LET See REVIEWE on ee NCBTS TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS TOS) Specialization ENGLISH BOOK 1 Published by LORIMAR Publishing tne.Comprehensive LET Reviewer Based on the NCBTS and Table of Specifications (TOS) Specialization - English Book 1 Philippine Copyright © 2015 by Felina P, Espique, Ph.D. Stephenie Lee Ong Busbus, Ph.D. <=> Shirley L. Ayao-Ao, Ph.D. at Bernardita C. Ayunon, Ph.D. Joselita M. Ferrer, MA Literature - Bernadette L. Soliba, Ph.D. Geraldine Siagto —Wakat, Ph.D. Genevieve Copiling -Tudiong and LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. ISBN 971-685-812-9 Published by LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. 776 Aurora Blvd., cor. Boston Street, Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila Tel, Nos. 721-2715, 727-3386, 723-1560 Cellphone No. 0918-5375190 Fax (632) 727-3386 Cover design by Ronnie Llena Martinez All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmisted in any form or by ary means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, mimeo- graphing, or by any information and retrieval system, without written permission from the copyright holder. To purchase additonal copies of this Reviewer, call LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. Tel, Nos, 721-2715 + 723-1580 « 727-8386 » CP No. 0918-5975190 Telefax (632) 727-3388. Ask for Julie or send e-mail to publishedoylorinar@yahoo.com This LET Revie take the LET pass it The national percenta ranged from 15! “from 64% to 85%! Only 2 to 4 LET ex Increase your € 1. Engage yours Reviewer in are some wh competencies Specifications in a review th Professional T series of 2009 Master the cor doing the pract to the best of them, If you wa to yourself. D Refer to the A If after ch didn’t get alli some more, Re to the point of reading in thi yourself to the: After firth i and answer th competency. y 3. Learn to sha because they d not light nor de Reviewer. 4. Develop your Filipino in Ger English. If you chances, 5, Most of all p: graduation, pre them complete. have the list of long queuc at’ Take note, the conduct of the Prepare months be devoted to serious : Penn, “no pain, no pal You can’t afford take it, make @ promisPREFACE This LET Reviewer is prepared to help you pass the LET. Mind you, not all who take the LET pass it, In fact, majority of those who took the LET since 1996 failed. The national percentages of passing the LET published in the national daily newspapers ranged from 15% to 36%, This means that the mortality rates have been very high - from 64% to 8596! In other words, for every ten (10) examinces, 6 to-8 examinees fal Only 2 to 4 LET examinees pass. Increase your Chances in Passing the LET! This is how, 1. Engage yourself in a review that is focused on the LET competencies. This LET Reviewer in the Specialization - English Book | will be of great help. There are some who prepate blindly-for the LET. They have no knowledge on the competeneigs on which they are tested. You are fortunate to have the Table of Specifications with you. They are the focus of this LET Reviewer. Engage yourself i in a review that is focused on the LET competencies promulgated by the Board for Professional Teachers, Professional Regulation Commission, in Resolution No. 10 seties of 2009, 2. Master the competencies in all the tests. Test your mastery of the competencies by doing the practice test in this Reviewer. Answer the test items given in this Reviewer to the best of your ability, Don’t be afraid to commit mistakes; learn most it from them : If you want an honest evaluation of how much you have mastered, be truc to yourself. Don't look at the Answer Keys as you are answering the test items. Refer to the Answer Keys only after you have answered the test items. If after checking your answers against the Answer Keys you find out that you didn’t get all items correctly, this means that you have to do more reading. So. read some more. Read as many references as you can in both print and elevtronic forms to the point of concept mastery. You are given a list of references for additional reading in this Reviewer, It goes without saying that you do not have to limit yourself to these references. ‘After farther reading, go back to the test items which you did not get correctly: and answer them once more. This is the way to mastery. IF you do that for every competency. you are assured of passing the LET! : | | Metro Manila 3.Learn to shade answer sheets correctly. Many examinee fail the LET 75190 because they don’t know how to shade their answer sheet correctly. Learn to do it f not light nor dark shading with the use of the LET-like answer sheets attached to this Reviewer. 4, Develop your reading comprehension skills in English. Except in the test items for Filipino in General Education and in the specialization, all written test items are in English. If your reading comprehension in English chances. 5.Most of all put your mind and heart into your LET preparation. Right after graduation, prepare the required documents for LET application and once you have * excellent, you will have greater sansmitted in any form them complete, apply for LET at the nearest PRC office as early as possible. You ing. recording, mimeo- have the list of required documents in the PRC website. Avoid the rush. Avoid the permission from the long queue at PRC which happens on the last days of filing for LET application. Take note, the deadline for LET application is usually three months before the conduct of the LET. Prepare months before the conduct of the LET. The months before the LET should be devoted to serious study. Remember “no pain, no gain”. Or better still from William Penn, “no pain, no palm; no thoms, no throne: no gall, no glory; no cross, no crown”. You can't afford to take the LET a second time! Now that you have decided to take it, make a promise and more than that, make a commitment to pass the LET! MmTABLE OF CONTENTS Page REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION IN ENGLISH 8 MYTHOLOC 1.1. Take into consideration student inadequacies in language 8.1 Use liter and literature competencies for remediation purposes...ueennnel various | ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES 9, AFRO-ASIA 2.1 Apply content-based principles and strategies in developing 9.1 Identify language proficiency for specific disetplines 3 and sym 10. ENGLISH A LANGUAGE CURRICULUM FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL Routinenael 3.1 Exhibit clear understanding of the design, development, : end eons and dissemination of a language curriculum a5 i 11. THE TEAC INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTICS HA Demons 4.1. Demonstrate understanding of the structural aspect of language, pees i.e., phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.....6 includin 4.2. Apply concepts and principles of language leaming, teaching, methods and language use in specific contexts for language acquisition and Teaming. ..nnnnnsennnncnnnnni aa 12 12, TEACHING 4.3 Draw implications of the theories of linguistics, psycholinguisties, 12.1 Apply p and sociolinguistics to language teaching and learning ... serene 20 ee STRUCTURE OF ENGLISH 43. PREPARAT 5.1. Demonstrate the understanding of grammatical concepts, M by being able to describe and analyze the form, meaning eee and use of various language structures, = ase material INTRODUCTION TO STYLISTICS the use ¢ 6.1 Use the conceptual framework and schema of linguistics indepen« and literature in understanding literary language..rnnsenvnnesn 30 14, LANGUAGI LITERARY CRITICISM 14.1 Use basi 7.1 Demonstrate understanding of the basic approaches ng i to problems in critical theory from the classical to i moder tims as applied to literary works eee 45. LANGUAG 15.1 Apply p to find a and liter IV yee ii panPage ‘RY SCHOOL linguistics, istics 30 wn 10. n. 12. 13. 14, 15. Page MYTHOLOGY AND FOLKLORE 8.1 Use literary concepts in interpreting and analyzing various literary texts. : 37 AFRO-ASIAN LITERATUI ¢E (Including Philippine Literature) 9.1 Identify characteristics, motif’, archetypes, and symbolsof different literary texts, Stree ENGLISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURE 10.1 Identify characteristics, motifs, archetypes, and symbols of different literary texts. THE TEACHING OF SPEAKING, LISTENING AND READING 11.1 Demonstrate understanding of the nature of the four language ‘macro-components (listening, speaking, reading, writing, including grammar) and the theoretical bases, principles, methods, strategies in teaching these componepts. at TEACHING OF LITERATURE 12.1 Apply principles, skills, and strategies gained to literature instruction ..rsnscrnnnnnere 50 PREPARATION AND EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS 13.1 Apply knowledge of principles and processes involved in developing and evaluating various types of instructional materials for language and literature instruction, including the use of technology for assisting instruction and independent language learning. et LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ASSESSMENT 14.1 Use basic concepts in language and literature testing in assessing language proficiency snc» 59 LANGUAGE RESEARCH 15.1 Apply principles and approaches in research to find answers to questions in language and litcrature teaching and learning, Seer | 2 a : oe cee16. CAMPUS JOURNALISM 16.1 Apply prineiples and strategies in writing the various parts, (e.g. editorial, news, feature story, etc.) of a campus paper. 417. TRANSLATION AND EDITING OF TEXT 17.1 Apply the rules of discourse and rhetagic in editing various kinds of written materials... 17.2 Demonstrate understanding of basi theories and concepts in translation as applied to the writing and editing of various types of texts . 173 Apply principles and strategies in translating texts of various types from English to another language or from another language to English. 18. SPEECH AND STAGE ARTS 18.1 Demonstrate understanding of the process of ‘oral communication and the various forms of speech arts from public speaking and group discussions to debate, oral interpretation, and dramatics.. 19. CREATIVE WRITING 19.1 Apply theories. concepts and skills in creative writing to include biographical sketches, fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry ....... Review Notes for English... References. Answer Keyser Sample Certificate of Registration .. Sample Professional Identification Card. Sample Answer Sheets...... vi Page 69 oo . 78-160 161-163, 164-167 168 168 169-173 1. Remedial Instr 1.1 Take into ¢ literature ¢ For which is an L. Reinforceme Il. Helping pup IIL, Developing | A. Lonly B. Honly What should be doz A. Diagnose the: B. Prepare reme The following are n A. Individualize B. Peer Support C. Reward Sche D. Test and Dri Is remedial instruct A. No, however they are diag B. Yes, both rea help. C. Itdepends oF D. No, they are Which statement o Remedial teaching . working syst working pur seeing to itd re-teaching, gae>Page jous parts ss paper... 65 69 a 69 Fring 78-160 161-163 164-167 168 168 169-173 : | 1. Remedial Instruction in English 1.1. Take into consideration student inadequacies in language and ~ literature competencies for remediation purposes 3, 4. For which is an Individualized Education Programme (IEP)? 