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ee ee on VER NCBTS TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS (TOs) Specialization ‘| ENGLISH | BOOK 2 Published by LORIMAR Publishing inc. a a Comprehensive LET Reviewer Based on the NCBTS and Table of Specifications (TOS) Specialization - ENGLISH Book 2 This LET Revi lake the LET pass i national percentages __ from 15% to 36%. to 85%! In other we LET examinees pass Increase your « 1, Engage your ee who prepare which they a They are the the LET com Regulation Ci 2. Master the co the practice t best of your « Hf you w to yourself. Refer to the A if after ¢ didn’t get all some more. R the point of ¢ in this Reviev references, After fur and answer 1 competency, y 3. Learn to shad don’t know ho shading with ¢ 4, Develop your Filipino in Ge English. If yo chances. 5. Most of all sraduation, pre complete, appl of required do which happens LET applicatio Prepare months b devoted to serious stu “no pain, no palm; nc You can’t afford it, make a promise an Copyright, © 2015 DR. ELVIRA S. BALINAS DR. JOSEPHINE S. CUNANAN MR. DENNIS G. INFANTE MS. JENNIFER O. PENILLA MRS. YOLANDA C. VALENCIA be DR. JESSE M. BALINAS and LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. ISBN 971-685-813-6 Published by LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. -=6 Aurora BING., cor. Boston Street, Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila Tel, Nos, 721-2715, 727-3386, 723-1560. Cellphone No. 0918-5375190 Fax (632) 727-3386 Coser design by Ronnie Llena Martinez All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, mimeographing, cor by any information and retrieval system, without written permission from the copyright holder. ‘To purchase adeitonal copies of this Reviewer, cal LORIMAR PUBLISHING, INC. ‘Tel. Nos. 721-2716 + 723-1860 + 727-3086 + CP No. 09185375190 Teletax (832) 727-3386. Ask for Julie or send e-mail to [email protected] ~Gomorehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 sro. Manila S-5375190 fed in any form or Sng. mimeographing, 1 from the copyright hoo.com PREFACE This LET Reviewer is prepared to help you pass the LET. Mind you, not all who take the LET pass it, In fact, majority of those who took the LET since 1996 failed. The national percentages of passing the LET published in the national daily newspapers ranged from 15% to 36%, This means that the mortality rates have been very, high ~ from 64% to 85%! In other words, for every ten (10) examinees, 6 to 8 examinees fail. Only 2 to 4 LET examinees pass. Increase your Chances in Passing the LET! This is how. 1, Engage yourself in a review that is focused on the LET competencies. This LET Reviewer in the Specialization — English Book 2 will be of great help. There are some who prepare blindly for the LET 10. Which Readi 11. Don, speak comn be in: under A. ex B. re Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 Lor adds words 123 and 123, Ficulty does he ing difficulties hild to respond words clearly, riners” and use d formulating use reading ide pupils how or note-taking, ry aids, repeat open-ended than closed ry sd and impress sysical sense. in everyday relationship anding letter’ does she suffer ing strategies 8. Which of the following statements does not describe correctly the given illustration of miscue analysis? E Text: The parachute did not seem to be working Child read aloud: The film did not seem to be working. Miscue record: fila The parachute did not seem to be working. A. There is no graphic similarity, _C. It is semantically correct. B. It is syntactically incorrect. D. Itis syntactically correct 9. Which of the following characterizes a “strategic reader"? A. Refers to the dictionary when an unfamiliar word is encountered in the text B. Chooses reading materials that are easier to read C. Previews a selection and rereads difficult passages D. Refiains from taking notes while reading 10. Which of the following statements accurately describes the Bottom-Up Model of Reading? A. Suggests that the reader constructs meaning from all available sources B. The primary focus of instruction should be the reading of whole selections C. Reading is driven by the text, not the reader. D. The emphasis is on comprehension, not decoding. IL, Don, a grade three pupil finds it difficult to relate his thoughts and feelings through speaking and writing. He may find it hard to recall the right word and may try to communicate using gestures and sound effects. When he does speak it will often be in short phrases or sentences which may show incorrect grammar or tense. After undergoing diagnosis, Don is found to suffer from A. expressive disorder C. auditory processing disorder B. receptive disorder D. phonological difficulty a eee Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 2 14. ENGLISH for SPECIFIC PURPOSES 2.1 Apply content-based principles and strategies in developing language proficiency for specific disciplines Which of these words is an example of slang? A. Spyware “¢. Ammo B. Goalie D. Scrub suit Which among the list of activities below should be least prioritized or used in an ESP class? A. Simulation C. Case Studies B. Feasibility studies D. Research Which item is an example of an ESP needs analysis? A. Psychoanalysis C. Advocacy Analysis B. , Material-based Analysis D, Target Situation Analysis The following statements characterize ESP in the context of English language teaching, EXCEPT. A. itis designed to meet specified needs of the leamer B. itis related in content to particular disciplines, occupations and activities C. itis centered on the language appropriate to those activities in syntax, exis, discourse, semantics, ete., and analysis of this discourse D. itis in contrast with General English Which is a jargon of academe? A. Pedagogy C. Deficit B. Leverage D, Bureaucracy Which is an example of a course for English for Ocoupational Purposes (EOP)? A. English for Counseling B. English for Classroom Application CC. English for Technicians D. English for Social Advocacy 20, 2 LAI 34 Whi seco Whi lang goal use | BI ng language jor used in an siish language activities sax, lexis, ses (EOP)? ‘Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book2 5 18, Slang expressions are any of the following EXCEPT ‘A. expressions that are not considered standard in the speakers language or dialect B. considered acceptable in certain social settings C. widely used in informal and formal speech and writing D. very short and momentary expreysions 19. Which of the following written outputs does NOT qualify as a product of English for Academic Purposes (BAP)? A. Annual Reports C. Laboratory reports B. Financial reports D. Thesis abstracts 3. LANGUAGE CURRICULUM FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS 3.1 Exhibit clear understanding of the design, development, and dissemination of a language curriculum 20, Which of the following K 10 12 features of English language teaching in secondary level is NOT true? A. Focus on common areas of difficulty in grammar B. Sequential teaching of language forms C. Common errors included in standard and international English proficiency tests D. Use of literary and informative texts 21. Which approach to language teaching anchors on the behaviorist assumption that language Icarning is the acquisition of a sct of correct language habits and whose goal is to use the target language communicatively, overleamn it, so as to be able to use it automatically? A. Grammar-Translation Method C. Suggestopedia B. Direct Method D. Audio-Lingual Method ‘Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 22. 24, 26. The curriculum goes through the stages of curriculum planning, curriculum implementation and curriculum evaluation; the production of instructional materials falls under A. curriculum planning and implementation B. curriculum planning and evaluation C. curriculum planning D. curriculum evaluation ‘An important step in ensuring the relevance ofthe instructional materials to the rest of the curriculum is to keep a list of A. policies issued by DepEd B. visions and mission of the school C. goals and objectives of the curriculum D. curriculum standards Which type of syllabus is given examples by the following activities: writing notes and memos, reports, agendas, letters to companies, and reply letters? A. Situational syllabus. C. Task-based syllabus B. Grammatical syllabus D. Topical syllabus Which is NOT a goal of K to 12 language teaching in the secondary level? A. To link life, literature, and language and to integrate themes, texts, and tasks B. To gain mastery of language forms and rules of usage C. To hone independent study strategies through prescribed tasks. D. To use differentiated instruction to accommodate varied leamers' strategies The primary aim of second language teaching using the audiolingual method is A, reading comprehension C. literary appreciation B. vocabulary development D. oral proficiency 29. 30, 31: Ateacl de ad fol gin gop The K EXCE > is | us fox A plat contai the tor A. co B. cu Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book2 7 curriculum astructional to the rest writing notes level? sts, and tasks val method is 27. 30. Which of the following concepts is/are correctly defined? 1. Acurriculum includes the philosophy, purposes, design and implementation of a whole program. IL. A course is an integrated series of teaching learning experiences, whose ultimate aim is to lead the learners to a particular state of knowledge. IML A syllabus is the specification and-ordering of content of a course or courses. A. Torily™ CLtl B, Monly D.1, HL A teaching practice which is compatible with Communicative Approach is one that ‘A. derives and makes explicit the grammatical rules of the language B. addresses the needs of the target learners C. follows the listen-speak-read-write sequence of skills D. gives priority to oral proficiency The K to 12 language teaching in secondary school can be deseribed as follows EXC. it A. is literature-based and genre-focused B. uses literary and informative texts C. uses culminating performance tasks D. focuses on common areas of difficulty in grammar Newspaper articles, advertisement, radio announcement, cte, in the real world when used in the classroom situations are classified as A. authentic materials D. audio-visual aids B. mass communication materials _ E. recycled materials A plan of what to be achieved through the teaching and learning process which contains the course description, objectives, the prerequisites, the requirements, and the topics to be taught is the. A. course outline C. course syllabus B. curriculum guide 8 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 32. Which of the following DOES NOT characterize the direct method of language 36, The as teaching? ‘ comm A. Itallows errors and these errors are addr .ssed by self-correction. A. dis B. The teacher illustrates and demonstrates meaning. \ B. so C. The target language is used as an auxiliary/support language. D. The language is viewed as spoken than written, i 33. The content of the language teaching in this type of syllabus is a collection of I specific abilities that may play a part in usin language, Which is referred to? C. Content-based syllabus D. Notional-funetional syllabus A. Skill-based syllabus B, Task-based syllabus 34, ‘The Teacher uses a contemporary and highly relevant song in presenting a lesson on conditional clauses. She provides activity sheets in which students indicated their regretful experiences and the possible outcome had they not done a certain regretful act. Then, the students were assigned in pair to share with a partner what they have written. The use of the song, the worksheet, the pair group. the teacher and the students’ talk are provisions of which hypothesis in Krashen’s Monitor Model? A. Affective Filter C. Comprehensible Input B. Monitor Output D. Natural Order THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE 4. INTRODUCTION TO LINGUISTICS 4.1 Demonstrate understanding of the structural aspect of language; i.e., phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmaties 35, Which conversational maxim is violated in this utterance? In the classroom, the students are noisy; the teacher spoke loud, “Class, {really appreciate your behaving quietly today. You see we can smoothly and clearly discuss our lesson.” A. Quality C. Relation B. Quantity D. Manner a _ 39. 