Free Printable ENGLISH

1.

I.Grammar

The following sentences may contain errors in formal written English. Choose the letter which corresponds to the part of the sentence that contains the error. If there is no error, choose the letter E.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

2.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

3.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

4.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

5.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

6.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

7.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

8.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

9.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

10.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

11.

Completing Sentences: Select the letter of the word that best completes the sentences below.

The boss never fails to have his usual breakfast of bacon and eggs ____ coffee at the little coffee shop by the corner.

a)

A. of

b)

B. and

c)

C. with

d)

D. or

12.

The Brazilian football team’s goals-per-game ratio was much higher _____.

a)

A. than Germany

b)

B. as Germany's

c)

C. as Germany

d)

D. than Germany's

13.

The usage of solar powered cells and vastly more efficient batteries _____ dramatically lowered energy costs.

a)

A. have

b)

B. has

c)

C. will

d)

D. have not

14.

Isaac Newton, the father of modern Physics, did most of his work _____ the University of Cambridge.

a)

A. over

b)

B. on

c)

C. li

d)

D. at

15.

Between bacon and ham, I certainly believe that bacon _____.

a)

A. is best

b)

B. is the worst

c)

C. is better

d)

D. is

16.

II. Vocabulary

Instruction: Using context clues, choose the option whose meaning is closest to that of the underlined word in the sentence.

Emma Woodhouse is a handsome woman, consistent with her single-mindedness.

a)

A. A woman with a beautiful face

b)

B. A woman with a mature face

c)

C. A woman with a man‘s good looks

d)

D. A woman with a stubborn demeanor

e)

E. A woman with imposing good looks

17.

Despite the early loss of her mother, Emma has a happy disposition.

a)

A. character

b)

B. heart

c)

C. home

d)

D. life

e)

E. situation

18.

Her solitude after Miss Taylor‘s wedding is certainly going to vex her.

a)

A. abhor

b)

B. annoy

c)

C. incense

d)

D. insult

e)

E. tease

19.

Emma‘s indulgent father gives her everything she asks for.

a)

A. affectionate

b)

B. diligent

c)

C. generous

d)

D. loving

e)

E. wealthy

20.

When her mother died, Emma became the mistress of the house.

a)

A. A woman who is married

b)

B. A woman having an illicit affair

c)

C. A woman in a position of authority

d)

D. A woman who owns her own house

e)

E. A woman who earns her living by sewing

21.

Emma and Miss Taylor‘s intimacy is seldom seen considering their disparate

situations in life.

a)

A. alliance

b)

B. attachment

c)

C. attraction

d)

D. partnership

e)

E. relationship

22.

Emma and Miss Taylor are like sisters; the latter‘s position as governess is only

nominal

a)

A. fictitious

b)

B. fitting

c)

C. temporary

d)

D. titular

e)

E. traditional

23.

Mr. Woodhouse must esteem Miss Taylor‘s wisdom to employ her as his daughter‘s governess

a)

A. admire

b)

B. believe

c)

C. engage

d)

D. share

e)

E. trust

24.

Emma‘s unrestrained self-confidence tends to alloy her good life.

a)

A. bind

b)

B. blend

c)

C. demean

d)

D. ruin

e)

E. unify

25.

Miss Taylor‘s happy marriage is going to bring Emma unperceived distress.

a)

A. unacceptable

b)

B. undeniable

c)

C. undisputed

d)

D. unexpected

e)

E. unwelcome

26.

III. Reading Comprehension

This test measures your ability to process text, understand its meaning, and to integrate with what the reader already knows.

Roman got 85% in his Math exam in the last quarter and 87% this quarter. Which

sentence best describes Roman’s scores?

a)

A. Roman’s Math scores had improved.

b)

B. Roman’s Math scores have improved.

c)

C. Roman’s Math scores will have improved.

d)

D. Roman’s Math scores have been improved.

27.

A group of students submitted a report on renewable energy. Which of the following

rephrases the sentence above?

a)

A. A report on renewable energy was submitted by a group of students.

b)

B. A report on renewable energy is submitted by a group of students.

c)

C. A report on renewable energy were submitted by a group of students.

d)

D. A report on renewable energy had been submitted by a group of students.

28.

Men and women differ in childhood socialization. Girls create friendships by exchanging secrets while boys establish bonds by doing things together. Which of the following is a good paraphrase for this passage?

a)

A. There is a gender difference among children as girls like spilling secrets while boys like playing games.

b)

B. There are gender differences in childhood socialization since girls like sharing secrets and boys like doing things as a group.

c)

C. Girls’ bond over sharing secrets and boys’ preference for doing activities together

show gender differences when children socialize.

d)

D. Girls like intimate sharing of secrets while boys enjoy playing games, so they are

different in their childhood socialization.

