ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 9 – THIRD QUARTER EXAMINATION

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I. A. Match the vocabulary with its correct definition. Write the letter of the answer. 
I 1. To withdraw formally or publicly something that one has openly professed A. disseminate  
E 2. To quiver, flutter, or tremble; to beat quickly B. edify
J 3. Composed and serene; calmly deliberate; settled C. mitigate
G 4. To evade the truth in a deceptive or ambiguous manner D. palliate
H 5. Lavish or unrestrained supply; abundance; overflow E. palpitate
C 6. To make or become less severe or painful; to moderate F. propitiate
D 7. To cause a fault or crime to appear less serious; moderate, soften G. prevaricate
B 8. To build up in faith and holiness through instructions; benefit H. profusion
F 9. To conciliate a power; to cause to be favorably incined I. recant
A 10. To scatter abroad; to spread abroad J. sedate
 
B. Complete each sentence with the correct word found in Test A. 
1. As good Christians, we must seek to edify our neighbors about God and Jesus Christ.
2. Since Eric has a phobia of reptiles, his heart will palpitate if he even looks at a photo of a snake.
3. A profusion of ice on the roads and interstates has caused the governor to issue a state of emergency.
4. In hopes of avoiding questions about his recent car accident, the actor tried to prevaricate during his
interview.
5. Sheila can avoid a lawsuit if she is willing to recant her malpractice allegation against her physician.
6. The only way to sedate the hostile dog was by putting him to sleep with a tranquilizer.
7. After the presidential election, it would not take long for the media to disseminate the results to living
rooms around the world.
8. The psychologist suggested I write a letter to my deceased mother in order to palliate the anger I felt
towards her.
9. People would often sacrifice their friends and family members to propitiate the gods in order to be
pardoned for their misdeeds.
10. The government hopes the tax break will mitigate unemployment by allowing big companies to hire more
people.

III. Verbal
A. Participle
i. Underline each participle in the following sentence. Draw an arrow to the noun that it describes.
1. Where did Maddie hide Tara's running shoes?
2. Nolan dropped the burned toast into the trash when his stressed mom was not looking.
3. Andy and Gustaf surprised their hard-working principal with a loud cheer.
4. Shea knows that many advertising companies target girls in their early teens.
5. "Abandoned cats and dogs have become a common sight in our cities," said Walker.
6. The reporting journalist squinted at the bright lights in William's house.

ii. Circle the correct participle adjective form in each of the sentences below.
1. I don’t understand chess. The rules are very (confused / confusing).
2. He was (embarrassed / embarrassing) when he arrived late for class.
3. There is a new movie playing at the theatre. Are you (interested / interesting)?
4. My little brother makes too much noise. He is (annoyed / annoying).
5. I like my new chair. It’s quite (relaxed / relaxing).
6. Moving to a new home is hard work. It’s (tired / tiring).
7. The sad news made me (depressed / depressing).
8. Louise got a B+. She was (satisfied / satisfying) with her test results.

iii. Combine the following pairs of sentences by using participles. Circle the participles used.
1. We met a boy carrying a heavy bag.
2. Decorated with lights, the house looked beautiful.
3. Seeing the policeman, the robbers ran away.
4. Finding the door open, I went inside.
5. The police saw the body floating down the river.

B. Gerund
i. Underline each gerund. On the blank, write how it is used: S for subject, DO for direct object, OP for object of a
preposition, PN for predicate nominative or AP appositive.
S 1. Arguing with me takes much of my little brother's time.
OP 2. Allow twenty minutes a pound for roasting the turkey.
S 3. Stretching all the muscles takes up much of a dancer’s practice time.
PN 4. The grandest movement of ballet is leaping.
DO 5. In the 1920s modern dancers started moving in a completely new way.
AP 6. Joan’s dream, singing with Black Pink, has come true last night.
OP 7. The darkness of the night prevented us from finishing the job.
S 8. Rising with the sun did not appeal to him.
OP 9. After standing behind the counter all day, Jim likes to relax a night.
PN 10. The best hobby for me is exercising.

ii. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate preposition and a gerund.

