Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
JANOSA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Janosa, Binangonan, Rizal

Second Quarterly Summative Exam in

English for Academic and Professional Purposes

Name:_____________________________________________________ Score:_______________
Grade and Section:___________________________________________ Date:________________

Part I. Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the best answer that describes in each item. Write the letter of your choice
at the blank before the number.

_____1. The following defines the position paper EXCEPT:

a. Express ones ideas to give explanation to existing problems
b. Convince that a policy or action must or must not be adopted with the intent of improving the
organization
c. Used to advocate the reader on an argument or position
d. Serves as a foundation of the full proposal
_____2. The following is the purpose of a position paper EXCEPT:
a. To help you understand your nation’s views and interests on the various issues that you will
discuss.
b. To generate support from the readers through strong and valid assertions.
c. To generate support on an issue.
d. To help you distinguish between the old and new meaning of a word/concept.
_____3. The IM Lingo AFK stands for________________.
a. Away From Keyboard c. Awey From Keyboard
b. Away Form Keyboard d. Awey Form Keyboard
_____4. This is a part of the position in which it presents the issue while grabbing the attention of the
readers.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Main Idea
_____5. This is where the author restates the position and main argument.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Main Idea
_____6. This is where the author provides counterarguments against the possible weaknesses of
his/her arguments.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Main Idea
_____7. This is where the statistical data, interviews and testimonies are found.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Main Idea
_____8. Statements such as quotation, a challenge, or a question are usually found.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Main Idea
_____9. Identify in which issue does the title belongs: Does charter change improve national
security?
a. Political c. War and peace
b. Media d. Education
_____10. Identify in which issue does the title belongs: Textbooks should be replaced by Ipad and
online resources.
a. Media c. Political
b. Social d. Education
_____11. Identify in which issue does the title belongs: Are anti-smoking campaign ads effective?
a. Media c. Political
b. Social d. Education
_____12. In which issue does dynamite fishing included?
a. Political c. Environment
b. Education d. Social
_____13. In which issue does the incompetence and corruption of government officials included?
a. Political c. War and peace
b. Media d. Social
_____14. Which of the following does not belong to the group?
a. Personnel evaluation c. Sales activity report
b. Recommendation report d. Financial report
_____15. This component of report includes a summary of the major points, conclusions and
recommendations to give a general overview of the report.
a. Abstract c. Body
b. Conclusion d. Introduction
_____16. In this component of report, the name of school and date of submission is written.
a. Title page c. Contents page
b. Acknowledgement d. Abstract
_____17. The question “What types of food can you cook?” falls int0o which type of question?
a. Beliefs c. Behavior
b. Attitudes d. Attributes
_____18. The question “Do you think the democrats are doing a good job?” falls int0o which type of
question?
a. Beliefs c. Behavior
b. Attitudes d. Attributes
_____19. Which among the tool in preparing data is the most appropriate to use in showing the
activities spent in a day?
a. Flow chart c. Pie graph
b. Organizational chart d. Bar graph
_____20. Which among the tool in preparing data is the most appropriate to use in showing the family
lineage?
a. Flow chart c. Pie graph
b. Organizational chart d. Bar graph

Part II. Modified True or False

Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct. If not, underline the phrase or word that
makes it wrong and write the correct answer on the blank.

_______________21. A position paper presents an arguable opinion about an issue.

_______________22. A position paper should have a clear division of opinion.
_______________23. A report is always written in a sequential manner in order of occurrence.
_______________24. Interviews are least time consuming and difficult to analyze data.
_______________25. Leading questions must be asked because they guide the participants into
giving a specific answer for the research.

Part III. Defending or challenging an issue

Directions: Defend or challenge an issue by presenting reasonable arguments. Support it by
properly citing factual evidences. Write the word defend or challenge on the blank depending
on your choice.
26 – 30. Issue: “humans are responsible for climate change.’
Defend or Challenge:________________________

Part IV. Data Interpretation

Directions: With the given example of data interpretation, give an interpretation to the
following chart, table or graphs.

For Example:
TABLE 1
Interpretation:
Aggressive behavior Girls Boys
Table 1 shows that boys are more aggressive than
Pushing 21% 35% girls. The percentage of pushing is 21% of girl; on the
Kicking/ Hitting 15% 61% other hand that of boys is 35%. Except for chasing, the
Cursing 9% 30% percentage of aggressive behavior is higher in boys.
Chasing 78% 1%

31 – 35.
Interpretation:

36 – 40.

Interpretation:
41 – 45.
Interpretation:

Part V. Enumeration
Directions: Give and enumerate what is being ask in each number. Please take note if the
order is necessary.
46 – 49. Steps for analysing an argument. (IN ORDER)
50 – 51. Types of informal report.
52 – 54. The first, third and last plan in making a report. (IN ORDER)
55 – 56. Advantages of survey
57 – 58. Determinants of a successful survey
59 – 60. Question wording basics

Prepared by:

MS. MAUREEN A. ARAMBULO

Subject Teacher

Checked by:

MR. VIVENCIO M. DOBLADA JR.

SHS Coordinator

Noted by:

MR. RODELIO D. VILLAGRACIA

Principal I

“HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY”