WorksheetsSECOND QUARTERLY EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 8 SY 2025 – 2026
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
A student wrote in his journal, "The Philippines is an archipelago in Southeast Asia." His friend added, "It is the most beautiful country in the world." Which statement is a fact?
The Philippines has the kindest people.
The Philippines is the greatest place to live.
The Philippines is an archipelago in Southeast Asia.
The Philippines is the most beautiful country in the world.
A speaker in a school program said, "All schools must create more scholarships to help poor but deserving students." What type of claim is expressed in this statement?
A claim of policy because it offers an action.
A claim of value because it makes a judgment.
A claim of fact because it is supported by data.
A claim of tradition because it is based on custom.
A newspaper headline states: "Plastic waste is destroying marine life." Which kind of claim is this?
A claim of value because it shows importance.
A claim of belief because it is based on opinion.
A claim of fact because it can be proven by research.
A claim of policy because it suggests a course of action.
Famous Kapampangan food historian and chef Atching Lilian Borromeo declared, "Sinigang is the most delicious Filipino dish." Which best describes this statement?
It is a fact because everyone eats sinigang.
It is an opinion because it depends on taste.
It is a belief because it has been passed on.
It is a policy because it tells people what to eat.
In a debate, one student says, "Based on statistics, 80% of students prefer using mobile phones in learning." Which type of evidence is the student applying to support their argument?
A. Anecdotal evidence – based on personal stories or experiences
B. Argument from authority – based on expert opinion
C. Empirical evidence – based on observed and measured data
D. Self-evidence – accepted as true without proof
During an interview, a respected scientist said, "This vaccine is proven safe." What type of evidence is being applied in this statement?
A. Anecdotal evidence – based on personal stories or informal observations
B. Argument from authority – based on the credibility of an expert
C. Empirical evidence – based on data from experiments or observations
D. Self-evidence – accepted as true without needing proof
Aris, a Grade 8 student, said, "Fire is hot." Which type of evidence is this?
A. Anecdotal evidence
B. Argument from authority
C. Empirical evidence
D. Self-evidence
Examine each image carefully and identify the propaganda technique it uses.
A. Bandwagon
B. Glittering generalities
C. Testimonial
D. Transfer
A political candidate delivers a speech saying, “Together, we will build a brighter future filled with hope, progress, and unity!” The speech does not provide specific plans or actions.
Bandwagon
Glittering generalities
Testimonial
Transfer
Examine each image carefully and identify the propaganda technique it uses.
A. Bandwagon
B. Glittering generalities
C. Testimonial
D. Transfer
A food commercial claims, “Our cereal contains whole grains that help support heart health!” However, the ad does not mention that the cereal also contains high amounts of sugar and artificial additives. Which propaganda technique is being used in this scenario?
Glittering Generalities
Half-truth
Scapegoating
Testimonial
Which type of persuasive technique is used when a commercial shows children crying to make people feel emotional and want to donate?
Logos
Mythos
Ethos
Pathos
“Studies reveal that eating fruits daily lowers the risk of illness.” If you were writing a health article and wanted to use the same persuasive technique, which rhetorical appeal would you apply?
A. Ethos
B. Kairos
C. Logos
D. Pathos
Imagine you are writing a letter to promote a new medicine. You want to build trust by mentioning your 20 years of experience as a doctor. Which rhetorical appeal are you using to persuade your audience?
A. Ethos
B. Logos
C. Mythos
D. Pathos
What do you call the choice of words an author uses in a text?
Diction
Grammar
Style
Syntax
A teacher wrote, “The president assured the citizens calmly.” What does the word “calmly” show?
Diction
Mood
Transition
Style
Which transition word would best complete the sentence to show contrast? “The students were expected to perform well. ___, their scores were below average.”
But
Because
Consequently
Therefore
A teacher wrote, “The typhoon destroyed crops; therefore, prices increased.” Which transition word is used to show the cause-and-effect relationship in the sentence?
But
However
Similarly
Therefore
A student’s writing includes humor, sarcasm, and formality. Based on these characteristics, which aspect of writing is being demonstrated?
Grammar
Structure
Style
Syntax
A paragraph begins with “In fact, many students prefer group projects.” Which of the following best explains how the transition “In fact” is used?
It shows similarity.
It emphasizes a point.
It shows an illustration.
It manifests a contrast of ideas.
We must act now to save our forests before it is too late! Which part of a persuasive text does this most likely represent?
Body
Conclusion
Counterclaim
Hook
What type of sentence is Stop wasting water immediately!?
Declarative
Exclamatory
Imperative
Interrogative
Which part of a persuasive essay develops the main arguments with supporting details?
Body
Conclusion
Hook
Introduction
The extensive research conducted over the past decade, encompassing diverse cultural contexts and interdisciplinary approaches, demonstrates the intricate relationship between technological progress and ethical responsibility. Based on its purpose what type of sentence is this?
Declarative
Exclamatory
Imperative
Interrogative
To take everything into account, banning plastic bags will benefit future generations. Which part of a persuasive essay does this sentence most likely represent?
