ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES

GRADE 11
FINAL EXAM
Name:______________________________________ Score: ______________
Yr./Sec:_____________________________________ Date: _______________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Read, analyze and understand each item before answering; follow directions.
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Directions: Read carefully the following items and encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. It is based on facts that provide a solid foundation for your argument.

a. concept paper b. position paper c. critique paper d. essay
2. This part of a position paper should clearly identify the issue and state the author’s position. It should be written in a
way that catches the reader’s attention.
a. conclusion b. introduction c. heading d. body
3. This part of a position paper contains several paragraphs. Each paragraph should present an idea or main concept that
clarifies a portion of the position statement and is supported by evidence or facts.
a. conclusion b. introduction c. heading d. body
4. This part of a position paper summarizes the main concepts and ideas and reinforce, without repeating, the
introduction or body of the paper. It could include suggested courses of action and possible solutions.
a. conclusion b. introduction c. heading d. body
5. It is a summary of a project or an issue that reflects the interests, experience and expertise of the writer or
organization.
a. concept b. position c. critique d. essay
6. It is an essay length text that uses different rhetorical patterns to show the meaning of a particular term or concept.
a. formal definition b. concept c. extended definition d. critique
7. It is part of a concept paper which gives an overview of how the project will be carried out--and any innovative
approaches, techniques, or processes that will be used.
a. problem statement b. introduction c. methodology d. purpose
8. These are considered fundamental building blocks of our thoughts and beliefs.
a. concept b. position c. technical report d. essay
9. Its primary aim is to provide useful information – analyzing information, such analyses serving as basis for
recommendations.
a. concept b. position c. technical report d. essay
10. It is a genre of academic writing that briefly summarizes and critically evaluates a work or concept.
a. concept paper b. position paper c. critique paper d. essay
11. It is considered as a "trial, attempt, endeavor"; also "short, discursive literary composition."
a. concept paper b. position paper c. critique paper d. essay
12. What are the two major divisions of an essay?
a. informal and formal b. short and long c. academic and creative d. comparison and contrast
13. Definitions provided in dictionaries are examples of formal definition, which generally include three elements. First is
the term or word being defined which is called
a. genius b. genus c. specie d. differentia
14. It is part of the elements of a formal definition which refers to the group to which the term belongs.
a. genius b. genus c. specie d. differentia
15. This refers to the word or phrase that makes a certain term different with the others.
a. genius b. genus c. specie d. differentia

II. IDENTIFICATION
Directions: Identify the term being referred to in each item. Write the correct answer on the space provided.
American Psychological Association 16. What does “APA” stands for?
In-text Citation 17. This is a form of referencing wherein the researcher indicates within his paper or assignment the
sources of the information he has used to write his paper or assignment.
References or References list_18. This is a list that shows the complete details of everything a researcher cited and appears
in an alphabetical form on a separate page, at the end of the paper.
_____and 19. When citing multiple authors within the text of a sentence, the final name shall be preceded with
what? For example, Jackson ______ Mackaray (2003) found that many people plan their leisure
time in advance in order to ensure they allow time for it in their hectic schedules (p. 77).
______&_______ 20. When citing multiple authors within parenthetical citation and in the reference list, the final name
shall be preceded with what?
For example, A recent study showed that many people plan their leisure time in advance in order
to ensure they allow time for it in their hectic schedules (Jackson ______ Mackaray, 2003, p. 77).
_____n.d._______ 21. This is used when no publication date is available. For example, Those surveyed believed that all
of the activities they chose as part of their leisure time were entertaining (“Fun and Leisure,” ______, p. 43).
____anonymous_ 22. If the author of a source is specifically identified as “Anonymous”, what will you use as the author
in the citation?

III. TRUE OR FALSE

Directions: Determine whether or not the statement tells the purpose of a position paper. Write TRUE if the
statement is true and FALSE if it is not. Write the correct answer on the space provided before each item.

TRUE 23. Its purpose is to generate support on an issue.

