SHS ENGLISH

2023 NAT PRE-TEST

1. When the outgoing President delivers his final State of the Nation Address
(SONA), what communication function is demonstrated?
A. control
B. emotional expression
C. information dissemination
D. social interaction
2. Yzekiel wants to define the graphic organizer. Which of the following
statements is the BEST definition he can give?
A. A graphic organizer uses shapes.
B. A graphic organizer is a connection of ideas.
C. A graphic organizer is a presentation of ideas.
D. A graphic organizer is a visual graphic representation of ideas.
3. Justin is an 11th -grade student who wants to present the similarities and
differences between an android phone and an apple smartphone using a
graphic organizer. What graphic organizer will he use?
A. cause and effect c. timeline
B. fish bone d. Venn diagram
4. What style of monologue does Robert Browning’s poem Porphyria’s Lover
present?

A. soliloquy monologue c. dramatic monologue

B. comic monologue d. operatic monologue
5. Which of the following is an example of a legend?

A. The Life of Rizal c. Noli Me tangere

B. The Flood Story d. Ang kuneho at ang matsing
6. Which of the following epic which talks about a hero Lam-ang, quest
for the heart of Ines Kannoyan and his exploits with his pets – a white
rooster and a dog.
A. Hushed c. lam-ang
B. Ibalon d. maragtas
7. Naz is assigned to report on the pre-colonial literature in the
Philippines. Among his statements, which of these is not true about
Philippine pre-Colonial literature?
A. Pre-colonial literature includes chants, proverbs, and song.
B. Pre-colonial includes creative fiction and narratives
C. Pre-colonial literature defects the livelihood, customs, and
traditions of the Filipinos during the Spanish occupation.
D. Pre-colonial literature includes literature that was passed on
from generation to generation through the word of mouth.
8. In the research titled: “Effect of Remedial Program on Academic
Performance among Senior High School Students”, identify which is the
independent and dependent variable.
A. Dependent: Effect of Remedial Program, Independent:
Academic Performance
B. Dependent: Academic Performance, Independent: Effect of
Remedial Program
C. Dependent: Senior High School Students, Independent: Effect
of Remedial Program
D. Dependent: Academic Performance, Independent: Senior High
Student

Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

“My mother had hair so dark that it looked like a waterfall of ink. She
always kept it in a braid that fell to her slim waist, and always tied with a
plain black band. The braid of black slung over her shoulder, the plaits
shining like scales.”
-Tin Lochia
9. What pattern of development is used in organizing this paragraph.
A. definition c. narration
B. description d. classification
10. It refers to a development pattern that tries to convince readers to
adopt the writer’s point of view on a topic.
A. narration c. exemplification
B. persuasion d. definition
11. Why is it vital for students to follow a pattern of development when
writing?
A. They signal how the facts will be presented.
B. They help us sort out information and shape paragraphs or
essay
C. They help organize an outline, or depending on the purpose
they can determine the form that a paper will take
D. All of the above
12. What model of communication presents communication as a linear or
one-way process?
A. Intermediary/Gatekeeper Model
B. Schramm’s Communication Model
C. Shannon and Weaver’s Model
D. Transactional Model

Read the excerpt by Edgar Allan Poe and answer the questions below.

The injuries of Fortunato, I had borne as I could but when he ventured

upon insult, I vowed revenge. You who so well know the nature of my soul,
will not suppose, however, that I gave utterance to a threat. At length I
would be avenged; this was a point definitely settled, but the very
definitiveness with which it was resolved, precluded the idea of risk. I must
only punish, but punish with impunity. A wrong is undressed when
retribution overtakes its redressers. It is equally underdressed when the
avenger fails to make himself felt as such to him who was done him wrong.
Except from The Cask of Amontillado – Edgar Allan Poe

13. In the short story, the narrator tells the reader that he is going to take
revenge on a character named Fortunato. Which of these statements gives
his main reason?
A. The narrator was offended by Fortunato.
B. The narrator suffered injuries caused by Fortunato .
C. The narrator is drunk with anger towards Fortunato.
D. The narrator has unfinished business with Fortunato.

Read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follows.

