Camp Vicente Lim Integrated School

Mayapa, Calamba City

First Pre-Test in Reading and Writing Skills (RWS)

I. Match each item in Column A to the description in Column B. Write only the letter of your choice on
the space provided.

A B
_____ 1. brainstorming
_____ 2. coordination
_____ 3. cycle
_____ 4. fishbone map
_____ 5. idea list
_____ 6. network tree
_____ 7. plot diagram
_____ 8. spider map
_____ 9. topic outline
_____ 10. Venn diagram
a. describes various aspects of a concept
b. Used to clarify items
c. Uses words and phrases as entries when organizing ideas
d. Uses the same label for items of the same relevance
e. Used to enumerate items
f. Technique for generating ideas
g. Used to show similarities and differences
h. Used to show causes and effects
i. Used to show repeated results
j. Used to show the flow of the story

II. Write E if the statement indicates an effective strategy in selecting and organizing information; write
I if does not.

_____ 11. It is good to criticize during the first few stages of brainstorming.
_____ 12. A text about branches of medicine can use any type of graphic organizer.
_____ 13. Assign a facilitator during brainstorming.
_____ 14. Minor details should be incorporated in graphic organizers.
_____ 15. Subordinate an idea to an equally relevant idea in an outline.
_____ 16. Have breaks during brainstorming sessions.
_____ 17. Be consistent with the numbering format in an outline.
_____ 18. Use a different word structure in all items under one cluster.
_____ 19. Use series of events chain for any sequential texts.
_____ 20. Use visuals during brainstorming sessions.

III. Match the pattern of development in Column A to the transitional device in column B. Write the
letter of your choice on the space provided.

A. B.

______ 21. cause and effect a. arguably

______ 22. spatial b. as defined

______ 23. chronology c. away from

______ 24. classification d. by

______ 25. comparison e. consequently

______ 26. contrast f. even though

______ 27. definition g. in a similar fashion

______ 28. persuasion h. meanwhile

______ 29. problem-solving i. the next category

______ 30. exemplification j. to illustrate

IV.TECHNIQUES IN DEFINITION: Choose the word that best describes each statement.
collocation analysis connotation context clues exemplification

contrast comparison function etymology illustration

extended definition denotation colloquial language / slang negation

synonyms

________ 31. It means that there are words or expressions that are usually almost immediately associated
with the concept you are trying to define.
________ 32. It understands how at least two similar concepts are different from each other.
________ 33. It is a personal interpretation of an author to an abstract and multifaceted concept.
________ 34. It is the process of breaking down concept into its constituent parts.
________ 35. It is associating the word or expression you are trying to define with something else not
necessarily synonymous with it.
________ 36. It is defining terms based on what you know of those, without consulting any other resource
material but instead, based on their own experiences.
________ 37. It is another way of understanding what a word or concept means is to know its purpose.
________ 38. It is defining terms through the explicit or literal way by using reliable resource materials.
________ 39. It helps you understand what a word means without the use of dictionary by giving hints that
are found in the immediate surroundings of the word you are trying to define.
________ 40. It explains the evolution of a word or how it has come to be.
________ 41. It can be somewhat considered under the umbrella term of synonyms.
________ 42. It is defining something by giving examples.
________ 43. It is giving an example and focusing on it to elaborate on the concept you are trying to define.
________ 44. It is a technique that can be used to define a word or concept by explaining what it is NOT.
________ 45. It is a single word or phrase that shares almost the same meaning with the concept you are
trying to define.
V. Read and analyse carefully the following paragraphs. Then answer the question given after the
paragraph. Write your answer on the space provided before the number.

_______46. Some linguists believe that many of the world's most established languages were creoles at first.
The English past tense –ed ending may have evolved from the verb 'do'. 'It ended'mayonce have been'It end-
did'. Therefore it would appear that even the most widespread languages were partly created by children.
Children appear to have innate grammatical machinery in their brains, which springs to life when they are first
trying to make sense of the world around them. Their minds can serve to create logical, complex structures,
even when there is no grammar present for them to copy. What is the main idea of the paragraph?

A. English was probably once a creole.

B. English past tense system is inaccurate.

C. Linguists have proven that English was created by children.

D. Children say English past tenses differently from adults.

_______47. Although Smart Technology is still in its infancy, pilot schemes to promote and test it are already
underway. Consumers are currently testing the new smart meters which can be used in their homes to manage
electricity use. There are also a number of demonstrations being planned to show how the smart technology
could practically work, and trials are in place to test the new electrical infrastructure. It is likely that technology
will be added in 'layers', starting with 'quick win' methods which will provide initial carbon savings, to be
followed by more advanced systems at a later date. Cities are prime candidates for investment into smart
energy, due to the high population density and high energy use. It is here where Smart Technology is likely to
be promoted first, utilising a range of sustainable power sources, transport solutions and an infrastructure for
charging electrically powered vehicles. The infrastructure is already changing fast. By the year 2050, changes
in the energy supply will have transformed our homes, our roads and our behaviour.What is the purpose of the
paragraph?

A. To describe who will benefit from Smart Grid technology first.

B. To outline the advantages of Smart Grid technology.

C. To summarize ho Smart Technology is born?

D. To describe how, where and when Smart Technology will be introduced.

________48. Old furniture can be both cherished possessions and a vexation. We have at home and ancient
chair which belonged to my late grandfather. We had built it himself and so nothing could induce as to part with
although you had many sad experiences resulting from contact with its lose arm, its rickety seat, and its other
decrepit portions. My sister once fell out of it when the loose arms suddenly gave way. What is the topic
sentence of the paragraph?

A. Old furniture as possession and vexation.

B. Sad experiences about old furniture.

C. Old furniture owned by late grandfather.

D. Loose arm of the old furniture.

_______49. A second problem is the fact that many renewable power generation sources are located in
remote areas, such as windy uplands and coastal regions, where there is currently a lack of electrical
infrastructure. New infrastructures therefore must be built. Thankfully, with improved smart technology, this can
be done more efficiently by reducing the reinforcement or construction costs. What can be inferred in the
paragraph?

A. More people will be living in cities in the future than nowadays.

B. People in cities will be using cars and buses powered by electricity.

C. All buildings will generate their own electricity.

D. Smart Grid technology will only be available in cities.

______50. Smart Grid technology basically involves the application of a computer system to the electricity
network. The computer system can be used to collect information about supply and demand and improve
engineer's ability to manage the system. With better information about electricity demand, the network will be
able to increase the amount of electricity delivered per unit generated, leading to potential reductions in fuel
needs and carbon emissions. Moreover, the computer system will assist in reducing operational and
maintenance costs. What is the main point of the paragraph?

A. Computer system can be used to collect information.

B. The amount of the electricity to be supplied.

C. Reducing operational and maintenance cost using the computer.

D. The use Smart Grid which involves the application of computer system.

Prepared by: Wichelle Pearl C. Destura

SHS Teacher