COMPOSTELA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Compostela, Compostela Valley Province

Senior High School Department
3rd Quarterly Examination (2nd Sem-S.Y.2019-2020)
Reading and Writing

NAME:________________________________ Grade11/Section/Strand: ___________________ DATE:__________________ Score: __

Multiple Choice Test
Instructions: Read each statement/ question carefully and choose the best answer. Write the letter of your answer on your one half-length wise.
1. A writing that provides information about one or more topic. It informs, explains, expounds, and interpret.
a. Narrative b. Descriptive c. Expository d. Persuasive
2. A writing piece meant to persuade.
a. Narrative b. Descriptive c. Expository d. Persuasive
3. It is the act or process of narrating or telling a story. It involves action, characters, and a theme.
a. Narrative b. Descriptive c. Expository d. Persuasive
4. A writing uses sensory with rich and vivid details that appeal to man’s five senses.
a. Narrative b. Descriptive c. Expository d. Persuasive

(For items 6-13) identify what type of writing in each statement. The choices for these items are:

a. Narrative b. Descriptive c. Expository d. Persuasive

5. “The sunset filled with the entire sky with the deep color of rubies, setting the clouds ablaze” - A
6. “Yesterday, a beggar found a leather purse that someone had drop in a market place.” - B
7. Global warming is a serious threat to earth, causing many harmful effect on the environment. - C
8. “Once upon a time, there lived a little, named Snow White. She lived in her aunt and uncle because her parents were died.”- A
9. “Apply to get early access to our product.” - D
10. I am forty years old, rather tall and I have blue eyes and short hair. - B
11. It is important for kids to eat vegetables. It will help them grow healthy, and strong. - D
12. “I had seen little of Holmes lately. My marriage had drifted us away from each other.”- A
13. “Guaranteed results or your money back.” – D
14. Advances in science and technology have made the use of "green" energy possible. - C
15. It is an individual or group activity. Ideas are gathered and listed from the input of every member.
a. mapping b. research c. brainstorming d. free writing
16. In this technique under brainstorming, you will go to the library or check websites on the internet.
a. mapping b. research c. brainstorming d. free writing
17. Another form of brainstorming that allows someone to work without inhibitions.
A. mapping b. research c. brainstorming d. free writing
18. Another way of brainstorming is to list topics, then make sub list of things you could write about each topic.
a. cubing b. listing c. mapping d. free writing
19. An outline that that uses phrases only. There are no sentences and verbs.
a. Outline b. basic outline c. sentence outline d. topic outline
20. An outline that provides more information. Every idea should be written in a complete sentence.
a. Outline b. basic outline c. sentence outline d. topic outline
21. Uses visual symbols that expresses thoughts, ideas, knowledge concepts, and the relationship between them.
a. Bubble organizer b. graphic organizer c. hierarchical organizer d. topical organizer
22. An organizer that allows writers to map out ideas.
a. Bubble organizer b. graphic organizer c. hierarchical organizer d. topical organizer
23. A type of organizer where it is used to classify a group of people according to ability or to economic, social, or professional standing.
a. Bubble organizer b. graphic organizer c. hierarchical organizer d. topical organizer
24. The writer assembles facts to clarify a concept or to use anecdotes to illustrate point.
a. Narrative b. classification c. definition d. exemplification
25. It is concerned with events and actions.
a. Narrative b. classification c. definition d. exemplification
26. The writer breaks down a concept, idea, a process, or a thing into major parts or categories.
a. Narrative b. classification c. definition d. exemplification
27. It appeals to the five senses.
a. Narrative b. classification c. description d. exemplification
28. The writer finds out the root cause and analyzes it effects.
a. Cause and effect b. comparison and contrast c. problem-solution d. persuasive writing
29. The writer looks for similarities and differences between two different persons or things.
a. Cause and effect b. comparison and contrast c. problem-solution d. persuasive writing
30. A property of well-written text that sentences are arranged in a logical manner or stick together.
a. Coherence and Cohesion b. Organization c. Language Use d. Mechanics
31. One way to brainstorm is to do a listing. Which of the following statements about listing is true?
a. When you list, you write down every idea you can think of that is related to the problem or task.
b. When you list, you write down all the good ideas that you have for solving the problem or task.
c. When you list, you should be sure to spell every word correctly.
d. When you list, you only write down the ideas that will solve the problem the fastest.
32. Which of these brainstorming techniques is a visual way to get your ideas down on paper?
a. Mind mapping b. Listing c. brainstorming d. freewriting
33. A good composition has organization. It has beginning, middle, and end. The beginning _____ the topic.
a. summarizes b. introduces c. discusses d. interprets
34. Which of the following is the correct form for the title of the book?
a. Merchant of venice b. merchant of Venice c. Merchant of Venice d. merchant of venice
b.
35. Which of the following complimentary close is correct?
a. Very truly yours, b. very Truly yours, c. very truly Yours, d. Very Truly Yours,
36. What do you call a shortened form of words and phrases?
a. abbreviations b. acronyms c. short cut d. phrase
37. Which of the following is the correct abbreviation for Professor Benjamin A. Gonzales?
a. Pro b. Profess c. Prof. d. Prf
38. Which of the following is the correct writing of an address?
a. Prk., 7-Matahimik St. Pobla., Compostela
b. Prk 7 MATAHIMIK ST. POB. COMPOSTELA
c. Prk. 7 Matahimik St., Pob., Compostela
d. Prk7 Matahimik St., Poblacion Compostela
39. Which of the following is a correct in formal writing of a professional title?
a. Juan Cruz, lpt b. Juan Cruz, Lpt c. Juan Cruz, LPT d. Juan Cruz, Lic. Pro. Teacher
40. Which of the following is a correct writing using figure and letter combination?
a. Beth lives at 7 10th Street b. Beth lives in 7 10th street. c. Beth lives in 7 10TH St. d. Beth LIVES on 7 10th St.,
41. What the correct format in writing a date in a letter?
a. Jan. 19, 2020 b. January 19, 2020 c. january 19, 2020 d. 01-19-2020
42. What transitional expression is used in this line, “My brother is taller than I am, but he is older too”
a. Comparison b. Contrast c. Cause & Effect d. Degree
43. Analyze the contrasting words. Sad:Happy :: ______:Love.
a. Hate b. Jealous c. Lust d. Envy
44. It is the human ability to acquire and use complex systems of communication.
a. Language b. Expression c. Command d. Aesthetic
45. Find the error in this phrase. From the poem “Invictus”