1. Reinforceitent of the foundation of leaning UJ. Helping pupils overcome their learning difficulties IIL. Developing leargers* potentials A. Lonly C. ML only B. Honly D.1, Wand Il What should be done first before doing remedial instruction? A. Diagnose the difficulty C. Plan the remedial instruction B. Prepare remedial materials _D. Group the pupils by gender The following are remedial teaching strategies EXCEPT Individualized Educational Programmed (IEP) Peer Support Programmed Reward Scheme Test and Drill pomPE Is remedial instruction the same as special education? ‘A. No, however, remedial instruction may include children with special needs if they are diagnosed with difficulty B. Yes, both remedial instruction and special education serve leamers that need help. C. It depends on the clientele of reniedial instruction D. No, they are far apart and not in any way related Which statement on remedial teaching is WRONG? Remedial teaching involves working systematically: observing, diagnosing, remediating, evaluating working purposefully and intensively with a pupil seeing to it that the pupil can remain at his/her school re-teaching, reviewing, and assessing pomE2 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 6. What does remedial instruction focus on | [ 2. English for Sp A. Content B. Skills | [> 20 Apply. cont C. Grammar language pr D. Test eee E11. Which statement a 7. Which practices mean success for learners with reading diffieultics? eee A. Scientific o 1. Be clear on what students must kriow, understand, and be able to do in order OMe to grow in their grasp of a subject. B. Scientific w IL Build scaffolding leading to student suscess in those goals, Don’t dilute the C. The choice goals thus, writers Il. Make use of several avenues of learning - make students hear it, sing it, read choices but it D. Writers use : work in the, A. 1 Hand II C. Land II a et B. Mand It D1, Hand it 12. Which of the follo A. Hedging is. as devices t B. When hedgi commitmen C. ESP learner and busines D. In research appears not than the stat 8. For effective remedial instruction, work for learning-in- context. What does leaming- in-context mean? A. Make students see how ideas and skills connect to their families and communities B. Make students see how important concepts and skills are. C. Make use of problem solving. D. Avoid drills 13. Which statement A. Discourse a 9. Which can increase the effectiveness of remedial teaching? A. Let student know that you believe in her/him. B. Direct student to work harder whether s/he likes it or not. the sentence C. Do not allow him/her to play until s/he can do the task. _ structure the D. Engage him/her in a continuous drill until s/he learns the skill. ee C. Discourse a while genre areas of ESE D. Discourse ai paragraph st 10. Because reading remediation requires building skills rather than leatning course content, which should reading trainers do? I. Minimize testing and grading UL Observe the student in the actual act of reading JIL Make reading classes a grammar class. I | 14. Which statement b A. Land I C. only A. ESPisa lan B. Il only D.1, Hand IE B. ESP is an ap C. ESP isa par D. ESP consistLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book 1 = [2 English for Specific Purposes 2.1. Apply content-based principles and strategies in developing language proficiency for specific disciplines 11, Which statement about the use of voice in academic or scientific writing is NOT true? ities? A. Scientific or academic writing-uses the passive voice more than the active d be able to do in order voice<>= i B. Scientific writing uses the passive voice more than the active voice is a myth. C. The choice of getive or passive is constrained by functional considerations; i thus, writers use the we-form active when they describe their own procedural ts hear it, sing it, read! choices but use the passive when describing standard procedures. Bice D. Writers use the we-form active when contrasting their work with previous work in the field, but use the passive when describing previous research. ose goals. Don’t dilute the = 12, Which of the following statements about hedging is INCORRECT? A. Hedging is 2 scientific writing strategy where writers use aspects of the verb as devices to express politeness or to distance themselves from a claim. B, When hedging, academic writers use words that strongly and sharply express commitment to their criticism. mmilies and C. ESP leamers need to appreciate the role of hedging in academic, professional and business genres and to manipulate its actual linguistic devices sare D. In research or in the professional community, the criticism, Mr de la Crus appears not to have understood my point, is hedged and is more acceptable than the statement: Mr de la Crus definitely did not understand my point teat. What does leamnin, 13. Which statement compares/contrasts BEST discourse analysis from genre analysis? A. Discourse analysis is any study of language text at a level above that of the sentence; genre analysis is a text analysis focused on the regularities of structure that distinguish one type of text from another. B. Discourse analysis is the global/umbrella term for text analysis while genre analysis is a part of discourse analysis. C, Discourse analysis is valuable in looking at spoken and written business texts while genre analysis is useful in looking at both written and spoken texts in afl areas of ESP. D. Discourse analysis includes the study of cohesive links between sentences, of paragraph structure, or the structure of the whole text 14, Which statement below BEST defines ESP? A. ESPis a language teaching approach which is based on leamer’s need. B, ESP is an approach not a product. C. ESPis a particular kind of language or methodology. D. ESP consists of a particular type of teaching material4 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ENGLISH Book + 21, Which type of syll the nature of gene ete? A. Skill syllaby B. Discourse’s 15. Which type of knowledge is NOT required of the ESP teacher? A. A positive attitude towards the ESP content B. A knowledge of the fundamental principles of the subject area C_ An awareness of how much they probably already know D. A specialist subject knowledge I i i } SP teachers is she lack of an orthodoxy. This means 16. One of the consistent problems of E: that aoe => 22. Which type of syl 1L_ ESP teachers do not have a ready-made, straightforward answers to problems j exercises in perso they meet 4} using the ads, ete? II, ESP teachers need to distil and synthestze from several options those that best | ‘A. Skill syllabi suit their circumstances ; B. Discoursels IIL, AMI ESP teachers are pioneers who are helping to shape the world of ESP seretalanie AL Cc. Lu : B. D. LAL 3. Language Cur 3.4. Exhibit j 37. Another problem that constantly faces ESP teachers is the new realms of knowledge that ESP teachers have 10 cope with. This suggests that _ 'A. ESP teachers have to struggle to master language and subject matter they dissemina know very little about Pa B. ESP teachets often feel a sense of utter inadequacy at their ability to cope ao. | C. ESP teachers feel boredom as they teach subject matter that are very simple ceipEiss ere and familiar B. Revitalized D. Aand B C. School Bas D. Thinking S MCP) | 18. Which type of syllabus would contain the following set of topi making arrangements; attending meetings; taking part in an interview; buying and 24. Which was the Se selling, etc? ; ‘A. Structural/situational syllabus C. Functional/notional syllabus replace the Revise B. Skill syllabus D. Functional/task-based syllabus A. Program for B. Secondary 19. Which type of syllabus would edntaid the following set of topics: : Nee taking notes; writing essays: study techniques and examinations; improving your reading, ete? } 25, Im the K-12 curries A. Skill syllabus C, Functional/task-based syllabus A. 6 years of B. Discourse/skills syllabus D. Skills and strategies B. 4 years of senior high 20. Which type of syllabus would contain the following set of topics: C. 2 years of properties and shapes; location: structure; actions in sequence: cause and effect, etc? c ear S of 'A. Structural/situational syllabus C. Functional/notional syllabus senior high B, Skill syllabus D. Functional/task-based syllabusLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book? 5 21, Which type of syllabus would contain the following set of topics: the nature of generalizations; general and specific information; levels of generality, er" piect area ete? ae A. Skill syllabus C. Functional/task-based syllabus B. Discourse/skills syllabus D. Skills and strategies ran orthodoxy. This means 22. Which type of syllabus would contain-the following set of topics: exercises in personal evaluation; exercises in examining your job needs; exercises in using the ads, ete? A. Skill syllabus > C. Functional/task-based syllabus B, Discourse/skills syllabus D. Skills and strategies ward answers to problems ssa] options those that best ine the world of ESP 3. Language Curriculum for Secondary School * 3.1 Exhibit clear understanding of the design, development, and now realns of knowledge dissemination of a language curriculum of DepEd © and subject matter they 23. Which program for school staff members and teachers was conducted to better match students with their aptitude and career interests? Project Effective and Affordable Secondary Education (EASE) Revitalized Homeroom Guidance Program (RHGP) School Based Education (SBE) Thinking Skills Development for Maximized Cognitive Performance (TSD- MCP) cir ability to cope panier that are very simple vamp sonics an interview; buying and 24. Which was the Secondary Education Curriculum that was implemented in 1989 to replace the Revised Secondary education Program (RSEP)? A. Program for Decentralized Education (RSEP) : B, Secondary Education Development Program (PRODED) C. New Secondary Education Curriculum (NSEC) D. Revised Secondary Education Curriculum (RSEC) In the K-12 curriculum, to which does the basic education refer? A. 6 years of primary school and four years of junior high school B. 4 years of junior high school, 7 years of primary education and 2 years of senior high school C. 2 years of junior high school, 4 years of senior high school and 6 years of primary education D. 6 years of elementary education, 4 years of junior high school and 2 years of senior high school ence: cause and effect, ete? ional syllabus k-based syllabus,6 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book + 26. Which is the mairrobjeetive of the K to 12 program? . The transcription |A. To provide sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, develop lifelong leamets, and prepare graduates for tertiary education, middle-level skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship. A. reach B. rich The transcription / B, To produce graduates at the age of 18 instead of 16. C. To follow the trend of the other countries all over the world A. Thighs D. To cope with other educational systems in the ASEAN B. These 27. The K to 12 curriculum envisions 34. Which group, has: 'A. holistically developed learners with 21* century skills A. In, fel fi B. a good competition with other countrieS in the financial world B. in, 4,10 C. 12 years of basic education that mects international standard 1D. students equipped with 21" century skill who are able to compete 35. For each group, id internationally : three, fe AL Ist (8 Ai A 28, The new curriculum will be focused more on the ce A. teacher C. instructional materials fe B. learners D. hours spent in teaching 36. Which one has the : A. ceremony 29. Who will be the first beneficiaries of the free senior high school education of the K to B. ceremony 12 curriculum? A. Incoming freshmen of SY 2012-2013 Which is the best syno B, Incoming sophomores of SY 2012 -2013 Precious C. Incoming juniors of SY 2012-2013 pare 2 Y 21 3 D. Incoming seniors of SY 2012-2013 B. Valuable 30, According to the Department of Education, which subject area will be integrated imto ¥ 38. Unique the teaching of Language? \ eae A. Reading C. Science i B. Allowed B, Physical Education D. Social Studies i 39. Bulky A. Skinny B. Simple 4. Introduction to Linguisties 4.1 Demonstrate understanding of the structural aspect of language, 140. Assist i.e. phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics |) ‘A. Attend B. Apply {41 Advocate 31, The transcription /tasp/ represents the word 2 Advocate A. tap C. tip i A. Predict B. tape D. wpe : B. PronounceLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Bookt 7 32, The transcription /ne/ represents the word shlils. develop lifelong A. reach C. ridge middle-level skills B. rich D. reich Be The transcription /diz/ represents the word A. Thighs CC. this B. These D. tease 34, Which group, has a letter that differs in voicing from the other three. I A. An [gf Hil. isi C. Pl, Spi, Ini, fe i a D. Jd. A, ie fs! card i 9 compete | 35, For each group, identify the segment that differs in place in articulation from the other Lo three. A. (sf 8. At In C. 181, fp, Jb, Amv B. iki, 'nt, (gi, fy/ D. ist, 18), iat mate 1 caching 36, Which one has the correct stress? A. ceremony C. ceremony oo! education of the K to B. ceremony D. ceremony | Which is the best synonym for the following words? | 3°. Precious f A. Necessary C. Irregular B. Valuable D. Simple 2 will be integrated into! 38. Unique A. Simple C. Special B. Allowed D. Unknown 39. Bulky A. Skinny C. Tender B. Simple D. Awkward ral aspect of language, | =0. Assist fics. and pragmatics A. Attend C. Reproach Snbeaseeseeeobspeeseeereeeeed B. Apply D. Help 21, Advocate : A. Predict C. Support B. Pronounce D. DetermineLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book 4 43. 