ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES

FIRST QUARTERLY EXAMINATION

1ST SEMESTER SY 2018-2019

DIRECTION: Study the following statements and identify the correct answer. Write the letter of your choice.

1. The following are the considerations when writing an academic text, except:
A. It should be backed up with strong and valid evidence.
B. Formal and inappropriate language should be used.
C. Jargons may be used by the writer.
D. Think of the purpose of writing the text.

2. In academic writing, the writer needs to research in order to:

A. make the text easier to understand
B. ensure the validity of the details presented
C. determine the language to be used
D. know the purpose of the text he/she is writing

3. Academic text should use formal language. Is this statement correct?

A. Yes, because the text is expected to be read by professionals.
B. Yes, because it is written for a specific purpose.
C. No, because the writer expects it to be read by anyone.
D. No, because it is not going to be read anyway.

4. It refers to the chief point an author is making about what is being talked about in the paragraph.
A. Topic C. Topic sentence
B. Main idea D. Thesis statement

5. The stated main idea of a paragraph could be found:

A. at the beginning C. at the end
B. at the middle D. anywhere in the paragraph

6. “The man’s co-workers are complaining that he does not leave coffee for everyone. He has such a high
caffeine level that he is flying.” The text has this kind of main idea.
A. Stated main idea, because the main idea is found in the paragraph itself.
B. Stated main idea, because one sentence in the paragraph covers the other.
C. Implied main idea, because the main idea is suggested by the supporting details
D. Implied main idea, because the paragraph has only two sentences.

7. All the following should be done when paraphrasing, except:

A. Properly cite the source of the passage.
B. Write your opinion or view regarding the ideas presented.
C. Make sure the main point is present in the paraphrase.
D. Use new structure and new words.

8. Original Text: “In order to communicate effectively with other people, one must have a reasonably
accurate idea of what they do and do not now that is pertinent to the communication” (Nickerson, 1999).

Paraphrase A: For effective communication, it is necessary to have a fairly accurate idea of what our
listeners know and do not know that is pertinent to the communication (Nickerson, 1999).

Paraphrase B: Nickerson (1999) suggests that effective communication depends on a generally accurate
knowledge of what the audience knows.

Which is the better paraphrase?

A. Paraphrase A, because it follows the same structure as the original text.
B. Paraphrase A, because, it borrowed some words from the original.
C. Paraphrase B, because it mentioned the source at the beginning.
D. Paraphrase B, because it expresses the original text in new form.
9. Using the Formalist’s lens in analyzing a text makes the critic focus on _____________.
A. Facts about the author’s life C. The words of the text
B. Human behavior D. Sexual identity influences

10. The governing feature in the _____________ criticism is analyzing a woman’s points of view, concerns,
and values.
A. Formalist B. Feminist C. Reader-Response D. Queer

11. When a critic attempts to give meaning to a text base from what he understood and experienced in reading
it, he is utilizing the ______________ criticism.
A. Formalist B. Feminist C. Reader-Response D. Queer

12. This is a kind of writing that starts with a definition of an idea, followed by a further expansion (or
description), then an analysis of its aspects, elements, stages or levels which form parts of its total
meaning.
A. Research Paper B. Review C. Critique D. Concept Paper

13. It is an idea or concept that explains its essence in order to clarify the “whatness” of an idea.
A. Research Paper B. Review C. Critique D. Concept Paper

14. “Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.” (Melchor Lim) What is the best paraphrase for this
sentence?
A. All the hard work will pay off in the end.
B. It is difficult to walk in a rough road.
C. Success takes time to achieve.
D. Always do your best.

15. According to Bertrand Russell, “The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.” What is the best
paraphrase for this?
A. It takes time to learn new things that are helpful to your life.
B. Do not spend time doing things that are unnecessary.
C. Never feel guilty for doing the things that make you happy.
D. You only live once so do what you want to do.

16. Select the best paraphrase for this sentence. “Don’t allow your wounds transform you into someone you’re
not.” – Paulo Coelho
A. Just be yourself no matter what others say.
B. Learn from the mistakes you committed in the past.
C. Forget the things that happened in the past.
D. The past should not define who you are today.

17. What do you think is the purpose of the writer in this sentence? “A software lamp was built to help
communities with no electricity.” To show _________________ structure.
A. Nominalization B. Passivization C. Negative Construction D. By Construction

18. Paraphrase: “True love is like ghosts which everyone talks about and few have seen.” (F. Rochefoucauld)
A. People often talk about love but only few have found true love.
B. One must not love too much nor love too little.
C. Love could be found everywhere and one must search for it.
D. Ghosts are difficult to find yet everyone believe their existence.

