Foundation University High School ENGLISH IV Summative Test

Name: _________________________ Section: _____________

Date: ___________ Score: __________

A. Matching Type Directions: Match Column A with Column B. Write the capital letter of your answers on the space provided before the number. (No Erasures) A B ________ 1. sally ________ 2. knight-errant ________ 3. quixotic ________ 4. tilt ________ 5. pusillanimous ________ 6. desuetude ________ 7. asininely ________ 8. hapless rustic ________ 9. chivalry ________ 10. havoc ________ 11. revel ________ 12. shun ________ 13. impending ________ 14. caterwauling ________ 15. jest ________ 16.cub ________ 17. seize ________ 18. wanderer ________ 19. lame ________ 20. discern ________ 21. whip ________ 22. crush a. cripple b. a young bear c. chaos d. taking pleasure e. about to happen f. to engage in combat with swords g. trample h. to make a loud howling noise i. indolent j. a venture or excursion k. distinguish l. foolishly impractical m. discontinuance from use n. the system of knighthood o. held p. extremely or utterly foolish q. unfortunate unsophisticated person r. lacking courage and resolution s. avoid t. insanity u. without a definite purpose v. a knight traveling in search of adventures w. confidence x. joke y. lash

B. Dependent and Independent Clause Directions: Underline the independent clause and encircle the dependent clause. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. When Lora moved to the United States, she was five years old. Because the class was so noisy today, we didnt get to have any free time. I havent gotten any allowance since my father lost his job This is the senator who voted against that bill we were fighting. Jenny was grounded because she came home three hours late on Saturday night. Before the recession started, my father had a good job. Ill know whether Im going to college next year when the teacher hands back our final papers. The election campaign will be over soon, which is a good thing. Everyone was surprised when Marissa hit a home run. We never knew why Marcus was hired rather than Alex.

C. Subordinating Conjunctions Directions: Rewrite the sentences using the subordinating conjunction given below that best express the relationship between the two clauses. Although 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Since Until Whenever because when

We could see very clearly last night. The moon was full. _________________________________________________________ Iris read the newspaper. Sally cleaned the bathroom. _________________________________________________________ It is cold outside. Our house keeps us very warm. _________________________________________________________ The students screamed the teacher. Announced the surprise exam. _________________________________________________________ Fred and Mary work together. They fight. _________________________________________________________

D. Loose and Periodic Sentences Directions: Identify whether the sentence is loose or periodic. If the sentence is Loose, change it to periodic and vice versa. Both answers must be correct to get 1 point. ___________ 1. In spite of heavy snow and cold temperatures, the game continued.

___________ 2. Lewis and Clark finally made it to the Pacific coast, after bitter winters and a close call with the Sioux Indians. ___________ 3. ___________ 4. live. She finally finished her project after many long nights and a lot of hard work. With low taxes, beautiful views and a mild climate, this city is a great place to

___________ 5. He decided to major in science, even though he really wanted to study art, philosophy, and religion.

___________ 6. in guests. ___________ 7. stay in and relax. ___________ 8. ___________ 9. rabbit.

Because of adding a pool, spa and restaurant, the hotel is experiencing an increase

After shopping at the mall, walking the dogs and washing the car, I finally got to

If the price was good, I might consider buying a designer dress. With a blood-curdling scream and claws outstretched, the eagle went after the

___________ 10. He might consider paying the higher fees at a private university, if the teacher to student ratio is small.

E. Voice Variety Directions: Give at least three components to have a good speaking voice. 1. 2. 3.

F. American and British words (For IV-Rizal only) Directions: Give the counterpart of the given word. American 1. cellphone 2. ______________ 3. lawyer 4. enrollment 5. ______________ 6. soccer 7. overpass 8. ______________ 9. catalog 10. ______________

British

______________ aeroplane ______________ ______________ memorise ______________ ______________ connexion ______________ tap

G. Character Sketch Directions: Choose a character among the stories discussed and write a character sketch about him/her (at least 10 sentences). H. Friendly Letter Directions: Label and arrange correctly the parts of a friendly letter. Andrew Your friend, Dear Amy, How are you? I am writing to tell you about my summer. It has really been fun. I have gone to the pool several times and I have visited several of my friends from school. Next week, I am going to the beach with my family. I hope you are having a fun summer, too. Andrew Moore Lexington, Virginia 24450 123 Green Lane June 30, 1999