Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF DAGUPAN CITY
FEDERICO N. CERALDE INTEGRATED SCHOOL
Bonuan Binloc, Dagupan City
Office of the Principal
THIRD QUARTER TEST IN ENGLISH 8
S.Y. 2024-2025
Name:____________________________________________________________________Date:________
Teacher/Subject Teacher : ____________________________
I. DIRECTIONS: (Multiple Choice): Read and analyze each statement very carefully. Shade the letter
of the correct answer. STRICTLY NO ERASURES!
1. 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. judgement c. objective d. subjective
2. What should an author do to avoid being biased? The author must…
a. use words and expressions to convince readers to take a stand
b. present evidences to support personal opinions
c. present solid evidences on both sides of an issue
d. use words and expressions that appeal to the readers
3. Which of the following statements expresses bias?
a. Jollibee is the best fast food chain around the world.
b. The revolves around the sun.
c. Summer starts in March to May in the Philippines.
d. This conditioner uses organic ingredients.
4. “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. promote b. pageants d. none of these
5. My son's girlfriend is very rude. She calls so late at night--sometimes as late as 10:00 at
night! Last week she called me Sara instead of Mrs. Reyes-I quickly corrected her. So
disrespectful. Today she came over for lunch and brought cookies--without even asking if it was
okay. What if I had already made cookies? The author is biased against.
a. Rude children c. her son
b. her son’s girlfriend d. none of these
6. Exercising is proven to be the most effective way to lose weight. Which word shows bias?
a. exercising b. proven c. most effective d. all of these
7. Mobile phones are necessity nowadays. Many people no longer seem to be able to just
enjoy the moment anymore without the need to video, photograph or write about it on social
media. People get engrossed by their phones when they walk around. They collide with things,
bump into people, or even worse step into the road without looking. The author shows bias
against…
a. using mobile phones c. editing videos
b. taking pictures d. upgrading mobile phones
8. What particular technique is used which is intended to make consumers accept or
approve something without looking closely at evidences?
a. commercial b. advertisement c. propaganda d. announcement
9. 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. Glittering generalities c. card stacking
b. Name calling d. bandwagon
10. What propaganda technique is used by drug manufacturers in their advertisements that
seems to hide the possible harmful side effects of their products?
a. Plain folks b. card stacking
b. Soft soap d. bandwagon
11. “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. testimonial c. simplification
b. transfer d. loaded words
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FEDERICO N. CERALDE INTEGRATED SCHOOL
Bonuan Binloc, Dagupan City
Office of the Principal
12. 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. simplification c. transfer
b. bandwagon d. loaded words
13. "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. Card stacking c. testimonial
b. Soft soap d. glittering generalities
14. “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. Testimonial b. transfer
b. Simplification d. bandwagon
15. Which statement uses soft soap propaganda technique?
a. I know that you are wise voters. The future of this country is in your hands.
b. I am the right person to be voted because of my visible services.
c. My actions of service for you are my best work in life.
d. You don’t deserve to be elected.
16. 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. Immediately buy the product for its very good offer.
b. Buy the product because of its convincing promotion.
c. Not buy the product until I can prove that it is effective.
d. Conduct a thorough research on the product especially for possible negative side effects
of the product before buying it.
17. Which of the following best describes a social issue?
a. It causes an increase in unemployment
b. Only overseas workers consider the issue as a problem.
c. It involves a difference in beliefs and preferences of people.
d. The people recognize the situation as a huge problem.
18. What issue reflects the scarcity of resources which are deemed insufficient to satisfy
human wants and needs?
a. Social issue c. moral issue
b. Economic issue d. money issue
19. Which of the following can be considered as a moral issue?
a. Unemployment c. abortion
b. Pollution d. hunger
20. 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. Economic issue c. moral issue
b. Social issue d. all of the above
21. Which of these factors is NOT part of a moral issue?
a. lack of compassion for others
b. poor regard of the common good
c. difference in beliefs or preferences
d. price increase in basic commodities
22. Which of the following situations reveals a social issue?
a. A job seeker finds it difficult to land a job.
b. A father resorts to stealing to support his family.
c. A community works together for a clean-up drive.
d. The whole community experiences financial crisis due to the pandemic.
23. Which of the following situations poses a moral issue?
a. A school conducts symposium about bullying.
b. A group of students cheats in an examination.
