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Second Monthly Exam in First Grading
ENGLISH 8

Name: Date:
Year and Section: Score:
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Direction: Read the following questions carefully. Circle the letter that best describes the answer. (Avoid
erasure). Ambiguous Instructions: The directions for answering the questions are vague.
While it instructs to "circle the letter," it doesn't specify whether to use only capital letters or
lowercase letters. In test construction
1. Subjectivity: What constitutes the "best" answer can be subjective. Different
individuals may have varying criteria for determining what makes an answer the best.
This can lead to inconsistent grading or confusion among test-takers.
2. Pressure: The phrase "choose the best answer" can add unnecessary pressure on
test-takers. They may feel compelled to second-guess their choices or overthink their
decisions, leading to increased anxiety and potentially impacting their performance.
3. Clarity: Instructions should be clear and unambiguous to ensure fair assessment.
Using vague terms like "best answer" can leave room for interpretation, which may
lead to misunderstandings or disputes over grading.
4. Alternative wording: Instead of using "choose the best answer," instructions can be
phrased more precisely to specify what criteria should be used for selecting the
answer. For example, instructions could ask test-takers to "select the most accurate
response" or "choose the option that best fits the given criteria."
5. Encouraging critical thinking: Instead of simply seeking the "best" answer,
assessments should aim to evaluate a test-taker's understanding, reasoning ability,
and critical thinking skills. Using more specific language in instructions can help
emphasize these goals.

1. What does a lyric poem express?

a. gloomy times and bad feelings
b. hard times and hurt feelings
c. happy times and exciting feelings
d. personal thoughts and feelings
e.
The lapse in the provided question lies in the lack of specificity and clarity in the
options presented.

What is the primary focus of a lyric poem?

a. Expressing gloomy times and bad feelings

b. Portraying hard times and hurt feelings
c. Reflecting happy times and exciting feelings
d. Conveying personal thoughts and feelings
In this revision:

f. Clarity: The question is rephrased to inquire about the primary focus of a lyric
poem rather than what it "expresses." This provides a clearer direction for the
test-takers.
g. Options: The options are adjusted to offer distinct focuses for lyric poems,
making them less likely to be confused with each other.
h. Correctness: The options are reworded to align better with the typical subject
matter of lyric poetry. This ensures accuracy in the potential answers.
i.

2. A subtle comparison in which an author describes a person or thing using words that are not meant
to be taken literally.
a. Metaphor
b. Simile
c. Personification
d. Hyperbole

3. A series of lines grouped together and separated by an empty line from other stanzas. It is an
equivalent of a paragraph in an essay.
a. Form
b. Stanza
c. Line
d. Literary Device

4. The sun played peek-a-boo with the clouds" is an example of _______.

a. hyperbole
b. simile
c. personification
d. metaphor
e. "The sun played peek-a-boo with the clouds" is an example of which literary
device?
f. a. Hyperbole
b. Simile
c. Personification
d. Metaphor
g.

h. In this revision, I've clarified the question by specifying that it's asking for a
literary device. Additionally, I've rephrased the introductory statement slightly
 to make it more engaging and precise. These adjustments should improve the
overall clarity and effectiveness of the question.

5. "He drew a line as straight as an arrow" is a _______.

a. simile
b. metaphor
c. personification
d. oxymoron

6. A part of a poem forming one row of written or printed words.

a. Form
b. Stanza
c. Line
d. Literary Device

7. Poetry is an art form that uses ________.

a. pictures
b. paragraphs
c. words
d. music

8. Which is an example of personification?

a. My piece of pizza is hotter than a thousand suns.
b. The drawing is pretty ugly.
c. He brought a black rose to the funeral.
d. The trees waved at the passing joggers.

9. The lion roared.

a. Oxymoron
b. Onomatopoeia
c. Personification
d. Hyperbole

10. A quatrain has _____ lines.

a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5

11. A metaphor is different to a simile because... (Lack of Consistency: The questions vary in
complexity and clarity. Some questions are straightforward, while others are more
ambiguous or complex. For instance, question 11 is more nuanced compared to others)
a. it is a direct comparison and not an indirect one
b. it uses like or as
c. it compares two things only whereas a simile can compare more
d. maybe

12. The beaver represents Canada.

a. Symbol
 b. Simile
c. Onomatopoeia
d. Hyperbole

13. A figurative language in which nonhuman things or abstractions are represented as having human
qualities.
a. Metaphor
b. Simile
c. Personification
d. Hyperbole

14. Which type of poetry tells a story?

a. Lyric
b. Narrative
c. Storytelling
d. Story

15. A small crowd gathered to watch the concert is an example of...

a. Symbolism
b. Oxymoron
c. Alliteration
d. Satire
Which literary device is exemplified by the statement "A small crowd gathered
to watch the concert"?
a. Symbolism
b. Oxymoron
c. Alliteration
d. Satire

Ambiguity: The question lacks clarity about what it's asking the test-taker to do. It
presents a statement ("A small crowd gathered to watch the concert is an example
of...") and then asks for a term or concept that describes it. However, it's not clear
what type of term or concept the question is seeking. This ambiguity can confuse
test-takers and make it difficult for them to choose the correct answer.

