Republic of the Philippines

+Department of Education
REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS
CITY SCHOOLS DIVISION OF VICTORIAS
GAWAHON INTEGRATED SCHOOL
BRGY. XI, GAWAHON VICTORIAS CITY

1ST PERIODICAL EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 7

S.Y 2024-2025
Direction: Read the following questions Carefully and choose the correct letter of the correct answer.
Strictly NO ERASURE.

1 What is the primary purpose of a Haiku poem?

A. To tell a long narrative story B. To describe a brief moment or feeling
C. To provide detailed explanations D. To present a debate
2 How many syllables does a traditional Haiku contain?
A. 10 B. 15 C. 17 D. 21
3 In the example Haiku "Rice terraces rise, Emerald steps to heaven's gate, Ancestor’s watch, “What cultural
element is being referenced?
A. Urban landscapes B. Traditional clothing
C. Filipino rice terraces D. Modern architecture
4 What is the Filipino tradition of showing respect to elders by placing their hand on one's forehead called?
A. Pagmamano B. Paghingi ng paumanhin
C. Pagpapasalamat D. Paglalambing
5 Who is a Filipino poet known for incorporating cultural elements into their poetry?
A. William Shakespeare B. Angela Manalang-Gloria
C. Homer D. Edgar Allan Poe
6 What do we call the distinct use of language and literary techniques by an author?
A. Form B. Style
C. Line D. Imagery
7 What is the act of sharing a poem with the public, either in print or online, called?
A. Composing B. Post-its C. Announcement D. Publishing
8. The emotional and cultural backdrop of a poem.
A. Imagery B. Form C. Genre D. Figurative Language
9. A tool used to enhance the reader's experience through descriptive language.
A. Figurative Language B. Cultural Context C. Poetry D. Reading
10. Discuss the importance of respecting cultural elements when writing poetry.
A. Respecting cultural elements in poetry ensures accurate and sensitive representation, honoring the
culture's traditions, beliefs, and values. It also educates the audience and fosters cultural appreciation.
B. It evokes emotional principles, influence the youth and shapes their future.
C. Poetry is an art that could express one’s emotion through writing.
D. Respecting cultural elements in poetry only applies on certain areas, race and traditions.
11. How can the process of publishing poetry help students develop their writing skills?
A. Writing poetry only gives you practice in choosing words that convey your ideas in every way.
B. Publishing poetry helps students refine their writing through revisions, understand audience
considerations, and gain confidence in their creative expression. It provides a platform for feedback and
recognition.
C. Publishing poetry expands your vocabulary in the process, making it easier and easier to hit the nail on
the head every time.
D. Poetry can be a powerful teaching tool, helping students improve their literacy.
12. What literary device involves the repetition of initial consonant sounds in words? A. Simile B.
Metaphor C. Alliteration D. Hyperbole
13. What does the term "tone" refer to in poetry?
A. The poem's subject B. The attitude or emotional expression of the poet
C. The rhyme scheme D. The poem's structure
14. What is the main purpose of using symbolism in poetry? A. To create a regular
rhythm B. To represent deeper meanings or ideas C. To exaggerate statements
D. To narrate a story
15. What literary device is used in the phrase "The wind whispered through the trees"?
A. Personification B. Onomatopoeia C. Assonance D. Oxymoron
16. In the poem "Man of Earth" by Amador T. Daguio, which point of view is used?
A. First Person B. Second Person C. Third Person D. Omniscient
17. Imagery in poetry refers to the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
18. Metaphor and simile are both used to compare two unlike things.
 A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
19. The mood of a poem is the same as its tone.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
20. Hyperbole is an example of a literary device that uses extreme exaggeration.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
21. "God said, I Made a Man" by Jose Garcia Villa uses onomatopoeia in its description of creation.
A. True B. False C. Maybe D. None of the above
22. The repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.
A. Metaphor B. Imagery C. Hyperbole D. Assonance
23. A direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as".
A. Metaphor B. Imagery C. Mood D. Assonance
24. The emotional quality or atmosphere of a poem.
A. Metaphor B. Imagery C. Mood D. Assonance
25. The use of extreme exaggeration for effect.
A. Metaphor B. Imagery C. Hyperbole D. Assonance
26. Descriptive language that appeals to the senses.
A. Metaphor B. Imagery C. Hyperbole D. Assonance
27. How tone and mood differ in poetry?
