Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF PANGASINAN II
PANGANIBAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
TAYUG, PANGASINAN

FIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 8

Name: _____________________________________ Section: _______________________Score: _________

Multiple Choice: Read each item carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
Identify the meaning of the underlined words.
1. 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
2. The epidemic tested the resiliency of the Filipino people despite their weakness.
A. durability B. elasticity C. stability D. strength
3. 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
4. I am bedazzled watching sunset at a beach. Likewise, I am overwhelmed looking at the bright stars with the
moon at night.
A. blinded B. confused C. amazed D. puzzled
5. One’s self can be his own foe, the greatest adversary he has to face.
A. attacker B. bandit C. contestant D. enemy
6. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion.
A. circumstance B. condition C. isolation D. situation
7. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers and sisters in the family because it will create
unhealthy relationship among them.
A. competition B. match C. race D. tournament
8. Every individual is unique. Each one has his/her own ability, talent, skill, strength and weakness.
A. common B. creative C. distinct D. single
9. 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
10. The word "bibliography" originated from the Greek words ‘biblion’ meaning a book and ‘graphia’ meaning
to _______.
A. copy B. listen C. read D. write
11. What does the Latin phrase et al. mean?
A. among others B. and others C. for example D. with others
12. What punctuation is used to separate the information in a bibliography entry?
A. comma B. exclamation point C. period D. quotation mark
13. Which of the following print materials refers to a scholarly published periodical containing articles written
by researchers, professors, and other experts?
A. books B. journals C. magazines D. newspapers
14. Which of the following refers to any materials or information taken from the internet?
A. Instagram B. Online C. social media D. YouTube
15. Why is it important to cite the sources of information that you used in your research? It is
important because it ___________.
A. gives credit to the author
B. is required by the teacher
C. is generally a part of an essay
D. shows you made an effort in doing your assignment
16. Which part of a report can bibliography be found? It can be found in the _______.
A. middle of a research
B. last page of a research
C. beginning of a research
D. introduction part of a research
17. When a learner is required to do research on his/her assignment, which of the following
should be the most appropriate action?
A learner __________.
A. posts his/her question on Ask.com and waits for someone to answer it.
B. does the research on the internet and directly copies what is immediately
posted on Google.
C. gets in formation from various websites and acknowledges the author by
writing the sources found.
D. waits for his/her classmates to do their assignment first so he/she could
copy it
18. Which should NOT be a purpose for creating an annotated bibliography? It should not be
created to ________.
A. avoid plagiarism
B. help other researchers
C. burden writers in doing their research
D. show respect to the author of the source used
19. Maria is annotating or marking a book source which she used for her report in Human
Body Parts. In which part of the book can she find the year of publication?
A. back cover C. copyright page
B. cover page D. table of contents
20. Which of the following statements is TRUE about bibliography? It is a ________.
A. sample of books to read later
B. list of sources used in a research
C. place to go and check out books
D. list of books students need to buy
21. One of the reasons why a learner needs to cite sources of information used in his/her
research is to show his/her credibility as a writer. This means that the learner_______.
A. made his/her own research
B. used reliable information in his/her research
C. copied his/her work from his/her classmates
D. read a lot of books to include in his/her research
22. 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”. PhilippineHealth 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/preventing-covid19-in-your-household
D. Desolo, Christian. “Preventing COVID-19 in Your Household”. Philippine Health Bureau, July 17, 2016.
https://philhealthbureau.org/philippines/preventing-covid19-in-your-household
23. What is wrong 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
B. the proper punctuations
C. the format of the date accessed
D. the way the author’s name is written
24. Which of the following bibliography entries contains a complete information of 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
25. Anthony is annotating or marking a book source which he used for his report in Human
Body Parts. In which part of the book can she find the year of publication?
A. back cover C. copyright page
B. cover page D. table of contents
26. My father is ________ proud to work hard for our family.
A. willingly B. permissively C. requisitely D. obligately
27. Tonton dances ________ during the party.
A. necessarily B. surely C. ably D. certainly
