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PRE- FINAL EXAMINATION
SEPTEMBER ___, 2017
FIRST SEMESTER S.Y. 2017-2018
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NAME : ____________________________________ LRN: ______________________________

STRAND& SECTION : ________________________ TEACHER: _________________________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
 Read each instruction carefully
 Using of friction pen and pencil are STRICTLY prohibited
 Avoid ERASURES
 Use black ball pen only
 Wrong spelling is wrong

I. READING COMPREHENSION:
DIRECTION: Read the two passages carefully and answers the questions below. Write the letter of the correct
answer on the space provided before each number.(2pts.)

Garlic in the kitchen spice- rack is said to work as a therapeutic substance. Ancient herbalists
believe that the repugnant characteristic of garlic and its pungent odor has strong links to its medicinal properties. Its
antibacterial and antifungal properties has been noted by the Chinese as early as 300 B.C. Ancient medical texts
also mention using garlic to dissolve internal blood clots and promote circulation. Even if garlic expands its domain
from the spice-rank to the medicine cabinet, it is the same indispensable herb being sautéed in the in the frying pan.

_________ 1. Which of the following is false?

a. Garlic has a pungent odor and has repugnant characteristic.

b. Garlic cannot be used for cooking anymore.
c. Garlic is used both in the kitchen and in therapeutic field.
d. Both a and c

_________ 2. What did the ancient medical texts say about garlic?

a. It contains substance essential to dissolve internal blood clots.

b. It has a very distasteful and offensive odor.
c. Garlic is discovered by the Chinese people.
d. Garlic is the only herb used in medicine.

_________ 3. What is the best title for the passage above?

a. Garlic: The Cooking Companion

b. Garlic: The Well-liked Spice
c. Garlic: An Indispensable Spice and Therapeutic Substance
d. Garlic: The Medical Herbs

_________ 4. Which of the following statements is true?

a. Garlic is not widely used nowadays.

b. Herbalists during the ancient times believe that characteristic of garlic has very weak links.
c. Its anti- bacterial properties had been noted by the Japanese
d. Garlic is said as a therapeutic substance.

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 Most linguists agree that language is a form of communication in which symbols are used to
represent ideas. Human language involves both verbal and written symbols. Both spoken and written languages
provide young humans with the basics for survival and reproduction. Humans have available to them a record of the
experiences of all who lived before them. Thus, humans do not have to experience everything themselves but can
benefit from what others have learned. Humans can use that accumulated knowledge as a basis for their personal
discoveries. In this way, knowledge keeps building upon itself and the species as a whole benefits.

_________ 5. Most linguists agree that language is a form of communication in which

a. Sounds are used to represent ideas c. sounds and signals used to represent ideas
b. Symbols are used to represent ideas d. none of the above

_________ 6. Human language involves

a. Verbal symbols c. both verbal and written symbols

b. Written symbols d. none of the above

_________ 7. Which of the following statements is true?

a. Linguists believe that language is a form of communication

b. Humans have available to them a record of the experiences of all who lived after them.
c. Only the written language provides young humans with the basics for survival and reproduction.
d. Both b and c

_________ 8. Human can use their accumulated knowledge

a. As the basis of their understanding c. both a and d

b. As the basis of their levels of comprehension d. as the basis for their personal discoveries

9-10. What is the best title of the passage? _________________________________________________________

II. CONTEXT CLUES: DIRECTION: Determine the meaning of each underlined word using Context clues.
Write the letter of the correct answer on the space provided before each number.

_________ 1. The witness gave a wrong statement. The lawyer refuted it.
a. disapproved b. changed c. erased

_________ 2. Let us be inquisitive. Let us ask questions why things are done this way on that way.
a. accurate b. smart c. questioning

_________ 3. The meticulous professor checked the test paper himself. No wonder, there was not a single error in
the scoring.
a. bright b. careful c. intelligent

_________ 4. A good leader should be cognizant of the numerous issues that affect his constituents.
a. aware b. uninformed c. confused

_________ 5. You tell his innate characteristics, not the acquired ones.
a. bad b. inborn c. good

_________ 6. The dean is a gregarious person, always seeking and enjoying the company of others.
a. happy b. sociable c. strict

_________ 7. The laborers were given an intensive training before they were allowed to work on the allocate
project.
a. more serious b. easier c. enjoyable

_________ 8. A wise dictum can guide a man’s actions and thoughts.

a. saying b. argument c. judgment

_________ 9. The manager was amazed at the speed in which the new employees worked.
a. surprised b. disappointed c. frightened

