READING AND WRITING

3rd Quarterly Exam (2nd Sem; S.Y. 2022-2023)

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General Instructions:
1. Read the test instructions and test items carefully then answer accordingly.
2. You have 60 minutes (1 hour) to answer the test. Use it wisely.
3. Write legibly and AVOID ERASURES.

Multiple Choice. Read each item carefully then write the letter of the correct answer on the
space provided. 1-60
_____1. Which text focuses on presenting points of view and seeks on encouraging its readers to
accept a particular argument or act in a particular way?
A. Persuasive C. Cause and Effect
B. Problem-solution D. Comparison and Contrast
A. Cause and Effect B. Comparison and Contrast
C. Persuasive D. Problem-solution
_____2. If you were to tell a story, which pattern of paragraph development would you use?
A. Definition B. Description C. Narration D. Problem- Solution
_____3. In this section, you need to mention an overview of the problem, the why of the problem,
and who should be concerned about the problem.
A. conclusion B. exposition C. introduction D. middle section
_____4. When giving the full meaning of a certain topic, which pattern is applicable?
A. Description B. Definition C. Narration D. Problem Solution
_____5. What pattern shows similarities and differences of two subjects in a paragraph?
A. Cause and Effect B. Comparison and Contrast
C. Narration D. Problem Solution
_____6. Which property of a well-written text means being able to identify the components of an
event in order, such as beginning, middle, and end of a story or the steps in a science experiment?
A. sequencing of events B. following directions
C. identifying errors D. organizing ideas
_____7. Which property of a well-written text means being able to describe the technical aspects of
writing which focuses more on the specificity and clarity of words that you use – spelling,
punctuation, capitalization, etc.?
A. coherence and cohesion B. language use
C. mechanics D. organization
_____8. What is cohesion?
A. Cohesion introduces new ideas in a text.
B. A special type of argument used in writing.
C. Cohesion is a special type of glue that writers use to make ideas stick together.
D. The way in which an author uses sentence structure to make the text more
understandable to the reader.
___9. The following are examples of transitional devices that indicate opposition, limitation and
contradiction EXCEPT___________________________.
A. furthermore B. in spite of C. on the contrary D. on the other hand
_____10. Which of the following is referred to as specialized language used by groups of like-
minded individuals?
A. euphemism B. idiom C. jargon D. slang
_____11. What specific claim asserts some empirical (experience/ observation-based) truth?
A. fact B. judgment C. policy D. value
_____12. Which of the following types of claim leads to action?
A. fact B. judgment C. policy D. value
_____13. Which is NOT a reference of claim of value?
A. belief B. ethics C. fiction D. philosophy
_____14. In claim of policy, which modal verb SHOULD NOT be used?
A. could B. have to C. must D. should
_____15. The other forms of multimedia (pictures, sounds and videos) that stimulate more senses
which are incorporated in the links are called __________________________.
A. Hyperlinks B. Hypermedia C. Links D. URL
_____16. Which of the following is a link from a hypertext file or document to another location or
file, typically activated by clicking on a highlighted word or image on the screen?
A. Hyperlinks B. Hypermedia C. Links D. URL
_____17. What do you call a reference to a to web resource that specifies its location on a
Computer network and a mechanism for retrieving it?
A. Universal Resource Locator B. Uniform Resource Locator
C. Universal Resource Identifier D. Uniform Resource Identifier
_____18. In the URL http://www.fbi.gov/employment/, which part is the hostname?
A. employment B. http C. www D. www.fbi.gov
_____19. Which would best suit a text that aims to discuss the taxonomy of a group of fossils
that were recently discovered by a paleontologist?
A. Classification B. Comparison and Contrast
C. Narration D. Problem Solution
_____20. How would you classify the following paragraphs according to pattern of development?
“My mother had a hair so dark that it looked like a waterfall of ink. She always
kept it in a braid that fell to her slim waist, and always tied with a plain black band. The
braid of black over her shoulder, the plaits shining like scales.”
A. Comparison and Contrast B. Definition C. Narration D. Process
_____21. How would you classify the following paragraphs according to pattern of development?
“Although I raised Marcee and Obbie from puppies, they have completely diverse
personalities. Obbie is a six-year-old, male, toy Pomeranian, whereas Marcee is a one-year-
old, female, Boston terrier.”
A. Classification B. Description
C. Definition D. Problem-Solution
_____22. Which of the following refers certain words or phrases that serve the purpose of
connecting two statements?
A. Coherence B. Cohesion C. Cohesive Devices D. Topic
_____23. Coherence applies to ___________________________________.
A. sentences B. paragraphs C. whole arguments D. all of the above
Which of the following sentences has a precise and clear language?
A. Killer sentenced to die for second time in ten years.
B. The movie is a classic example of a horror movie because it incorporates all
the elements of a horror film.
C. He is an interesting individual.
D. The practice of theory of politics are studied in the classroom but political
habits on campus do not seem to benefit from such labor.
