English 4th Quarter Review

Headaches can have several causes. One obvious cause is stress. People have hectic lives and frequently have multiple stressors every day, like work, family and money. Another reason for headaches in some people has to do with diet. Some get headaches because they are dependent on caffeine. Other people may be allergic to salt, or they may have low blood sugar. The environment can also cause this uncomfortable condition. Allergies such as household chemicals including polishes, waxes, bug killers, and paint can lead to headaches. Lowering stress, controlling your diet and avoiding allergens can help avoid headaches. Which pattern of development is this?

Astronauts face many challenges in space caused by weightlessness. One of these obstacles is floating around the cabin. To solve this problem, astronauts wear shoes that are coated with a special adhesive. This adhesive sticks to the floor of the cabin. Which pattern of development is this?

It is a group of related sentences developing a central idea. What is it?

(Identify the general idea) There are many kinds of people in the world. Some people are givers. They tend to give freely of themselves to others without expecting anything in return. A second group of people are takers. They often view people as valuable based on how they can benefit or take from the relationship. Many times, these people take what they don't even need.

(Identify the general idea) The color of a metal changes when its temperature changes. When metals become very hot, it begins to glow. First, a metal will glow a dull red color. When the metals become hotter, it changes to a bright red hot. At higher temperatures, it becomes yellow and finally white. The wire inside a light bulb is a common example of a yellow hot metal. When the wire inside becomes yellow-hot, the light bulb glows, or gives light.

1Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. 2Some people are trying to solve this problem. 3Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. 4People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. 5It will take many people working together to solve this problem.

Which statement number can you find the solution?

1Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. 2Some people are trying to solve this problem. 3Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. 4People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. 5It will take many people working together to solve this problem.

Which statement number can you find the problem?

Parents should be fined when their children bully in order to send a message. Some say it is very difficult for parents to manage their children when they leave the house and got to school. Despite this, thirteen million kids are bullied each year and something needs to be done. The fines will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home.

Which statement is the counterclaim?

The three men traveled on horseback. It was a long journey. They rode all day long. It was dark when they reached the camp.

Which statement is the cause?

What pattern of development basically explains the reason why an event or phenomenon occurred and/or what its results could be?

What is referred to as exact, precise fact or description of something mentioned in the text?

How would you know if a text is written in problem-solving text structure? The text would __________.

Which type of text structure describes an issue and gives an answer to it?

What statement addresses opposing viewpoints?

What do you call the writer's position on an issue?

What does the word cause mean? It is _____________.

What is a general plan of a material that is to be presented in a speech or a paper?

What type of outline shows all headings in complete sentences?

What type of outline shows headings in single words or brief phrases?

Which of the following statements is NOT a purpose of an outline?

In expanding outline to a paragraph, what words will be used to achieve coherence?

She has lived in France; _______________, she speaks French fluently.

He is only 17;____________, not eligible to vote.

It is very late; ___________, you must go to bed.

What are these sources which are one step removed from primary sources?

What source of information has first-hand accounts of a topic and is coming from the people who had a direct connection with it?

The following examples are primary sources, EXCEPT ____________.

Newspaper articles, textbooks, and dictionaries are examples of _________ source.

Which is NOT an information about secondary sources?

1.Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests. Sumo wrestling is a sport that started in Japan. It takes place in a ring. Two players try to score points by holding each other down or pushing each other out of the ring. Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans. The robot that scores the most points win. What is the main idea?

Students compete in robot sumo contests. They learn how to build their own robots. They compete against their classmates and students from other schools. To win, students must be creative. They must have a good plan for defeating other robots. This shows that:

The synthesis for paragraphs 1 and 2 is...

Synthesizing is important because...

What is a synthesis?

There is a summer camp for dogs in New York. The counselors hold treasure hunts for dogs by hiding dog biscuits. The camp sends regular reports about the dogs to their owners. Each report is signed with the dog's paw print. You can probably say that dogs:

Andy's dog was covered with dirt after playing ball with him in the mud. Andy's mom told Andy he needed to clean the dog. You can tell that:

What is the synthesis of the ideas of the statements in number 6 and 7?

