.

18. Using Verbs and Tenses

Your teacher asked you to share a story about your last vacation. Which sentence uses
the correct past tense of the verb?
a. I am walking with my cousins to the beach.
b. We enjoy the food we bring to the picnic.
c. My father cooked adobo while we played on the sand.
d. They are swimming in the sea all afternoon.

19. Using Complex Sentences

Your teacher asked you to write about your favorite Filipino food. Which sentence is a
complex sentence that clearly shows the relationship between the ideas?
a. Sinigang is my favorite dish because it is sour and tasty.
b. Halo-halo is delicious, and it is made with many ingredients.
c. I like adobo; it is a popular Filipino dish.
d. My family loves pancit, but we only eat it on special occasions.

20. Active and Passive Voice

Which sentence correctly uses the passive voice to emphasize the action instead of the
doer?
a. The children ate the lechon quickly.
b. The lechon was eaten quickly by the children.
c. The children are eating the lechon happily.
d. The children had eaten the lechon before the party ended.

21.Your teacher asked you to write a paragraph about why it’s important to follow traffic
rules in the Philippines. What would be the best way to structure your paragraph?
a. Write a detailed conclusion first, followed by the body, then add the introduction
last.
b) Start with an introduction that explains what traffic rules are, then describe
examples in the body, and finish with a conclusion about why they are important.
c) Only write examples of traffic rules and skip the introduction and conclusion.
d) Begin with a conclusion, followed by a brief introduction and a detailed body.

22.Mang Ramon, a farmer from Laguna, is writing a story about how he plants rice on his
farm. What should he include in the body of his text?
a. Details about his childhood and how he learned farming.
b) Step-by-step instructions on how to plant rice, starting from preparing the soil
to harvesting.
 c) A discussion about his next vacation plans.
d) A short sentence saying he enjoys farming.

23.You are asked to write a paragraph about why Filipino festivals are important. After
writing the body, which sentence would make the most effective conclusion?
a. "That is why I think Filipino festivals are fun and exciting."
b) "Filipino festivals are celebrated in different towns throughout the year."
c) "In conclusion, Filipino festivals help preserve our traditions and bring
communities together, which is why they are important."
d) "Many festivals in the Philippines have food, dances, and parades."

24.Ana is writing about why Filipino families often gather during special occasions. She has
written the introduction and body, but she is unsure what to include in her conclusion.
What should Ana write?
a. "Family gatherings in the Philippines are always fun and full of food."
b) "In summary, family gatherings in the Philippines strengthen relationships and
are a way to pass on traditions to the next generation."
c) "During fiestas, many families cook traditional dishes and prepare
decorations."
d) "The introduction of my essay talked about Filipino family gatherings."
25.You are writing a letter to invite your classmate to your birthday party. Which text type
is most appropriate for organizing the invitation?
a. Narrative
b. Enumeration-Description
c. Time Order: Chronology
d. Time Order: Procedural
26.You are tasked with writing a how-to guide on cooking "sinigang" for your home
economics class. Which type of text should you use to ensure the steps are clear and
easy to follow?
a. Narrative
b. Enumeration-Description
c. Time Order: Chronology
d. Time Order: Procedural
27.Imagine you are writing a letter to your teacher to explain why you were absent. You
want to clearly list the reasons for your absence. Which text type is most appropriate to
use?
a. Narrative
b. Enumeration-Description
c. Time Order: Chronology
d. Time Order: Procedural
28.You are asked to write a short story about a traditional Filipino festival, like Sinulog or
Pahiyas, to share with your classmates. What text type will allow you to narrate the
events in the festival from start to finish in a logical sequence?
a. Narrative
b. Enumeration-Description
c. Time Order: Chronology
d. Time Order: Procedural

29.You are talking to a classmate who is upset because they lost their notebook. What is
the best facial expression to show that you care and want to help?
a. Smiling widely
b. Frowning deeply
c. Nodding while keeping a neutral face
d. Showing a concerned look with slightly furrowed brows

30.During your school’s Buwan ng Wika celebration, you are assigned to tell a story in
front of the class. Which gesture should you use to make the audience understand a
character is angry?
 a. Waving your hand up high
b. Crossing your arms tightly
c. Placing your hand on your chest
d. Pointing your fingers and stomping your foot lightly

31.Your teacher is explaining something serious about the importance of helping your
community, but a classmate starts giggling. Which gesture is most appropriate to
remind your classmate to listen respectfully?
a. Raising your eyebrows and pointing at the teacher
b. Shaking your head and crossing your arms
c. Smiling and tapping your classmate's shoulder
d. Frowning while tapping your fingers on the table

32.You are in a group discussion and a classmate is confused about what to do next. What
facial expression and gesture combination can you use to help them understand
without speaking?
a. Smiling with wide eyes and pointing towards the task
b. Frowning and shrugging your shoulders
c. Raising one eyebrow and pointing outside the room
d. Smiling softly while giving a thumbs up

