Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
CARAGA Administrative Region
CRESENCIO S. LAGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Diagnostic Test in
CREATIVE WRITING
GRADE 12- GAS

Directions. Read carefully each question. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which form of writing that uses imagination and figurative language?

a. technical c. creative
b. academic d. expository
2. Which form of writing that explains the steps in accomplishing tasks?
a. technical c. creative
b. academic d. expository
3. Which form of writing that is tied to specific discipline or field?
a. technical c. creative
b. academic d. expository
For questions 4 and 5, which form of writing is utilized? Refer to the choices given
in the previous number.
4. Such words I heard from my boyfriend are razors that cut every part of my heart.
a. technical c. creative
b. academic d. expository
5. Duterte issued the marching order during a talk with some 100 Philippine Army
soldiers at the Armed Forces of the Philippines Central Command Headquarters.
a. technical c. creative
b. academic d. expository
For questions 6-7, which of the specific sense manifests in the sentences below.
6. The deserted building on the island looked like a ghost.
a. sight c. taste
b. hearing d. touch
7. She was moaning while the finger were fearfully trembling.
a. sight c. taste
b. hearing d. touch
8. Which sentence below manifests euphemism?
a. I really need a bit of peace and quiet.
b. You are my sunshine.
c. Like a star glowing out from the blue of the sky.
d. Beat! Beat! Drums-blow bugles blow!
9. Which of the following below utilizes synecdoche?
a. A rolling stone gathers no moss.
b. The ship was a tiger roaring through the water.
c. Moths cough and drop wings.
d. And time works for all the works and days of hands.
10. Which sentence below is an example of internal conflict?
a. A character disagrees with the values, laws or beliefs of a group.
b. A character has a problem with outside forces like weather or land.
c. A character develops a struggle between his thoughts and ideas.
d. A character has an agreement or disagreement with another character.
11. Which sentence below is an example of Man vs society?
a. A character disagrees with the values, laws or beliefs of a group.
 b. A character has a problem with outside forces like weather or land.
c. A character develops a struggle between his thoughts and ideas.
d. A character has an agreement or disagreement with another character.
12. Which plot technique is described below?
As a man gets ready for work, we see that he is there and sweating. His wife kisses
him goodbye, the man throws her an uneasy loo and he picks up his briefcase.
a. Suspense c. motifs and symbols
b. Foreshadowing d. flashback
13. Which of the following is a form of deliberate intertextuality?
a. Allusion c. direct quotation
b. Plagiarism d. indirect quotation
14. Which type of intertextuality is manifested in the case below.
A filmmaker decides to make a re-make of Citizen Kane Set on Mars in 2327 AD.
a. Latent intertextuality c. deliberate intertextuality
b. External allusion d. citation
15. Which type of intertextuality is shown in the situation below?
A student was tasked to role play then suddenly he thought of a scene from a movie
that he had watched but could not remember its title.
a. Latent intertextuality b. external allusion
b. Deliberate intertextuality d. citation

16. Which of the following is a combination of stressed and unstressed syllables in a line
of poetry.
a. Iambic c. meter
b. Lyric d. foot
17. Which kind of poem that does not follow a rhyme scheme?
a. Conventional poem c. free verse
b. Blank verse d. haiku
18. Which is the kind of poetry that follows 5-7-5 pattern?
a. diamonte c. concrete
b. haiku d. limerick
19. What is a group of lines in a poem similar to that of a paragraph; the way the poem
is divided?
a. alliteration b. stanza c. repetition d. simile
20. Which type of diction is defined as nonstandard and often regional?
a. slang b. colloquial c jargon d. dialect.
21. Which type of diction is described as coined and invented?
a. slang b. colloquial c jargon d. dialect.
22. Which type of character is described as remained the same throughout the story?
a. round b. flat c. static d. dynamic
23. Which type of character is described as well developed?
a. round b. flat c. static d. dynamic
24. Which type of point of view is described as “god-like”?
a. first person b. second c. third person d. omniscient
25. Which type of plot is used in the “The Gingerbread Man”?
a. linear b. cumulative c. circular d. episodic
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
CARAGA Administrative Region
CRESENCIO S. LAGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Diagnostic Test in
English for Academic and Professional Purposes
GRADE 12- GAS

Directions. Read carefully each question. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which of the following defines IMRAD structure of a text?

a. It facilitates literature review, allowing readers to navigate articles more quickly to
locate material relevant to their purpose.
b. It presents why the study is undertaken, when, where, and the study is done, the
answers to a problem, and the implication of the answers.
c. It is used in writing academic writings.
d. All of these

2-4. Study the texts below and determine what structure is illustrated in each.

