Second Periodical Test in English VI

Table of Specification

Contents/ Objectives No. of Days No. of Items % Item

Taught Placement
1. Distinguish various types of 5 6 12 1-6
informational/factual text
2. Respond appropriately to the messages of the 5 6 10 7-12
different authentic texts
3. Note down relevant information from text 4 5 12 13-17
heard
4. Detect biases and propaganda devices used 6 8 16 18-25
by speakers.

5. React on the content of the material 3 4 8 26-29

presented

6. Infer purpose of the visual media 3 4 8 30-33

7. Infer the target audience 3 4 8 34-37

8. Gather relevant information from various 7 8 18 38-45

sources:
- glossary
-indices-
-Dictionary
-Almanac
-Encyclopedia
-Online references
9. Revise clarity –correct spelling- appropriate 4 5 8 46-50
punctuation marks- transition/signal words

Total 50 50 100 50
 SECOND PERIODICAL TEST IN ENGLISH VI

NAME: ____________________________________________GRADE & SECTION: ______________________

I. Identify which type of informational text is being described. Write only the letter on the blank.
A. compare and contrast
B. sequence/time
C. description
D. cause and effect
E. problem and solution
____________1. The main idea’s supporting details are written in a specific order.
____________2. The text states a problem and then suggests one or more solutions.
____________3. Two or more things are described. Their similarities and differences
are discussed.
____________4. Frequently in textbook reading an entire paragraph is devoted to defining a complex term
or idea.
____________5. Shows a relationship between the cause of something and the effect
that follows as a result.

II.Read the passages. Identify the type of informational text used in each number. Write only the letter of the
correct answer. Choose your answer inside the box. Write your answers on blank provided.

a. cause and effect

b. sequence/time
c. compare and contrast
d. description
e. problem and solution

_________6. Not all bugs slither and crawl. A bug can also be an error in a computer program. When a
computer tries to read a program with a bug in it, the bug will affect the computer in one of two ways: the
computer may process the error and continue running the program. In this case the bug only has a small
effect on the computer; however, if the computer cannot process the error, then the bug will cause the
computer to freeze and crash. This will require the user to restart the program or the computer. Bugs are
pesky to computer programmers and users.
_________7. Computers are very complex machines, but everything that they do can be put into two basic
categories: inputting and outputting. Inputting is when the computer accepts information entered by the user.
Outputting is when the computer returns information to the user. When you press a key on your keyboard,
you input information. When the letter that you pressed appears on your monitor, your computer is
outputting. Both inputting and outputting require the computer to process information, but input is controlled
by the user and output is controlled by the computer. Without inputting and outputting, there would be no
computing.
__________8. Have you ever received an email from a strange address with nothing but a mysterious link in
the body? Don’t click that link! It may be a drive-by download attack, a common way of infecting
computers. These attacks may start as link in an email or Facebook inbox. If you click the link, your
computer browser will connect to a website created to attack computers. Once you have connected with the
attack site, it will begin scanning your computer for weaknesses. If it finds a weakness, your computer will
begin downloading a harmful file. You will not know that you are downloading this file. It will happen
without your knowledge or permission. After the download is complete, the file will run and the attacker
will have control of your computer. As you continue browsing the internet, you may not even realize that
youhave been victimized. The drive-by download attack is one of the most common threats to computer
users today.
__________9. Computer viruses are scary. If an attacker gets control of your computer, they can snoop
through your files, steal your sensitive information, and even use your computer’s webcam and microphone
to spy on you. But just because there are scary things on the Internet, doesn’t mean that we should stay off of
the Internet. Instead, practice safe habits such as installing virus protection. Virus protection will not protect
you against all attacks, but it may stop the most common ones. It also helps to keep your software up to date.
Software updates close security holes. By installing updates from software providers, you will have a
stronger system. Perhaps the most important thing that you can do is to be smart about how you browse.
Don’t click on suspicious links and don’t open attached files unless you are expecting them. The Internet can
be a dangerous place, but you’ll be safer if you take
a few precautions. Happy browsing!
__________10. Viruses can mess up computers and make them run slowly. If you’ve ever gotten a virus on
your computer, you may have wondered why someone would go through all of that trouble just to ruin your
computer. There are two reasons why people spread viruses: money and power. If someone infects your
computer with a virus, they can make money by stealing your sensitive information and selling it to identity
thieves. Or, they can gain power by using your computer to attack other computers and websites to take
them offline. Your computer makes an attractive target to cybercriminals because they can use it to gain
money and power.

