BASIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Senior High School

MIDTERM EXAMINATION IN PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1

Name: ___________________________________ Score: __________________

Section: _________________________________ Date: ___________________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
 Read the instructions carefully before answering the test.
 Any form of erasure and alteration will be considered wrong.
 Use BLACK ink pen only (Friction pen is PROHIBITED)

PART I MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read each question with critical analysis and comprehension in mind. Circle the closest and best
answer from the options provided for each item.

1. Professor Gomez wants to discover the impact of social networking on his students' learning abilities.
a. Inquiry c. Research
b. Research question d. Research topic
2. A business man wants to find out which between two marketing strategies: free tasting and attractive packaging, could
increase daily sales
a. Inquiry c. Research
b. Topic d. Problem
3. If research is getting rid of anything that cannot be validated and continuing with the things that can be validated, it is
__________________________.
a. Cyclical c. Logical
b. Empirical d. Analytical
4. A characteristic of research which uses facts and data obtained through investigation
a. Logical c. Cyclical
b. Honest d. Empirical
5. Georgina was planning to research about ghosts in their school. However, her research teacher discouraged her.
a. Empirical c. systematic
b. Logical d. Analytical
6. Which statement is NOT considered a definition of research?
a. It is a process of gathering information, in a scientific manner to solve a problem.
b. It is a disciplined inquiry, directed toward the clarification and/or resolution of a problem.
c. It is a scientific investigation that includes collection, presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data.
d. It is a process of inquiry that involves an indefinite method or process of finding clarifications to a given topic.
7. A college counselor met a student who was experiencing stress due to family problems. During lunch, the counselor shared
with her friend of the session she had with the student and the family issue the student was facing. This shows that the
counselor had breached which ethical code?
a. Informed consent c. Voluntary participant
b. Confidentiality d. Withdrawal rights
8. Which of the following is TRUE in relation to the differences of quantitative and qualitative research?
a. Quantitative observations use numbers, qualitative uses the senses.
b. Quantitative observations use the senses, qualitative uses numbers.
 c. Quantitative observations use measurement, qualitative uses numbers.
d. Quantitative observations use colors, qualitative uses the senses.
9. In the scientific sense, research denotes an active process of identifying a research problem needing a solution and then
systematically _____________, __________, and __________________ knowledge about how to resolve that problem.
a. garnering, examining, interfere c. gathering, evaluating, interpreting
b. gathering, examining, interpreting d. gathering, evacuating, interfering
10. It establishes the scope, context and significance of the research to be conducted. This also states the purpose why the study
will be conducted.
a. Introduction c. Review of Related Literature
b. Methodology d. Results and Recommendations
11. This part of research includes information which would focus attention on the IMPORTANCE and VALIDITY OF THE
PROBLEM. It is the general orientation to the problem area.
a. Introduction c. Background of the Study
b. Scope and Limitation d. Significance of the Study
12. Which research design is the most appropriate for this qualitative research study, "Mothers Behind Bars: The Lived
Experiences?"
a. Case Study c. Ethnography
b. Narrative Research d. Phenomenology
13. Which research design is the most appropriate for this qualitative research study, "A Day in the Life of a Taho Vendor?"
a. Case Study c. Ethnography
b. Narrative Research d. Phenomenology
14. Which research design is the most appropriate for this qualitative research study, "Factors that Contribute to a Happy
Relationship?"
a. Case Study c. Ethnography
b. Narrative Research d. Phenomenology
15. Which research design is the most appropriate for this qualitative research study, "A Mythical Tune: Irish Wedding
Traditions?"
a. Case Study c. Ethnography
b. Narrative Research d. Phenomenology
16. Which research design is the most appropriate for this qualitative research study, "Malnutrition and its Associated Factors
among Public Schools in Quezon City?"
a. Case Study c. Ethnography
b. Narrative Research d. Phenomenology
17. Which of the following describes the purpose of qualitative research?
a. It describes and answers questions about participants and contexts.
b. It explores a phenomenon to better understand it.
c. It answers questions and illuminates issues that cannot be answered by quantitative methods.
d. All of the above.

