REGIONAL DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT
English 9
Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it on the provided Answer Sheet.
1. In a narrative, the characters are categorized according to the roles they play. What type of character is considered
the villain that would mostly likely cause hardship and sorrow to the lead role?
A. flat or static
B. Round and dynamic
C. protagonist
D. antagonist
2. It is the problem or struggle in a short story which may be classified as internal or external.
A. Conflict
B. Climax
C. Denouement
D. Resolution
3. Every story conveys a specific message. Which element of a story pertains to its underlying message that can be
direct or indirect, blatant or subtle. A. character
B. conflict
C. theme
D. plot
4. If you want something done, give it to a busy person.” Initially that advice sounds strange, but people with energy
and ambition often gets things done. Throughout time, it has been proven that people with ambition accomplish
things than others thought was impossible. Whether a person wants to set a world record or rise to the top, ambition
is the only quality that is most needed. Which may be the best title for the text?
- brainly.ph
A. How to have ambition
C. The Negative Effects of Ambition
B. The Value of Ambition
D. The Ways in which the Ambition affects Social Life
5. Tea is the world’s second most popular drink after water. Tea is a big part of the Chinese culture. A Chinese saying
identifies the seven basic daily necessities as fuel, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea. According to Chinese
legend, tea was invented accidentally by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong in 2737 B.C. China is one of the main
producers of tea, and tea remains China’s national drink. Which may be the main idea of the text? -yoyochinese.com
A. The popularity of tea
C. The benefits of drinking water
B. The health benefits of tea
D. The importance of tea in Chinese culture
6. Exercise is crucial to our lives. Doctors recommend that individuals exercise at least twice a week. It not only
controls weight, but it combats many health conditions and diseases. Another added benefit to exercise is its mood
boosting qualities. Remember, exercise does not necessarily need to be done in the gym as it can consist of an
outdoor walk or bike ride. Which may be the main idea of the text? - brainly.ph
A. Gyms are perceived to be bad for the health. C. Exercise has various benefits.
B. Bike riding is a good exercise.
D. Exercise can be done anywhere.
7. Someday we will all have robots that will be our personal servants. They will look and behave much like real
humans. We will be able to talk to these mechanical helpers and they will be able to respond in kind. Amazingly,
the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience. They will be smart, strong, and untiring workers whose
only goal is to make our lives easier. Which may be the main idea of the text?
-quizizz.com
A. Someday we will all have robots that will be our personal servants.
B. We will be able to talk to these mechanical helpers.
C. They will look and behave much like real humans.
D. Amazingly, the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience.
8. What does it mean to show bias?
A. to be conceited
C. to favor one side over another
B. to refuse to take a side
D. to show selfishness
9. Prejudice is remarkably similar to its Latin root in form and meaning. What is meaning the Latin word
“praejudicium”? A. judgement in advance B. too much presumption C. unfair judgement D. overthinking
10. Which of the following statements best defines bias?
A. It is an inclination toward or against one way of thinking.
B. It is a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.
C. It is an opinion or judgment formed without due examination
D. It is an adverse judgment or opinion formed beforehand or without knowledge of the facts.
11. Why is it important for readers to identify stereotypes, biases, and assumptions in written work?
A. Recognizing these factors helps readers become more acquainted with writers they agree with.
B. Recognizing these factors helps readers think critically to avoid being influenced about how they feel about people
or things.
C. Recognizing these factors is only important if you disagree with the writer's perspective.
D. Recognizing these factors is not important; it is normal to have stereotypes, biases, and assumptions about people
or things.
12. As bias is known as the irrational assumption that affects the ability to decide based on evidence.
Among the statements given, which best describes it?
A. People tend to form opinions without due knowledge
B. People tend to dislike those who belong to a different group
C. People tend to think that all members of a group are the same.
D. People tend to have an irrational attitude towards a particular group, race or religion.
13. Which of the following situations shows prejudice?
A. A group speaks hatred for other races and praise for their own.
B. A company hires a woman who shows expertise and has more experience in the construction industry.
C. A member of the ruling party agrees with everything the government says but disagrees with everything the
opposition believes
D. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, any person of Japanese descent living in America was considered a suspect.
14. An author writing about Mustang Convertibles uses words such as: performance, speed, fuel efficiency, wind,
luxury. What can you infer about the author's bias?