FALSE 24. Tell a story or tell what happened; establish an interesting or useful fact.
TRUE 25. Organize and outline your viewpoint on an issue.
FALSE 26. Use sensory details such as sights, sounds, smells, tastes, feelings, and textures to create vivid images in the
reader’s mind.
TRUE 27. Formally inform others of your position as a foundation to build resolution to difficult problems.
FALSE 28. Explain what a term means for the readers to know exactly how you are using a certain term or an
unfamiliar concept.
TRUE 29. Present a unique, though biased, solution or a unique approach to solving a problem.
FALSE 30. Tell readers how a collection of items can be sorted into categories.
TRUE 31. Frame the discussion in order to define the “playing field.” This can put you in an advantageous position
with those who may not be so well prepared as regards the issues behind their positions.
FALSE 32. Highlight your key accomplishments to fit for a job opening.
TRUE 33. Establish your credibility. Here you are demonstrating that you have a command of the issues and the
research behind them, and can present them clearly.
FALSE 34. Its purpose is to get the interview.
TRUE 35. Let your passion be demonstrated in the force of your argument rather than in the use of emotional terms.
TRUE 36. Describe a position on an issue and the rational for that position.
TRUE 37. Guide you in being consistent in maintaining your position in negotiation.

IV. Matching Type (STRUCTURED ESSAYS)

Directions: Match each term in Column A with its corresponding definition or example in Column B. Write only
the letter of the correct answer on the space provided.

Column A Column B

______D_________38. Expository Essay a. an essay where you analyze, examine and

interpret such things as an event, book,
poem, play or other work of art
______B_________39. Persuasive Essay b. an essay where you try to convince the
reader to adopt your position on an issue or
point of view
______C________40. Analytical Thesis Statement c. “An analysis of college admission process
reveals one challenge facing counsellors:
accepting students with high test scores or
students with strong extracurricular
backgrounds.”
______A_________41. Analytical Essay d. a writer’s explanation of a short theme, idea,
or issue.
______D_________ 42. Expository Essay e. The life of the typical college student is
characterized by time spent in studying,
attending class, and socializing with peers.
______F_________43. Argumentative Essay f. an essay where you prove that your opinion,
theory or hypothesis about an issue is correct
or more truthful than those of others

______G_________ 44. Argumentative thesis statement g. High school graduates should be required to
take a year off to pursue community service
projects before entering college in order to
increase their maturity and global awareness.
V. ENUMERATION
Directions: Enumerate the ideas being asked in each item. Write the correct answer on the spaces provided.

45-49. Five parts of a concept paper (concept paper format)

*Note: In any order
______TITLE__________________________
______INTRODUCTION__________________
______PURPOSE_______________________
_____PROJECT DESCRIPTION______________
_____CONTACT INFORMATION____________

50-52. Write at least three concept paper writing tips. Write your answer in bullets.
*Note: Avoid being redundant!
(POSSIBLE ANSWERS)
 Try to be brief, concise, and clear
 Be positive and definite.
 Avoid requesting money for “planning” unless that is the purpose of the funding program.
 Consider your audience.
 Only include budgetary information if it is specifically requested (Support).
 Finally, appearance is important.
 Attention to detail is important.

5354-. Critiques can be used to analyze carefully a variety of works such as creative works, research and media. With
this, write at least 2 examples of creative works. Write your answer in bullets.

(POSSIBLE ANSWERS)

 Novels
 Exhibits
 Film
 images
 Dance
 Song lyrics
 Poems
(and the like)

55-57. Like an essay, a critique uses a formal, academic writing style and has a clear structure. What are the three
components or parts of a critique paper? Write your answer in bullets.

 Introduction
 Body
 conclusion
58-60. What are the 3 components that make up a formal definition? Write your answer in bullets.

 Specie
 Genus
 Differentia

Everything is possible if you put your mind on it. 

Prepared by:
Jezzel Joy L. Partosa
 LOCAL GUIDING SERVICES
FOURTH PERIODICAL TEST

Name:________________________________________ Score: ______________

Yr./Sec:_______________________________________ Date: _______________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Read, analyze and understand each item before answering; follow directions.

I. TRUE OR FALSE
Directions: Write TRUE if the statement tells the DO in tour guiding and FALSE if it tells the Don’t. Write the correct
answer on the space provided.