2. “Globally there is an increasing awareness of the importance of research for developing

guidelines to direct social and economic interventions. Research involves the critical
analysis of each and every solution to a problem using the scientific method to identify the
best evidence based solution for action at the time. Research is thus the foundation of
evidence based practice.”
a. Introduction
b. Method
c. Result
d. Discussion
3. “Two hundred and nine (209) journal articles were found during the survey. The earliest
publication was of the year 1990 and the most recent from 2007 from 13 volumes of the
journal. Of the 209 articles 101/209 (48.3%) were authored by faculty only teams, 86/209
(41.1%) were authored by student only teams, 13/209 (6.2%) were authored by student
faculty teams, and 9/209 (4.3%) had no affiliation indicated thus not classified into any of
the above mentioned teams.”
a. Introduction
b. Method
c. Result
d. Discussion
4. “For each article found, the following information was captured; the articles' authors and
their affiliations, the use of the IMRAD format of writing papers, the composition of the
authoring teams and the year of the publication. The data was analyzed using the
Statistical Package for Social Sciences Inc. (version 12.0 for Windows, Chicago, Illinois)
with the calculation of odd ratios and trend analysis being made with the aid of online
Open Epi programmed version 2.3.1.”
a. Introduction
b. Method
c. Result
d. Discussion
5. A writer explores questions that deal with human values. His ultimate goal is to explain or
understand the human experience. What academic writing is he engaged in?
a. Business
b. Humanities
c. Natural Sciences
d. Social Sciences
 6. A writer is engaged in a type of writing which is generally concise and includes genres
such as lab reports and reviews of scientific literature. What academic writing is he doing?
a. Business
b. Humanities
c. Natural Sciences
d. Social Sciences
7. A writer explains a situation, event, or change in order to compel the reader toward a very
specific action. What type of writing is illustrated in this?
a. Business
b. Humanities
c. Natural Sciences
d. Social Sciences

8-10. Choose the ideas explained in the following texts

8. “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.”
a. Passing fears are common in early childhood.
b. In fact, many U.S. TV shows have first originated overseas.
c. There are gender differences in adolescents' satisfaction with their bodies.
d. The point is, in order to negotiate the best possible salary, you must convince both
yourself and the employer of the value that you will bring to the job.
9. “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.”
a. Even today, the U.S. Supreme Court does not reflect the U.S. population.
b. Clearly, African music has several interesting characteristics.
c. High achievement motivation affects people's choice of occupation and job success.
d. Tsunamis, large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes, can be deadly and
destructive.
10. “Psychologists say that a sigh can express satisfaction and contentment. Frequent sighing
can suggest despair and depression. It can also express disgust or frustration. It can
express several emotions, but there is no one correct way to interpret its meaning.”
a. Migrating animals navigate in a variety of ways.
b. Using a home equity loan pays off credit card debt.
c. There are several questions you should ask whenever your doctor orders a medical
test for you.
d. A sigh can express several emotions, but there is no one correct way to interpret its
meaning.

11-12. Read each question and choose its thesis statement from the options below.
11. Should cigarettes be made illegal?
a. Although smoking has many negative health effects, making smoking illegal would not
solve the problem.
b. Teenagers should be allowed to smoke if they choose to.
c. Smoking is a leading cause of death in the United States.
d. B and C
12. What is the best way to teach the public about healthy lifestyles?
a. People should be able to decide what kind of lifestyle they want to have even if it is
unhealthy.
 b. Advertising is an effective medium for selling many things, and I believe it can sell
good health too.
c. I disagree that laws can help people stay healthy.
d. A and B
13. Which of the following is an opinion?
a. Last year there was a horrible outbreak of flu.
b. Babies generally start to talk between 18 and 24 months of age.
c. The average temperature in Wyoming in January is 35°F.
d. The capital of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) is Moscow.
14. Which is a fact?
a. More people stopped smoking last year than two years ago.
b. Many nutritionists believe a low-carbohydrate; high-protein diet is the healthiest diet.
c. Smoke detectors can help save lives.
d. All of these
15. What do you call a formal system used to think about and organize your paper?
a. Outlining
b. Paraphrasing
c. Scanning
d. Skimming
16. Student A arranged systematically the key details of his paper using a drawing. What
organizer did he use?
a. Map
b. Note
c. Spatial Outline
d. Venn Diagram

