TUCDAO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Tucdao, Kawayan, Biliran

School ID: 303333
ENGLISH 8
PART 1-A. PROPAGANDA TECHNIQUES
Directions: Read each question below and choose the letter of the correct answer.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Which propaganda technique attempts to influence an audience by using words with strong
emotional appeal or may also portray stereotypes that cannot be supported by concrete evidences?
A. bandwagon
B. card stacking
C. loaded words
D. simplification
2. “A superstar mother talks about her experience of using the diaper that she prefers for her baby and
the advantages of using it.” What propaganda technique is used in the situation?
A. loaded words
B. simplification
C. testimonial
D. transfer
3. What propaganda technique is used by drug manufacturers in their advertisements that seems to
hide the possible harmful side effects of their products?
A. card stacking
B. name-calling
C. plain folks
D. soft soap
4. “In a school election, a voter is confused on who he is going to vote for school president, but
because most of his classmates and friends love “candidate X”, he decided to go along with the choice
of the majority.” What propaganda is used in the situation?
A. bandwagon
B. loaded words
C. name-calling
D. simplification4
5. Which propaganda technique is intended to reduce the critical issue into a simple one by using a
catchy expression to persuade uninformed listeners?
A. loaded words
B. simplification
C. soft soap
D. testimonial
6. “A brand of snack food is loaded with sugar and calories; however, the commercial boasts that the
product is low in fat, implying that it is also low in calories.” What propaganda technique is used in
these details?
A. card stacking
B. name-calling
C. plain folks
D. soft soap
7. Which statement uses soft soap propaganda technique?
A. You are a criminal! You don’t deserve to be elected.
B. My actions of service for you are my best work in life.
C. I am the right person to be voted because of my visible services.
D. I know that you are wise voters. The future of this country is in your hands.
8. What do you think is the right thing for you to do if you see a propaganda of a slimming tablet with
a promo sale of buy 1 take 1 and sold at a very cheap price and you really want to lose weight?
A. Not buy the product until I can prove that it is effective.
B. Immediately buy the product for its very good offer.
 C. Buy the product because of its convincing promotion.
D. Conduct a thorough research on the product especially for possible negative side effects of
the product before buying it.
9. What particular technique is used which is intended to make consumers accept or approve
something without looking closely at evidences?
A. advertisement
B. commercial
C. announcement
D. propaganda
10. What type of propaganda uses appealing phrases which are closely associated with highly valued
concepts and beliefs but without offering any supporting information or reason?
A. card stacking
B. glittering generalities
C. name-calling
D. soft soap
11. What propaganda technique is intended to damage the image of the competitor by using names
that evoke fear or hatred such as, “racist, dictator, and communist”?
A. card stacking
B. glittering generalities
C. name-calling
D. plain folks
12. Which propaganda technique presents a negative quality of a person, entity, object, or value to
discredit it and make the other option more acceptable?
A. loaded words
B. plain folks
C. simplification
D. transfer
13. What propaganda technique is used in the statement, “Things go better with Coke”?
A. card stacking
B. glittering generalities
C. name-calling
D. plain folks
14. What propaganda technique is commonly used in the world of advertising because buyers are on
the lookout for real experiences?
A. card stacking
B. name-calling
C. plain folks
D. soft soap 3
15. "I love visiting you folks in the city because people are wholesome, hardworking, and family –
centered.” Which propaganda technique is used in the statement?
A. glittering generalities
B. name-calling
C. plain folks
D. soft soap

B. Directions: Identify what words or phrases in the given tagline or statement in the propaganda
which are used to convince the audience to buy the product or accept the idea. Write your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

16. Statement: “Coke makes your day cooler.”

Answer: ______________________________
17. Statement: I am grateful to be in front of these beautiful and smart people.
Answer: _________________________________
18. Statement: Beware! Terrorists are everywhere.
Answer: ________________________________
19. Statement: Smart kids choose Bonakid!
Answer: ________________________________
20. Statement: “Amazing sugar-free muffins: healthy sweets that brighten your day!”
Answer: ______________________________
21. Statement:
I never expect to be cured from cancer using this Miracle Drink within three months. The doctor gave
me only six months to survive but God granted my prayers through this food supplement. Try it
yourself and it will never fail you!
Answer: _________________________________
22. Statement:
Nothing to worry! Statistics shows that the number of Covid-19 deaths in the country is only a bit of
the country's total population.
Answer:
_________________________________
23. Statement:
I decided to buy this cellphone because everybody else is using it. The cellphone has latest cutting-
edge technology which is sought by many.
Answer:
____________________________________
24. Statement:
"An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” A father reminds his son as he slips two apples into the
lunch bag of his son.
Answer:
____________________________________
25. Statement:
"The Hope of humanity”
Answer: ____________________________

PART 2. EXAMINING BIAS

Directions: Analyze the questions carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your
answers on a sheet of paper.