29.

Which of the following sentences has a different meaning?

a)

A. Technology-mediated communication which uses various media has changed

how people build relationships.

b)

B. Technology-mediated communication has changed how people use various media to build relationships.

c)

C. Technology-mediated communication has changed how people build relationships through various media.

d)

D. Technology-mediated communication through various media has changed how

relationships are built among people.

30.

“Leadership is not about education or job experience. It is not about power or charisma. And it is not about social class or distinction. As John Maxwell once wrote, ‘Leadership is influence. Nothing more, nothing less.’ And by this definition, every man, woman and child in this nation of 90 million is a leader in his or her own right.” - John Xavier R. Valdes- (2009)

Which of the following restates the author’s main idea?

a)

A. Anyone can be a leader who belong in this nation

b)

B. Anyone who has power and charisma can be a leader.

c)

C. Anyone is capable of leadership which is defined as influence.

d)

C. Anyone is capable of leadership which is defined as influence.

31.

(1)A strand of spider’s silk is one of the strongest substances in the world. (2) It can hold five times more weight than a similar strand of steel. (3) The silk is extremely elastic. (4) A strand can stretch to twice its original length before breaking.

How can this paragraph be improved?

a)

A. Use “Moreover” to begin sentence 3 to improve coherence.

b)

B. Add the phrase “of spider’s silk” in sentence 4 to improve clarity.

c)

C. Mention examples of other substances to improve content.

d)

D. Replace sentence 2 with another detail to improve unity.

32.

(1) Telescopes opened our eyes to the modern age of astronomy. (2) It was Galileo who first used this instrument to observe the skies up close. (3) Through the telescope, Galileo discovered that moons orbit around Jupiter. (4) Scientists after him then discovered that there are eight moons in the said planet. (5) Early telescopes were able to show that the sun and not the Earth is the center of the universe. (6) The more advanced telescopes that came later revealed geography and weather on the planets in the solar system. (7) Telescopes also helped in studying phenomena in the physical world like the speed of light and gravity. (8) The wise use of telescopes made us better understand our universe.

What is the purpose of sentence 8?

a)

A. To draw an inference

b)

B. To provide an illustration

c)

C. To conclude the paragraph

d)

D. To restate the first sentence

33.

(1) Telescopes opened our eyes to the modern age of astronomy. (2) It was Galileo who first used this instrument to observe the skies up close. (3) Through the telescope, Galileo discovered that moons orbit around Jupiter. (4) Scientists after him then discovered that there are eight moons in the said planet. (5) Early telescopes were able to show that the sun and not the Earth is the center of the universe. (6) The more advanced telescopes that came later revealed geography and weather on the planets in the solar system. (7) Telescopes also helped in studying phenomena in the physical world like the speed of light and gravity. (8) The wise use of telescopes made us better understand our universe.

How did telescopes help in discovering the wonders in space?

a)

A. Telescopes studied gravity and speed of light.

b)

B. Scientists used telescopes to learn about planets.

c)

C. Galileo discovered moons orbiting around Jupiter.

d)

D. Astronomy became modern because of telescopes.

34.

(1) Telescopes opened our eyes to the modern age of astronomy. (2) It was Galileo who first used this instrument to observe the skies up close. (3) Through the telescope, Galileo discovered that moons orbit around Jupiter. (4) Scientists after him then discovered that there are eight moons in the said planet. (5) Early telescopes were able to show that the sun and not the Earth is the center of the universe. (6) The more advanced telescopes that came later revealed geography and weather on the planets in the solar system. (7) Telescopes also helped in studying phenomena in the physical world like the speed of light and gravity. (8) The wise use of telescopes made us better understand our universe.

The use of telescopes led to important discoveries. Which sentences support this?

a)

A. Sentences 3 and 5

b)

B. Sentences 1 and 8

c)

C. Sentences 2 and 6

d)

D. Sentences 6 and 7

35.

(1) Renewable energy is more cost-efficient and environment-friendly than fossil fuels. The process of generating it relies on wind, sun, water, and organic matter. (2) Since these energy sources are abundant and easily replenished, the cost of electricity is not too expensive. (3) In contrast, fossil fuels depend on limited resources that may eventually deplete, thus the cost of electricity can considerably increase. (4) Electricity generated from

renewable sources is also more beneficial to nature. (5) Technologies that produce

renewable energy have minimal emissions that harm the atmosphere, while coal-fired

power plants release harmful emissions that contribute to global warming.

What pattern of paragraph development is evident in the passage?

a)

A. cause-effect

b)

B. problem-solution

c)

C. definition by example

d)

D. comparison-contrast

36.