40, Al. Whit A. Ho B. Sac The st A. pra B. sen Mary refers word? A.De B.An What fishen vow> od of language s collection of, e ferred to? ating a lesson :dents indicated ; done a certain ba partner what wip. the teacher ‘en's Monitor ITERATURE aspect of semantics, fe classroom, the ce your behaving esson.” Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book? 9 38. 39. 40. 4 . The aspect of communicative competence that deals with the appropriate use of communication and coping strategies is known as ‘competence, A. discourse C. grammatical B. sociolinguistic D. strategic Which generalization in the area of. phonology can be drawn from the following linguistic datamtable, attack, can, paper, space, accordion? A. Avoiceless stop is aspirated if it begins a syllable of a stressed vowel. B. A voiceless stop iSaspirated if it follows a stressed vowel. C. A voieetess stop is aspirated if itis in between a consonant and a tense vowel. D. A voiceless stop is aspirated if itis in between a stressed vowel and a voiced consonant. Which of the following has a glottal segment? A. Hot C. Mat B. Sad D. Dam The study of illocutionary acts is an area of A. pragmatics C. morphology B. semantics D. syntax Mary thinks that she is the only girl who can sing the song. Obviously, “she refers to Mary, What concept in referential semantics explains the italicized word? A. Deixis C. Coreference B. Anaphora D. Prototype ‘What truth relation is exemplified in this pair of sentences: “Sentence A: The fisherman caught a fish.” “Sentence B: The fisherman caught a milkfish.”? A. Sentence A presupposes Sentence B. B. Sentence B presupposes Sentence A. C. Sentence A entails Sentence B. D. Sentence B entails Sentence A. 1 [ae ee a5 4) Coinprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~Englsh Book 2 morpheme in each of the following linguistic 4. divert? B. Lexical i C. Grummatiest tree mor fea! bound morpheme Way dogs the word “ake” when pi initiz ive segmenl, initial afffie we 8 | voleed consonant oiceless stops. words “per” say” and “sew Pho vowels ft A, high} {-high! and [-low] B. [tow] D. [tense Let's surveil the ne surveil is an example of A. svat ere Formation 2. derivation D. clipping 1 ervor in the following sentence: “The boys’ in the What is the morphologt camp exercises are hell in the mosming.” used in the noun [boy] B. The derivational morpheme is used before the inflectional morpheme. C. Two inflectional morphemes ate used in the head noun of the noun phrase. roctional morpheme is used before the derivational morpheme. of a noun para B.A determiner and y compone: C. A noun phrase must a quantifier or a verb phrase before a head noua, D. Anna in the noua pi y be Follo% 48. 49, In the follow AL no B. 0b Which values A ily B. De Ameri Filipin Ameri What « A. Re B. Ex » Afters husbat AL Mi B. Re What water’ AL Tt BOWL Ct Dt linguistic p phrase determiner, ot 4B 49, Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book2 11 In the phrase structure rules, a prepositional phrase consists of a preposition, followed by a. Be A. noun, C. noun phrase B. objective pronoun D. clause Which is @ sense property in whighawo words have the same sense, or same values for alf of their semantic features? Example: “teaches” and “instructor” A. Hyponymy ©. Anaphora B. Deixis D. Synonysity American: Are you a Filipino? Filipino: Yes, Jam American: So you must be @ nurse. What concept explains the conversation above? A. Referent C. Prototype B. Extension D. Stercorype After supper, the wife asked the husband, “Should I get you same ice cream?” The husband responded, “Am I diabetic?” What conversational maxim is violated? A. Manner C. Quality B. Relation D. Quantity . What can be said about a polite expression such as, “Can you give me a glass of water?” A. Ibis an indirect illocutionary act B. Itis a ditect illocutionary act. C. itis an implied locutionary D. Itis a non-literal locutionai Se 2 42 53. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 Apply concepts and principles of language learning, teaching and language use in specific contexts for language acquisition and learning In second language acquisition, what is the route to pidginization and fossilization of errors? a a Nativization and assimilation Nativization and accommodation Denativization and assimilation Denativization and accommodation pope ‘Teacher Betty justifies the inclusion of grammar in her lessons. According to her, it should be an integral part of the curriculum, What theory of second language acquisition explains Teacher Betty’s justification? Nativization Mode! Accommodation Theory Communicative Language Teaching Monitor Model chop ‘Teacher Judy examines the reading selection that she will discuss in her class. She teads the selection to check whether the language and vocabulary might be too difficult for the students to understand? What theory explains this? A. i+] hypothesis, C. Readability test B. Scaffolding hypothesis D. Emergent literacy ‘A Filipino family migrated to the US. After 5 years, the child’s accent is typically Filipino. He did not learn the accent of the Americans. When his mother was asked why his son did not acquire the accent and facility to communicate in English, the mother responded, “He didn’t want to mingle with other children in the US. He was always at home.” What explains this phenomenon? A. Accommodation theory C. Discourse Theory B. Monitor Model D. Nativization Model 37. 58. 59. 60. 61 Whiet discus A. Te str B. Te pr C. Te D. Te str The g and ct study teachi A. Gi B. N Whick teachi Teach also t of the AC B.D Teach active follov AC B.C Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book? 13 teaching and juisition and on and fossilization s. According to her, of second language uss in her class. She pulary might be too his? "s accent is typically js mother was asked cate in English, the en in the US. He was 37. 58. 59. 61 Which of the following classes promotes the desired learning environment discussed in the learning-acquisition hypothesis of Monitor Model? A. Teacher Judith teaches substitution drills after a discussion on grammatical structure. B. Teacher Michael conducts speech choir, emphas' pronunciation C. Teacher Ben shows a news cliffrom CNN and asks students questions. D. Teacher Fovely tells the class to write a letter following the correct format and structure. ing correct intonation and ‘The goals of this language teaching approach are lea grammar, vocabulary and culture. Teacher is the authority. He/She makes use of translation, deductive study of grammar, memorization of vocabulary. Which approach of language teaching is described? A. Grammar-translation approach _C. Community language leaming approach B. Natural approach D. Direct approach Which of the following does NOT justify the use of communicative language teaching? A. Within a social context, people need to perform certain tasks and functions B, Students perform well in class, but they are unable to perform communicative tasks outside the classroom, C. Within a social context, people need to develop their cognitive abilities through authentic texts and content in language. D. Students need to develop communicative competence as they enhance their linguistic competence. Teacher Mary leamed in her graduate degree class that language learning could also be a result of cognitive processes, or the act of knowing something. Which of the following is a result of this principle? A. Content-based instruction C, Peripheral learning B. Desuggestopedia D. Total physical response Teacher Peter uses small group games and tasks; he also asks students to actively listen to music, songs, or any conversation in the class. Which of the following explains Teacher Peter’s practices? A. Cognitive code approach C. Counseling-learning approach B. Communicative approach D. Task-based English language teaching Hea ee Se 14 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 activities 67. Inv Teacher Minnie reads about desuggestopedia. Which of the followis is a practice of desuggestopedia? : AT A. Drills and substitution drills « B. Language games and quiz bees Bt C. Doing tasks such as writing letters, composing poems. and watching movies P D. Role play é Ci o D.T sitive transfer” in interla A. A Filipino student constructs a sentence in English: “Beautifal is Mau pronounces “ba ant writes a sentence: “The book is new.” 63, Which of the following illustrates “ 68, Who ino stu conteeily C. A Filipino seu D. A Piliping student tells “We ate pish (fish) last night” 69. ar, and shame that may hinder 64. The teacher considers feelings of anxiety, ‘ion. Which method can help the teacher address this second aca B.C concern’ GH Ae CLICLE D. B. Task-bas hing C. Communica teaching, oer 70. Whi D. CBI hat if the students in school would force their habit of © manner they speak Kapampangan, including accent ic believes in English in and vocabulary, it might lead to fossilization of errors and eventually lead to a 43 Bra linguistic phenomenon known as sock A. codemixing C. depidginization B. codeswitching D. pidginization 7. Whe 66. In which class is codeswitching allowed? A. Audio-lingual class C. Grammar-transtation class B, Communicative classroom D, TBLT OP = owing activities aching movies, e chat _ may hinder sachet address. this ee their habit of including accent ontually lead to a chs 67, 69. 70. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 LS. In which class is CLIL practiced?” A. The class visited a muscum in order to create a brochure pronmoting focal tourism. B, The class was divided into small groups in order to brainstorm on a topic for process writing. C. The teacher used an authx tice task fr D, The teacherised graphic organizers to aid comprehension oun performance. What is an indicatio of hypothesis testing in language tearing paration ©. input D. Unerance Which of the following is a manifestotinn of covert grammar te A. Audio lingual method B, Communicative fanguage teaching C. Task-based iamguage teaching D. Sitent way Which of the following supports English for Specific Purposes? > Competency-based od 8. Organizational compet Draw implic: sociolinguisties te lange: ish? What is the implication of A. Students cannot distinguish any difference in the different varieties of the language. B. Students may still understand different va C. Students should not be given d 1. Students will find i hard dts , of the English lan aiftioee variety oF the English amguage. 16 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 72. Based on principles of first language acquisition, which of the following should be 76, Which taught first to students? A. Th A. Plural regular C. Present progressive 20 B. Possessive D. Simple present | B, i | 0 a | c. Th 73. In first language acquisition, the following are consideFéd Tanguage developmental | : milestones during the pre-linguistic stages, EXCEPT | 3 Bs | A, babbling C. gying 1 20 B. cooing D. echolalia t 74, What semantic change is reflected in the word “queer”? “A queer ease was solved 7 aes by Sherlock Holmes.” “He is such a queer.” ae A. Lo A. Association C. Pejoration i B. Lo B. Metaphor D. Taboo C. Pe D. Po 5. STRUCTURE OF ENGLISH 78, Which ‘5.1 Demonstrate the understanding of grammatical concepts by A. Ma being able to describe and analyze the form, meaning and use B. Ba of various language structures 79. The 75, Which of the following sentence/s is/are incorrect? aa ‘A. The safety of students while on a schoo! field trip is something for which teachers are responsible for. B. The safety of students while on a school field trip is something for which teachers are responsible. C. The safety of students while on a school field trip is something which teachers are responsible for. D. Sentences B and C Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book? 17 ollowing should be 1age developmental ecr case was solved I concepts by ” paning and use ping for which hing for which hing which teachers | 76. Which of the following sentences is incorrect? 