17-18. Read the passages carefully. Which should be the best claim based on these passages as
source of information?
17. “A recent survey revealed some shocking results. One in five teens does not know that if
you take out a loan, you must pay interest in addition to repaying the loan. One teen in four
has the mistaken notion that financial aid will take care of all their college expenses. And
one teen in three thinks that Social Security payments will provide all the money they need
when they retire.”
a. A recent survey revealed some shocking results: one in five teens does not know that if
you take out a loan, you must pay interest in addition to repaying the loan.
b. Teenagers do not know anything about money matters.
c. A recent survey revealed some shocking results about how little understanding teens
have about money matters.
d. One teen in four has the mistaken notion that financial aid will take care of all their
college expenses. And one teen in three thinks that Social Security payments will
provide all the money they need when they retire.
18. “Novels and short stories are types of fiction. Drama is another example. Fairy tales and
fables are also fiction. It is a type of narrative writing that comes from the imagination of
the author rather than from history or fact.”
a. There are many types of literature.
b. Novels, short stories, drama, fairy tales and fables are types of fiction.
c. Fiction is a type of narrative writing that comes from the imagination of the author
rather than from history or fact.
d. Novels and short stories are types of fiction.

19-20. Choose the language that suits the context.

19. Correct usage of word is observed in academic writing. Which word below correctly
completes the following sentence? My thoughts can _____ my mood, too.
a. Affect
b. Effect
c. Affected
d. Effected
20. Passive voice is used in academic writing. What word should complete the following
sentence? The castle _____ in the 16th century.
a. Built
b. Has built
c. Was built
d. Had built
21. Which of the following expresses contrary in an appropriate manner?
a. I disagree with you!
b. I am sorry to disagree with you, but…
c. That is not true.
d. All of these
22. Which of the following is an expression of giving contrary view?
a. In my experience…
b. I don’t think so either.
c. I am not sure about that.
d. That’s a good point.
23. Which of the following defines a concept paper?
a. Explains an abstract idea
b. Convinces a potential sponsor
c. Presents a proposal
d. All of the above
24. A type of concept paper in which it focuses on education or studies.
a. Academic
b. Formal
c. Business
d. Experimental
25. A way of the writer in elucidating his ideas by giving meanings.
a. Definition
b. Explanation
c. Clarification
d. Illustration
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Department of Education
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CRESENCIO S. LAGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Diagnostic Test in
ORAL COMMUNICATION IN CONTEXT
GRADE 11/12- GAS

Directions. Read carefully each question. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which of the following elements of communication refers to the information or ideas

conveyed by the speaker?
a. receiver b. channel c. context d. message

2. Which model depicts communication as linear?

a. Transaction Model b. Inventive model c. Shannon-Weaver Model d. Schramm Model

3. Which function of communication is served when people’s feelings are being invoked?
a. information dissemination b. control c. social interaction d. emotional expression

4. Which barrier is characterized by a set of vocabulary in a certain field?

a. international profession b. jargon c. emotional barrier d. specialized field of expertise

5. Which of the following refers to the use of simple yet precise and powerful words?
a. vividness b. clarity c. brevity d. appropriateness

6. Which of the following statements shows positive regard to cultural differences?

a. I share relevant information about my culture, and make sure it is more than what others share
about theirs.
b. I do not think that my own culture is better than others’.
c. I communicate for others to understand and appreciate my own culture.
d. I do not exert effort in learning about others’ cultures.

7. Which of the following best defines intercultural communication?

a. It happens when individuals negotiate, interact, and create meanings while bringing in their
varied cultural backgrounds.
b. It is a competition among people set to make their cultures known.
c. It is an organized procedure where everyone speaks of his/her culture.
d. It happens when a specific culture is regarded as the best among the rest.

8. Which DMIS stage is shown in the statement, “People of different cultures are not really
unique. They are categorically the same.”
a. acceptance b. defense c. denial d. minimization

9. Which of the following cannot be considered a characteristic of a competent intercultural

communicator?
a. inclusive b. polite c. open-minded d. idealistic

10. Which of the following statements best shows INTEGRATION as a DMIS stage?
a. “I hear you and I want to see how I can benefit from what you said.”
b. “I can see nothing new in what we all presented.”
c. “I don’t think your suggestions will work. They don’t serve any of our interests here.”
d. “Maybe I can make necessary adjustments in order to meet our objectives.”
11. In which speech style are jargon, lingo, and street slang usually used?
a. Intimate b. formal c. casual d. covert

12. An indirect speech act occurs when…

a. there is no direct connection between the form of the utterance and the intended meaning.
b. there is a direct connection between the form of the utterance and the intended meaning.
c. there is no direct connection between the intention and the intended meaning.
d. there is a direct connection between the intention and the intended meaning.

13. This refers to the ability of a speaker to use linguistic knowledge to effectively communicate
with others.
a. Interpersonal communication b. Communicative competence
c. Social interaction d. Communicative strategy
14. Which of the following statements show a commissive speech act?
a. “I want to eat some cake.” b. “She went out!”
c. “I’ll be here tomorrow at 6pm.” d.“I’m sorry I was so angry at you yesterday.”

