POST - TEST

School Year 2023-2024

English for Academic and Professional Purposes

Directions: Read the question carefully: Take the time to fully understand what the question is
asking. Pay attention to any keywords or phrases that can provide clues about the correct answer.
Encircle the letter of your best answer.

1. What is a thesis statement?

A. It is the central idea of a paper.
B. It is the answer to the central question raised in a paper.
C. It is the first sentence of the introductory paragraph.
D. both A and B.
2. What should a good conclusion be?
A. reiterates the main points made in the paper.
B. states the significance of research findings.
C. calls to action.
D. All of the above
3. What is a GOOD strategy for engaging readers in the introductory paragraph?
A. telling a brief story
B. starting with a dictionary definition
C. announcing the purpose in a formal way
D. none of the above
4. Choose the best summary based from the paragraph given.
Some authorities say that the only true pyramids are the ones built in Egypt.
These solid structures have a square or a rectangular base, smooth sloping sides, and
a pointed top. The Egyptian pyramids were designed as burial places for the pharaohs.
However, elsewhere in the world, pyramid-like structures were built. These pyramids
were often used as temples or building for astronomical studies. Notable examples
were the Ziggurats of Mesopotamia and many others scattered around the world.
A. The most famous true pyramids are the ones in Egypt.
B. Pyramids were built in many parts of the ancient world.
C. Although some authorities say, the only true are Egyptian; pyramid-like
structures were built in other places.
D. All of the above
5. How long should an introduction be?
A. Every introduction should be at least five sentences.
B. The length of the introduction varies with the purpose of the essay.
C. A good introduction only needs to be one sentences.
D. All of the above
6. Which of the following best defines an executive summary
A. briefly covers all the main parts of the report.
B. provides a concise statement of the findings and recommendations based on those findings
C. appears on a separate page and is able to stand on its own
D. all of the above

7. What is the topic sentence?

A. It is the first sentence in a paragraph.

B. It is the discussion of each paragraph.
C. It is the sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph.
D. It is the transitional sentence logically connecting two paragraphs together.
8. Which of the following statements is TRUE about introduction?
A. An introduction should set the tone and flow into the body of the paper.
B. Start with an obvious, general statement that the reader can agree with.
C. State your position by saying “In this paper, I will show…”
D. All of the above
9. Which language feature of academic writing contains fewer words that refer to the writer or the reader?
A. Complexity B. Formality C. Precision D. Objectivity
10. Why is using full sentence outline beneficial for most standard essays?
A. Full sentence outlines allow for writing that is more creative.
B. With a full sentence outline, you can guarantee an essay’s success.
C. The numbers and decimal involved in the other outline types are confusing.
D. While the sentence outline may be more time-consuming up front, it makes writing the first
draft much easier.
11. What language features of academic writing show citations of ideas and
acknowledging sources of information?
A. Accuracy B. Explicitness C. Hedging D. Responsibility
12. What is the greatest benefit of using an outline to draft an essay?
A. Outlines allow the writer to compile information and set a direction for an essay before jumping
to a first draft.
B. An outline is the same thing as the first draft, so once the outline is written, the draft is done.
C. With an outline, writers do not have to worry so much about their final product.
D. Writers who use outline always produce successful and engaging essays.
13. Which among the following is NOT a reading strategy?
A. Asking Questions B. Infer and Predict C. Repetition D. Visualize
14. Making connections is one of reading strategies, thus this involves the following, EXCEPT:
A. Text to life B. Text to nature C. Text to self D. Text to text
15. Which of the following should NOT be included in a concluding paragraph?
A. recommendation for further exploration of the subject
B. A new idea not discussed in the main body of the paper
C. A short summary of the main idea
D. A question about the research findings