A. Guiding in Churches and Cathedrals

___TRUE_____ 1. A preliminary visit is essential and a courtesy contact with the clergyman-in-charge should be made
when possible for permission.
___FALSE_____2. Upon arrival, explore the interior first, explaining significant architecture, construction materials, the
churchyard monuments, etc. Enliven this with human detail -- a quaint inscription or interesting story.
___TRUE_____ 3. Remember, this is a place of worship; request that the tour members be quiet and behave
appropriately with consideration for the obvious do's and don'ts.
___FALSE_____4. Feel free to touch the bell, ropes, or delicate statues and monuments.
___TRUE_____ 5. Keep the party together and proceed in an orderly manner, clearly pointing out significant windows,
roof, monuments, font, etc.
___FALSE_____6.Do not attempt to fully describe every monument or feature -- this can be boring and time wasting. Six
items of interest are often generally enough.
___TRUE_____ 7. Watch your technical terms and explain when necessary. Do not expect everyone (especially
foreigners) to remember historical periods, dates, and events.
___FALSE_____8. At the end of the tour, do not give tour members time to buy literature.
___TRUE_____ 9. Try and see it not as a building but more as a material human record of God's influence over mankind
and man's response.
___TRUE_____ 10. Remember that this is a place of worship -- not just a tourist attraction provided for your own or
your party's benefit. You must try and establish good relations with the clergy and officials.

B. Guiding with School Groups

___FALSE_____11. It is not the job of the tour guide to interpret information in a style and language that holds the
interest of the group.
___TRUE_____ 12. Keep in mind children's lesser knowledge and ability to understand technical details and processes:
Keep it simple.
___FALSE_____13. Try not to relate what they are seeing to their work in school or things learned in a play or seen on
TV.
___TRUE_____ 14. Do not bore them with details -- leave that to the teacher later!

C. Historical Homes, Museums, Forts

___TRUE_____ 15. It is up to the individual guide to make the place glow with the lives, loves, happiness, and sadness
of the past occupants.
___TRUE_____ 16. Dress, stance, speaking positions, clear gestures, and speech are vital to all guides, but perhaps
more so at close range indoors.
___FALSE_____17. Selection of the visual information and a brief explanation of its relevance to the understanding of a
period of a building or family history are not essential points.
___TRUE_____ 18. Obviously, more care is needed when conducting parties around a house where tricky stairs, odd
steps, low doors, and other domestic hazards may cause accidents.
___FALSE_____ 19. The tourists need warning in advance of hazards. When doing this, do no use the language of their
choice.
___TRUE_____ 20. Similarly, some fear the dark, confined spaces or heights, and the guide might avoid problems by
recognizing beforehand those who cannot tolerate heights or suffer claustrophobia before taking
them out on the battlements or into the old forts.
___FALSE_____21. The inherently clumsy tourists don’t need watching when lamps are close to the route -- as well as
 those who have a tendency to shoplift or belong to the “must-touch brigade.”
___TRUE_____ 22. Particular care should be taken with the handicapped. It would be valuable if you could work out a
route especially suitable for them.
___FALSE_____23. Avoid becoming a “mechanical parrot” a guide who speaks the script, the whole script, and nothing
but the script is thrown completely if someone interrupts.

D. Conducting Tours with a Driver Guide

___FALSE_____24.If someone else is driving your own tour bus, do not provide proper and accurate directions for the
motor coach driver.
___TRUE_____ 25. Make sure the vehicle is fully serviced, licensed, insured, not overloaded, or in any way illegal.
___TRUE_____ 26. Carry supplies for an emergency: a simple first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, spare light bulb, spare tire,
tool kit, C.B. radio, mobile phone.
___TRUE_____27. Make sure your spare tire is serviceable and pumped up.
___FALSE____28. Tour guides don’t have to learn simple roadside repairs.
___TRUE_____ 29. No smoking when driving is the rule even if the tour members do.
___TRUE_____ 30. Some like speed -- others don't. Find out first the feelings on this. Nonetheless, always stay within
the speed limit.
___TRUE_____ 31. Do not leave your clients in the car. If you have to stop with a breakdown in a possibly dangerous
location, send them for a walk and a picnic off the road somewhere-but not on the shoulder of the
road.
II. MATCHING TYPE
Directions: Match each statement in Column A with its corresponding meaning in Column B. Write the correct
answer on the space provided.

COLUMN A COLUMN B
____D_____ 32. Make them observe. A. Try to memorize appearance or dress if there
are any outstanding tour participants so that
you can keep up with your group.
____C_____ 33. Walk around to the back of buildings
were necessary. B. Limit detail to the amusing and important.