71. 8. 79. 80. A. The infamous attack on the World Trade Center happened on September 11, 2001 B. The infamous attack on the World Trade Center happened on 11 September 2001 C. The infamous attack on the World Trade Center happened on I]"* of September;-2001 D. The infamous attack on the World Trade Center happened on 11 September, 2001 Noun phrases joined by and are plural. This rule does not apply when and is followed by not. Which of the following statement is CORRECT? Love and not hate makes the world go round. Love and not hate make the world go round. People and not policy is the focus of his analysis. Policy and not people are the focus of his analysis. yow> Which of the following quantifiers modify plural nour A. Many C. Every B. Each, D, Many a The following statements are TRUE about sentence structure EXCEPT A. Two words (Iexis) that belong to the same category (lexical category) can. substitute each other in a sentence. B, Each word has a limitless range of possible functions. C. There are restrictions on how the words can combine to form grammatical phrases. D. Lexical categories can expand into bigger strings of words called ‘phrasal categories.” ‘The word “off” functions as an adverbial particle in which structure? ‘A. Their on and offrelationship _C. Off with yout B. We put it off too long. D. You're off the hook fa ce a SS ee 18 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 81. Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment? 88. Whict A. They fought €. The boy and the gil’s uncie 7 A.Th B. A family just moved in B. Quitit B. Th c. Th 82. In which of the following sentences does the verb “he” (is) femetion as the intensive D.Th verb or copula? : ‘A. Don is annoying. ~" ©. Don is annoying me. 89. In Ch B. Don is fooling out of control around D. Don is w A. Th 83. Which of the following are “optional constituents” of this sentones? “The Kind B. Th history teacher surprised us with an extraordinary reward.” at \. Kind, history, teacher ©. Kind, teacher, reward D. Th R. King, surprised, extraordinary D. Kind, history. extraordinary 90. Whiet S4, Which of the following is the correct definition of a “phrase”? fe A, A sequence of words that can funetion as a sentence con: B. Sn *B. A sequence of words that contains only 2 subject and no predicate Cc. Su C. Ascquence of words that contains only a predicate and no sebject D. Di 91. Whict 85. Which of the following CANNOT function as #7 e verbs? perfec A. Make c.Tem cae B. Seem Remain BoA at 86. What is the function of the underlined constituent in the following sentenee on dreads wild animals in the zoo" pa DA A. Obligatory Complement C. Indirect Object B. Optional Modifies D. Optional Complement pti a7 ptional Complemer ere 87. Which of the following statements best qualifies as a “complex” sentence? A. At B. Po A. Don’t make any comment unless you are fully aware of the issue B. {didn’t start this dispute and f don’t want to have anything to do with it C. You can wallow in your miseries or you ean start over and move on, D. Jen likes her now house. but she doesn’t | dj Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book2 19 88. Which of the following sentence structures is “syntactically ambiguous”? A. The mayor invited all city hall employees to his birthday dinnei. B. The columnist writes feature articles on antique writing desks. C. ‘The man with a tall hat sits rather uncomfortably at the dinner table. the iatensive D. The valet looks imposing in his purple velvet vest 89, In Chomsky structure” refer Transformational Grammar, to what does a sentence’s “deep A. The version of a sentence that we articulate and hear B. The outward form of a sentence C. The final stage in the syntactic representation of a sentence D. The abstract representation of a sentence The kin 90. Which of the following concepts is NOT a concer of syntax? A. Lexical categories B. Smaller units called constituents, CC. Structural analysis D. Distribution and function 91. Which of the following statements is TRUE with regard to the use of the present perfect tense? A. Astatement which was true in the past and still relevant to the present B. Acstatement which was true in the past but no longer. or not necessarily, true at the moment of speaking C. Astatement which was true, or an action which was completed before anot! past action D. Astatement which became true in the past 92. Which of the following types of words does NOT fit into the category of determiners? A. Articles C. Prepositions B. Possessives D, Demonstratives ne? with it. 20 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 93. Which of the following sentence/s depict’s a dative case? 99. Whi |A. Marga gave a donation to charity. a B. The charity received a donation from Marga. AR C. The university accepted an award from the accrediting organization. B. Pe D. Sentences B and C are dative. > ae 100. This s 94. The following are basic simple sentence patterns in English EXCEPT _ a A. subject + verb - B.M B. subject + verb object cM C. subject + verb+ indirect object* direct object DM D. subject + object* verb 6. INTI 95. The following are linguistic mechanisms that Halliday and Hassan (1976) point in 61 order for texts to have cohesion EXCEPT A. reference C. substitution B. ellipsis D. genre 101, Whic 96. What lexical process is exemplified by the following? : i Jo removed dust from the desk. = Jo dusted the desk. a A. Compounding . Polysemy DT B. Conversion D. Derivational affixation ct 97. Which of the following is grammatical? 102. Whiet ‘A. The burglar lurked. Alt B, It fascinated the alarm clock ut C. don’t like these books. B. It D. Anyone who is @ good friend must be trustful cit ar 98. The following sentences are considered ungrammatical EXCEPT a ‘A. William has bought it last Sunday. 103. Whic B. I’m believing you. - C. Help! I will fall. ae D. Janice has lived with her parents for ten years. é o Dd. _ = — Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book2 21 nization, EPT san (1976) point in 99. Which approach to grammar refers to the structure of language as it is actually used by speakers and writers? : A. Reference Grammar C. Descriptive Grammar B. Pedagogical Grammar D. Prescriptive Grammar 100. This sentence structure contains a“Gitransitive verb group”. Max had replied to my letter. Max has tuned a subtle shade of red. Max hates huge spiders. Max is giving his boss a headache. vamp 6. INTRODUCTION TO STYLISTICS 6.1 Use the conceptual framework and schema of linguisties and ature in understanding literary language 101. Which is a correct description of motif in literary writing? ‘The main insight, central idea, or universal truth found in a literary work An image or idea repeated throughout a work or several works of literature ‘The element of surprise in a work of fiction, such as twist ending The writing style adopted by the author which is revealed in his/her word choice sapPp 102. Which of the following defines stylistics correctly? A, It deals with expressive means which secures the desirable effect of the utterance, B. Itis the study of literary discourse from a linguistic orientation. C.- It explicates the message to interpret and evaluate literary writings as works of at D. Itis the study of language structure, sounds, and meaning. 103. Which of the following best illustrates the figure of speech “understatement”? “That's wrong, Poe.” (Addressing somebody who does not know the answer) “[ think our comments differ slightly.” (“I do not agree with you at all.” “L'm so thirsty [ could drink a pail of water.” “That sounds not intriguing.” im i popp 22 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 104. What stylistic device was employed in “And breaths were gathering sure/For that last onset, when the king’Be witnessed in his power” (Emily Dickinson)? : A. Paradox . Antithe: B. Irony D. Oxymoron 105. In stylistics parlance. which term refers 1 the_appropriatencss of a work to intended subject, genre. and.audience? A. Diction C. Point of View B. Tone DP. Decorum 106. Which of the following excerpis is an example of the figure of speech paradox” 4. “The child is father of the man.” ¢{Wordsworth) “ 5. “G hateful love, o loving hate! L bum and freeze iike ice!” (Shakespeare) B (C. ~Atthe drunkard’s funeral, four of his friends carried the bier.” D. “Don’t we all love peace and hate war?” 107, What figure of speech did Nathaniel Hawthorne use in making Rev. Dimmesdaie |__ metaphorically dim as the novel progresses while making Chillingworth have a "chilled hea: A. Symbol C. Allasion He B. Charactonym D. Pun H 108. Which of the following exemplifies the device “allusion”? HM A. Shakespeare is literary titan A B. Death, be not proud C. Philippines, O, Pearl of the Orient D. Not yet, Rizal. not yet 109. What techniques were used in the excerpt “Sea nymphs hourly ring his knell/ Ding-dong. Hark!/Now I hear them—Ding-ong bell”? A. Consonance and’ rhythm CC. Assonance and thyme B. Onomatopoeia and rhyme D. Onomatopoeia and assonance 110. What device did Ovid use in the excerpt “And Icarus, his son, stood by and = he was dealing with his downfall! Stood by and To boy will, always/ Whenever a father tries watched him/ Not knowin; watched, and raised his shiny f to get some work done”? A. Flashback C. Frame Story B. Foreshadowing D. Epiphany an oe Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book? — 23 ing sure/For that jickinson)? “ss of a work to of speech ‘kespeare) “Rev. Dimmesdale at orth have a yy ring his knell! onance - son, stood by and all’ Stood by and caever a father tries TL. What device did N. V. M. Gonzales use in the excerpt “Afler Longos River, the wail 10 Mauhiaw climbs the Hill of the White Cows and for ten kilometers or so wanders about the rolling cogon country before finally entering the woods. nly then may one get glimpses of the sea, heart-warming pictures framed in by nacbrava and dao trees. Mauhaw Bay itself comes after woods, the windin: wait. after the resinefragrant winds that strum the buri leaves as though these itais.” 7 C. Allusion Local Color D. Personification Ha Tit device did Alexander Pope use in the exceep! “Here thou, great Anna, three realms obey? Dost sometimes counsel take, and sometimes tea”? A. Oxye Clr B. Paradox D. Anticlimax ar APERARY € 7 7.4 Demonstrate understanding of the basic approaches te problems in critical theory from the classical to medern times ay apaiied to iiterary works Wh xy theory can give a meaningfid criticism of the following poem? "Hope" is the thing with feathers - That perches in the sout - And sings the tune without the words - ‘And never stops - at all - And sweetest » in the Gale - is heard - And sore must be the storm - That could abash the litte Bird ‘Thai kept so many warm - Fd it in the chillest and - 12 sirangest Sea - ver - In Extremity, ked & crumb - of me: A. New criticism ©. Naturalism B. Realism D. New historieism 114. Which of the follow A, Secu! B. Avsthetic and social D. Divine and spivieual - wg is the focus of medieval literary period? 4 individualistic C. Mundane and symbolic pen Ta 24 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book 2 115, Which of the following does NOT characterize deconstruetive reading of text? 121. Whiet A. Authorial intention fallacy renders meaning uncertain. : AB B. Language is a fixed system of signs. : C. Atext is 2 combination of multiple shades of contradicting meaning BA D. Itis a reading which analyses a text's critical difference from its intended meaning, : = ies - th 116. Which is an example of the error deus ex machina? Dott A. The protagonist saw and talked to God. co B. The antagonist changed and turned to God. C. The conflict is related to religion. 