Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF PAMPANGA
TINAJERO NATIONAL HIHG SCHOOL-ANNEX
Second Quarter Exam in Reading and Writing Skills

Name: __________________________________________ Score: __________________________

Grade & Section: _________________________________ Date: ___________________________

Directions: Read carefully each statement and choose the letter of the correct answer. DO NOT CHEAT. If caught
cheating (in any form), your examination for this subject will be void automatically.
_____1. It is defined as the social, cultural, political, historical, and other related circumstances that surround the text
and from which it can be better understood and evaluated.
A. Intertextuality B. Hypertextuality C. Context D. Hypermedia
_____2. It is a non-linear or multi-linear, non-sequential, nodal, and allows for the reader’s navigations control.
A. Intertextuality B. Hypertextuality C. Context D. Hypermedia
_____3. It is defined as comparing the meaning of a text by another text. It deals with the influences between language,
images, characters, themes or subjects depending on their similarities in language, genre or discourse.
A. Intertextuality B. Hypertextuality C. Context D. Hypermedia
_____4. A subtle or indirect reference to another text, historical period, or religious belief.
A. Allusion B. Quotation C. Parody D. Adaptation
_____5. An imitation of another text for satirical purposes; usually to mock.
A. Allusion B. Quotation C. Parody D. Adaptation
_____6. A direct reference to another text with an acknowledgment of its composer.
A. Adaptation B. Appropriation C. Quotation D. Allusion
_____7. A reworking or re-imagination of a well-known text to change, or extend its meaning.
A. Adaptation B. Appropriation C. Quotation D. Allusion
_____8. A film, TV drama, or stage play that is based on a written work.
A. Adaptation B. Appropriation C. Quotation D. Allusion
_____9. This refers to presentation of reasoned argument that evaluates and analyses what a person has read.
A. Critical Writing B. Critical Reading C. Creative Writing D. Literary Analysis
_____10. The following are features of critical reading EXCEPT:
A. Examine the evidence or arguments presented C. Examine the interpretations made
B. Check the limitations of the study’s design D. Check the meaning of the literary devices used
_____11. Evidence is a major aspect of critical reading. This refers to the data collected and presented in a text.
However, it encompasses more than collected data. Which of the following can be considered as evidence?
I. Context within which data were collected or created
II. Steps in the analysis process
III. Conclusions drawn
IV. Writer’s opinion
A. I, II, III only B. I and II only C. III and IV only D. I, II, III, IV
_____12. These are declarative sentences that claim something is true about something else.
A. Assertions B. Facts C. Evidence D. Claims
_____13. The details given by the author to support his/her claim. It can include facts and statistics, opinions from
experts, and personal anecdotes.
A. Assertions B. Facts C. Evidence D. Claims
_____14. This refers to the argument or statement that opposes the thesis statement. This is usually present in an
argumentative essay to invalidate the opposite viewpoint and make it look weak.
A. Counterattack B. Counteract C. Counterclaim D. Countercharge
_____15. In the statement “Parents are at fault for the obesity epidemic here in the Philippines,” what counterargument
can be best used?
A. The government is more at fault for the obesity epidemic because it should implement programs that
nourish children.
B. Children themselves are more at fault because they choose the food that they eat.
C. People themselves are more at fault because discipline is necessary to be healthy.
D. None of the above
_____16. The statement “This must be taken seriously because the diet of the children is important especially for their
growth.” is under what claim?
A. Claim of Fact B. Claim of Policy C. Claim of Value D. Counterclaim
_____ 17. When an author claims in the argument that something should be implemented, this claim is called _____.
A. Claim of Fact B. Claim of Policy C. Claim of Value D. Counterclaim
_____18. A statement that can be proven objectively by direct experiences, testimonies of witnesses, verified
observations, or the results of research.
A. Fact B. Opinion C. Convention D. Preference
_____19. Statements that can be verified by reference to historical precedent, laws, rules, usage, and customs; may be
verified by dictionaries and encyclopedias
A. Fact B. Opinion C. Convention D. Preference
_____ 20. When an author persuades readers, something is important, this claim is called _____.
A. Claim of Fact B. Claim of Policy C. Claim of Value D. Counterclaim
_____19. Based on facts, but is difficult to objectively verify because of the uncertainty of producing satisfactory proofs
of soundness
A. Fact B. Opinion C. Convention D. Preference
_____20. Based on a personal choice; therefore, they are subjective and cannot be objectively proven or logically
attacked.
A. Fact B. Opinion C. Convention D. Preference
_____21. When an author states in the argument that something is true, this claim is called _____.
A. Claim of Fact B. Claim of Policy C. Claim of Value D. Counterclaim
_____22. Different, specific parts or characteristics that stand out from the rest included by the authors to help the
readers understand the information better
A. References B. Inferences C. Text Features D. Evidences
_____23. A phonetic representation of a word usually located in parentheses after the word has appeared in the text
A. Caption B. Pronunciation Guide C. Cross Section D. Index
_____24. A picture of an object with part of the side dissolved; partially revealing the inside
A. Cross Section B. Cut Away C. Inset D. Diagram
_____25. Located at the back of the book that contains specific topics, events, names, and terms listed in alphabetical
order with page numbers; more specific than the table of contents.
A. Glossary B. Description C. Index D. Table of Contents
_____26. It is a recorded data prepared by researchers after analyzing information gathered by conducting organized
research.
A. Narrative Report B. Analytical Report C. Research Report D. Audit Report
_____27. The following are guidelines for writing a research report EXCEPT:
A. Be objective
B. Minimize the use of technical language
C. Use present tense & passive voice
D. Treat the data confidentially
_____28. It summarizes the whole research report including the methodology, hypotheses, procedures, and findings.
A. Summary B. Conclusion C. Recommendation D. Abstract
_____29. It gives the reader the necessary background and information to understand the study by citing the
investigations and findings of previous researchers.
A. Background of the Study B. Review of Related Literature C. Introduction D. Statement of the
Problem
_____30. These are questions that are related to the topic which will be answered through the data gathered.
A. Background of the Study B. Review of Related Literature C. Introduction D. Statement of the Problem
_____31. This part introduces the problem of the study. It gives a glimpse of what the study is all about.
A. Background of the Study B. Review of Related Literature C. Introduction D. Statement of the Problem
_____32. This part condenses the previous sections, briefly presents the results of the hypotheses.
A. literature review and discussion C. research summary and conclusion
B. research problem and title D. research abstract and recommendation
_____33. It discusses the complete mathematical procedures used in analyzing the data and determining the
significance of the results.
A. data analysis B. research problem C. hypothesis D. statistical treatment
_____34. It is the term used for specialized or technical language that may only be understood by those who are
members of a certain group or who perform a specific trade.
A. Application B. College C. Jargon D. Letter
_____35. Which part of college admission application letter do we state the benefits of why should the school consider
our application?
A. Conclusion B. Body C. Introduction D. Salutation
_____36. Which part of the letter do we impress our reader by telling them about our interest to study in the university?
A. Conclusion B. Body C. Introduction D. Salutation
_____37. What is the standard font style and font size is used in writing the letter?
A. Arial, 7-9 B. Calibri, 7-9 C. Arial, 10-12 D. Calibri, 10-12
Directions: Read the paragraph below and determine the implicit and explicit information.

