Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region VI – Western Visayas
Schools Division of Iloilo
BINOLUSAN PEQUEÑO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Binolosan Pequeno, Calinog, Iloilo

MID-TERM EXAM
(Reading and Writing)

Name: ____________________________________________ Score: ______________

Grade Level & Section: _____________________ Date: _______________

Test I. Directions: Read the following statements carefully and select the best answer from
the choices provided. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided before each
number.
______1. Although Instagram and Twitter have significant similarities, they also have striking
differences.
a. comparison and contrast c. definition
b. problem- solution d. persuasion

______2. Freedom is a concept that needs to be understood.

a. persuasion c. cause and effect
b. definition d. chronology

______3. Juvenile delinquency is a social issue that requires urgent attention.

a. chronology c. classification/division
b. definition d. problem-solution

______4. In the fields of law, there are several subspecialities which you can focus on.
a. persuasion c. classification/division
b. comparison and contrast d. listing

______5. Major events happened that led to the defeat of Japan during World War II.
a. exemplification c. chronology
b. definition d. cause and effect

______6. Teeth bleaching can be done in five simple steps.

a. chronology c. definition
b. comparison and contrast d. classification/division

______7. All provincial buses should not be allowed to pass through EDSA.
a. listing c. persuasion
b. definition d. comparison and contrast

______8. iPhone 6 has many features that make it stand out in the market.
a. chronology c. classification/division
b. listing d. problem-solution

______9. There are many reasons why unemployment continues to increase.

a. listing c. exemplification
b. cause and effect d. classification/division
______10. Drinking cough syrup may lead to various side effects.
a. cause and effect c. comparison and contrast
b. definition d. listing

______11. Social engineering is defined as any method which tricks people to share personal
information through the use of technology. The social component in this scheme means that
there is reliance on various psychological tricks and on the gullibility of users rather than
technical hacking. Social engineering also refers to various malicious acts online such as
phishing, spamming, and pretexting. What signal word/s was used in the text?
a.is defined as, means, refers c. through, that there is
b. refers, on various d. in this

______12. Before applying the screen protector, clean the surface of your phone’s screen with
a soft cloth. Once the surface of your screen is clean, remove the paper backing on the screen
protector. Evenly apply the sticky side of the screen protector to your phone’s screen. Smooth
out any air bubble trapped on between the protector and the phone screen. Enjoy the added
protection. Identify the pattern of development that was used in the text.
a. compare and contrast c. descriptive writing
b. sequence/ process writing d. cause and effect

______13. Ondoy began to develop from an active low-pressure area to a tropical cyclone on
September 24, 2009. The following day, PAG ASA raised storm signals all over the Philippine
archipelago. At this point, signal no. 2 was raised in Catanduanes and other parts of Luzon. By
Saturday morning, reports of flooding started to pour in. Meanwhile, President Arroyo
declared a state of calamity in Metro Manila. Immediately after President Arroyo’s declaration,
various government agencies began to rescue. As soon as Typhoon Ondoy exited the
Philippines, more and more relief and rescue operations were conducted. What signal word/s
was used in the text?
a. more and more, at this point c. meanwhile, immediately, as soon as
b. was raised, as soon d. the following

______14. This pattern of development is the method by which one divides thing into groups,
class, or categories.
a. exemplification c. problem-solution
b. compare and contrast d. definition

______15. This pattern of development explains not just what something means, but also what
something does, what something is used for, what something looks like, etc.
a. narration c. definition
b. description d. persuasion

______16. This pattern of development requires the writer to be very conscious of the
arguments he or she is presenting. The argument should be logical and free of fallacies.
a. compare and contrast c. description
b. persuasion d. problem-solution

______17. Earthquakes can be classified into three main types based on the plate movements.
The first type is known as a convergent boundary also known as destructive plate boundary,
this type of earthquake happens when two tectonic plates move toward one another and
collide. The second type of earthquake is called the divergent boundary. During this type of
earthquake, two plates are forced to move away from each other resulting in a rift zone. The
last type is called a conservative plate boundary or transform fault. During this type of
earthquake, two tectonic plates slide past one another. What signal word/s was used in the
text?
a. classified, first type, second type, third type c. based on
b. each other, this type d. none of the above

______18. This pattern organizes ideas or events according to time.

a. comparison and contrast c. cause and effect
b. chronology d. descriptive

______19. This pattern organizes ideas based on how events, places, people, things and
concepts are similar or different from one another.
a. spatial c. comparison and contrast
b. cause and effect d. narration

______20. This pattern provides details on the idea by using a sensory or spatial pattern.
a. descriptive c. definition
b. comparison and contrast d. cause and effect

Test II. Directions: Match the pattern of development in Column A to the transitional device
in Column B. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided before each number.

Column A Column B

______1. cause and effect a. arguably

______2. spatial b.as defined
______3. chronology c. away from
______4. classification d. nonetheless
______5. comparison e. consequently
______6. contrast f. even though
______7. definition g. in a similar fashion
______8. persuasion h. meanwhile
______9. problem-solution i. the next category
______10. exemplification j. to illustrate

Test III. Directions: Read the following sentences carefully. Write true if the statement is
correct and false if the statement is wrong.

______1. Cohesion is the connection of ideas at the sentence level.

______2. Organization is achieved when a composition contains one focused idea.
______3. Using clear and concise sentences. On average, a sentence is 18 words long.
______4. Use precise vocabulary. Be accurate and condense lengthy phrases into fewer words.
______5. Avoid redundancies, wordiness, cliches, and high faulting language.
______6. Unity is achieved when ideas are logically and accurately arranged.
______7. Avoid contractions (e.g., shouldn’t)
______8. Mechanics is the technical aspect in writing and should not be over- looked.
______9. Mention the full name of an institution or organization with the abbreviation in
parenthesis, in first mention. Thereafter, use the abbreviation.
______10. Number from zero to ten should be written in figures out while number higher than
ten should be spelled out.
______11. Each major point has supporting details.
______12. Transitional devices are used excessively
______13. A thesis statement is placed at the end part of the introductory paragraph.
______14. Main ideas are restated in conclusion.
______15. Contractions are used in research paper.
Test IV. Directions: Identify the correct answer for each statement from the options
provided in the box. Write your answer clearly on the space provided before each number.

Unity Coherence and Cohesion Organization

Language Use Mechanics

___________________________1. When a composition contains one focused idea.

___________________________2. Ideas are logically, clearly, and smoothly linked to one another.
___________________________3. Achieved when ideas are logically and accurately arranged.
Knowledge of the parts of a composition is a great help in adhering to the correct organization
of ideas.
___________________________4. Enables the writer to effectively communicate ideas without
confusing the reader. Achieved by observing the following time-tested principles in writing.
___________________________5. Characterized as a set of conventions on how to spell,
abbreviate, punctuate, and capitalize a composition.

Test V. Directions: Write a well-organized and thoughtful response to the essay questions.
Write your answer on the space provided.

1.Should social media usage among teenagers be limited? Explain your stance. (5pts.)

2. Reflect on the importance of family or friendship in your life. (5pts.)

---Aim high and hit the mark.---

Prepared by: Shiela Mae F. Cortuna

Subject Teacher