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ENGLISH
SUBJECT
MATATAG CURRICULUM ACADEMIC
YEAR
GRADE
5 1ST PERIODICAL TEST 2025-2026
QUARTER 1
ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-2026

LEARNING REVISED BLOOM’S TAXONOMY LEVEL

ACTUAL INSTRUCTIONS
TOTAL NUMBER OF

WEIGHT (%)
TEST ITEMS

COMPETENCIES OF COGNITIVE DIMENSION

CODES

(DAYS)
REMEMBERING UNDERSTANDIN APPLYIN ANALYZING EVALUATIN CREATING
(INCLUDE CODES IF AVAILABLE)
G G G
NOI POI NOI POI NO POI NOI POI NOI POI NO POI ACTUAL ADJUSTED
I I
EN Comprehend literary texts. 4 8% 4 1,2, 4 4
5L 1 noting important elements (story 3,4
R- grammar) 2 sequencing at least 7
I-1 events 3 identifying type of plot:
sequential 4 analyzing sound devices a
onomatopoeia b alliteration c
assonance d consonance 5 analyzing
figures of speech to get and clarify
meaning a simile b metaphor c
personification 6 inferring: character's
feelings and traits 7 making predictions:
character's possible decision/action 8
drawing conclusions 9 identifying the
main idea 10 summarizing story events
11 applying the important story
elements to one’s schema: evaluating

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 possibility of an event happening in real
life
EN Comprehend informational texts. 1 4 8% 4 5,6, 4 4
5L noting important information through 7,8
R- outlining (topic, main idea, supporting
I-2 details): deductive organization
(inverted pyramid) 2 identifying text
types a explanation b news report 3
identifying author’s purpose a entertain
b inform, explain, describe 4 drawing
conclusions 5 making generalizations 6
making a summary 7 distinguishing fact
from opinion (statements of facts,
opinions, and fact-based statements of
opinion)
EN Use words with literal (denotative) and 4 6% 3 9, 3 3
5S implied (connotative) meanings in 10
W- sentences. 1 using context clues: ,1
I-1 analogy 2 using structural analysis a 1
suffixes: verb-forming suffixes 3 using
general references (print and online):
dictionary
EN Use tone and mood appropriately for 2 6% 3 12,1 3 3
5S one’s purpose, context, and target 3,14
W- audience: formal.
I-2
EN Compose appropriate sentences for 4 8% 4 15,1 4 4
5S clarity and coherence. 1 using subject- 6,17
W- verb agreement a kinds of nouns: ,18
I-3 collective, concrete, abstract b subject
pronouns demonstrative Relative 2
using kinds of verbs a helping b linking
(and sense) c Transitive 3 using tenses
of verbs a progressive present past
future 4 using adjectives: series

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 (determiner, quantity, quality, size,
shape, color) 5 using adverbs: manner
6 composing compound-complex
sentences
EN Produce text with introduction, body, 2 6% 3 19,2 3 3
5S and conclusion in conveying ideas: 0,21
W- giving relevant information on a given
I-4 topic.

EN Express ideas appropriately (age- 2 8% 4 22,2 4 4

5S appropriate, gender-responsive, culture 3,24
W- sensitive) for one’s purpose, context, ,25
I-5 and target audience. 1 using text types
a narrative b explanation c news report
2 using friendly letters (e.g., excuse,
invitation, gratitude, etc.)
EN Use appropriate non-verbal cues for 2 6% 2 26,2 1 28 3 3
5S clarity of context, purpose, and 7
W- meaning. 1 using facial expressions 2
I-6 using gestures 3 using eye contact 4
using haptics 5 using posture 6 using
proxemics and blocking
EN Fill out forms accurately. 1 personal 2 6% 3 29 3 3
5S data forms 2 school forms ,3
W- 0,
I-7 31

EN Identify visual elements: using layout 2 6% 3 32,3 3 3

5V (margin, grid, header, slide bar). 3,34
R-
I-1
EN Derive meaning based on the visual 4 8% 4 35, 4 4
5V elements. 1 interpreting tone and mood 36,
R- (colors, space, layout, directionality) 2 37,
I-2 identifying the purpose of the visual 38

