Grade 5 English Assessment PDF

REGIONAL UNIFIED QUARTERLY ASSESSMENT (RUQA) SY 2024-2025 Third Quarter – Grade 5 (English) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS. Do not write anything on this test paper. After carefully reading all the questions, reflect all your answers on the...

REGIONAL UNIFIED QUARTERLY ASSESSMENT (RUQA) SY 2024-2025 Third Quarter – Grade 5 (English) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS. Do not write anything on this test paper. After carefully reading all the questions, reflect all your answers on the separate ANSWER SHEET. Shade the circle that corresponds to your chosen answer. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Lily was excited about her birthday party, but when she arrived at school, she realized she had forgotten to bring her party treats. Feeling disappointed, she sat alone at lunch. Just then, her friends surprised her with a cake and decorations they had secretly prepared. They sang “Happy Birthday” and made Lily feel special. She was grateful for their kindness and learned that sometimes, friends can make any day wonderful, even when things don’t go as planned. 1. What type of text is this passage? a. discussion b. narrative c. argumentative d. explanation 2. What structural feature does this text indicate? a. It presents a sequence of events with clear outcomes. b. It offers detailed explanations of a process or concept. c. It provides information and analysis on a specific topic. d. It includes a plot with characters, setting, and events. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Last Saturday, I went to the zoo with my family. We saw lions, elephants, and giraffes. Feeding the goats was the best part. Afterward, we had a picnic and enjoyed the day together. It was a fun and memorable trip. 3. What type of text is this passage? a. explanation b. process c. sequence d. recount 4. What structural feature does this text indicate? a. The text explores different views on a given topic. b. The text narrates events that happened in the past. c. The text describes a process in a clear sequence. d. The text presents steps to complete a specific task. Read this passage and answer the following questions: To make a peanut butter sandwich, spread peanut butter on one slice of bread and place another slice on top. Press gently, and your sandwich is ready! 5. What type of text is this passage? a. process b. explanation c. sequence d. recount  2 6. What structural feature does this text indicate? a. It outlines steps and instructions to follow clearly. b. It describes a sequence of actions with specific outcomes. c. It narrates events with clear chronological order. d. It argues a point using evidence and supporting details. 7. You want to borrow a pencil from your classmate. How would you politely ask for permission? a. Could I use your pencil for a bit? c. Would it be okay if I had your pencil? b. May I take your pencil for a while? d. Can I borrow your pencil, please? 8. You want to use a classmate’s crayons. How would you politely ask to use them? a. Can I use your crayons now? c. May I borrow your crayons, please? b. Would you mind if I used your crayons? d. Could I take your crayons for a moment? 9. Two of your classmates ask if they can copy your homework. What is a polite way to respond if you do not want them to copy? a. No, I don’t want you to copy. c. You should do your own work. b. I’d rather you didn’t copy my homework. d. I can’t let you copy my homework. 10. You need to create instructions for making a sandwich. What should you include in your directions? a. Use a similar sandwich recipe. c. Provide only the result of making the sandwich. b. Skip any details about sandwich ingredients. d. Write the steps in making a sandwich clearly. 11. Which text type presents facts and details about an event or situation? a. A procedure for baking a cupcake c. A description of a beautiful place b. A story about a happy trip adventure d. A report on a school’s celebration 12. You need to write a text about “How to make a paper boat.” What should you include? a. Create a list of plane materials. c. Describe what a boat looks like. b. List the steps in the correct order. d. Report on different types of boats. 13. If a text is organized with headings like “Introduction,” “Method,” and “Conclusion,” what type of text is it? a. A creative description of a place c. A structured report on research b. A step-by-step guide to song composition d. A detailed description of an object Read this passage and answer the following questions: Dogs are nice animals that make good pets! They come in different shapes and sizes. Some dogs are big, like Great Danes, and some are small, like Chihuahuas. Dogs love to play and go for walks. They can learn tricks and help people, too. They are loyal and always happy to see you. That’s why we call dogs “man's best friend!” 