26. “Pageants are amazing platforms that promote different advocacies such as women empowerment,
child protection, and environmental conservation.” Which of the words below makes the statement
biased?
A. amazing
B. conservation
C. different
D. protection
27. “To have a vaccine for COVID-19 before the opening of classes on August 24, 2020 is
unbelievable.” What word makes the sentence biased?
A. before
B. opening
C. unbelievable
D. vaccine
28. “Buying a brand-new android cellphone is a waste of money.”
Which of the words in the statement shows bias?
A. brand new
B. buying
C. money
D. waste
29. Which of the following statements is an example of unbiased writing?
A. Filipinos are the best singers in the world.
B. High school dropouts will not be successful in life.
 C. Asian people have a diverse and rich cultural heritage.
D. Students who are good in Science and Math are brainy.
30.Which of the following statements expresses bias?
A. The Earth rotates on its own axis.
B. Jose Rizal is our country’s national hero.
C. Putting rubbing alcohol is the best way to kill bacteria and viruses.
D. COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a new strain of coronavirus.
31.Which of the following statements does NOT manifest bias?
A. Filipinos are considered the best English speakers in the world.
B. Women leaders are better than men when handling a health crisis.
C. Research studies are undertaken to help improve human condition.
D. Online games are the main cause of mental health problems among teenagers nowadays.
32.Which statement of the writer expresses bias?
A. This bag is made of leather.
B. This shampoo uses organic ingredients.
C. This perfume costs twice the price of a sack of rice.
D. The car that he bought was impossible to purchase given its price.
33.Which of the following statements shows the positive view of the author about mobile games?
A. It distracts teenagers from their academic priorities.
B. It enhances the analytic and critical skills of players.
C. It promotes messages about violence among teenagers.
D. It negatively affects their physical and psychological health.
34.Which of the following statements shows the negative view of the author about social media?
A. It breeds cyber bullying and depression.
B. It can be an avenue for business opportunities.
C. It develops the information and communication (ICT) skills of teenagers.
D. It allows people to create online communities and friendship.
35.What should an author do to avoid being biased? The author must…
A. present evidences to support personal opinions
B. present solid evidences on both sides of an issue
C. use words and expressions that appeal to the readers
D. use words and expressions to convince readers to take a stand
36. This refers to an author’s expression of his/her own opinion on a particular issue without
examining and presenting enough evidences.
A. bias
B. judgment
C. objective
D. subjective
37. Which of the following factors influences a person’s bias?
A. evidences
B. experiences
C. facts
D. reality
38. All of the following statements are true about bias, EXCEPT:
A. presenting both sides of the issue
B. telling only a part of the issue at hand
C. putting across an unfair or one-sided opinion
D. being subjective as opposed to being objective
39. Which of the statements below helps a person determine the author’s biases?
A. Use of diction and evidence
B. Use of credentials
C. Use of personal thoughts
D. Use of words
40. “Fathers are always responsible in making decisions than mothers.”
Which of the words below makes the statement biased?
A. always
B. decision
 C. making
D. responsible

PART 3. Determining Various Social, Moral, and Economic Issues Discussed

Directions: Read each question comprehensively, and pick out the letter of best answer. Write your
answers on a separate sheet of paper.