44. 45. 46. 48. 49, 50. 51 Authorize $2. Enormous A. Protect C. Empower A. Veryt B. Question D. Verify f B. Very i Bless 33. Relegate A. Consecraie C. Concer cevae ich B. Alarm D, Terrify B, Prom Try. 54. esi A. Wish C. Hope ace B. Want D. Attempt ° : 55. Legalize Startle A. Fire A. Frighten C. Upset B. Ban B, Rush D. Surprise 56. Mourn Unter A. Rejc A. Scream C. Yell B. Suff B. Shout D. Say 57. Oppress Thrill A. Sup} A. Disturb C. Move B. Hur B. Chill D. Excite \ 58, Attach Milo | A. Ser A. Pop C. Dash B. Sub B, Mash D. Crash | 139, Export Which is the best antonym for the following words i A. Ta i Vicious eae A. Gentle C. Helpful 60. Donate B. Healthy D. Dangerous A. Tal Conguer B. St A. Surrender C. Punish hic be B, Descend D. Divide 61. Which bi 7 AM Criticize B.D A. Berate C, Fault B. Enjoy D. AcclaimLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization — ENGLISH | | 92. 36, 37. 60. 61. Enormous A. Very thin C. Very large B. Very loose D. Very small 7 Relegate A. Prevaricate C. Import B. Promote eB. Secrete Instigate A. Incite C. Mediate B. Create = D. Hesitate Legalize A. Fire C. Boycott B. Ban D. Outlaw Mourn A. Rejoice C. Regret B, Suffer D. Cry Oppress A. Suppress C. Increase B. Hurt D. Inspire Attach A. Scrape C. Detach B. Subtract D. Add Export A. Tax C. Intake B, Import D. Bring Donate A. Take C. Let B. Steal D. Give Which has an odd-sounding word in the following group of words? A. Maintain C. Contain B, Domain. D. Mountain10 64. 66. 67. 68. 69. . Which of the following LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 Discern the semantic similarities in the following items by identifying the sentence with a different meaning. ‘A. He paid almost thirty thousand pesos for his new personal computer. B_ His new personal computer cost « little fess than thirty thousand pesos. C. At thirty thousand pesos, his personal computer was expensive. D. The new personal computer he bought cost him about thirty thousand pesos. Which word is supposed to be stressed when speaker means#at the robber may have | taken some jewellery? : ‘A. Ididn't say he stole the money. C. I didn't say he stole the money. | B. [didn’t he stole the money. D. I didn’t say he stole the money. | How many morphemes are there in transportation, Al 3 B.2 bD.4 centences is done in acceptable English? A. Maria cleaned the table up. B. Maria is eager to talk to. C. That Maria dances well surprises me. D. Maria desires that you go. A. Loffered the visitor a meal that was hungry. B. L offered a meal to the visitor who was hungry. C. Loffered for the consumption of the visitor, a meal. D. Areal was offered by me to the hungry visitor. Which is the correct and preferred sentence? | Which is the closest meaning of the root word philanthropist? A. Physician C. Philosopher B. Benevolent D. Artist Where should the modifier - weighing 150 pounds be placed inthe following sentence? The robber was described as a tall man with a heavy mustache. A. The robber weighing 150 pounds was described as a tall man with a heavy. mustache. B. The robber was described as a tall man with a heavy mustache weighing 150 pounds. C. The tober was described as a tall man with a heavy weighing 150 pounds mustache D. The robber was deseribed weighing 150 pounds as a tall man with a heavy mustache. Which is the free morpheme in the word examination? A. exam cam B. in D. tion 70. Which is th Then wind A. blow B. blue 71, Select the s Emotional motivate y A. Emo moti B, Emo inth C. Whi mot D. Eme eme 72. Which is t Pupils ar A. pur B. pup C. pur D. pur 73, Which of A. Th B. the _ 74, Which se Ain th B. In ti cin th D. In thLET Comprehensive Reviewor Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 15 the sentence fer, pe DESOS, usand pesos ber may have noney. sng sentence? e-weighing 150 nz 150 pounds 2 heavy ith a heavy 70, Which is the appropriate homonym for blew in the following sentence? Then wind blew the rain clouds away, leaving a clear sky. i A. blow C. blows B. blue D. dark Ti, Select the sentence that has the modifierplaced correctly. Emotional intelligence, which emerged a decade ago, includes the abilities to motivate yourself and persist in the face of frustrations. A, Emotional intelligence, which emerged a decade ago, includes the abilities to motivate yourself and persist in the face of frustrations, B. Emotional intelligence, includes the abilities to motivate yourself and persist in the face of frustrations, which emerged a decade’ ago. C. Which emerged a decade ago, emotional intelligence includes the abilities to motivate yourself and persist in the face of frustrations. motional intelligence, includes the abilities to motivate yourself, which emerged a decade ago, and persist in the face of frustrations. 72. Which is the best ending for the following sentence? Pupils are required to be in their classrooms by 8:00 am each moming. Hence, ‘A. pupils have their wrist watches. B. pupils coming late will be punished accordingly. C. pupils are intelligent. . D. pupils are supposed to be trained to be punctual at an early age. 73. Which of the following words contain a voiced “th” /8/ sound? A, Thoughtful C. Thinkers B. thermometer D. Therefore 74, Which sentence is punctuated correctly? A. In that college, you have to take the following courses: four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and three years of science. B. In that college, you have to take the following courses; four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and three years of science. C. In that college, you have to take the following courses. Four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and three years of science. D. In that college, you have to take the following courses, four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies.12 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book + 75, Select the words that best complete the following sentence ____, with repeated rejections of her novel, Isabel to submit her manuscript to other publishers. A. Inspired... complied C. Encouraged ... refused B, Elated ... planned D. Undaunted ... continued 4.2 Apply concepts and principles of language learning, teaching, and language use in specific contexts tor language acq jon and learning . 76. Given below are some of the contributions of theoretical linguistics to language teaching EXCEPT ONE. Whieh is the EXCEPTION? A. Changing views and theories of language teaching B. Different technical terms like phoneme, morpheme, hyponymyete. C. Pronouneing words and transcribing sounds using the [PA D. Different approaches to language teaching 77. All the options below EXC EPT ONE are some of the contributions of applied linguisties to language teaching, Which one IS NOT? 'A. How to develop the macro-language skills of listening, speaking. reading, ete B. Ideas about learning styles of students and materials production CC. Leaming strategies, principles of test construction, and conducting classroom research 1D. Relationships between and among sentences in a text +8. Good instructional materials produce satisfactory results only if the teacher__. : A. is creative and has pleasant presentation techniques B. uses them in teaching lessons that s/he has not fully mastered C. allows students to manipulate during her presentation D. is knowledgeable of developments and principles underlying those marerials 79. Which situation BEST assures that the good findings of linguistics will reach the end users? Linguists publish their research findings without delay Schools encourage increased efforts to conduct classroom research. Current findings are disscminated during paper presentations. ‘Teachers pick up and put to good use findings of linguistics in their language paorP - ~ an i i 7 80. What attit 81, In the ma most imp¢ A. The B. The 82. You are th knowledg will be mi A. Thi lan B. Yo C. Yo D. Th les | 83. Genre an concept ¢ more abo A.M B. Sy €. Jo D. Jo 84, Pedagog concept more ab A. I BLN C$ D. k eeereeEete teaching, ition and te 2 applied coding. ete. room 80. al. 83, 84, What attitude needs to be maintained by language teachers about the findings linguistics? A. Knowledge is constantly changing; take them with a grain of salt B. Findings are permanent foundations; memorize them for future application. C. Many research findings spring from careless research procedures: be choosy and selective. D. Knowledge is in a continuous.state, of flux; be open to new developments and. give thenrattry. In the machine of language teaching and language learning, who appears to be the most important cog? A. The linguist C. The researcher B. The learner D. The teacher ‘You are the classroom English teacher of Gracia, a new language learner who has no knowledge of English whatsoever. Which of the following contributions of linguistics will be most helpful to you to tcach her successfully? A. The perfection of your articulation and oral proficiency in the English language B. Your knowledge and skill in grammatical analysis Your knowledge of linguistically sound language teaching materials D. The reshaping of your view, attitude and concept of language and language learning Genre analysis, macro-discourse patterns, text analysis, micro-discourse analysis are concept developments in linguistics. Which list of authors would you consult to know more about them? A. Michael Hoey, Winifred Crombie, John Swales, and Trimble B. Svardik, Geofftey Leech, Celce-Murcia and Terence Odin C. John Austin, John Searle, and Dell Hymes D. John Austin, Winifred Crombie, John Swales, and Trimble Pedagogical grammar, collocational grammar, ergative verbs, semantic grammar are concept developments in linguistics, Which list of authors would you consult to know more about them? John Austin, John Searle, and Dell Hymes Michael Hoey, Winifred Crombie, John Swales, and Trimble Svardik, Geofirey Leech, Celce-Murcia and Terence Odlin John Austin, John Searle, and Dell Hymes Terence Odlin yaeP14 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book + 85, Conversational analysis, gambits, adjacency pairs, speech act theory are concept developments in linguistics. Which list of authors would you consult to know more about them? John Austin, John Searle, and Dell Hymes Michael Hoey, Winifred Crombie, John Swales, and Trimble Svardik, Geofitey Leech, Celce-Murcia and Terence Odlin John Austin, John Searle, and Dell Hymes, Svardik __ pop 86. Language learning refers to how an individual leams a language. Which statement about language leaming is correct? a ‘A. Language learning occurs in a natural manner. B. Language learning happens when a person knows how to speak @ language after living in the country that has it as its native tongue. C. Language learning occurs in a formal and nonconstructive process D. Language learning is a constructive process through which we know and use a language. 87, Which theory of language leaming advanced by Stephen Krashen state that a student can loam a second language if the language components are not too complex nor too easy? ‘A, Comprehensible input C. Linguistic output B, Critical period hypothesis D. Language acquisition 88, Which method and emphasizes isolated word lists and a thorough examination of its grannmar is used in second language teaching? A. Direct approach C. Grammar translation method B. Total physical response D. Suggestopedia 89. Which of the following is NOT an activity under the total physical response method? ‘A. The teacher gives an activity that involves students interviewing people at the market, B. The teacher uses body actions such as jumping to teach the meaning of the word jump". C. The teacher opens the door as she gives the command ‘open the door.’ D. The students repeat the phrase, “I can clap’ as they clap their hands, 90. Which hypothesis on second language acquisition states that grammatical structure proceeds in a predictable order, that is, some grammatical structures are to be acquired early and the others later? ‘A. Monitor hypothesis C. Affective filter hypothesis B. Input hypothesis 1D. Natural order hypothesis 91, Tf the ing competeni anxiety af to? 92. Schema t knowledg A. Set B. Sel “th c. Th D. Ne the 93. Metacogi includes A. sel B. se 94, What apy especiall ALN B.C 95. What ki commu AT B.T CT D.T 96. Which : teachin; A.A voF BEEy are concept © know more statement, ck 2 language ss, and use a ta student Fox nor too ation of its yonse method? 