PFIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION

DAPITAN CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

READING AND WRITING SKILLS 11 FOURTH QUARTER

NAME: ___________________________________YEAR/SECTION: _____________

I: Read the item carefully. Shade the circle that corresponds to the following letter of
the correct answer.

Filipinos, by culture, are hospitable.

O O O O 1. The words in the box denotes ________________?
A. assertion B. claim
C. expression D. counterclaim
Even after being vaccinated, wearing of masks is necessary in new normal.
O O O O 2. This statement is an example of_______?
A. Assertion B. claim
C. counterclaim D. expression
The learning should continue amidst the global pandemic. However, the school
must follow safety protocols and implementing interventions to ensure quality
instruction.
O O O O 3. The statement above denotes which of the following?
A. claim B. assertion
C. expression D. counterclaim
O O O O 4. The following are the ways to write an assertion except_______.
A. Read the text several times and take notes.
B. Draw facts from the text and other sources.
C. Explain the arguments by citing examples.
D. Persuade readers through opinions.
O O O O 5. What is one unique feature characteristics on the process of
writing a counterclaim?
A. support the arguments with strong evidence.
B. Analyze by asking questions about the text.
C. Find the weak points of the text.
D. read between the lines.
O O O O 6. Which is the central arguments of the text?
A. assertion B. opinion
C. claim D. fact
O O O O 7. Which stylistic approach or technique involves a strong declaration
regarding a belief or fact?
A. expression B. assertion
C. opinion D. claim
O O O O 8. What does counterclaim serve?
A. offer solutions to problem. B. provide an opposing
viewpoint
 C. concur with the ideas of experts D. discuss an issue
O O O O 9. What is the purpose of assertion?
A. repute a proposition C. express idea clearly
B. present a fact D. gather data
O O O O 10. Why are both claim and counterclaim essential in critical reading?
A. Reading involves argumentation.
B. Classroom interaction needs both.
C. Readers use them in decision making.
D. Both help determine textual evidence.
ORIGINAL -"John could not find the butter in his fridge. He went to buy some from
the store. On coming back, he saw his cat sitting on the floor, smacking its lips.
There was some yellow stuff smeared all around its face. Thus, John solved the
mystery of the missing butter.
REVISED- "John could not locate the butter in the refrigerator. He went to
purchase some from the shop. On coming back, he observed his cat sitting on the
ground, licking its lips. There was some yellow material smeared all around its
face. Hence, John solved the mystery of the missing butter.
O O O O 11. The text above is an example of what type of textual evidence?
A. Paraphrasing B. Summarizing
C. Referencing D. Quoting
Stephen and Joseph Montgolfier were papermakers, but they had been
interested in flying for many years. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed
something that gave him an idea. He was sitting in front of the fire when he saw
some small pieces of scorched paper being carried up the chimney. Soon
afterwards, the brothers conducted an experiment. They lit a fire under a small
silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once, the bag rose to the ceiling.
After this, Stephen and Joseph conducted many more experiments, both indoors
and in the open air. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper. On
June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
O O O O 12. Which sentence in this article provides text evidence for the
inference that the Montgolfier brothers used hot air to lift their balloon?
A. They lit a fire under a small silk bag, which was open at the bottom; at once
the bag rose to the ceiling.
B. On June 5th, 1783, they launched their balloon in the village of Annonay.
C. One night, in 1782, Joseph noticed something that gave him an idea
D. Eventually, they built a huge balloon of linen and paper.
ORIGINAL "John’s car broke down. He stopped by the road side and screamed
at people to stop and help him. But no one stopped for him. He continued howling
and howling for hours. People kept driving by. After getting tired, he picked up a
sheet and wrapped it around himself. Then, he started spinning on his spot. He
grew dizzy. He kept spinning and spinning until he fell asleep."
REVISED: "John’s car broke down. But no one stopped for him. Then, he started
spinning on the spot. He kept spinning and spinning until he fell asleep."
O O O O 13. The text above is an example of what type of textual evidence?
A. paraphrasing B. summarizing
C. referencing D. quoting
Dalton introduces his narrative of his father: ‘“Whenever you feel like criticizing
anyone,” he told me, “just remember that all the people in this world haven’t
had the advantages that you’ve had”’ (Fitzgerald 1).
O O O O 14. What type of textual evidence in the box presented?
A. paraphrasing B. summarizing
C. referencing D. quoting
It is claimed that government in the formation age will “worked better and cost
less” (Bellamy and Taylor 1998 p.41).
O O O O 15. What type of textual evidence in the box presented?
A. paraphrasing B. summarizing
C. referencing D. quoting
O O O O 16. Which of the following does NOT give a definition of ASSERTION?
A. a stylistic approach or technique involving a strong declaration, a
forceful or confident, and positive statement regarding a belief or a
fact.
B. a forceful attempt of expressing emotions through physical contact
and violence.
C. the action of stating something or exercising authority confidently
and forcefully.
D. confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.
O O O O 17. Which does NOT state a reason why people avoid being assertive?
A. they just don't want to deal with it
B. they are not sure how to clearly express.
C. fear of hurting others and not being liked by other people
D. they just simply do not want to ruin the relationship they have with
others
O O O O 18. Which of the statements below is NOT true about the Function of
Assertion?
A. let reader’s feel that they should disagree or dispute what they read
or hear; rather, they should reject the idea or notion as an
indisputable fact.
B. one of the best approaches for writers to express their personal
feelings, beliefs, and ideas in a direct way.
C. by using this technique, writers can defend others’ feelings and
rights if violated.
D. expresses self-affirmation and rational thinking of personal respect
or worth.
O O O O 19. Which of the following gives a better explanation to show the
strength and weaknesses of something through writing?
A. Evaluative Statement B. Critical reading
C. Counterclaim D. Assertion
 O O O O 20. Which of the following statement was not included in a book review?
A. A book review will offer an evaluation of the work.
B. a book review will offer a concise plot summary of the book.
C. A book review will offer a recommendation for the audience.
D. a book review will offer you to share the key points so you can get a
clear picture.
TEST II: Read the poem INVICTUS and answer the question being ask. (5 points
each)

INVICTUS
by: WILLIAM ERNEST HENLEY

Out of the night that covers me,

Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.

In the fell clutch of circumstance

I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.

Beyond this place of wrath and tears

Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds and shall find me unafraid.

It matters not how strait the gate,

How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate,
I am the captain of my soul.

21. Explain the meaning of the italicized, bold and underlined word in the first stanza.

22. Explain the meaning of the italicized, bold and underlined word in the second
stanza.

23. Explain the meaning of the italicized, bold and underlined word in the third stanza.

24. Explain the meaning of the italicized, bold and underlined word in the fourth
stanza.
25. Discuss what was the poem all about was, cite some textual evidence to prove your
claim.

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