122. Which D. The plot ended with divine-intervention like way. on B. In 117. Which of the following is NOT true? a ‘A. Romanticism emphasizes human subjectivity and imagination CN B. Post-modemism is highly structural, objective and empiricist Dz In __ C- Realism draws from the objective and referential aspect of language and art. the ~ , The Renaissance movement brought about the other-worldly disposition in art and Titerature 123, What Colon 118, Which of the following is NOT tue? AL Li ‘A. Marxism as a literary theory rejects the idea of “art for art’s sake.” B. Lit B, Formalism is criticism for meaning. c. Lit Dz Lit C. New Criticism promotes close reading and interpretation. D. Psychoanalytic theory in literature attempts to interpret symbols in literature, 119, Which is known as the science of interpretation? A. Hermeneutics C. Literary appreciation B. Textual exegesis D. Documentary analysis, 125. Which 120, Which of the following does NOT allow intertextual reading of literature? model A. Feminism Criticism C. New Criticism A. Ne B. Marxism Criticism. D. Post-Colonial Criticism B. Ne Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 25 © reading of text? 121. Which of the following is vatid in the context of the science of interpretation? A. Every individual's preconception and prejudice is destructive and unproductive in the reading and analysis of texts. : meaning, B. A person cannot factor out his prejudices but he can compromise and find @ om its intended common ground between his prejudices and the author’s historical horizon. Prejudices are productive becaise they allow rich and valid interpretations of the significance of literary texts. D. Truth is always what the reader thinks, and not what the author attempts to convey in the text 122. Which of the following may be accepted by a Reader-Reception critic’ A. All interpretations and meanings are correct. B. Interpretations should ultimately be aligned with the author's intention, not the reader's perception. C. No interpretation can be objective, truthful and accurate, D, Interpretations are governed by the language and convention of the text, and the literary competence of the reader. ation. ‘cist. language and art, ly disposition in art What is common among the following literary criticism theories: Marxism, Pos' Colonialism. Gender and Feminism, New Historicism? Literature is a product of an ideology or social constructs, Literature affects human behavior in a given society. Literature is independent from other texts and factors external to the text. Literature is a creative. pope -nbols in literature, 124. Which of the following can be the subject matter of humanism literature? A. Eaith C. Sacred B. Poverty D. Salvation 12S. Which is characterized by a re-examination and imitation of the classical f literature? models, literary styles and values of the ancient Greek and Roman authors? go A. Neoclassicism C. Renaissance B. Neo-Platonism D. Romanticism, ism 26 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 126. 127, 129. Which movement reacted against the stylistic excess and superfluous artistry and omamentation of Renaissance writers? A. Neoclassicism ©. Aestheticism B. Realism D. Romanticism Which literary movement is characterized by logical thinking and freedom which ate vital in making choices that relate to moral and social choices? A. Enlighienment C. Renaissance B. Neoclassicism D. Romanticism Which was characterized by two broad events: French Revolution and the Industrial revolution? A. Humanism revolution C. Post-Modernism B. Moder period D. Renaissance period In which literary period was poem analysis done within the framework of human Subjectivity and its expression and exaltation of mature? A. Naturalism C. Realism B. Neoclassicism D. Romanticism hall 1 compare thee to a summer’s day?” This sonnet from William Shakespeare may be interpreted in terms of its allusion to the beauty of nature, its metaphor, and the feelings that nature and human nature evoke upon the reader. Which literary movement advocates this critical approach? A. Empiricism C. Realism B. Neoclassicism D. Romanti . Which literary movement is characterized by the avoidance of what is fantastical, imaginary, and mythical or supernatural? A. Naturalism C. Realism B. Neoclassicism D. Romanticism 132, 134, 136, This mor or impro all social studied A. Anim B. The C. The F D. The F . The follo A. itcon conte B. itemy social €. item chara D. itis f past Which and expe environ A. Nature B. Neoel As an ex of the me detailed n the litera A. Enligh B. Magic Known a against re A. Aesthe B. Classic erfluous artistry and z and freedom which oices? Revolution and the framework of human oanet from William he beauty of nature, eure evoke upon the roach? oidance of what is Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 27 ‘This movement adheres to the requirements of probability and shuns impossible or improbable literary subjects and themes, with characters and, incidents from all social strata, included. Which of the following literary selection can be studied using this critical theory of Realism? A. Animal Farm by George Orwell B. The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck C. The Houseof the Spirits by Isabel Allende D. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins ‘The following characterize realism, EXCEPT A. it considered the human experiences of the present time, and the topies from contemporary life rather than longing for some idealized past idual as a B, it emphasized the social rather than the individual or seeing the indi social being C. it emphasized logical reason, and empiricism in the presentation of events and characters D. itis focused on contemporary life, and not about some classical events in the past Which emphasizes the hereditary psychological components of characters and experimenting the connections ‘between human psychology and external environment? A. Naturalism C. Realism B. Neoclassicism D. Romanticism As an extreme form of Realism, which literary movement emphasizes the use of the methods of the physical sciences and principles of causality, using highly detailed methods of description to present the natural occurrences of things in the literary text? A. Enlightenment C. Naturalism B. Magic Realism D. Romanticism Known as the era of “decadence,” which literary movement was a reaction against realism and naturalism, and highly structured poetry? A. Aestheticism C. Enlightenment B. Classi D. Symbolism BRP EEE EEE EEE EEE EEE EEEEH 28 Comprehe LET Reviewer Spacialization - English Book 2 138, 140." 41 Which literary movement rejected the idea that language was referential, or that the significrs automatically refer to their accurate signified? EE Read the poe Then sa A. Naturalism C. Realism And he | B. Posi-Modernisin D. Symbolism ‘ Wihen to Though Which literary movement emphasizes a more=suggcstive, allusive, and va hate connotative language that woistd’ enrich and evoke feelings of awareness and satan acsthetic experience? Trough A. Naturalism © Realism y B, Post-Modernism D. Symbolism oa Like sho He thes Which literary movement states that art exists for its own sake, or for the sake a sine of beauty, disregarding moral or political considerations. and advocating the He grind freedom of art from didactic, educational, and moralistic functions? nates A. Aestheticism C. Renaissance ‘ B. Humanism D. Structuralism 142. Which he/she Which literary movement would give productive interpretations and criticisms of Jose Garcia Villa’s comma or punctuation poems? ALAN B. Thi “in, my, undream, of, death, an |, unspoken, th, Word. Cth Since, nobody, had, dared, ho With, my, own, breath, D. Th |, broke, the, cord! lov A. Acstheticism CC. Structuralism B. Realism D. Symbolism 43. The fo Which characterized hermeneutics during the Middle Ag beet B. itp A. Interpretation became significantly important in the field of religion. Gia B. Invention of literary forms gave rise to the science of interpretation in oe texts Hae C. Meaning became terribly difficult in literature. D. Philosophical ideas were so abstract that people had to invent the science of interpretation. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 29 ential, or that ve, allusive, and of awareness and he. or for the sake nd advocating the ons? sand criticisms of of religion. erpretation in secular pent the science of Read the poem below then 142 ‘wer question no. 142 ‘Then sald Almira, Speak to us of Love And he raised ris head and locked upon the pecpl, and there fel a stitness upon them, An wth a greal voice he said ‘When fove bexkons to you, follow hi, Though his ways ate herd and steep ‘And when his wings enfod you yi to igo ‘Though the swacdchitden among hs piniohi ay wound you. ‘And when he speaks to you believe in him, Though his voice may shatter your dreems 6s the north winé lays waste the garden. For even 2¢ love crowns you 89 shall he ervey you. Even as ne Is for your gromth so is he for your pruning. Even as he ascends o your height and caresses your tenderest branches thet quiver inthe sun So shall he descend to your roots and shake them in ther clinging fo the earth Like sheaves of com he gathers you unto himeett He threshes you to make you raked He sits you fo fee you tram your husks He grinds you to whiteness He kneads you unt you are plant: ‘And then he assigns you this sacred fre, that you may become sacted bread for God's sacred feast Which of the following is a potential meaning from a feminist literary critic he/she reads the poem? A. A woman has selfless dreams for humanity B. The poem justifies the patriarchal idea that a woman is the symbol of love and affection and the laws of nature. C. The poem presents a universal uth and symbol that a woman must learn how to respect her husband D. The poem presents a woman as the object of love, a martyr for the cause of love presented as man. The following are post-colonial critical approaches, EXCEPT A. it analyzes how a superior culture influences an inferior community B. it pushes for the appreciation of the literary creativity of the post-modern era C. it recognizes how history shaped the lives and beliefs of people of a former colony D. it studies the impact of colonial culture upon 2 community through literature 38 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 144, Which of the following is NOT a process or principle of formalist criticism? Pace vioree os ths : : 7 Artis d A. Close reading and non-intertextual interpretation are approaches in the study Perens B. Literary c of literary texts f during the B. Defamiliarization creates the literary experience. ce tases C. Meaning is the essence of literature para D. The dominant quality and literary device shape the nature and form of D. The text i ext i literature. the world 145. Intertextuality believes that : 2 150. Which appro A. accurate meaning can be achieved through close reading of the text itself frameworks, : B. heteroglossia or multiple meanings does not exist, nor can accurate or valid interptetation be possible C. heteroglossia or multiple meanings exist D, meaning is the sole responsibility of the author; therefore, interpretation should be aligned with what the author meant in the text A. Hermenet B. Post-struc 15]. The idea of which prineip 146. Which of the following is NOT true about signs? A. Reading i ‘ by the tex A. Ieonie signs-the signifier resembles the signified B. The reade B. Indexes- signifier indicates the signified C. There can C. Signs- signifier as the concept is represented by the sound image or signified peer D. True symbol- signifier is arbitrarily assigned to refer to signified D. There isn ascertaine How does a Marxist literary eritic view literature? A. A product of class struggles and economic history B. A product of the author's view of society and the world C. Areceptacle of symbol D. An art which exists for its own sake 148. Which of the following represents the philosophical beliof of a New Historicism scholar? A. History exists as the only accurate text of the post-structuralism, B. It does not allow intertextual reading, C. It examines how readers are influenced by their prejudice or personal view of the world, D. There is no history, but a version of the author’s view of the historical facts. a Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 31 rmalist criticism’? ae roaches in the study and form of 150. of the text itself n necurate or valid interpretation should el ni image or signified snified of a New Historicism turalism. ce or personal view of f the historical facts. Which of the following relates Psychoanalytic theory in literary criticisms? A. Artis decadent, and self-indulging, B. Literary citcism is giving judgment ofthe behavior and prejudices of readers during the reading act. C. The literary text is the product of the author’s repressed dreams and fantasies, and literary interpretation is a form of dream interpretation or psychoanalysis. D. The textisa rich symbol of the author's personal, and psychological view of the world and its people. Which approach to literary criticism highlights how meaning, interpretations, frameworks, systems, and structural beliefs break apart? A. Hermeneutics C. Semiotics B. Post-structuralism. D, Structuralism ‘The idea of the “death of the author” by M. Bakhtin can be associated with which principle of reader-reception theory? A. Reading is a process of dialogue between the reader and the author mediated by the text B. The reader is the author of the text. C. There cannot be only onc interpretation; however, there can be many valid and competent interpretations. D. There is no accurate and meaningful interpretation in a text that can be ascertained by the reader. 32. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 156. Which | LITERATURE 4 in Jack 8 MYTHOLOGY AND FOLKLORE A. Prot 8.1 Use literary concepts in interpreting and analyzing various literary B. Anta texts 157. Which 152. Even before the invention of the printed page in the middle of the 15 century, oer oral literature had been in circulation by word-of-mouth for centuries. Epics, A. Folk myths, legends and fables which were tot hundreds of years ago may be said to B.Pop fall under what literary genre? A. Essay C. Poetry 158. What to B. Drama D. Fiction taken fr ait “Once Read the poem, then answer question no. 153, Over : Fog While The fog comes oooh on little cat feet. It sits looking A. Rhy over harbor and city B. Con on silent haunches and then moves on. 3 Carl Sandburg aoe uenit and feeli 153. Among the “senses of the mind,” which one is predicted in the poem above? A. Thire B. Thi A. Sense of touch C. Motion sense aes irs B.S a s fense of'smell D. Thermal sense aes 134. The image projected in “Fog” is - 160. The expr A. the silent, graceful, hardly noticeable and nonchalant coming of the fox. the _ B. the fog’s quiet lifting off towards some unknown direction as it gets dispersed A. resolu C. the fog’s obvious lifting off towards some known direction as it gets dispersed B. settin D. both A and B 153. ‘The figure of speech found in the same poem is A. personification C. metonymy B. simile D. hyperbole an. _ Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 33, various literary of the 15" century, or centuries. Epics, ago may be said to he poem above? ing of the fog, as it gets dispersed 5-08 it gets dispersed 156. 158 160. Which character or force in conflict with a main character, e.g. the extreme cold in Jack London's “To Build a Fire?” A. Protagonist C. Hero/heroine B. Antagonist D. supernatural power Which is a body of stories. legends; myths, ballads, songs, riddies, sayings and other works‘érising out of the oral traditions of peoples around the world? A. Folk literature C. Epics B. Pop culture a D. Folk pop What tone color is exemplified by the underlined words in the following lines taken from “The Raven?” “Once upon a midnight dreary, while | pondered weak and weary Over a many quaint and curious volume forgotten lore While | nodded nearly napping, suddenly there came a tepping, As of someone gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door...” Edgar Allan Poe A. Rhyme C. Assonance B. Consonance D. Alliteration Which is an all-knowing point of view in which the author tells of the thoughts and feelings of each character in the story? A. Third person omniscient POV B. Third person limited POV C. First person POV D. Third person central character POV The expression, “and they lived happily ever after” is included as a segment of the A. resolution C. theme B. setting D. plot 34 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 Read this stanza, then answer questions no. 161 and 162. 161. 162 164, 165, Twilight Is a young bird In gorgeous plumes, Seeking refuge Under the soft wings OF its Mother Night. as <= By Epifanio T. Ramos Which figure of specch is exemplified in therfirst three lines? A. Personification C. Apostrophe B. Metaphor D. Allusion The short poem describes the A. onset of night C. high noon B. rising of sun D. spread of moonlight ‘A word that means “a shelter or protection from danger or distress” is A. night C. wings B. refuge D. plumes In mythology, Zeus, the ruler of Olympus had two brothers: one who ruled the sea and the other who ruled the underworld. The two were C, Hermes and Ares D. Achilles and Aeschylus A. Apollo and Artemis B. Poseidon and Hades ‘Three monstrous sisters with snakes for hair, teeth like the tusks of a wild boar, hands of brass and bodies covered with impenetrable scales. They tured to stone all who looked on them. The most famous of the three was Medusa. Which is described? A. Gigantes C. Gorgons B. Furies D. Fates 166, 167, 168, 169, 170, Son of Zer courage. S wearing aI A. Ocdipu: B. Odyse Half-huma it received Which is r A. Minotat B. Pegasus A king of Just as he task again. A. Sisyphu B, Sphinx Which is ¢ bring the r A. Eupher B. Imag ry Which ten that mixes American ‘A. Metaph B. Masque Which is + painting? A Daedal B, Miad at Cd D. Encow Farewe amos s: one who ruled the tusks of a wild > scales. They turned e thee was Medusa Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book2 35. 167, 168. 169, 170, IL. Son of Zeus and Alemene, he was renowned for his superhuman strength and courage. Sometimes called Alcides, he is often represented with a bow or club wearing a lion skin. Who is referred to? A. Oedipus C. Androcles B. Odyscus D. Hercules or Heracles Half-human” and half-bull, he/it was confined in the labyrinth, where he/ it received an annual tribute of seven youths and seven maidens from Athens. Which is referred to% A. Minotaur C. Midas B. Pegasus D. Medea A king of Corinth condemned in the Underworld to roll a huge stone up 2 hill Just as he reached the top, the stone would roll down, forcing him to begin the task again. Who is referred to? A. Sisyphus C. Spartacus B. Sphinx D. Stentor Which is the substitution of a term considered inoffensive for one that might bring the reader or listener too close to an uncomfortable reality? A. Euphemism C. Translation B. Imagery D. Bathos Which term is borrowed from art criticism and applied to a kind of fiction that mixes realism with flights of myth and fantasy. It is associated with Latin American writers such as Gabriel Garcia Marquez? A. Metaphor C. Magic realism B. Masque D. In medias res Which is the subject in Mythic history portrayed in “Musee des Beaux Arts” painting? A. Daedalus and Iearus B, Iliad and Odessey C. Farewell of Hector and Andromache D. Encounter with Polyphemus lin 36 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 172. The following are examples of Situational Irony EXCEPT A. Abduction of Helen B. Cedipus fled Corinth C. Death of Acrissius in the hands of Perseus D, The quest to expose Laius* murderer 173. Philosophic-religious belief in reieamation is based on which mythical character? A. Orpheus C. Achilles B. Paris D. Agamemnon 174, The following are typical characteristics of an epic hero, EXCEPT A. immortality C. bravery B. superiority D. fame 9. AFRO-ASIAN LITERATURE 9.1 Identify characteristics, motifs, archetypes, and symbols of different literary texts 10, ENGLISH AND AMERICAN LITERATURE fy characteristics, motifs, archetypes, and symbols of 175, A Japanese Folktale entitled “The Story 6f The Aged Mother speaks about all;” EXCEPT _ ‘A, the fate of the common people under a despot is grim B. the Daimyo’s unreasonable order is seemingly a boast of his power C. acitizen’s disobedience towards a cruel mandate ends tragically D. itis an exbibit of the saying: with a crown of snow, there cometh wisdom 176, It is a significant truth about life and human nature that is exhibited by the words, actions and decisions of characters. This element of fiction is known as A. setting C. plot B. point of view D. theme ta en é ee 17 178. 179, 180. 182. A mechan organized A. point o B. plot Charaeteri what t what 1 what d what 1 onw> A great de Which get A, Fiction B. Poetry Which rep meanings A, Denor B. Connot Which is object. e.g A. Metony B. Personi bang, who A. Onoma B. Allusio Memoirs. events, ma A. biogray B. autobio Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 37 which mythical is of different Is of speaks about all:” mcih wisdom hibited by the known as 179, 180. 181 182, ‘A mechanism by which a narrative sequence of events (story) is structured and organized is called 7 A. point of view C. literary device B. plot D. denouement Characterization may be revealed or gleaned by all of the following EXCEPT what the character says, thinks and does what the readers say and think about the character what the author says about the character what the other characters say about the character being described yom A great deal of the oldest literature of which we have written records is in verse. Which genre of literature may well be considered the oldest literary form? A. Fiction C. Drama B. Poetry D. Essay Which represents the various social overtones, cultural implications or emotional ted with a sign? meanings asso A, Denotation C. Syntax B. Connotation D. Euphemism Which is a direct address to someone absent, long dead or even to an inanimate object, eg. “Pack, clouds, away; and welcome, day!” A. Metonymy C. Metaphor B. Personification D. Apostrophe A figure of speech uses words having sounds that imitate what they denote, e.g. bang, whoosh, buzz? A. Onomatopocia C. Metaphor B. Allusion D. Synecdoche Memoirs, which are first-person accounts of personally or historically significant events, may be classified under A. biography C. fiction B. autobiographical writing D. drama 38 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization ~ English Book 2 184, 186, 187, 188, 189, Ernest Hemingway is noted for a simple prose style. Style includes every feature of a writer’s use of language such as word choice. Word choice is better known as A. description C. diction B. dialogue D. vocabulary The term thespian was taken from, Thespis, a 6* B.C. poet who was said to have been the founder of Greek drama and the first actor. Thespian means A. actor C. speaker B. orator D. teacher ‘A stanza is a group of tines whose metrical pattem is repeated throughout the poem. A stanza of six lines is called A. couplet C. quatrain B. octave D. sestet The one through whose eyes we “see” the story is the A. author C. character B. narrator D. reader The following make a good idea for an essay EXCEPT A. itis true but arguable B. itis limited enough in scope C. it comes with available evidence D. ithas a probable setting What is the intention of a drama? A, To havea script B, Tobe performed before an audience CC. To transform society D, To present an argumentation 190. Essay may view. Is this true A. Tue B. False Answer quest 191 193, tod. 195. What dift countrysid A. Charac B. Seuiins What instr A. Chara B, Setting For what and chara A. Chara B. Setting How has t the norma A, Chara B. Setting His crown the story « A. Euripic B. Aristop cludes every feature vice is better known ho was said to have | means ted throughout the Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book2 39 190. Essay may be provisional in its appraisal of the subject but unlimited in point of view : Is this true? A. True C. Maybe B. False D. Cannot tell Answer questions 191-194 according to the elements of fiction. 191, What difference idhtifies the eating habits of the typical Filipino of the countryside from the more affluent city families? A. Character C. Plot B. Setting D. Theme 192. What instructive principle of right conduct can one draw out from a story? A. Character C, Plot B. Setting D. Theme 193. For what may the villain be condemned? Point out his personality, chief traits and characteristics. A. Character C. Plot B. Setting D. Theme 194, How has the author structured the selection? Did he use literary devices to break the normal movement of the story? ‘A. Character C. Plot B. Setting D. Theme 195, His crowning achievement was the Aeneid, an epic poem in 12 books recounting the story of Aeneas. Who is referred to? A. Euripides C. Homer B. Aristophanes D. Virgil 40 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 196, 197. 