Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ILOCOS NORTE
SAN NICOLAS DISTRICT
BARABAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FIRST PERIODICAL TEST

ENGLISH 4

TABLE OF SPECIFICATION

LEARNING Actual Weight Total

Understanding
Seven
Remembering

Evaluating
Analyzing
Instruc

Applying

Creating
COMPETENCIES % No. of Mastery
tion
(Days)
Items Skills

1. Recognize the Think,

parts of a simple 5 12.5 5 Do 1,2,3 4,5
paragraph
2. Use resources such Think,
as a dictionary, Do
6,8,9,
thesaurus, online 5 12.5 5 7
10
sources to find the
meaning of words
3. Note significant Think,
12,13
details of various text 5 12.5 5 Do 11
14,15
types
4. Identify the Think,
structure, purpose Do
and language features 16, 17, 20,21
of different text 10 25 10 18, 22,23
types, e.g. narrative, 19 24,25
information report,
procedure, argument
5. Identify meanings Think,
of unfamiliar words Do
through structural 26,27
analysis (words and 5 12.5 5 28,29
affixes: prefixes and 30
suffixes)
EN4V-IIc-32
6. Identify different Think,
meanings of content Do 31,32
specific words 5 12.5 5 33,34
(denotation and 35
connotation)
EN4V-IIIf-38
7. Get the meaning of Think,
words through word Do 36,37
association (analogy) 5 12.5 5 38,39
and classification 40
EN4V-IIIh-39

TOTAL 40 100% 40 12 12 0 16 0 0

Prepared by: Checked and verified by:

DONA S. LEAÑO DONA S. LEAÑO

Master Teacher I Master Teacher I

Approved:

MILAGROS R. LADIA
School Principal II
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ILOCOS NORTE
SAN NICOLAS DISTRICT
BARABAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FIRST PERIODICAL TEST IN ENGLISH 4

Name: ________________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Read and understand the questions carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. What are the parts of a paragraph?

A. First Part, Second Part, and Third Part
B. Character, Events, and Setting
C. Topic Sentence, Supporting Sentences, and Concluding Sentence
D. Introduction, Body, Ending
2. What part of the paragraph introduces the main idea?
A. Concluding Sentence C. Topic Sentence
B. Supporting Sentences D. Opening Sentence
3. This part of a paragraph includes sentences that support the topic sentence.
A. Topic Sentence C. Concluding Sentence
B. Supporting Sentences D. Closing Sentence

Directions: Read and understand the paragraph. Answer the questions that follow. Encircle the correct answer.

Sampaguita

Sampaguita is considered the country’s national flower. It is widely cultivated for its attractive and
sweetly fragrant flowers. The tiny white flowers bloom all throughout the year. The flowers open at night and
close in the morning. It is also known natively as “kampupot” in Tagalog. The flowers are made into garlands,
leis, corsages and sometimes crowns. They are commonly sold by vendors outside churches as garlands. It
symbolizes the purity and simplicity of all Filipino folks. Moreover, the plant needs to be preserved and
cultivated for it is considered as one of the symbols of our country.
4. What is the topic sentence of the paragraph?
A. The white flowers bloom all throughout the year.
B. Sampaguita is considered the country’s national flower.
C. The flowers open at night and close in the morning.
D. It symbolizes the purity and simplicity of all Filipinos.
5. Which of the following is the concluding sentence?
A. It symbolizes the purity and simplicity of all Filipinos.
B. Moreover, the plant needs to be preserved and cultivated because it is considered as one of the
symbols of our country.
C. It is also known natively as “kampupot” in Tagalog.
D. The white flower bloom throughout the year.
6. A is a reference book that contains words with their meanings, pronunciations, parts of
speech, spellings, and definitions.
A. Guide words B. entry words C. Thesaurus D. Dictionary
7. The words in a dictionary and thesaurus are arranged .
A. numerically B. alphabetically C. chronologically D. systematically
8. serve as help in finding the words easily.
A. guide words B. entry words C. dictionary D. thesaurus
9. A is a book like a dictionary that contains the synonyms and antonyms of the words.
A. Thesaurus B. entry words C. dictionary D. online resources
10. All words in a dictionary and thesaurus are called . .
A. guide words B. entry words C. definition D. pronunciation

Directions: Read the text type and note significant details by answering the questions below. Choose the letter
of the correct answer.

A Devotee
Lea E. Basquiñas

Ms. Sanchez is a teacher who devoted her life to teaching the children. During weekdays, she
teaches at school, and on weekends she gathers all the neighboring children and teaches them to read,
write and count.
One day, the barangay officials noticed the kindness done by Ms. Sanchez to the children. They
decided to go to her house. As they reached Ms. Sanchez’s house, they were so surprised to see a mini-
classroom in her garden where the children learn to count, write, and read.
Ms. Sanchez was also surprised to see the Barangay Officials in her house. She hurriedly
entertained them. They asked Ms. Sanchez if she is willing to be a volunteer teacher in the Literacy
Program of the barangay.
Without hesitation, she accepted to be a volunteer teacher for the Literacy Program. The
barangay officials left her house happily.

