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WorksheetsSecond Quarter Test Reviewer
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
Directions: Carefully read the following article then choose the best answer to the questions that follow.
(Paragraph 1) As online learning becomes more common and more and more resources are converted to digital form, some people have suggested that public libraries should be shut down and, in their place, everyone should be given an iPad with an e-reader subscription.
(Paragraph 2) Proponents of this idea state that it will save local cities and towns money because libraries are expensive to maintain. They also believe it will encourage more people to read because they won’t have to travel to a library to get a book; they can simply click on what they want to read and read it from wherever they are. They could also access more materials because libraries won’t have to buy physical copies of books; they can simply rent out as many digital copies as they need.
(Paragraph 3) However, it would be a serious mistake to replace libraries with tablets. First, digital books and resources are associated with less learning and more problems than print resources. A study done on tablet vs book reading found that people read 20-30% slower on tablets, retain 20% less information, and understand 10% less of what they read compared to people who read the same information in print.
(Paragraph 4) Second, it is incredibly narrow-minded to assume that the only service libraries offer is book lending. Libraries have a multitude of benefits, and many are only available if the library has a physical location. Some of these benefits include acting as a quiet study space, giving people a way to converse with their neighbors, holding classes on a variety of topics, providing jobs, answering patron questions, and keeping the community connected.
(Paragraph 5) While replacing libraries with tablets may seem like a simple solution, it would encourage people to spend even more time looking at digital screens, despite the myriad issues surrounding them. It would also end access to many of the benefits of libraries that people have come to rely on. In many areas, libraries are such an important part of the community network that they could never be replaced by a simple object.
What is the text all about?
Shutting down of public libraries
Replacing libraries with iPads or tablets
Benefits of public libraries
Problems with digital resources
Which paragraph in the above essay supports the underlined phrase “everyone should be given an iPad with an e-reader subscription” in the first paragraph?
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What evidential support is used in the third paragraph?
interview transcript
narrative report
observation notes
research study
What can be inferred in Paragraph 5?
Tablets can replace libraries.
Libraries cannot be replaced with tablets.
Tablets can end all the benefits of libraries.
Libraries provide the best learning resources.
What characteristic of argumentative text is evident in the article above?
It also discusses the other side of the issue.
It provides only one evidential support to the writer's stand.
It includes sentences that supports the thesis statement only.
It did not give the readers a chance to evaluate the opposing arguments.
Identify the sentences below as FACT, OPINION, or ASSERTION then choose the letter of the correct answer. 11. The Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an unprecedented assault on Israel on 7 October.
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Opinion
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Children of divorced parents can face emotional and psychological challenges, such as issues with self-esteem, academic struggles, and difficulties with relationships later in life.
Claim of fact
Claim of value
Claim of policy
Speed limit around schools must be 30 kph, along with other road safety measures, to keep children and the public safe from road traffic accidents. Former Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan
Claim of fact
Claim of value
Claim of policy
Not having children has made some aspects of life easier than having kids.
Claim of fact
Claim of value
Claim of policy
If your dream getaway includes tropical islands, stunning landscapes, and endless adventures, then the Philippines is your best choice. With over 7,000 islands to explore, this paradise offers the perfect blend of nature, vibrant culture, and thrilling activities that will leave you in awe.
Claim of fact
Claim of value
Claim of policy
Living as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex (LGBTI) person can be life-threatening in a number of countries across the globe.
Claim of fact
Claim of value
Claim of policy
What is the purpose of the speaker in asking the question in Line 3 that leads to his own answer in line 4?
A. To evoke emotion
B. To engage the audience
C. To emphasize a statement
D. To predict the audience's questions
How is the rhetorical question used in Line 7?
A. To engage the audience
B. To personalize the question
C. To predict the audience's questions
D. To answer a question with a question
How does a rhetorical question enhance persuasion in an argument?
