1. Which of the following best defines information?

a. An information is a concrete-mass noun used to denote any amount of data, code or text, that is stored,
sent, received or manipulated in any medium.
b. An information is an abstract-mass noun used to denote any amount of data, code or text, that is stored,
sent, received or manipulated in any medium.
c. An information is an abstract-mass noun used to denote a limited amount of data, code or text, that is
stored, sent, received or manipulated in any medium.
d. An information is an abstract-mass noun used to denote any amount of data, code or text, that is not stored,
sent, received or manipulated in any medium.

2. What does an information give?

a. knowledge b. learning c. facts d. all of the above

3. Since an information is any amount of data given by one person to another, and that, it can be manipulated, an
information, sometimes, is not a knowledge. This was an argument by whom?
a. Shakespeare b. Rizal c. Einstein d. Poe

4. Who among the following is least likely to share a valid and reliable information?
a. a multi-awarded newscaster c. a 30-year-in-the-service teacher
b. a “Marites” friend of yours d. a best-selling non-fiction author

5. Which of the following should be considered first when receiving information?

a. reliability of the source c. trend of the issue
b. delivery of the message d. appearance and posture of the sender

6. Select which method in information gathering is illustrated in the scenario: John Zei attentively grasps the
discussion of the teacher on the parts of speech.
a. interviewing b. asking questions c. listening d. researching

7. During the pandemic, Joses was able to learn how to play guitar through watching YouTube tutorial videos.
What method in information gathering was demonstrated in the scenario?
a. asking questions b. observing c. interviewing d. studying

8. Which of the following best shows researching as a method in information gathering?

a. Renz and Loren look for the definition of the word “reservoir” in the dictionary.
b. Always curious about how to get the value of ‘x’, Roan asks her math teacher the correct solving steps.
c. Francis listens carefully to the Bombo Radyo newscaster concerning the death of the LGBT-member
teacher.
d. To accomplish their science experiment, Duane and Joel observe thoroughly how the sugar dissolved.

9. Genevee always listens and notes every information her science teacher provides. What can we infer from the
scenario?
a. Genevee is a good listener.
b. Listening is an effective way to gather information.
c. Gathering information through listening requires understanding.
d. all of the above

10. Yasha aims to be the top scorer of her Filipino exam. She listens attentively to her teacher, she reviews her
lessons at home, and she always looks for other information beyond what is given to her by her teacher. Which
of the following methods in gathering information is not observed by Yasha?
a. listening b. studying c. interviewing d. researching

11. All illustrate effective method in gathering information except one.

a. Ren Brandon observes how the lizard’s tail still waves after being cut off from its body.
b. Gerald Sean watches a documentary about lizards and how they regrow their tails.
 c. Curious about caudal autotomy or lizard’s survival strategy of tail dropping, Janbelmoure personally goes to
his teacher and gives his questions
d. Wilfredo is uninterestedly listening to the discussion of her teacher about lizards as science is his least
favorite subject.

12. Marianne, Rizalyn and Nicole conducted research about procrastination. They interviewed, read scholarly
articles, and listened to the experiences of their respondents. They found out that aside from getting rid of the
fear or anxiety about the task awaiting them, people also procrastinate because of perfectionism. What helped
the group gather the right information?
a. listening b. studying c. interviewing d. researching

13. Based on the scenario on number 12, it can be inferred that ________________________________________.
a. Researching validates information that are listened and read.
b. Researching is better than listening as a method of gathering information.
c. Researching involves passive reading and thorough interviewing.
d. Researching is the best method in gathering information.

For items 14-16, refer to the news report below from The Northern Star.

14. What conclusion can be drawn from the news report?

a. COVID-19 is an unfortunate event which has affected everyone.
b. Graduations will never be the same because of the pandemic.
c. The impact of COVID-19 is felt mostly by educational institutions.
d. NANHS lounge counter became useless because of the pandemic.

15. “It could’ve not been more historic!” – The writer makes use of a novelty lead. By reading the headline and the
lead, what can we infer from it?
a. COVID-19 marks history as a global pandemic of the 21 st century
b. Graduation in the new lounge counter is cancelled because of the lockdown.
c. The supposed graduation in the newly built lounge counter could’ve marked a history.
d. For the first time in history, a NANHS graduation is cancelled.
 16. Why do you think the writer highlights the word ‘history’ several times?
a. COVID-19 marks history as a global pandemic of the 21 st century
b. Graduation in the new lounge counter is cancelled because of the lockdown.
c. The supposed graduation in the newly built lounge counter could’ve marked a history.
d. For the first time in history, a NANHS graduation is cancelled.

