ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

Name: _____________________________ Year & Section: ____________ Score: _______________

MULTIPLE CHOICE
Direction: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. How long should an introduction be?
A. Every introduction should be at least five sentences.
B. The length of the introduction varies with the purpose of the essay.
C. A good introduction only needs to be one sentences.
D. All of the above

2. What should a good conclusion be?

A. reiterates the main points made in the paper.
B. states the significance of research findings.
C. calls to action.
D. All of the above

3. Which of the following statements is TRUE about introduction?

A. An introduction should set the tone and flow into the body of the paper.
B. Start with an obvious, general statement that the reader can agree with.
C. State your position by saying “In this paper, I will show…”
D. All of the above

4. Which of the following is a GOOD strategy for engaging readers in the

introductory paragraph?
A. telling a brief story
B. starting with a dictionary definition
C. announcing the purpose in a formal way
D. none of the above

5. Which of the following is NOT true about the reaction paper?

A. It is purely made of opinions.
B. It conveys incisive insights into its analysis of events.
C. It may include the main purpose of the event.
D. It is mainly written to communicate a fair assessment.

6. Which of the following can be a form of a reaction paper?

A. Lyric Poem
B. Survey Report
C. Movie Review
D. Anecdotal Report

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7. Which of the following is needed to make objective assessment?
A. Facts
B. Opinions
C. Reactions
D. Traditions

8. Which of the following is not a form of reaction paper?

A. Appeal
B. Protest
C. Reflection
D. Report

9. How many parts does a concept paper have?

A. 2 C. 4
B. 3 D. 5

10. It is known as the easiest part of the concept paper since most of your ideas will
be referred to the once you drafted.
A. Title C. Body
B. Introduction D. Conclusion

11. Which part of the concept paper that describes the core ideas of the claim?
A. Title C. Body
B. Introduction D. Conclusion

12. Which of the following is NOT included in developing the paragraph of writing the
concept paper.
A. labelling C. definition
B. explication D. explanation

13. A position paper is sometimes called_____________.

A. concept paper B. technical report
C. point of view paper D. critique paper

14. The following are essential in writing the position paper, except
A. Introduce the topic
B. provide background on the topic to explain why it is important
C. assert the thesis
D. provide explanation but not the evidence

15. It is a one- sentence statement about the topic.

A. thesis B. argument C. main idea D. introduction

16. What source to use if you are doing introductory information and overviews?
A. books, government reports B. academic journals
C. newspapers, magazines D. directories, encyclopedias, Handbooks

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17. It is a formal piece of writing based on research.
A. position paper B. writing a questionnaire C. survey report

18. A technique of gathering data by asking questions to people who are taught to
have a desired information.
A. deductive method B. survey method C. questionnaire method

19. The following are the guidelines in writing a survey report, except:
A. keep it simple
B. modes of ordering
C. basic qualities of a good report.

20. What is the purpose of writing a survey report?

A. to have better report
B. to study a research topic thoroughly
C. to conduct a survey

21. Which data gathering method is utilized to collect, analyze and interpret the views of
a group of people from a target population?
a. survey c. experiment
b. research d. observation

22. The primary purpose of conducting survey is to .

a. find cause and effect relationships
b. compare groups to determine differences
c. determine and describe the way things are
d. predict the way things will be based on the way things are

23. Which of the following is true of survey research?

a. survey research is a subset of experimental research
b. survey research is often used in experimental research
c. survey research is never used in experimental research
d. survey research is always used in experimental research

24. Qualitative research and survey research are similar in that both .
a. have sample sizes
b. are descriptive research methods
c. are guided by predetermined variables to study
d. examine topics primarily from the participants perspectives

25. Which of the following does not describe a good objective?

a. measurable
b. specific
c. realistic
d. smart

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26. It is a process where researchers meet the participants face to face and ask relevant
questions.
a. panel interview
b. virtual interview
c. in- person interview
d. group interview

27. In academic writing, this is usually a main idea, often called a “claim” or “thesis
statement,” backed up with evidence that supports the idea. a. concept
b. question
c. research
d. argument

28. In analyzing an issue and developing an argument, the following may be included as
supporting evidence EXCEPT; a. diaries
b. current issues
c. in-depth studies
d. position papers and analyses

29. This refers to a published declaration of the intentions, motives, or views of the
issuer, be it an individual, group, political party or government a. Law
b. Texts
c. Manifesto
d. Arguments

30. This is a kind of writing where the students establishes a position in a given topic
and then uses evidence to persuade the audience to see things from his/her point of
view. a. Academic text
b. Literary Writing
c. Argumentative writing
d. Comprehensive Writing

31. In academic writing, this is usually a main idea, often called a “claim” or “thesis
statement,” backed up with evidence that supports the idea. a. concept
b. question
c. research
d. argument

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32. In analyzing an issue and developing an argument, the following may be included as
supporting evidence EXCEPT; a. diaries
b. current issues
c. in-depth studies
d. position papers and analyses

33. What is the best definition for claim?

a. A statement you believe to be false
b. A statement you believe to be true
c. Evidence that proves something right
d. An opinion

34. What does ‘reasonable argument’ mean?

a. A strong statement
b. A written response to a claim
c. An explanation that connects your evidence back to the claim
d. An opinion you believe in

35. It is the proof from credible sources used to support the writer's claims.
a. Claim c. Counter Argument
b. Argument d. Evidence

36. Champorado or chocolate rice porridge is Filipino’s most favorite food for
breakfast. The statement is an example of…
a. Claim c. Counter Argument
b. Evidence d. Defense

37. What do you call an academic paper that aims to present the stand of the author or
a person on an issue?
a. concept paper b. position paper c. essay d. journal

38. These are contents of a position paper, EXCEPT

a. thesis statement b. arguments c. counterclaims d. opinion

39. Which of the following should NOT be included in the introduction of a position
paper?
a. claims c. topic
b. thesis statement d. background information

40. How many claims or arguments are necessary or ideal in defending a stand on an
issue?
a. two b. three c. four d. one

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Answer Key
1. B
2. A
3. A
4. A
5. B
6. D
7. D
8. B
9. B
10. D
11. D
12. A
13. B
14. D
15. A
16. D
17. C
18. B
19. A
20. B
21. A
22. C
23. B
24. B
25. D
26. C
27. A
28. B
29. C
30. C
31. D
32. A
33. B
34. C
35. D
36. A
37. B
38. D
39. A
40. B

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