198, 199, What is 2 novel about the education and development of the young hero? A. Burlesque C. Aestheticism B, Bildungstoman D. Allegory Which is a figure of speech in which apparently contradictory terms appe: conjunction? : i ‘A. Oxymoron C. Antithesis B. Metonymy D, Pargdy In which type of novel are real people represented in the guise of fictional characters? A. Picaresque novel C. Roman a clef B. Epistolary novel D. Deux ex machine Which work of Dante Alighieri narrates his journey through Hell (the Infemo), Purgatory and finally, Paradise? A. Canterbury Tales B. Animal Farm C, Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard D. Divine Comedy 11. THE TEA 11.1 Deme macri incluc meth Which amo “parroting” A. Imitativ B. Extensiy - Ms. Roalllo problem-sol provide her wanted to Roallos adh A. Feedt B. Initiat Which man official lang: law, English A. 1987 Ph B. Educatic C. RA. 10: Dz R.A. 101 |. Ms, Comia possible sol group is exp speaking is : A. Intensive B. Respons Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book2 41 young hero? ory terms appear in 2 guise of fictional Hell (the Inferno), 1. THE TEACHING OF SPEAKING, LISTENING, READING 11.1 Demonstrate understanding of the nature of the four language macro-components (listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including grammar) and the theoretical bases, principles, methods, and strategies in teaching these components 200. Which among the four basic types of assessment task in speaking requires “parroting” back words, phrases, and sentences, which students hear? A. imitative C. Interactive B, Extensive D. Responsive 201. Ms. Roallos, an English teacher, divided the class into groups and gave a problem-solving activity entitled “Lost in a Desert Island.” She wanted to provide her students with an activity that would allow them to signal that one wanied to speak. What specific speech routine used in conversation did Ms. Roallos adhere to? A. Feedback C. Interaction B. Initiating the task D. Turn-taking 202. Which mandates that “for purposes of communication and instruction, the official languages of the Philippines are Filipino, and until otherwise provided by law, English?” A. 1987 Philippine Constitution B, Education Act of 1982 C. RA. 10533 D. R.A. 10157 203. Ms. Comia gave her class a group assignment. The class must come up with possible solutions to the growing number of vandalism in their school. Each group is expected fo come up with a proposal. What kind of assessment task in speaking is she using? A. Intensive C. Extensive B. Responsive D. Interactive 42 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book 2 204. & 206. Which type of situation in speaking involves face-to-face conversations and telephone calls, in which participants are altemately listening and speaking, and in which they have a chance to ask for clarification, repetition, or slower speech from their conversation partner? A. Interactive C. Partially interactive B. Non-interactive D. Extensivelly interactive The principal reminded the teacher, “Make sure your tasks have a linguistic (anguage-based) objective. and seize the apportunity to help students to perceive and use meaningfully the building blocks of language.” What principle in teaching speaking will the teacher follow? ‘A. Focus on both fluency and accuracy B. Give students opportunities to initiate oral communication C. Capitalize on the natural link between speaking and listening D. All of the above To help the student to get to process information received, which of the following expressions should the teacher model? ‘Asking for clarification (What did you say?) Asking someone to repeat something (Pardon me, please?) Using fillers (uh, I mean, Hmm) Getting someone’s attention (Hey, say, so) camp Which of the following actions should the teacher do in order to encourage the students to participate in any speaking activity? 1. Provide an oral or written text/prompt before engaging the learners in the speaking task, IL Let the students write reflections about the activity. IL Ask the students to share their ideas right away. A. Lonly C. ML only B. Il only D. 1, Hand iit 208, 209, 210, In teaching feedback at not had sut knowledge 1. not corr correct | TI. correct languag, IIL let the k older A. Lont B. Ton The teacher models on does the tea A. Asking B. Using c C. Getting D. Asking: To illustrate the followin A. Provide report B. Design informa C. Prepare D. Use labs Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book2 43 > conversations and 208. ¢ and speaking, and on. or slower speech ks have a linguistic students to perceive What principle in ing xed, which of the 210. ar to encourage the ¢ learners in the 209. In teaching speaking, particularly when teachers aim to provide appropriate feedback and correction to the Ieamers who make an error becguse they have not had sufficient chance to observe the correct form or to develop sufficient knowledge of the language system, the teachers should 1. not correct the learners but give more models and opportunities to observe the correct language form aun TL correct the Jearers right away and teach the accurate, correct, and appropriate Janguage form IL let the leamers’ errgrs remain for they will learn to correct them as they grow older A. Lonly C,H only B. Ionly D.1, Mand lil The teacher lets the students listen to a recorded oral text that provides students models on how to use “uh-huh, right, OK, Hmm”, etc. Which speaking strategy does the teacher emphasize and develop? A. Asking for clarification B. Using conversation maintenance cues C. Getting someone’s attention D. Asking someone to repeat To illustrate the principle, “Encourage the use of authentic language.” the following should teachers AVOID? which of A. Provide texts used in a particular discipline such as weather report, news report B. Design tasks such as interviewing for employment purpose, asking, information in a particular place, advertising a product or place, ete. C. Prepare audio-visual aids such as maps, globes, radio, books, references, etc D. Use labels of any item, community announcements, speeches, ete. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 212. 214. When focused on accuracy, the teacher lets the students realize the importance of language form and usage given emphasis in the speaking tasks by showing two videos: 1). a video featuring a subject who uses the language erroneously, and 2). A video showing people who use the language correctly. Which act is, demonstrated by the teacher to make the students reflect and become more aware of what to look for to learn the language? A. Error correction C. Error anal B. Consciousness raising D, Reflective thinking In tcaching speaking for beginners, the teacher demonstrates this principle, “Personalize the speaking activities whenever possible.” Which activityiies should the teacher provide? 1. Ask the learners to complete the prompt, “On my way to school, I saw 11, Ask the learners to read in chorus the fist of words on the board. IN]. Let the leamers bring pictures of their family members, trips to different + places, ete. and ask them to share a story about the picture, JV, Let the learners recite the dialogue by rote. A. Land IL C. Mand IL B, Mand IV D.Tand ir A student shows unwillingness to participate in any speaking activity because when he reported in one subject, he was laughed at when he mispronounced some words such as “stimulose” for stimulus, “ipikt” for effect, etc. Which may be the reason of his problem in speaking? A, Has nothing to say C.L1 interference B. Naturally shy and timid D, Uneven participation Canale and Swain (1980) proposed that the teaching of speaking must aim at the development of the communicative competence; hence learners must be able to communicate freely and spontaneously. In this regard, what should speaking classes feature? ‘A. Must be structured around functional uses of language B, Should emphasize language forms and structures C. Must be replete with translations, repetitions of drills using building blocks of language D. Should emphasize meaning only 215. 217. In teachin; observe to A B, D. L IL ih, For bes Start by like He Ask st individ Mustra instruc . Which of t Forma are the pronun Functi¢ clarity precise Social of pai how to about A. Lo B. Lar Ina speak presenting the text (\ of content or collabo students pi weather ec procedure’ 1 I ML Provid Uses a Design form al A.Tan Bla Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book? 45 ize the importance g tasks by showing nguage erroneously, rectly. Which act is become more aware s this principle, Which activity/ies ehool, I saw poard. ps to different activity because : he mispronounced etc, Which may seeking must aim at earners must be able should speaking 2 Duilding blocks of In teaching speaking, which of the following statements should the teacher observe to demonstrate the principles in teaching pattern drills? A. For beginners, introduce stress and intonation by pure imitation, B. Start by letting the students to be on their own in saying polite expressions like Hello!, Good Moming!, Good Afternoon, etc. C. Ask students to use the expressions in meaningful discourse in chorus or individually, ~ D. Illustrate the meaning of the expressions through translations, direct instruction, and dietation Which of the following is/are an area’s involved in speaking? 1. Form and Mechanics including pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary which are the components in using the right words in the right order with the correct pronunciation Il. Functions such as transaction and interaction which require knowing when clarity of message is essential (transaction‘information exchange) and when precise understanding is not required (interaction/relationship building) {11 Social and cultural rules and norms including turn-taking, rate of spect of pauses between speakers, relative roles of participants, and nderstanding how to take into account who is speaking to whom, in what circumstances, about what, and for what reason. A. Lonly C. Mand iil B. Land Il D1, Hy and Ill Ina speaking class, the teacher facilitates the lesson by observing this procedure: presenting @ weather report, causing interaction by asking questions related to the text (weather report), taking notes of the students’ responses in the form of content and grammar points (Verb Tense), providing exercises individually or collaboratively for mastery of what have been presented, and letting the students perform a task (preparing a brochure on what to do during inclement weather conditions. Which of the following describe’s the teacher's instructional procedure? 1. Provides a language input that is both content and form-oriented TI. Uses a structured output focused on sound and word formation IIL, Designs a communicative output to complete a task that integrates language form and function A Tand II C. Hand tL B. Iand IV D. Land ff 46 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 218. Which of the following is NOT truc about the language input used in speaking? A. Comes in the form of teacher talk, listening activities, reading passages, and the language heard and read outside of class B. Gives leamers the material they need to begin producing the language orally C. May be content oriented or form oriented D, Presents the type of discourse/task designed by the teacher for the students to do at the end of the teaching session 219. In teaching speaking, the teacher should recognize that A. all communicative output may in tum be a language input; hence, tasks must be carefully planned B. all language input must be spoken; thus, there must be available materials to use, C. processing language input must be limited to form; therefore, the teacher must be a good model/source of language learning. . all structured output must be done on individual basis: hence, group work must be avoided. 