If you synthesize, you...

YES! Dogs. Ever wonder why so many people love dogs? I did too! Dogs are adored by many because of their amazing qualities. They have loyalty, unconditional love, internal and external satisfaction, simple mindset and selflessness. You can also say that:

Cats are affectionate, cute, and independent. Unlike dogs, cats can stay alone if you go away on a trip. They do not need to be walked and are easy to potty train. Also, cats do not bark, so your neighbors will not have any noise to complain about. If someone wants to have a pet, a cat is a great choice.

How would you synthesize paragraphs in number 10 and 11?

There are several events that can change the Earth's surface very quickly. Volcanoes can erupt and spread lava, rock, and ash for several miles. Earthquakes can leave large cracks in the Earth's surface. What does this paragraph express?

The earth's surface is constantly changing. All over the world everyday there are earthquakes, floods and volcanoes that quickly change our world. Some changes are too small to see. Others cause tremendous damage and cost millions of moneys to clean up. What is the main idea?

What is the synthesis of the paragraphs in numbers 13 and 14?

Since it was first observed in 1886, Labor Day, celebrated around the world on May 1, has been marked as a Day of Protest, of workers' solidarity, and by clashes between the laboring class and the authorities. But this year, for workers everywhere, Labor Day is being marked as an occasion of uncertainty, of fear, of loss, and of grief. In the Philippines and as with many other countries in the world including wealthier ones, workers are grieving the loss of jobs due to the wide lockdowns caused by the pandemic.

What is the paragraph all about?

Since it was first observed in 1886, Labor Day, celebrated around the world on May 1, has been marked as a Day of Protest, of workers' solidarity, and by clashes between the laboring class and the authorities. But this year, for workers everywhere, Labor Day is being marked as an occasion of uncertainty, of fear, of loss, and of grief. In the Philippines and as with many other countries in the world including wealthier ones, workers are grieving the loss of jobs due to the wide lockdowns caused by the pandemic.

All the following are details we can get from the paragraph, EXCEPT.

The part of a paragraph that sums up the ideas presented.

These are information in a paragraph that expand on or support the topic sentence.

It is usually the first sentence of the paragraph that states the main idea.

All the following are parts of a paragraph, EXCEPT.

All of these are only the small things to start to achieve a healthy body. 2. Then you must also have your daily exercise at least 30 minutes. 3. This includes changing the food you eat; you must choose the healthier options and avoid too much sugar and fat. 4. First, you must change your lifestyle. 5. A healthy body requires a great deal of things to achieve.

The sequence of the sentences is_______.

Headaches can have several causes. One obvious cause is stress. People have hectic lives and frequently have multiple stressors every day, like work, family and money. Another reason for headaches in some people has to do with diet. Some get headaches because they are dependent on caffeine. Other people may be allergic to salt, or they may have low blood sugar. The environment can also cause this uncomfortable condition. Allergies such as household chemicals including polishes, waxes, bug killers, and paint can lead to headaches. Lowering stress, controlling your diet and avoiding allergens can help avoid headaches. A. General to Particular B. Claim and Counterclaim C. Problem and Solution D. Cause and Effect

Astronauts face many challenges in space caused by weightlessness. One of these obstacles is floating around the cabin. To solve this problem, astronauts wear shoes that are coated with a special adhesive. This adhesive sticks to the floor of the cabin. A. General to Particular B. Claim and Counterclaim C. Problem and Solution D. Cause and Effect

It is a group of related sentences developing a central idea.

(Identify the general idea) There are many kinds of people in the world. Some people are givers. They tend to give freely of themselves to others without expecting anything in return. A second group of people are takers. They often view people as valuable based on how they can benefit or take from the relationship. Many times, these people take what they don't even need. A. Some people are givers. B. A second group of people are takers. C. There are many kinds of people in the world. D. Many times, these people take what they don't even need.

