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Directions: Read each statement carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Significant problems, issues, or topics that affect the world, society, community, or individuals are called what?
real-world issue
community linkages
critical issues
conflict
Directions: Read each statement carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Which expository text structure is used in writing how-to articles?
cause and effect
problem and solution
comparison and contrast
sequence
Directions: Read each statement carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Refer to the diagram showing four graphic organizers: A Timeline, B Fishbone, C Cycle/Circle, and D Venn Diagram. What graphic organizer is used to organize information for a comparison and contrast article?
Timeline
Fishbone
Cycle/Circle
Venn Diagram
Directions: Read each statement carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. In understanding the author’s purpose, if the tone is serious, the vocabulary choices are formal, and the sentence structures are short and direct, what is the author’s intention?
to entertain
to inform
to persuade
to narrate
Directions: Read carefully the text below. Answer the questions that follows. Our Oceans in Peril: The Silent Threat of Acidification — The text explains that the fizzing reaction you see when you pour vinegar on baking soda is caused by a chemical process called acidification, and that a similar process is happening in our oceans due to excess carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. As human activities like burning fossil fuels release more CO2, some of it is absorbed by the oceans, making the water more acidic and disrupting marine ecosystems. Acidic water weakens shells and skeletons made of calcium carbonate, threatening organisms like coral reefs and shellfish and disrupting food chains. Scientists are still researching the full impact, but ocean acidification poses a serious threat to the health of oceans and marine life. What is the main topic or issue discussed in the text?
the threat of carbon dioxide in the ocean
the threat of baking soda in the ocean
the threat of acidification in the ocean
general threats about the ocean
Complete the sentence. Excess ______ in the atmosphere can be harmful as it gets absorbed by the oceans.
oxygen
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
baking soda
What is the effect of acidification in the oceans?
It helps the ocean produce more marine life.
It disrupts the delicate balance of marine ecosystem.
It disrupts the ecosystem.
It helps balance marine ecosystem.
What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?
to argue
to inform
to entertain
to persuade
Acceptable statement that can be proven true based on objective evidence.
Fact
Opinion
Statement
Observation
Is a statement of feelings or viewpoints about a subject that may not be based on evidence or may not be verifiable through factual accounts.
Fact
Opinion
Statement
Observation
A fact is an event that happens, is happening, or has ______.
happen
happens
happened
to happen
An opinion may be believed to exist or have occurred, but the evidence may not be ______ and reliable.
subjective
cooperative
supportive
objective
A propaganda technique that the information is associated with individuals to create an image that values common people or the masses.
Testimonial
Stereotyping
Plain folks
Fear appeal
Negative words are used to create an emotional response, often aimed at discrediting someone or to create a negative opinion about someone.
Testimonial
Stereotyping
Plain folks
Fear appeal
This propaganda technique aims to give the readers or audience an idea about the possible frightening or horrible circumstance and how it can be avoided.
Testimonial
Stereotyping
Plain folks
Fear appeal
A propaganda technique that uses famous or authoritative persons are featured to make a statement about the issue.
Testimonial
Stereotyping
Plain folks
Fear appeal
In the author’s purpose of entertaining the target audience, what vocabulary choices will he use?
formal
strong verbs
descriptive
both A and C
Understanding the author's ______ and intended audience helps you grasp the message's meaning.
intention
purpose
objective
idea
It means choosing the most likely explanation from the facts at hand.
Arguing
Drawing inferences
Guessing
Quoting
______ information from different sources helps you comprehensively understand a topic.
Synthesizing
Paraphrasing
Acquiring
Getting
A graphic organizer that helps summarizes the order of events, or the steps to follow in doing or making something.
T-chart
Venn Diagram
Timeline
Fishbone
Which graphic organizer will you use in describing how two or more things are alike and/or different?
Circle cycle
Timeline
Fishbone
Venn Diagram
A graphic organizer that helps explain why or how something happens or exists.
Cause and Effect chart
Fishbone
T-chart
Timeline
Tells the problem(s), and sometimes why it/they exist(s), and how it can be solved. What graphic organizer will you use?
Steps/Direction
Venn Diagram
Timeline
Fishbone
A technique in writing that pertains to the manner of using a person’s exact words or statements within a text while acknowledging the source of information.
Summarizing
Paraphrasing
Synthesizing
Quoting
Involves rewording most of the words or phrases are rephrased.
