SAVER’S TECHNOLOGICAL COLLEGE OF
DAVAO, INC.
Roxas St., Zone II, Digos City
English for Academic and Professional
dkc, Purposes
SECOND MONTHLY
EXAM
Name: _____________________________________________ Grade & Section:
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Date: ________________________
Test I.
Directions: Identify the statement which supports the following claims. Write
the letter of your choice on a separate sheet. (2pts. each)
1. Kids are super spreaders of Covid 19 virus.
a. Kids loves chatting with friends.
b. A U.S. study published in the Journal of Pediatrics show that children have
higher level of virus compared to adults.
c. Children are required to wear masks.
d. Children needs not to be vaccinated.
2. Pollution is seen as a major world problem.
a. Some of the lands disappearing beneath rising seas.
b. The earth is considered the only planet in the universe that supports life.
c. The word Environment is derived from the French word “Environ” which means
surrounding.
d. People get water, power, and oxygen from the environment.
3.Reforestation is a long ranges answer to massive flooding.
a. The effects of tropical cycles include heavy rain, strong wind and large storm
surges.
b. Strong typhoons can disrupt power supply.
c. Forest serves to keep the water in the mountains.
d. Health facilities have been damaged due to heavy flooding.
4.Mental health is not just a millennial’s issues or senior citizens, but of
everyone.
a. A healthy lifestyle is not achieved overnight, but we have to be consistent.
b. Fats are important for good health and proper functioning of the body.
c. A high salt intake can result in high blood pressure and increase the risk of
cardiovascular disease.
d. Being far from family alone, not knowing where to get the family’s next meal,
and other nasty things on social media can trigger one’s anxiety.
5. Digital technology played a key role as the economy started reopening.
a. Developments in biotechnology could allow anyone even amateur biologist, to
develop a tool that kill millions
b. Employees began working remotely and use work collaboration tools to ensure
productivity
c. Data security is risky as digital technology can be hacked, transmitted by
several ways.
d. People are now more into virtual communication rather than cherishing what
have in real life.
TEST II. Write my thoughts!
Directions: Choose one issue. Expound your stand and give reasons using the
supporting evidence you have provided. Then, develop these facts into a
coherent position paper. (20 pts.)
TEST II.
A. Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and write FALSE if the
statement is wrong.
____________ 1. It is good practice to consider all possible views on the issue at
hand.
____________ 2. The issue is a crucial component of a position paper.
____________ 3. Choose an issue that is debatable, current and relevant.
____________ 4. Audience analysis is also important to consider in order to write a
more persuasive position paper.
____________ 5. In writing a position paper, the writer’s credentials is an important
factor to establish credibility.
____________ 6. Any opinions can be used to support an argument.
____________ 7. Providing a background of the issue is not necessary in writing the
introduction.
____________ 8. The main goal of a position paper is to inform the readers.
____________ 9. A position paper is also called a point of view paper.
____________ 10. The conclusion of a position paper must end with a strong call
for action.
B. Answer the following questions briefly:
1. In your own words, state what a position paper. (5pts)
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2. In what ways can you develop your arguments? (5pts)
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