Example: (enter) We were prevented from entering the palace.
1. The man pleaded guilty of attacking the constable.
2. She insisted on getting paid at once.
3. The doctor warned him against taking drugs.
4. You are always complaining about having too much work to do.
5. I am confident of winning the first prize.
6. Bad weather prevented us from resuming the journey.
7. Our energy needs can be met by harnessing the power of the sun wherever possible.

C. Infinitives
i. Circle the infinitive in each sentence. Then, label each as a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Adverb 1. The falcon stopped to dive at its prey.
Noun 2. To dream requires incredible courage.
Adjective 3. The best person to consult is your counsellor.
Noun 4. He wanted to cry.
Adverb 5. To do well in college, one must study diligently.
Noun 6. Our aim is to improve.
Adjective 7. The teacher assigned several exercises to complete.

ii. Join each pair of sentences by using infinitives.

1. He did not have even a penny with him to buy a loaf of bread.
2. Every cricket team has a captain to lead other players.
3. You must part with your belongings to save your life.
4. He went to England to learn English.
5. The robber took out a knife to frighten the traveller.
D. Use the following words according to the verbal provided. Circle the verbal in each sentence.
Word Participle Gerund Infinitive

analyze

encourage

IV. Evaluating Relevance and Truthfulness of Ideas

i. Read each statement carefully. If the statement expresses a fact, write (/) but if it expresses an opinion, write (x).
Write your answer on the blank provided before each number.
X 1. War is always wrong.
/ 2. Many innocent people are killed in war.
X 3. Teachers should be allowed to smack children if they misbehave.
/ 4. Royal weddings always attract a lot of interest.
/ 5. Cigarettes cause lung cancer.
/ 6. Local councillors should spend more time listening to residents and less time listening to each other.
/ 7. Local councillors are elected for a period of three years.
X 8. | think public opinion will change over time.

ii. Read the statements and assess if these scenarios are true to you. Give your insights about these.
1. People who dream big are usually successful people.
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2. Just enjoy your life and set aside your goals while you are still young.
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iii. Answer the following questions.

1. What are the basis to evaluate the relevance and validity of an idea?
(a) Your personal observation or experience;
(b) Personal interview with knowledgeable persons or authoritative sources; and
(c) Current publications and other reference materials
2. What are the pointers that may help give a logical evaluation?
(a) A fact is a statement known to be true or which can be proven to be true.
(b) An opinion is a statement that tells what someone believes to be true. An opinion may or may not be
correct.
(c) The opinion of an authority on a subject may be believed.
(d) Facts are more reliable as basis because they can be defended.

V. Bias and Prejudice

i. Read the scenario. Tick (/) Bias, if it is bias and Prejudice if otherwise. Explain your judgement.
Bias Prejudice Explanation
1. Students who are academically /
inclined are more successful in life than
those who settle for passing grades.
2. Name-calling someone just because he /
or she is a PWD (Person with Disability).

3. O.J. Simpson was acquitted of two- /

counts of murder after a long and
thorough due process of law, but many
Americans still consider him a convicted
killer anyway just because of being
black.
4. Mr. Salazar always gives Stacey extra /
points in class because of minor
accomplishments as compared to the
others who do their best to go beyond
the standards.
5. It is sometimes assumed that someone /
who is physically disabled is also
mentally disabled.
6. Shernea effortlessly won the contest /
because one of the innumerable favors
she has secretly given to many of the
members of the board of judges.

7. People who are extravagantly-dressed /

are more beautiful or handsome than
those who wear simple clothes.
8. Boys are superior to girls when it /
comes to Math and Science.

ii. Answer the questions asked.

1. What is the difference between bias and prejudice? Cite examples happening inside the school.
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2. Why is it necessary to examine judgements based on given scenarios?

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