18. In APA style of citation, APA means?

a. American Printing Association

 b. American Psychological Association

c. American Publishing Association

d. American Publishing Authority

19. What is the first thing you need to do when you want to research something?

a. Identify the topic

b. Call your friends.

c. Read every book in the library

d. Research

20. Which is NOT a purpose of literature review?

a. It builds the confidence of the researcher as he/ she fully understands the variables being studied.
b. Fellow researchers will see the objectivity of the study as they read a review of literature and related sources similar in
research or conceptual framework.
c. Reviewing a body of literature on the topic makes the research study illogical.
d. It shows similar studies conducted which, in turn, become the springboard of discussion as the researcher may agree or
disagree with the current results.

21. Which is a good paraphrased version of the given information?

“Critical consideration of the role of environmental education in meeting conservation outcomes is increasingly necessary for
environmental agencies and organizations (Heimlich, 2010).”

a. Critical consideration of the role of environmental education in meeting conservation outcomes is increasingly necessary for
environmental agencies and organizations (Heimlich, 2010).
b. Heimlich (2019) stated that critical consideration of the role of environmental education in meeting conservation outcomes is
increasingly necessary.
c. Heimlich (2010) accented that important consideration of the vital role of environmental education in attaining conservation
outcomes is also rapidly becoming necessary for environmental organizations and agencies.
d. Critical consideration of the role of environmental education in meeting conservation outcomes is increasingly necessary for
environmental agencies and organizations (Heimlich, 2020).

22. The review of related literature enables researchers to look through research instruments from previous researches that can also be
used to answer their own research questions.

Which of the following roles of RRL does this refer to?

a. The RRL helps us conceptualize and justify the research because an extensive review can assure no duplication.
b. The RRL provides source of significant problems.
c. The RRL leads to definitions of problems, selection of methods, and interpretation of findings.
d. The RRL states the stand of the researcher on conflicting views relative to the study.
23. The review of related literature prevents researchers to reiterate the discussions that had already been made by previous
researchers.

Which of the following roles of RRL does this refer to?

a. The RRL points out authoritative evidences supportive of the study.

b. The RRL leads to definitions of problems, selection of methods, and interpretation of findings.
c. The RRL states the stand of the researcher on conflicting views relative to the study
d. The RRL helps us conceptualize and justify the research because an extensive review can assure no duplication.

24. Which of the following is the correct format of APA citation, bibliography (book)?

a. Glantz, A. (2009). The war comes home: Washington's battle against America's veterans. University of California Press.
b. Glantz, A. (2009). University of California Press. The war comes home: Washington's battle against America's veterans.
c. Glantz, A. (2009). University of California Press. The war comes home: Washington's battle against America's veterans.
d. The war comes home: Washington's battle against America's veterans. Glantz, A. (2009). University of California Press.

25. Which of the following APA in text-citation on 'direct quote' is correct?

a. “The listener’s familiarity with the topic of discourse greatly facilitates the interpretation of the entire message” (p. 78).
b. A few researchers in the linguistics field have developed training programs designed to improve native speakers' ability to
understand accented speech (Thomas, 2004).
c. Their training. techniques are based on the research described above indicating that comprehension improves with exposure
to non-native speech. Derwing et al. (2002) conducted their training with students preparing to be social workers but note that
other professionals who work with non-native speakers could benefit from a similar program.
d. One study found that “the listener's familiarity with the topic of discourse greatly facilitates the interpretation of the entire
message” (Gass & Varonis, 1984, p. 85).

26. Which is the correct parenthetical citation of the following information?

"There is no story that is not true."

