READING ASSESSMENT

MATERIALS IN ENGLISH
SECONDARY LEVEL
 TABLE OF
CONTENTS

I. Introduction 1-3
II. Reading Assessment Process 4-5
III. Reading Assessment Reminders 6-7
IV. Reading Prompt 8
V. Reading Materials 9-17
Teacher’s Copy
Student’s Copy
VI. Reading Assessment Forms 18-19
Form 1 – Reading Assessment Miscues
Form 2 – Reading Assessment Comprehension Form
Form 3 – Summary of Reading Results
 INTRODUCTION
The Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) has been used by the
Department of Education for a number of years to determine the reading levels of
the learners. This assessment tool served its use not only to determine the reading
levels of the learners but also as a basis to develop reading intervention programs
and materials for the struggling readers.

The Department of Education, Division of Rizal has taken the initiative to develop
reading instructional materials that will not only test the reading levels of the learners
but also to provide instructional decisions in reading across all grade levels.

As part of DepEd Rizal’s “innovision”, THE READING LEARNING PACKAGE is

conceived!

THE READING LEARNING PACKAGE is a compilation of locally-crafted reading

instructional materials with questions provided following the three levels of questioning:

Questions whose answers are

LITERAL explicitly stated/given

Questions which require learners to read

INTEPRETIVE between the lines to find the answer

Questions that draw from the learners their own

APPLIED way of visualizing things based on their own
scheme

The reading materials included have two parts; the teachers’ copy and the
learner’s copy. The selections are a combination of both narrative and expository
texts. The topics are carefully selected to appeal to the interests of the learners.

It also includes guideposts in reading administration processes and reading

assessment forms and templates. This package also has a priming part that will aid
the teachers in implementing the reading articles.

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 The main goal of this reading package is to assess the reading level of junior high
school learners, likewise, guide them in strengthening their vocabulary and reading
comprehension skills. Also, this package is designed to help reading teachers adapt their
techniques in teaching reading based on the needs of the learners. Furthermore, this will
also aid the technical-assistance providers to identify the problem in the field and propose
solutions to the identified problems specifically in reading. Finally, the proposed solutions
can be elevated to the policymakers to develop professional development programs such
as teacher-training programs to enhance the skills of the teachers in teaching reading.

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 Reading
Assessment Process

1. All secondary learners from Grades 7 – 10 will take a group

silent reading test. The reading selections to be used in this
test were crafted by selected teachers from the Division of
Rizal.

2. The learners will be given (10) ten minutes to read the

selection and answer seven questions included in the
selection.

3. The teacher will collect the answer sheets and check the
answers of the learners. (Dont check in the class since the
same material shall be used for the individual reading test)
Learners who will get three points and below shall take the
Individual Oral Reading Test. The oral reading test shall be
conducted one week after the group reading test.

4. In conducting the oral reading test, the same reading

selection and questions will be used.

5. The existing rules and procedures will be followed in

conducting the oral test.

6. Reports will be made after all data have been gathered

using the forms provided by the Division Office and submitted
to the EPS in English

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 EPS English PSDS School Heads School Reading
Coordinator/
Chairperson Teachers

Reading
Assessment
4 Process
 Reading Assessment

Reminders
PRELIMINARIES
THE PRINCIPAL

1. Attend orientation in the District on the conduct of the reading assessment.

2. Select teachers who will administer the reading assessment/inventory. ( max.of 50
learners to be assessed per teacher)
3. Orient teachers on the conduct of the reading test.
4. Prepare and reproduce materials.
5. Choose an area for the reading assessment.
6. Prepare a memorandum for the purpose including the schedule (time, date).
7. Make sure that the logistics are prepared, venue is well ventilated and well-lighted.

The Teacher/Reading
Assessment Administrator

1. Attend Orientation.
2. Secure copies of materials for the Reading assessment.
3. Read and understand the prompts (mechanics).
4. Prepare for the task (physically, mentally, emotionally).

