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Part 1: Literature
(1) The Poem that will not End
Q1. Choose the correct answer:
1. Why is the introduction to the poem important?
a. It is the forward.
b. It rhymes.
c. It tells the setting.
d. It tells the narrators name.
2. What was the author's purpose for writing this poem?
a. To entertain the reader with a poem about a boy that can't stop rhyming and
writing poetry on everything.
b. To inform the reader about poetry and rhymes.
c. To explain the importance of poetry.
d. To describe a day in the life of a boy.
3. Why do you think the poet chose to string together a series of phrases in the
poem "Skateboard"?
a. to show how Ryan feels about skateboarding.
b. to inform the reader about Ryan's skateboard.
c. to create a feeling of speed.
d. to show that Ryan likes sports.
4. Why does Ryan repeat "I'm captured"?
a. He was being followed.
b. He wanted to play.
c. His attention has been captured.
d. He has been captured by rhymes.
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5. What theme does the author want to convey in the poem?
a. Ryan can not stop writing poetry and rhyming.
b. Ryan hates poetry.
c. Ryan does not do well at school.
d. Ryan is tired.
6. Why does Ryan write on objects, or things, rather than on paper?
a. He is unorganized and didn't have time to find paper.
b. Rhymes came to him suddenly and he felt a need to write them down on
something, and anything would do.
c. He thought it was more creative to write on things rather than paper.
d. He was out of notebook paper.
7. Which of the following describes Ryan's personality traits?
a. active, enjoys recess
b. He is good at writing stories.
c. He is liked by everyone.
d. He is a poor student.
8. (Like a blazing comet) What type of figurative language is used in this line?
a. idiom
b. hyperbole
c. similie
d. metaphor
9. What does the boy most likely mean when he writes that he has been
“captured”?
a. He cannot leave school until he writes a poem.
b. He cannot go outdoors while it is raining so hard.
c. He cannot stop writing poetry although he wants to.
d. He cannot flee the cafeteria before he cleans the table.
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10."The Poem That Will Not End" is a narrative poem. What are the
characteristics of a narrative poem?
a. It tells a story with a character, a problem, and a resolution.
b. It informs the reader of the importance of rhyme.
c. The reason for rhyming is explained.
d. It describes the process of rhyming.
11.In the poem "Recess," the reader can tell that Ryan-
a. missed recess
b. can't go to recess
c. enjoys recess
d. likes to write poetry
12.In the poem, why does Ryan write on objects, or things, rather rather than
on paper?
a. He is unorganized and didn't have time to find paper.
b. Rhymes came to him suddenly and he felt a need to write them down on
something, and anything would do.
c. He thought it was more creative to write on things rather than paper.
d. He was out of notebook paper.
13.What type of poem is "Going Bananas"?
a. quatrains
b. limerick
c. acrostic
d. Haiku
Q2. What is the figurative language used in the following:
1. Pop
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2. He blows banana bubbles
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3. There are poems that swim in my head
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4. We are planets orbiting your supreme presence.
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5. Like a blazing comet
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6. I’m the road ahead
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7. Poems that swim in my head
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8. My tongue shrivels, dries, and disappears.
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9. My fevered brain
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10.I hear geese whisper
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(2) Eruption
Q1. Choose the correct answer:
1. What does a plummet in sulfur dioxide levels from 5,000 tons to 260 a day
possibly indicate?
a) The volcano's increased activity
b) The volcano settling down
c) Earth's natural processes
d) Tectonic plate movements
2. What did the scientists debate regarding the alert level systems?
a) Whether to evacuate the area immediately
b) Whether to raise the alert level to three
c) Whether to lower the alert level
d) Whether to ignore the seismic activity
3. What did the head of the Filipino geologists do while scientists debated the
alert level?
a) Raised the alert level to three
b) Ignored the seismic activity
c) Decreased the alert level
d) Evacuated the area without warning
4. How many Aeta tribe members were moved to evacuation camps due to the
alert level being raised to three?
a) 100
b) 1,000
c) 10,000
d) 100,000
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5. What did the VDAP scientists consider doing when the sulfur dioxide levels
dropped?
a) Raise the alert level to three
b) Ignore the seismic activity
c) Evacuate the area immediately
d) Lower the alert level
6. Why did the head of the Filipino geologists need time to spread the warning
to people in surrounding villages?
a) To conduct further research on the volcano's activity
b) To minimize panic among the villagers
c) To prepare for a potential eruption
d) To negotiate with the American scientists
7. What event prompted the movement of 10,000 members of the Aeta tribes
to evacuation camps?
a) Volcanic eruption
b) Decrease in seismic activity
c) Increase in sulfur dioxide levels
d) Raising of the alert level to three
8. According to Andy, how do volcanoes typically progress towards eruption?
a) They follow an orderly and predictable pattern
b) They ramp up and drop down in a straight line
c) They ramp up and drop down irregularly
d) They exhibit constant, uninterrupted ramping up
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9. Which sentence best summarizes the passage?
a) People left their homes when Mount Pinatubo erupted.
b) Many people died during the eruption of Mount Pinatubo.
c) Scientists observed Mount Pinatubo to determine when people should leave
the area.
d) Scientists learned more about Mount Pinatubo so people could help in future
emergencies.
