SEMI FINAL EXAMINATION IN ENGLISH 7

1.  What tone is typically used in problem-solution essays?

• Emotional and subjective

• Uncertain and speculative

• 1. Confused and disorganized

• 1. Authoritative and persuasive

1. Which of the following is an example of a problem-solution essay topic?

• "My Favorite Hobby"

• 1. "The Importance of Exercise"

• 1. "Climate Change: Causes and Effects"

• 1. "Reducing Plastic Pollution in Oceans" 

1. What distinguishes a problem-solution essay from other types of essays?

• It lacks organization.

• 1. It focuses on fictional stories.

• 1. It contains only personal opinions.

• 1. It presents a problem and proposes solutions.

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective problem-solution essays?

• 1. They focus solely on personal opinions without supporting evidence.

• 1. They use complex jargon that makes the text difficult to understand.

• 1. They present multiple unrelated problems without clear organization.

• 1. They clearly define the problem, analyze its causes, and propose practical solutions.

1. Which of the following best describes the target audience of a problem-solution text?

• 1. Only experts in the field being discussed

• 1. General readers interested in entertainment

• 1. Individuals who enjoy fiction and storytelling

• 1. People seeking information and solutions to specific issues

1. Which of the following text types would best be analyzed as typically utilizing the problem-solution pattern?

• Expository text

• Informative text

• Narrative text

• 1. Persuasive text

For items 7-12, read the passage below, then answer the questions that follow.

7. What is the main idea of the passage below? 

• 1. The use of plastics has increased due to consumer demand.

• 1. Recycling plastic is the only solution to environmental issues.

• 1. Single-use plastics have no significant impact on the environment.

• 1. Plastic pollution is a growing global crisis affecting ecosystems and health.

1. Which of the following statements serves as a supporting detail for the main idea of the passage about plastic pollution?

• 1. Plastic waste is primarily found in urban areas.

• Many countries have banned single-use plastics.

• 1. Plastic pollution affects human health and wildlife.

• Recycling programs have successfully reduced plastic waste.

1.  Which of the following is the appropriate quote for the passage?

• 1. "The use of single-use plastics has no impact on human health."

• 1. "Plastic pollution is a minor issue affecting only a few ecosystems."

• 1. "Recycling efforts have completely solved the problem of plastic waste."

• 1. "Plastic pollution has emerged as a critical global issue, posing serious threats to ecosystems, wildlife, and human health."

1. Which of the following best summarizes the passage about plastic pollution?

• 1. Plastic pollution is a problem that is easily solved with government regulations.

• 1. Recycling programs have successfully reduced the amount of plastic waste in oceans and rivers.

• 1. Plastic pollution is a growing crisis that primarily affects wildlife and has no impact on human health.

• 1. The widespread use of single-use plastics has led to significant waste accumulation, threatening ecosystems and human health, and requires urgent action for sustainability.