2 people at the neaning of the door, -al structure acquired 91 92. 93. 94. 96. LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Baie =—=#5 If the input hypothesis answers the question how a language acquirer develops competency over time, this hypothesis posits that motivation, self-confidence, and anxiety affect how an individual acquires the language. Which hypothesis is referred to? A. Critical period hypothesis C. Natural order hypothesis B. Monitor hypothesis D. Affective filter hypothesis Schema theory"destribes the way the mind acquires, categorizes, and organizes knowledge. Which of the following is NOT a component of schema theory? ‘A, Schemata are basio units of knowledge stored in the mind, B. Schema are linked together to form the schemata ~ our “cognitive” or “thinking” structure. C. There can be real learning without meaning, D. New information is organized and categorized to be properly integrated into the existing schemata, Metacognitioncan be definedas thinking about thinking.” Theessence ofmetacognition includes reflecting, monitoring, self-questioning, and A. self-concept C. self-respect B. self-recognition D. self-regulating What approach involves a lot of repetition of the second language grammatical forms especially those that are different from the learner's first language? A. Natural approach C. Linguistic approach B. Communicative approach D. Audiolingual approach What kind of second language do the leamers need to learn in employing the communicative approach? A. The kind that they have knowledge of the grammatical rules, B. The kind that they will need for a real-world, real-life situations C. The kind that they will communicate fluently D. The kind that they will know the deep structure of grammar Which among the classroom principles is NOT part of the communicative language teaching? An emphasis on the use of interaction in the target language The introduction of authentic texts into a learning situation An enhancement of the learner's personal experiences on the target language The distinction between language acquisition and language learning com>16 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book 1 97, Which approach is frequently used in task-based language teaching (TBLT) and 102. The dom features small group activities that promote positive interaction? A. Ca A, Total physical response Et B. c. B. Academic language scaffolding C. Cooperative learning D. Dialogue journals D. 98, Ifthe teacher asks the students to prepare & written story/text of the experience, what kind of approach has been used? ‘A. Language experience approach ~ B. Dialogue journals C. Culture studies D. Total physical response 99, The following are concepts to be considered in employing cultural approach in teaching language EXCEPT one. Which is the exception? i i { | 104. Which h | anyone ¢ 'A. Children experiences in learning their own language and culture are a resource level? for learning a second language. eu B. Much of the students’ knowledge of their own culture is embedded in their afc first language C. The process of leaming the second language will also involve learning about the culture embedded in that language. D. There are superior languages because there are superior cultures. Which l the nan 100, Ifthe academic language scaffolding involves providing students with second language input that isa Tittle bit beyond their current level, dialogue journals create a written | ‘conversation between cach student and the teacher. Which of the following is TRUE? 106. Ifthe pre A. Both statements are true, ALU B. The first statement is true while the second statement is false. BU C. The first statoment is false while the second statement is true. ! D. Both statements are false. 1 107. “Flu”. | Ava 101-Dialogue journals: students write a topic in the second language in their joumals B. a eae the teacher or a more advanced classmate acts as support as the Student builds his/her second language vocabulary and fluency. 108. Coinag. A. Language experience approach the wor B. Cooperative learning ! coined’ C. Academic language scaffolding : AL : BL D. Culture studiesLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book1 “17 ce. what a reaching eu resource ded in their ag about is TRUE? 102.The domain of language that an individual acquires from 1~2 years is__. ‘A. Cognitive-academic language proficiency (CALP) B. First language C. Second language D. Basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS) 103,The theoretical framework for commuisstive language teaching (CLT) includes that ‘as the leamer’s use of second language as the best source for learning the second lang we. A. social interaction ané sociocultural theories B. behaviorism theory C. universal grammar D. language acquisition device 104. Which hypothesis suggests that there is an optimal window of time during which anyone can learn a first language or second language in a ‘normal’ or “nativelike* level? A. Monitor hypothesis C. Natural order hypothesis B. Critical period hypothesis D. Affective filter hypothesis 105. Which language teaching approach never uses the first language because it emphasizes the natural dialogue in the second language? A. Total physical response C. Direct approach | B. Grammar translation method —_D. Cooperative learning 106. f the prefix “un” is attached to a base word to mean “not”, which word is INCORRECT? A. Unserious C. Unkind B. Uncommon D. Unsad 107. “Flu”, “bra”, “fax”, and “cab” are words formed through A. abbreviation | C. clipping B. acronym D. eponym, 108, Coinage is the invention of totally new terms. However, there are few coinages because the words themselves give no clue to their meanings. Which of the following is not coined? A. Vortal C. Xerox B. Kodak D. Kleenexa eet NET EEE eee eee eet ene 18 LET Comprehensive Reviewor Specialization ENGLISH Book 1 109-The word “skitch” which means ‘to propel oneself while on a skateboard” came from the words i A. skiand hitch CC. skate and itch B. skit and itch D. skate and hitch 110. Which sentence shows the need for mastery of their plural form? A. Bacteria is disease-causing microorganisms. B. Bacteria are studied microscopically. C. Bacteria have cell walls. D. Bacteria abound anywhere. = 111th language learning, discrimination of sounds ean be done through minimal pairs - pair of words in contrast, Which phrase DOESN'T use minimal pair? A, Shoes that fit his feet B. Reach the peak C. To eat it with gusto D. The rich beyond reach used to show junctures to make 112.In written communication, punctuation marks can be va that the speaker asks John to the meaning clear, Which sentence expresses the ide: sleep? ‘A. John, don't try to sleep now. —_C. John don’t try, to sleep now. B. John don’t, try to sleep now. —_D, John don’t try to steep, now, 113.1n oral communication, a slash mark is used to signify pauses for proper communication. What meaning is conveyed by this line? * Nadia/ says Thelma is a liar.” ‘A. Nadia is the speaker. C. Thelma is the $peaker. B, Thelma is a liar. D. Nadia tells soyhething to Thelma. 114, Using idioms is an effective idiomatic? ‘A. She was crying because the milk was spilled. B, At this point, itis useless crying over spilled milk. C. The spilled milk is useless. D. The useless spilled milk cannot be drunk. way of vocabulary enrichment, Which sentence is 115. Learning vocabulary can be done through context. What is the meaning of “set” in this sentence? Alice wants a chess set for her collection. A. Apparatus C. Board B. Model D. Kit 119. How ar Poland: nthe t meanit come 120. Tenses A ( ( poe"came from. pairs - 9 make asks John to uunication. cima, 1 sentence is LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 19 116. Which sentence is not emphatic?” A. Days, weeks, and years may pass before they are recognized. B. This has happened more than once C. Newsletters were used by them to spread news, D. Edison took further steps to develop modem movies, 117. Which sentence shows a noun in the-genitive case? A. The teachiér teaches grammar. B. The teacher likes grammar. C. The teacher's grammar is excellent. D. The teacher teaches us grammar. 118. The meanings associated with the word “ear” in the following sentences seem related. How are words with the same spelling and related meanings called? I put a cotton wool in my ear, He listened to their difficulties with an impatient ear The phonetician has a good ear for tone. I tried to get her ear: A. Capitonyms B. Paronyms C. Oronyms D. Polysemes 119. How are these words called? “polish” ~ v. to make shin} and “Polish” adj. from Poland; “march” — v. to walk with regular, steady steps of equal length, and “March” — n. the third month of the year. These words share the same spelling but have different meanings when capitalized (and may or may not have different pronunciations). A. Capitonyms B. c D. 120. Tenses expres A B. c D. Paronyms Oronyms Synonyms Carlo just climbed the mountain last year. Carlo has just climbed the mountain. Carlo had just climbed the mountain. Carlo is just climbing the mountain, s time. Which sentence shows that an action happened at a recent past?20 LET Comprehonsive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book + 13 Draw implications of the theories of linguistics, psycholinguisties, and sociolinguistics to language teaching and learning }21.Noam Chomsky’s Language Acquisition Device (LAD) has led to an eb ely new approach in the field of Tinguisties: generative phonology and transformational grammar. What is the focus of this new approach? 'A. It focuses almost entirely on the abstract “deep structure’ of individual’s native language. B. It focuses on the device itself and how it igused in teaching. C. ft focuses on how the individual acquires and Jearns a language. D. It focuses on language teaching 122, Anderson's Adaptive Control of Thought (ACT) model has been influential in studies of cognitive development and second language acqu describes the ACT model? 'A. This model applies to the way people leam lang behaviout: B. Children use Janguage arguably the most abstract symbolic system that they will encounter in their lives. C. This i more of informational processing that is based on the belief that all human knowledge can be divided into owo irreducible kinds of representations, the declarative knowledge and procedural knowleda D. The stages of development that are required for children to develop thelt ther areas do not apply to learning a language. age as well as other human cognitive abifities in 0 123. Which theory emphasizes that any human behavior can be fearned through process of stimulus- response and positive or negative reinforcement? A. Behaviorism B, Constructi C. Social interaction theories D. Sociocultural theories 124, Which concept is NOT characteristic of academic language proficiency? A. ft includes knowledge of the less frequent vocabulary of the target language as well as the ability (0 interpret and produce inereasingly complex writen language. B. Immigrant students typically second language literacy skills. C. Frequent writing across genres is al skills. D. Academic language is primarily found in everyday conversatio: teachers should train the students with language use in everyday sett require at least 5 years to attain expectations in Iso crucial in developing academic writing hence, > jon. Which of the following ~ 125, Whic Team: A. B 126. Whicl differ biting when A B, 127. Which activiti A B. | 128. Which rue BI csHes D. 7 129. Compre At Bp 130. Which Alt BK Crt D. ItLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 24 125. Which of the statements is NOT TRUE about the sociological factors in language learning? A. A sociological factor is exercising power by a dominant individual, group or county. B. Students who experience academic failure predominantly come from social groups whose identities have bcen devalued by the wider society, sometimes over many generations. oe ve C. Power relations in the broadér society play a crucial role in students’ achievement in school. D. Effective education challenges coercive power relations in the broader society by affirming the sfudents’ identities at school. 