_____ 1. This refers to the presentation of reasoned argument that evaluates and analyses what a person has read.

2. The following are features of critical reading EXCEPT:

3. Evidence is a major aspect of critical reading. This refers to the data collected and presented in a text. However, it encompasses more than data collection. Which of the following can be considered as evidence?

I. Context within which data were collected or created

II. Steps in the analysis process

III. Conclusions drawn

IV. Writer’s opinion

For numbers 4-5, read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follow:

Distance Learning Delivery Modality (DLDM) is quite challenging for Mr. Primitivo Mangrobang, a seasoned senior high school teacher. The delivery of teaching-learning process among home-schooled learners entails time added efforts for him and for all the teachers in general. He struggles on how to impart his knowledge to the digital savvy learners.

Because of this problem, Mr. Mangrobang sought technical assistance from their ICT Coordinator. Mr. Pedro Tablarin, their ICT Coordinator taught him how to download learning materials from the internet and present possible websites from potential resources. Moreover, Mr. Tablarin also taught Mr. Mangrobang on how to upload learning materials, using links in Google Drive for his learners to access the Powerpoint Presentation, pictures, and videos.

4. What did Mr. Mangrobang use in developing and delivering the context of his lessons?

5. How did Mr. Primitivo Mangrobang resolve his problem in the DLDM?

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

 6. Include critical discussion about the points in the article.

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

7. Provide biographical details about the author of the reading material.

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

8. Write an outline of the schedule and budget to accomplish the solution.

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

9. Clearly write the introduction which includes the statement of the problem or

rationale.

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

10. Keep track of the search items which will be used for the references.

 Identify which academic text includes the following guidelines below. Write BR for Book Review, AR for Article Review, LR for Literature Review, RR for Research Report, and PP for Project Proposal.

11. Set the success criteria for the program.

For numbers 12-17, rewrite the following observing the proper mechanics in writing a letter.

12. dear madam.

13. yours respectfully

14. central luzon state university

15. january 19 2023

16. to whom it may concern:

17. science city of muñoz

18. (1) A persuasion text is a piece of writing that is used to convince readers to agree to an argument or claim. (2) Contrastingly, an expository text expresses concepts or facts objectively, without reflecting opinions or feelings of the author.

19. In the statement “Some people say that cell phones should be banned from schools, because they distract students from learning,” what counterargument can be best used?

20. In the statement “Parents are at fault for the obesity epidemic here in the Philippines,” what counterargument can be best used?

21. The statement “The food that children eat must be taken seriously because their diet is important, especially for their growth.” is under what claim?

For numbers 22-26, tick (/) on the column that corresponds your answer on the given statements about writing a resume.

22. Highlighting your achievements is a must because it will

sound that you are bragging.

For numbers 22-26, tick (/) on the column that corresponds your answer on the given statements about writing a resume.

23. Include relevant experiences regarding the position being applied for.

For numbers 22-26, tick (/) on the column that corresponds your answer on the given statements about writing a resume.

24. Include information needed or asked by the employer so he/she can get to know you better

For numbers 22-26, tick (/) on the column that corresponds your answer on the given statements about writing a resume.

25. Inclusion of random and unrelated hobbies is discouraged

For numbers 22-26, tick (/) on the column that corresponds your answer on the given statements about writing a resume.

26. Tell the truth in writing your resume

27. The following statements show the difference between Narrative Essay and Descriptive Essay EXCEPT ...

28. The following statements are true EXCEPT:

29. (1) A cause-and-effect essay basically shows how a problem affects people and how it can be solved. (2) On the other hand, problem-solution essay explains the reason why an event or phenomenon occurred

30. (1) Classification Essay aims to discuss details what something looks like and its characteristics, (2) while Exemplification Essay provides typical cases or examples of something.

31. When an author claims in the argument that something should be implemented, this claim is called _____.

32. When an author persuades readers, something is important, this claim is called _____.

33. When an author states in the argument that something is true, this claim is called _____.

For numbers 34-36, read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follow.

Mother Theresa once said, “There are two victims in abortion: a dead baby and a dead conscience.” The fight for abortion or the termination of pregnancy has long been contested and debated based on moral, ethical, medical, and religious grounds. It must be legalized. It gives women the right to bodily autonomy. It paves the way to breaking the cycle of unsafe and underground abortions. It breathes life not only to reproductive rights, but also to reproductive justice.

34. Which of the following properties of a well-written text was/were not observed in the text?

I. Organization                     II. Cohesion                    III. Coherence                    IV. Mechanics

35. What counterclaim is the most effective for the statement “Abortion must be legalized to give women bodily autonomy”?

36. The statement “Abortion must be legalized” is under what claim?

For numbers 37-43, read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follow.

              Barangay Sta. Lucia is one among the 44 barangays of the Municipality of Gerona, Province of Tarlac. In the years 1913 to 1918 the people were happy and contented for they had a bountiful harvest. The happiness and contentment of the people were suddenly broken when a dreadful sickness, smallpox spread in the community. Barangay Sta. Lucia sought help from the Sanitary Division (Sanidad).

            Mr. Ladislao Taberna, the sanitary inspector who was assigned in the place assembled all the people in the barangay plaza and gave them vaccination. It was in 1918 when smallpox was eradicated in the barangay.

             However, just after the smallpox outbreak, the people of Sta. Lucia faced another challenge when rinderpest attacked their working animals. The Barangay Lieutenant requested for a veterinarian to control the spreading decease.

             In addition to these unfortunate events, another illness called “trangcaso” was rampant in every houses. Every household was not spared by the illness where death occurred every day in the barangay for two-months period.

37. What structure of a written text is presented above?

For numbers 38- 42, identify if the following properties of a well-written text observed in the paragraph above.

38. Organization

For numbers 38- 42, identify if the following properties of a well-written text observed in the paragraph above.

39. Coherence

For numbers 38- 42, identify if the following properties of a well-written text observed in the paragraph above.

40. Cohesion

For numbers 38- 42, identify if the following properties of a well-written text observed in the paragraph above.

41. Appropriate Language Use

For numbers 38- 42, identify if the following properties of a well-written text observed in the paragraph above.

42. Mechanics

43. What context was used to develop the text above?

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

44. Consume two to three pages for your application letter.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

45. Create a personalized cover letter for every company and position.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

46. Emphasize your skills and abilities.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

47. Stay concise.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

48. Address the letter to the owner of the company.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

49. Outline your experience and qualifications.

For numbers 44-50, identify the DOs in writing an application letter. 

50. Review information about the company and position.