____A______34.Count heads and keep a regular check

on numbers. C. There is often more to be seen
architecturally. Try and make the building
live.
____B_____35. Be selective in your commentary and
what you try to show them. D. Point objects with hand, stick or umbrella.
Use your hands expressively but with care.
____E_____36. Make sure you know en route where
there are facilities available. E. Familiarize the place. Know where the shops,
refreshments stands, restroom facilities,
telephones, seat on which to rest and the like.
____J____37. Give your party a brief outline of the
route you will be taking F. Thank them for coming and express the hope
that they found the tour interesting and will
return.
____I_____38. Watch your walking speed. G. If wet during walking tours, choose
doorways, shop awnings, under arches, or
inside buildings for commentary for some
comfort.
____H_____39. Watch your voice strength. H. Keep it up. Choose talking points carefully;
be sure that you can be heard.
____G_____40.Keep your eye on weather conditions. I. Do not walk too fast for older folks; they may
not be able to keep up or will want to take
time for photos
____F_____41. At the end, tell tour group members
where they are and announce the time J. Emphasize where you are by name and that if
you are making a circular tour, you will return
there so that anyone who gets lost can come
back and wait, secure in the knowledge that
the party will eventually reappear. Otherwise,
tell tour group members where the
walk will end.
III. IDENTIFICATION
Directions: Identify whether the statement tells an activity Before, During or After the tour. Write the correct
answer on the blank provided before each item.

During 42. Allow time for rest stops, local tours, and shopping. Share with your clients the routing and why
this particular itinerary was designed for their interest and enjoyment.

Before 43. Prepare any visual aids you may like to show the group-perhaps an old photograph to compare
with the present view.

Before 44. If needed, create and duplicate any handouts, maps, etc., or collect material from the local tourist
board for distribution to the group.

After 45. Be sure to express your thanks to the Group Leader and tour group members -- whether or not
they deserve it -- and don't forget the driver. See everyone off the coach and safely away with a
suitable farewell.

After 46. Return home and prepare commentary summaries on cards for reference. If you already have
these on file from previous excursions, reread and update them if you haven't done that tour
recently. Make a point to inform your staff or drivers.

Before 47. As a tour guide, you should be able to recommend and design a tour itinerary to fit your clients’
needs.

Before 48. Carry supplies for an emergency: a simple first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, spare light bulb, spare
tire, tool kit, C.B. radio, mobile phone.

IV. ITINERARY MAKING

Directions: Make your own itinerary entitled “Zamboanguita Tour” by supplying the template with correct
information. Make sure to provide all the necessary elements of an itinerary. (12 points)

49-60. (SAMPLE ANSWER)

Title of Tour Program Zamboanguita Tour

Name of Tourist Mr. Genesis Christian M. Herrera and party

Number of Tourists 2
Name of Hotel Bethel Hotel
Number of Room/s Required 1
Type of Occupancy Twin (Two Beds)
(Number of persons to stay
in a room)
Arrival Date, Time and Flight March 25, 2019 via FN.12345
No.
Departure Date, Time and March 26, 2019 via FN.6789
Flight No.
Country of Origin Philippines
Tour Activities
Date and Time Activities
March 25, 2019- 8:00 AM Relish a leisurely breakfast at Zamboanguita Market Place

8:30 AM Have a great swimming in one of the town’s coolest places to cool off which is loaded with
picturesque pools, the Cabs Beach Resort.

9:45 AM Enjoy travelling for 30 minutes to Antulang Beach Resort.

10:30 AM Take a walking tour to one of the best Resorts in the province, Antulang Beach Resort, while you
enjoy its great ambiance. Enjoy your time walking in the seashore with all the pebbles and the
waves and bridges that the resort made for their customers.

11:30 AM Enjoy buffet lunch of local cuisine in Antulang Beach Resort. They have friendly and
accommodating staff who are always prepared and willing to assist and serve you.

12:15 PM Relax and enjoy the day at simple yet elegant restaurant in town, the Thalatta Beach Resort. It
has been made as special as their customers, having warm atmosphere located next to the sea
with comfortable indoor and outdoor seating. We guarantee you a memorable stay in the Resort.
 Their polished rooms are truly spacious, neat and relaxing. They also offer free Wi-Fi and flat
screen TVs for you to enjoy your stay. To complete your relaxation experience, the Thalatta Beach
Resort also offers spa services. Soothe your tired muscles as you pamper yourself with a body
massage.

2:00 PM Visit Zoo Paradise in Salngan, Zamboanguita.

2:45 PM Have a taste of the luxurious coffees of different flavors matched with mouth-watering cakes and
sweet desserts in one of best Zamboanguita bakeshops.