10.Geologists use a seismograph to measure ________________.
a) earthquakes
b) gas
c) magma
d) ash clouds
11. The period during which a volcano is temporarily inactive is called
_________________.
a) dormancy
b) plume
c) harmonic tremor
d) quakes
12.The eruption of Mount Pinatubo was the _________largest eruption in the
twentieth century.
a) fourth
b) third
c) second
d) first
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Q2. Answer the following questions:
1. How do scientists measure and record details about earthquakes?
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“2. Do it tomorrow” What does it refer to?
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3. What does VDAP stand for? What is its purpose?
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Part 2: Reading Comprehension
Winter
Brrrr. Winter is cold in some places. Many plants do not grow during winter. Some
plants die. Snow and ice may cover the ground. It can be hard for animals to find
food during winter. Animals get through this time in many ways.
Birds and butterflies can fly. Many of them do not stick around for the winter. They
leave. They go to a place with nice weather. Then they come home in the spring. We
call this migration. Migrating is a good way to avoid the cold.
Another good way to avoid the cold is to sleep through it. Many animals hide during
the winter. Their bodies slow down. They save their energy. They do not eat. They
live off of their fat. They do this until food returns. We call this hibernation. Snakes,
frogs, and bears hibernate.
Some animals store food in their homes. They do not sleep all winter, but they do
much less. They live on what they saved in the summer and fall. This is what
squirrels, beavers, and raccoons do. Skunks do this too.
Other animals tough it out. They do not leave. They do not hide. They must survive.
Sometimes nature helps them out. Some animals grow thicker coats in the winter.
Other animals change color. The arctic fox is brown in the summer. His coat turns
white in the winter.
Winter may be pretty. It is nice to see snow on the trees. But it is dangerous too.
People are also at risk. You can get frost bitten or worse. How do you beat the
winter? Do you wear a thick coat? Do you stay inside? Or do you live somewhere
warm?
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Q. Choose the correct answer:
1. What happens to many plants during winter?
a) They grow quickly
b) They hibernate
c) They die
d) They migrate to warmer places
2. What is the term for an animal's inactive state during winter, where they
live off their fat reserves and do not eat?
a) Hibernation
b) Migration
c) Summering
d) Adaptation
3. Which animals are known to hibernate during winter?
a) Birds and butterflies
b) Squirrels and beavers
c) Snakes, frogs, and bears
d) Skunks and raccoons
4. What is the term for the process in which certain animals fly to warmer
places during winter and return in the spring?
a) Migration
b) Adaptation
c) Hibernation
d) Dormancy
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5. How do birds and butterflies cope with the cold winter conditions?
a) They hibernate
b) They fly to warmer places
c) They store food in their homes
d) They slow down their bodies
6. What is the primary purpose of animals going into hibernation during
winter?
a) To conserve energy
b) To migrate to new habitats
c) To hunt for food
d) To attract mates
7. Which animals store food in their homes to survive the winter?
a) Birds and butterflies
b) Squirrels, beavers, and raccoons
c) Snakes, frogs, and bears
d) Skunks and raccoons
8. What is one way animals get through the winter, aside from hibernation
and migration?
a) Finding warmer places to stay
b) Feeding on snow and ice
c) Speeding up their metabolic rate
d) Slowing down their bodies and living off their fat
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9. In which season do animals typically prepare for the winter by gathering
and storing food?
a) Winter
b) Spring
c) Summer
d) Fall
10. What is the main challenge for animals during the winter?
a) Finding mates
b) Finding shelter
c) Finding food
d) Avoiding predators
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Part 3: Vocabulary
Q. Choose the correct answer:
1. The _____________ driver honked and swerved dangerously on the road.
a. mishap
b. aggressive
2. John is Emma’s _____________, they were friends since childhood.
a. glamour
b. associate
3. She tried to _____________ her friends with a prank, but they saw through
her plan.
a. deceive
b. blemish
4. Many people choose to _____________ to other countries in search of
better opportunities.
a. overwhelm
b. emigrate
5. The _____________ work schedule allowed Sarah to pursue her hobbies
and spend time with family.
a. span
b. flexible
6. The actress showed _____________ as she walked down the red carpet.
a. glamour
b. flexible
7. The hazy memories of that summer vacation still ___________ in my mind.
a. linger
b. span
8. They stayed in a ____________ hotel with breathtaking views of the ocean.
a. fatigue
b. luxurious
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9. A _____________ with the oven caused the cake to burn.
a. detect
b. mishap
10.The workload can sometimes _____________ me, but I manage it with
proper planning.
a. overwhelm
b. deceive
11.The bridge has a _____________ of 500 meters, connecting the two sides of
the river.
a. span
b. hazy
12. She applied makeup to conceal the _____________ on her face.
a. blemish
b. festive
13. He can be a bit _____________ with his feedback, but he always speaks
honestly.