III. Directions: Read carefully then answer the questions that follow. Choose the letter of
the correct answer.
The Mountain and The Squirrel by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The mountain and the squirrel had a quarrel, And the former called the latter "Little prig.
Bun replied, "You are doubtless very big; But all sorts of things and weather Must be taken in
together.To make up a year and a sphere. And I think it no disgrace to occupy my place.
If I'm not so large as you, You are not so small as I, And not half so spry: I'll not deny you make A
very pretty squirrel track. Talents differ; all is well and wisely put; If I cannot carry forests on my back,
Neither can you crack a nut."
11. What was the cause of the quarrel between the mountain and the squirrel?
a. The mountain belittled the squirrel.
b. The squirrel said the mountain is wise.
c. The quarrel started when the mountain called the squirrel a little prig.
d. The quarrel started because the squirrel wanted to become big as the mountain.
12. What does the squirrel mean by saying “all sorts of things and weather must be taken in together to
make up a year and a sphere”?
a. That the mountain must show respect to others.
b. That we must consider the weather each day.
c. That the squirrel is mightier than the mountain.
d. The squirrel may be small but it can do many things the huge mountain can't do.
13. What does the squirrel mean by saying, “If I’m not so large as you, you are not so small as I.”
a. It means that some of our limitations are good for us.
b. It means that the mountain can never be.
c. It means that the mountain cannot be like the small squirrel.
d. It means that the squirrel cannot grow as big as the mountain.
14. What advantages that the squirrel has over the mountain?
a. The mountain is quicker than the squirrel
 b. The squirrel can walk faster than the mountain.
c. Squirrel is spry but the mountain cannot even move.
d. The squirrel can make a pretty track, but mountains can't.
15. Who are the main characters in the short story?
a. the squirrel and the cat b. the squirrel and the pig
c. the squirrel and the mountain d. the squirrel and tree

B. Directions: Read the selection then answer the questions that follow.

Why Does a Cow Chewing When She isn’t Eating?

A cow has a special stomach with four parts. When she eats grass, she chews it just enough to make
it wet. Then it goes into the first part of its stomach, where it becomes softer. From there it goes into the
second part, where it is made into little balls called “cuds”. Later, while the cow is resting, she brings up
each cud one at a time and chews it well. When she swallows it, the food goes into the third part of her
stomach. There the water squeezed out of it. Finally, the food goes to the fourth part of the cow’s stomach
and is broken down into very tiny pieces. Then the cow’s body can take what it needs from the food to live
and grow.
16. What happens to the grass when it goes to the first part?
A. The grass becomes harder. C. The grass becomes softer.
B. The grass liquify. D. The grass goes to the intestine
17. In what part is the water squeezed out?
A. first C. second
B. fourth D. third

IV. Directions: Identify the propaganda being described in each sentence. Write the letter of the answers on
a separate sheet paper.
____18. It is a propaganda technique that encourages you to use a product because it is what “folks at home”
are using.
a. bandwagon b. name calling
c. plain folks d. testimonial
_____19. This causes you to create a negative opinion about someone or something because of bad opinions
you hear of the thing or person.
a. testimonial b. glittering generality
c. name calling d. plain folks
____20. You give in because you are overwhelmed by vague, sweeping statements that usually comes in
slogans or simple catchphrases.
a. plain folks b. bandwagon
c. name calling d. glittering generality
____21. You are convinced to use a product because it is endorsed or confirmed by a well-known
personality
a. bandwagon b. testimonial
c. glittering generality d. name calling
___22. You are attracted to join an activity or use a product because “everyone” is doing it.
a. testimonial b. name calling
c. bandwagon d. plain folks
_______23. A Pepsi commercial that pushed forth the slogan, “the choice of the new generation”
a. bandwagon b. name calling c. testimonial
_______24. A little boy who could be anyone is advertising Oreo
a. name calling b. plain folks c. glittering generality
_______25. A famous teen actress shows how using Rexona anti-perspirant makes her feel fresh and
confident all day long.
a. testimonial b. bandwagon c. name calling

V. Study the advertisements then answer the questions. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

Soap A Soap B
26. What do the printed advertisements endorse?
A. bath soap B. liquid soap C. detergent soap D. dishwashing soap

27. Why do consumers like Soap B?

A. It whitens skin B. It brings fragrant skin.
C. It fights germs and bacteria. D. It has an anti-pollution technology.

28. Which of the soaps would be the choice of mothers for their children’s health protection?
A. Soap B for it is cheaper than Soap A. B. Soap B for it will make children fragrant than Soap
A.
C. Soap A for it fights germs and bacteria, unlike Soap B. D. Soap A for it costs higher than Soap B.