_____24. Which of the following sentences has a precise and clear language?
A. He is an interesting individual.
B. Killer sentenced to die for second time in ten years.
C. The movie is a classic example of a horror movie because it incorporates all the
elements of a horror film.
D. The practice of theory of politics are studied in the classroom but political habits on
campus do not seem to benefit from such labor.
_____25. Coronavirus is now classified as a pandemic. What type of claim is this?
A. fact B. judgment C. policy D. value
_____26. Which of the following statements is an example of a claim?
A. Annie thinks that we should have a universal health care.
B. Filipinos need to exercise their right to vote.
C. Ruiz believes that change has come.
D. All of the above
_____27. Which among the following statements is a claim of policy?
A. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 is the reason behind the existence of a
respiratory ailment called coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19).
B. With what is happening in the world now, we should spend more on research.
C. Coronavirus disease is now considered to be a pandemic.
D. Coronavirus disease was first discovered in China.
_____28. When internet connection is not available, a hyperlink can be used by linking from ____.
A. one document stored on your computer to another document stored on the device
B. one page to another in a Word document
C. one page to another in a PDF document
D. All of the above
_____29. Clicking on a hyperlink can take you to which of the following locations?
A. document other than the one you have opened
B. place in the document you have opened
C. Another website
D. All of the above
_____30. Under what menu would you find the “Hyperlink” button in Microsoft Word?
A. Format B. Home C. Insert D. Review
_____31. Which of the following statements uses Definition as its pattern of development?
A. Sugar is a sucrose, a disaccharide, made up of glucose and sucrose.
B. There are four types of carbohydrates: glucose, fructose, sucrose, and lactose.
C. Since your body digests these food, slowly, the sugar in them offers a steady supply of
energy to your cells.
D. Natural sugars are those found in naturally in whole foods while artificial sweeteners
are those chemically
modified in laboratories.
_____32. Which of the following statements uses Comparison and Contrast as its pattern of
development?
A. Sugar is a sucrose, a disaccharide, made up of glucose and sucrose.
B. There are four types of carbohydrates: glucose, fructose, sucrose, and lactose.
C. Since your body digests these food, slowly, the sugar in them offers a steady supply of
energy to your cells.
D. Natural sugars are those found in naturally in whole foods while artificial sweeteners
are those chemically modified in laboratories.
_____33. Which of the following statements uses Cause and Effect as its pattern of development?
A. Sugar is a sucrose, a disaccharide, made up of glucose and sucrose.
B. There are four types of carbohydrates: glucose, fructose, sucrose, and lactose.
C. Since your body digests these food, slowly, the sugar in them offers a steady supply of
energy to your cells.
D. Natural sugars are those found in naturally in whole foods while artificial sweeteners
are those chemically modified in laboratories.
_____34. Fill in the blank with the connecting word that best joins the two thoughts.
“Walking, running, and jogging give you energy. ___________ any exercise that
speeds up your heart rate is good.”
A. Finally B. In contrast C. In short D. Therefore
_____35. “Let me tell you about my experience when I lost myself in an unexpected
situation.”
This line is a part of the ___________ of a narrative.
A. beginning B. conclusion C. end D. middle
_____36. Fill in the blank with the connecting word that best joins the two thoughts.
“Going vegan has many benefits for the body. ___________, it may also result to
deficiency in much needed nutrients that can only be found in meat products.
A. Finally B. However C. In contrast D. Therefore
_____37. Giving vaccines to children without sufficient scientific studies is wrong.
To which specific claim does the given statement belong?
A. claim of value B. claim of policy C. claim of cause D. claim of fact
_____38. Which among the following claims would you give for a claim of fact?
A. Marijuana pertains to major parts taken from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica
plant such as seeds, dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds.
B. Marijuana has adverse effects if it will be used for recreational purposes.
C. Marijuana should be legalized for medical purposes.
D. Marijuana can be used to treat insomnia
_____39. Which among the following claims would you give for a claim of policy?
A. Marijuana pertains to major parts taken from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica
plant such as seeds, dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds.
 B. Marijuana has adverse effect if it will be used for recreational purposes.
C. Marijuana should be legalized for medical purposes.
D. Marijuana can be used to treat insomnia
_____40. Norse mythology of Europe was the inspiration of Victor Magtanggol, an action-fantasy
series of GMA Network. What text development has been used in crafting this story?
A. Hyperlink B. Intertext C. Analysis D. Context
_____41. James Joyce used the modern context of “The Odyssey” in his very famous novel
“Ulysses.” It is an example of _________________________.
A. Hyperlink B. Intertext C. Analysis D. Context
_____42. Which among the following would you utilize to show relationship between or among
texts that happens when a writer or speaker explicitly or implicitly pertains to an idea or passage
found in another text without the use of quotation?
A. Allusion B. Pastiche C. Quotation D. Retelling
_____43. Which of the following denotative definitions is correct based on how the word “file” is
used in the sentence below?