A. Tone refers to the poet's attitude towards the subject, while mood is the feeling or atmosphere created in
the reader by the poem. Tone is conveyed through the poet's choice of words and style, whereas mood is
the emotional response evoked in the reader.
B. If tone is the author's attitude toward a subject, then mood is how we are made to feel as readers, or the
emotion evoked by the author.
C. In poetry, the mood describes the sound of the voice while tone conveys the emotion of the poem by the
author.
D. There is no difference between them in poetry.
28. Discuss the importance of using literary devices in poetry.
A. Without using these literary devices, you can make the most of your storytelling
B. They can’t add emphasis to phrases, evoke moods and emotions, and provide insight into an author's
words by making the storytelling clear and vivid.
C. Literary devices enrich a poem by adding depth, layers of meaning, and enhancing the reader's sensory
and emotional experience. They help convey complex ideas and emotions in a concise and impactful
manner.
D. Literary devices are tools that can be overlooked in storytelling.
29. How can symbolism enhance the meaning of a poem?
A. It does not allow authors to convey complex and abstract ideas in a subtle and nuanced way.
B. Symbolism allows poets to convey deeper meanings and concepts through symbols, adding layers of
interpretation and enriching the reader's understanding of the poem's themes and messages.
C. Symbolism can also engage readers, prompting them to think more negatively about the text.
D. A poet uses symbolism to denote a particular action, word, mood, emotion in reference to another word.
30. What impact does the use of personification have on the reader's experience of a poem?
A. Personification gives human qualities to non-human elements, making them relatable and vivid to the
reader. It enhances the emotional and imaginative engagement of the reader, making the poem more vivid
and expressive.
B. Personification is abstractive, and both overly intellectualizing and simplistic for readers.
C. It cannot help readers connect with the parts of a story or poem that aren't characters.
D. It could create distorted imagination to the young readers.
31. Which of the following is NOT a type of poetry discussed in the lesson?
A. Lyric poetry B. Dramatic poetry C. Epic poetry D. Narrative poetry
32. What is the primary purpose of lyric poetry?
A. To tell a story B. To express personal emotions
C. To describe historical events D. To teach a moral lesson
33. In poetry, what does the term "point of view" refer to?
A. The structure of the poem
B. The perspective from which the poem is told
C. The rhyme scheme used in the poem
D. The number of stanzas
34. Which element of poetry deals with the arrangement of words and the pattern of sounds?
A. Imagery B. Tone C. Form D. Meter
35. What is the main purpose of using a Venn Diagram in studying poetry types?
A. To list all the poems studied
B. To differentiate and compare the characteristics of various types of poetry
C. To summarize the themes of poems
D. To analyze the author's biography
36. The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables in a poem.
A. Diction
 B. Mood C. Imagery D. Meter
37. The speaker's perspective in a poem.
A. Diction B. Mood C. Imagery D. Point of View
38. The emotional feeling or atmosphere in a poem.
A. Diction B. Mood C. Imagery D. Point of View
39. The choice of words and style by the poet.
A. Diction B. Mood C. Imagery D. Point of View
40. The use of descriptive language to create mental images.
A. Diction B. Mood C. Imagery D. Point of View
41-45. Complete the lines with the appropriate words that rhyme to form complete the poem.
A. Singing B. Chirping C. Blooming D. Grace E. Blessing

Lovely birds are ____ (41) ____

Swaying, dancing and ___ (42) ___
In their mouths are words of praise
For heaven’s abundant ___ (43_____.
Flowers are _____ (44) ____
Praying to God.
Praising for all the __ (45) ______
Nature has given.

46. Is there any cream or lotion that I could use to soothe this pain?
A. Destroy B. Calm C. Ruin D. Maintain
47. Poem Excerpt: "The room felt claustrophobic, unlike the wide-open spaces of the park." What type of
context clue is the italicized-bold word?
A. Synonym B. Antonym C. Example D. Explanation
48. Poem Excerpt: "The child was exuberant, filled with energy and excitement." What type of context clue is the
italicized-bold word?
A. Synonym B. Antonym C. Example D. Explanation
49. The administration compelled its staff to provide the office with the necessary documents immediately.
A. Pleaded B. Asked C. Obliged D. Requested
50. The company president descends from a poor family that’s why he is very
considerate to the needy.
A. Originate B. Walk C. Live D. Stay

Prepared by:

VINYL B. LEDESMA
English Teacher