41. Which of the following best describes a social issue?

A. It causes an increase in unemployment.
B. The people recognize the situation as a huge problem.
C. Only overseas workers consider the issue as a problem.
D. It involves a difference in beliefs and preferences of people.
42. Which of the following can be categorized as a social issue?
A. increasing population
B. cheating during exam
C. high prices of commodities
D. low agricultural production
43. What issue reflects the scarcity of resources which are deemed insufficient to satisfy human wants
and needs?
A. social issue
B. moral issue
C. economic issue
D. public issue
44. Which of the following is a primary indicator of an economic issue?
A. increased crime rate
B. rising dropout cases
C. differences in beliefs
D. high unemployment rate
45. Which of these factors is NOT part of a moral issue?
A. difference in beliefs or preferences
B. poor regard of the common good
C. lack of compassion for others
D. price increase in basic commodities
46. Which of the following can be considered as a moral issue?
A. abortion
B. hunger
C. pollution
D. unemployment
47. What kind of issue is presented in the following situation? Children die quietly in some of the
poorest villages on earth because the families cannot afford medical services.
A. social issue
B. moral issue
C. economic issue
D. psychological issue
48. What kind of issue is presented in the following situation? High fuel costs and soaring commodity
prices, together with fears of global recession, are worries of all countries.
A. social issue
B. moral issue
C. economic issue
D. psychological issue
49. Which of the following situations shows a moral issue?
A. A job seeker finds it difficult to land a job.
B. A family experiences financial crisis due to the pandemic.
C. A father resorts to stealing to support his family.
D. A community sees a surge in drug addiction cases.
50.Which of the following situations reveals a social issue?
A. A job seeker finds it difficult to land a job.
B. A family experiences financial crisis due to the pandemic.
 C. A father resorts to stealing to support his family.
D. A community sees a surge in drug addiction cases.
51.Which of the following situations poses a moral issue?
A. A school conducts symposium about bullying.
B. A community works together for a clean-up drive.
C. A group of students cheats in an examination.
D. A group of people stages a hunger strike on the street.
52.Which of the following situations presents a social issue?
A. A school conducts symposium about bullying.
B. A community works together for a clean-up drive.
C. A group of students cheats in an examination.
D. A group of people is having a hunger strike on the street.
For items 53 -55, read the following transcript taken from a listening text and answer the following
questions.

53.What specific societal problem is discussed in the text?

A. peer pressure
B. lack of education
C. students’ dropouts
D. teenage pregnancy
54.What type of issue is the problem discussed in the text?
A. social issue
B. moral issue
C. economic issue
D. psychological issue
55.Which of the following statements is true about the issue on teenage pregnancy based on the text?
A. Teenage pregnancy is an economic problem.
B. Teenage pregnancy is solely caused by peer pressure.
C. Teenage pregnancy can result in many health problems.
D. Teenage pregnancy can be solved through sex education.

PART 4. Analyzing Literature as a Mirror to a Shared Heritage

Directions: Read and analyze the following questions carefully. Write the letter of your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.

56. “Ravana abducted Sita and forced her to be his wife. Rama came to rescue Sita. He fought and
confronted Ravana and his evil brothers. Finally, Rama killed Ravana and freed Sita.” What type of
conflict is used by the author?
A. man vs. man
C. man vs. society
B. man vs. self
D. man vs. supernatural
57. “Long ago, the kingdom of Ayodhya was ruled by a wise king. Ayodhya is part of the Ancient
Sarayu in India.” What literary element is emphasized from this statement?
A. character
B. plot
C. setting
D. theme
58. “While it is true that Rama’s stepmother, the second wife, is against Rama to be
crowned as the next king, Ravana is considered as the main antagonist of the
story Ramayana.” What literary element is emphasized in the text?
A. character
B. plot
C. setting
D. theme
For items 59 and 60, choose your answers from the following sequence of events from Ramayana.

A. Rama, the son of King Dasharata, was the prince of Ayohdya. In a neighboring city, the
ruler's daughter named Sita chose Rama as her bridegroom at a ceremony called a
Swayamvara.
B. . The ten-headed Ravana, the ruler of Lanka, devised a plan to abduct Sita and sent a
magical golden deer which Sita desired her lover to hunt. While Rama was away, Ravana
grabbed Sita and carried her off to Lanka.
C. A mighty battle took place. Rama killed several of Ravana's brothers and then Rama
confronted him. Finally, Rama killed Ravana and he freed Sita.
D. After Sita had gained her freedom from Ravana, she proved her purity through the trial by
fire. Then, they returned to Ayodhya and Rama became the king.
E. As Rama became the king, he ruled Ayodhya with Ramrajya - an ideal time when everyone
does his or her duties and responsibilities.

