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MODULE 1 ANSWERS

Test 1: Improve the following sentences.

1. The audience applauded and moved by his dramatic performance.

2. As we rounded a bend in the river, we saw Timothy playing.
3. Talking over plans for the afternoon, makes us productive at work.
4. I love watching movies and I am a regular customer at Blockbuster.
5. It was raining hard there was a strong wind blowing towards us.
6. John is a good swimmer, while Jane is a good runner.
7. As Mary opened the door, Jack went for the snacks.
8. I am allergic to dog hairs and how it smells.
9. The class valued respect, honesty, and puntuality in a teacher.
10. When the weather outside is cold and windy, I prefer to be indoors.

Test II. Paragraph Writing

 Give one legal principle or maxim that you have encountered and
explain it in a paragraph of 10 sentences.

 Be sure to observe correct sentence structures in your paragraph.

The legal maxim that I have encountered and probably the most
significant one is the principle of Res Ipsa Loquitor ( the thing speaks for
itself ). The expression res ipsa loquitur is not a doctrine it applies only to
accidents of unknown cause. Res ipsa loquitur comes into play where an
accident of unknown cause is one that would not normally happen
without negligence on the part of the defendant in control of the object or
activity which injured the plaintiff or damaged his property. In such a
situation the court is able to infer negligence on the defendant's part
unless he offers an acceptable explanation consistent with his having
taken reasonable care. In cases involving medical negligence, the doctrine
of res ipsa loquitur allows the mere existence of an injury to justify a
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presumption of negligence on the part of the person who controls the

instrument causing the injury, provided that the following requisites
concur. The accident is of a kind which ordinarily does not occur in the
absence of someone’s negligence. It is caused by an instrumentality
within the exclusive control of the defendant or defendants. And the
possibility of contributing conduct would make the plaintiff responsible is
eliminated. These requisites must occur so that the principle may apply.
But importantly intent is immaterial in negligence cases because where
negligence exists and is proven, it automatically gives the injured a right
to reparation for the damage caused.
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MODULE 2
Test I. Improve the following paragraph for pronoun-antecedent
agreement. Write C if the statement does not have
pronoun-antecedent error.

C (1) One of the most popular sports worldwide holds their events in
stadiums, on city streets, and on mountain roads. (2) That sports is auto
racing. C (3) Many of the drivers are professionals who earn his or her
living from competing. C(4) Tens of thousands more, however, are
amateurs who participate at their own expense. C(5) There are many
kinds of auto races, and almost anyone can test their abilities in one of
them. (6) For example, some of the drivers in kart races have only
celebrated their eighth birthday.C (7) However, most of the people
interested in racing get their pleasure from watching others race. C(8)
Almost everybody in the United States has heard of drag racing, even if
they haven’t seen it. (9) Several of the other well known races are known
by its French names, Grand Prix, which means “large prize.”C (10) All of
these races draw hundreds of thousands of spectators to its course on
roads in Canada, the United States, Monaco, and other countries.

Test II. Paragraph Writing

Write a paragraph of 10 sentences on the following topic: LEGAL

PROFESSION IS A CHALLENGING PROFESSION.
Please observe Pronoun-antecedent rules in all your sentence.
LEGAL PROFESSION IS A CHALLENGING PROFESSION.

A lawyer, by his oath, swears to be an instrument of justice. It is his duty

to protect the rights and interests of his client within the bounds of law
and standards of ethical representation. In the same item, the government
must ensure he is able to perform his duties without threats and
intimidation. When his safety is at risk in discharging these functions, it is
necessary upon the government to safeguard his security. As a vital
partner in the administration of justice, a lawyer's advocacy may be
adversarial to the state. He may have to defend an accused murderer,
rapist, or drug dealer but in protecting the rights of these accused, the
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lawyer should not be identified as one with the accused. I am afraid by

implication that when a lawyer defends a drug lord he is equally as guilty
as a drug protector himself as he is obviously being paid out from the
proceeds of the business. Suppose a thief robs a bank, gets arrested,
retains a lawyer and pays him with part of the loot, does that make the
lawyer a bank robber as well?