126. Which principle states that language abilities required for academic success are very + sudies different from those operating in everyday conversational context and that among owing bilingual children, transfer of academic language proficiency occurs across languages when development of literacy in both languages is promoted in the schoo! context? suman A. Linguistic principle C. Psyeholinguistie principle B. Sociolinguistie principle D. Bilingual education pat they = 127. Which strategy allows the students to integrate their academic content to classroom activities and to their own knowledge and experience? A. Language experience approach C. Culture studies B, First language support D. Story telling 128, Which of the following does NOT belong to the group? A. The acquisition — learning distinetion B. Monitor hypothesis C. Linguistic output } D. Affective filter hypothesis | 129.Comprehensible input: level i+1; linguistic output z A. using meaning-filled speech _C. using the target language : a B. production of language D. progress of the second language written 130. Which principle does NOT belong to direct approach in language teaching? scadions in A. Itemphasizes natural dialogue in the second language B. It is a method based on immersion, Gocric writing C. Itnever uses the second language. D, It takes advantage of the kinesthetic memory. hence,22 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 7 138. Whic 5. STRUCTURE OF ENGLISH 5.1 Demonstrate the understanding of grammatical concepts by being Fe B, able to describe and analyze the form, meaning and use of various language structures 139. Whic A 131. Which word CANNOT complete the-sentence? a ti is my friend, Tom. A. This C. These 140. Whic B. That D. He Arey 132. Which word CANNOT complete the sentence? : ___ are my parents, John and Betty. A. These C. Those 141. Whicl B. That fe D. They A B 133. Which question is CORRECT? A. This is your coat? C. Is this your coat? 142. Whiet B. This your coat is? D. Your coat is this? A B. 134, Which question is CORRECT? i ‘A. That is your husband? Are these your pens? 143. Which i B. How much this bag is? D. These your pens? i : : B 135. Complete the sentence. Cc How much are those? D. A, bread ©. fruit B. apples D. pen 144, Which A. 136. Which word best completes the senterice? B, Is__ your dog over there? Gi A. those . that ai B. this D. these 143.Compl 137.Which sentence is CORRES | wo I Al This’s my best friend, William. Those’re my classmates, James and Harry. BI That's my teacher, Mrs Wilson. Thay’re my friend, Alyssa vOB> | | ! —LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 23 138. Which sentence is NOT correct? A. You look nice today. C. This music sounds great! B. You sing very good. D. That is my house aver there. 139, Which sentence is NOT correct? A. Paul's not going to geta job. C, We're going to see a film, B. They're not going visit the castle. D. 1am on a strict diet, 140. Which is the CORRECT reply? Are you going to meet Ruth? A. Yes, we are. C. Yes I'm, B. Yes, she is. D. Yes, we will. 141. Which question is CORRECT? A. What time we going to arrive? C. Which television are you going to buy? B. Where you are going to stay? —_D. When is your arrival? £42. Which sentence is CORRECT? A. How much do we have milk? C, How many milk do we have? B. How much milk do we have? —_D. Do we have many milk? 143, Which question is CORRECT? ‘A. How long does it take to get from here to Sagada? B. How long to get from here to Sagada? C. How long it takes to get from here to Sagada? D. How far do we go to Sagada? 144, Which question is BEST? A. How many rooms are in your house? B. How many rooms there are in your house? C. How many rooms are there in your house? D. How many are there rooms in your house? 145.Complete the question. __ work do you have to do today? A. How much C. How long B. How many D. How little24 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ENGLISH Book 1 146. Which sentence is NOT correct? 154, Whi A. Tm twenty three years old, C. I'm twenty three. A B, I’m twenty three years. D. I’m twenty three years older. Fe B What is the CORRECT reply? How much js the cruise? : A. It’s 1,450 pesos LC. Its 670 kilns. E 7 B. It's 10 days. D. It’s a two day travel D. 148. Which question is NOT correct’ lad 156. Wh A, How many students there are in the school?” if B. How long is the lesson? 2 C. How much money do you have? D. How far is the house from the school? 157. Whic ‘ A 149, Which is the friendliest way to reply to the question: How do I log onto the website? 7 A, First, you type your username here. B. You must type your usemname here. 7 158, Whic C. You should type your username here, A B. D. Ifyou want result, you must type your name here. 50. Which sentence is best for a sign? 159. Whict A, Please sign in, visitors! C. Visitor, you must sign in please. A B._ Visitors must sign in D. Sign in here. B. 160. Whiel A 151. Which sentence is NOT correct? A. Please to take a seat, B. Take care when you cross the road. C. Don’t leave the house alone. D. Why not take a seat? teem Ni caw 161 152. Which sentence is BEST for a sign? Pie at's A. Don’t park your car here please, visitors. B. Visitors must not park their cars here a C. Visitor, you don’t park here. ; D. No parking on both sides. 162,Compl Write y 153. You are giving someone instructions. Which sentence is BEST? A. Please to put the box over there. C. You must put the box over there. = : B. Please put the box over there. D. Over there put the box 7er there LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book1 25: 154, Which sentence is CORRECT? A. Don’tto ielf anyone! It's a secret. C, Don’t telling anyone! It’s a secret, B. Don'ttell anyone! it'sa secret. D, Don’t tell nobody! It's'a secret. 155, Which sign is BEST? A, Passenger must not cross this line. B. Passengers must not cross this Line. C. Passens don’t cross this line D. Passengers must not cross. 156. Where can you write tile word went? A, We___toFrance every year, C. We ____to France next week. B. We France last month D. We did __ to France last month. 157. Which sentence is CORRECT? A. Tom didn’t met Anna. C. Sally didn’t got my email. B. We didn’t go out last night. D. We didn’t went out last night. 158. Which question is NOT correct? A, Did you like the gift? C. Where did your parents meet? B. What time you did arrive? D. Where did you ate your tunch? 159. Which sentence is CORRECT? A. That’s Bobs car. C. That's Bobs’ car. B, That's Bob's car. D. That's Bob Car. 160, Which sentence is CORRECT? A. Are you going to Dan’s and Suzie’s party? B. Are you going to Dan and Suzie’s party? C. Are you going to Dan and Suzies’ party? D. Are you gong to Suzies and Dans party? 61, Complete the sentence. That's not my bag. It's my A. brothers’s C. brother's B. brothers D. brother 12. Complete the sentence. Write your name at the A. top of the page C. page in the top B. page's top D. page on top: : 26 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 163. Which sentence is BEST? ‘A. Do you have the newspaper of yesterday” B. Do you have yesterday's newspaper? C. Do you have yesterdays’ newspaper? D. Do you have yesrterday? 164, Read the sentence below and answer the question. ‘That's my sisters’ bedroom. How many, girls sleep in this 766%? A. One ~~ C. It is impossible to know, B. Two or more D, Itis impossible. 165. Which sentence is best? A, Istanbul is the biggest city of Turkey. B. Istanbul is Turkey's biggest city. C. Istanbul is Turkeys’ biggest city. D, Istambul is biggest city in Turkey. 166. Complete the sentence. That's car. A. Anne’s parents? C. Anne's parents B. Annes" parent's D. Anne parents 167. Complete the sentence. Inever read___ magazines. A. woman’s C. womens’ B. women’s D. womens Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. 168, What will you do if__ you don’t pass the licensure exarnination? you didn’t pass the licensure examination? you won't pass the licensure examination? you didn’t get a good score in the licensure examination? DOm> 169. Daniel Padilla is a great teenage actor, A. doesn’t he C. isn’the B. wasn’t he D. ishe 170. Victoria A. th B. he ITL.While ye plane, A. wi B. wi 172. The libra journals. A. in B. on 173. classes. A. Su B. Co 174.The Pres wisely, th A wi B. in 175.Freshman 176.1 saw the AL by B. in 177. My daugt A. 80 B. for 178.1n doing referencin A. mu B. donLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book1 - 27 170. Victoria and best friends are going on a holiday together. A. their C. she B. her D. they 171.While you are reading her letter, your mother on her seat in the plane. A. will ery 2€. will be crying B. will hav€eriéd D. will do crying 172.The library the center of the city has a vast collection of updated books and journals. A. in Cat B. on D. from 173. this new memorandum, there will be clean up drive before the start of classes, A. Supposedly C. According to B. Conversely D. Apparently 174.The President challenged the voting population that they vote wisely, there will be the same problems of graft and corruption A. While C. provided that B. incase D. unless 175. Freshman students from the provinces on campus dormitories in their first year. A. stay C. are staying B. stays D. staying 176.1 saw the advertisement for the job___ chance. A. by C. at B. in A Dz. on 177. My daughter likes chocolates, she does not like milk. A. so C. but B. for D. or 178.1n doing a research, you copy ideas from books and joumals without referencing them properly. A. must not C. have to B, don't have to D. must not have sisiization - ENGLISH Book 1 28 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Speci 179. | the governor agreed to be the guest speaker when | invited him. 1 had not 188.The nu expected that large. A. Unfortunately C. Surprisingly Ee A. i B. Certainly D. Personally Ba 180. You smoke inside but you can smoke outside, I 189. Tom ans A, don’t have to C. need not : | nat B, must not D. don’t need to Ap B. d 181.Neither Elaine nor the other girls sent photograph entries. 190.The dia A. their C. its fei for vari B. her D. theirselves AA 182. My bag is made out of leather baie A. genuine C. most genuine i 191. The ban B, more genuine D. least genuine E underlin | AN 183,___! Give me back my purse. i BA A. Wow C. Hey B. Yipee D. Ouch 192.Mateh t 184, None of my siblings here last week for the family reunion. EI Nino Ais C. was ALY B. ar D. w ah are ere ae a cv 185. Juan dela Cruz, the elected mayor, made the speech _ ae A. herself C. himself B. hisself D. itself 193. Match tt 186.Statistics is one of the most difficult subjects among English majors. Anorex' weight. A. is C. was pee B. are D. were AY B. Ve 187. The new front desk clerk dresses ___. cv A. prettifully C. prettily D. Ve B. pretty D. prettiesti rim. I had not LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 29 188.The number of students who attended the seminar-workshop ___ considerably large. A. is Cc. was B. are D. were 189. Tom and Jerry were creeping through the cold clammy cave when they suddenly heard rocks falling behind them. The underlined group of words is aan A. phrase “<-> C. independent clause B, dependent clause D. complex sentence 190, The diamond , the mineral form of carbon, is valued as a precious stone and also used for various industrial processes. What is the function of the underlined noun? A. Appositive C. Object of the preposition B. Objective complement D. Direct object 191 The barrio council announced the number coding scheme. What part of speech is the underlined word? A. Noun C. Adverb B. Adjective D. Interjcction 192. Match the underlined verb in the example sentence with the verb pattern. | E/ Nino events trigger devastating weather in the Eastern Pacific A. Verb followed by a direct object B. Verb followed by a direct object and an indirect object CC. Verb with no object D. Verb followed by a predicate nominative 193. Match the underlined verb in the example sentence with the verb pattern. oe Nervosa is a condition that is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight. A. Verb followed by a direct object B. Verb followed by a direct object and an indirect object C. Verb with no object D. Verb followed by a predicate nominative30 LET Comprehensive Rviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 