As the first quarter of the school year draws to a close, teachers, parents and students alike turn their attention to one of the most anticipated milestones: the Grade 2 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key. This assessment, aligned with the DepEd MATATAG Curriculum and carefully crafted from the DLLs for Weeks 1–8 is more than just a test. It’s a well-mapped snapshot of a child’s learning journey so far. Backed by a Table of Specifications (TOS), these tests ensure fairness, accuracy and proper coverage of the essential competencies in every subject.

What is the Grade 2 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key?

The Grade 2 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key are DepEd-aligned quarterly assessments designed to measure mastery of the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELCs). Each test is built around a TOS to guarantee that every question reflects the correct Bloom’s category and week-by-week competency from the DLLs.
For example, in English, topics range from rhyming words, alphabet familiarity and story sequencing in the early weeks, to antonyms, synonyms and blends/digraphs by Week 8

In Filipino on the other hand, students move from mastering “tunog ng alpabetong Filipino” to analyzing “tekstong impormatibo and identifying pananda sa teksto”.

This systematic progression ensures that both foundational skills and higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) are tested in balance.

Subjects Included in the Grade 2 1st Periodical Tests 2025 Compilation

This compilation covers the core Grade 2 learning areas, each with its own age-appropriate competencies:

• English – CVC word recognition, high-frequency vocabulary, sequencing stories, cause and effect, identifying problem-solution, and creating simple responses
• Filipino – Mastery of alphabet sounds, pangngalang pantangi at pambalana, katangian ng tauhan, paggamit ng malaki at maliit na titik, and comprehension of both narrative and informative texts
• GMRC (Good Manners and Right Conduct) – Family values, health habits, emotional awareness, prayer, conservation practices, and community duties
• Makabansa – Self and family identity, types and features of communities, community workers, institutions, and the duties of young Filipinos
• Mathematics – Shapes and transformations, number sense up to 1,000, skip counting, place value, and addition (with and without regrouping)
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Why is the Table of Specifications (TOS) and Answer Key Important?

The TOS is the backbone of a fair and balanced assessment. It distributes items across Bloom’s levels—Remembering (30%), Understanding (20%), Applying (20%), Analyzing (10%), Evaluating (10%) and Creating (10%)—ensuring that students are tested not just on memory but also on comprehension, application and creative thinking. Each question type—Multiple Choice, Matching Type, True or False is strategically placed according to the week’s objectives and difficulty level.

The answer key provides immediate feedback for teachers and students, enabling efficient checking and helping identify which competencies need reteaching.

Features of the Grade 2 MATATAG Periodical Test

• MELC-based & MATATAG-aligned – Directly linked to weekly DLL objectives.
• Balanced HOTS and LOTS – Higher-order skills (cause-effect, inference, evaluation) get weighted emphasis while retaining foundational skill coverage.
• Varied Question Types – Engaging formats from multiple choice to matching type and true-or-false.
• Answer Key Included – Saves time and ensures checking accuracy.
• Competency Mapping – Each item traces directly back to a specific MELC and week.

How to Download DepEd Grade 2 – 1st Periodical Test 2025 with Answer Key

The complete TOS-aligned compilation can be downloaded below. They also their fully-checked answer keys. Always ensure that the version you use is MELC-aligned, matched to the latest MATATAG DLLs, and includes the correct answer key for efficient checking.

• Download ENGLISH 2 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
• Download FILIPINO 2 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
• Download GMRC 2 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
• Download MAKABANSA 2 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
• Download MATHEMATICS 2 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key

The Grade 2 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key are more than just quarterly exams—they are a reflection of careful planning, balanced assessment, and a genuine desire to help young learners grow. With its TOS-guided structure and MATATAG alignment, this compilation ensures that students are evaluated fairly, teachers have reliable tools, and parents can confidently support their children’s progress.

For Parents and Students

For many Grade 2 students, this is one of their first “big school” tests. Some may feel butterflies in their stomachs as they review sight words or practice place value with their parents. Others get excited to show how much they’ve learned—especially when math problems or reading passages feel like fun challenges. Parents, on the other hand, often turn the dining table into a mini-review center, reading stories aloud, quizzing on math facts and practicing polite greetings in English and Filipino.

Tips for Preparing Students for the DepEd Grade 2 Exam 1st Quarter

• Review in Short Bursts – 10–15 minute sessions work best for young learners.
• Use Play-based Drills – Turn vocabulary and math facts into games.
• Read Together Daily – Practice both English and Filipino reading comprehension.
• Link to Real-life – Use household objects for counting, shapes, or measurement.
• Practice Writing – Short sentences, CVC words, and neat handwriting.

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