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 text 3 analyzing how visual elements
contribute to the meaning of a text 4
interpreting images/ideas that are
explicitly used to influence viewers a
stereotypes on age and gender b
stereotypes on socio-economic status
EN Evaluate cultural appropriateness of 2 6% 3 39, 3 3
5V visual elements. 40,
R- 41
I-3
EN Create a visual text drawn from visual 2 6% 1 42 2 43, 3 3
5V elements learned. 44
R-
I-4
EN Identify multimedia elements: audio 2 6% 3 45,4 3 3
5V (dialogue, recorded narration, music, 6,47
R- sound effects).
I-5
EN Derive meaning for multimedia 2 6% 2 48 1 50 3 3
5V elements learned: identifying the ,4
R- author’s purpose. 9
I-6
TOTAL 40 10 14 16 8 7 3 2 50 50
0%

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DIRECTIONS: READ and ENCIRCLE the correct answer for each question. Answer silently.

1. Which of the following best shows the use of personification in a sentence?

A. The wind whispered secrets to the trees. B. The clouds are white.
C. He ran as fast as lightning. D. The book was interesting.

2. Scenario: A man climbing a mountain day and night and fighting wild animals. Why
did the main character climb the mountain in the story?
A. To find treasure hidden by pirates. B. Because his friends forced him.
C. To prove he was brave and could help his village. D. He got lost while hiking.

3. What is the type of plot used in a story that begins at the start, continues with
middle events, and ends with a resolution?
A. Flashback B. Sequential C. Inverted D. Puzzle

4. Which sentence shows assonance?

A. The cat ran past the man with a pan. B. The moon bloomed in June too soon.
C. The snake hissed in the grass. D. The big brown bear broke the box.

5. What is the main purpose of a news report?

A. To describe a person’s feelings B. To explain how something works
C. To entertain with a funny story D. To inform readers about current events

6. Which of the following is a statement of fact?

A. The weather today is too boring.
B. The Independence Day celebration is held every June 12.
C. Independence Day is the most exciting event.
D. Everyone should enjoy national holidays.

7. Read the paragraph and answer the question:

"Bananas are rich in potassium and fiber. Doctors recommend eating bananas for a healthy diet.
They are also an affordable fruit in many countries."

What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?

A. To entertain with a story about fruit B. To explain the taste of bananas
C. To inform readers about the benefits of bananas D. To convince people to stop eating
bananas

8. Which outline shows a paragraph written in deductive order (inverted pyramid)?

A. A. Specific event → B. Details → C. Main idea

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B. A. Supporting details → B. Main idea → C. Conclusion
C. A. Main idea → B. Supporting details → C. Extra information
D. A. Question → B. Answer → C. Ending

9. Read the sentence and answer the question:

"Just like a key opens a door, education opens opportunities."

What kind of relationship is shown in the analogy?

A. Cause and effect B. Part to whole C. Function D. Size comparison

10. What is the setting of a story?

a. Where and when the story happens
b. Who wrote the story
c. The story’s title
d. The ending
11. Which is an example of a story with a fairy tale element?
a. News report b. Biography c. Rapunzel d. Editorial

12. What part of the story tells what happened in the beginning, middle, and end?
a. Plot b. Theme c. Character d. Problem

13. Which of the following best describes a simile?

A comparison using or as.
B. Giving human traits to animals
C. A sound word
D. An exaggeration
14.What is an example of onomatopoeia?
A. Quiet B. Roar C. Big D. Gentle

15. Which sentence shows correct subject-verb agreement with a collective noun?
A. The team are playing well today.
B. The team is winning the championship.
C. The team have many players.
D. The team were late to practices.

16. Which sentence correctly uses a linking verb that shows a state of being?
A. The boy is very tired after the game. B. The boy kicks the ball.
C. The boy has finished his work. D. The boy runs quickly.

17. Which sentence correctly uses adjectives in a proper series?

A. She wore a red beautiful dress long. B. She wore a beautiful long red dress.
C. She wore a long dress red beautiful. D. She wore beautiful red long a dress.