4:00 PM Take a walking tour in the Japanese Surrender Area

4:30 PM Enjoy the hidden beauty and mystery of White Chocolate Hills Resort

5:00 PM Take a rest in the White Chocolate Hills Resort

6:00 PM Savour sumptuous and delicious treat of healthy dinner at White Chocolate Hills Resort

7:15 PM Take a ride going to Dumaguete

8:00 PM Check in at BETHEL GUEST HOUSE

Meal Service Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Additional Service, if any tour guide
Travel Agency and Contact XBLADEMARMAUX TRAVEL AGENCY (09XXXXXXXXX)
Details

Everything is possible if you put your mind on it. 

Prepared by:
Jezzel Joy L. Partosa
 ENGLISH 9
FOURTH PERIODICAL TEST

Name:________________________________________ Score: ______________

Yr./Sec:_______________________________________ ___ Date: _______________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Read, analyze and understand each item before answering; follow directions.

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE (Theatrical Terms)

Directions: Read carefully the following items and encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. It refers to the final few rehearsals just prior to opening night in which the show is run with full technical elements.
Full costumes and makeup are worn.
a. Dress rehearsal b. Cold reading c. Tech Rehearsal d. Pacing
2. This is a reading of a script done by actors who have not previously reviewed the play.
a. Dress rehearsal b. Cold reading c. Tech Rehearsal d. Pacing
3. Tech rehearsal Rehearsals where technical elements such as sound and lighting are added to the show.
a. Dress rehearsal b. Cold reading c. Tech Rehearsal d. Pacing
4. It refers to the tempo of an entire theatrical performance.
a. Dress rehearsal b. Cold reading c. Tech Rehearsal d. Pacing
5. _____________focuses on small presentations, such as one taking place in a classroom setting. Usually, it is not
intended for public view.
a. Informal Theatre b. Formal Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama
6. _____________focuses on public performance in the front of an audience and in which the final production is most
important.
a. Informal Theatre b. Formal Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama
7. _____________ is a spontaneous style of theatre through which scenes are created without advance rehearsal or a
script.
a. Informal Theatre b. Formal Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama
8. ___________is a dramatic form popular in the 1800s and characterized by an emphasis on plot and physical action
(versus characterization), cliff-hanging events, heart- tugging emotional appeals, the celebration of virtue, and a
strongly moralistic tone.
a. Informal Theatre b. Formal Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama
9. _________is an incident art form based on pantomime in which conventionalized gestures are used to express ideas
rather than represent actions.
a. Mime b. Musical Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama
10. _________is a type of entertainment containing music, songs, and, usually, dance.
a. Mime Theatre b. Musical Theatre c. Improvisation d. Melodrama

II. IDENTIFICATION
ACTIVE VS PASSIVE
Directions: Identify whether the statement below is in passive or active voice. Write the correct answer on the
space provided.
PASSIVE 11. The letter was obviously signed by a stranger.
PASSIVE 12. The gates in front of the embassy were closed each night.
ACTIVE 13. Several business people raced through the airport to catch their flights.
ACTIVE 14. I try to watch as little television as possible.
PASSIVE 15. Most of the books have been chosen by the librarians.
PASSIVE 16. All four of these symphonies were composed by Brahms.
ACTIVE 17. The next morning, we began our long trek through the steaming jungle.
PASSIVE 18. The air condition was delivered later in the day.
ACTIVE 19. The mayor asked for volunteers to serve on the new committee for planning the city’s
holiday festival.
PASSIVE 20. A decaying tooth was extracted by my dentist.
PASSIVE 21. The patient was being taken by ambulance to the plane.
ACTIVE 22. With wild abandon, the players charged across the field.
ACTIVE 23. My mother saved manufacturers’ discount coupons.
PASSIVE 24. On a trip across country, the car will have been driven by several people.
ACTIVE 25. The guest speaker explained his theory to a rather uninterested audience.
ACTIVE 26. The judge suddenly called the lawyers into her chamber.
PASSIVE 27. A strange creature has been spotted for some time now in the mountains.
ACTIVE 28. Gordon Grant painted pictures of magnificent sailing ships on the high seas.
PASSIVE 29. The crates were received months late on the wharf.
ACTIVE 30. The celebrity waved to his loyal fans.

III. MATCHING TYPE

Directions: Match the characters from the play, Death of a Salesman, in Column A with their corresponding role
found in Column B. Write the correct the letter of the correct answer on the space provided.
correct answer on the space provided.