16. Which of the following is NOT true about the reaction paper?
A. It is purely made of opinions.
B. It conveys incisive insights into its analysis of events.
C. It may include the main purpose of the event.
D. It is mainly written to communicate a fair assessment.
17. When writing a reaction paper or review and critique, it is important to:
A. Focus only on the positive aspects of the text or work
B. Rely solely on personal feelings and emotions
C. Provide clear and concise examples to support your analysis
D. Avoid analyzing the author's intent or purpose
18. Which of the following is needed to make objective assessment?
A. Facts B. Opinions C. Reactions D. Traditions
19. Which of the following is not a form of reaction paper?
A. Appeal B. Protest C. Reflection D. Report
20. Why should we cite specific sources?
A. It helps support claims.
B. It makes the paper longer.
C. It adds to the creativity.
D. It makes the paper interesting.
21. Which critical approach focuses on understanding ways gender roles are reflected
or contradicted by texts?
A. Reader-response B. Feminism C. Historicism D. Marxist
22. Which critical approach focuses on ways texts reflect, reinforce, or challenge the effects of class, power
relations, and social roles?
A. Reader-response B. Feminism C. Historicism D. Marxist
23. Which critical approach focuses on understanding texts by viewing texts in the context of other texts?
A. Reader-response B. Feminism C. Historicism D. Marxist
24. Which critical approach focuses on each reader's personal reactions to a text?
A. Reader-response B. Feminism C. Historicism D. Marxist
25. Which critical approach focuses on "objectively" evaluating the text, identifying its underlying form. It
may study, for example, a text's use of imagery, metaphor, or symbolism?
A. Reader-response B. Media Criticism C. Historicism D. Formalism
26. It refers to a short summary that tells the reader what the project is, why it is important, and how it
will be carried out.
A. Position paper B. Concept paper C. Research paper D. Thesis
27. One of the advantages in writing a concept paper includes
A. You may be able to organize your ideas
B. It gives an opportunity to stand out and receive a positive response from reviewers
C. You are sure to get funding
D. ‘a’ and ‘b’
28. Which of the following is not true about references in the concept paper?
A. We can cite references in Introduction and Methods section
B. It is important to write references following standard guidelines
C. Statements should be linked to references
D. We can have as many references as possible
29. How many parts does a concept paper have?
A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5
30. It is known as the easiest part of the concept paper since most of your ideas will be referred to the
once you drafted.
A. Title B. Introduction C. Body D. Conclusion
31. Which part of the concept paper that describes the core ideas of the claim?
A. Title B. Introduction C. Body D. Conclusion
32. Which of the following is NOT included in developing the paragraph of writing the concept paper.
A. labelling B. explication C. definition D. explanation
33. This mode of presenting the concept uses examples to develop the ideas in the
paragraph.
A. labelling B. explication C. definition D. explanation
34. Why do you need to include the distinguishing feature in formal sentence definition?
A. To present the unique qualities of a term.
B. To recognize it from the other terms.
C. To be different in some terms.
D. None of the above

35. This is the main section of your concept paper.

A. Introduction B. Body C. Conclusion D. Title
36. The following are essential in writing the position paper, except
A. Introduce the topic
B. provide background on the topic to explain why it is important
C. assert the thesis
D. provide explanation but not the evidence
37. What source to use if you are doing introductory information and overviews?
A. books, government reports
B. academic journals
C. newspapers, magazines
D. directories, encyclopedias, handbooks
38. The following are asked to present a strong argument, except
A. Is it a real issue, with genuine controversy and uncertainty?
B. Can you identify at least two distinctive positions
C. Is this a lengthy issue?
D. Are you personally interested in advocating one of these positions?
39. In conducting a survey report it is important that the objective _____.
A. not clear B. accurate C. focused D. readable
40. In writing a summary, what should not include?
A. do not include your own comments or evaluation
B. the summary should not cover the original text as whole
C. the material should not be presented in a neutral fashion.
D. none of the above
41. Summarizing teaches students how to discern the most important ideas in a text.
A. yes B. no C. maybe D. not sure
42. Which of the following structure state the aim/purpose of the report, when and how
the report gathered?
A. conclusion B. main body C. objective D. Introduction
43. Which of the following is an essential component of a well-written reaction paper or
review and critique?
A. Including excessive personal anecdotes and unrelated experiences
B. Omitting any references or citations to avoid plagiarism
C. Balancing objective analysis with personal perspectives
D. Offering vague and ambiguous statements without supporting evidence.
44. Which of the following is NOT true about the reaction paper?
A. It purely expresses one’s opinions on certain issues and concerns.
B. It conveys incisive insights into its analysis of events.
C. It may include the main purpose of the event.
D. It is mainly written to communicate a fair assessment.
45. When writing a reaction paper or review and critique, it is important to:
A. Focus only on the positive aspects of the text or work
B. Rely solely on personal feelings and emotions
C. Provide clear and concise examples to support your analysis
D. Avoid analyzing the author's intent or purpose
 45-50: Directions: Understand the scenario: Read and analyze the scenario carefully to ensure you
have a clear understanding of the situation and its context. Identify the key elements, such as the
problem or challenge presented.

Scenario:
You are a student council member at your high school, and you have been tasked with conducting a
survey to gather feedback from the student body regarding their preferences for extracurricular
activities. After collecting and analyzing the survey data, you need to present the information to
your fellow students in an engaging and informative way.
Data:
The survey asked students to rank their top preferences for extracurricular activities. Here are the results:
1. Sports clubs: 42% of students ranked it as their top preference.
2. Music and performing arts groups: 32% of students ranked it as their top preference.
3. Academic clubs: 18% of students ranked it as their top preference.
4. Community service organizations: 8% of students ranked it as their top preference.
Question 46:
According to the survey conducted among the student body, which extracurricular activity received the
highest preference?
A) Sports clubs
B) Music and performing arts groups
C) Academic clubs
D) Community service organizations

Question 47:
Which extracurricular activity showed the second-highest preference among the students, according to the
survey?
A) Sports clubs
B) Music and performing arts groups
C) Academic clubs
D) Community service organizations

Question 48:
Among the listed options, which extracurricular activity received the lowest preference from the student
body?
A) Sports clubs
B) Music and performing arts groups
C) Academic clubs
D) Community service organizations

Question 49:
Which type of club or group gained the highest preference for students interested in academics?
A) Sports clubs
B) Music and performing arts groups
C) Academic clubs
D) Community service organizations

Question 50:
Based on the survey results, which extracurricular activity received the highest overall preference from the
student body?
A) Sports clubs
B) Music and performing arts groups
C) Academic clubs
D) Community service organizations