Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region IV-MIMAROPA
City Schools Division of Puerto Princesa

Third Quarter Examination

Reading and Writing Skills - 11
(Second Semester)
SY 2024-2025

Welcome to your Reading and Writing Skills test! Please read the following instructions carefully before you
begin:

1.​ Total Number of Questions: 50

2.​ Time Limit: You have 1 hour to complete the test.
3.​ Answering Questions:
○​ Each question has four options (a, b, c, d).
○​ Read each question carefully and select the best answer.
○​ Shade your answers clearly on the answer sheet provided.

Describes a Written Text as Connected Discourse

1. What is the main characteristic of connected discourse?
a. Random sentences
b. Logically sequenced sentences
c. Unrelated paragraphs
d. Fragmented ideas

2. Why is cohesion important in connected discourse?

a. It creates confusion
b. It ensures ideas are connected
c. It makes sentences independent
d. It disrupts the flow

3. What role do transitional words play in connected discourse?

a. They create breaks
b. They connect ideas smoothly
c. They make sentences longer
d. They distract readers

4. Which sentence structure is common in connected discourse?

a. Isolated sentences
b. Logically connected sentences
c. Random statements
d. Independent clauses

5. What does coherence in discourse ensure?

a. Random idea placement
b. Logical flow of ideas
c. Unrelated topics
d. Fragmented structure
6. What is an effect of lack of cohesion in discourse?
a. Enhanced understanding
b. Confusion and disjointed ideas
c. Clear communication
d. Logical flow

7. What is an example of connected discourse?

a. A list of unrelated words
b. A cohesive paragraph
c. Random phrases
d. Disjointed sentences

8. How does coherence contribute to connected discourse?

a. By creating confusion
b. By ensuring logical idea progression
c. By making sentences longer
d. By disrupting flow

9. What is a key feature of connected discourse?

a. Unrelated sentences
b. Logical connection between ideas
c. Random paragraphs
d. Independent statements

10. Which of the following best describes a cohesive text?

a. A series of unrelated ideas
b. A logically connected sequence of ideas
c. A list of independent sentences
d. Fragmented paragraphs

Distinguishes Between and Among Techniques in Selecting and Organizing Information

11. Which technique involves listing ideas freely?

a. Brainstorming list
b. Graphic organizer
c. Topic outline
d. Sentence outline

12. What is the purpose of a graphic organizer?

a. To list unrelated ideas
b. To visually display and connect information
c. To write full sentences
d. To create a paragraph

13. Which technique is used to outline main points without details?

a. Brainstorming list
b. Graphic organizer
c. Topic outline
d. Sentence outline

14. What distinguishes a sentence outline from other techniques?

a. It lists main topics only
b. It provides detailed sentences for each point
c. It uses diagrams
d. It generates ideas freely
15. How does a brainstorming list help in idea generation?
a. By providing detailed structure
b. By generating a wide range of ideas quickly
c. By creating a visual map
d. By organizing topics hierarchically

16. Which technique is best for visualizing relationships between concepts?

a. Brainstorming list
b. Graphic organizer
c. Topic outline
d. Sentence outline

17. What is a key feature of a topic outline?

a. Listing only main points
b. Providing complete sentences
c. Using visual diagrams
d. Generating random ideas

18. When is a brainstorming list typically used?

a. During final writing
b. During idea generation
c. During editing
d. During outlining

19. What is the main advantage of a graphic organizer?

a. It lists ideas randomly
b. It visually connects related concepts
c. It writes detailed paragraphs
d. It organizes hierarchical topics

20. How does a sentence outline benefit writing?

a. By generating ideas
b. By providing a clear, detailed plan
c. By creating a visual map
d. By listing main points only

Distinguishes Between and Among Patterns of Development in Writing Across Disciplines

21. What is the primary purpose of narration in writing?

a. To describe
b. To tell a story
c. To define
d. To compare

22. Which pattern focuses on detailed sensory experiences?

a. Narration
b. Description
c. Definition
d. Exemplification

23. What is the main goal of a definition essay?

a. To narrate events
b. To provide a detailed description
c. To explain the meaning of a term
d. To classify information
24. What does exemplification in writing involve?
a. Defining terms
b. Providing examples
c. Narrating events
d. Comparing ideas

25. What is the focus of comparison and contrast essays?

a. Telling a story
b. Describing sensory details
c. Showing similarities and differences
d. Explaining causes

