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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

Department of Education
Division of Oriental Mindoro
BALUGO NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Mansalay

Long Test in Reading and Writing Skills – Grade 11

General Directions: Read the following statements carefully and write your answer on
your paper. GOODLUCK!
1. Which of the following is an essay or written report that presents a person’s attitude, option
and intentions about a specific issue and it is also called a point-of-view paper.
A. Position Paper
B. Book Review
C. Research Paper
D. Literature Review
2. Which of the following is a critical analysis of a published body of knowledge about a specific
topic, it mentions various research studies and texts about a specific topic
A. Position Paper
B. Book Review
C. Research Paper
D. Literature Review
3. Which of the following are NOT considered as credible sources of information for your
literature review?
A. Journals and articles
B. Wikepedia and blogs
C. Books and research studies
D. Investigatory projects
4. Which in-text citation is the leading style of documentation for literary research, as well as
academic papers in the humanities field like English and Theatre, Art?
A. MLA or Modern Language Association
B. APA or American Psychological Association
C. LPA or Lower Pattern Assignment
D. Bibliography
5. Which in-text citation style is typically used in the social sciences like Psychology, Sociology
and Social Work?
A. MLA or Modern Language Association
B. APA or American Psychological Association
C. LPA or Lower Pattern Assignment
D. Bibliography
6. Which of the following reports has the main purpose of presenting clearly a description of a
research study or formal investigation about a certain topic?
A. Research report
B. Literature review
C. Position paper
D. Book review
7. Which of the following is the first step in making a research paper?
A. Preparing bibliography
B. Choosing a topic for research
C. Note-taking
D. Outlining
8. Which of the following is designed to present in detail a certain plan of action or project?
A. Research Paper
B. Project proposal
C. Book Review
D. Literature review
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9. Which of the following serves as your first chance to impress and convince the employer that
you are the one fit for the job that you are applying for?
A. Resume
B. Application letter
C. Resignation letter
D. Admission paper
10. Which of the following is the process of translating letters and other symbols into meaningful
information for understanding use in everyday life?
A. Encoding
B. Reading
C. Speaking
D. Analyzing
11. Which of the following is a formal summary of experience, background, and interests as they
relate to employment?
A. Resume
B. Application letter
C. Resignation Letter
D. Admission
12. Which of the following style of writing in application letter does not belong to the group?
A. straight-forward
B. professional in form
C. stating intent clearly
D. lengthy
13. Which of the following terms does not belong to the characteristics of a good resume?
A. Concise
B. Clear
C. Compelling
D. Compromising
14. Which of the following is a system by which people in any part of the world can communicate
from one computer or device to other devices?
A. Application letter
B. Copy right
C. Link
D. Electronic mail (e-mail)
15. Which of the following is a form of literary criticism in which a book is analyzed based on
content, style, and merit?
A. Position Paper
B. Book Review
C. Research Paper
D. Literature Review
16. What type of essay is “We Defend the Truth—Letter for Life?
A. Position Paper
B. Research Paper
C. Book Review
D. none of the above
17. What part of research study includes materials, data gathering procedure and data analysis
procedure?
A. Introduction
B. Review of Related Literature
C. Methodology
D. None of the above
18. What part of research study includes the background of the study, statement of the problem,
objectives, hypothesis, significance of the study, scope and limitations and definition of terms?
A. Introduction
B. Review of Related Literature
C. Methodology
D. None of the above
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19. What part of research study includes the foreign and local literature review?
A. Introduction
B. Review of Related Literature
C. Methodology
D. None of the above
20. What chapter of research study includes the summary of findings, conclusions,
recommendations?
A. Chapter I
B. Chapter II
C. Chapter III
D. Chapter IV
21. Which of the following reasons is NOT considered in attaching footnotes?
A. when using indirect quotation
B. when copying a table chart or other diagrams
C. when paraphrasing an opinion which you have read
D. none of the above
22. Which of the following phrases/expression is appropriate as opening part of an application
letter?
A. I look forward to hear from you…..
B. I am (name) a (description of self)….
C. I am particularly interested in this position….
D. Currently, I am working as a….
23. Which of the following phrases is appropriate in expressing your intent on your application
letter?
A. I look forward to hear from you…..
B. I am (name) a (description of self)….
C. I am particularly interested in this position….
D. Currently, I am working as a….
24. Which of the following phrases is appropriate in expressing experience and qualification on
your application letter?
A. I look forward to hear from you…..
B. I have five years experience in this sector….
C. I am particularly interested in this position….
D. Currently, I am working as a….
25. Which of the following phrases/expression is appropriate as closing part of an application
letter?
A. I look forward to hear from you please do not hesitate to contact me…..
B. I am very keen to use English….
C. As you can see from my CV….
D. Currently, I am working as a….
26. Which of the following forms of letters has a conventional but polite language and tone?
A. Business letter
B. Friendly letter
C. Party Invitation
D. None of the above
27. Which part of the business letter includes the sender’s complete address and the date?
A. Heading
B. Inside address
C. Salutation
D. Body
28. Which part of the business letter includes the complete name and address of the recipient?
A. Heading
B. Inside address
C. Salutation
D. Body
29. Which part of the business letter includes the sender’s complete address and the date?
A. Heading
B. Inside address
C. Salutation
D. Body
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30. Which of the following belongs to the conventional closings of a business letter?
A. Happily yours,
B. Very truly yours,
C. Keeping in touch
D. Lovingly yours,

Directions: Identify whether the following statements are true. Write A if it is TRUE and B if it is
NOT.

_________31. A position paper is similar to debate which also takes one side of an argument
about certain issue and presents such argument in an organized manner.
_________32. In literature, the statement of the topic or area of concern, context and overview
of the literature to be reviewed can be seen in the body.
_________33. Wikepedia and blogs are reliable sources of information for literature review.
_________34. Citations are listed alphabetically on the references or works cited page.
_________35. In MLA format, works cited is cited last name, first name (Bird, Big).
_________36. In APA format, works cited is last name, first initial (Bird, B.)
_________37. Research papers like reports and thesis are similar in terms of purpose which is
to draw conclusion.
_________38. A good and organized outline leads the way to an effective report material.
_________39. Creating proposals is essential not just in the school setting but also in the
professional world.
_________40. In writing application letter, it is important how you “market” yourself.
_________41. A resume should be lengthy and doesn’t consider relevant skills, experience and
achievements.
_________42. In selecting a topic for your position paper, you have to consider your reader’s
interest and not your interest.
_________43. In writing a position paper, it is important to consider whether there are distinct
positions in the issue.
________44. The goal of writing position paper is to persuade the readers that you have well-
founded knowledge in coming up with your argument, and your opinion is valid and
justifiable.
________45. Some readers may agree with the reasons cited in the position papers; some may
not.

For numbers 46-50. Write an application letter in a one whole sheet of paper. (5 points)