(Identify the general idea) The color of a metal changes when its temperature changes. When metals become very hot, it begins to glow. First, a metal will glow a dull red color. When the metals become hotter, it changes to a bright red hot. At higher temperatures, it becomes yellow and finally white. The wire inside a light bulb is a common example of a yellow hot metal. When the wire inside becomes yellow-hot, the light bulb glows, or gives light. A. At higher temperatures, it becomes yellow and finally white. B. The color of a metal changes when its temperature changes. C. When the wire inside becomes yellow-hot, the light bulb glows, or gives light. D. When metals become very hot, it begins to glow.

1Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. 2Some people are trying to solve this problem. 3Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. 4People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. 5It will take many people working together to solve this problem.

Which statement number can you find the solution? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

1Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. 2Some people are trying to solve this problem. 3Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. 4People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. 5It will take many people working together to solve this problem.

Which statement number can you find the problem? A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

Parents should be fined when their children bully in order to send a message. Some say it is very difficult for parents to manage their children when they leave the house and got to school. Despite this, thirteen million kids are bullied each year and something needs to be done. The fines will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home.

Which statement is the counterclaim? A. The fines will encourage parents to focus on anti-bullying in the home. B. Parents should be fined when their children bully because it will send a message. C. Despite this, thirteen million kids are bullied each year and something needs to be done. D. Some say it is very difficult for parents to manage their children when they leave the house and got to school.

The three men travelled on horseback. It was a long journey. They rode all day long. It was dark when they reached the camp.

Which statement is the cause? A. They left at dawn. B. the horses were tired C. The journey was long. D. It was dark when the men reached the camp.

What pattern of development basically explains the reason why an event or phenomenon occurred and/or what its results could be? A. General to Particular B. Claim and Counterclaim C. Problem and Solution D. Cause and Effect

What is referred to as exact, precise fact or description of something mentioned in the text? A. Claim B. Counterclaim C. Particular D. Solution

How would you know if a text is written in problem-solving text structure? The text would __________. A. define and describe one main topic B. explain the steps of an event in time order C. show how two things are similar and different D. explain one main issue, and the solution to this issue

Which type of text structure describes an issue and gives an answer to it? A. General to Particular B. Claim and Counterclaim C. Problem and Solution D. Cause and Effect

What statement addresses opposing viewpoints? A. Claim B. Counterclaim C. Particular D. Solution

What do you call the writer's position on an issue? A. Claim B. Counterclaim C. Particular D. Solution

What does the word cause mean? It is _____________. A. what happens B. how the conflict is solved C. the reason why something happens D. where an issue is given and possible solutions are provided

What is a general plan of a material that is to be presented in a speech or a paper? A. a diagram B. a graph C. a table D. an outline

What type of outline shows all headings in complete sentences? A. phrase outline B. topic outline C. sentence outline D. brief outline

What type of outline shows headings in single words or brief phrases? A. sentence outline B. brief outline C. phrase outline D. topic outline

Which of the following statements is NOT a purpose of an outline? A. It serves as the plan or framework on how to go about or present something. B. It presents the relative importance of the various parts. C. It presents the topic sentence of the paragraph. D. It shows the order of the various topics.

In expanding outline to a paragraph, what words will be used to achieve coherence? A. transition words B. verbals C. nouns D. adjectives

She has lived in France; _______________, she speaks French fluently. A. consequently B. nevertheless C. so that D. however

He is only 17;_____________, not eligible to vote. A. therefore B. as soon as C. also D. whereas

It is very late; ___________, you must go to bed. A. that is B. secondly C. because D. thus

What are these sources which are one step removed from primary sources? A. secondary B. primary C. documentary D. reliable

What source of information has first-hand accounts of a topic and is coming from the people who had a direct connection with it? A. secondary B. documentary C. primary D. reliable