Author: Achebe

Year of Publication: 1958

Page number: 130

a. "There is no story that is not true" (Achebe, 1958, p. 130).

b. “There is no story that is not true,” (Achebe, 1958).
c. According to Achebe (1958), “there is no story that is not true.”
d. Achebe (1958) stated that there is no story that is not true. (p. 130)

27. In APA 7th edition, how would you write the in-text citation for the book Effects of Library Anxiety on Generation Z Students
written by Edward Cullen, Hermione Granger, Mina Harker, and Agnes Grey published in 2018?

a. (Cullen, Granger, Harker, & Grey, 2018) c. (Cullen, Granger, Harker, and Grey, 2018)

b. (Cullen et al., 2018) d. Cullen et al., 2018

28. Martin falsified their research data. What ethical norms in research did Martin violate?

a. Legality c. Objectivity

b. Honesty d. Openness

28. Ms. Ching provided suggestions and students are glad of the suggestions to improve their research. What ethical norm is applied?

a. Legality c. Objectivity

b. Honesty d. Openness

29. Anthony is browsing and got an information on Wikipedia. Wikipedia is what type of source?

a. Primary c. Tertiary

b. Secondary d. International

30. “Et al.” is an abbreviation of the Latin term “et alia,” which means?

a. “and others” c. “too many to mention”

b. “many more” d. “too large”

PART II. ODD-ONE-OUT: For items 31-35, identify which one has different characteristics or features and does not belong with
the others in the group.

31.
A. Research
B. Investigate
C. Inquire
D. Survey
32.
A. Experiential
B. Verifiable
C. Actual
D. Theoretical
33.
A. A professor guides his students to new ideas through creative questioning.
B. A volleyball coach seeking out new strategies during a timeout.
C. A historian carefully scrutinizes a book to discover facts about the Seven Wonders of the World.
D. The HR manager is resolving a conflict between employees.
34.
A. The research process is a continuous process.
B. Research is conducted in a linear approach.
C. The research journey is cyclical.
D. As research progresses, it uncovers gaps that call for intensive study.
35.
A. How does the TikTok app improve your English-speaking skills?
B. Do you think learning using the TikTok app is like learning new skills and new experiences?
C. Are you having trouble making storytelling videos on the TikTok app?
D. Are you interested in making other videos related to learning English on TikTok app?

PART III. MODIFIED TRUE OR FALSE: Write "TRUE" in the space provided if the statement expresses a correct idea. However,
if the statement is incorrect, replace the underlined word/s with the correct answer and write it in the space provided.
 ______36. In qualitative research, the purpose statement explains the researcher's intention to understand or
investigate the central phenomenon while mentioning the salient characteristics of the participants (but
not their names) and the particular location where the research is conducted.
______37. When citing three or more authors, write the first name of the first author, et. et al., a comma,
and the year of publication.
______38. Secondary sources provide direct or personal evidence regarding an event, object, person, or
work of art. These sources include historical and legal documents, eyewitness accounts, experimental
results, statistical data, pieces of creative writing, audio and video recordings, speeches, and art objects.
______39. After reviewing the related literature and studies, the researcher formulates research questions or
hypotheses. This reflects the characteristics of research as a systematic and structured approach to
investigating a problem.
______40. Conducting a research study is time-consuming and labor-intensive to complete. Thus, using a
literature map to organize the information and data you need for your thesis can help you finish the task
efficiently.

PART IV. ARRANGEMENT: Arrange the following according to the rules of referencing and citation.

41-45. Arrange the following according to the rules of Citations.

Title: Philippine History: A Quest for Freedom, Identity, and Progress

Author: Aurelia T. Molave

Year of Publication: 2014

Place of Publication: Quezon City

Publishing House: Sibs Publishing House, Inc.

Type of Source: Printed Book

45-50. Write the correct reference for this source.

"Electronic Discovery Proves an Effective Legal Weapon" is an online news article written by Geanne Rosenberg on March 31, 1997.
The news article was published online by The New York Times and can be retrieved from this website https://www.nytimes.com.

“Don't give up: you're almost there.”

PREPARED BY: PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1 TEACHERS