SUMMATIVE TEST

English 9, Quarter 3, Module 3

SET A
Directions: Read each of the statements/passages carefully then choose the letter of your
correct answer. Write it on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Miguel showed his report card to his father. Miguel received 90 and above grades on his
report card. His adviser remarked that he is happy having Miguel in his class. Which of
the following statements is a generalization?
a. Miguel enjoys going to school.
b. Miguel received 94% in science.
c. Miguel is the adviser’s favorite student.
d. Miguel is a boy.

2. The canteen workers have observed that when they serve bitter gourd (ampalaya), the
bitter gourd often remains uneaten. When they serve squash, however, most of the
squash is gone when the students return their plates. Which of the following statements
is a generalization?
a. Squash is a vegetable.
b. Most students don’t like bitter gourd.
c. All students at the school eat squash than bitter gourd.
d. Bitter gourd tastes bitter as its name indicates.

3. Aaliyah observed that all but two teachers in the elementary school are female. However,
the majority of her brother’s high school teachers are male. Which of the following
statements are generalizations?
a. Male and female teachers usually teach upper grade levels.
b. Male teachers usually teach upper grade levels.
c. Most female teachers prefer working with younger children.
d. Both b and c are generalizations.

4. According to World Health Organization, nearly 1.64 million people died of COVID-19
worldwide as of December 10, 2020. This statement is:
a. a fact
b. an opinion
c. a generalization
d. none of the above

5. Many children find fractions difficult. This statement is:

a. a fact
b. an opinion
c. a generalization
 d. None of the above

6. All parents love their children. This generalization is:

a. valid
b. faulty

7. Many people would agree that the frontliners are everyday heroes. This generalization is:
a. valid
b. faulty

8. All teachers and students look forward to summer break. This generalization
is:
a. valid
b. faulty

9. Which words signal a faulty generalization?

a. can, could, will, would, shall, should
b. everyone, nobody, all, none, always, never
c. probably, typically, sometimes, rarely
d. none of the above

10. Which words signal a valid generalization?

a. is, am, are, was, were
b. has, have, had, will have
c. alike, different, same, difference
d. most, many, some, few
SET B
Directions: Read each of the given statements/passages then choose the letter of your correct
answer. Write it on a separate sheet of paper.

11. What is the clue word in the following generalization? Teachers typically check test
papers over the weekend.
a. over
b. check
c. typically
d. weekend

12. What is the clue word in the following generalization? The students in our school are
often helpful and respectful.
a. in c. students
b. are d. often
13. After breakfast, the Romano’s children piled in their pick-up. Mrs. Romano took
Veronica to the orphanage where she had a babysitting job. Then she dropped off Mario
at the tennis club where he helped teach tennis lessons to kids. Next, Mrs. Romano drove
Leila and Sarah to the mall where they had some shopping to do. While her children were
at their different activities, Mrs. Romano plans to do her grocery shopping.

What generalization can you make based on this passage?

a. The Romano family had a very busy day planned.
b. The Romano children don’t like to stay at home
c. Mrs. Romano is a good driver.
d. Mrs. Romano is a mother.

14. Liza has three sisters and three brothers. They all live together with their mother, father
and grandparents in Davao City. In a month’s time, the family will drink thirty gallons of
milk, eat at least ten kilos of different kinds of vegetables, fifteen kilos of fish, ten kilos
of chicken meat and six kilos of beef. They go through thirty loaves of bread each month,
as well forty assorted canned goods, fifty kilos of rice, and ninety kilos of fruits.

What generalizations can you make based on this passage.

a. A large family is hungry all the time.
b. A large family eats a lot of food in a month’s time.
c. A large spends more time in eating.
d. The members of large family are always obese.

15. Costa Rica is a tropical country with warm weather all year long. It rains a lot there, but it
never snows. Some people have reported seeing snow falling on the tops of the
mountains, but the Costa Rican weather service has always dismissed these reports. Costa
Rican meteorologists say that when people in Costa Rica think they see snow, it's usually
hail. There's no need for skis or other cold weather gear in Costa Rica, so people do not
have to worry about buying them.
Which statement is a generalization about what you just read?
a. If you go to Costa Rica, it's a good idea to take a raincoat.
b. People in Costa Rica do not need to own snow boots.
c. People in Costa Rica often try to go skiing in the mountains.
d. Being a meteorologist in Costa Rica is easy because it never snows.

16. Most adults in the Philippines want to make healthy choices, so they seek their family
doctors for pieces of advice. Doctors advise eating at least five servings of fruits or
vegetables each day. They remind the patients that fruits and vegetables provides the
human body with important nutrients and that eating natural, unprocessed foods without
added sugar is much better than eating processed foods. They suggest to their patients
that a variety of fruits and vegetables is best. Adults who discuss with their doctors about
making healthy decisions tend to follow their doctors' advice.
 Which statement is a generalization about what you just read?
a. Few doctors are able to give their patients advice about proper nutrition.
b. Most adults try to eat at least five fruits or vegetables per day.
c. Fruit is a healthy alternative to vegetables.
d. Many doctors say that processed foods are best to eat.

17. Carlo asked his parents for a puppy for his birthday. He opens all of his presents and sees
no indication of a puppy. Then, his father and mother invite him to go to the store with
them. While they are shopping, they buy a bowl, chew toys, dog food, and a leash.

What conclusion can you draw?

a. Carlo's parents are taking him to the park.
b. Carlo wants to be a veterinarian.
c. Carlo will get a puppy for his birthday.
d. Carlo’s parents will celebrate his birthday in a restaurant.

18. Ahmad's mother is graduating from her master’s degree soon. He wants to do something
very special for her. Ahmad knows that his mom's favorite dinner is kulma and
pianggang. (Kulma and pianggang are famous and delicious Muslim viands.)

What conclusion can you draw?

a. Ahmad will buy his mom a cookbook.
b. Ahmad will ask his mom to cook spicy fried chicken.
c. Ahmad will prepare kulma and pianggang for his mom for her graduation.
d. Ahmad will ask his brothers what present he should get for their mom.

19. Ever since people began to be infected by COVID-19, wearing of face masks and shields
has been considered a part of every person’s outfit. Some businessmen have leveled up
face masks and shields to a fashion trend. Face masks and shields now come in different
designs, shapes, sizes and colors that perfectly suit every age, style and profession and
very affordable. With several choices at hand, one can easily pick a face mask and shield
that fits one’s taste.

What generalization can you draw from this passage?

a. Seeing exactly the same face masks and shields is boring.
b. Selling face masks and shields is a good business.
c. Business people have a way of uplifting an ordinary thing into something special
but still considers its usefulness and affordability.
d. Business people are always risk-takers.

20. Why do writers use generalization?

a. Writers use generalization to demonstrate their writing skills.
b. Writers utilize generalization so that their readers will strongly be convinced that
what they are saying is true.
c. Using generalizations makes it easy for the writers to express their thoughts.
 d. Generalizations make the texts interesting.
Answer Key:

1. a 11. c
2. b 12. d
3. d 13. a
4. a 14. b
5. c 15. a
6. b 16. b
7. a 17. c
8. b 18. c
9. b 19. c
10. d 20. b

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TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
English 9, Quarter 3, Module 3
Topic No. of Remembering Understanding Applying Analyzing Creating Evaluating
Items
4 9, 10, 11, 12
2 4, 5, 13
Generalizatio 3 6,7,8
n 5 1, 2, 3,
17, 18
3 14, 15,
16
2 19, 20
TOTAL 20 4 3 3 5 3 2

Prepared by:

MARLENE A. CRUZ
Zamboanga City High School (Main)