___F____ 31. Bernard A. One of the Loman’s boys who tried his best not
to give up and impress his father.

___H____32. Charley B. Someone who had an indecent affair with Willy

at one time in one of his business trips.

___G_____33.Ben C. Willy’s patient, understanding and loving wife

___B_____34.The Woman D. The eldest of the Loman’s boys who had difficulty
finding a stable job.

___A____35. Happy E. A salesman who worked for thirty-four years with a

company, who has laid off and was going through
some personal and financial difficulties.

___D_____36. Biff F. Charley’s son, friend of the Loman boys.

___C_____ 37. Linda G. Willy’s brother who was successful at a young age
when he went to Alaska

___E_____ 38. Willy H. A long time friend of Willy who became successful in
work and in life.
IV. ELEMENTS OF PLAY
Directions: Identify the element of the play reflected in each statement. Choose the correct answer from the
choices found inside the box.

Characters Setting Point of view theme plot

39. The play evolved in part through the mind and memory of Willy Loman.
_________POINT OF VIEW__________________________
40. The play is made to show the happiness and hopes of the past and how these aspects of the past contribute to the
problems of the present.
__________THEME________________________________
41. Major characters in the play include Ben Loman, Linda Loman, Biff Loman, and Happy Loman.
__________CHARACTERS___________________________
42. The protagonists of the play are Biff Loman and Linda Loman.
_________CHARACTERS____________________________
43. The belief that having a pleasant personality will make someone successful is one of the themes of the play.
_________THEME________________________________
44. All throughout the play, we could feel a sense of happiness among the members of the family.
__________SETTING (NOTE: MOOD OF THE PLAY IS STILL PART OF THE SETTING)
45. A melody is heard, played upon a flute. It is small and fine, telling of grass and the horizon. The curtain rises. Before
us is the Salesman’s house.
__________SETTING______________________________
V. PLOT THE EVENTS (46-50)
Directions: Arrange the sequence of the following events from Death of a Salesman, Act 1 according to its
occurrence in the play. Write the letter of the correct answer in the table below. (1 shall reflect the first
event that happened in the play while 5 shall reflect the last.

1. A 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. E

[Link] from an unsuccessful sales trip, Willy Loman returned to his home one night

B. Willy has the habit of talking to himself in the kitchen. While he is doing this, Biff and his younger brother Happy who
happens to be also visiting remember their growing up years together. They talk about their father’s babbling too which
always lead to Willy’s dissatisfaction over what happened to Biff’s life career.

C. Willy talks about a successful sales trip but Linda makes him admit that his trip was not successful. As Linda consoles
him, Willy engages in yet another daydream, he hears the laughter of his mistress whom he has given brand new
stockings.

D. He continues with his flashback, this time with Linda in the kitchen mending her stockings. This angers Willy and
orders Linda to throw her stockings away.

E. In yet another flashback, young Linda enters and meets Ben who talks about his travels and his fortune in Alaska. Willy
continues the daydream with Charley and Bernard telling him that Biff and Happy have stolen lumber. Ben leaves but
Willy continues to talk to him. Charley comes in having heard the noise. They play cards together with Charley offering
him a job. Willy calls Charley Ben several times which agitated him. Charley leaves.

VI. ENUMERATION
Directions: Enumerate the three major functions of DIALOGUE.

51.________TO ADVANCE THE PLOT_____________________________________________________

52.________TO ESTABLISH SETTING_____________________________________________________
53.________TO REVEAL THE CHARACTER/S_______________________________________________

VII. ESSAY
Directions: Analyze each item below and answer the question that follows. Write the correct answer on the space
provided. (minimum of 2 sentences; maximum of 5 sentences)

54-55. Happy says, "I don't know what to do about him [Willy], it's getting embarrassing." To what is he referring to?

 Happy is referring to his father, WILLY. He’s worried about him. Willy is not able to concentrate on his driving
anymore. This makes him to make mistakes such as crossing the dividing line between the lanes on the road and
stopping for green lights and going on with red lights. Happy also noticed his father talking to himself. He felt
something bad is going on with his father that Willy was out of his mind- in short he’s going through some
personal difficulties.

56-60. Willy Loman was angered when he saw Linda mending her stockings and immediately went back to daydreaming
of that night in Boston with the Woman.
Why is the stocking so important to the play? Why does it anger Willy? What does it symbolize?