33. In a local fiesta parade, you see a float decorated with colorful parols (Christmas
lanterns) and other traditional ornaments. The parol has a star-shaped design, which is
commonly used to symbolize the Filipino spirit during Christmas. What type of shape
does the star represent?

a. Geometric
b. Organic
c. Abstract
d. Symmetrical
34.During art class, your teacher asks you to create a drawing of a bahay kubo (traditional
Filipino house) surrounded by trees and mountains. The shapes of the trees and
mountains are drawn freely without specific angles or rules. What type of shape are you
using for these elements?

a. Geometric
b. Organic
c. Abstract
d. Mechanical

35.A poster in your community shows a mango tree with roots spreading deeply into the
ground, while the branches reach up to the sky. The colors used are green, brown, and
gold. What message is the artist trying to convey with these visual elements?
 a. The importance of planting trees for shade
b. The connection between nature and success
c. The need to protect Philippine forests
d. The strength and deep connection of Filipino family values
36.A billboard in the city shows a young boy holding a flag while standing on a hilltop at
sunrise. The background includes mountains and a farmer plowing a field. What might
this image symbolize about the young boy?

a. He is proud of the natural beauty of the Philippines

b. He is representing hope for a better future for the country
c. He wants to become a farmer when he grows up
d. He is calling for help to preserve the environment
37.Maria saw a poster showing a giant carabao flying across the sky during the town fiesta
in her barangay. Which of the following statements best describes the poster?
a. The carabao flying is a fact because carabaos can fly in certain provinces.
b) The carabao flying is a make-believe image because animals cannot fly.
c) The carabao flying is a non-fiction story about Philippine folklore.
d) The carabao flying is a fact because it happens during fiestas.
38.During a school field trip, Pedro read a sign at a park that said "Tarsiers are the smallest
primates in the Philippines." Which of the following statements is accurate about this
information?
a. This is a make-believe statement because tarsiers are much bigger than
monkeys.
b) This is a fact because tarsiers are known as the smallest primates.
c) This is a non-fact because there are no primates in the Philippines.
d) This is a make-believe image because primates don't live in parks.

39. You are watching a commercial about a famous local festival in the Philippines, and the
screen shows the headline: "Celebrate Sinulog with Us!" along with a subtitle that reads
"Join the grand parade this January!" Which multimedia element is used to give
additional information about the event?
a. The headline "Celebrate Sinulog with Us!"
b) The subtitle "Join the grand parade this January!"
c) The picture of the colorful floats on the screen
d) The sound of festive music in the background
40. A billboard in Metro Manila displays a large text that says "Save Water, Save the
Future" alongside a picture of a child drinking from a glass of water. What is the main
purpose of the slogan in this multimedia presentation?
a. To entertain viewers with a catchy message
b) To provide a detailed explanation about water conservation
c) To encourage people to conserve water through a simple message
d) To show the importance of clean drinking water through images

ANSWER KEY:
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. A
6. C
7. A
8. B
9. B
10. C
11. C
12. B
13. B
14. C
15. B
16. B
17. C
18. C
19. A
20. B
21. B
22. B
23. C
24. B
25. D
26. D
27. B
28. C
29. D
30. D
31. B
32. A
33. A
34. B
35. D
36. B
37. B
38. B
39. B
40. C
 TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
SECOND PERIODICAL EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 4

Learning Competencies No.

of
Percent
age
No. of
Items
Item Placement Under Each Cognitive Domains
Remembering Understand Applying Analyzing Evaluating Creating
Days ing

LISTENING AND READING 123

EN4LR-II-1 Comprehend literary 4 10% 4 4
texts.
EN4LR-II-2 Comprehend 10% 567
informational texts.
4 4
8
SPEAKING AND WRITING 9 10
EN4SW-II-1 Use words with literal 11 12
(denotative) and implied
4 10% 4
(connotative) meanings in
sentences.
EN4SW-II-2 Use tone and mood
appropriately for one’s purpose, 4 10% 4 13 14
context, and target audience: 15 16
informal
EN4SW-II-3 Compose appropriate 4 4
10% 17 18 19 20
sentences for clarity and
coherence.
EN4SW-II-4 Produce text with
introduction, body, and conclusion 4 4 21 22 23 24
10%
in conveying ideas: using
introduction, body, and conclusion.
EN4SW-II-5 Express ideas 4 10% 4
appropriately (age-appropriate, 25 26
gender-responsive, culture 27 28
sensitive) for one’s purpose,
context, and target audience.
EN4SW-II-6 Use appropriate non- 4 10% 4 29 30
verbal cues for clarity of context, 31 32
purpose, and meaning.
VIEWING AND REPRESENTING 2 5% 2 33 34
EN4VR-II-1 Identify visual elements
EN4VR-II-2 Derive meaning based 2 2 35 36
on the visual elements 5%
EN4VR-II-3 Identify real or make-
believe, fact or non-fact images 2 5% 2
37 38
EN4VR-II-4 Identify multimedia
elements: text (headlines, 2 5%
2 39 40
subtitles, slogans)
TOTAL 40 100 40 6 14 14 4 2 0

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