Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
MIMAROPA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF OCCIDENTAL MINDORO
San Jose North District
SAN AGUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
San Agustin, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
1st Periodic Exam in
English 5
S.Y: 2025-2026

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Identify the key elements of a narrative,

including characters, setting, plot,
conflict, and theme.

1. Identify the elements of a story, such

1 1 1
as characters, setting, plot, and conflict
R- 1,2,3
using story grammar (EN5LR-I-1-1)

2. Identify the purpose and main idea of 2 2 2

a story (EN5LR-I-1-1)

3. Sequence the events in the story 2

(EN5LR-I-1-1) 2 2 2
An- 4,5

Recognize sound devices and figures of

speech used in a selection

3 3
1. define the following sound devices
and figures of speech used in literary 3
texts: onomatopoeia, alliteration,
assonance, and consonance; simile,
metaphor, and personification (EN5LR-I-
1-1)

2. identify onomatopoeia, alliteration,

assonance, consonance, similes,
metaphors, and personifications used in
a selection (EN5LR-I-1-1) R-
6,7,8,9,10,11
3 3 3

Deriving Meaning from Textual

Elements of a Literary Text 3 3 3

U- 12,13,14
a. infer character emotions through
actions and dialogue

b. describe character traits, feelings,

and actions evident in the text using
words with literal or denotative and 2 2 2
implied or connotative meaning to R- 15,16
describe or refer to character traits,
feelings, and actions

Deriving Meaning from Textual

Elements of a Literary Text

• Making Predictions and Drawing

Conclusions 6 6 6 C-
17,18,19,20,21,
22

Comprehending Informational Texts

a) Identifying Text Types and Author’s R- 23,24,25

Purpose 2 2 2

i) determine the important details of an

explanatory text (EN5LR-I-2)

1 1 1
ii) describe the characteristics of a text
that aims to explain (excuse letter)
(EN5SW-I-5)

1 1
1 An- 26
iii) Use glossary in understanding key
terms and concepts (EN5SW-II-1)

a. Analyzing Informational Texts

i. differentiates statements of fact and 1 1 1 R- 27,30

opinions in texts (EN5LR-I-2)

ii. generate a summary from

informational texts (EN5LR-I-2) 1 1 1

C- 28,29

iii. fill out personal data forms (EN5SW- 1

I-7)
1 1

iv. describe how color affects the

meaning of informational text (EN5VR-I-
 2)

1 1 1

Compose appropriate sentences for 3 3 3 E- 31,32,33

clarity and coherence.

Use tone and mood appropriately for

one’s purpose, context, and target
audience: formal.

3 2 2 Ap- 34,35

Use appropriate non-verbal cues for 1 1 Ap- 36

clarity of context, purpose, and 1
meaning.
1 1 1

Identify visual elements: using layout

(margin, grid, header, slide bar).
1 1 R- 37

1
Derive meaning based on the visual
elements.
1 1

1
Evaluate cultural appropriateness of
visual elements. 1 1 C- 38,39,40

Create a visual text drawn from visual

elements learned.

Total 41 4 1 3 4 5 0 11 40
0 7

Prepared by: Checked by:

ADRIAN T. RAPADA MARJORIE O. DIZON

Adviser/Teacher III Master Teacher I

Noted:

DEOLITO C. TAYPEN
Principal IV

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
MIMAROPA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF OCCIDENTAL MINDORO
San Jose North District
 1st Periodic Exam in
English 5
S.Y: 2025-2026

Directions: Read each item carefully. Shade the letter of the correct answer on your answer sheet.

I. Read the short story and answer the questions that follow:

"Lia and the Garden"

Lia loved spending time in her grandmother’s garden. Every Saturday, she
helped water the plants and remove weeds. One day, she noticed the flowers
weren’t blooming as much. She told her grandmother, who explained that the
soil needed more nutrients. Together, they added compost and took extra care of
the plants. A few weeks later, the garden was full of bright, blooming flowers
again. Lia felt proud knowing she helped bring the garden back to life.
1. Which of the following are the main elements of the story?
A. Lia, garden, flowers, problem with the soil
B. Lia, grandmother, garden, blooming flowers
C. Lia, Saturday, watering plants, bright sun
D. Lia, compost, vegetables, rain
2. What is the main idea of the story?
A. Gardening is a fun weekend activity.
B. Lia helped her grandmother fix the garden by taking care of it properly.
C. Lia only visits her grandmother to play.
D. Flowers need sunshine to grow.
3. What is the main purpose of the story?
A. To explain how to grow flowers quickly
B. To describe the different types of garden soil
C. To show how helping and caring can solve a problem
D. To tell why Lia visits her grandmother every Saturday
4. What did Lia do before she noticed the flowers weren’t blooming?
A. She added compost to the soil
B. She told her grandmother about the flowers
C. She watered the plants and removed weeds
D. She planted new flowers
5. What happened after Lia and her grandmother added compost and took care of the plants?
A. The flowers stopped growing completely
B. The garden was full of bright, blooming flowers again
C. Lia stopped visiting her grandmother
D. They planted vegetables instead
6. Which of the following sentences is an example of a simile?
A. The moon smiled down at the quiet village.
B. Her laughter was music to his ears.
C. He ran as fast as a cheetah in the race.
D. Time crept slowly through the night.
7. Which line uses onomatopoeia?
A. The silent stars shone brightly in the sky.
B. The bees buzzed busily from flower to flower.
C. Her heart was a locked box, hiding her pain.
D. A sea of faces stared back at him.