Summarizing
Paraphrasing
Synthesizing
Quoting
Condensing a larger portion of text, conversation, or an event into a brief and concise version.
Summarizing
Paraphrasing
Synthesizing
Quoting
What punctuation mark is used to separate the word/phrase signal and the original text?
comma
semi-colon
period
quotation marks
It is a must to use accurate and truthful information in writing a journalistic text, particularly news. What writing style is emphasized in the statement?
simplicity
brevity
summarization
precision
The style used in writing journalistic text that provides accurate and specific information without ambiguity.
simplicity
brevity
precision
paraphrasing
Conveying the most important information concisely.
simplicity
brevity
precision
quoting
A writing style that uses straightforward and easy to understand words.
simplicity
brevity
precision
summarization
Read and understand the excerpt and answer the question. Imagine a world where machines can create things just like humans! This is the promise of Generative AI, a branch of artificial intelligence that focuses on generating entirely new content. Unlike traditional AI that analyzes existing data, Generative AI takes inspiration from the world around it and uses that knowledge to produce something entirely new. Think about it — Generative AI can create realistic images based on a simple text description. It can compose music that mimics the style of your favorite artist. It can even write stories that unfold in unexpected ways. The possibilities are truly endless! What is the topic all about?
Generative AI
Traditional AI
Machines
Humans
Read and understand the excerpt and answer the question. Imagine a world where machines can create things just like humans! This is the promise of Generative AI, a branch of artificial intelligence that focuses on generating entirely new content. Unlike traditional AI that analyzes existing data, Generative AI takes inspiration from the world around it and uses that knowledge to produce something entirely new. Think about it — Generative AI can create realistic images based on a simple text description. It can compose music that mimics the style of your favorite artist. It can even write stories that unfold in unexpected ways. The possibilities are truly endless! Generative AI takes inspiration from the world around it and uses that knowledge to produce something entirely new and can create ______ based on a simple text description.
compose music
write stories
create things
realistic images
Read and understand the excerpt and answer the question. Imagine a world where machines can create things just like humans! This is the promise of Generative AI, a branch of artificial intelligence that focuses on generating entirely new content. Unlike traditional AI that analyzes existing data, Generative AI takes inspiration from the world around it and uses that knowledge to produce something entirely new. Think about it — Generative AI can create realistic images based on a simple text description. It can compose music that mimics the style of your favorite artist. It can even write stories that unfold in unexpected ways. The possibilities are truly endless! What is the tone of the text?
serious
funny
entertaining
persuasive
Read and understand the excerpt and answer the question. Imagine a world where machines can create things just like humans! This is the promise of Generative AI, a branch of artificial intelligence that focuses on generating entirely new content. Unlike traditional AI that analyzes existing data, Generative AI takes inspiration from the world around it and uses that knowledge to produce something entirely new. Think about it — Generative AI can create realistic images based on a simple text description. It can compose music that mimics the style of your favorite artist. It can even write stories that unfold in unexpected ways. The possibilities are truly endless! What is the purpose of the author?
to entertain
to inform
to persuade
to narrate
In your Social Studies class, you were asked to interview people involved in the fiesta celebration preparations (e.g., tourism officers and church officials) and ask about the usual challenges they face during these preparations and their intended plan of action or solution. Once you make a report on the data you gathered, what expository text structure will you use?
cause and effect
problem and solution
comparison and contrast
sequence
Read the paragraph below and identify its structure. Though celebrating Philippine festivals benefits the locality where they are celebrated, people may encounter a few problems during these gatherings. One of these is the heavy traffic experienced by motorists. Another is the increase in the demand for products, like food items, which also means an increase in prices. Lastly, prices of hotels and flight tickets tend to be higher.
cause and effect
problem and solution
comparison and contrast
sequence
Below are the titles of articles; which among the following do you think is an expository text that most likely uses the problem and solution structure?
Steps in the Writing Process
Expository vs. Narrative Text
Five Common Mistakes in Writing
Challenges in Writing and How to Overcome Them
What is the first thing to do in analyzing real-world issues?
Identify the evidence used.
Know the author’s perspective.
Know the implications.
Identify the issue(theme).
