Division Second Quarter Assessment - English 4

For items 1-6, read the selection and answer the questions that follow.

           The School Day Camp

     It was a sunny morning, and the students of Barangay Elementary School arrived at the campgrounds in Palayan City. They set up their tents and helped each other, showing bayanihan. Ma'am Sofia reminded everyone to stay away from the nearby river for safety. They went on a nature walk, and they found that one of their bags had fallen into the river. Because they wanted to retrieve the bag quickly, they formed a human chain to reach it. They prepared dinner together, enjoying simple meals like rice and fish. At night, they gathered around the campfire to listen to folk stories from the province, learning about Filipino traditions and teamwork.

Who are the main characters in the story, and where does the story take place?

• Ma'am Sofia and the river

• the campfire and the food

• the students and their school

• the students and the campgrounds in Palayan City

What point of view is used in the passage?

• first person

• second person

• third person (limited)

• third person (omniscient)

            I.        They set up their tents.

          II.        They found a bag had fallen into the river.

         III.        The students arrived at the campgrounds.

         IV.        Ma'am Sofia warned them to avoid the river.

          V.        They formed a human chain to retrieve the bag.

         VI.        As the night grew darker, they gathered around the campfire to hear folk stories about teamwork and tradition.

What is the correct order of events in the story?

• A. I, II, III, IV, V, VI

• B. II, IV, V, III, VI

• C. III, I, IV, II, V, VI

• D. III, II, IV, V, VI, I

What type of plot is used in the story?

• circular

• sequential

• non-linear

• flashback

Which of the following examples from the story illustrates onomatopoeia?

• They prepared rice and fish for dinner.

• The fire crackled as they shared stories.

• The students laughed around the campfire

• Ma'am Sofia told stories from the province.

What is the main theme of the story?

• the fun of storytelling

• the beauty of the river

• the excitement of camping

• the importance of teamwork and respect for nature

For items 7-13, refer to the literary text below and answer the questions that follow.

The Enchanted Tricycle

     At Marangal Elementary School, students loved their shiny cellphones. During math class, they were more focused on games than on Ms. Lira. One day, Lily’s phone glowed, and a magical tricycle appeared! “Hop in! Let’s go on an adventure!” it said.

     Excited, Lily and her friends jumped on board. They zoomed through a colorful world, meeting friendly animals and exploring candy mountains. Suddenly, the tricycle stopped and asked, “What’s 10.5 plus 2.3?”

     They froze, unable to remember their lessons! Panic set in as the tricycle said, “Solve the problems to return home!”

     Thinking quickly, they worked together, answering math questions and sharing stories.

     Finally, the tricycle sparkled, taking them back to class. They learned that fun is great, but school is important too. They promised to focus more in class. What do you think will happen if Lily and her friends keep ignoring their lessons?

• A. They will always have fun.

• B. They might not do well in school.

• C. They will never have adventures.

• D. They will learn everything quickly.

What can you conclude about having fun and learning from the story?

• Fun is better than school.

• School is boring and not needed.

• Adventures are only for smart kids.

• Fun and school are both important.

What is the main idea of the story?

• Cellphones can be fun.

• Magical tricycles are cool.

• Adventures are the best part of school.

• It is important to balance fun and learning.

What happened first, next, and last in the story?

• A. They solved math problems and went back to class.

• B. They traveled to Adventure Land and played all day.

• C. They played in class, found a tricycle, and returned to school.

• D. They ignored their teacher, went on a ride, and learned a lesson.