18. What is the correct way to combine these two ideas into a compound-complex
sentence?
Idea 1: The students practiced for the program.
Idea 2: Their teacher guided them.
Idea 3: They were excited to perform.
A. The students practiced for the program, and their teacher guided them because they were
excited to perform.
B. Because the students practiced for the program and their teacher guided them, they were
excited to perform.
C. The students practiced for the program because their teacher guided them, and they were

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excited to perform.
D. Their teacher guided the students, and they practiced for the program. They were excited to
perform.

19. What are the three basic parts of a paragraph or composition?

A. Title, heading, picture B. Introduction, body, conclusion
C. Topic, story, question D. Hook, theme, summary

20. What is the main purpose of the introduction in a paragraph?

A. To give background music B. To end the story
C. To provide extra details D. To state the main idea or topic

21. Which part of a paragraph gives supporting details or explanations?

A. Introduction B. Conclusion C. Body D. Title

22. Which of the following best describes a narrative text?

A. It explains how something works step-by-step. B. It gives information about current events.
C. It tells a story with characters and a plot. D. It lists instructions and ingredients.

23. .The leaves whispered to each other in the wind. What figure of speech is used here?
A. Simile B. Onomatopoeia C. Personification D. Metaphor

25. What is the main purpose of an explanation text?

A. To entertain the reader with a story B. To describe a place or person in detail
C. To give reasons or steps to explain a process D. To share feelings and emotions

26. Which of the following is an example of an explanatory text?

A. A horror story B. A science experiment report
C. A fairy tale D. A poem

27. Which of the following words below is an abstract noun?

A. frienship B. table C. tree D. spoon

28. which of the following words below is a concrete noun.

a. happiness b. table c. friendship d. love

29. When filling out a personal data form, which of the following should you write in
the "Full Name" section?
A. Your first name only B. Your first name, middle initial, and last name
C. Your nickname and last name D. Your address

30. If you are filling out a school form that asks for your "Grade Level," what
information should you write?
A. The name of your school B. The year you were born
C. The grade you are currently in D. The name of your teacher

31. When completing a form that asks for your "Emergency Contact," which
information is most appropriate to include?
A. Your favorite book
B. The name and phone number of someone who can be reached in case of an emergency
C. The name of your best friend
D. Your hobbies and interests

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 Fill in the blanks the appropriate demonstrative pronoun (this, that, these or those)
to complete the sentences.

32.___________ books is about our country’s history. (near)

33.___________ flag represents our nations pride. (far)
34. __________ are the values we cherish as patriots. (near)

35. I can’t decide between_________ two songs for our school assembly. (near)

36. Which of the following sentences is a present simple tense.

a. Josephine is feeling shy.

b. The players are staying in the quarter
c. They playing soccer.
d. Every year we observe national heroes day with a program.

37. Which of the following sentences is a present progressive tense.

A. Johanna walks to school every day.

B. The school bus arrives at 7:00 o’clock from Monday to Friday.
C. We celebrate national heroes day inj the month of august.
D. He is walking to school right now.

38. Which sentence correctly uses a helping verb?

A. Kundiman sounds soothing.

B. the rice cake looks yummy
C. Gabriela silang is brave.
D. We are going to the riverbank tomorrow.

39. What is the meaning of tone in writing?

A. The sound of a person’s voice when reading aloud
B. The writer’s attitude or feeling toward the topic
C. The place where the story happens
D. The ending of the story

40. Which of the following best describes formal tone?

A. Uses slang and jokes B. Uses polite and complete sentences
C. Uses emojis and short words D. Sounds like you are talking to a friend

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ANSWER KEY 33.B
34.B
1. A 35.B
2. C 36.C
3. B 37.B
4. B 38.A
5. D 39.A
6. B 40.B
7. C 41.A
8. C 42.B
9. C 43.B
10.C 44.A
11.C 45.B
12.B 46.B
13.B 47.C
14.C 48.D
15.B 49.B
16.A 50.B
17.B
18.A
19.B
20.D
21.C
22.C
23.B
24.B
25.C
26.A
27.B
28.B
29.B
30.C
31.B
32.A

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