220. Using Information Gap Activity for beginners, the teacher uses prompts such as: “Is my dress green?, Do I have long hair?, Are there thirty students in the class?, Are we Filipino?", ete. Which of the following descril procedure? e/s the teaching 1. The teacher uses referential questions to help students discover unknown, information. Il, The teacher uses display questions to promote student speaking, or to prompt them remember certain known inform IIL. The teacher uses both referential and display questions IV. The teacher helps the learners know and use the language. A. Land IIL B. Mand MT mn. C. Hand IV D.Tand IV Considering following si A. Proceed B. Pronow student pit vs fi C. Provide context D. Use fan time, e. In using Tt AVOID? 1. Initiate evaluat IL. Pose a their re: UL. Use an conside challen: “What blind.”. A B. Games are principles i A. Games what th B, Games elimin: challer Jeamer C. Games D. Games be pro Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 47 used in speaking? ing passages, and he language orally for the students to nence, tasks must ileble materials to re. the teacher must ee. group works uses prompts such nitty students in the cribe:s the teaching ever unknown king, or to prompt Considering the principles in teaching minimal pair drills, which of the following should the teacher AVOID? A. B. Proceed from the known sound to the new one, e.g. from /p/ to /f. Pronounce the word pairs with the same intonation so as not to confuse the students with differences other than the sound contrast being illustrated, e.g. pit vs fit. Provide over drill and spend more contexts Use familiar words if possible and present one pronunciation problem at a time, e.g, /I/ vs lid in bit-beat first before ship and sheep. ion of sound in similar ime in the produ In using Think-Pair-Share strategy in a speaking class, which should the teacher AVOID? L m0. Initiate the task by posing a question, wait for a single student to respond, evaluate, and provide feedback Pose a question, give students time to think or consider the question, discuss their responses with partners, and share their answers with the entire class Use any question of interest that may resemble these ones: “What do you consider as the most effective time of studying your lessons?”, “How can you challenge students’ apprehension to speak?”, “When was the last time you lied”, “What makes you laugh or smile?”, “An eye for an eye will make the world blind.”, ete, A. Lonly C. Hand If B. Honly D. Land tl Games are effective strategies to use in speaking elasses. Which of the following principles is VIOLATED in using games? A B. Games can be great tools for reviewing the lesson and help students recall what they have leamed such as vocabulary and grammar rules. Games to be presented must require minimal language use, outright elimination, complicated, with elaborate set-up/procedures to stimulate challenge, or must be overly simple especially with young adult and older learners. Games can provide both rehearsed and extemporancous, language practice, Games, if done right, can increase motivation making the students enjoy and be productive in acquiring and learning the language. ae a - 48 ‘Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 12. 226, 227. 4. The teacher aims to develop in the students the ability to hear sounds accurately and to produce these sounds correctly and automatically. In doing pronunciation drill in a speaking class, which is the correct sequence of activities? L._ Let students listen to the teachesitape for the individual sound of sounds, and sound of words, and in phrases and sentences. TL. Ask students to produce the sound contrasts in words, phrases, and sentences. ILL Let students listen to the sound.of a word in contrast With another sounds in words, phrases, and in sentences, IV. Ask students to produce the sound of sounds and words, and in phrases and sentences, A. EIEILV C.LIV-ULIL B.LIV-I-1 D. MA-AV- TEACHING OF LITERATURE 12.1 Apply principles, skills, and strategies gained to literary instruction Which strategy is for reading literature where the reader responds to the literary and cultural impact of the text by identifying images and themes and writing marginal notes about them? A. Previewing C. Annotating B. Highlighting D. Reading Literature is language in use; as such, language becomes the medium or the tool of literature, Therefore, language is A, separable from literature B, inseparable from literature C. beyond literature D. the development of more than linguistic ability Which is an engaging task of recording experiences, ideas, insights or reflections on a regular basis that encourages students to articulate their minds than merely restating information about a text? A. Role play C. Jounal writing B, Brainstorming D, Pantomime 228. 229, 230. 234, The readin A. underst B, knowlec In teaching with infor tell wh preseril make a enable siving pope Which of U A. Cry-bus B. Face-ra Which is balance, cl Greece and A. Realisn B. Classic The play * suffering fi present and was the ki here? A. Accreti B. Unfoldi ‘The staten A. setting. C. time of Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization —English Book2 49 ear sounds accurately | doing pronunciation Uvities? 228. The reading and teaching of literature must yield not only enjoyment but also A. understanding . information B. knowledge D. pleasure ind of sounds, and rases_ and sentences _ 229. In teaching literature, the task of:the teacher is not just to provide the students another sound/s in i with information. Therefore, he/she should NOT do the following EXCEPT snd in phrases and ae A. tell what each picte of literature is about B, prescribe interpretations; do character studies C. make a synopsis: dictate notes D. enable his/her students to discover for themselves what the work is about; giving encouragement when and where needed 230. Which of the following pairs of words do NOT rhyme? A. Cry-buy C. Write-right B. Face-race D. Cunning-running yed to literary wonds to the literary themes and writing 231. Which is an approach to literature and the other arts that stresses reason. balance, clarity, ideal beauty and orderly form in imitation of the arts of ancient Greece and Rome? A. Realism C. Romanticism B. Classicism D. Imagism : medium or the tool 232. The play “Oedipus the King” by Sophocles starts with a orisis: The bans are suffering from a plague caused by the murder of the former king. Oedipus, the present and trusted leader, in his search for truth finally found out that he himself was the killer he is looking for. What approach to starting a drama is illustrated here? A. Aceretive plot C. Enmedias res, B. Unfolding plot D. Linear plot ights or reflections F minds than merely 234. The statement “Once upon a time in a distant land” exemplifies the A. setting of the story B. place of the setting C. time of the setting D. local color af > : Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 13, 238. Which benefit is derived from litcrature as we engage ourselves in a continuing 239. Which mat process of refining our capabilities to use language and our sensibilities to good of a combi language use? 1 Graph A. Wisdom C. Cultural function I. Materia B, Exploration of@ world view _D. Language enhancement IL, Pocket A. Lonly . Which is an early 20% century moveinent in literature and the arts that broke B. only with traditional forms, conventions and expectations, challenging accepted riotions of the relationship between art and everyday life, and experimenting 240. Which of with new techniques and new modes of representing reality? A. Alabel A. Modernism C. Scientific realism B. Alisto B. Postmodernism D. Realism 241. Which tea PREPARATION AND EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL irrelevance MATERIALS a ocaliz 13.1 Apply knowledge of principles and processes involved in Tl. Authen “developing and evaluating various types of instructional MIL Contex materials for language and literature instruction, inclu aoa the use of technology for assisting instruction and BI only independent fanguage learning 242. Which of t The curriculum goes through the stages of curriculum planning, curriculum selection, a implementation and curriculum evaluation. The production of instructional A. Creative materials falls under B. Resoure A. curriculum planning and implementation B. curriculum planning and evaluation C. curriculum planning 243. The followin D. curriculum evaluation EXCEPT A. opinior An important step in ensuring the relevance of the instructional materials to the B. story in rest of the curriculum is to keep a list of ___ A. policies issued by Deped 244, To illus B. goals and objectives of the curriculum students, th C. provisions in the constitution of the PTA D. visions and mission of the school A. recorde B. video c Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization English Book2 SI ives in a continuing sensibilities to good 239. Which materials are used to help students organize information through the use of a combination of shapes, figures, and lines? : 1. Graphic organizers HI, Material organizer Ill, Pocket organizer A. Lonly oC. Vand IL B.Monly ~D. 1, Mand IIT nt the arts that broke pallenging accepted and experimenting 240. Which of the following qualifies as an authentic material? A. A label of a can good C. A paragraph from the book B. A list of isolated sentences _—_D. A series of vocabulary words 241. Which teaching strategies in K to 12 curriculum addresses the issue on TIONAL irrelevance of instructional materials? L Localization I. Authentication TIT, Contextualization A. Lonly cu B. Ionly D. I, hand Itt s involved in r instructional tion, including struction and 242. Which of the following qualities does NOT describe a teacher in the preparation, janning, curriculum selection, and utilization of instructional materials? jon of instructional Bice C. Fashionable B. Resourceful D. Culture-sensitive 243. The following materials are used to activate students’ schema or prior knowledge, EXCEPT A, opinionaire C. anticipation guide onal materials to the B. story impression D. story star 244. To illustrate the use of a comprehensible input in language teaching to grade 4 students, the teacher may use the following texts EXCEPT ane A. recorded song C. a written weather report B. video clip D. a journal article 52. Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 245. In K to 12 Curriculum, which two types of texts are prescribed to facilitate and enrich learning? 1. Literary text as primary text IL. Informative text as parallel text Il, Literary text as parallel text IV. Informative text as primary text _ > 250. If a Langu: so he/she ¢ level of stu A. Diagno B. Place A. Land Hil ~"C. Land i 251. Which typé B. ll and IV D. il and LV. are aimed ; ~ weaknesses 246. One prime consideration of instructional materials’ use is to link the materials to A. Diagno the B. Placem A, curriculum C. current issues B. policies D. textbook board 252. Which of tt A. Determ student | 14 LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ASSESSSMENT B, Determ 14.1 Use basic concepts in language and literature testing in & nea assessing language proficiency and achievement and literary Be peer competence 253. The follow’ 247. Which of the following should Teacher Jessica use if she wishes to answer the question, “What do the scores tell me about what students have Teamed? Poca B, does th A. Test Assessment ©. dothet B, Evaluation D. Measurement D. does th adminis 248. One of the prerequisites to entry to University A is based on the knowledge or skills of the applicants. Which of the following test types it administer? 254. Who amon A. Ms. Ca A. Diagnostic Test C. Proficiency Test detenni B. Placement Test D. Achievement Test B. Mr. Gal goals of 249, What type of test is based on the amount of learning the students have C. Ms. Tul accomplished with very specific reference to a particular course? begins A. Diagnostic Test C. Proficiency Test D. Ms. Jad B. Placement Test D. Achievement Test course Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 53 ribed to facilitate and e link the materials to ature testing in ent and literary vishes to answer the have leaned? based on the general wing test types should the students have purse? 