The following examples are primary sources, EXCEPT ____________. A. diaries B. artifacts C. biographies D. letters

Newspaper articles, textbooks, and dictionaries are examples of _________ source. A. secondary B. primary C. documentary D. reliable

Which is NOT an information about secondary sources? A. information created by someone who was not present at an event B. a piece of evidence created by someone at the time of an event C. include books about a topic, analysis or interpretation of data D. encyclopedias, atlases, and dictionaries

1.Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests. Sumo wrestling is a sport that started in Japan. It takes place in a ring. Two players try to score points by holding each other down or pushing each other out of the ring. Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans. The robot that scores the most points win. What is the main idea? A. Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests. B. Sumo wrestling is a sport that started in Japan. C. The robot that scores the most points wins. D. Sumo wrestling takes place in a ring.

Students compete in robot sumo contests. They learn how to build their own robots. They compete against their classmates and students from other schools. To win, students must be creative. They must have a good plan for defeating other robots. This shows that: A. Students compete against their classmates and students from other schools. B. Students need a good plan for defeating other robots. C. Robots are being used in sumo wrestling contests D. Students compete in robot sumo contests.

The synthesis for paragraphs 1 and 2 is... A. Students use their creativity in defeating other robots in the robot sumo wrestling contests. B. Students have a good plan in defeating other robots. C. Students learn how to build their own robots. D. Students join in sumo wrestling contests.

Synthesizing is important because... A. It only shows similarities among sources. B. It can increase the readers knowledge. C. It gives multiple sources. D. It proves a point.

What is a synthesis? A. It is a reader's ongoing, ever-changing understanding of a text. B. It is a brief statement or restatement of main points. C. It is the author's message about the topic D. It is an elaborate information.

There is a summer camp for dogs in New York. The counselors hold treasure hunts for dogs by hiding dog biscuits. The camp sends regular reports about the dogs to their owners. Each report is signed with the dog's paw print. You can probably say that dogs: A. learn weaving and crafts on rainy days. B. are owned by people who spoil them. C. are taught tricks by the counselors. D. often gets homesick.

Andy's dog was covered with dirt after playing ball with him in the mud. Andy's mom told Andy he needed to clean the dog. You can tell that: A. Andy's dog enjoyed playing ball with him in the mud. B. Andy's mom does not like dogs. C. Andy's favorite animal is a dog D. Andy's mom is patient.

What is the synthesis of the ideas of the statements in number 6 and 7? A. Dogs are spoiled by their owners. B. Dogs are trainable. C. Dogs are man's best friend. D. Dogs are talented.

If you synthesize, you... A. summarize B. guess C. combine d. predict

YES! Dogs. Ever wonder why so many people love dogs? I did too! Dogs are adored by many because of their amazing qualities. They have loyalty, unconditional love, internal and external satisfaction, simple mindset and selflessness. You can also say that: A. I love dogs. B. Dogs can sometimes be selfish. C. Dogs have amazing qualities. D. Dogs are more loyal than humans.

How would you synthesize paragraphs in number 10 and 11? A. Cats and dogs have unique characteristics. B. Cats and dogs are independent animals. C. Cats and dogs are great animals. D. Cats and dogs are easy to train.

There are several events that can change the Earth's surface very quickly. Volcanoes can erupt and spread lava, rock, and ash for several miles. Earthquakes can leave large cracks in the Earth's surface. What does this paragraph express? A. Several events can change the Earth's surface. B. The Earth's surface can change very quickly. C. Earthquakes can cause large cracks. D. Volcanoes can be dangerous.

The earth's surface is constantly changing. All over the world everyday there are earthquakes, floods and volcanoes that quickly change our world. Some changes are too small to see. Others cause tremendous damage and costs millions of moneys to clean up. What is the main idea? A. There is always a tremendous damage to the world every day. B. Sometimes we cannot see the changes. C. It is expensive to clean up the damage. D. The Earth's surface is always changing.