19. ___________________ is a deliberate copying of somebody else’s work and claiming that work to be his
own.
A. Outlining B. Researching C. Paraphrasing D. Plagiarism

20. “You are expected to make good, not to make excuses.” What is the best paraphrase?
A. Making excuses for a wrongdoing is good.
B. It is best to try hard to achieve, not to explain for your weakness.
C. You can always say sorry for the wrong you have done.
D. Love means you never have to say sorry.

21. Select the best paraphrase. “Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened.” (Dr. Seuss)
A. There are things that are really hard to let go.
B. One should move on and be thankful for the experience you had.
C. Dwell on the negative things rather than the happy memories.
D. One should learn to look back to the past.
22. What is the best paraphrase? “Walking alone with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the
light.” (Helen Keller)
A. Always treat your friends in a right way even though you have misunderstandings.
B. A friend in need is a friend indeed.
C. Having a friend by your side in tough situations provides your own security.
D. Always be willing to lend a hand to a friend who is in need.

23. What is the best paraphrase? “When hope is alive, the night is less dark, the solitude less deep, and fear
less acute.” (Matthew Southall Brown Sr.)
A. When you are hopeful, you are also fearful.
B. Bob Hope is a very good comedian.
C. Hope can make all your problems and fears light.
D. The night is less dark when there are no stars.

24. What is the idea not related to the topic sentence: “My favorite food is pizza”?
A. I love the crunchy crust and the melted mozzarella cheese.
B. It is good either as a snack or as a main course.
C. My brother only likes pizza with anchovies and artichokes on it.
D. The ingredients are perfectly combined.

25. This technique is the ballooning or mapping that provides a graphic representation of your ideas.
A. Brainstorming B. Clustering C. Free Writing D. Actual Writing

26. What is true in this selection?

“Oh Death, where is your sting? Oh Hades, where is your victory? The sting of death is sin, and the
strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus
Christ.”
A. Death comes to all except Hades and his sting.
B. God puts death to us physically but we live spiritually through Jesus.
C. Hades is in charge of our death for the claims of life.
D. God let death come to finish our defiance of his law.

27. In the sentence, “The creation of software to manage transactions was a success,” what structure was
used?
A. Nominalization B. Passivization C. Negative Construction D. By Construction

28. “Guitar players constantly practice to ensure fault-free performance.” This sentence is an example of
_____________ structure.
A. Nominalization B. Passivization C. Negative Construction D. By Construction

29. Passing fears are common in early childhood. Many 2- to 4-year-olds are afraid of animals, especially
dogs. By 6 years, children are more likely to be afraid of the dark. Other common fears are of
thunderstorms, doctors, and imaginary creatures. What is the main idea?
A. Passing fears are common in early childhood.
B. Many 2- to 4-year olds are afraid of animals, especially dogs.
C. By 6 years, children are more likely to be afraid of the dark.
D. Other common fears are of thunderstorms, doctors, and imaginary creatures.

30. Don't wait for your company to send you to school. Determine your needs and ask about the company's
training program. If they don't have one, sign up for classes at a local college. When it comes to your
profession, you should be a lifelong learner. Put a high priority on learning new skills and on personal
growth and professional development. Learn new software technology and improve interpersonal and
writing skills. Select the main idea among the choices.
A. Don’t wait for your company to send you to school.
B. Determine your needs and ask about the company’s training program.
C. When it comes to your profession, you should be a lifelong learner.
D. Learn new software technology and improve interpersonal and writing skills.

31. Tsunamis, large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, can be deadly and destructive. For
example, in December 2004, an underwater earthquake triggered a massive tsunami throughout the Indian
Ocean. The tsunami killed more than 200,000 people and caused billions of dollars of damage to the
coasts of numerous Southeast Asian countries. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Tsunamis
B. Tsunamis, large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, can be deadly and
destructive.
C. For example, in December 2004, an underwater earthquake triggered a massive tsunami
throughout the Indian Ocean.
 D. The tsunami killed more than 200,000 people and caused billions of dollars of damage to the
coasts of numerous Southeast Asian countries.

32. When you're with your friends, it's okay to be loud and use slang. They'll expect it and they aren't grading
you on your grammar. When you're standing in a boardroom or sitting for an interview, you should use your
best English possible, and keep your tone suitable to the working environment. The main idea of this
passage is ______________________________.
A. When you’re with your friends, it’s okay to be loud and use slang.
B. The language one uses depends on the communication situation.
C. Correct grammar is always strictly observed in all communication situations.
D. When you're standing in a boardroom or sitting for an interview, you should use your best
English possible.