0, 252. If a language teacher aims to group his/her students with similar ability levels so he/she could focus on the problems and learning points appropriate for that level of students, which type of test will be appropriate? A. Diagnostic Test C. Proficiency Test B. Placement Test D. Achievement Test . Which type of test is administered at the beginning or middle of the term and are aimed at fostering achievement by promoting strengths and eliminating the weaknesses of individual students? A. Diagnostic Test C. Proficiency Test B. Placement Test D. Achievement Test Which of the following is NOT an objective of a diagnostic test? A. Determine what existing knowledge, skills, attitudes, interests and needs the student has B. Determine the range of individual differences C. Determine what program or modifications are required to meet the needs of individuals D. Determine the level of study that the student would benefit from The following questions all pertain to validity EXCEPT A. do all the items seem to be measuring the same thing? B. does the test cover all aspects of what it claims to measure? C. do the test items look like realistic, authentic uses of what is being measured? D. does the test meet the limits of existing resources including time and test administration? Who among the following teachers is doing formative assessment? A. Ms, Canlas who asked series of questions in the middle of the lecture to determine if students understood the concepts B. Mr. Galang who gave a test at the end of the grading period to determine if the goals of the program are met CC. Ms. Tulabut who gave a test to determine what students know before the unit begins D. Ms, Jaochico who gave a test at the end of the semester to determine if the course outcomes are met, _ Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 256. 260. . The effect of testing on teaching and learning is known as A. wash back C. auditability B. construct D. credibility Ms. Cruz wants to measure the language abilities of her students using direct testing. Which of the following is NOT recommended? A. Writing letters C. Cloze test B. Role-play D. Infgrmation gap task The following are examples of discrete point testing EXCEPT A. essay writing C. yes/no answers B. spelling test D. true-false answers, ubera uses alternative methods of assessment. Which will he NOT likely A. Multiple Choice Test C. Oral Presentation B. Reflective Journal Writing D. Developing Portfolios Mrs. David is going to construct a test in English. What must she do first? A. Write the test items. C. Let an expert validate the test. B. List down the test objectives D. Prepare a table of specifications. Which of the following is an example of a beneficial backwash? A. Ifthe skill of writing is tested only by multiple choice items, there is a great pressure to practice such items. B. If teachers ignore the subjects and activities which do not contribute directly to passing the exams. C. Ifa test is regarded as important, preparation for it can dominate teaching activities D. If what is assessed becomes what is valued and what is valued becomes what is taught, 261. A test pre taker to sp A. coneur B. conten 15. LANGL 15.1 Ag to 262. Which of th A. Resear B. Resear C. Resear D. Reseat 263. Which 0 Resear Resear Resear Resear yaoRP> 264. Which A. Questi B. Check 265. If researc purpose o' A, Discoy B. Impro 266. If research subject, \ A. Discor B. Impro Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization -English Book2 55 261. A test pretended to measure pronunciation ability but did not require the test taker to speak might be thought to lack of _ : A. concurrent validity C. test-rater reliability B. content validity D, test-administration reliability sudents using direct 15, LANGUAGE RESEARCH 15.1 Apply principles and approaches in research to find answers to question? in language and literature teaching and learning 262. Which of the following explains why research is empirical? A. Research is based on data perceived by the senses. B. Research follows procedures. C. Research must be based on facts. D. Research makes use of tools. ‘will he NOT likely 263. Which of the following explains why research is systematic? A. Research is based on data perceived by the senses. B. Research follows procedures. C. Research must be based on facts. D, Research makes use of tools. she do first? e the test. ecifications. Which is NOT a research tool? A. Questionnaire C. Test ns. there is a great B. Checklist D. Grades contribute directly If researchers test the feasibility of using cellphone as vocabulary gadget, what purpose of rescarch are they NOT likely to achieve? minate teaching A. Discover a substance. C. Validate generalizations. B. Improve a product D. Verify existing knowledge. lied becomes what If researchers want to know if most English majors have English as their favorite subject, what purpose of research are they likely to achieve? A. Discover a substance. C. Validate generalizations. B. Improve a product. D. Verify existing knowledge. ase - a. _ 56 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Spe lization ~ English Book 2 267. Which research problem is clearly directive in nature? 273. What are t A, What Topic to Have in the Next Seminars ee B. How to Improve Services in the Canteen A. Lived 4 C. Why Students Wear Glasses B. Student D. Which Sectioning Scheme to Follow C. Lived = D. Studen 268. Which research has classroom as its Yécale? A. Experimental C. Action 274, Which ten B. Descriptive D. Analytical study? A. Hypoth 269. Ifa research is quantitative, which finding should it focus on? B. Thesis A. Fifty six percent of students do not pass assignments requiring reading. ‘Two out of 69 participants abide by the English Only Policy. 275. Which doct B C. Teachers slowly tap the shoulder of their students while consoling them. Palo, R. (2 D. An interviewee said that he usually has nightmares when he sleeps right after _D. An interviewee sai ly 2 en he sleeps right after acces eating 7 B. Ameri¢ : C. Chicag 270. If researchers want to know why some teachets do not erase writings on the D, Interna board to make them eventually erase, what type of research are they into? A. Propriety C. Behavioral 276. Which tern B. Pure D. Communication A. Blank B. Resear 271. Which type of research is likely to lead to the discovery of a new theory? A. Experimental C. Holistic 277. Which not B. Phenomenological D. Scholarly A. Quotin B. Paraph 272. What is the aim of a research proposal? A. To present an entire research B. To defend findings C. To suggest a planned study D. To find solution to a research problem Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization —English Book2 ST 27. 274, ing reading : 275. nsoling them. e sleeps right after se writings on the they into? 276. new theory? 7 What are the key terms or variables in a research titled “Lived Experiences of Student Leader -Scholars in Maintaining Grades” Lived and Experiences Student Leader-Scholars and Lived Experiences Lived Experiences and Grades Student Leader-Scholars and Grades gow> Which term refers to approaches and/or principles that explain variables in a study? a A. Hypothesis C, Theoretical Basis, B. Thesis D. Problem Which documentation style does the following example follow? Palo, R. (2015). Research designs. Pasay: Lorimar. ‘A. Modem Language Association B. American Psychological Association C. Chicago Style D. International Phonetic Association Which term proves there is a gap of knowledge about the research topic? A. Blank Spot CC. Blind Spot B. Research Local D. Research Instrument Which notetaking category is most applicable for a study? A. Quoting. C. Viewing B. Paraphrasing D. Summarizing 58 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization - English Book 2 16. CAMPUS JOURNALISM 2s 280, 281 283. 16.1 Apply principles and strategies in writing the various parts (c.g. editorial, news, feature story, ete.) of a campus paper Which is a news peg among the parts of an editorial below? A. The SONA is characterized by-achievements of the administration. B. The SONA delivered on July 27, 2015 is PNoy’s last. C. The SONA commended lavishly cabinet secretaries. D. The SONA subtly endorsed Mar Roxas as presidential bet. Which is a staccato lead among the following? ‘A. The American artist faced allegations following his non-appearance in a concert _ B. Fearless, Objective. Impactful C, “Lresigned for delicadesa,” said former CHED Chairman Rose Agapito D. He was quiet until he learned he won jackpot in the lottery. Which is the correct news headline among the following? A. Reyes, Santos quit SC C. Reyes & Santos resigned B. Reyes & Santos quit SC D. Reyes, Santos resigned Which is the correct news headline among the following? A. Santiago: “I was there” C. L was there said Santiago. B. Santiago: ‘I was there” D. “I was there,” said Santiago Which among the following is the least important to mention in a summary lead for sports? A. Winner C. Venue: B. Score D. Audience Which rule is followed in using quotations and paraphrases in news? A. Use either, . Start with paraphrase. B. Alternate them. D. Avoid them. — 284. Which is » A. Itmust B. It must C. Itmust D. Itmust 285. Which is A. Police B. 30-wor 286. What is th the senator A. Asoft B. Before 287. Which is A. They n B. There t C. They n D. They 1 288. Which is T They n They n They n They n vopPp Which is a Barrac Obama Obama Barrac pOeP Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization —English Book? 59 various parts us paper tration. earance ina ose Agapito. ed ina summary lead news? 284, y 286. 287. 288. 289. Which is NOT true about editorial writing? A. It must be short. B. It must be based on news. C. It must be opinionated. D. It must be written by the editor-in-chief. Which is a beat among the following? A. Police Station C. Space economy B. 30-word introduction D. Subhead What is the meaning of the underlined phrase in the excerpt? “As of press time, the senator is abroad and has not issued a statement,” A. As of now C. After the writing of the article B. Before the publication D. As of yesterday Which is NOT TRUE about quoted statements of people in articles? ‘A. They must be corrected using brackets when there are grammatical errors, B. There must be insertions for clarifications in the event they are unclear. C. They must be verbatim. ‘They must be paraphrased Which is TRUE about editorial cartoons? A. They must contain familiar symbolisms B. They must be related to the editorial, C. They must be abstract. D. They must not contain words. Which is a CORRECT photo overrun in journalism? ‘A. Barrack Obama is in black. B. Obama shakes hands with APEC attendees. C, Obama opens APEC in Malaysia Sunday. D. Barrack Obama delivers his opening remarks last Sunday. 60 Comprehensive LET Reviewer Specialization — English Book 2 290. Which statementis is/are libelous when no evidence is presented? 17. TRANSL 1. Funds were released when needed but liquidation documents were missing. 17.1 Apy Il, The recipients denied receiving the supplies and materials. kin II], Bidding procedures were violated with fake signatures. 17.2 Der A. Lonly C.LU, and UL as ¢ B. Tonly D, Mand IIL = 173 Ap . var 291. Which statement is a clear distinction between news and features? ano A. Length C. Events B. Topic D. Treatment Which wor nation"? 292. If an inaccuracy is brought to the attention of the paper, it should immediately ‘A. Who publish any of the following EXCEPT ican A. rectification C. correction B. erratum D. verification i Which type 293, In writing the news story, the following are to be avoided EXCEPT A. Parallel A. padding C. playing up the dominant point B. Spell B. coloring D. editorializing Which of 294, The instinct of a reporter to identify or sort out news from an array of facts is a PosPecate skill that is called the newsman’s sixth sense and referred to as A. Sensiti B. Sensiti C. Faithfu D. Faithfu A. expertise C. watchdog function B. nose for news D. objective journalism Which pe translating A, Comm B. Philolo

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