THIRD QUARTER EXAMINATION IN READING AND WRITING

Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. If you were to tell a story, which pattern of paragraph development would you use?
A. Description C. Narration
B. Definition D. Problem- Solution
2. Which written text involves sensory images to figure out something?
A. Description C. Narration
B. Definition D. Problem Solution
3. When giving the full meaning of a certain topic, which pattern is applicable?
A. Description C. Narration
B. Definition D. Problem Solution
4. What pattern presents the reasons and possible results of an event?
A. Description C. Narration
B. Cause and Effect D. Problem Solution
5. What pattern shows similarities and differences of two subjects in a paragraph?
A. Comparison and Contrast C. Narration
B. Cause and Effect D. Problem Solution
6. What section mentions an overview of the problem, the why of the problem, and who should be concerned
about the problem?
A. introduction C. middle section
B. conclusion D. exposition
7. Which text focuses on presenting points of view and seeks on encouraging its readers to accept a particular
argument or act in a way?
A. Persuasive C. Cause and Effect
B. Problem-solution D. Comparison and Contrast
8. Which pattern of development would best suit a text that aims to discuss the taxonomy of a group of fossils
that were recently discovered by a paleontologist?
A. Comparison and Contrast C. Narration
B. Classification D. Problem Solution

Fill in the blanks with the correct transitional devices. Write the letter of the correct answer on your
answer sheet.
a. So b. due to c. First d. when
e. where f. second g. lastly h. Similarly

During my younger years of being a diligent worker, I would spend at least 10 hours working in the
office
and I would even bring home some paper works. Until, one day, I was brought to the hospital 9.
______________ I experienced more anxieties. My attending physician told me that I collapsed 10.
______________ stress 11. __________, I started to follow my doctor’s advice. 12. ________ to spend at least
three times a week for exercise. 13. __________ Another is to take stock of internal stressors I could control.
14. _____________ is to use meditation techniques whenever I felt overwhelmed and to make sure that I got
sufficient rest. Lastly, is to take time to do things I enjoy. 15. _____________, to develop some hobbies during
leisure time to divert attention from stressors and eventually, to establish a more balanced life.

16. "Let me tell you about my unforgettable experience when I was a child." This line is a part of the
___________ of a narrative.
A. end B. middle C. beginning D. conclusion