Below is an excerpt from Miriam Defensor-Santiago’s speech. Read, analyze and answer the questions that follow.
Number one, the person who should be the next president should be characterized by academic
excellence. Dapat naman 'yung pinaka-marunong sa klase, hindi 'yung mga pinaka-gago. Makita ko pa lang
sa telebisyon, kung anu-anong sinasabi na akala niya ang galing niya. Minsan 'pag nagsalita 'yung mga
gagong 'yun, hamunin ko ng suntukan yan. Dapat naman na ang pinaka-marunong sa atin, 'yun ang leader
natin. 'Wag maski sino na lang, basta marami ang pera niya.
Pangalawa ay professional excellence. 'Pag graduate ka na, 'pag naging doctor, nurse, or a lawyer,
or an engineer, or an architect. Whatever the profession that you might choose, you should want always to
enjoy a reputation for good, honest work from your colleagues.
And finally, I hope in addition to academic excellence and professional excellence, we shall see from
you, moral excellence. We should be able to live our lives in such a moral way that we can always face our
Creator and tell him, "I did my best for your greater glory and the salvation of my soul." That is the goal of
every student in this university.

17. According to Defensor-Santiago, the next president should excel in academic, professional, and moral aspects.
It could mean that _______________________________.
a. If the aspiring president does not possess these qualities, then he is not qualified.
b. The next president should, at least have a degree, a good reputation in his/her field of work, and a good
soul.
c. An aspiring president should have all the qualities an excellent leader possesses.
d. Whoever is the smartest should seat as the next president of the country.

18. What could be Defensor-Santiago’s motive in giving her speech?

a. to persuade the listeners to select the next president based on her standards
b. to make listeners choose the best president there is
c. to remind everybody to be academically, professionally and morally excellent
d. none of the above

19. Analytical listening involves problem solving or decision making. Which of the following questions should you
ask yourself as you employ analytical listening in solving problems?
a. “What is the speaker trying to say?”
b. “What is the main argument being presented?”
c. “What grammatical errors are present in the speaker’s message?”
d. “How does what I hear differ from my beliefs or opinions?”

20. Choose which of the following listening tips should you not use when solving problems?
a. Paraphrase. c. Ask questions.
b. Talk less and interrupt more. d. Look for key ideas.

21. How would you compare informational listening to analytical listening?

a. Informational listening could be described as listening with the goal of listening, understanding and grasping
information while analytical listening could be described as listening with the goal of judging, criticizing or
evaluating the message.
b. Informational listening is a passive type of listening while analytical listening is an active one.
c. Informational listening only involves remembering and understanding the message while analytical listening
includes remembering, understanding, analyzing, and evaluating the message.
d. Informational listening may or may not require feedback while analytical listening should always require
feedback.
 22. Which of the following best illustrates analytical listening?
a. Allister listens to his favorite music in Spotify.
b. Vhelzam watches TV Patrol to get updated on current events.
c. Rodelio criticizes the grammar of the commencement speaker.
d. After listening to the rebuttal of his classmate, John Dave argues with his speech.

23. Which of the following indicates an effective listening approach?

a. Restating in your own words the message of the speaker.
b. Finding out the main ideas the speaker is trying to convey.
c. Trying to understand the speaker’s ideas before judging them
d. all of the above

24. Vince is having a hard time writing his essay on the positive and negative impact of social media to students.
He plans for a pre-writing activity using a Venn Diagram. A minute after, he is able to determine the advantages
and disadvantages of social media to students using the textual aid, and is finally able to start writing his essay
using the information he enumerated in the diagram. Which of the following is not true about the scenario?
a. Using textual aids could be good pre-writing activities.
b. Using textual aids help us understand better a text.
c. Using textual aids makes writing essay easier.
d. Using textual aids limits information.

25. Teacher Raine is tasked to present the consequences of cheating to her Grade 6 pupils. To make her pupils
better understand the text and avoid cheating, she plans to use a graphic organizer instead. What should she
use?
a. flow chart b. Venn diagram c. concept map d. cause and effect
diagram

26. These are textual and non-textual elements that help readers have a clearer meaning of the text.
a. textual aids b. graphics c. maps d. guide questions

27. This is a textual aid that provides initial idea on what the text is all about.
a. Venn diagram b. titles c. illustrations d. graphs

For 31 and 32, refer to the screenshot below.

28. Which of the following is an example of title as a textual aid?

a. NANHS Online b. photos c. See more d. SNAPSHOTS IN BLUE
 29. The real-life photos in the screen shot are also textual aids. These are visual representations of the subject.
These are called ___________________________.
a. screenshots b. illustrations c. maps d. sub-titles

30. This type of graph highlights trends and changes.

a. pictograph b. bar graph c. line graph d. pie graph

31. Which of the following is not true about infographics?

a. Infographics are also textual aids.
b. Infographics are advanced, enhanced and modernized version of graphic organizers.
c. Infographics only use illustrations.
d. Infographics help readers analyze patterns, trends and processes.

