Summative Test 1

What is the BEST primary goal of critical reading?

• To infer the text in one’s own words.

• To identify details and facts from the text.

• To analyze, evaluate, and interpret a text logically.

• To question the author's argument without question.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy of critical reading?

• Emphasizing

• Paraphrasing

• Comparing and Contrasting

• Reflecting on Challenges to your Beliefs and Values

What is the FIRST step in critical reading?

• Accepting the text as factual

• Memorizing the details of the text

• Agreeing with the author’s viewpoint

• Understanding the literal meaning of the text

Why is identifying an author’s purpose important in critical reading?

• It need for further analysis.        

• It allows the reader to memorize the text more easily.

• It helps determine the author’s intent and possible bias.   

• It ensures that the reader always agrees with the author.

What does it mean to evaluate an argument in a text?

• To agree with the author’s point of view.

• To rewrite the argument in a different style.

• To summarize the main points without analysis.

• To determine if the argument is logical and supported by evidence.

Which of the following is NOT a critical reading skill?

• Identifying biases in a text

• Recognizing faulty arguments

• Understanding logical reasoning

• Ignoring an author’s claims and forming a personal opinion

"The author argues that social media has eroded genuine human connection. However, they primarily cite anecdotal evidence from their own experiences. While these experiences might be valid, they lack broader statistical support." Which of the following BEST reflects the author's potential bias?

• Reliance on statistical data.

• Overemphasis on personal anecdotes.

• Objective analysis of social media trends.

• Balanced presentation of opposing views.

A student reads a news article about a new government policy. Which strategy best demonstrates critical reading?

• Sharing the article on social media without verifying its claims.     

• Checking the author’s credentials and analyzing possible biases.

• Taking notes only on the information that supports personal opinions.

• Accepting the information without question if the source is well-known.

An advertisement states: "90% of users reported healthier skin after using our product." What is the BEST way to evaluate this claim?

• Look at customer reviews to see if people have similar experiences.

• Check if the study includes a large sample size and a controlled experiment.

• Determine if the product is popular and widely recommended by influencers.

• Compare the product's price with other brands to determine its effectiveness.

"In Bangar, along the coastal areas near Barangay Paratong Norte, residents have observed increasing erosion of the shoreline during recent typhoon seasons. This erosion is impacting local fishponds and causing saltwater intrusion into nearby rice fields. Additionally, the residents have noticed a decrease in the mangrove population, which traditionally acted as a natural barrier against wave action. Scientists have determined that the sand being removed from the shoreline is being used in local construction projects, and that the increased wave action is due in part to the loss of the Mangroves. The local Barangay council is debating whether to prioritize the construction of a concrete seawall, or to implement a large mangrove reforestation project."

Considering the principles of coastal ecology and sustainable development, which of the following BEST represents a scientifically reasoned evaluation of the long-term effectiveness of the proposed seawall versus the mangrove reforestation project in addressing the shoreline erosion in Barangay Paratong Norte?

• Because they both seek to lessen the impact of waves, the seawall and the mangrove reforestation project will be equally effective in stopping shoreline erosion.  

• The concrete seawall is the best way to stop additional erosion because it will offer both immediate and long-term protection from wave action.

• Whereas the mangroves might not regrow quickly enough to halt the current erosion, the seawall is the best choice because it will stop all erosion.   

• A more environmentally friendly and sustainable solution will be provided by the mangrove reforestation project, which will improve biodiversity, stabilize the shoreline naturally, and offer erosion protection over the long run.