29. If you have ₱ 50.00 to buy soap, which of those products you could buy?
A. Soap B B. Soap A C. Both soaps D. None

VI. Examine the picture and answer the questions that follow

30. What is the caption of the visual?

a. covid-19 vaccine b. virus c. infection d. SARS
31. What is the first thing that captures your interest?
a. ball-like with spikes b. finger nail c. hands holding syringe d. solution inside the syringe

32. What do you think is the person holding the syringe will do?
a. showing off the syringe b. inject the virus covid-19 c. inject himself d. playing the syringe

33. What message does the picture want to convey?

a. deadly covid vaccine b. virus is continue spreading
c. covid-19 vaccine was discovered d. infectious vaccine
VII. Directions: Complete the table below. Encircle the target audience.

COMMERCIAL PRODUCT TARGET AUDIENCE

Eskinol, Teenage boys, kids, teenage
34. girls
Huggies cook, mothers, teachers
35.

Head and Shoulder, Men, Women, Babies

36.

Anlene Old Women, Old Men,

Teenagers
37.

VIII. Directions: Identify the text structure of the following passages. Write cause and effect, sequence,
compare and contrast, and description on blank provided.
_____________38. When a river receives a lot of extra water it may flood. During a flood there is plenty of
water, and most people wouldn’t think that dehydration was a serious risk, but flood waters are mostly
polluted and not safe to drink. People who drink the contaminated water may suffer from illnesses or
diseases such as typhoid. You can prepare for flooding by filling many containers with fresh clean drinking
water. You can also use sandbags to protect your house and to soak up the water. Be prepared and be safe.
______________39. There are many reasons why people dance. Some people dance for fun, just because
they enjoy dancing. At other times, people dance for exercise or for weight loss, because dancing can really
get your heart beating. Also, sometimes people dance to try to get boyfriends or girlfriends. Some people
think that good dancing is attractive. There are many reasons why people dance.
_______________40. The surface of the Earth is divided into pieces called “tectonic plates.” These plates
move. When the plates rub against each other, they do not move smoothly. When the plates do not move
smoothly, earthquakes result. Some parts of the world get more earthquakes than other parts. The parts of
the earth that get most earthquakes are near the edges of these plates.
_________________41. The twist is a dance inspired by rock and roll music. To do the Twist, first stand
with your feet approximately shoulder width apart. The torso may be squared to the knees and hips, or
turned at an angle so one foot is farther forward than the other. Then, hold your arms out from your body,
bent at your elbow. Next, rotate your hips, torso, and legs as a single unit with your arms staying more or
less stationary. Every so often lift one leg off of the floor for styling. Now you’re doing the twist! 12

__________________42. Sparklers and smoke bombs are my favorite kinds of fireworks. They are both safe
and fun but they are also quite different. After you light a smoke bomb, you should put it on the ground and
run. Stand back and watch it go! When you light a sparkler, however, you continue to hold it until it is done
sparkling. You’re your hand around and have an awesome time! They also burn differently. Sparklers create
bright lights and sparks when you light them, but smoke bombs create smoke in different colors. Remember
kids: smoke bombs and sparklers are both extremely dangerous and should only be used by professionals.

___________________ 43. Architects are people who design buildings. They create
blueprints and plan the look of the building.
___________________ 44. Architects and engineers both design buildings.
However, an architect focuses on the look and feel, while an engineer focuses on whether the design is safe
and sound.
___________________ 45. First an architect comes up with an idea. Then, he puts
it down on paper in the form of a blueprint.
IX. Write the correct spelling of the underlined word.

46. This milk tastes suor.

47. She was prood of her good grades.
48. She wore a red blose with yellow flowers.
49. When I was at the thaeter I saw Tyson and Clyde.
50. We won the game they scraemed.

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