In a philosophy like ours, support of the Constitution is one of the main

principles. The interpretation and applicability of its basic provisions are
the tasks lawyers are constantly obliged to perform. If we are to maintain
peace and order, justice and equality, democracy, and rule of law, we
must recognize the only voice of lawyers in the wilderness of competing
interests between the government and the governed. Silencing lawyers
through harassment, intimidation, or even murder does not make us a
freer and more civilized nation.
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MODULE 3
Test I. Correct the following sentences
for errors in verb use.

1. One of the most entertaining ever, is this basketball game.

2. Along with a few others the singer, also plays the harmonica on stage.
3. the shirts every one wore have a green collar.
4. I watched my favorite TV show, when Carol called last night.
5. I have worked for this company for more than thirty years and I intent
to stay here until I retire.
6. Sharon loves to travel. She went abroad almost every summer. Next
year she plans to go to Peru.
7. Thomas is an author who wrote since he was a child.
8. We are late because, we have some car problems.
9. By the time we get to the train, Susan has been waiting for us for more
than two hours.
10. Every day I got up at six, eat breakfast at seven, and left for work at
eight. However, this morning I got up at 6:30, skip breakfast and left for
work late because I forgot to set the alarm.

Test II. Paragraph Writing

Write a paragraph of 10 sentences on the following topic: LESSON

FORM COVID19.
Please observe correct form of the verbs in terms of tenses, agreement
with the subject moods and voices.

It has been a months and days since the Philippimes declared an

Enhanced Community Quarantine as part of the effort to combat the
spread of COVID19. Like every other place, each household was
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assigned a quarantine pass, and we had to follow the assigned market

days for our barangay. The kids and adults in the house are going stir
crazy, so we try and find ways to occupy ourselves during this crisis.

After much contemplation, let me share some of the personal realizations

I have about these challenging times that have helped me make it through
every single day. I enumerated atleast 5 lessons I’ve learned from this
difficult times first is Be kind to yourself, always remember that what
ever harships or diffult times we may face every day we need also to
listen to our self and rest. Second is don’t force yourself to be productive
and listen to your body .We cannot assume what everyone is going
through during this period, and it does not help to criticize people for not
making the most out of their time. Third is decompress, and do it
regularly. Find an activity that suits you best. If you like to cook or bake,
bring out those recipes and get busy. If you have pets you can play with,
do that. If you have a small garden, tend to it. The key is to do an activity
that you love and relaxes you.. Fourth is to Prioritize your health and
well-being. I am great believer in the saying: “Better safe than sorry.”
Adequate rest and sleep seemed like the most important thing in times
like this again listen to your body as it needs also rest. And lastly
Compassion should come first. A simple call or message from a family
member or a friend is a great thing because it shows and it teaches us not
only to be compassionate to others but also to display humanity.
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MODULE 4
Test I. Correct the following sentences for errors in the use of
modifiers.

1. In the provincial legislature, many politicians play tennis .

2. Students who come to the Writing Resource Centre often can improve
their writing skills.
3. The article remains unclear, after reading the background material.
4. Campaign funds must be correctly administered, to become a respected
politician.
5. The chores were done after having washed all the dishes.
6. After a short period of picketing, most of the strikers expected the
union to, give in to the company's demands.
7. The doctor gave the small child his vaccine.who is crying on the
examination table.
8. The math problem was easily solved, using the Pythagorean Theorem.
9. Having finished the essay, a new Facebook status was uploaded.
10. Everyone watched the celebrity, dressed in a flowing gown enter the
room.

Test II. Paragraph Writing

Write a paragraph of 10 sentences comparing General Community

Quarantine with Enhanced Community Quarantine during the
COVID-19 pandemic.

Be sure to observe correct use and placement of modifiers as well as

correct use of conjunctions and prepositions.
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What then is the difference between ECQ and GCQ?

In general, public movement in areas under GCQ is less restricted compared

to the ones under ECQ. Under the ECQ, public transportation systems are
suspended and only businesses offering essential goods and services are
allowed to operate. While under the GCQ, public transportation is allowed
but in reduced capacity and 50-100% of select establishments will be open,
subject to health standards. Essential establishments will be open under the
GCQ which are mostly that privides essential needs of the public. Compared
to ECQ that theres is limitations on the opening of establishments which
provides esssential needs of the people. The implementation of the ECQ is
more strictly monitored unlike GCQ that its not that strict. In overall ECQ or
being in GCQ its primary concern is the safety of the public.