First SUMMATIVE TEST in QUARTER 3 English.pptx

1st SUMMATIVE TEST in QUARTER 3.pptx

1. 1 st SUMMATIVE TEST in QUARTER 3

2. Directions: Write the COMPLETE ANSWER (letter and the words) on your answer sheet. (Example: A. Argumentative Essay) Note: Strictly NO ERASURE!

3. 1. What is the primary purpose of an argumentative essay? A. To narrate a personal experience B. To describe a specific topic in detail C. To persuade the reader that your argument is valid D. To entertain the audience with engaging stories

4. 2. Which of the following is NOT a step in outlining an argumentative essay? A. Writing a hook in the introduction B. Presenting evidence to support the claim C. Introducing new information in the conclusion D. Addressing counterclaims and rebuttals

5. 3. What is a thesis statement in an argumentative essay? A. A detailed summary of your essay B. A concise, one-sentence summary of your main claim C. A question that introduces the topic D. A list of evidence supporting your argument

6. 4. What is the role of a “hook” in the introductory paragraph? A. To outline the main points of the essay B. To grab the reader’s attention C. To provide evidence for the argument D. To summarize the conclusion

7. 5. Which element of the body paragraph presents opposing views to the claim? A. Thesis statement B. Evidence C. Counterclaim D. Rebuttal

8. 6. What is the purpose of a rebuttal in an argumentative essay? A. To provide additional evidence supporting the claim B. To negate or disprove the counterclaim C. To restate the thesis statement D. To summarize the body paragraphs

9. 7. Which of the following is an example of evidence in an argumentative essay? A. “Some people disagree with this viewpoint.” B. “Statistics show that 70% of individuals prefer this solution.” C. “It is clear that my argument is correct.” D. “Although this idea is popular, it lacks merit.”

10. 8. Why is it important to include a counterclaim in an argumentative essay? A. To confuse the reader B. To demonstrate awareness of opposing views C. To restate the thesis D. To introduce new topics

11. 9. What should you avoid when writing the conclusion of an argumentative essay? A. Summarizing your arguments B. Restating your thesis C. Introducing new evidence or claims D. Synthesizing information from the body paragraphs

12. 10. Which sentence best describes the structure of an argumentative essay? A. An introduction, a series of descriptive paragraphs, and a conclusion B. An introduction, body paragraphs with evidence and counterclaims, and a conclusion C. A brief introduction, three unrelated points, and a concluding statement D. A hook, evidence, and a list of unrelated facts

13. 11. What is the primary purpose of informative writing? A. To persuade readers to take action B. To entertain readers with a story C. To inform readers by providing facts and details D. To present fictional ideas creatively

14. 12. Which of the following is NOT a type of informative writing? A. Definition Essay B. Narrative Essay C. Process Essay D. Cause and Effect Essay

15. 13. What type of informative essay would best explain the steps to assemble a piece of furniture? A. Cause and Effect B. Process Essay C. Definition Essay D. Opposing Sides Essay

16. 1 4. In an opposing sides essay, the writer should: A. Describe each step in a process B. Provide a detailed definition of a concept C. Present all perspectives on an issue D. Explain the cause and effect of events

17. 15. What should the thesis statement in the introduction of an informative essay do? A. Summarize all the evidence to be used B. Contain the main idea of the essay C. Present an argument to persuade the reader D. Provide a counterclaim to the topic

18. 16. Which of the following is the correct structure for the body paragraph in an informative essay? A. A restatement of the thesis with no supporting details B. Main Idea sentence, followed by evidence and details C. A summary of all the ideas discussed in the essay D. A list of unrelated facts about the topic

19. 17. Why is it important to use transition words like "In addition" in informative writing? A. To confuse the reader with unnecessary details B. To clearly show the progression of ideas C. To make the writing more entertaining D. To avoid providing too much information

20. 18. Which of the following is a key feature of the conclusion in an informative essay? A. Introducing new arguments or evidence B. Restating the thesis statement C. Providing a list of unrelated topics D. Arguing against the opposing side

21. 19. A cause-and-effect essay should primarily focus on: A. Explaining a sequence of events B. Discussing different perspectives on an issue C. Defining an idea in detail D. Connecting events and explaining their relationships

22. 20. Which sentence best illustrates an effective conclusion? A. "Finally, this is the first step to follow." B. "In conclusion, understanding informative writing helps readers gain knowledge and insights." C. "First, begin by introducing the main idea of your topic." D. "Opposing sides essays are the most important type of informative writing."

23. 21. What is the primary goal of persuasion? A. To entertain an audience. B. To convince others to take a specific action or change their view. C. To share factual information. D. To express personal opinions without influencing others.

24. 22. Which of the following statements best describes persuasive text? A. It is a genre of writing that informs readers about different topics. B. It is a genre of writing that tries to convince the audience of the writer’s idea or opinion. C. It is a type of text that provides a detailed explanation of a topic. D. It is a type of text that tells a fictional story to entertain the audience.

25. 23. In persuasive writing, what is often used to sway the reader’s mind? A. Humor and creativity. B. Sentiment, experience, or facts. C. Visuals and illustrations. D. Commands and rules.

26. 24. Which of the following purposes does persuasive text NOT aim to achieve? A. To make a change. B. To urge people to act. C. To create confusion. D. To prove something wrong.

27. 25. What is an example of a persuasive statement that supports a cause? A. "Gardening is a great hobby." B. "Everyone should follow the law." C. "Please donate for the orphanage." D. "Stop disobeying quarantine rules!"