8. What is the figure of speech in this sentence: "The wind whispered through the trees"?
A. Simile C. Metaphor
B. Personification D. Assonance
9. Which sentence shows an example of alliteration?
A. The leaves rustled gently in the breeze. C. The cat meowed loudly at the
door.
 B. Peter picked a peck of pickled peppers. D. Her eyes were as blue as the ocean.
10. Which line contains an example of a metaphor?
A. His voice was like thunder. C. Her smile is sunshine on a rainy day.
B. The sun smiled at the children. D. The car honked loudly in traffic.
11. Which sentence uses onomatopoeia?
A. The sky was dark and gloomy. C. The flowers danced in the wind.
B. The bacon sizzled in the hot pan. D. The baby’s skin was as soft
as a cloud

II. Read the short passage below and answer the questions:

"The New Student"

Mia walked into the classroom with her head down, clutching her backpack
tightly. When the teacher introduced her, she gave a small nod and avoided
everyone’s eyes. During lunch, she sat alone and picked at her food without
speaking. Later, when a classmate dropped her books, Mia rushed over to help her
12. What gather
emotionthem.
is Mia likely feeling when she first enters the classroom?
A. Excited C. Angry
B. Nervous D. Confused
13. Which action best shows Mia’s true personality, despite her silence?
A. Clutching her backpack C. Sitting alone at lunch
B. Nodding at the teacher D. Helping a classmate who dropped her book
14. Which word describes Mia's personality based on her actions in the story?
A. Arrogant C. Shy
B. Generous D. Lazy
15. What does the phrase "picked at her food" most likely suggest about Mia's feelings?
A. She was enjoying her meal
B. She wasn’t very hungry or was feeling anxious
C. She didn’t like the food
D. She wanted to leave early
16. Which of the following uses a connotative (implied) meaning to describe Mia?
A. Mia helped someone pick up books. C. Mia was like a turtle hiding in her
shell.
B. Mia was a new student. D. Mia wore a blue shirt and black
shoes.

III. Read the passage and answer the questions below:

"The Forgotten Lunch"

As Anna got off the school bus, she suddenly stopped. “Oh no!” she whispered. She
had left her lunch on the kitchen counter. She didn’t have time to go back. All day, she
worried about how she would get through lunch without anything to eat. When lunchtime
finally arrived, she sat at the far end of the table, staring at her empty space. Suddenly, her
friend Lily came over with a smile and placed a sandwich and apple in front of her. “I brought
extra today,” she said.
17. What do you think Anna will do after Lily gives her the food?
A. Throw it away because she’s not hungry
B. Refuse the food and walk away
C. Thank Lily and eat the lunch
D. Complain that she wanted something else
18. What can you conclude about Lily’s character?
A. She likes to show off C. She is forgetful like Anna
B. She is thoughtful and caring D. She brings too much food

19. What might Anna do the next morning?

A. Forget her lunch again C. Ask someone else for lunch
B. Thank Lily by bringing a treat to share D. Avoid going to school
20. Why did Anna sit at the far end of the table during lunch?
A. She wanted to sit alone and hide her embarrassment C. She wanted to eat faster
 B. She didn’t like her classmates D. She was saving seats for
friends
21. What might happen if Anna continues to forget her lunch?
A. Her friends will stop helping her C. She will learn to prepare it the night before
B. Her teacher will pack her lunch D. She will eat everyone’s leftovers
22. What lesson can be learned from the story?
A. Always bring extra food C. Don’t sit alone at lunch
B. True friends help when you need it most D. Sharing food is bad
IV. Read the short passage and answer the questions:

"Why Do We Have Earthquakes?"