194, What area of language is NOT a central theme in describing a process? A. Passive forms C. Sequencing words B. Following steps D. Superlative forms 6. Introduction to Stylistics 6:1 Use the conceptual framewerk and schema of linguistics and literature in understanding literary language 195.Joe watched his favorite singer perform in three occasions. He noticed that on those different occasions, his favorite singer sang the same song but with different interpretations. Which style did the singer fulfill? : A, Style as a choice C. Style asa man B. Style as a period or time D. Style as deviation 196. May read one of poems written by her favorite author and she noticed that there are only two punctuation marks used and some of the common nouns at the middle of the lines were written in capital letters. May could conclude that her favorite author took into consideration the use of sess ‘A, Iexico-semantic feature C. phonological feature B. syntactic feature D. graphological feature 7 197, What stylistic device is used in “A face reproachful tearful an odor of eamphor and of tears a voice weeping steadily and sofily beyond the twilight door the twilight-colored smell of honeysuckle” (The Sound and the Fury)? ‘A. Stream of Consciousness C, Dialogue Strategy B. Free Direct Speech D. Character Viewpoint 198. Mr. Wansan has a difficulty figuring out who the culprits are in the massacre of the Y family, Aside from looking closely at the crime scene, he also needs to consider issues like voice recognition and identification of regional accents. Which type of stylisties analysis should Mr. Wansan need to consider? A. Pragmatic Stylistics C. Pedagogical Stylistics B. Forensic Stylistics, D. Affective Stylisties 199. Which method of achieving cohesion in a discourse is used in the line Would you like asoda? “Yes, I'd like one”? A. Elliptical cohesion C. Lexical cohesion B. Referential cohesion D. Substitutive cohesion bs c D. 201. Whie 202. Whiel Al th Anda They: 204.1 was goes 1 A B, c.stics and priced that on sith different that there are xe middle of the rite author took, -zmphor and of sitlight-colored ssacre of the Y o consider issues ype of stylisties ne Would you like i LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization — ENGLISH Book1 31 200. Teacher Limbo wants his students to feel the story they are to read, He instructed them to imagine themselves as characters in the story and to feel the setting ofthe story. Which does Teacher Limbo want his students to apply? A. Temporal Shift Theory B. Deictic Shift Theory C. Historical Shift D. Progressive Shift 201. Which stylistic feature is used in the following lines: Break him up Slurp him up Drain him off A. Lexical repetition B. Syntactic level C. Lexico-semantic level D. Graphological level 202. Which stylistic device is used in William Shakespeare's All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players They have their exits and their entrances A. Metonymy B. Synecdoche C. Simile D. Metaphor 203.In Dont take your break up with Lance 100 hard. Don’ worry, there will be more handsome faces that will come your way, the writer considered using A. Holonymic agency B. Meronymic agency C. Multiple meanings D. Metonymic agency 204.1 was on my way 10 the third fioor of the building when I heard a thud. Then vroooom goes the motorcycle, Which word is an example of lexical onomatopoeia? A. Vroooom B. Heard C. Motorcycle D. Thud32 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book 1 205. “All hail Macbeth, hail to thee, Thane of Cawdor” and “All hail Macbeth, that shalt aun. be King hereafter!” (Act 1, Macbeth) isan example of perk A. protepsis C. repetition oe B. analepsis, D. flashback A B. 206."A strange end to my manuscript. I meant to publish it some day as the history of one Poirot’ failures!” writes the narrator in the last chapteri=be-has narrated a murder 212. “Yo ‘case and its investigation by Hercule Potrot omitting one crucial detail, that he himself and i is the murderer; but in the previous chapter he has been found out and has been left (Scar the way out of committing suicide, which he agnounces before closing the narration. ia —-- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Agatha Christie. Which kind of narrator was used 7 in the above excerpt? A. Heterodiegetic C. Homo-heterodiegetic ; B. Read: B. Homodiegetic D. Overt/covert 207. What modality is used in the sentence Marvin is probably at school now? A. Deontologic C. Epistemic B. Epistimolgic D. Ontodologic 208. War is war is an example of __ A. parallelism C. tautology B. tautophony D. paradox 209. With throats unslaked, with black lips baked. Agape they heard me call Gramerey! they for joy did grin, feeepeaienepan And all at once their breath drew in, 1s they were drinking all. (Rime of the Ancient Mariner) Which sounds do the underlined lines produce? A. End chyme _C, Alteration B. Euophony D. Cacophony 210. Which of the following is an example of chiasmus? A, To live is to die and to laugh is to ory. oe B. “Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your 213.tn line 1, country.” (John F, Kennedy) AL the . ‘Bad men live that they may cat and drink, whereas good men eat and drink Bo the that they may live.’ (Socrates) C. the D, the D. Pedro is to Peter as Maria is to Mary.sat shalt of one sd a murder fe himself as been left € narration. was used, do for your eat and drink LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 33 211, “..and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” (Gettysburg Address, Abraham Lincoln) is an example of A. anaphora CC. anastrophe B. epanalepsis D. epistrophe 212, “You, Siz, ofall men whom Ihave knows, are he whose body is the closest conjoined, and imbued, andidentified, so to speak, with the spirit whereof it is the instrument." (Scarlet Letter) is an example of A. polysyndenion . asyndenton B. polypton D. aphorism B. Read the poem then answer questions 213-216, We Wear the Mask Paul Laurence Dunbar We wear the mask that grins and lies, Ithides our cheeks and shades our eyes,— This debt we pav fo human guile; With torn and bleeding hearts we smile, And mouth with myriad subtleties Why should the world be over-wise. In counting all our tears and sighs? Nay, let them only see us, while We wear the mask. We smile, but, O great Chri Ta thee from tortured souls arise. We sing, but ok the clay is vile Beneath our feet, and long the mile; + But let the world dream otherwise, We wear the mask! , oF cries 213.tn line L, the mask most probably refers metaphorically to A. the survival tactic that people employ to hide their true feelings B. the cosmetics that people use fo enhance their beauty C. the good actions people show when they want something from other people D. the actions backbiters do34 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization — ENGLISH Book 1 214, What is the thyme scheme of the poem? A. AABBA AAB CAABBAC B. ABBBA CDD EFFGGHI : C. AABBA CCD EFFGGFE D. AABBA CCD EFFGGHI 215. The last stanza is an example of a/an . A. ambiguity “<> C. anaphora B. metaphor D._ precision 216.The second line of the last stanza is an example of a/an A. metonymy C. apostrophe B. antithesis D. ellipsis 7. Literary Criticism 7.1. Demonstrate understanding of the basic approaches to problems in critical theory from. the classical to modern times as applied to literary works. 217.Aristotle’s Poetics states that a successful tragedy exploits and appeals to two basic emotions: fear and pity. These emotions offer a “katharsis” or purgation. This belief has influenced the works of Shakespeare. Which of Shakespeare’s works does NOT reflect this belief? A. Twelfth Night -C. Romeo and Juliet B. Othello D. King Lear 218.Dante Alighieri contends that the use of the vernacular is an excellent vehicle to the full understanding of a literary piece. Which Philippine literary piece supports this claim? A. Walang Sugat C. Three generations B. Dilim at Liwanag D. The Fence 219. According to Sir Philip Sidney in his “An Apology for Poetry,” poetry embodies truth. What truth may a critic sce in these lines of the poem, Change. by Angela Manalang: And then I shall outgrow this love of you! Sooner or later J shall put away! This Jeweled ecstasy for something new/ Brand me not fickle on that fatal day./ A. Life is a puzzle. B. Nothing is permanent in this world except change. C. Love is everywhere. D. ‘Teenagers are fickle-minded. 220. Ba tha 221.In* thes 222. fo follo 223.1f the consi A B. c. D.yroblems pplied to s to two basic yn. This belief, rks does NOT vehicle to the e supports this, smbodies truth, 2 Manalang: put away! This LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 35 220, Based from Alexander Pope's An Essay on Criticism, bad criticism does greater harm than bad writing. So Pope advises a critic to have these characteristics, EXCEPT one A. emotion C. modesty BL tact D. integrity 221.In “The Art of Fiction" of Henry JaméS-¥tritic is advised to seé that a text should have these qualities, EXCE! A. realistic C. either romantic or scientific B. interesting D. recognizable to readers 222.A formalistic approach to John Milton’s Paradise Lost would take into account the following EXCEPT the characters of Adam, Eve, Satan, and God the point of view in which the story is told plot anaiysis, the blindness of the writer pamp 223.If the biographical approach is used to analyze Milton's Paradise Lost, the critic will consider the author’s Puritan beliefs symbolism of the paradise description of the garden of Eden and its prescribed location interrelated actions pop> 224. Using the feminist perspective in Alice Walker’s Beauty: When the Other Dancer is the Self, the critic will consider A. the time when the story was written B. who the other dancer is C. the author's perception of ‘beauty’ and the world she lives in D. the figure of speech used in the title 225.1f the psychological approach is used to analyze Alice Walker's Beauty: When the Other Dancer is the Self, the reader will consider the A. meaning of ‘beauty’ B. point of view of the story C. effect of the cataract in Alice’s life D. setting of the story36 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 226, The historical approach CANNOT be used to analyze the events of the times in : A. The Declaration of Independence by Thomas Jefferson B. The Crisis by Thomas Paine C. Patrick Henry's “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” speech D. The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls by Longfellow 227. The historical approach can be used tp analyze Jose Rizal’SWot Me Tangere ifthe critic considers : A. the travels of Rizal B. the time that shaped the events in the Hovel C. the abuses experienced by the Filipinos D. the meaning of the title of the novel 228. The sociological approach can be used to study the Noli Me Tangere of Rizal ifthe critic considers : 'A. the political and social conditions of the Filipinos during the Spanish era B. the influence of the Americans to the independence of the Filipinos C. the fiterary contributions of the Japanese to the Filipinos D. the linguistic contributions of the Chinese to the Filipinos 229. Using the mythological approach, what would the eritic see in the literary piece? A. Plot C. Archetypes present in the text B. Historical background of the piece D. Social problems of the characters 230. Which is the philosophical discussion of literature’s methods and goals? A. Literary theory C. Literary criticism B. Literary piece D. Literary demonstration 231.In “The Mole” by Kabawata Yasunarj, the woman has the habit of touching her mole which annoyed her husband so much that it caused them marital problem. The woman could not explain well why she does it so. What approach can be used best to understand the woman? A. Psychological C. Archetypal B. Cultural D. Formalistic 232, What approach is concerned with the study of ‘signs’? A. Hermeneutics C. Formalistic B. Semiotics D. Dialogic = > He 233.Wha B 8. My 8.1 234.In lite deem A | B. c. D. 235.Symbi what i 236. Which All Bo cl Ds 237.