14. What type of text does this passage indicate? a. description b. narrative c. procedure d. report 15. Which sentence best describes why dogs are called “man’s best friend”? a. Dogs come in different shapes and sizes. b. Dogs love to play and go for walks everywhere. c. Dogs are faithful and are always happy to greet you. d. Dogs can learn tricks and help people in many ways. 16. Which type of text narrates the events of a school trip, describing the activities from the morning until evening? a. A recount of the school outing. c. A detailed account of the trip. b. A timeline of the day's activities. d. A guide to organizing a trip.  3 17. When writing a letter to your teacher, which sentence is the most appropriate to express gratitude? a. “I am so angry!” c. “I really appreciate your help.” b. “Why did you do that?” d. “Bring me the book now!” 18. Which sentence would you use to politely request a classmate to help you with your homework? a. “You must help me with this assignment.” c. “Please help me with my assignment.” b. “I need help with this assignment.” d. “I am very upset with this assignment!” 19. Which sentence best expresses disappointment in a respectful manner? a. “I had hoped for a better outcome.” c. “I am extremely disappointed with you!” b. “You should have done better!” d. “You really messed up this time!” 20. Which sentence would be most effective in expressing an opinion in a debate about school uniforms? a. “Uniforms lack thrill and excitement.” b. “I believe uniforms create a sense of unity.” c. “Everyone should agree with my point!” d. “What's the reason for wearing uniforms?” Read this passage and answer the following questions: Taking care of your wellness is very important! When you eat healthy foods, exercise, and get enough sleep, you feel better and have more energy. Staying active helps your body grow strong, and it can make you happy, too! Plus, spending time with friends and doing things you love can lift your spirits. So, remember to take care of yourself every day. Healthy habits help you live a happier life! 21. Which type of text does this passage indicate? a. persuasive b. informative c. narrative d. descriptive 22. Which sentence from the passage is trying to persuade you to take care of yourself every day? a. “Staying active helps your body grow strong.” b. “Plus, spending time with friends can lift your spirits.” c. “So, remember to take care of yourself every day.” d. “Healthy habits help you live a happier life!” 23. Which sentence best shows that a text is trying to persuade the reader? a. “Dogs are commonly kept as pets.” c. “Dogs are animals with four legs and fur.” b. “Dogs are loyal and protective.” d. “Dogs are better than cats as pets.” 24. Which of the following is a persuasive statement? a. “The label on this product for floor cleaning is blue and white.” b. “This item is designed or intended for cleaning any floor types.” c. “This cleaner will make your floors sparkle like never before!” d. “Reading the instructions is crucial in purchasing the product.” Read this passage and answer the following questions: Billy’s family had a big problem. Every time it rained; water would leak into their living room through the roof. They tried placing buckets to catch the water, but it wasn’t enough. After some research, they found that their roof had several cracks that needed repair. They decided to hire a roofer, who quickly fixed the problem by sealing the cracks and adding new shingles. Now, whenever it rains, their house stays completely dry. 25. What text type is this passage? a. description b. problem and solution c. sequence d. compare and contrast  4 26. What was the effect of hiring a roofer to fix the roof? a. They had to place more buckets to catch the water. b. The roof developed more cracks for repair. c. The house remains entirely dry during rainstorms. d. The family decided to move to a new house. Read this passage and answer the following questions: The school was experiencing a rise in student absenteeism. Teachers reported that many students were missing classes due to illness and lack of motivation. To combat this issue, the school introduced a wellness program that includes health workshops and incentives for attendance. Additionally, they established a mentoring system where older students support younger ones in staying engaged with their studies. 27. Which of the following clearly identifies that this passage is a problem and solution text type? a. It lists the various illnesses that students are experiencing. b. It talks about the decrease in student motivation. c. It explains how absenteeism affects teachers. d. It details the measures implemented to combat absenteeism. 28. What problem was the school facing? a. Students were getting too much homework every day. b. Students were absent due to sickness and lack of interest. c. Teachers lack interest and were not coming to school regularly. d. The school was too small for the increasing number of students. 29. What solution did the school implement to help with student absenteeism? a. They gave students a lot more homework assignments. b. They built a brand new playground for all the students. c. They introduced a wellness program and a mentoring system. d. They shortened the length of the school day for students to rest. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Last summer, the town experienced a severe drought. Because there was very little rain for weeks, the water levels in the lakes and rivers dropped significantly. As a result, many plants began to dry up, and farmers had a hard time growing crops. 30. What type of text is this passage? a. compare and contrast c. cause and effect b. sequence d. problem and solution 31. Why did the water levels in the lakes and rivers dropped? a. There was too much rain. c. They turned into trees. b. There was very little rain for weeks. d. The town had a lot of snow. 32. What happened to the plants because of the drought? a. They began to dry up. c. The lakes and rivers were too big. b. They grew very tall. d. They produced more flowers. 