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 Reading Assessment

Reminders
DURING THE READING ASSESSMENT
THE PRINCIPAL

1. Monitor the conduct of the reading assessment.

2. Troubleshoot concerns in the conduct of reading assessment
3. Take note of learnings and areas for improvement

The Teacher/Reading
Assessment Administrator

1. Read and Understand General Instructions.

2. Secure verbal consent from the learners using the given prompt.
3. Give the reading assessment.
4. List down important data using the forms.

AFTER THE READING ASSESSMENT

THE PRINCIPAL

1. Review and validate the consolidated school reading report

2. Submit report to the District

The Teacher/Reading
Assessment Administrator
1. Consolidate the results of the reading assessment
2. Analyze and interpret reading results
3.Submit report to the School Principal

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 READING
PROMPT
General Instructions
It is important to establish a relaxed atmosphere and build rapport with the
children to be assessed, via some simple initial conversation among topics
of interest to the child (see example below). It is important to emphasize
that the assessment is not meant to grade or score the children like an
exam. Read only the dialogue box below aloud slowly and clearly.

Verbal Consent
Read the text in the box clearly to the Student.

My name is _________________. I am a Teacher here in ________________.

I teach children like you.
· We would like to know how students like you read.
· We would like your help in this.
· I am going to ask you to read a selection.
· Using this (show the reading selection).
· This is not a test and it will not affect your grade in school.
· But I will ask you some questions about what you will read just so I
would know where you are good at and how we can help you.
· This selection is all about _______________ (see selection) .
· If you want to answer in Filipino, it’s all right.
· Shall we begin?

Check box if verbal consent is obtained:

(If verbal consent is not obtained, thank the child and move on to the next child using the same
form.)

Begin with the Assessment

Give the child copy of the passage while you are holding/using the Individual Reader’s Form.
Follow the Guidepost/Reading Process in giving the Reading Assessment.
Thank the child after the reading assessment.

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MATERIALS
TEACHER’S COPY
Prompts: Have you ever seen Magicians?
How do you feel after seeing their magic tricks? Read the selection.

THE MAGICIANS
Have you ever seen a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat? Magicians such
as these perform illusions. They perform tricks using animals, people and special
equipment. One popular illusion has, the magician places an assistant in a large
box and saws the box in half. The assistant gets out unharmed every time!

Another kind of magician is one who performs close up magic. These magicians
perform tricks with cards and small objects. Even when members of the audience
stand close to the magician, they still cannot figure out how tricks are done.

Adopted from DepEd Testing Manual

QUESTIONS:
1. Who performs tricks? ( Ans. magician performs tricks)
2. What does the magician perform when he pulls a rabbit out of a hat? (Ans. The
magician performs illusions.)
3. Based on the text, what popular illusion does the magician have? (The magician places
an assistant in a large box and saws the box in half.)
4. Are the tricks the same as illusions? Why? (Ans. No, because tricks are made outwardly
by persons or animals while illusions are done only in the minds.)
5. Do people enjoy watching the magicians? (Ans. Yes, because of the magic. / No,
because they are tricked.)
6. How would people/you feel when the assistant gets out unharmed after the
performance? (Ans. People/I would feel relieved when the assistant gets out unharmed.)
7. Would you like to become a magician? Why? Why not?
Possible answers:
No, it is a difficult task. No, I don’t want to fool people.
No, it is hard to please people. Yes, it is enjoyable.
No, I am a shy person. Yes, I want to make people happy.

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STUDENT’S COPY

Name: ___________________________ Score: _______

Grade and Section: _________________ Date: ________
Prompts: Have you ever seen Magicians?
How do you feel after seeing their magic tricks? Read the selection.

THE MAGICIANS

Have you ever seen a magician pulling a rabbit out of a

hat? Magicians such as these perform illusions. They perform
tricks using animals, people and special equipment. One
popular illusion has, the magician places an assistant in a
large box and saws the box in half. The assistant gets out
unharmed every time!

Another kind of magician is one who performs close up

magic. These magicians perform tricks with cards and small
objects. Even when members of the audience stand close to
the magician, they still cannot figure out how tricks are done.