Directions: Read and analyze the text and answer the questions. The world's demand for energy is constantly growing. As our population increases and technology advances, we need more ways to power our homes, businesses, and transportation. Fossil fuels like coal and oil have been the main source of energy for many years, but they contribute to pollution and climate change. Renewable energy sources, like solar, wind, and geothermal power, offer a cleaner and more sustainable alternative. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, wind turbines capture the power of the wind, and geothermal energy harnesses the heat from the Earth's core. These renewable resources can be replenished naturally and produce minimal greenhouse gas emissions. However, there are also challenges associated with renewable energy. Solar panels can be expensive to install, and wind turbines can sometimes disrupt wildlife habitats. Despite these challenges, many countries are investing in renewable energy sources to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and create a cleaner future. What is the text all about?
about renewable resources
demand for energy
population increase
solar panels
Directions: Read and analyze the text and answer the questions. The world's demand for energy is constantly growing. As our population increases and technology advances, we need more ways to power our homes, businesses, and transportation. Fossil fuels like coal and oil have been the main source of energy for many years, but they contribute to pollution and climate change. Renewable energy sources, like solar, wind, and geothermal power, offer a cleaner and more sustainable alternative. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, wind turbines capture the power of the wind, and geothermal energy harnesses the heat from the Earth's core. These renewable resources can be replenished naturally and produce minimal greenhouse gas emissions. However, there are also challenges associated with renewable energy. Solar panels can be expensive to install, and wind turbines can sometimes disrupt wildlife habitats. Despite these challenges, many countries are investing in renewable energy sources to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and create a cleaner future. What is the author's main goal in writing the text?
to inform readers about a new technology
to persuade them to use renewable energy
to entertain them with a story about energy sources
to explain something else
A fact is a generally acceptable statement that can be proven true based on objective evidence. In other words, the statement is;
verifiable by truthful accounts
evidence may not be objective and reliable
feelings or viewpoints
uses signal phrases like, 'I think,' 'I believe,' 'In my opinion', etc.
“I think the iPhone is better than the Android.” Is an example of _____.
Fact
Opinion
Quoting
Paraphrasing
Analyze the texts on box A and B. Which of the two states FACT? Text A: In Mindanao, we do not have Lumad. Lumad is a Visayan term that refers to a native of a certain place. It is not included in the 101 number of IPs in the country. Text B: Mindanao historian Prof. Rudy Rodil in his paper “The Lumads Are Our People, Too!” said that the Lumad are the Indigenous Cultural Communities of Mindanao, namely, in alphabetical order: the Ata, Bagobo, Banwaon, Blaan, Bukidnon, Dibabawon, Higaunon, Mamanwa, Mandaya, Mangguwangan, Manobo, Mansaka, Matigsalog, Subanen, Tagakaolo, Talaandig, T'boli, Teduray, and Ubo.
Text A
Text B
Both Text A and B
None from the choices
Liza watches TV news programs to get updates on the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections 2023. What general type of propaganda is shown in this situation?
black propaganda
white propaganda
testimonial
stereotyping
When false information is posted on Facebook, it tends to mislead and deceive readers. What general type of propaganda is exhibited in this situation?
black propaganda
white propaganda
testimonial
stereotyping
Anna wants to convince her parents to buy her a new designer bag that she watched over a commercial of her idol Kim Chiu. What propaganda technique was use?
Testimonial
Stereotyping
Plain folks
Fear appeal
Read the passage: Monarch butterflies begin life as tiny eggs laid on milkweed plants. These eggs hatch into hungry caterpillars that munch on milkweed leaves. But here's the twist: milkweed contains a toxin that's poisonous to most creatures. However, monarch caterpillars have a remarkable adaptation – they can store the toxin in their bodies. As the caterpillar grows, it forms a chrysalis, a hard shell where an incredible transformation takes place. Inside, the caterpillar's body dissolves and rebuilds itself entirely. When the chrysalis breaks open, a magnificent adult butterfly emerges, complete with the stolen toxin from the milkweed. This stolen toxin becomes a weapon for the adult butterfly. Predators that try to eat a monarch will get a mouthful of the toxin and quickly learn to avoid these brightly colored butterflies in the future. It's a clever survival strategy that allows monarchs to migrate long distances without fear of being eaten. How are the sentence structured?
It uses direct sentences.
It uses compound sentences.
It uses descriptive and varied sentences.
It uses strong and persuasive words.