32. This type of infographics increases understanding by cutting down the length of an article and using relevant
illustrations.
a. data visualization b. list c. comparison d. visual article

33. All are functions of comparison as a type of infographics except one.

a. It shows how things change over time and can highlight complexity.
b. It directly compares two or more things.
c. It highlights similarities and differences between and among things.
d. It shows inferiority and superiority.

34. What type of infographic is quite similar to timeline?

a. data visualization b. process c. comparison d. list

35. All of the following make a good infographic except one.

a. Understand the information and decide which visuals are appropriate to use.
b. Choose a layout that fits the information.
c. Look for a questionable source.
d. Use storytelling to convey messages.

for 36-38, refer to the information below:

Alexander is fond of visiting places using his bicycle. This week, apart from exercise, he had been going to Tineg
daily, every 4:30 in the morning to witness the beauty of the sunrise and to feel the cold breeze of air in the north. As he
traveled with his bike, he wanted to monitor how fast he had been traveling from Lam-ag, San Juan to Tineg, daily.
Below are the data he was able to note:
MONDAY 2 hours and 45 minutes
TUESDAY 2 hours and 12 minutes
WEDNESDAY 1 hour and 21 minutes
THRUSDAY 1 hour and 48 minutes
FRIDAY 1 hour and 1 minute

36. If you are Alexander, what type of graph should you use in presenting the information?
a. pictograph b. bar graph c. line graph d. pie graph

37. What question could help Alexander select the most appropriate graph to use in presenting his data?
a. How many days do I go to Tineg?
b. How far is San Juan to Tineg when riding a bike?
c. On what day do I go Tineg the fastest and the slowest?
d. What changes are observed from Monday to Friday as I go to Tineg?
 38. What would result if Alexander uses a graph in presenting his data?
a. The data might change. c. The data would not be accurate.
b. The data will more likely be understood. d. The data would make him ride his bike faster.

For 39-43, read the text below, and answer the following questions.

WOMEN: THE BIGGER VICTIMS

(1)There is now solid evidence that the adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
have fallen more heavily on women. (2)There are at least four ways that the adverse impacts
of the pandemic and the resulting recession are lopsided against women worldwide.
(3)First, the medical and economic frontliners, who have been most exposed to the
virus, are predominantly women. (4)Data from the European Institute for Gender Equality
indicate that of the 49 million health care workers in the EU, around 76 percent are women,
thereby outnumbering men three to one.
(5)Second, women also dominate the jobs in the economy that are hardest hit by the
pandemic recession. (6)These jobs are in restaurants, hotels, and tourism establishments;
retail establishments, personal services like hair and beauty salons, and in schools.
(7)Third, the brunt of housework and child care responsibilities—including mentoring
children on their online classes — has fallen on women, especially where women work from
home while their husbands don’t. (8)A study by McKinsey found mothers to be more than
three times as likely to meet the majority of the demands for housework and caregiving
during the pandemic, compared with fathers.
(9)Fourth, women have suffered from increased domestic violence that the pandemic has
brought about in many places. (10)As early as April 2020, United Nations Secretary-
General António Guterres noted a “horrifying global surge in domestic violence” since the start
of the COVID-19 lockdowns. (11)Researchers have attributed it to stress due to
increased social isolation. (12)As we plan our way out of the pandemic crisis, we clearly
need to pay due attention to the welfare of women, who, through no fault of their own, have
been its bigger victims.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer / July 30, 2021

39. Based on the given text, what is the structure of persuasive writing?
I. Make stand or state your position.
II. State an issue.
III. End with a strong argument or an urgent call for action.
IV. Support your argument with reasons and evidence.
a. I, II, III, IV b. II, I, IV, III c. III, II, I, IV d. IV, III, II, I

40. Which part of the essay states the writer’s stand about the issue?
a. Sentence 1 b. Sentence 2 c. Sentence 4 d. Sentence 6

41. What did the writer use to support his argument?

a. opinions of expert and authorities c. a verifiable evidence or fact
b. testimony of reliable witnesses d. a valid appeal to logic

42. What part of the essay is not included in the excerpt?

a. the writer’s stand about the issue c. a call to action
b. reasons and evidence to support the argument d. none of the above

43. Who is the target audience of this article?

a. the general public and the political sector c. education department
b. women’s organizations d. religious sector

