Summative Exam in English 8

Which among the following statements expresses an opinion politely?

• That's a very immature idea. I won't accept it.

• Such a waste of time listening to you.

• Never speak that way. You're in my territory.

• You may have a point but I'm afraid I won't accept that.

Which among the following statements expresses an agreement?

• I think we are not of the same thoughts.

• That's exactly my point.

• I'm sorry to interrupt but I don't like what you have said.

• I'm afraid, I'm not confident about that idea.

"Those tourists who went to Boracay were astonished with its magnificent beauty. I bet all of them would love to go back to this wonderful place." What is the function of the phrase "I bet" in the sentence?

• It expresses an opinion.

• It shows affirmation.

• It expresses negation.

• It states a fact.

Which of the following opinion-marking signals is NOT used to interrupt?

• If I may interrupt…

• Sorry to cut you off but…

• I don't mean to intrude but…

• I'm afraid, I disagree…

Which among the following marking signals is used to express disagreement politely?

• No, I don't think so.

• You're out of your mind.

• I'm afraid, I believe the other way.

• That's not a good point.

Which among the following is a function of opinion-marking signals?

• to express anger when someone states a different point of view

• to express an opinion about a certain topic

• to add spice in conversations

• to describe events that are favorable

Which of the following is an opinion-marking signal in the sentence below?

• reading

• In my opinion

• beneficial

• watching

Identify the opinion-marking signal in the following statement: "I believe that this movie is the best one I've ever seen."

• movie

• I believe

• best

• seen

Identify the opinion-marking signal in the following statement: "I believe that this movie is the best one I've ever seen."

• movie

• best

• I believe

• seen

Which phrase signals an opinion in the sentence below? "From my perspective, the new policy will create more problems than it solves."

• From my perspective

• new policy

• problems

• solves