59. The rising action of the story consists of the conflicts and complications that the main character
faces. Which of the above events shows the rising action of the story Ramayana?
60. Climax is the greatest point of interest or turning point of a story. Which of the above events show
the climax of Ramayana?
61. Theme is the central meaning or idea that the writer conveys to the reader. What do you think is
the theme of the story Ramayana?
A. seeking happiness
B. doing one’s duties
C. forgiving and forgetting
D. giving importance to wedding
62. “Ravana devised a plan to abduct Sita. He sent a magical golden deer which Sita desired Rama
to hunt. A long time had passed, but Rama didn’t return. Thus, Lakshmana went off to find his
brother.” – Ramayana. What point of view is used by the author?
A. first person
B. third person
C. omniscient
D. all of these
63. “I was standing in the dark. I was scared and cold. Then, I felt something on my shoulder, and it
was a hand. I was trying to get away, but it wouldn’t let me go. I screamed as loud as I could, but no
one heard me.” – In the Dark. What point of view is used by the author?
 A. first person
C. third person
B. omniscient
D. all of these
64. What values are evident in the Ramayana?
A. trust and hatred
B. pride and prejudice
C. loyalty and responsibility (dharma)
D. humility and thriftiness
65. Literature reflects the culture of a certain place. In Ramayana, Rama shows his undying love to
Sita by risking his life just to protect her. Which of the following Filipino culture mirrors this value?
A. A husband remains loyal to his wife no matter what trials come along.
B. A husband remembers the wedding anniversary with his wife.
C. A husband works hard in order to provide food for his family.
D. A Filipino family loves gathering especially during special occasions.
66. What is a body of written works such as poetry, novels, history, biography, and essays that reflects
the background of a certain culture?
A. epic
B. literature
C. poetry
D. prose
67. Which type of literature is a product of a writer’s imagination?
A. feature
B. fiction
C. parable
D. non-fiction
68. What is defined as the sequence of events that occurs from the first to the last line of the story?
A. character
B. plot
C. point of view
D. setting
69. Which type of literature is based on facts and talks about real people, places, and events?
A. features
B. fiction
C. non-fiction
D. sci-fi
70. What part of a plot refers to the conclusion or ending of a story?
A. climax
B. falling action
C. rising action
D. resolution
PART 5. Using Cohesive Devices
A. Directions: Fill in the blanks with coordinating conjunctions For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
(FANBOYS) correctly. Write them on a separate sheet of paper.

71. My mother will go to the market ________ buy some fruits.

72. I have just finished eating dinner, ___________I am already full.
73. Why don’t you call Isabel _______you to know what time she’s coming over tonight?
74. Don’t tell John about our surprise celebration for his birthday ______ share our plans to his
friends.
75. I am planning to buy a new laptop ______ my money is not enough.
B. Directions Below is an excerpt or portion of a text which lacks cohesive devices. Complete it by
choosing your answers from the words inside the parenthesis. Write the words on a separate answer
sheet.

I could not imagine how I become what I am today 76. (and, for) _____ it was really
different before. I stand before you now as a teacher. It was seven years ago, 77. (so, yet) ______ I
could still imagine as if it were just yesterday. I used to carry bags containing vegetables 78. (such as,
for) ______ okra, eggplant and bamboo shoots. I would sell them to the neighborhood where my
playmates would 79. (not only, either) ________ laugh at me, and tell stories of our poor family, 80.
(but also, nor) _______ bully me. However, I did not mind them because I needed to surprise my
mother. I am secretly buying her medicines.

C. Directions: Choose the appropriate cohesive devices from the choices inside the box to complete
the passage.
One day, John drove his car for work. (81) _________he was on his way, he noticed that the
road was under repair. He needed to find a way (82) ______ he could reach his destination early. (83)
_________he arrived; he was instructed by his boss to work with Ian on their next project. (84)
_______, he is not yet familiar with Ian. He was hesitant to reach out to him (85) ________he heard
that he was boastful and arrogant. (86) _________, Ian approached him (87) ______ discussed details
about the project. (88) _______ he felt awkward working with him (89) ______ he had no choice.
As the days went on, John noticed that Ian was the opposite of what he heard. (90) ______,
they worked as a team and finished their project successfully.

D. Directions: Choose a synonym from the box to replace a word in each sentence. Copy the sentence
in a separate sheet of paper.

_______91. Secure A. mad

_______92. Faithful B. weak
_______93. Frails C. talk
_______94. Courteous D. wealthy
_______95. Abandon E. vacant
_______96. Giggle F. polite
_______97. Angry G. laugh
_______98. Clever H. smart
______99. Speak I. safe
______100. Rich J. loyal

Breathe in…
Breeze through…
Break a leg!
 JJJ

Prepared by:

JUDY ANN ALAMBAG-HORFILLA

Teacher III