33. Why did farmers have a hard time growing crops? a. The soil was too wet. c. The weather was too cold. b. There were too many insects. d. There was not enough water. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Lions and tigers are both large wild cats, but they have several differences. Lions typically live in groups called prides, while tigers are solitary animals. Additionally, lions are found in Africa, whereas tigers live mostly in Asia. Despite these differences, both animals are powerful hunters and belong to the same animal family.  5 34. What type of text is this passage? a. compare and contrast c. cause and effect b. description d. problem and solution 35. How are lions and tigers different in terms of their social behavior? a. Lions live alone, while tigers live in groups. b. Lions form groups; tigers tend to live alone. c. Both lions and tigers enjoy group living. d. Both lions and tigers are solitary animals. 36. Where are lions and tigers typically found? a. Lions are found in Asia, and tigers are found in Africa. b. Both lions and tigers are found in Africa. c. Lions are found in Africa, and tigers are found in Asia. d. Both lions and tigers are found in Asia. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Trees play a crucial role in the environment. They produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide, and provide shelter for wildlife. In addition, trees help prevent soil erosion and improve air quality. They are an essential part of the ecosystem, supporting both animals and humans. 37. What is the main idea of the passage? a. Trees provide shelter and food for various species. b. Trees are essential for the environment and support life. c. Trees improve air quality by absorbing pollutants, etc. d. Trees prevent soil erosion through their roots. 38. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a role of trees in the environment? a. Trees produce oxygen. c. Trees provide shelter for wildlife. b. Trees absorb carbon dioxide. d. Trees supply food for humans. Read this passage and answer the following questions: Recycling is one of the best ways to reduce waste and protect the environment. By recycling materials such as paper, plastic, and metal, we can save natural resources and decrease pollution. Many communities have made recycling easier by providing special bins for different types of recyclables. Recycling is a simple habit that can make a big difference. 39. What is the main idea of the passage? a. Recycling is very difficult and time-consuming to performing. b. Recycling reduces waste and protects the environment. c. Communities do not support recycling initiatives. d. Recycling benefits only certain materials in the community. 40. Which sentence best summarizes this passage? a. Recycling is a simple habit that can make a big difference. b. Many communities provide special bins for recyclables. c. Recycling materials like paper, plastic, and metal saves resources. d. Recycling reduces waste and pollution through special bins. 41. Issue: Should students be required to wear uniforms in school? What is the best argument in favor of requiring the wearing of school uniforms? a. It limits students' freedom to express themselves and their individuality. b. It increases the cost of education for families, adding financial burden. c. It makes students feel uncomfortable and restricts their personal style. d. It helps reduce bullying by preventing clothing-based discrimination.  6 42. Issue: Should the use of plastic bags be banned in grocery stores? What is the strongest reason to support the ban on plastic bags? a. Plastic bags are cheap and convenient for customers to use for various purposes. b. Plastic bags take hundreds of years to decompose and harm the environment. c. Banning plastic bags will make grocery shopping more difficult and inconvenient. d. Banning plastic bags will lead to an increase in the use of paper bags instead. Read this passage and answer the following question: “Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion! You’ve worked so hard, and it’s about time your efforts were recognized. I couldn’t be happier for you!” 43. What is the tone and purpose of the passage? a. Sarcastic; to criticize the person for the promotion b. Indifferent; to explain the details of the promotion c. Supportive; to express happiness for one’s achievement d. Disappointed; to complain about not getting a promotion Read this passage and answer the following questions: Arnel stared out of the window, wondering if he would ever have the courage to ask Rose Mae to the dance. He sighed, feeling unsure of himself. Meanwhile, Rose Mae had no idea about Arnel’s thoughts and continued chatting with her friends. 44. What point of view is used in this passage? a. first-person b. second-person c. third-person limited d. third-person omniscient 45. In the passage, whose thoughts and feelings are revealed to the reader? a. Only Arnel's c. Both Arnel's and Rose Mae's b. Only Rose Mae's d. Neither Arnel's nor Rose Mae's _______________________________________________________________________________ Congratulations! You completed the test! _______________________________________________________________________________