Adopted from DepEd Testing Manual

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MATERIALS
TEACHER’S COPY

I REFUSE

Almost all Filipinos know the life of our national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal. But do you
know about the sufferings of his mother?
Dona Teodora, Rizal’s mother is a heroine in her own right. She had suffered shame,
imprisonment, and poverty in the hands of the Spaniards. Her lands and other
properties were taken away.
The Philippine Government upon seeing her sufferings agreed to grant her a life
pension as a sign of appreciation of the Filipino people. However, Dona Teodora firmly
but politely refused to accept the pension. She told the delegation that it is better to
give it to those who needed it the most.

QUESTIONS:

1. Who is Doña Teodora? (Knowldege)

2. What were taken from Doña Teodora? (Knowledge)
3. What did Doña Teodora refuse to accept? (Knowledge)
4. How would you describe Doña Teodora as a Filipino? (Interpretive)
5. What is the story about? (Interpretive)
6. To whom would you compare Doña Teodora? Why? (Application)
7. If you were Doña Teodora would you do the same? Why? (Application)

Answers:
1. Doña Teodora
2. Lands and other properties
3. Life pension
4. Answer may vary
5. Answers may vary
6. Answers may vary
7. Answers may vary

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STUDENT’S COPY

Name: ___________________________ Score: _______

Grade and Section: _________________ Date: ________

I REFUSE

Almost all Filipinos know the life of our national hero Dr. Jose
P. Rizal. But do you know about the sufferings of his mother?
Dona Teodora, Rizal’s mother is a heroine in her own right. She
suffered shame, imprisonment, and poverty in the hands of the
Spaniards. Her lands and other properties were taken away.

The Philippine Government upon seeing her sufferings

agreed to grant her a life pension as a sign of appreciation of
the Filipino people. However, Dona Teodora firmly but politely
refused to accept the pension. She told the delegation that it is
better to give it to those who needed it the most.

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MATERIALS
TEACHER’S COPY

READING IS LIFE

With the average hours of TV viewing reaching an alarming average of eight hours
a day, most people have forgotten reading as an enjoyable activity.
They hardly read news stories and articles and don’t read books for enjoyment.
Some would even spend a whole day working on their gadgets and iphones.
Technology has taken the place of books in today’s generation. Their lifestyle has also
changed giving individuals less time to interact with each other.
Research says that reading gives people more opportunity to participate in meaningful
talks, in making wise decisions and in solving problems properly – the skills needed to
live a good life.

QUESTIONS:

1. What enjoyable activity do most Filipinos forget? (Reading)

2. What has taken the place of books in today’s generation? (technology, lifestyle change)
3. What does reading give to people? (skills: participate in meaningful talks, making wise
decisions, solving problems)
4. Do you agree that reading improves the quality of life?Why? (allow for varied answers)
5. What is the author’s purpose in writing the article/text? (to emphasize/explain importance
of reading)
6. As a student, what can you do to improve your reading habit? ( allow for varied answers)
7. How can you encourage other students to read? (allow for varied answers)

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STUDENT’S COPY

Name: ___________________________ Score: _______

Grade and Section: _________________ Date: ________

READING IS LIFE

With the average hours of TV viewing reaching an alarming

average of eight hours a day, most people have forgotten
reading as an enjoyable activity.
They hardly read news stories and articles and don’t read
books for enjoyment. Some would even spend a whole day
working on their gadgets and iphones. Technology has taken
the place of books in today’s generation. Their lifestyle has also
changed giving individuals less time to interact with each other.
Research says that reading gives people more opportunity to
participate in meaningful talks, in making wise decisions and in
solving problems properly – the skills needed to live a good life.

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MATERIALS
TEACHER’S COPY

PH ‘most social nation’

The Philippines is the world’s “most social nation” based on social media activity
of Internet users.
“The Philippines was known as the text messaging capital of the world. With
easier Internet access and higher smartphone adoption, the country has transformed
into the most social nation.”
Social networking sites accounted for 86 percent of page views from its mobile
browser users in the Philippines—the highest percentage among 50 countries.
“With the unstoppable adoption of smartphones, people spend more time
accessing the Web on their mobile devices. The smartphone adoption rate in this
country has grown from 41 percent to 55 percent over the past year.”
Facebook, Google and YouTube were ranked as the top three most visited sites
in the Philippines.