A. dislikes sports cars
B. thinks Mustangs C. likes Mustang Convertibles D. thinks Mustangs are dangerous
15. Which among the following statements is NOT an example of author bias?
A. The best new song is Justin Bieber's "Love Yourself"
B. The #1 song on the Billboard Top 100 this week is Rhianna's "Work"
C. One Call" is the worst song.
D. “Thinking Out Loud” is the song teenagers love the most. For items 16-17, refer to the given article.
Nowadays, edited photos of opposition politicians saying outrageous things to make them
look bad and destitute flood my newsfeed. Say for instance, netizen posted in his social account that the number of
reported cases is inaccurate. Because of this, many people are hesitant to get vaccinated. People used to believe that
the photos they have seen online are factual. There are also quotes from fictitious and deceased personalities
apparently praising a politicians’ leadership, disseminated online to mock his critics. Fake news has caused me, and
I assume many others, a lot of stress and pain. The thought that many people are being lured by these falsehoods,
especially at a time when we desperately need credible information, is just nerve-wracking.
16. Which among the following statements is relevant to the article on how people have been victimized by fake
news?
A. Say for instance, netizen posted in his social account that the number of reported cases is inaccurate.
B. People used to believe that the photos they have seen online are factual.
C. There are also quotes from fictitious and deceased personalities apparently praising the President’s leadership,
disseminated online to mock his critics.
D. Fake news has caused me, and I assume many others, a lot of stress and pain.
17. If you will determine whether the information given supports the article, then what factor is it being referred to
identify the relevance and truthfulness of the ideas presented?
a. Check the author
B. Read beyond
c. Consider the source d. Supporting sources
18. Analyze the given photos, they show truthfulness in the data presented EXCEPT…
A.
B.
C.
D.
For items 19-20, refer to the given article.
Working on a computer can be very frustrating if you don’t follow the rules. Rule Number One
for word processing is “Save your work frequently.” You can sit and yell at the machine when your stuff disappears.
You can bang the keyboard. You can even cry. The fact remains, had you saved frequently, a lot more than nothing
would still be there!
Source: https://www.waynecc.edu/wp-content/uploads/reading-review.pdf
19. What is the point of the paragraph?
A. complaining about life can be very dangerous. C.we all get disappointed at some point in our lives.
B. try to buy a new keyboard for better word processing. D. make it a habit to save files regularly to avoid the hassle.
20. Which of the following statements is irrelevant to the selection?
A. Most of us feel disappointed when working with a computer.
B. It is better to save your files frequently to avoid deleting files.
C. There is no better access to a computer than getting a good password.
D. Do not yell at the machine or cry because it won't do any good
21. You are writing a feature article on traditional Filipino sweets and desserts and need to locate secondary sources.
Which of the following is best to choose?
A. a compilation of recipes for Filipino sweets and desserts
B. an interview with a neighbor who knows how to make sweets and desserts
C. a blog titled “11 Traditional Filipino Sweets and Desserts You Need to Try”
D. a collection of photos of traditional Filipino sweets and desserts
22. If you were doing research for your essay about your family history, and needed a primary source, which of the
following would you do? A. look for recent family photos
B. interview elder family members
C. ask opinions from family friends
D. find the Family Tree project of your eldest brother
23. Your father is applying for a job that requires primary information about the applicants. Which of the following
does not give primary information about your father? A. Birth Certificate B. Diploma C. Thesis d. ID
24. Your teacher Voter’s gives you a reporting task about a front liner’s experiences during this time of the pandemic.
How would you gather secondary information?
A. get a copy of actual video footage inside the hospital
B. watch a documentary about lived experiences of front liners
C. schedule an online interview with a policeman or soldier
D. read a front liner’s personal social media posts telling his experiences
25. Which of the following statement is an example of FACT?
A. The Philippines was the first country in Southeast Asia to gain independence after World War II, in 1945.
B. I think if Vice President Lennie Robredo will be the next President in Philippines, we will have a better future.
C.The most reliable network in the Philippines is TV5.
D. The best Vlogger for me is no other than Kween LC.
26. Which of the following statement is an example of OPINION?
A. The Philippines has the highest rate of discovery of new animal species with 16 new species of mammals
discovered just in the last 10 years.
B. Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is a premier provider of customer-focused telecommunications and ICT solutions
dedicated to equip, enable, and empower its users.