“ i’m the master of my fate, I’m the captain of my soul” no error.

1 2 3 4 5
a. 2 b. 4 c. 1 d. 3

46. Read the passage

“The inside of Bill's refrigerator was horrible. On the top shelf was a three-week old carton of milk. Next to it sat a
slice of melon that had started to get moldy. To the right of the melon sat the remains of a macaroni and cheese
dinner that had been served a week earlier. On the shelf below was a slice of cake from his sister's birthday party.
Though there was food, none of it was edible.”

What arrangement of thing is used in the passage?

a. Chronological Order b. Spatial c. Emphatic d. Step-by-Step

For 47-50 items refer to the following answers from the guest when taking room service. Match the following questions to their possible
answers to achieve connectionism or a unified text.
a. I want poached egg.
b. Continental breakfast, please.
c. This is Uzziah of room 202 and I’d like to order food for breakfast.
d. Precisely! Thank you.
47. May I repeat your order Sir? You order a continental breakfast with poached egg and macchiato drink. Did I get your order right Sir? - D
48. Room Service Department, this is Netanya Keli, good morning? How may I help you? - C
49. What kind of breakfast Sir? Is it Continental Breakfast or Full English Breakfast? - B
50. Which do you prefer Sir? Hard-boiled egg, poached egg, sunny side-up, or scrambled egg? - A
 Republic of the Philippines
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Division of Compostela Valley
COMPOSTELA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL DEPARMENT
Center Stage of Education Performance
Compostela, Compostela Valley Province
FIRST QUARTE EXAM
Table of Specification
Subject: Reading and Writing
Teachers: Kenny Paul V. Obeja

Prepared by: Kenny Paul V. Obeja

Content /Topic/ Competency No. of Percentage No. of Easy (60%) Average Difficult Total
Session Items K/C (30%) (10%) S/E
AP/AN
Describes a written text as 4
connected discourse
Techniques in selecting and 12
organizing information
Patterns of development in 12
writing across disciplines
Properties of a well written 4
text
Total 28 50