15. Which of the following is NOT a speech context?

a. Intrapersonal communication b. Dyad communication
c. Long distance communication d. Mass communication

16. Restriction in communication refers to any__________ you may have as a speaker.

a. limitation b. ideas c. noises d. internal conflict
17. Which of the following is an example of a frozen speech style?
a. Panatang Makabayan b. The President’s SONA
c. A commencement speech d. Opening remarks

18. Who proposed the classification of illocutionary acts?

a. John Austin b. John Searle c. John Cena d. Martin Joos

19. Which statement reflects termination?

a. “Well then, I think we’re good. See you!”
b. “I didn’t know about that.”
c. “So, have you heard about the forest fire in Davao?”
d. “You’re hired!”

20. An intrapersonal communication involves…

a. One speaker b. Two speakers
c. A small group d. A speaker and an audience

Identify the type of speech style appropriate for the following situations. Write your answer
before the number.
___________21. Talking to a counselor or psychiatrist
___________22. Giving last-minute instructions to players
___________23. Delivering campaign speeches
___________24. Delivering a speech at the UN Summit
___________25. Delivering news reports
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CRESENCIO S. LAGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Diagnostic Test in
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
GRADE 11/12- GAS

Directions. Read carefully each question. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. The following are physical activity programs implemented by the DOH and WHO to promote an active life
style to prevent death caused by communicable and non-communicable diseases, except one;
A) Go4Health B) E – di Exercise C) Mag – HL Tayo D) None of the above
2. Which of the following is NOT a communicable disease?
A) Heart Disease B) Vascular Disease C) Cancer D) None of the above
3. It involves any bodily movement caused by muscular contractions that result in the expenditure of energy.
A) Physical Activity B) Exercise C) Physical Fitness D) All of the above
4. It is the ability of the muscle to generate the greatest force.
A) Body Composition B) Flexibility C) Muscular Endurance D) None of the above
5. It is the ability to move a joint without a pain over its entire range of motion.
A) Muscular Strength B) Aerobic Capacity C) Flexibility D) None of the above
6. It involves large muscle groups that perform rhythmic and continuous movement for a prolonged period
of time in order to improve aerobic capacity.
A) Aerobic Exercise B) Resistance Exercise C) Stretching Exercise D) None of the above
7. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the estimates of WHO in the Western Pacific
Region particularly in the Philippines?
A) 65% of the total deaths among Filipinos in the year 2000 were caused by non-communicable diseases.
B) 86% of Filipino high school students in Manila fail to achieve the recommended physical activity level.
C) In 2012, the number of deaths rose to 72%.
D) Only letters A and C are correct.
8. It refers to the total make-up of the body using the concept of two component model.
A) Body Composition B) Flexibility C) Muscular Endurance D) None of the above
9. It refers to a planned program of physical activities usually designed to improve physical fitness with the
purpose of increasing physical fitness level.
A) Physical Activity B) Exercise C) Physical Fitness D) All of the above
10. Which of the following statements explain the benefits of the Filipino Pyramid Activity Guide?
A) Provides a graphical representation of how physical fitness can be achieved.
B) Shows that performing more day-to-day activities such as walking and using stairs are the foundation in
Becoming physically active.
C) Both A and B
D) None of the above
11. The type of exercise that increases the elasticity of muscles and tendons surrounding the joint in order
to improve flexibility.
A) Physical Activity B) Exercise C) Physical Fitness D) All of the above
12. It refers to a condition that allows the body to effectively cope with the demands of daily activities and still
has the energy to enjoy other active leisure activities.
A) Physical Activity B) Exercise C) Physical Fitness D) All of the above
13. It is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles
efficiently in order to sustain prolonged rhythmical exercises.
A) Muscular Strength B) Aerobic Capacity C) Muscular Endurance D) None of the above
14. The type of exercise that requires the muscle to contract against an external load in order to improve
muscular strength, muscular endurance, and bone strength.
A) Aerobic Exercise B) Resistance Exercise C) Stretching Exercise D) None of the above
15. It is the ability of the muscle to resist fatigue when performing multiple repetitions of a sub maximal load.
A) Muscular Endurance B) Aerobic Capacity C) Muscular Strength D) None of the above
TEST II. SIMPLE RECALL: Identify whether the following given type of exercise is an Aerobic Exercise, Resistance
Exercise, or Stretching Exercise. Write your answer on the space provided. One (1) point each.

16. Triceps Curl

17. Running
18. High Kicks
19. Basic Push Up
20. Swimming
21. Kickboxing
22. Lunges
23. Knee to Chest
24. Dancing
25. Head Bend