11. Who is the main character in the story?

A. Ms. Cruz B. Ms. Sanchez C. Ms. Lea D. Ms. Edu
12. What is the story all about?
A. The story is about a devoted teacher.
B. The story is about a devoted Barangay Official.
C. The story is about a devoted nurse.
D. The story is about a devoted parent.
13. Mt. Mayon an active volcano in the province of Albay, in Bicol Region. It belongs to the seven wonders
of the world; that’s why it is popular locally and internationally. It is known for its perfect cone. Majestic as
it is, renowned for its beauty; but many fear its destructiveness when it erupts.
Why is the Mt. Mayon popular locally and internationally?
A. It belongs to the seven wonders of the world.
B. It is the most beautiful tourist destination in the country.
C. It is a dangerous and destructive volcano.
D. It is the only volcano in the Philippines.
14. Cooking rice is easy if you know the proper way to do it. First, you have to put one cup of rice in a clean
casserole. Next, wash the rice with water two times and add one cup of water in the casserole. Then, let it cook
until it boils. When boiling is done, put it in a low fire until it is cooked. Finally, serve it on a plate.
What is the first step in cooking rice?
A. Wash the rice with water two times and add one cup of water in the casserole.
B. Serve it on a plate.
C. Let it cook until it boils.
D. You have to put one cup of rice in a clean casserole.
15. A person with a healthy body and a healthy mind has a healthy lifestyle. Eating a balanced diet with proper
exercise is a good combination. People need to eat go, glow, and grow foods; not too much on salty, fatty, and
sweet foods for them not to suffer from any diseases. A person with proper exercise routines will have a good
body form. People need to burn the calories from what they ate. On the other hand, a healthy mind means
freeing ourselves from worries and having self-confidence.
 What do we need to be healthy?
A. To prevent any diseases
B. To become popular and beautiful
C. To become fat and heavy
D. To have a slim body
16. refers to the classification and definition of the way a text is written such as its structure,
purpose, and language features.
A. Text Type B. Story Type C. Sentence Type D. Paragraph Type
17. This is a text written to describe an object, person, place, event, or idea.
A. Informational Text C. Problem and Solution Text
B. Descriptive Text D. Procedural/Sequence Text
18. This type of text makes use of the signal words First, Next, Then, Finally.
A. Informational Text C. Problem and Solution Text
B. Descriptive Text D. Procedural/Sequence Text
19. This type of text is presented in a structure that discusses problem and solution.
A. Informational Text C. Problem and Solution Text
B. Descriptive Text D. Procedural/Sequence Text

Directions: Read and understand the given texts below, then identify the type of the text. Choose the letter of
the correct answer.

A. Problem and Solution Text Type

B. Descriptive Text Type
C. Procedural Text Type

20. Calamansi juice is all-natural and refreshing. First, prepare three calamansi and slice open. Next, squeeze
the juice in a glass. Then, add water and sugar to taste. Finally, you can add ice before serving.
21. My mother is the kindest person I know. Her bright eyes seem to tell me that everything is going to be
okay. She always has a smile painted on her face. Her warm hands make me feel loved and secured. Her
image is painted in my mind.
22. Jana feels worried. She cannot find the necklace that Mom gave her. Jana thought hard and suddenly
remembered that she removed it before taking a bath. She felt relieved when she found the necklace in the
shower.
23. Father planted tomatoes, cabbages, and eggplants in our backyard. However, the dog keeps destroying
the plants. It is very playful and loves to run. Father decided to put a fence around the garden to keep the dog
away. Since then, no vegetables were destroyed.
24. I remember that one summer day when I had fun at the beach. The sun’s heat was touching my face. The
cool breeze feels relaxing. The salty and crystal-clear water seems endless. I did nothing that day but swim.
25. Hotdogs for breakfast is the easiest thing to cook. First, remove the plastic covering the hotdogs and
make short slices. Next, heat oil in a pan. Then, in a low fire, cook the hotdogs till bright red. Finally, serve
and enjoy!

Directions: Identify the meaning of the underlined words in each sentence. Choose the letter of the correct
answer.

26. Gani had to rebuild his tower of blocks that fell down.
A. to build B. not to build C. to build again D. to form
27. Ronald will untie his shoes before taking them off.
A. to tie B. not tie C. to tie again D. to re-tie
28. Mrs. Tahilan told Celia to recheck her work when she is done.
A. to check B. not check C. to check again D. have checked
29. I dislike the taste of ampalaya.
A. to like B. not like C. to like a little D. very like
30. Rica is a happy pupil but yesterday she was unhappy because she received a low grade in Math.
A. not happy B. mishappy C. so happy D. very happy

Directions: Identify if the highlighted word in each sentence is an example of a connotation and denotation.

A. Connotation B. Denotation

31. The café served delicious food, but it was located in a far-flung corner.
32. Will you please pour me a glass of cold milk?
33. While the food was good, the service was a disaster.
34. Volunteers were evacuating people trapped under the debris when the rescue team arrived.
35. At this stage of your life, you must be picky about what you eat.

Directions: Choose and encircle the letter of the word that completes each sentence.
36. A sampaguita is to plant as tiger is to ________.
A. flower B. grass C. animal D. roots
37. Feet are to walk as hands are to ________.
A. hear B. see C. smell D. touch

Directions: Find the best way to classify the group of words. Choose the letter of the correct answer.

38. skirt pants shirt

A. They are all body coverings.
B. They are all pieces of clothing.
C. They are all rainy day clothes.
D. They are all men’s clothes.
39. Independence Day Ramadan Labor Day
A. They are all holidays.
B. They are all months.
C. They are all reunions.
D. They are all working days.
40. shepherd farmer veterinarian
A. They all live in the desert.
B. They all sail in the ocean.
C. They all work with animals.
D. They all live in the mountain.

Prepared by: Checked and verified by:

DONA S. LEAÑO DONA S. LEAÑO

Master Teacher I Master Teacher I

Approved:

MILAGROS R. LADIA
School Principal II
ANSWER KEY: ENGLISH 4

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