Body
Conclusion
Hook
Introduction
Given the series of unforeseen events that have disrupted the nation’s economic stability, could it still be possible that the government’s long-term recovery plan will succeed without significant revisions? What kind of sentence is this?
Declarative
Exclamatory
Imperative
Interrogative
Which of the following is an example of a sociocultural issue in the Philippines?
Traffic rules that are followed every day.
Singing contests that are held in the town fiesta.
Child labor that keeps children away from school.
Basketball games that are played in the barangay.
If a school principal is asked to approve a new policy requiring all students to participate in a weekly environmental awareness activity, such as clean-up drives or recycling workshops, who is the target audience of the proposal?
Administrators
Parents
Students
Teachers
A flyer encourages young people to register for voting. Who is the intended audience?
Children
First-time voters
Parents
Students
A campaign encourages households to recycle plastic bottles. What is the purpose of the text based on its intent and message?
To inform people about history
To entertain people with humor
To describe the beauty of nature
To persuade people to take action
If a senator writes a speech addressed to fellow lawmakers, who is the target audience?
Laypeople
Farmers
Policymakers
Students
A brochure explains the dangers of child labor and ends with an appeal: “Let us all work together to give children the chance to study.” Based on its content and emotional appeal, which reason best explains why this brochure is effective?
It is effective because it only states personal opinions.
It is effective because it entertains readers with stories.
It is effective because it uses technical language to explain laws.
It is effective because it persuades readers to support a social cause.
In persuasive writing, what term refers to the main statement that clearly expresses the writer’s central argument?
Claim
Evidence
Reasoning
Thesis statement
All high schools should require community service before graduation. What type of claim is being made based on its intent to propose a change in practice or policy?
Claim of belief
Claim of fact
Claim of policy
Claim of value
A research report includes surveys, statistics, and charts. What type of support is used based on the nature of the evidence presented?
Anecdote
Empirical data
Personal opinion
Testimony
Which part of an essay demonstrates the writer’s ability to connect evidence to the main argument, and how does it function to strengthen the overall claim?
Claim
Counterclaim
Thesis
Reasoning
Which of the following thesis statements best applies to the qualities of a strong thesis by being specific, debatable, and clearly expressing the writer’s position?
People need food to survive.
I think school is important.
The government should provide free college education to reduce student debt and promote equal opportunity.
Everyone in the world experiences emotions.
A student writes the thesis: “Teenagers must limit social media use to two hours daily.” Which revision makes this thesis stronger and more persuasive?
Social media is used by teenagers daily.
Teenagers should think about their social media habits.
Teenagers like to use social media for many hours daily.
Teenagers must limit social media use to two hours a day to protect mental health.
What is the very first step in writing a position paper?
Drafting the conclusion
Presenting the evidence
Writing the counterclaims
Choosing an issue to discuss
In a position paper, which section is specifically designed to address and refute opposing viewpoints, and how does this contribute to the strength of the writer’s argument?
Conclusion
Counterargument
Evidence
Thesis
What is the main purpose of writing a position paper?
To entertain the reader
To narrate events in detail
To describe people and places
To present an opinion with reasons
Why is research an essential component in writing a position paper, and how does it affect the quality of the argument presented?
It entertains the reader.
It makes arguments stronger.
It shows only personal feelings.
It summarizes everything quickly.
In a position paper, what does the statement “Single-use plastics must be banned across the country” represent?
Claim
Counterargument
Evidence
Reasoning
A student drafts a position paper but presents arguments in a disorganized way, lacking transitions between ideas. As the editor, which of the following suggestions would be the most effective in improving the paper's coherence and logical flow?
Use transition devices to connect ideas clearly.
Shorten the sentences to make them easy to read.
Add more emotional words to convince the reader.
Replace facts with personal opinions to make it relatable.
You are tasked with creating an advocacy campaign video. To ensure your message is effectively delivered, which element must you include?
Clear message
Complex language
Humor
Long statistics
You are analyzing the slogan below used in a tourism campaign. Based on your understanding of media strategies, what does this slogan best represent?
Advertising campaign
Persuasive text
Propaganda
Testimony
Which group is the most appropriate audience to focus on to maximize the campaign’s impact against smoking?
Children
Policymakers
Smokers
Teachers
An advocacy video uses text, images, and music together. To what type of communication can this be classified?
Monomodal
Multimodal
Single-modality
Traditional texts
A group of students created a campaign video against smoking. It features loud background music, very small text, and long statistics. As an evaluator, which of the following best explains the main weakness of the campaign based on its effectiveness in delivering the message?
The text is small, so it makes the video short and direct.
The statistics are present, so the campaign is informative.
The music is loud, so it captures the attention of teenagers.
The message is not clear because the text and music distract.
You are tasked with designing an advocacy campaign to promote proper waste segregation in your school. Which of the following strategies would be the most effective in engaging your audience and delivering your message clearly?
Create a poster that only lists rules to follow.
Write a long essay describing why segregation is important.
Post a single sentence on social media about proper segregation.
Record a video showing students segregating waste with captions and music.