17. What aspect of writing is used to create unity in organizing ideas in a text?
 A. Coherence B. Cohesion C. Organization D. Mechanics
18. What properties of a well written text is used to show the steps in a science experiment?
A. Coherence B. Cohesion C. Organization D. Mechanics
19. The following are examples of transitional devices that indicate opposition, limitation and contradiction
except for?
A. On the other hand B. On the contrary C. Furthermore D. In spite of
20. Which of the following is referred to as specialized language used by groups of like-minded individuals?
A. slang B. euphemism C. jargon D. idiom
21. Fill in the blank with the connecting word that best joins the two thoughts. We received the payment a week
after its due. _____, you will be charged a late fee.
A. Finally B. In short C. Therefore D. In contrast
22. Which of the following sentences shows the correct usage of a transition signal?
A. Mrs. Vista will accept late homework; however, she will take points off of the grade.
B. The Grade 11 class finished the test early; indeed, they were allowed to read quietly before the bell.
C. Since Donna was the last to leave class, she was the first on the bus.
D. No one expected so many people at the evacuation area; furthermore, we ran out of food.
23. What is the nature of the underlined transition in the given sentence? “You need to be quiet so he can
sleep.”
A. Time B. Addition C. Comparison D. Cause and effect
24. ‘Vertically challenged’ is what example of language feature?
A. jargon B. slang C. idiom D. euphemism
25. 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.
26. These are certain words or phrases that serve the purpose of connecting two statements.
A. Coherence B. Cohesion C. Topic Sentence D. Cohesive Devices
27. Which of the following sentences has a precise and clear language?
A. Killer sentenced to die for the second time in ten years.
B. The movie is a classic example of a horror movie because it incorporates all elements of a horror
film.
C. He is an interesting individual.
D. The practice of the theory of politics is studied in the classroom but political habits on campus do not
seem to benefit from such labor.
28. What correct end punctuation are you going to use to complete the sentence: Why did you call me ___
A. period B. comma C. exclamation D. question mark
29. Which of the following sentences is asking for information?
A. Marsha, are you joining the class exhibit tour tomorrow?
B. Mr. Pineda, excuse me, are we there yet?
C. Hmmm, I guess, you are not with us, aren’t you?
D. What do you think is the easiest way to get to the train station on time?
30. It is one of the properties of a well-written text that means being able to describe the technical aspects of
writing which focuses more on the specificity and clarity for words that you use – spelling, punctuation,
capitalization, etc.
A. mechanics B. organization C. language use D. coherence and cohesion
31. Which of the following statements is an example of a claim?
A. Ruiz believes that change has come.
B. Filipinos need to exercise their right to vote.
C. Annie thinks that we should have a universal health care.
D. All of the above
32. The following are characteristics of a good claim EXCEPT
A. argumentative and debatable C. interesting and engaging
B. specific and focused D. fun and entertaining
33. Jeremiah is happy because he gets good grades. Which question from the list below is explicit?
A. Who is Jeremiah? C. What did Jeremiah feel after seeing his grades?
B. Where is Jeremiah? D. What did Jeremiah do to be able to get a good grade?
34. What specific claim asserts some empirical (experience/ observation-based) truth?
 A. claim of fact B. claim of value C. claim of policy D. claim of judgment
35. Tears came out of Rhianne’s eyes when her teacher announced the honor students. Which question relative
to the given scenario is implicit?
A. What was announced? C. What was the name of the girl who cried?
B. Who announced the honor students? D. Why did Rhianne cry?
36. Coronavirus is now classified as a pandemic. What type of claim is this?
A. claim of judgment B. claim of policy C. claim of value D. claim of fact
37. All characteristics are true about claim of fact EXCEPT
A. Something that can be proven or disproven with facts
B. Argues about the definition of something
C. Argues for or against a solution or policy
D. Argues whether something is a settled fact
38. Which of the following types of claims leads to action?
A. claim of judgment B. claim of policy C. claim of value D. claim of fact
39. Which of the following question is intended for claim of policy?
A. What action can be taken? C. Is it true or untrue?
B. Is it right or wrong? D. Is it a yes, or no?
40. Which among the claims is 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.
41. In claim of policy, which modal verb should not be used?
A. have to B. should C. must D. could
42. Giving vaccines to children without sufficient scientific studies is wrong. What specific claim is the given
statement?
A. claim of value B. claim of policy C. claim of cause D. claim of fact
43. This question is intended for claim of value.
A. What action can be taken? C. Is it true or untrue?
B. Is it right or wrong? D. Is it a yes, or no?
44. Which is not the reference of claim of value?
A. philosophy B. fiction C. ethics D. belief
45. Which among the claims is a claim of value?
A. Marijuana pertains to major parts taken from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plants such as
seeds, dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds.
B. Marijuana has an 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.
Write the letter of the word which completes the statement. Use a separate sheet.
A. Result E. action
B. evaluation F. judgment
C. emotion G. problem
D. bad H. ethics
46. Claim of value appeals to __________.
47. Words like good or __________ allow us to recognize claim of value.
48. Claim of value is also called __________ because it persuades the readers to decide whether to value or not
an argument.
49. Morality, philosophy, belief, or __________ are references of claim of value.
50. Acceptance and rejection must be done with claim of value after the argument undergoes thorough
comparison and __________.

Prepared by: Checked by:

1. C 21.C 41.D
2. A 22.A 42.A
3.B 23.D 43.B
4.B 24.D 44.B
5.B 25.C 45.B
6.C 26.D 46.C
7.A 27.B 47.D
8.B 28.D 48.F
9.E 29.D 49.H
10.B 30.A 50. E
11.A 31.D
12.C 32.D
13.F 33.C
14.G 34.A
15.H 35.D
16.C 36.D
17.A 37.C
18.C 38.B
19.C 39.A
20.C 40.B