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c. A community works together for a clean-up drive.
d. A group of people is having a hunger strike on the street.
24. It is a kind of social issue which uses electronic communication to bully a person,
typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature.
a. Human trafficking b. fake news c. cyber bullying d. none of these
25. What is a body of written works such as poetry, novels, history, biography, and essays
that reflects the background of a certain culture?
a. Poetry b. prose c. epic d. literature
26. What is defined as the sequence of events that occurs from the first to the last line of
the story?
a. Plot b. setting c. theme d. character
27. Which type of literature is based on facts and talks about real people, places, and
events?
a. Fiction b. non-fiction c. prose d. poetry
28. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
d. None of the above
29. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
d. None of the above
30. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
None of the above
31. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
None of the above
32. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
None of the above
33. What is the theme in the story of Ramayana?
a. humility and thriftiness
b. pride and prejudice
c. showing love and doing one’s duties and responsibilities, or known as dharma.
None of the above
34. Which among the following is the most appropriate transition signals to be used for
comparing?
a. similar to b. different to c. opposite to d. in contrast to
35. The following are transition signals for contrasting EXCEPT one;
a. however b. even though c. same true with d. yet
36. When comparing cultures of Asian countries like Thailand and Philippines, which
graphic organizer is the most appropriate to be used?
a. Venn Diagram b. Chart c. Concept map d. Organizational Chart
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37. When comparing, which part of the Venn Diagram is filled in when writing down the
similarities between two things or ideas?
a. universal set b. subset of the circle c. all parts of the circle d. intersection/middle
38. What is the process of establishing similarities between things or people?
a. contrasting b. comparing c. combining d. communicating
39. Why do we need to compare and contrast our culture to other countries?
a. to simply compare and contrast c. to know their cultures
b. to make a review of their cultures d. to appreciate diversity of cultures
40. In order for the writer to write his own opinion based on any topic, the opinion should be
based on _____________.
a. hearsays b. numbers c. texts d. evidence
41. Propaganda is best defined as:
a. The art of persuasive speaking
b. The spread of ideas to influence public opinion
c. The objective presentation of information. d. The honest and truthful communication of
facts
42. The main goal of propaganda is to:
a. Inform the public about important issues.
b. Encourage critical thinking and independent judgment.
c. Promote a specific viewpoint or cause.
d. Present information fairly and without bias
43. Which of the following is NOT a common propaganda technique?
a. Bandwagon b. Testimonial c. Objective reporting d. Emotional appeal
44. The "bandwagon" technique attempts to persuade people by:
a. Appealing to their sense of logic and reason
b. Creating the impression that everyone else is doing it
c. Using famous people to endorse a product or idea
d. Focusing on the emotional benefits of a particular choice
45. Testimonial propaganda relies on:
a. Expert opinions and statistical data
b. The endorsements of well-known figures
c. Logical arguments and factual evidence
d. Appealing to people's sense of fear and insecurity
46. The "plain folks" technique aims to:
a. Make the audience feel superior to the speaker
b. Convince the audience that the speaker is just like them
c. Create a sense of urgency and fear among the audience
d. Use emotional language to manipulate the audience's feelings
47. Which of the following phrases indicates a potential bias?
a) "According to recent studies..."
b) "In my opinion, this is the best solution"
c) "The data clearly demonstrates..."
d) "Based on factual evidence..."
48. How can you identify propaganda in a message?
a. By focusing on the emotional impact of the message.
b. By critically evaluating the information and its source.
c. By accepting the information presented at face value.
d. By ignoring any opposing viewpoints or arguments.
49. It is important to be aware of propaganda techniques because:
a. They can help us make more informed decisions.
b. They can ensure that we always agree with the message.
c. They can eliminate the need for critical thinking.
d. They can guarantee the accuracy and reliability of information.
50. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of propaganda?
a. Focus on emotional appeals
b. Use of persuasive language
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Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF DAGUPAN CITY
FEDERICO N. CERALDE INTEGRATED SCHOOL
Bonuan Binloc, Dagupan City
Office of the Principal
c. Objective and unbiased presentation
d. Attempt to influence public opinion
Prepared:
PAMELA C. LAVARIAS
DIANNE MEDEL S. GUMAWID
Subject Teachers
Checked:
JIMMY BABY G. TORIO
Head Teacher I
Approved:
MARICRIS P. FERRER
School Principal IV
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