Preparing for the Grade 8 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key is more than just flipping through reviewers or answering mock exams. It’s a full-blown journey filled with anticipation, nervous energy and determination. Classrooms buzz with whispers of “review na ba kayo?” while hallways echo with laughter from those who try to lighten the mood despite the pressure. Teachers, with their ever-reliable lesson guides are burning the midnight oil finalizing reviewers and making sure that every item reflects fairness and accuracy through the Table of Specifications (TOS). Parents, on the other hand are setting up late-night review schedules, offering snacks and sometimes even quizzing their children.
Students, of course, react differently to this academic milestone. Some eighth-graders eagerly rush to their parents for help in reviewing, asking to be tested like it’s a quiz show. Others prefer the company of friends, gathering at a classmate’s house for group study sessions that are half-review, half-bonding moments. A few try to convince themselves that they can wing it without preparation, while others take every second seriously, memorizing formulas, historical dates and literary terms. All these scenarios come together to paint a picture of what it truly means to prepare for the first big test of the school year.
Behind the scenes, teachers are carefully mapping out the questions. The TOS becomes their compass—guaranteeing that both lower order thinking skills and higher order thinking skills are well-represented. In the end, these combined efforts: students striving, parents supporting and teachers designing make the upcoming exam not just a test of knowledge, but a shared experience of growth, responsibility and teamwork.
This compilation is not just about exams. It’s about measuring what learners have gained during the first quarter of SY 2025–2026 ensuring that every student has a fair chance to show their growth.
What is the Grade 8 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key?
The Grade 8 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key is a MELC-aligned assessment designed to measure how well learners have mastered the competencies in the first quarter. Each test is carefully mapped through the TOS, ensuring a balance between lower order thinking skills and higher order thinking skills.
For example, in Science 8, topics like Force, Work, and Energy are given more weight because they interconnect with real-life applications such as electricity use at home. In English 8, reading comprehension and identifying literary devices receive focus because these skills serve as foundational bridges to critical thinking in future grade levels. The TOS indicates not just frequency of discussion in the DLL but also how competencies tie to Content Standards, Performance Standards and learning objectives.
This systematic distribution ensures no topic is underrepresented and that assessments reflect both foundational competencies and enrichment skills.
Subjects Included in the Grade 8 1st Periodical Tests 2025 Compilation
- The compilation covers all major subjects taught under the DepEd MATATAG Curriculum:
- English 8 – Reading comprehension, figures of speech, analyzing tone and mood, grammar usage.
- Science 8 – Force, motion, work, energy, and basic chemistry concepts from Weeks 1–8.
- Mathematics 8 – Linear equations, exponents, polynomials, and problem-solving.
- Filipino 8 – Pagkilala sa elemento ng wika at panitikan, pagsusuri ng akda, at komunikasyon.
- Araling Panlipunan 8 – Early Asian civilizations, cultural heritage, and historical analysis.
- MAPEH 8 – Music, arts appreciation, physical fitness routines, and health awareness.
- Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP) 8 – Values formation, decision-making, and social responsibility.
- Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) 8 – Entrepreneurship concepts and introductory skills in ICT or home economics.
Each subject includes competencies mapped according to DLL frequency and weight percentages in the TOS, ensuring that questions are proportional to classroom instruction.
Why the Table of Specifications (TOS) and Answer Key Matters
- Teachers know how vital the TOS is in crafting fair exams. Without it, some topics may be overemphasized while others might be neglected. For instance, if Math 8 heavily focused only on computation without problem-solving scenarios, it wouldn’t reflect DepEd’s learning standards.
- In this compilation, items are Bloom’s mapped:
- Knowledge & Comprehension for basic recall (LOTS)
- Application & Analysis for problem-solving and interpreting texts
- Evaluation & Creation for critical, real-world scenarios (HOTS)
- The answer key complements this fairness, giving both teachers and learners a reliable reference for checking accuracy.
Features of the Grade 8 MATATAG Periodical Test
- MELC-aligned coverage from Weeks 1–8 DLLs
- Complete TOS mapping for each subject
- Answer Keys for quick verification
- Balanced LOTS and HOTS distribution
- Question types: multiple choice, matching type, true or false, and identification
How to Download DepEd Grade 7 1st Periodical Test 2025 with Answer Key
Teachers and parents can access the official compilation of the DepEd Grade 8 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key and TOS below. These should be used responsibly as guides for review, classroom discussions and reinforcement, not for spoon-feeding answers.
- Download ARALING PANLIPUNAN 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
- Download ENGLISH 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
- Download FILIPINO 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
- Download MAPEH 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
- Download MATHEMATICS 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key
- Download SCIENCE 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key (Almost Finished )
- Download TLE 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key (Almost Finished )
- Download VALUES EDUCATION 8 – 1st Periodical Test with TOS and Answer Key (Almost Finished )
For Parents and Students
Grade 8 students often experience mixed emotions—some pace nervously while scanning their reviewers, others procrastinate until the night before. Parents sometimes feel the same pressure, with dining tables transformed into makeshift study corners. Group chats fill with “Pahingi ng reviewer” requests, while classrooms buzz with “Kaya mo ‘yan!” pep talks from teachers.
Tips for Preparing Students for the DepEd Grade 8 Exam 1st Quarter
- Stick to the DLL coverage – Focus reviews on Weeks 1–8 competencies.
- Practice HOTS questions – Apply learning to real-life problems.
- Time management drills – Simulate test conditions at home.
- Group review sessions – Encourage collaboration while staying on topic.
- Balance study and rest – A sharp mind needs proper sleep.
The Grade 8 1st Periodical Tests 2025 with Answer Key is a mirror of how well students have engaged with the MATATAG Curriculum during the first quarter of SY 2025–2026. By balancing LOTS and HOTS through the TOS, teachers ensure fairness and accuracy while students gain confidence in showcasing what they’ve learned. With support from teachers and parents, this exam becomes not just a test of memory, but a milestone in every Grade 8 learner’s academic journey.
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