33. High blood pressure is sometimes call the "silent killer" because there are no symptoms. Another disease
that often goes unnoticed is heart disease. The first signs of a heart attack are not always obvious.
Diabetes is yet another illness that many do not know they have. In fact, the MSN Web page says that 16
million people are "silently at risk" for diabetes. What is the main idea in this passage?
A. High blood pressure is sometimes call the "silent killer" because there are no symptoms.
B. There are diseases that kill many people.
C. Some serious medical conditions often go unnoticed.
1. Along the way, we despoiled most of the land we worked, often turning verdant, natural
ecozones into semi-arid deserts.
2. Within the same time frame, we evolved into an urban species, in which 60% of the human
population now lives vertically in cities.
3. This means that, for the majority, we humans have shelter from the elements, yet we
subject our food-bearing plants to the rigors of the great outdoors and can do no more
hope for a good weather year.
4. It took humans 10,000 years to learn how to grow most of the crops we now take for
granted.
D. The MSN Web page says that 16 million people are "silently at risk" for diabetes.

For items 34-35, refer to the passage inside the box.

34. Which sentence should be first?
A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4
35. Which sentence should be last?
Education is not an end, but a means to an end. In other words, we do not educate children for the
purpose of educating them, our purpose is to fit them for life. As soon as we realize this fact, we will
understand that it is very important to choose a system of education which will really prepare
children for life. It is not enough just to choose the, first, system one finds, or two, continue with
one’s old system of education without examining it to see whether it is in fact suitable or not.
In many modern countries, it has for some time been fashionable to think that, by free education
for all—whether rich or poor, clever or stupid—one can solve all the problems of society and build a
perfect nation. But we can already see that free education for all is not enough; we find in such
countries a far larger number of people with university degrees than there are any jobs for them to
fill. Because of their degrees, they refuse to do what they think is “low” work; and in fact work with
the hands is thought to be dirty and shameful in such countries.
A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

For items 36-40, refer to the passage inside the box.

36. What does “education is a means to an end” mean?

A. Preparing learners for their future life
B. An instrument to acquire learning about life
C. To change the system of education
D. For the learners to understand what is life

37. According to the selection, what is the best system of education?

A. A system where learners learn fast and become analytical
B. A system that can prepare learners for life
C. A system where values are inculcated and imbibed among the learners
D. A system that can develop the mental capabilities and skills of the learners

38. What does free education mean? An education _______________.

A. That can solve all the problems of the society and build a perfect nation.
B. An education especially for the poor.
C. Wherein everything is being supplied and subsidized by the government.
 D. That offers no financial burden on the part of the parents.

39. What is the relationship of education and life?

A. Without education, life is meaningless
B. Education is life itself
C. The values of education can be seen in life
D. Education must prepare learners for life

40. What is the main idea of the selection?

A. Educational system C. Suitability of education
B. Values of education D. Free education

For items 41-49, make an outline using the details given.

(A) Teenagers take drugs for several reasons.
(B) Most teens can afford these drugs by using their allowances and earning from part-time jobs.
(C) Young people can get drugs easily.
(D) They are available everywhere: football games, shopping centers, even the school cafeteria.
(E) Another reason for teens to take drugs is that many have psychological problems.
(F) At this age, they also have the problem of establishing their independence from their parents.
(G) Finally, they may use drugs because of peer pressure.
(H) They feel taking drugs is a way to escape from making decisions.
(I) Even the most mature teen might be tempted to use drugs rather than risk being left out.
(J) For all of these reasons, drugs are a major problem facing teens.
(K) Hoping to be part of the “gang,” the teen turn to drugs to be accepted.

41. I. (Major Detail)

42. A. (Minor Detail)
43. B. (Minor Detail)
44. II. (Major Detail)
45. A. (Minor Detail)
46. B. (Minor Detail)
47. III. (Major Detail)
48. A. (Minor Detail)
49. B. (Minor Detail)

50. Which is the best thesis statement for the passage?

A. Many teenagers take illegal drugs.
B. Peer pressure is the main reason why teenagers take drugs.
C. Teenagers take drugs because of psychological problems and peer pressure.
D. Taking illegal drugs is bad.

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Prepared by: Checked and Reviewed by: Approved by:

CARRIE ALYSS P. EDER PAULO TUNAC, Ed. D. MARI SAILANI G. DE LEON

Teacher I Assistant Principal II Principal IV

MA. CORAZON H. RETUTAL

Teacher I