“Even g before s her son maize. |LET Comprehensive Reviewor Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 37 ere if the critic a if the critic sh eva siece? ng her mole mm. The woman eset understand 233. What approach can be used to study the “texts” of the bible? A. Hermeneutics C. Formalistic B. Semiotics D. Dialogic 8. Mythology and Folklore <= 8.1 Use literary-eoncepts in interpreting and analyzing various literary texts 234.In literature, allusion is a reference to a person, an event, or place in which a reader is deemed familiar. In the Sumerian epic, Gilgamesh, what biblical allusion was used? A. The Ten Commandments B. The Great Flood C. The Exodus D. The Last Supper 235.Symbol is a representation of something beyond itself, In the “Odyssey what is the best symbolism of the “wedding bed”? A. Life for Telemachus B. Love of family C. Constancy of Odysseus and Penelope's love D. Hope for the return of Odysseus 236. Which is the theme of Gilgamesh? Importance of love and friendship Valuc of self-worth and accomplishment Preference to immortality/lasting fame through performing great decds Significance of death poe> 237.Even a stone cart shiver and bleed” was a line uttered by Anticleia, Odysseus’ mother, before she drowned herself because she could no longer endure the pain of waiting for her son’s return, What figure of speech best illustrates the quoted line? A. Hyperbole C. Metonymy B. Meiosis D. Meio: 238. “The Song of Hiawatha”, an American Indian epic, tells of the origin of the Indian maize. What function does this myth have? A. Explanation C. Description B. Validation/justification D. Inspiration38 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 239.According to a Greek writer, certain gods were originally great people venerated because of their benefactions to mankind, What philosophy in the study of myths, tells us this? A. Romanticism C. Rationalism B. Euhemerism D. Structuralism 240. Which are the simplest forms of folktales? There is notanch plot involved, but they carry a lot of rythm. Events follow-each other logically in a pattern of cadence and repetition. A. Cumulative tales C. Romances B. Drolls D. Realistic tales 241. Many myths tell ritual and cultic customs. In ancient Mesopotamia, the creation epic Enuma Elish which was read each New Year at Babylon, celebrated the progress of the cosmos from initial anarchy to government by the kingship of Marduk; hence the myth functions as of the authority of earthly rulers and of earthly monarchy in general. A. explanation C. description B. justification/validation D.. inspiration 242. The primitive deity Aphrodite represents A. the magical function of procreation B. Physical beauty and grace C. Intelligence, wit, and sex D, Woman of purity of life and mind 243. The myths of the Greeks reflect _ that humans are the center of the universe that humans and gods live alike a view of the universe that acknowledges the mystery and beauty of humanity a less strange and frightening magic than the myths of other ancient civilizations come 244. When Oedipus learns the incredible truth about his mother and father, he puts out his own eyes and leaves his city to wander and eventually die. This shows regret and repentance to a wrong decision physical manifestation of the limitation of man fate’s control over humans’ lives acceptance of wrongdoing and self-punishment gage 246. The | DaAad 248.“Crue ungra fo wil signifi Soe 249. Achill A Bo 250. Achille Af B. « 251. The sto father r A. fi Bpin the study of oived, but they of cadence and re creation epic c progress of the nence the myth xy monarchy in of humanity other ancient c=, he puts out his LET Comprchensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book! 39. 245. The presence of these three divinities: Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos in Greck myth symbolizes destiny which cannot be controlled by anyone power of immortals over mortals mortals’ fate which depends on the gods immortals that play @ great part in mortals’ life pORP> 246. The Pyramus and-Lhisbe love affair shows the immaturity of teenagers the aggressiveness of young lovers the authority of parents over their children an attempt to change traditional practices pOe> 247. The Trojan War can be seen today as. the war over lands and boundaries women’s empowerment men’s exhibition of greed the reign of political dynasty pomp 248.Cruel wall,” they said, “why do you keep nwo lovers apart? But we will not be ungrateful. We owe you, we confess, the privilege of transmiting loving words to willing, ears.” (Pyramus and Thisbe). This ‘wall’ between Pyramus and Thisbe signifies the : A. forbidden love they have for each other B. power and authority of their parents over them C. barrier toward their happiness D. witness of the hardships the young lovers went through 249. Achilles is the opposite of. A. Odysseus C. Arthur B. Hector D. Meneiaus 250. Achilles’ source of power lies in his, A. heels C. will to avenge Patroclos B. expectation of death D. mule of no-caring-ness 251.The stories of Priam and his son Paris; Odysseus and Telegonos; Oedipus and his father reveal A. familial tension C. murder and death B. prophecy of death D. son as a carrier of death40. LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 1 252. Which name of Zeus as the God of the State? A. Zeus Ktesios C. Zeus Lycacus B. Zeus Polieus D. Zeus Xenios 253.Who is the god of rebirth and vegetation? A. Adonis C. Bacchus B, Achilles D. Odysseus 254. Who is the daughter of Oedipus by Jacosta? A. Antenna C. “Antiope B, Antigone D. Anticleia 255. What is the Greek name for Venus? A. Aphrodite C. Venussa B. Thalassa D. Thalea 256. The Trojan War is also known as the . A. Greek War C. Return of the Trojans B. Rebellion of the Trojan D. Siege of Troy 257. Who is considered as the herald and messenger of the Olympian Gods? A. Zeus C. Hermes B. Prometheus D. Promachus 9, Afro-Asian Literature (Including Philippine Literature) 9.1 Identify characteristics, motifs, archetypes, and symbols of different literary texts 258.A passage from The happiest boy in the world by N.V.M Gonzales: “I's about my boy, Jose,” he wrote on. “I want him to study this June in Mansalay, He's in the sixth grade, and he’s quite a poor hand at looking afier your carabaos, as it would he best that he go to school in the town.” What characteristic is shown by the letter writer? A master who wants to get rid of @ lazy servant A responsible father A parent who values education A generous master who wants his servant to be educated pop, -- a 259.n th Engli A. B. c. D. 260. What the Fl A B, 261.In the narrate back t A B c a 262. How w Algjanc AS B. t 263.From a 264. Sav it wi A. to B. bt C. fi Dz seLET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book 41 e) of different is June in cing after 259. In the story entitled Karma by Khushwant Singh, Sir Mohan tried to attract attention of Englishmen but ended up being thrown out of the train. Sir Mohan pictures A. a discriminated person B. acitizen who dreams of being an Englishman C. colonial mentality D. racism 260. What was the féchiniique used by Francisco Arcellana to narrate the events in his story, the Flowers of May? A. Dramatic irony C. Flashback B. Symbolism D. Indirect method 261.In the same story, Flowers of May, the author described the weather in May as the narrator opens the story and described again toward the middle as the narrat back the weather in May of 1934. What does this imply? F recalls A. This emphasizes the beauty of the environment during May B. The weather reflects the emotional state of the family. C. The weather symbolizes death of a member of a family D. The weather reflects denial on the part of the father. 262. How were American soldiers portrayed in the story We Filipinos are Mild Drinkers by Alejandro R. Roces? A. Selfish and luxurious C. Proud and heavy drinkers B. Unmindfal to Filipinos D. Dominant heroes 263.From a feminist’s point of view, The Picture Wife retold by Keigo Seki, speaks of a A. wife submissive to her husband B. wife who is incapable of decision-making C. woman who is not inferior to man D. woman who is capable of fooling a man 264. Say it with Flowers by Toshio Mori dominantly talks about how A. to manage a flower shop business B. businessmen foo! their clients and customers C. flowers can be able to communicate flowers D. servants being treated by bosses42 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization -ENGLISH Book + 265."Gee, I feel rotten. Those flowers I sold won't last longer than tomorrow. I feel lousy. I'm lousy...” exclaimed Terou (Say it with Flowers by Keigo Seki). Terou exhibits the value of : A. generosity C. honesty B. obedience D. sympathy 266.1n these last lines of the poem, In Africa, black men fly aixplanes the persona expresses A. hope C. imagination B. dream D, hatred 267. What situation is presented in the following lines? In Africa, black men fly airplanes : aad A. Freedom C. Discrimination Whic B. Poverty D. Slavery A B ' ; 10. English and American Literature area ge 10.1 Identify characteristics, motifs, archetypes, and symbols of different A literary texts B. 273.To wh 268.What advice is given to the reader in the last stanza of “Thanatopsis” by William sone Cullen Bryant? cree. “So live, that when thy summons come to joir/The innumerable caravan, which moves/ ix ; To that mysterious realm, where each shall take/His chamber in the silent halls of death 7 ‘Thou go not, like the quarry-slave at night/Scourged to his dungeon, but, sustained and “ soothed/By an unfaltering trust, approach thy grave,/like one who wraps the drapery of 274.“Sonne his couch/About him, and lies down to pleasant dreams”! This lit A. Live life to the fullest. re B, Death is not the end, but only a passage into another life. B. § C. Don’t think of death as part of life. D. Live your life in such a way that you meet death calmly. 275.The fol situatio 269.“Fame Is a Fickle Food” and “Hope” Is the Thing with Feathers” are poems of Emily the reft Dickinson, Which figure of speech do they share in common? heart, a A. Personifieation C. Metaphor slight ct B. Simile D. Metonymy Ae B. ——ow. [ feel lousy. rou exhibits the sis” by William an. which moves/ nt halls of death,/ put. sustained and sps the drapery of e poems of Emily | | | i | LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book! 43 270. Why thou wert there, O rival of the rosel/I never thought to ask, I never knews/But, in my simple ignorance, suppose/ The selfsame Power that brought me there brought you."/ E These lines from the poem, The Rhodora, by Ralph Waldo Emerson, tell that the speaker and the Rhodora share the same A. life C. creator B. fate thoughts ‘An aphorism isa short statement expressing a truth or opinion about life. The following are aphorisms taken from “Poor Richard's Almanack.” A good example is the best sermon He that cannot obey cannot command. Lost time is never found again Which former US President is ascribed to these aphorisms? A. Benjamin Franklin C. Thomas Paine B. Thomas Jefferson D. Richard Nixon 272. The title of the poem, The Passionate Shepherd To His Love, by Christopher Marlowe, suggests that the poem is a A. ballad CC. metrical romance B. pastoral D. ode 273.To what season is the speaker's life compared in the first quatrain of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 73? * That time of year thou mayst in me bebold/When yellow leaves, or more, or few. do hang/Upon those boughs which shake against the cold,/Bare ruined choits,where late the sweet birds sang.” A. Winter C. Summer B. Spring D, Autumn 274."Sonnet 18” of Shakespeare starts with “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?” This line shows the use of rhetorical question , and what figure of speech? ‘A. Chiasmus C. Metaphor B. Simile D. Personification 278.The folk ballad “Lord Randal” uses a refrain that advances the narrative as the real situation increases, “For I’m weary with hunting, and fain would lie down” serves as the refrain of the first six stanzas of the poem, then is changed to “For I'm sick at the heart, and I fain would lie down” in the last six stanzas, This reffain where there is a slight change in it illustrates A. extended repetition C. interval repetition B. cumulative repetition D. incremental repetition7 44° LET Comprehensive Reviower Specialization - ENGLISH Book t 276.“This widow — woman of whom 1 tell my tale/ Since the sad day when last she was a wife! Had led a very patient, simple life.” What literary term is illustrated by the lines? A. Theme €. Setting B. Characterization D. Point of view 277.