 The stockings remind Willy of his mistake in life- that’s having another woman, someone whom he met one time
in one of his business trips. Seeing Linda mending the stockings, Willy went back daydreaming of that night in
Boston with the Woman and that thought angered him.

Everything is possible if you put your mind on it. 

Prepared by:
Jezzel Joy L. Partosa
 ENGLISH 8
FOURTH PERIODICAL TEST

Name:________________________________________ Score: ______________

Yr./Sec:_______________________________________ ___ Date: _______________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: Read, analyze and understand each item before answering; follow directions.
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Directions: Determine the meaning of the underlined word group used in the sentence. Choose the correct answer
from the choices provided inside the box. Write the letter of the correct answer on the blank before each
item.
a. this is used to tell someone not to worry about trivial or unimportant issues or not to take things seriously.
b. feeling unwell, mainly associated with depression or unhappiness
c. if people see you eye to eye, they agree about everything.
d. he/she is worried or nervous.
e. it means you cannot understand it at all or make any sense of it
f. things are not going the way you would like or had planned.
g. expression used when someone doesn’t want to say where they get the information
h. it’s raining very heavily.
i. it means to have no money at all.
j. to look or feel extremely attractive
____j______1. Anne Curtis looks like a million dollars with her red dress.
____i______2. I can’t come with you guys this weekend because I’m flat broke.
____h______3.I can’t go to school. It’s raining cats and dogs.
____g______4. Lea: Why do you know him?
Ralph: A little bird told me.
____f______5. We did a lot of preparations for this. Now, it’s all messed up. This has been a really bad hair day.
____e______6. I can’t make head nor tail with the mayor’s speech, so I asked my friend what it was all about.
____d______7. When my teacher asked me to answer I felt a bundle of nerves.
____c______8. She sees eye to eye with me about our plan to go to Dumaguete this Saturday.
____b______9. Ashley is feeling blue yesterday. Therefore, she was sent to the clinic.
____a______10. Oh, come on! Their comments are not important. Don’t sweat the small stuff.

k. refers to a person who gets emotional and cries easily.

l. this expression is used to tell someone to have confidence.
m. it means something extraordinary amazes you beyond explanation.
n. if you have sweet tooth, you like eating sweets or foods with sugar in it
o. he/she shouts as loudly as he/she can.
p. refers to a person who is very underweight
q. his means that if you are given something, a present or a chance, you should not waste it by being too critical or
examining it too closely
r. The nervous feeling before something important or stressful happened.
s. stubborn or inflexible
t. is to talk to someone about something for a long- enough period that it becomes tiresome for the listener
____t______11. Jane spent the day at a conference bending the ears of some high school teachers.
____s______12.I always gets butterflies in my stomach before making a speech.
____r______13.I get frustrated with you sometimes because you are just so bull-headed.
____q______14. I know Aunt Jean isn’t your favorite person, but she gave you that beautiful sweater as a present, so
don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.
____p______15. I thought you’re sick. You’re all skin and bones.
____o______ 16. The first time Jane called Mary, she seemed not to hear her, so Jane shouted at the top of her lungs.
____n______ [Link] loves to eat chocolates and ice cream. Indeed, she has a sweet tooth.
____m______ 18. I was really amazed with the guy’s performance yesterday, it really blew my mind.
_____l_____ 19. There’s still a chance, so just keep your chin up.
____k______ 20. Ben just borrowed your book. Don’t you remember? Don’t be such a cry-baby.
II. IDENTIFICATION
ACTIVE VS PASSIVE
Directions: Identify whether the statement below is in passive or active voice. Write the correct answer on the
space provided.
space provided.
PASSIVE 11. The letter was obviously signed by a stranger.
PASSIVE 12. The gates in front of the embassy were closed each night.
ACTIVE 13. Several business people raced through the airport to catch their flights.
ACTIVE 14. I try to watch as little television as possible.
PASSIVE 15. Most of the books have been chosen by the librarians.
PASSIVE 16. All four of these symphonies were composed by Brahms.
ACTIVE 17. The next morning, we began our long trek through the steaming jungle.
PASSIVE 18. The air condition was delivered later in the day.
ACTIVE 19. The mayor asked for volunteers to serve on the new committee for planning the city’s
holiday festival.
PASSIVE 20. A decaying tooth was extracted by my dentist.
PASSIVE 21. The patient was being taken by ambulance to the plane.
ACTIVE 22. With wild abandon, the players charged across the field.
ACTIVE 23. My mother saved manufacturers’ discount coupons.
PASSIVE 24. On a trip across country, the car will have been driven by several people.
ACTIVE 25. The guest speaker explained his theory to a rather uninterested audience.
ACTIVE 26. The judge suddenly called the lawyers into her chamber.
PASSIVE 27. A strange creature has been spotted for some time now in the mountains.
ACTIVE 28. Gordon Grant painted pictures of magnificent sailing ships on the high seas.
PASSIVE 29. The crates were received months late on the wharf.
ACTIVE 30. The celebrity waved to his loyal fans.