C. Lloyd Cafe Cadena was the most famous Filipino vlogger, radio personality, and author.
D. After we have been exposed to an infection, our immune system remembers the threat, by producing antibodies.
27. Primary source documents are all of the following EXCEPT –
A. first hand accounts of someone’s experience C. an original document that does not analyze other documents
B. Analysis of events
D. Original Research
28. Secondary source documents are all of the following EXCEPT:
A. an analysis of primary sources or events
B. interpretations of original documents
C. sources created later by someone who did not participate in the event
D. original materials
29. Which of the following sources of information is considered a primary one since it makes a personal connection
to the past?
A. A biography of Gregorio H. Del Pilar
C. Downloaded photograph of the Bulak Festival
B. A documentary about the history of Bulacan D. An interview with a survivor of World War II
30. Which statement best describes a secondary source of information?
A. They provide direct or first-hand evidence of certain events, objects, persons or work of art.
B. The information in these sources has not yet been analyzed, summarized or interpreted.
C. Works of criticism and interpretation are examples of this type of sources.
D. These present original thinking, report on discoveries, or share new information.
31. What could be the possible actions you need to engage in before you identify that the evidence of information is
valid? A. assess
B. evaluate
C. examine D. All of the above
32. What is the question you should ask in examining the reliability of a piece of evidence? A. Does it present extreme
situation? B. Does it provide sources that are verifiable? C. Does it give limited data of information?
D.Is your example similar to other examples?
For items number 33 - 35: Identify what communicative competence is appropriate for these statements?
33. * The Priest said, “For God so love the world that He gave his only begotten son that whoever believes in Him should
not perish but have everlasting life.” And this can be read on the of John chapter 3 verse 16.
*The teacher explains the DepEd Core Values, Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao, Makakalikasan, Makabansa and the learners
do listen attentively. A. Casual
B. Consultative
C. Frozen
D. Intimate
34.
Learner 1: Hi! How are you?
Learner 2: Are you enjoying the
limited face to face?
Learner
1: Well…yes, I am, but still, we
need to be more cautious for we do
not see the enemy, I mean the virus.
Learner 2 : Yeah, you are right, we still
need to follow the health protocol.
See you around.
Mom 1: Oh! I love the way you take
care of your plants.
Mom2: They say I have a green
thumb, that the plants easily bloom.
Mom3: Share some tips on how to
produce more of that variety.
Mom 2: Which one? Ah the
Monet Tree? Sure! Get inside and let
us talk about that.
A. Casual
B. Consulatative
C. Frozen
D. Intimate
35. Which of the following statements can be classified as “consultative communicative style”?
1. Dr. Reyes, what would be the best thing to do to have a shiny hair?
2. Mirah, what do you think will happen in our environment 10 years from now?
3. Teddy, how do you find the Baywalk Dolomite Beach in Manila?
4. Teacher Ruth, can I take the remediation test after my swab test is done?
A. 1 and 2 B. 2 and 3 C. 1 and 4 D. 3 and 4
For items number 36 - 39: Identify what communicative style is appropriate for this situation?
36.
Maria’s father just arrived from work. She is about to greet him as he enters their home.
A. Casual
B. Consultative
C. Frozen
D. Intimate
37. Best friends Mike and Carlo are about to discuss their plans for college.
A.Casual
38.
A. Casual
B. Consultative
C. Frozen
D. Intimate
A client is about to seek the expertise of an assessor to inquire about the land area of his
inheritance from his father.
B. Consultative
C. Conversational
D. Intimate
39. DOH Secretary Francisco T. Duque III delivered his speech to welcome Pres. Rodrigo R. Duterte during the turn
over ceremony of the OFW Hospital last April 24, 2022.
A. Casual
B. Consultative
C. Frozen
D. Intimate
40. Modal verbs are also known as helping verbs. They work with other verbs to show various conditions, such
as possibility or necessity. Which statement has the correct modal verb?
1. Have I drive your car to go to school tomorrow?
2. Students must wear their proper school uniform and identification card.
3. We have to make our room, school, and environment attractive.
4. The Med Team may to assist the learners with symptoms in the isolation booth.
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3 D. 4
41. Which modal verb should be used to complete the statement?
We ____ drink 8 - 12 glasses of clean and safe water every day.
A. ought to
B. can
C. may D. should
42. Which modal verb should be used for this statement?
The Department of Agrarian Reform _____ train our farmers on how to plant new breeds of palay and
other crops, so that we ____have enough supply for the country.