QUESTIONS:

1. What is the “most social nation”?

2. Where is the title “most social nation” based?
3. What were the top three most visited sites in the Philippines?
4. Are you proud that Philippines was considered as the most social nation? Why?
5. What advantage/s can we get from this recognition?
6. What is your favorite social media site? Why?
7. How can you use social media wisely?

Answers: 1. Philippines 2. Social media activity of internet users 3. Facebook, Google,

Youtube 4. Allow for varied answers 5. varied answers 6. varied answers 7. varied answers

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STUDENT’S COPY

Name: ___________________________ Score: _______

Grade and Section: _________________ Date: ________

PH ‘most social nation’

The Philippines is the world’s “most social nation” based on

social media activity of Internet users.
“The Philippines was known as the text messaging capital of the
world. With easier Internet access and higher smartphone adoption,
the country has transformed into the most social nation.”
Social networking sites accounted for 86 percent of page
views from its mobile browser users in the Philippines—the highest
percentage among 50 countries.
“With the unstoppable adoption of smartphones, people
spend more time accessing the Web on their mobile devices. The
smartphone adoption rate in this country has grown from 41 percent
to 55 percent over the past year.”
Facebook, Google and YouTube were ranked as the top three
most visited sites in the Philippines.

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 Reading Assessment
Forms
Form 1 – Reading Assessment Miscues form
SECTION: __________________________________________
GRADE LEVEL: ______________________________________________
TYPES OF MISCUES
Reading
Student Refusal to
Name Mispronunciation Substitution Insertion Omission Reversal Total Level
Pronounce
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
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Form 2 – Reading Assessment Comprehension Form

SECTION: __________________________________________
GRADE LEVEL: ______________________________________________

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS Reading

Student Name
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7 Total Level
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

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 Reading Assessment
Forms
Form 3 – Summary of Reading Results
Part I. Quantitative Data
No. of Students in Frustration No. of Students Reading Level of Students, Pre-Test
Grade level Enrolment
level (Pre-Test of PHIL-IRI) Tested Independent Instructional Frustration
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10

No. of Students in Reading Level of Students, Post-Test

No. of Students
Grade level Enrolment Independent level Independent Instructional Frustration
Tested
(Post-Test of PHIL-IRI)
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10

Part II. Summary of Miscues

Grade
SUMMARY OF MISCUES PRE-TEST
level
Enrolment No. of Mispronunciatio Substitution Insertion Omission Reversal Refusal to
Students n Pronounce
Tested
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
TOTAL

SUMMARY OF MISCUES POST-TEST

No. of Insertion Omission Reversal Refusal to
Mispronunciatio
Grade Enrolment Students Substitution Pronounce
n
level Tested
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
TOTAL

Part III Analysis and Interpretation of Miscues and Comprehension Questions

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This Reading Assessment Resource Package has been made through the support and supervision
of SDO Rizal’s Schools Division Superintendent Dr. Marites A. Ibanez, ASDSs Christopher R. Diaz and
Ernesto D. Lindo, CID Chief, Dr. Teresita T. Paredes and through the initiative of the Education Program
Supervisor I in English, Lerma Labrador-Flandez

Writers: Flora Pagala, Virna Fuentes, Xandra Lee Cervitillo, Nelson Sepato, Danny Canon, Shiela Co,
Arlene Santos, Ricardo Mazo, Loida Santos

Evaluators: Dr. Nedia Lagustan, Lucillie Angeles, Dr. Teresita Cruz, Timothy Bautista, Eden Matawaran

Field Validators: Mary Grace Mallo, Joy Avelino, Lorena Santiago, Virna Paz, Danny Canon, Charito
Ramirez, Charo Bellin, Elsa Regino

Technical and Editing Team: Mark Joel Ditablan, Elmer Bobis, Romnick Nicolas

Lay Out: Mark John Diocado

Supplies: Edwin Balbuena

18 To God be the greatest Glory!

© June 2018