“Alas, my Lords! There's many a sycophant/ And flatterer that fll your courts with cant! And give more pleasure with their zeal forsooth/ Than he who speaks in soberness and truth./ “These fines from “The Nun’sPriest’s Tale”, one of the tales in “The Canterbury Tales” illustrate the literary term __ + A. theme C. setting B. characterization D. point of view 278.1n his masterpiece, he Canterbury Tales, Geoffrey Chaucer used a literary technique which refers to a narrative within a narrative. Which technique is referred ta” A. Internal story C. Sequential story B. Frame story D. Embedded story 11. The Teaching of Speaking, Listening and Reading 11.1 Demonstrate understanding of the nature of the four language macro-components (listening, speaking, reading, writing, ineluding grammar) and the theoretical bases, principles, methods, strategies | in teaching these components 279.Reading strategies are different from what are traditionally called reading skills. Which of the following statement does prove the difference? A. Strategies emphasize intentional and deliberate plans under control where good readers make decisions about which strategy to use while skills are basically automatic routines. B. Strategies emphasize reasoning because readers use reasoning and critical thinking as they construct and reconstruct evolving meanings form the text : while skills tend to be associated with lower levels of thinking and reading, C. Strategies are inherently flexible and adaptable; readers modify strategies to fit different kinds of texts and different purposes while skills connote consistency, if not rigidity, in application across a variety of texts. D. Strategies imply metacognitive awareness while skills that have been learned imply cognitive awareness. Eat I | | i i i | | 280. Whicl main | A B. 281.Which Teamir A B. 282. At whe that wi 283.Since 1 listenin 285.Which s Fecognit 286.For spea emphas A. for B. us C. sp D. reion last she was @ z:ed by the lines? vurts with cant! soberness and ‘The Canterbury serary technique od to? ur language po. including ds, strategies 4 reading skills, control where so while skills are and critical s form the text ind reading. odify strategies hile skills connote ON. t Save been learned i i i LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ENGLISH Bookt 45 280. Which macro skill involves putting sentences together in connected discourse, but the main focus is on basic communicability? A. Speaking C. Listening B. Writing D. Reading 281.Which is a critical foundation for reading, writing, and spelling and is the engine of learning and thinking? A. Written language development C, Oral language development B, Cognitive development D. Affective development 282. At what age docs a child normally gain level of oral competence in the first language that will enable him/her to become a fluent reader and writer? A. About five years old C. About nine years old B. About seven years old D. About eight years old 283.Since the purpose of language is communication, children need to gain confidence in listening, speaking, reading and writing for A. meaning C. adaptability B. expression D. comprehension 284. A good language education program should give equal importance to meaning and to from the beginning. A. fluency C. accuracy B. speaking D. expression 285. Which skill involves understanding and responding to what has been heard and the recognition of sounds, syllables, words, and sentences? A. Speaking © C. Reading B. Writing D. Listening 286.For speaking, emphasis on meaning is on communicating thought and ideas while emphasis on accuracy focuses on forming letters properly and neatly using correct vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar spelling words correctly recognizing and distinguishing sounds go>46 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization — ENGLISH Book 1 287. Which of the following statements is TRUE? 293. Whi 'A. The students write to enjoy, to understand, and to use new ideas and A. information. ° B, B. In reading, the students form letters properly and neatly. i c. C. The students read when they recognize parts of the words, sentences and paragraph, and can sound them out. : D. D. The students listen to communicate their thoughts and ideas, i 294, Whic A. 988. Which of the following activities does NOT focus on meaning for reading? |A. Break words and sentences into parts and put them back together again. B. Watch and listen to good readers. 7 C. Participate in group reading experience. D. Read stories by themselves or with a partner i 7 f 289. Which of the following statement is TRUE? L i A. You leam to read by writing. | B. You leam to listen by reading, | C. The importance of learning to read and write meaningfully in a second 295. What language is often a key to continued success in formal education A D. The first language literacy is of major importance in the instruetional program. B. c 290. Which is at the heart of reading, be it in the first or second language? ‘A. Pronunciation C. Spelling B. Comprehension D. Grammar : 296. Whit 291.Which of the following does NOT belong to the activities in writing in the second I Tanguage? 7 ‘A. One of the events in the story should be narrated by the teacher. m B. Utilize oral and written personal narratives. C. Utilize dialogués for writing. D. Encourage students to write for a variety of different purposes. 292. Which is one of the most important skills in communication because it is a way of portraying information in the database, thus giving more emphasis to the importance 297. Which of mental faculty that allows a perceiver to delineate or give details about a target that Be is inaccessible to normal senses duc to time, distance, or shielding? B A, Speaking C. Writing c B. Listening Dz Viewing {a ——LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization - ENGLISH Book1 47 293. Which statement tells the truth about communication? ¢ new ideas and A. Communication involves reading and writing ideas properly., B. Communication deals with imperfection in the use of the skills. C. Communication is the key progress and advancement in continuing to learn things more accurately and effectively. D. All the communication skills are developing one ability. sentences and | 294.Which of the following is indicative of the TOP-DOWN APPROACH? ae A. Listening activities focus leamers on the individual elements and building © | biocks of the lamuage B. Decoding oral utterances, discriminating minimal contrasts, identifying | different stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns feature prominently in the i teacher's attempt to develop listening comprehension t C. Teaching is based on the assumption that learning is a gradual, linear, and an additive process D. Listening activities are based on the view that meaning is in the head of the listener activated only by the orally encoded items entering into his mind cher again. 295. What does research say about the nature of listening? cation, A. Good listening is strietly a bottom-up process, suctional program. B. Intelligent listening is predominantly top-down. C. Successfil listening involves a gradual movement from sound to word to sentence to text D. Successful listening involves the integration of information encoded in the message itself with broader knowledge of the world. 296. Which is/are a characteristic/s of transactional listening? ‘ting in the second L. One-way listening Tl, Used primarily to communicate information nee TIL No opportunity for clarification with a speaker. A. 1, U, and HL B. Tani C. Lonly D. Ionly 0825, ecause it is a way of, :0 the importance 297. Which option below presents CORRECTLY the steps in the listening process? out a target that A. Understanding ~ remembering—evaluating — responding —receiving B. Remembering — evaluating—responding—receiving -understanding C. Evaluating —responding -receiving ~understanding—remembering D. Receiving—understanding—remembering—evaluating responding48 LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ~ ENGLISH Book 1 298,Miss Concepcion wants to prepare her students for a lesson that aims to sharpen the critical evaluative listening skills of her students, Before making them listen to a recorded advertisement, she establishes the context of the listening text and activates the background knowledge of the students about the nature of advertisement. in what phase or stage is her listening lesson? A. Pre-listening Stage C. While Listening Stage B. Postelistening Stage D. Planning stage 299. When teaching speaking to leamers of English as a second language (ESL), the specific learning needs that need to be addressed always are _ A. improving their flueney, improvingstheir pronunciation and improving their enunciation B, exposing them to native speakers and giving them plenty of practice C. teaching them to speak in the target language D. understanding the movement and location of mouth and tongue when making sounds 300.Which teaching activities would be most appropriate if the objective of teaching speaking is the improvement of fluency? I. Delivering speeches, group discussions, negotiations and debates, interviews | and meetings, ete IL. Working on spec present in the LI, ete IIL, Working on reductions (want to wanna), word stress, intonation patterns, ete) A. Lonly C. LIM B. I and I D. 1, vowels, troublesome consonants, exercises on sounds not 301, What is the view of behaviorists on the influence of L1 to a leamer’s success in mastering his TL? L._L1 habits interfere with a learner's success in acquiring his/her target language (TL). TI. L1 items not found in the TL will be difficult for hinv/her to learn TL L1 items found in the TL will be easy for him/her to learn A. Lonly C, Tand Ih B. Land It D. IU, and ttt 302. How do cognitivists such as Chomsky perceive the commission of errors by learners? A. Errors are indicators of failure to learn; thus, should be right away eliminated. : B. Errors foster wrong speech habits and should be stamped out by repeated drills and exercises. C. Errors are welcome in that they indicate what has been learned and what needs yet to be leamed. D. Contrastive analysis before language teaching minimizes error occurrence. 303.1F you reinfor to teac tae B. 304. lang is writ for writ to say A B. ¢ 305. What v several and pre a tL \ mm, \ 306. Which s Alt Bh c Cit t D. It cr 307, Which o approac A.C B. St CT Dz In eee at .s to sharpen the om listen to a st and activates j cement. Jn what L). the specific Enproving their ce 2 when making se of teaching sates. interviews = on sounds not patterns, etc) © ner’s success in language 8 by learners? asay eliminated. | out by repeated gamed and what \ecurrence. LET Comprehensive Reviewer Specialization ENGLISH Book 49 303.1f your aim in teaching writing is to stress grammar, syntax, and mechanics and 10 reinforce the language forms and vocabulary items you taught earlier, which approach to teaching writing would be useful? A. Controlled writing C. Freewriting B. Guided writing D. Communicative writing 304. A language teacher teaches writing by-approximating what writers do in real life, that is writing for a definite purpose and definite audience. Thus, s/he creates the context for writing and provides the target audience for the students to choose what to say, how to say it, and who to say ig to. What teaching writing approach is used in this instance? A. Controlled writing C. Freewriting B. Guided writing D. Communicative writing 305. What view about writing is exemplified when a teacher makes her students go through several stages in producing a piece of writing such as prewriting, drafting, revising and proofreading, and publishing and presenting, 1. Writing as an act of communication I. Writing as a process IL, Writing as product A. Tonly C. Mlonly B. Monly D. LIT and It 306. Which statement below does NOT refer to audio-lingualism? A. Iisa language teaching method that grew out of the behaviorist psychology. B. it is most consistently associated with B.F. Skinner, Leonard Bloomfield, and Charles Fries. C. it upholds the view that language is primarily speech and is best learned through habit formation. D. It believes that language development is characterized by a rule-governed creativity. 307. Which of the following language teaching methods does NOT betong to the humanistic approach? A. Community Language Learning B. Suggestopedia C. Total Physical Response D, Imitation and Drill