(1) Renewable energy is more cost-efficient and environment-friendly than fossil fuels. The process of generating it relies on wind, sun, water, and organic matter. (2) Since these energy sources are abundant and easily replenished, the cost of electricity is not too expensive. (3) In contrast, fossil fuels depend on limited resources that may eventually deplete, thus the cost of electricity can considerably increase. (4) Electricity generated from

renewable sources is also more beneficial to nature. (5) Technologies that produce

renewable energy have minimal emissions that harm the atmosphere, while coal-fired

power plants release harmful emissions that contribute to global warming.

If you are to use the author’s claims to

advocate the use of renewable energy, which of the following should be emphasized?

a)

A. The reduced cost of electricity helps consumers.

b)

B. The environment benefits from the use of renewable energy.

c)

C. The use of renewable energy benefits people and the environment.

d)

D. The need for alternative energy resource demands increased attention

37.

(1) Renewable energy is more cost-efficient and environment-friendly than fossil fuels. The process of generating it relies on wind, sun, water, and organic matter. (2) Since these energy sources are abundant and easily replenished, the cost of electricity is not too expensive. (3) In contrast, fossil fuels depend on limited resources that may eventually deplete, thus the cost of electricity can considerably increase. (4) Electricity generated from

renewable sources is also more beneficial to nature. (5) Technologies that produce

renewable energy have minimal emissions that harm the atmosphere, while coal-fired

power plants release harmful emissions that contribute to global warming.

An infographic based on the passage will be designed to inform the public about the advantages of renewable energy. How should the information be presented?

a)

A. Enumerate the disadvantages of fossil fuels.

b)

B. Describe the process of producing renewable energy.

c)

C. Draw charts that indicate difference in cost of electricity.

d)

D. Show a comparison of renewable energy and fossil fuels.

38.

Choose the option that best expresses the same idea as the sentence below.

The cancellation of the Taal field trip turned out to be a blessing in disguise because all

who went to Tagaytay are still stuck in traffic jams until now.

a)

A. If not for the typhoon, the Taal field trip wouldn’t have been cancelled and also

no traffic jams in Tagaytay now.

b)

B. It’s a good thing that the Taal field trip was cancelled because of the typhoon and

the traffic jams.

c)

C. The cancellation of the Taal field trip was an unexpected flash of luck.

d)

D. The cancellation of the Taal field trip was disappointing, but it turned out for the

best after all.

39.

Choose the option that best expresses the same idea as the sentence below.

I know I will pass the scholarship test because I’ve prepared well for it.

a)

A. I will pass the scholarship test because I know I’ve prepared well for it.

b)

B. I will pass the scholarship test because I’ve prepared well for it I know.

c)

C. I’ve prepared well for it, so I know I will pass it.

d)

D. I’ve prepared well for the scholarship test, so I know I will pass it.

40.

Which of the following pairs of sentences is the conjunction YET be best used?

a)

A. The boy found money in the classroom. He surrendered it to the teacher.

b)

B. The little girl likes the color blue. She also likes the color yellow.

c)

C. The mother promised to bring her son to the movies. He finished his

assignments on time.

d)

D. The student is not feeling well. She still attended her classes.

41.

Yumi began working in the bank in 2009. She still works in the same bank now and recently received a Loyalty Award.

Which sentence is true about Yumi?

a)

A. Yumi is working in the bank since 2009.

b)

B. Yumi was working in the bank since 2009.

c)

C. Yumi has been working in the bank since 2009.

d)

D. Yumi had been working in the bank since 2009.

42.

The number of teen mothers continue to increase. Stronger programs on sex education and responsible parenting are needed.

Which of the following is a good paraphrase for this passage?

a)

A. Programs on sex education and responsible parenting address the problem of teenage mothers.

b)

B. Sex education and responsible parenting programs must be developed to address

the growing number of teenage pregnancies.

c)

C. Teenage pregnancies can be prevented by stronger programs on sex education

and responsible parenting.

d)

D. The number of teenage mothers continuously grow that better programs on sex education and responsible parenting are a must.

43.

Which of the following sentences has a different meaning?

a)

A. Today, the result of the qualifying examination which I took last month will be

released.

b)

B. The result of last month’s qualifying examination which I took will be released

today.

c)

C. The result of the qualifying examination today is what I took last month.

d)

D. The result of the qualifying examination that I took last month will be released

Today.

44.

.(1) Mathematics is the key to opportunity. (2) No longer just the language of science,

mathematics now contributes in direct and fundamental ways to our daily life and nation building. (3) For students, it opens doors to careers. (4) For citizens, it enables informed decisions. (5) For nations, it provides knowledge to compete in a technological economy. (6) To

participate fully in the world of the future, we must tap the power of mathematics.