III. ELEMENTS OF A PARAGRAPH

Directions: Identify the elements of each of the paragraph below. Write the correct answer on the space provided.

A. Women who are considered sexy by men tend to compliment other women and appreciate femininity in general. In
appreciating the sexuality of her own sex, a woman becomes better able to express her own sexuality. By putting down the
sexuality of others of her own sex, she inhibits her own sexuality. One of the best ways to increase sexual attractiveness is
to learn to appreciate the sexuality of others.

41. Topic sentence: Women who are considered sexy by men tend to compliment other women and appreciate femininity in
general.
42. Supporting Detail (at least 1):

 In appreciating the sexuality of her own sex, a woman becomes better able to express her own sexuality.

 By putting down the sexuality of others of her own sex, she inhibits her own sexuality.

43. Concluding sentence: One of the best ways to increase sexual attractiveness is to learn to appreciate the sexuality of

others.

B. Pregnant women have special nutritional needs during the different stages of pregnancy. A diet consisting of easily digested
food should be given to an expectant mother during the first to fourth months of pregnancy. A diet rich in minerals, protein,
and vitamins should be given to a pregnant woman from the fifth to the seventh month of pregnancy. During the latter
months, pregnant women should have a diet that is rich in all the nutritive elements needed by the growing child.

44. Topic sentence: Pregnant women have special nutritional needs during the different stages of pregnancy.

45. Supporting Detail (at least 1):

 A diet consisting of easily digested food should be given to an expectant mother during the first to fourth months of
pregnancy.

 A diet rich in minerals, protein, and vitamins should be given to a pregnant woman from the fifth to the seventh month
of pregnancy.
46. Concluding sentence: During the latter months, pregnant women should have a diet that is rich in all the nutritive elements
needed by the growing child.
 C. Progressive walking is a great exercise which can get you into shape. It is easy to do and costs no money at all. It doesn’t
require any medical assistance either. You can start at your own pace, gradually increasing the time and distance. People
are in good shape when they can cover three miles in forty-five minutes. If you can achieve this- well, you’re in perfectly
good shape.

47. Topic sentence: Progressive walking is a great exercise which can get you into shape.

48. Supporting Detail (at least 1):

 It is easy to do and costs no money at all.

 It doesn’t require any medical assistance either.

 You can start at your own pace, gradually increasing the time and distance.

 People are in good shape when they can cover three miles in forty-five minutes.

49. Concluding sentence: If you can achieve this- well, you’re in perfectly good shape.

D. Today’s environment, with pollutants in the air and water, chemicals in the soil, over refinement of foods, and stressful
lives, makes vitamins a necessity. Vitamins help slow down aging. They make one’s skin look both younger and more
glowing. They fight the health hazard of stress and help cut down medical bills.

50. Topic sentence: Today’s environment, with pollutants in the air and water, chemicals in the soil, over refinement of foods, and
stressful lives, makes vitamins a necessity.
IV. ESSAY
Directions: Explain briefly the terms below. Write the correct answer on the space provided.

51-52. Explicit Information

 This refers to information that is direct and expressively stated; stated idea

53-54. Implicit Information

 This refers to information that is implied or hinted; unstated idea
55-56. Summary

 A brief composition or statement that gives the most important information about a something such a
text.

 A summary is an overview of a text. The main idea is given, but details, examples and formalities are
left out. Used with longer texts, the main aim of summarising is to reduce or condense a text to its
most important ideas. Summarising is a useful skill for making notes from readings and in lectures,
writing an abstract/synopsis and incorporating material in assignments.

57-58. Editorial
 A newspaper or magazine article that gives the opinion of a certain author; an expression of opinion
that resembles an article

59-60. Paragraph
 A paragraph is a group of sentences that are all about the same thing. That is, that all support or talk a
about a single topic.

Everything is possible if you put your mind on it. 

Prepared by:
Jezzel Joy L. Partosa