28. My sister is ________ supportive of my hobby.
A. possibly B. decidedly C. obligately D. necessarily
29. I played ________ with my friends.
A. surely B. permissively C. certainly D. promisingly
30. Could you open the door for me?
A. offer B. permission C. promise D. request
31. I will eat now.
A. ability B. decision C. permission D. promise
32. May I go now?
A. decision B. offer C. permission D. request
33. I can play any musical instrument.
A. ability B. general truth C. offer D. promise
34. You must follow the doctor’s advice.
A. no obligation B. permission C. strong obligation D. weak obligation
35. Jahna ________ turn 18 this year, but because of the pandemic, we have cancelled all
the preparations and reservations.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
36. To look pleasant is a key in getting a job. So, you ________ wear appropriate attire for
your interview.
A. could B. might C. should D. would
37. During Enhanced Community Quarantine, only those who have quarantine passes________ go outside
from their houses to buy necessities.
A. can B. cannot C. must D. must not
38. My father works abroad, but he promised that he ________ return home on my graduation day.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
39. Everyone ________ obey the health protocols given by the government to prevent the spread of the virus
and stop the pandemic.
A. can B. cannot C. may D. must
40. What punishment would the governor give to those who might disobey the law?
A. The relatives of those who will disobey will be put to death.
B. All who will disobey will be buried at the topmost part of the mountain.
C. Any citizen who will disobey will be buried alive by his/her relatives.
D. All who will disobey the law must be put to death together with their old relatives.
41. How did the young farmer respond to the law of the governor?
A. He must obey the governor.
B. He would defy the governor’s law.
C. He should hide his mother from the governor’s eyes.
D. He could not possibly follow the governor because he dearly loved his mother.
42. What did the governor think about his demand in making a rope of ash?
A. Nobody in the village could make a rope of ash.
B. Only the governor himself can make the rope of ash.
C. Somebody from the village could make a rope of ash.
D. It is impossible that someone can think of a way in making a rope of ash.
43. What was the young farmer’s reaction upon knowing the governor’s demand?
A. He was certainly desperate.
B. He thought that he should not inform his mother about the demand.
C. He told the other villagers that he could make the governor’s demand.
D. He did not tell the other villagers that he could make the governor’s demand.
44. What could be the decision of the governor after knowing that it was the young farmer’s
aged mother who taught him how to make a rope of ash?
A. He would ask the young farmer to be one of his trusted men.
B. He would certainly punish the young farmer for disobeying his order.
C. He would not kill the elders anymore because they had great wisdom.
D. He considered the possibility of letting the young farmer and his aged mother live in his
45. Which among the sentences uses a linking verb that helps express an opinion?
A. You are brave enough to tell what you truly feel.
B. You should talk to a guidance counselor when you feel sad.
C. You made the right decision in sharing your problems to me.
D. You do know that your parents can help you in times of need.
46. Which of the following sentences expresses the feeling of being contented?
A. I am satisfied with my grades for this quarter.
B. I am happy with my high score in the quiz.
C. I am looking forward for the next lesson.
D. I am thankful for my parent’s support.
47. Which of the following statements agrees with the issue on Promoting Physical and Mental Health While
Staying at Home?
A. Without a doubt, people have enjoyed gardening while staying at home.
B. We should responsibly express our comments on issues we read on Facebook.
C. Surely, exercising and bonding with our family are ways to spend our time indoors.
D. Clearly, many liked to spend most of their time playing mobile games than reading books
48.The words below are adjectives that express a positive feeling, except ______.
A. anxious B. carefree C. inspired D. objective
49. Which among the sentences uses a linking verb that helps express an opinion?
A. You are brave enough to tell what you truly feel.
B. You should talk to a guidance counselor when you feel sad.
C. You made the right decision in sharing your problems to me.
D. You do know that your parents can help you in times of need.
50. Which of the following is the correct definition of an adjective?
A. It is a word that expresses a state of being.
B. It is a word that expresses a strong obligation.
C. It is a word that describes nouns and pronouns.
D. It is a word that describes verbs, adjectives, and adverbs.

Prepared by: Checked by:

JERIC B. VINLUAN BABY JEAN O. SEREDIO

Subject Teacher Master Teacher I

Noted by:

RODERICK A. CASTILLO, PhD

OIC/ SHS Assistant Principal II

Answer Key:
1.C
2.D
3.C
4.C
5.D
6.C
7.A
8.C
9.B
10.D
11.B
12.C
13.B
14.B
15.A
16.B
17.C
18.C
19.C
20.B
21.B
22.A
23.A
24.D
25.C
26.D
27.D
28.B
29.B
30.D
31.B
32.C
33.A
34.C
35.D
36.C
37.A
38.D
39.D
40.D
41.A
42.D
43.A
44.C
45.A
46.A
47.C
48.A
49.A
50.C