2nd Quarter Test 10 2024-2025 English Exam PDF

**Republic of the Philippines** **Department of Education** **NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION** SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF QUEZON CITY **SAUYO HIGH SCHOOL** 2^nd^ Laguna St. NIA Village Brgy. Sauyo Quezon City **Second Periodic Test in English 10** **S.Y. 2024-2025** **General Directions:** Read eac...

**Republic of the Philippines** **Department of Education** **NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION** SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF QUEZON CITY **SAUYO HIGH SCHOOL** 2^nd^ Laguna St. NIA Village Brgy. Sauyo Quezon City **Second Periodic Test in English 10** **S.Y. 2024-2025** **General Directions:** Read each item carefully and follow directions as indicated. Write the letter of the most appropriate answer on your paper. DO NOT write anything on the questionnaire. I. Direction: Read the following article and answer the questions that follows: ***The Power of Words in Research, Campaigns, and Advocacy*** *https://gemini.google.com/app/0eb4c34904c8b9da* 1\. What is the primary purpose of research in the context of campaigns and advocacy? A. B. C. D. 2\. Which of the following is a characteristic of the language used in research papers? A. B. C. D. 3\. What is a common rhetorical device used in campaign materials? A. B. 4\. What is the primary goal of advocacy efforts? A. B. C. D. 5\. Why is it important to understand the nuances of language in research, campaign, and advocacy? A. B. C. D. 6\. How does the language used in campaign materials differ from that of research papers? A. B. C. D. 7\. How does the language used in advocacy materials differ from campaign materials? A. B. C. D. 8\. Which of the following is an example of a persuasive technique used in advocacy? A. B. C. D. 9\. What is the role of evidence in research, campaign, and advocacy? A. B. C. D. **II. IDENTIFICATION** **MELC 2:** Identify key structural elements, e.g.: Exposition - Statement of position, Arguments, Restatement of Positions and language features of an argumentative text, e.g.: modal verbs: should, must, might, and modal adverbs: usually, probably, etc.; attitudes expressed through evaluative language; conjunctions or connectives to link ideas: because, therefore, on the other hand, etc.; declarative statements; rhetorical questions; passive voice 10\. All of the following are true about the concluding paragraph of an argumentative text EXCEPT: A. B. C. D. 11\. Language used by persuaders when they want to convince their audience to believe that their own opinion is best refers to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. B. 12\. A conjunction that is not used when introducing an alternative viewpoint is \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. 13\. In summing up an idea, the conjunction \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ must be used. A. 14\. The new scheme will \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ improve the performance of the company A. 15\. All of the following refers to a declarative sentence used in an argumentative text EXCEPT A. B. C. D. 16\. Sentence \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_is an example of a rhetorical question. A. B. C. D. 17\. Disproving an opposing argument is also called \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. **III.** **OPINION AND ASSERTION** **MELC 3**. Formulate a statement of opinion or assertion. 18\. It is an expression of someone\'s beliefs and/or feelings in a straightforward way with conviction often without support or reason. It is only based on what people assume to be true. A. fact B. opinion C. assertion D. bias or prejudice 19\. It is a statement that is verifiable, or can be proven true or false based on evidence or proof. A. fact B. opinion C. assertion D. bias or prejudice 20\. Which of the following best defines an opinion? 21\. What is the similarity between an opinion and a commonplace assertion? 22\. A commonplace assertion is commonly referred to as stereotypes. Which of these statements is an example of stereotype? 23\. What makes the following statement an example of commonplace assertion? *Milk is good for your body.* 24\. The statement "Doctors are the smartest people on earth" is an example of a/an \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. fact B. opinion C. assertion D. bias or prejudice 25\. The statement "Men are stronger than women" is an example of a/an \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. fact B. opinion C. assertion D. bias or prejudice 26\. "I believe the Philippines is one of the best tourist destinations on the planet" is a statement of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. fact B. opinion C. assertion D. bias or prejudice **VI**. **TYPES OF CLAIMS** **MELC 4.** Identify the type of claim in each statement. Select the letter of the best answer and write it on your answer sheet. A school in the Philippines has implemented a rule requiring male students to have a proper haircut. Some students argue that the rule violates their freedom of expression, while the administration believes that the policy is important for promoting discipline and a sense of unity among students. **for Item nos. 27-30** A. 27\. Which type of claim is the argument, *The mandatory haircut rule violates students\' freedom of expression*. 