According to the passage, why is Mathematics considered important?

a)

A. Mathematics make daily life more manageable as math knowledge guide in

making practical decisions.

b)

B. Mathematics inform nations to become more competitive in the global economy

through adapting relevant technologies.

c)

C. Mathematics helps students find financially and professionally rewarding careers

in different fields, thus improving the quality of their lives.

d)

D. Mathematics does not only provide opportunities for improving personal and

professional lives of people but also opportunities for developing the economy of

a nation.

45.

.(1) Mathematics is the key to opportunity. (2) No longer just the language of science,

mathematics now contributes in direct and fundamental ways to our daily life and nation building. (3) For students, it opens doors to careers. (4) For citizens, it enables informed decisions. (5) For nations, it provides knowledge to compete in a technological economy. (6) To

participate fully in the world of the future, we must tap the power of mathematics.

Mathematics is the key to opportunity. Which sentence does not directly support this?

a)

A. Sentences 3

b)

B. Sentences 4

c)

C. Sentences 5

d)

D. Sentences 6

46.

.(1) Mathematics is the key to opportunity. (2) No longer just the language of science,

mathematics now contributes in direct and fundamental ways to our daily life and nation building. (3) For students, it opens doors to careers. (4) For citizens, it enables informed decisions. (5) For nations, it provides knowledge to compete in a technological economy. (6) To

participate fully in the world of the future, we must tap the power of mathematics.

What is the purpose of sentence 6?

a)

A. To draw an inference

b)

B. To provide an illustration

c)

C. To conclude the paragraph

d)

D. To restate the first sentence

47.

(1) Metabolism is a biochemical process wherein what we eat and drink are converted into energy. (2) Calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release energy our body needs. (3) The number of calories burned by the body to carry out its basic functions, like breathing and growing cells, is technically called metabolic rate—also known as metabolism. (4) There are several factors that determine how much calories our body burns each day. (5) Body size, sex, and age are some of these factors. (6) Digesting food and physical activity also affect one’s basal metabolism.

What pattern of paragraph development is evident in the passage?

a)

A. cause-effect

b)

B. classification

c)

C. process

d)

D. definition

48.

(1) Metabolism is a biochemical process wherein what we eat and drink are converted into energy. (2) Calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release energy our body needs. (3) The number of calories burned by the body to carry out its basic functions, like breathing and growing cells, is technically called metabolic rate—also known as metabolism. (4) There are several factors that determine how much calories our body burns each day. (5) Body size, sex, and age are some of these factors. (6) Digesting food and physical activity also affect one’s basal metabolism.

If you are to explain the effectiveness of the paragraph in achieving its purpose, which of

the following will NOT support your claim?

a)

A. Relevant details were included.

b)

B. Technical terms were clarified.

c)

C. Examples were used to explain concepts.

d)

D. Research data were used to validate the information.

49.

(1) Metabolism is a biochemical process wherein what we eat and drink are converted into energy. (2) Calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release energy our body needs. (3) The number of calories burned by the body to carry out its basic functions, like breathing and growing cells, is technically called metabolic rate—also known as metabolism. (4) There are several factors that determine how much calories our body burns each day. (5) Body size, sex, and age are some of these factors. (6) Digesting food and physical activity also affect one’s basal metabolism.

An infographic based on the passage will be designed to illustrate “Metabolism.” How

should the information be presented?

a)

A. Construct a paragraph that explains “Metabolism” as a process.

b)

B. Draw a concept map plotting the important details about “Metabolism.”

c)

C. Illustrate the digestive system that shows a graphic representation of metabolic rate.

d)

D. Make a table that indicates the factors that affect metabolic rate.

50.

(1) Metabolism is a biochemical process wherein what we eat and drink are converted into energy. (2) Calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release energy our body needs. (3) The number of calories burned by the body to carry out its basic functions, like breathing and growing cells, is technically called metabolic rate—also known as metabolism. (4) There are several factors that determine how much calories our body burns each day. (5) Body size, sex, and age are some of these factors. (6) Digesting food and physical activity also affect one’s basal metabolism.

You need to state the gist of the passage in a sentence. Which of the following do you

think best captures it?

a)

A. Metabolism is the process of burning calories to support body functions.

b)

B. Metabolism is affected by several factors like age and hormones.

c)

C. Metabolism support digestion and physical activity.

d)

D. Metabolism is another term for metabolic rate.

51.

Which underlined part of the sentence shows an ERROR?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

52.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

53.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

54.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

55.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

56.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

57.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

58.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

59.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

60.

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

ENGLISH

Total questions: 60

Worksheet time: 31mins

Similar Resources on Wayground