My uncle’s spaniel took great interest in the first Apollo space flight. Every few minutes, he’d run
eagerly towards the television set, look underneath and behind it, and trot back to sit at his master’s feet. It
took us some time to realize that the exploratory missions of Roger, the spaniel, were in answer to the oft-
repeated “Roger” in the astronaut’s exchanges with Earth (Benneth 2012).

38. Implicit Information: _____________________________________________________________________________

39. Explicit Information: _____________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Write FF if the statement is a Fact or Figure, EO if it is an Experts’ Opinion or PA if it is a Personal Anecdote.
_____40. It takes one to exercise his/her will to support the nation’s battle in order to win and overcome this pandemic.
_____41. According to psychologists, they worry about the rapid spread of the virus, but they are more anxious about
the psychological effect it may cause to people as this prolongs their agonies.
_____42. Reports on some misbehavior observed in different places in the country have added to the problems the
government is facing.
_____43. As of April 20, 2020, the number of confirmed cases globally has reached 2,160,207 with a 6.76% mortality
rate.
_____44. Discrimination among us front liners especially in the medical field lowers our morale while sacrificing our lives
to save others.

Directions: Rewrite the following using the proper mechanics in writing a letter.
45. brigham young university _________________________________________________
46. engineering building (eb) room 330 _________________________________________________
47. prov out 84602 _________________________________________________
801-442-2586 _________________________________________________
48. bachelor degree _________________________________________________
49. electronics and communications engineering _________________________________________________
50. yours sincerely _________________________________________________

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