a. blunt
b. associate
14. Sarah is a _____________ and efficient project manager.
a. capable
b. linger
15. Based on the evidence presented, the detective was able to _____________
that the suspect was guilty.
a. conclude
b. emigrate
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16. The security system was able to _____________ the intruder's presence.
a. detect
b. nomad
17. After a long day at work, I felt _____________ creeping in, so I took a nap.
a. hazy
b. fatigue
18. The town was decorated with colorful lights for the _____________ season.
a. transport
b. festive
19. The hotel staff provided exceptional _____________, making the guests
feel welcome and comfortable.
a. flexible
b. hospitality
20. As a _____________, he traveled from one country to another,
experiencing different cultures.
a. mishap
b. nomad
21. The new high-speed train will _____________ between major cities.
a. transport
b. supreme
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Part 4: Grammar
Q1. Identify the main verb and the helping verb:
1. I am going to the store.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
2. She has been studying all day.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
3. They will be arriving soon.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
4. He should have finished his homework by now.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
5. We were watching a movie last night.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
6. The students have been practicing for the performance.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
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7. She can play the piano very well.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
8. They had gone to the beach before the storm hit.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
9. He is studying for his exam.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
10. We should go to bed early tonight.
Main verb: _____________
Helping verb: _____________
Q2. Underline the verb and write whether it’s an action verb or a linking
verb:
1. The dog barked loudly.
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2. She looked tired after a long day.
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3. The flowers smell fragrant.
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4. He felt happy after receiving the good news.
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5. The children played in the park all day.
_____________
6. The cake tastes delicious.
_____________
7. They appeared surprised by the sudden turn of events.
_____________
8. She became a doctor after years of hard work.
_____________
9. The storm sounds frightening.
_____________
10. We watched a movie last night.
_____________
Q3. Circle the direct object:
1. She ate an apple.
2. He bought a new car.
3. They painted the walls blue.
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4. I read a book last night.
5. We planted flowers in the garden.
6. The dog chased the cat.
7. They caught a fish in the river.
8. She wrote a letter to her friend.
9. He kicked the ball into the goal.
10. We watched a movie at the cinema.
Q4. Identify the tense used in each sentence (present simple, past simple,
future simple, present progressive, past progressive and future progressive):
1. She sings beautifully.
Tense: ________________________
2. They visited Paris last summer.
Tense: ________________________
3. We will go to the beach tomorrow.
Tense: ________________________
4. I am currently studying for my exam.
Tense: ________________________
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5. He was watching TV when I called him.
Tense: ________________________
6. They will be attending the conference next week.
Tense: ________________________
7. The sun rises in the east.
Tense: ________________________
8. She danced at the party last night.
Tense: ________________________
9. We will be traveling to Europe next month.
Tense: ________________________
10. They are currently working on a new project.
Tense: ________________________
11. He was playing the piano when I entered the room.
Tense: ________________________
12. We will be waiting for you at the airport.
Tense: ________________________
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13. The train leaves at 9 AM.
Tense: ________________________
14. She cooked dinner yesterday.
Tense: ________________________
15. They will arrive at the hotel later tonight.
Tense: ________________________
Q5. Choose the correct answer:
1. Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb in the present simple
tense?
a) She go to the store after work.
b) They enjoys playing basketball with their friends.
c) He writes a new song every week.
d) We will finished the project by next month.
2. What is the correct form of the verb in the past simple tense?
a) She had eated dinner before the movie started.
b) They runned three miles this morning.
c) He buyed a new car last year.
d) We watched the sunrise at the beach yesterday.
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3. In which sentence is the future simple tense used correctly?
a) They will goes to the concert next weekend.
b) She had will visit her grandmother last week.
c) He will sings at the talent show tomorrow.
d) We will travel to Europe next summer.
4. Which sentence is in the correct present simple tense?
a) They did their homework after dinner every day.
b) She run to the park this morning.
c) He sings in the choir at the church last Sunday.
d) They play tennis with their friends regularly.
5. What is the accurate past simple tense form of the verb?
a) She writed a story for her English class last night.
b) They played soccer at the park yesterday.
c) He had walked to the store this morning.
d) We will finished our lunch by 1 o’clock.
6. In which sentence is the future simple tense used accurately?
a) They will goes to the beach last weekend.
b) She watches a movie tomorrow evening.
c) He will be finished his homework before dinner.
d) We will visit the museum next week.
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7. Which sentence uses the correct present simple tense?
a) He had buy a new computer last week.
b) They goes to the gym every morning.
c) She writes in her journal every day.
d) We went to the concert last night.
8. What is the correct past simple tense form of the verb?
a) He had swam in the pool yesterday.
b) They will plays basketball after school.
c) She will visited her friend last weekend.
d) We will sing at the talent show next week.
9. In which sentence is the future simple tense used correctly?
a) They will go to the zoo last weekend.
b) She writes a letter to her grandpa yesterday.
c) He will read a book at the library tomorrow.
d) We has been to the beach last week.
10. Which sentence correctly uses the present simple tense?
a) They will go to the party later tonight.
b) She walks to the park this morning.
c) He sings at the concert last Friday.
d) We have finished our homework for tomorrow.
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