_________ 10. The teacher’s temper rose when she saw the unkept room.
a. dirty b. clean c. neat

_________ 11. The events in the school are simultaneous.

a. at different times b. at the same time c. at a later time

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_________ 12. The mayor ordered the building demolished.
a. burned b. improved c. torn down piece by piece

_________ 13. If you do not want to wreck your life, keep away from drugs.
a. strengthen b. ruin c. beautify

_________ 14. The rebels were repelled by our men.

a. Insulted b. shocked c. driven back

_________ 15. Defeat did not dampen her spirit, for she was tough.
a. Make wet b. depress c. dry

III. WORD PUZZLE: DIRECTION: Look for different words that is related the in past lesson. Encircle the words
horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Then, use the word to supply the answer on the statement below. Write
your answer on the space provided before each number. (2 points).

E V I D E N C E D E N S O N P T
N P E R S U A S I O N G L N O Y
C M A A M M H E L R E V O L S N
Y S A D T O S A Y W Y I H I I O
C M A A M G L O R Y T E M Y S T
L E V O L O V E S A S X O U T S
O J O U R N A L N K M P M O I E
P G G G U D A A M I A L A U O N
E U L N U T L O V T Y O G G N I
D Y A S O P U P P E K R A N P Z
I S D E X G F S S S O E N A A A
A S S E R T I O N A O A D T P G
I L O V E Y O U S O B H Y T E A
M A A M M A L A B A N A N M R M

__________________________ 1. It is an essay that presents an opinion about an issue or entails using all of
your persuasive skills and devoted to a discussion on both sides of an issue.
__________________________ 2. It influences the audience to take action or to believe as you do it.
__________________________ 3. It is an opinion that people may or may not agree with.
__________________________ 4. It is advice to read widely about the topic in doing a position paper.
__________________________ 5. It is a proof to strengthen the author’s claims.
__________________________ 6. It is a process of making something clear to support the author’s stand
__________________________ 7.
__________________________ 8. Examples of credible resources
__________________________ 9.
__________________________ 10.

IV. VOCABULARY WORDS: DIRECTION: Match the unfamiliar words in column A with its meaning in Column B.
Write a capital letter of your answer on the space provided before each number.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

______ 1. Mortal A. shaking slightly especially because of nervous

______ 2. Pundits B. marked by, conducive to
______ 3. Sanctuary C. a very large number of insects moving together
______ 4. Myriad D. a place where someone or something is protected
______ 5. Companionable E. ghosts, o the spirits moving of dead people
______ 6. Specters F. certain to die
______ 7. Valiant G. a very large number of things
______ 8. Tremulous H. people who know a lot about a particular subject
______ 9. Swarm I. glowing with light
______10. Lucent J. used to describes someone
K. having or showing courage

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V. POSITION PAPER: DIRECTION: Read the sample position paper carefully then answer the worksheet below.
(25 points).

THE CONFEDERATION OF PHILIPPINE EXPORTERS FOUNDATION

(CEBU) INC. (PHILEXPORT CEBU)
on the
Petition for Wage Increase by Labor Groups in Region VII
INTRODUCTION
PHILEXPORT CEBU is the umbrella organization of all the export sectors based in Cebu. It represents the (8)
major export sectors of Cebu that includes Electronics, Industrial Goods, Furniture, Seaweed, Food, Fashion
Accessories, Gifts Toys and Housewares and Garments. Cebu exports represent more than 10% of the total
Philippine exports. In 2004 alone, Cebu exported more than US$4.15 billion and posted a 13.1 % increase in
2005, hitting an all-time high of US$4.7 Billion.

BACKGROUND
Once again, the larger labor groups based in Central Visayas have field two petitions last March 1 and May 22,
2006, for an across-the-board wage (ATB) increase with the office of Regional Tripartite Wage and Productivity
Board in Region VII (RTWPB-7). The labor groups are asking for ATB increases of Php 75 and Php 95.00.

The bases of the above mentioned petitions are: 1) extraordinary increase of prices of basis commodities, 2)
inflation rate of 6.5%, and 3) their calculated living wage of Php 664.00 per day for a family of six.

Assertion Evidence Explanation Is the argument valid?

Why or why not?

VI. ANALYSIS: DIRECTION: Read the given issue below. Write your stand whether you are in favor or
against the issues and then explain your answer. (10 pts.)

1. Issue : Cycling for commuting to work or school

Stand : ________________________________

Explanation : ____________________________________________________________________

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2. Issue : Political dynasties

Stand : ________________________________

Explanation : ____________________________________________________________________

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 GOOD LUCK AND GOD BLESS GRADE 11 

- Ms. Gloria C. Artillaga, Ms. Melody Ann L. Revelar and Mrs. Myrna M. Malabanan

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