Earthquakes happen when there is a sudden movement of the Earth’s crust.
This movement is caused by the shifting of large plates under the ground. When
these plates push or slide against each other, the energy is released, causing the
ground to shake. Earthquakes can happen anywhere in the world, and they vary in
strength.
23. What is the main purpose of the text above?
A. To tell a story about an earthquake
B. To explain how earthquakes happen
C. To convince people to prepare for earthquakes
D. To describe a place where earthquakes are rare
24. Which important detail helps explain why earthquakes occur?
A. Earthquakes are very loud
B. Earthquakes happen only at night
C. Earthquakes happen when the Earth’s plates move
D. Earthquakes are caused by bad weather
25. What should you include in an excuse letter?
A. A drawing of your classroom C. A clear reason for your absence and the
date
B. A list of your favorite subjects D. A story about your vacation
26. You are reading a science book and see the word "magnitude" in bold. What should you do if
you don’t know what it means?
A. Skip it C. Look it up in the glossary
B. Guess from the title D. Ask a friend to read for you
27. Which of the following is a statement of fact?
A. Mangoes are the tastiest fruits. C. The sun rises in the east.
B. Exercise is more fun than studying. D. Dogs are better than cats.
28. You read an article about how recycling helps the environment. Which of the following is the
best summary?
A. Recycling is boring and takes too much time.
B. Recycling helps reduce waste and protect natural resources.
C. Many people don't recycle at home.
D. Recycling means throwing trash away.
29. Which of the following belongs in the "Nationality" field on a personal data form?
A. Male B. Filipino C. Honest D. Catholic
30. Why is the color red often used in informational warning signs or health posters?
A. Red is the most popular color. C. Red signals urgency, danger, or warning.
B. Red is calm and peaceful. D. Red makes posters look more artistic.
31. Which sentence is clear, coherent, and uses a formal tone?
A. Hey! I forgot my homework; can I send it later?
B. I dunno what to do with the project, help me out.
C. May I respectfully request an extension for my assignment, as I was unwell
yesterday.
D. OMG I totally missed the deadline!

32. Which of the following is the most appropriate sentence to use in a letter to your school
principal?
A. What’s up, Sir? Hope you're doing okay.
B. Yo, I need help with my stuff!
C. I am writing to ask permission to be excused from class on Friday due to a family
matter.
 D. Just letting you know I won’t make it on Friday, okay?
33. Which sentence shows proper sentence structure and coherence?
A. Because it was raining hard. I forgot umbrella.
B. I forgot my umbrella because it was raining hard.
C. Forgot umbrella raining, hard it was.
D. It rains and forgot umbrella me.
34. What is the best way to begin a formal letter requesting permission?
A. Yo, listen up!
B. Sup! Can I do something?
C. Dear Sir/Madam, I would like to request permission to...
D. Hey! I was thinking, maybe I can?
35. Which of the following sentences best fits a formal tone when writing an email to your teacher?
A. LOL I totally forgot the homework.
B. I’ll send it when I can, chill po.
C. I apologize for the delay in submitting my work. I will send it by this afternoon.
D. Wah! I got busy and forgot, hehe.

36. Which non-verbal cue best supports a formal presentation?

A. Slouching while talking C. Speaking clearly and using hand gestures to
explain
B. Avoiding eye contact D. Chewing gum while talking
37. What is the function of a header in a visual text or webpage?
A. To show colorful images C. To give the title or main idea of the page
B. To entertain the reader D. To create space between paragraphs
38. You see a chart comparing rainfall in different months. What is the best way to understand the
chart?
A. Guess the information based on color C. Read only the longest bar
B. Look at the labels and bars to compare data D. Focus only on the title
39. Which of the following is the most culturally appropriate visual element for a health poster in a
Filipino school?
A. A superhero from a foreign cartoon
B. A child in a Filipino school uniform washing hands
C. A Halloween skeleton with scary text
D. A photo of a busy American highway
40. You are asked to create a visual poster about “Healthy Eating.” Which visual element should you
include for clarity?
A. Bright colors with no labels C.Clear images of fruits and vegetables with short
labels
B. A cartoon with no message D. A long paragraph about nutrition in small print
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
MIMAROPA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF OCCIDENTAL MINDORO
San Jose North District
SAN AGUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
San Agustin, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

1st Periodic Exam in

English 5
S.Y: 2025-2026

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Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
MIMAROPA REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF OCCIDENTAL MINDORO
San Jose North District
Barrio ELEMENTARY
SAN AGUSTIN Site, San Agustin,SCHOOL
San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
09399173976
San Agustin, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
[email protected]
San Agustin ES
 1st Periodic Exam in
English 5
S.Y: 2025-2026

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Barrio Site, San Agustin, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

09399173976
[email protected]
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