Department of Education

Region X
Division of Cagayan de Oro City
BULUA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

NAME: _______________________ DATE:________________

SECTION: _____________________ SCORE: ________________

CATCH-UP FRIDAY ACTIVITY for READING

Activity No.1 Reading Comprehension

3. Which landmarks did Clara NOT encounter on her
Directions: Read the passage and answer the following journey?
questions. Encircle the letter of your answer. a. An old oak tree c. A golden statue
b. A moss-covered rock d. A sparkling stream
The Hidden Treasure
4. How did Clara retrieve the box from the well?
A young girl named Clara lived in a quiet village a. She climbed down the well
between rolling hills and dense forests. Clara was b. She asked someone for help
known for her curious nature and love for adventure. c. She used a rope made from backpack straps
One day, while exploring the attic of her old family d. She used a bucket
home, she stumbled upon a dusty, ancient chest
hidden beneath old blankets and forgotten toys. 5. What was the content of the note found in the box?
a. Instructions on how to use the treasure
Excited by her find, Clara carefully opened the chest, b. A message from a great-grandfather about the
revealing a collection of old maps, letters, and strange importance of the past
artifacts. Among the items was a weathered map with c. A warning about the treasured
cryptic symbols and a faded "X" marking a specific d. Details of a hidden map
location in the nearby forest.
6. How did Clara’s discovery affect her community?
Determined to uncover the mystery, Clara decided to
a. It made them feel indifferent
follow the map. Early the next morning, she packed a
b. It caused some people to be angry
backpack with essentials: a flashlight, a compass,
c. It led to a big celebration
some snacks, and a notebook to document her
d. It made them question the map
findings. She set off into the forest with her dog, Max,
by her side.
7. What items did Clara bring with her on her
The journey was not easy. Clara and Max had to adventure?
navigate through thick underbrush and overgrown a. A tent, a map, and a lantern
paths. Along the way, Clara noticed landmarks from the b. A shovel, a camera, and a guidebook
map—an old oak tree with twisted branches, a moss- c. A flashlight, a compass, snacks, and a notebook
covered rock, and a stream that sparkled in the d. A camera, a first-aid kit, and a rope
sunlight. Following these clues, they finally arrived at a
small clearing. 8. What was Clara’s reaction when she found the box
in the well?
In the center of the clearing was an old, abandoned a. She was disappointed
well covered in vines. Clara's heart raced as she b. She was excited and eager to open it
recalled the "X" on the map, which seemed to point c. She was scared and left immediately
directly to the well. With Max’s help, she cleared the d. She was confused and did not know what to do
vines and carefully peered into the well. To her
amazement, a small, wooden box was resting at the 9. What role did Max play in Clara’s adventure?
bottom. a. He guided Clara through the forest
b. He carried the treasure back home
Clara fashioned a makeshift rope from her backpack c. He helped clear the vines from the well
straps and lowered the box to the ground. When she d. He found the map in the attic
opened it, she found a collection of old coins, a locket
with a picture of a woman, and a note. The note read: 10. Why was the treasure hidden according to the
"To the finder of this treasure, it was hidden many note?
years ago by my great-grandfather. This treasure a. To be discovered by someone who loves
reminds us of the past and the stories that live on adventure
through generations. Share it with those you love and b. To be kept safe from thieves
remember the adventure that brought you here." c. To remind people of the past and share it with
loved ones
Clara felt a sense of accomplishment and joy. She d. To serve as a family heirloom only for
decided to show the treasure to her family and friends, descendants
sharing the story of her adventure and the history of
their village. The discovery brought the community
closer together, and Clara’s bravery and curiosity were
celebrated.

Questions:

1. What did Clara find in the attic?

a. A secret diary c. A set of old toys
b. An ancient chest d. A collection of photographs

2. What was Clara’s main objective after finding the Activity No.2 “All About Me”
map?
a. To find her way back home
b. To follow the map and find the hidden treasure
c. To show the chest to her friends
d. To clean the attic
 Activity No.4 Practicing Grade 8 Sight Words

Direction: Read aloud the words correctly.

Activity No.3 Rebus Puzzles

A REBUS is a picture representation of a name, work,

or phrase.

Mechanics:

a. Split the class into small groups of 4-6 students.

b. Each group discusses and brainstorms answers to
the rebus.
c. Each group shall present their answers in class.

Note: Each group must bring Manila paper and Felt Tip Pen.

Prepared by: Jan-Ann B. Sinco

Prepared by: Jan-Ann B. Sinco