28\. Which type of claim is the argument, *The mandatory haircut rule promotes discipline and unity among students.* 29\. In the article claiming ,*Social media usage has a negative effect on mental health*, which type of claim is being made if no studies or research are cited to support this statement. 30\. If the article argues that \"Social media usage should be regulated to prevent its negative impact on mental health,\" what type of claim is being made? 31\. Which of these statements is a claim of fact? A. B. C. D. 32\. Which statement is a claim of value? A. B. C. D. **V. EXPOSITORY TEXTS** **MELC 5.** Write an exposition or discussion on a familiar issue to include key structural elements and language features. Direction: Read the article below. Answer the questions that follow. Choose the letter of the correct answer. +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Benefits from Exercising | | | | Exercise brings about many benefits. First, it strengthens the | | | | heart. When you exercise, your heart beats faster. So there is more | | | | blood flowing in your body and your heart becomes stronger. Second, | | | | when you exercise, you forget about the sad things which are | | | | bothering you. You also relieve pressure and feel relaxed after | | working | | | | out. Moreover, if you exercise constantly, you become healthier and | | do | | | | not get sick easily. [As you can see, exercise really does you good | | in] | | | | [many ways. If you are not in the habit of exercising, do it now. | | Then] | | | | [you can enjoy the benefits from exercising.] | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ 33\. The underlined sentence above is \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. B. C. D. 34\. The above short exposition is an example of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. Comparative/Contrast B. Problem- Solution C. Descriptive D. Process 35\. This form of exposition provides a step- by - step guide on how to cook Adobo. A. Comparative/Contrast B. Descriptive/Definition C. Classification D. Process 36\. This is an example of this exposition form that explains the difference between owning and renting a home and the benefits and drawbacks of each. A. Comparative/Contrast B. Problem- Solution C. Descriptive D. Process 37\. This is an example of this exposition form that states the problem and proposes one or more solutions. A. Comparative/Contrast B. Problem- Solution C. Descriptive D. Process 38\. The following are signal words used in cause and effect except \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. Consequently B. As a result C. Hence D. Like **VI. SPEAKING** **MELC 6:** Deliver a prepared or impromptu talk on an issue employing the techniques in public speaking Direction: Read the following situation in delivering a speech then choose the letter of the best answer. 39\. You are about to give an impromptu speech on the importance of mental health awareness. Which of the following would be the most engaging way to start your talk? A. B. C. D. 40\. In an impromptu talk on the benefits of exercise, which structure is most effective? A. B. C. D. 41\. Which of the following is the best form of evidence to use in a speech about the importance of education? A. B. C. D. 42\. After discussing the causes of climate change, you need to transition to the solutions. Which of the following is the best transition? A. B. C. D. 43\. At the end of a speech on voting, which of the following words best represents a strong call to action? A. B. C. D. 44\. Which of the following body language actions best engages an audience? A. B. C. D. **VII. MULTIMODALS** **MELC 7:** Compose texts which include multimodal elements (EN10WC-IIh-13) 45\. What is a multimodal text? 46\. Which of the following best explains why multimodal texts are effective? 47\. If you are asked to create a presentation on environmental issues that includes text, images, and video clips, which aspect are you focusing on? 48\. You are creating a digital brochure about a school event that includes images, interactive buttons, and short videos. What is the main reason for using these elements? 49\. When designing a multimedia report for a science project, you choose to add graphs, recorded explanations, and short video clips of experiments. What is the purpose of including these multimodal elements? 50\. When composing a multimodal text, how do you determine if all elements effectively contribute to the overall message? Prepared by: ME Casulla/AR Ronquillo/JE Gutierrez/ EJ Apostol/ JV Ysmael/ DR Cordial Second Periodic Test English 10 S.Y. 2024-2025 **Answer Key:** +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+ | 1\. B. | 26\. B | | | | | 2\. A. | 27\. C | | | | | 3\. B. | 28\. C | | | | | 4\. C. | 29\. B | | | | | 5\. D. | 30\. C | | | | | 6\. B. | 31\. C | | | | | 7\. D. | 32\. C | | | | | 8\. D. | 33\. C | | | | | 9\. B. | 34\. C | | | | | 10\. B | 35\. D | | | | | 11\. B | 36\. A | | | | | 12\. C | 37\. B | | | | | 13\. A | 38.D | | | | | 14\. C | 39.D | | | | | 15\. B | 40\. B | | | | | 16\. D | 41\. C | | | | | 17\. B | 42\. D | | | | | 18\. C | 43\. A | | | | | 19\. A | 44\. C | | | | | 20\. B | 45. | | | | | 21\. A | 46. | | | | | 22\. B | 47. | | | | | 23\. C | 48. | | | | | 24\. C | 49. | | | | | 25\. C | 50. | +-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+