16. A poem consisting of a single speaker expressing a feeling, emotion, or thought

a. Lyric
b. Poetry
c. Narrative
d. Story

17. A stanza with six lines is called ______.

a. sestet
b. tercet
c. quatrain
d. couplet
 Identify the term for a stanza with six lines.a. sestet
b. tercet
c. quatrain
d. couplet

In this revised version, I've clarified the question by explicitly asking for the term
that describes a stanza with six lines. This improves the clarity and usability of the
test question, making it easier for test-takers to understand what is being asked
of them.

e.

18. A rhymed pair of lines.

a. Lyric Poetry
b. Couplet
c. Rhyme
d. Stanza

19. He is a buzzy bee.

a. Metaphor
b. Simile
c. Oxymoron
d. Personification

20. Money is the root of all evil.

a. Metaphor
b. Personification
c. Simile
d. Satire
Ambiguity: The question lacks clarity about what it's asking the test-taker to identify.
It presents a statement and then asks for a specific literary device that it exemplifies.
However, without additional context or guidance, it's not immediately clear what type
of literary device the question is referring to.
Identify the literary device used in the statement "Money is the root of all evil."

a. Metaphor
b. Personification
c. Simile
d. Satire

21. Hannah’s phone is ringing.

a. Personification
b. Onomatopoeia
c. Metaphor
d. Hyperbole
 Question Ambiguity: Some questions could be interpreted in multiple ways, leading
to potential confusion among test-takers. For instance, question 21 could be
interpreted as both personification and onomatopoeia, depending on the context.

22. "My boyfriend is a knight in shining armor" is an example of ____________.

a. simile
b. personification
c. hyperbole
d. metaphor

23. It is a stanza with eight lines.

a. Couplet
b. Sestet
c. Tercet
d. Octave

24. The scrumptious desserts were calling out my name" is an example of...
a. simile
b. metaphor
c. personification
d. symbolism
Lack of Variety in Question Types: The test primarily consists of multiple-choice questions.
Incorporating different question formats such as matching, true/false, or fill-in-the-blank
could provide a more comprehensive assessment of knowledge.
25. Imagine you are writing a children's book. You want to describe the sound of rain falling on a tin
roof. Which literary device would you use to mimic this sound?
e. Oxymoron
f. Onomatopoeia
g. Metaphor
h. Hyperbole
Lack of Clarity in Questions: Some questions lack clarity or contain grammatical
errors, which may confuse test-takers. For example, question 25 contains an incorrect
answer choice letter "e" and "f" while the rest follow alphabetical order.

26. Hyperbole
a. exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally
b. A type of poem
c. Sarcasm or the opposite of what is really meant
d. the use of hints and clues to suggest what will happen later in a plot

27. When two opposing words are placed side by side to create an effect. For example: pretty ugly, civil
war, awfully good.
a. Simile
b. Theme
c. Satire
d. Oxymoron

28. Imagine you are reading a poem where life is described as a winding road. This comparison is
made without using the words 'like' or 'as'. What literary device is being used here?
a. Simile
 b. Theme
c. Metaphor
d. Symbol

29. What is onomatopoeia?

a. a word that mimics a sound
b. repetition of consonant sounds
c. using symbols to represent something
d. Giving human-like traits to non-living objects

30. What is alliteration?

a. a word that mimics a sound
b. repetition of consonant sounds
c. using symbols to represent something
d. Giving human-like traits to non-living objects

31. We’ll use plastic glasses at the picnic.

a. Oxymoron
b. Poetry
c. Satire
d. Metaphor

32. "America is a melting pot" is an example of

a. Metaphor
b. Simile
c. Satire
d. Alliteration

33. Click the button. "Click" is an example of...

a. Oxymoron
b. Satire
c. Onomatopoeia
d. Symbolism

34. What is satire?

a. Comparing two unlike things using like or as
b. Giving human-like traits to non-living objects
c. Comparing two unlike things without using like or as
d. The use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or
vices

35. What is an example of oxymoron below?

a. Shining like a diamond
b. Bob Boy
c. Zombie Busan
d. Micro Jumbo

II. MATCHING TYPE

 This matching type question is well-structured and clear. It provides clear directions
for the test-takers on how to proceed with the matching task. The items in both
columns A and B are distinct, and there is no ambiguity in the instructions or the
options provided.

However, to make it even clearer, I would suggest labeling the columns A and B
explicitly, like so:

MATCHING TYPE

Directions: Match each word in column A with the corresponding definition in

column B. Write the letter of your answer for each number on the space provided.

Column A

1. Cease
2. Languish
3. Brunette
4. Quake
5. Indifferent
6. Foe
7. Refuge
8. Ill-mannered

Column B
a. Stop
b. Suffer from being forced to remain in an unpleasant place or situation
c. A person with dark brown hair
d. Tremble
e. Unconcerned
f. Enemy
g. Shelter or protection from danger or distress
h. Rude or impolite
Adding these labels ensures that the test-takers understand which column
corresponds to the words and which one corresponds to their definitions. Overall,
this enhances the clarity and usability of the question.

Direction: Match column A with the corresponding item in column B. Write the letter of your answer for
each number on the space provided.

_________1. Cease A. Decay

_________2. Languish B. Casual
_________3. Brunette C. Enemy
_________4. Quake D. Dark
_________5. Indifferent E. Shake
_________6. Foe F. Finish
_________7. Refuge G. Fair
_________8. Ill-mannered H. Shelter
_________9. Blonde I. Disrespectful
_________10. Premise J. Property
K. Brown

Prepared by:
Ms. Charlyn B. Frejoles, LPT
Subject Teacher