A. must - may
B. may - shall
C. can- will
D. shall - may
43. Which of the statements expresses an obligation?
1. You must wear face mask and bring alcohol wherever you go.
2. You ought to observe social distancing.
3. Learners may obey their parents all the time.
4. Parents can guide their children in doing their school tasks.
A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 3 and 4
D. 1 and 4
44. Which is the most appropriate and sensible conclusion expressing an argument based on the text?
The government should consider building more windmills and solar panels, to improve the supply of
electricity.
A. The government should partially support the leaders who pursue on building windmills and solar panels.
B. The government should further implement the use of natural resources to improve the supply of electricity.
C. The government should continue to construct infrastructures for further improvement.
D. The government should pay attention on the needs of the people.
45. Which statement draw a conclusion expressing prohibition based on the given statement?
Unvaccinated people are not allowed to attend mass gathering.
A. Unvaccinated people won’t be allowed to go to the mall.
B. Unvaccinated people shouldn’t be allowed to attend any form of gathering.
C. Unvaccinated people may be allowed to eat in a restaurant.
D. Unvaccinated people can visit their relatives.
The numbers in detail
Already in the mid-2010s, hunger had started creeping upwards, dashing hopes of irreversible decline. Disturbingly, in 2020
hunger shot up in both absolute and proportional terms, outpacing population growth: some 9.9 percent of all people are
estimated to have been undernourished last year, up from 8.4 percent in 2019.
More than half of all undernourished people (418 million) live in Asia; more than a third (282 million) in Africa; and a
smaller proportion (60 million) in Latin America and the Caribbean. But the sharpest rise in hunger was in Africa, where
region.the estimated prevalence of undernourishment – at 21 percent of the population – is more than double that of any
other
On other measurements too, the year 2020 was sombre. Overall, more than 2.3 billion people (or 30 percent of the global
population) lacked year-round access to adequate food: this indicator – known as the prevalence of moderate or severe
food insecurity – leapt in one year as much in as the preceding five combined. Gender inequality deepened: for every 10
food-insecure men, there were 11 food-insecure women in 2020 (up from 10.6 in 2019).
Malnutrition persisted in all its forms, with children paying a high price: in 2020, over 149 million under-fives are estimated
to have been stunted, or too short for their age; more than 45 million – wasted, or too thin for their height; and nearly 39
million – overweight. A full three-billion adults and children remained locked out of healthy diets, largely due to excessive
costs. Nearly a third of women of reproductive age suffer from anaemia. Globally, despite progress in some areas – more
infants, for example, are being fed exclusively on breast milk – the world is not on track to achieve targets for any nutrition
indicators by 2030.
46. Which of the following statements from the selection doesn’t show text relevance of ideas?
A. Disturbingly, in 2020 hunger shot up in both absolute and proportional terms, outpacing population growth: some
9.9 percent of all people are estimated to have been undernourished last year, up from 8.4 percent in 2019.
B. But the sharpest rise in hunger was in Africa, where the estimated prevalence of undernourishment – at 21 percent
of the population – is more than double that of any other region.
C. Nearly a third of women of reproductive age suffer from anemia.
D. Globally, despite progress in some areas – more infants, for example, are being fed exclusively on breast milk – the
world is not on track t0o achieve targets for any nutrition indicators by 2030.
47. Among the following statements, which best defines text relevance?
A. Reading is a goal-directed activity such that a reader seeks to reach a particular outcome.
B. The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions while considering the text's details.
C. Refers to the match between a reader's goal and information germane to that goal.
D. It helps readers in the analysis of the information presented.
48. Which among the following statements is NOT TRUE about Internet? (APPLYING) A. It makes studying easier.
B. All the information in the internet is reliable.
C. It connects people from around the world.
D. Provides an easy way to communicate with others.
49. Which among the following is not a valuable use of the Internet in education? A. Easy access to resources.
B. Access to Digital Media.
C. Place for Social Networking
D. Effective Teaching-Learning tool
50. Why do you need to filter any information provided by the internet?
A. Some sites from the internet require access on your location.
B. Some sites, like Wikipedia, gives users freedom to change details and information on their site.
C. The internet is vast and the information shared is endless.
D. D. Some contents of the internet is age-restricted
1. D
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. D
6. C
7. A
8. C
9. A
10.A
11.B
12.B
13.D
14.C
15.B
16.B
17.D
18.B
19.D
20.C
21.C
22.C
23.C
24.B
25.A
26.C
27.B
28.D
29.D
30.C
31.D
32.B
33.C
34.A
35.C
36.D
37.A
38.B
39.C
40.B
41.D
42.A
43.A
44.B
45.B
46.C
47.C
48.B
49.C
50.B