A. By directly instructing the audience on what to think.
B. By presenting statistical data to support the argument.
C. By leading the audience to reflect on the speaker’s point of view.
D. By providing definitive answers to the audience’s questions.
Carefully read and analyze the excerpt below then choose the best answer to the questions that follow. (1) I'm a writer. (2) Part of what I do to make my living is I go and give speeches at conferences like this. And I, I get paid, right? As one would. And, um, it's that money that I use to make my living. (3) So how much is Google paying me for this? (4) Zero. (5) A company with what? Fifty billion dollars in the bank and they don't have a dime for poor little old Malcolm. Now, we could talk at length about what this says about Google, but I - that's not what interests me. (6) What interests me is what that says about me. (7) Why on earth would I say yes... under such a circumstance? (8) Why? You know, I'm busy. My time is valuable. Why did I fly all the way out here across the country, to give away my intellectual property for free? In fact, it wasn't even free! I had to print out my speech this morning in the Business Center. And, um, this is, uh, this is the bill, it cost me $9.87. (9) It's costing me to be here. In which scenario would a rhetorical question be most effective?
Explaining the steps of a scientific process.
Convincing an audience during a motivational speech.
Reporting data in a research paper.
Providing instructions for assembling furniture.
Why might an author choose to end an essay with a rhetorical question?
To summarize the essay’s main points.
To leave the reader with a thought-provoking idea or call to action.
To restate their thesis in a straightforward manner.
To provide a clear solution to the issue discussed.
What makes a live weather report multimodal?
It combines elements.
It combines images and voice to make meaning.
It combines linguistic, audio, visual, and gestural elements.
It combines linguistic, audio, visual, gestural, and spatial elements.
Which of the following uses most of the multimodal elements?
A magazine ad combining text (slogan), images (product photos), and layout design to persuade consumers.
TikTok videos that combine visuals, text overlays, sound effects, and music.
Instagram posts where images are paired with captions, hashtags, and emojis to convey meaning.
A traffic sign that combines a visual symbol (e.g., pedestrian crossing) with text instructions.
How does the interplay of visual, linguistic, and spatial elements in a multimodal text influence the reader’s interpretation?
It only highlights the linguistic component, minimizing the impact of visuals and spatial arrangement.
It creates a cohesive message where each element contributes to meaning, depending on cultural and social contexts.
It confuses the reader by presenting too many elements that are disconnected.
It limits the reader’s ability to form personal interpretations due to over-reliance on visuals.
Which of the following print materials combine spatial, linguistic, and visual elements?
A. [Image of hands holding a phone]
B. [Image of a sign saying 'GOOD VIBES ONLY']
C. [Image of a lunch special menu]
D. [Image of a burger ad with text and images]
What modes of texts will be combined if the above infographics will be aired through a radio infomercial?
audio and spatial
audio and visual
audio and linguistic
visual and linguistic
In the paragraph below, which sentence is the thesis statement that states the main topic of the essay?
sentence 4
sentence 2
sentence 5
sentence 1
What makes a strong thesis statement in an argumentative essay?
It clearly presents the writer’s claim and outlines the main points of the argument.
It is vague and open to multiple interpretations making it more interesting to the readers.
It avoids taking a stance to remain neutral to give the readers options.
It uses emotional language to appeal to the reader to appear convincing.
Which of the following is an essential component of an argumentative essay?
A. A detailed plot and characters
B. A balanced presentation of evidence supporting and opposing the thesis
C. An emotional appeal with logical reasoning
D. A collection of related facts and studies
According to the counterargument below, minors should not be allowed to make significant decisions about their gender identity because _________________.
they are not yet intellectually and emotionally mature to decide their gender preference.
they have already made a permanent decision about their gender.
they are legally required to change their gender identity.
they are encouraged by society to make such decisions early.
Which of the following studies does NOT support the counterargument in number 39?
The Role of Parents in Their Children’s Gender Identity
Adolescent Brain Development and Decision-Making
Medical Decision-Making Competence (MDC) in Transgender Youth
Gender Identity Formation in Adolescents
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Formulate a statement of fact, opinion or assertion.
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Formulate claims of fact, policy, and value.
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Compose texts which include multimodal elements.
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Identify parts and features of argumentative essays.
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