“Bridget will file her certificate of candidacy for SK Chairman on April 21, 2023.”
A. Folder or box for holding loose papers
B. Line of people or things one behind another
C. Collection of data or programs stored in a computer’s memory
D. Submit a legal document to be placed on record by the appropriate authority
_____44. What is the nature of the underlined transition in the given sentence?
“A total lockdown in the entire city was implemented, so several businesses
had stopped operating for a month.”
A. Addition B. Cause and effect
C. Comparison D. Time
_____45. “Jeremiah is happy because he gets good grades.”
Based on the given statement above, which question from the list below is explicit?
A. Who is Jeremiah?
B. Where is Jeremiah?
C. What did Jeremiah feel after seeing his grades?
D. What did Jeremiah do to be able to get a good grade?
_____46. “Tears fell from Rhianne’s eyes when her teacher announced the honor students.”
Based on the statement above, which question from the list below is implicit?
A. Why did Rhianne cry?
B. What was announced?
C. Who announced the honor students?
D. What was the name of the girl who cried?
_____47. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A. Hypertext is usually read linearly.
B. A link may stock the reader to only a brief sentence, to a paragraph, or to whole pages of
new text.
B. The user follows a link from its source to its destination, usually by clicking on source
with the mouse.
C. Hypertext refers to "links" on a computer screen that, when inactivated, will bring the
reader immediately to a new site of text, audio, and video.
_____48. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about hypertext?
A. All textual information is easily presented in a linear form.
B. A hypertext environment gives the learner control over paths of learning.
C. Hypertext allows readers to analyze information from multiple perspectives.
D. As the learner uses hypertext, they determine the focus or center of an investigation by
choosing to move outside the limits set up by the author's navigational structure.
_____49. Which of the following transitional devices would make the sentence logically correct?
“The underpass was flooded _____________________________ continuous rains.”
A. consequently B. due to C. however D. since
_____50. Which of the following sentences shows the correct usage of a transition signal?
A. Since Donna was the last to leave class, she was the first on the bus.
B. Mrs. Vista will accept late homework; however, she will take points off of the grade.
C. No one expected so many people at the evacuation area; furthermore, we ran out of food.
D. The Grade 11 class finished the test early; indeed, they were allowed to read quietly
 before the bell.
_____51. All characteristics are true about claim of fact EXCEPT _____________________________.
A. Argues about the definition of something
B. Argues for or against a solution or policy
C. Argues whether something is a settled fact
D. Something that can be proven or disproven with facts
_____52. Which of the following question is intended for claim of policy?
A. What action can be taken? B. Is it right or wrong?
C. Is it true or untrue? D. Is it a yes or no?
_____53. Which of the following DOES NOT describe hypertext?
A. It is a text displayed on a computer display or other electronic devices with references to
other text that the reader can immediately access.
B. It permits the readers to create their own meaning out of the material given to them and
learn better associatively.
C. It is a linear way to present information and is usually accomplished using “links”.
D. It allows readers to access information particularly suited to their needs.
_____54. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hypertext?
A. The text flows in a straight line through a book.
B. Hypertext has a different way of presenting information than the usual linear form.
C. It acts as a bridge between two basic, opposite, and complementing elements: free and
shortcut
D. In a hypertext system, the reader is free to navigate information by exploring the
connections provided.
_____55. How would you improve the sentence below?
“I walk to the store and bought milk.”
A. Change “walk” to “walked.”
B. Remove “and” and change it to “but.”
C. Delete the pronoun “I” and replace it with “me.”
D. Insert “Although” in the beginning of the sentence.
_____56. How would you express your question to ask for an information?
A. Mr. Pineda, excuse me, are we there yet?
B. Hmmm, I guess, you are not with us, aren’t you?
C. Marsha, are you joining the class exhibit tour tomorrow?
D. What do you think is the easiest way to get to the train station on time?
_____57. Which of the following questions would you ask yourself to formulate a claim of value?
A. What action can be taken? B. Is it right or wrong?
C. Is it true or untrue? D. Is it a yes or no?
_____58. Which among the following claims would you give for a claim of value?
A. Marijuana pertains to major parts taken from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica
plant such as seeds, dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds.
B. Marijuana has adverse effect if it will be used for recreational purposes.
C. Marijuana should be legalized for medical purposes.
D. Marijuana can be used to treat insomnia.
_____59. If you were asked to create intertextuality, which of the following would you suggest?
A. “Love Story” by Taylor Swift was described as one of the modern versions due to its
lyrics of Romeo and Juliet.
B. “Clueless” was the basis of Iggy Azela’s music video “Fancy”.
C. “Harry Potter” was originally written by J. K. Rowling
D. None of the above
_____60. In the statement, “No man can write a single passage to which a parallel one may
not be found somewhere in the literature of the world,” what does Alfred Tennyson mean
about intertextuality?
A. It is present in almost all the texts that have been written.
B. It is synonymous to originality.
C. It affects selected writers only.
D. It exists in limited texts.