For items 44-45, read an excerpt from a persuasive text, and answer questions that follow.
 CLASSROOM ON SCREENS
Classrooms in many areas in Luzon are currently empty, as the Philippines is grappling with the Covid-19
pandemic, which can only be defeated by physical distancing. While children and teenagers are reportedly less affected
by Covid-19, they must stay away from their schools for now as they could carry the virus that causes the disease to
their homes. They have been away from their schools since March 17, when government implemented the enhanced
community quarantine in Luzon to contain the spread of the disease.
The Department of Education has announced that classes will start on August 24, but it is exploring other
options to limit face-to-face interaction to prevent a second wave of Covid-19 cases. DepEd said in a statement it issued
on May 11 that even in areas where schools will be allowed to open, physical distancing will still be required. This
means that schools will have to combine face-to-face learning with distance learning.
The big challenge for the DepEd is not just to ensure the health and continued education of children during the
pandemic, but also to prevent Covid-19 from deepening the divide or inequality between rich and poor kids. Given the
uncertainties created by Covid-19 and the lack of a vaccine, we urge the government to explore extensively the
adoption of other learning modalities, such as the use of television and radio. This will serve the purpose of delivering
educational materials to those in remote areas while we await improvements in Internet connectivity.
44. Based on the text read, how does the writer justify his arguments?
a. The writer uses logical arrangement of statements about TV-based set up of learning.
b. The writer provides advantages and disadvantages of TV-based learning.
c. The writer makes a strong argument through situational statements.
d. The writer merely defines what TV-based learning is.

45. Which of the following arguments would you use to stand a point about TV-based set-up as a learning
modality?
a. The big challenge for the DepEd is not just to ensure the health and continued education of children during
the pandemic.
b. To prevent Covid-19 from deepening the divide or inequality between rich and poor kids is a big challenge
for the department.
c. Given the uncertainties created by Covid-19 and the lack of a vaccine, we urge the government to explore
extensively the adoption of other learning modalities, such as the use of television and radio.
d. This will serve the purpose of delivering educational materials to those in remote areas while we await
improvements in Internet connectivity.
For items 46-50, read the editorial article below, and then rate its content using the rubric below. Justify your rating by
writing two to three sentence feedback about the article, particularly on the arguments presented.

BONGBONG’S MOVES
The recent actions and pronouncements of the camp of Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. could offer a glimpse if ever he
wins the presidency on election day, May 9, 2022.
First, he declined to take part in the presidential interviews conducted by seasoned broadcast journalist Jessica Soho of
GMA 7. The former senator’s camp later stated the reason: His non-participation was “founded on their belief” that Soho “is biased
against the Marcoses.” The Marcos camp believes the broadcaster “will just focus on negativity” about the presidential aspirant.
 GMA 7 hits back, saying “the questions” thrown at the presidential candidates are “tough because the job of the
presidency is tough.”
Presidential candidates who took part in the interviews were Senators Panfilo “Ping” Lacson and Emmanuel “Manny”
Pacquiao, Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso, and Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo. Labor leader
Leody de Guzman said he was not invited to the program that was aired on Saturday night, Jan. 22.

Lacson criticized Marcos for not participating, saying it is Soho’s job to ask hard-as-nails questions. He himself, he said,
was asked about his past controversies, including his being the author of the Anti-Terror Law and evasion of arrest in 2010.
Refusing to take part in Soho’s TV presidential interviews could be a tactic from Marcos’ camp. As he sits atop the
surveys less than four months from the election day, Marcos probably would not risk answering hard-nosed questions from Soho
as it could hurt his chances of winning the presidency, which was once held by his father Ferdinand Sr. for nearly 21 years before
the Marcos kleptocracy was ended by the People Power Revolution in February 1986.
Now, if Marcos ever becomes the President, would he listen to the plight of the Filipinos? Would he answer questions
from the ordinary folk if he wins the highest elective position in the Philippines?
Being selective of media personalities does not leave a good impression. A leader must answer all difficult questions,
doubts and criticisms from his people.

CRITERIA EXCELLENT GOOD NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

(5)
Focus/ Content The writer’s stand about the
issue is very clear.
Problems, solutions and call
for action is presented.
Clarity of Ideas The text presents clear and
sound arguments, as well as
authentic evidences that
support the arguments.
Development/ Organization There is logical arrangement
of statements, and the topic
is developed thoroughly with
examples and supports.
Language Use and Mechanics The writer used language
that is appropriate for the
target audience, and has
good choice of words and
expressions.
SCORE
(3) (1)
The writer’s stand about The writer doesn’t have
the issue is very clear, a clear stand about the
however he failed to issue. Likewise, he failed
clearly present and to discuss the problems
discuss the problems and and possible solutions.
solutions.
Most of the arguments The arguments are not
are clear and sound, but quite related to the issue,
there are some and the facts and
evidences that do not evidences provided do
support them, or are not not support the
related to the topic. arguments.
There is logical The content of the article
arrangement of is not organized, from
statements, but the topic the thesis to the
is not very well arguments and
developed because of evidences.
lack of examples and
support.
The writer used The language used and
appropriate language. word choice are not
However, there are quite appropriate for the
a few glaring errors in audience and the topic.
spelling, punctuation and There are also too many
grammar. errors on the text,
making reading and
comprehension difficult