26. What does cause and effect writing examine?

a. Events and their sensory details
b. Causes and their consequences
c. Definitions and meanings
d. Problems and solutions

27. Which pattern addresses issues and proposes solutions?

a. Narration
b. Description
c. Problem-solution
d. Definition

28. What is the main goal of persuasive writing?

a. To narrate events
b. To describe sensory details
c. To persuade readers to accept a viewpoint
d. To define terms

29. What does a comparison and contrast essay typically include?

a. Narrative details
b. Sensory descriptions
c. Similarities and differences
d. Definitions and meanings

30. How does cause and effect writing differ from other patterns?
a. It tells a story
b. It describes sensory details
c. It examines causes and their effects
d. It defines terms

Identifies Properties of a Well-Written Text

31. What is the main property of a well-organized text?

a. Random order
b. Logical structure
c. Unrelated ideas
d. Disjointed paragraphs

32. How does coherence contribute to a well-written text?

a. By creating confusion
b. By ensuring logical flow and connection of ideas
c. By making sentences longer
d. By disrupting flow
33. What role does language use play in a well-written text?
a. It creates confusion
b. It ensures clarity and precision
c. It makes sentences longer
d. It disrupts the flow

34. What is the importance of mechanics in writing?

a. Creating confusion
b. Ensuring correctness in grammar and punctuation
c. Making sentences longer
d. Disrupting the flow

35. Which of the following best describes coherence in writing?

a. Random idea placement
b. Logical flow of ideas
c. Unrelated topics
d. Fragmented structure

36. What is a key characteristic of cohesive writing?

a. Unrelated sentences
b. Connected and logically related ideas
c. Random paragraphs
d. Independent statements

37. Why is language use important in a well-written text?

a. To create confusion
b. To ensure clarity and effectiveness
c. To disrupt flow
d. To make sentences longer

38. How does organization affect the quality of a text?

a. It creates a random order
b. It provides a clear and logical structure
c. It makes ideas unrelated
d. It disrupts coherence

39. What does coherence in discourse ensure?

a. Random idea placement
b. Logical flow of ideas
c. Unrelated topics
d. Fragmented structure

40. What is an example of cohesive writing?

a. Random phrases
b. A connected and logically related paragraph
c. Unrelated sentences
d. Disjointed ideas

41. How does good organization benefit a text?

a. By creating confusion
b. By providing a clear structure
c. By making sentences longer
d. By disrupting flow
42. What is the effect of good language use in writing?
a. It creates confusion
b. It ensures clarity and precision
c. It makes sentences longer
d. It disrupts flow

43. Why are mechanics important in writing?

a. To create confusion
b. To ensure correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
c. To make sentences longer
d. To disrupt the flow

44. What is the effect of good organization in a text?

a. Random order
b. Clear and logical structure
c. Unrelated ideas
d. Disjointed paragraphs

45. How does coherence affect the readability of a text?

a. It makes the text confusing
b. It ensures logical flow and connection of ideas
c. It makes sentences longer
d. It disrupts the flow

46. What role does proper language use play in writing?

a. It creates confusion
b. It ensures clarity and effectiveness
c. It makes sentences longer
d. It disrupts the flow

47. Why is cohesion important in a well-written text?

a. To make sentences independent
b. To ensure ideas are connected logically
c. To disrupt the flow
d. To create confusion

48. What is an example of a well-organized text?

a. A list of random ideas
b. A logically structured essay
c. Unrelated paragraphs
d. Disjointed sentences

49. How do mechanics contribute to the clarity of a text?

a. By creating confusion
b. By ensuring correct punctuation and spelling
c. By making sentences longer
d. By disrupting the flow

50. What is the importance of coherence in writing?

a. To create random idea placement
b. To ensure logical flow and connection of ideas
c. To make ideas unrelated
d. To disrupt the flow
Answer Key

1. b
2. b
3. b
4. b
5. b
6. b
7. b
8. b
9. b
10. b
11. a
12. b
13. c
14. b
15. b
16. b
17. a
18. b
19. b
20. b
21. b
22. b
23. c
24. b
25. c
26. b
27. c
28. c
29. c
30. c
31. b
32. b
33. b
34. b
35. b
36. b
37. b
38. b
39. b
40. b
41. b
42. b
43. b
44. b
45. b
46. b
47. b
48. b
49. b
50. b