Read the passage: Monarch butterflies begin life as tiny eggs laid on milkweed plants. These eggs hatch into hungry caterpillars that munch on milkweed leaves. But here's the twist: milkweed contains a toxin that's poisonous to most creatures. However, monarch caterpillars have a remarkable adaptation – they can store the toxin in their bodies. As the caterpillar grows, it forms a chrysalis, a hard shell where an incredible transformation takes place. Inside, the caterpillar's body dissolves and rebuilds itself entirely. When the chrysalis breaks open, a magnificent adult butterfly emerges, complete with the stolen toxin from the milkweed. This stolen toxin becomes a weapon for the adult butterfly. Predators that try to eat a monarch will get a mouthful of the toxin and quickly learn to avoid these brightly colored butterflies in the future. It's a clever survival strategy that allows monarchs to migrate long distances without fear of being eaten. Does the text seem written for a particular group of people? Who do you think the text is intended for?
Learners, who are not interested on butterflies.
The businessman, who wants to sell monarch butterflies.
Learners, teachers, professionals, and other individuals who are interested about monarch butterflies.
None of the above.
Read the passage: Monarch butterflies begin life as tiny eggs laid on milkweed plants. These eggs hatch into hungry caterpillars that munch on milkweed leaves. But here's the twist: milkweed contains a toxin that's poisonous to most creatures. However, monarch caterpillars have a remarkable adaptation – they can store the toxin in their bodies. As the caterpillar grows, it forms a chrysalis, a hard shell where an incredible transformation takes place. Inside, the caterpillar's body dissolves and rebuilds itself entirely. When the chrysalis breaks open, a magnificent adult butterfly emerges, complete with the stolen toxin from the milkweed. This stolen toxin becomes a weapon for the adult butterfly. Predators that try to eat a monarch will get a mouthful of the toxin and quickly learn to avoid these brightly colored butterflies in the future. It's a clever survival strategy that allows monarchs to migrate long distances without fear of being eaten. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?
to persuade
to entertain
to narrate
to argue
Your TLE teacher asks you and your groupmates to summarize a text about on “Ways of cleaning and preserving cooking materials and utensils”. She also asks to use a graphic organizer first for them to easily identify details. What graphic organizer will the group used?
Venn Diagram
Steps/Process chart
Fishbone (Problem–Solutions)
Cycle diagram
The Songkran Festival and the Wattah Wattah or Basaan Festival are alike in some ways and different in others. Both are celebrated in Southeast Asia and are considered religious festivals. However, Songkran is a Buddhist tradition in Thailand, while Basaan is a Catholic celebration in the Philippines in honor of St. John the Baptist. In Songkran and Basaan celebrations, people are allowed to spray water and drench the people joining in the festivity, but this is done for days in Thailand in April, while Basaan is done only on the feast day, June 24th. These celebrations are enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. What graphic organizer will you use to get the important details of the text?
Fishbone (Problem–Solutions)
Alike–Different chart
Cause–Effect chart
Cycle diagram
What graphic organizer will you use with this text? The number of school contenders for the town fiesta’s street dance competition has declined. Schools and the local government units (LGUs) have proposed solutions to this problem. One solution was to ensure that students were excused from some school activities or given more time to complete school tasks. Another solution was for the LGU to subsidize the students’ costumes and props. Lastly, attractive cash prizes are also given to deserving winners.
Timeline
Venn Diagram
Fishbone (Problem–Solutions)
Steps/Process chart
How are you going to paraphrase the following quoted statements? 2019 SEA Games champion Roger Casugay shared in an interview, "We have a brotherhood in surfing, if someone needs help you go".
2019 SEA Games winner Roger Casugay said during the interview they established a family in surfing.
2019 SEA Games winner Roger Casugay said during the interview they created camaraderie in surfing and provided aid to the needful.
2019 SEA Games winner Roger Casugay shared in an interview: We have a brotherhood in surfing. If someone needs help, you go.
2019 SEA Games winner Roger Casugay said during the interview that they created camaraderie in the surfing competition, and they help each other by assisting the ones who need them the most.
In the statement, "A very long time ago, once city in Davao del Norte hosted the first indigenous peoples’ games participated by many tribes.", what writing style is NOT followed?
simplicity
brevity
precision
summarization
You are asked by your English teacher to make a video of you reporting a news gathered and seen from television, radio, or other reliable sources. What appropriate style in writing will you use?
precision
simplicity
brevity
summarization