Nestor Vicente Madali “N.V.M.” Gonzales was born on September 8,

1915 in Romblon, Romblon. At the age of five his family moved to Mindoro.
He attended the Mindoro High School from1927 to 1930 and the National
University, but he was not able to obtain a degree. His first essay was
published in the Philippine Graphic. He was also an editor for the Manila
Chronicle and Evening News Magazine.

14. The paragraph is an example of biography. Which of the following

statement best describe the paragraph?
A. A biography is a form of expression.
B. A biography is based on real events.
C. A biography focuses on the real account of the author’s life.
D. A biography is a fictional account of the author’s life.
15. The grade 12 English class is assigned to write a narrative essay.
Among the choices given, which information should be included in their
essay?
I. A story that happened in a particular setting
II. A memorable experience
III. Chronologically arranged details
IV. A definition of a sign and symbol

A. I, II, III C. IV. III

B. IV, I, II D. II.IV
16. You're sitting in a meeting or class and the speaker is dull. What is
the barrier in this situation?
A. emotional c. mental
B. language d. noise
17. The following are strengths of Quantitative Research, EXCEPT one.
A. Findings can be generalized the population.
B. Numerical Data can be used to predict outcome.
C. Subjectivity can be established.
D. Validity and reliability can be established.
18. Rica greets Lito, then they start talking about their plans for the
summer escapade. What type of speech context occurs here?
A. interpersonal c. mass communication
B. intrapersonal d. public
19. In the poem “The Telephone Conversation “written by Wole Soyinka,
the woman who owns the apartment asks the client who is an African
man about his skin color. What does her question imply?
A. The woman likes the African skin color.
B. The woman is amused of the African skin color.
C. The woman is very careful to men, who will rent her
apartment.
D. The woman is concerned of letting the African man rent her
apartment because of his skin color.

Read the following research article and answer the question that follows.

Adolescent pregnancy remains a major contributor to maternal and

child mortality. Complications relating to pregnancy and childbirth are the
leading cause of death for girls aged 15-19 globally. Pregnant girls and
adolescents also face other health risks and complications due to their
immature bodies. Babies born to younger mothers are also at greater risk.
For many adolescents, pregnancy and childbirth are neither planned,
nor wanted. In countries where abortion is prohibited or highly restricted,
adolescents typically resort to unsafe abortion, putting their health and
lives at risk. Some 3.9 million unsafe abortions occur each year to girls
aged 15-19 in developing regions.
Adolescent pregnancy can also have negative social and economic
effects on girls, their families and communities. Unmarried pregnant
adolescents may face stigma or rejection by parents and peers as well as
threats of violence. Girls who become pregnant before age 18 are also more
likely to experience violence within a marriage or partnership. (WHO. 2020)
20. Which of the following research title is the most suitable for the
research article above?
A. Effects of Teenage Pregnancy
B. Factors affecting Teenage Pregnancy
C. What is the average Number of Teenage Pregnancy in the
Philippines?
D. None of the above.
21.Which of the following is a good thesis statement?
A. Reading can develop a child’s analytical mind.
B. The internet has improved the lives of many.
C. High levels of alcohol consumption are bad for you.
D. Americans should add exercise to their daily morning routine
because it’s not only keep their bodies at a healthy weight, but
also reduces the risk of high blood pressure

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

“What do you think about banning smoking? The whole country is divided
on this issue. Some people believe that there should be no limitations
placed on smoking. Others have different opinions. Tobacco should be
outlawed because smoking endangers everyone’s health, pollutes the
environment, and drains us of valuable energy.”

22. Where in the paragraph should the thesis statement be stated?

 A. beginning
B. middle
C. last
D. whole paragraph

Read the following paragraph and answer the question.

Piranha are omnivorous, freshwater fish, which are mostly known for
their raw of sharp, triangular teeth in both jaws. Piranha’s teeth come
together in a scissor-like bite and are used for puncture and tearing. Baby
piranha are small about the size of a thumbnail. The many species of
piranha vary in color, though most are either and silvery with an orange
underbelly and the throat almost black.
(writingcenter.unc.edu.)

23. What is the paragraph all about?

A. The paragraph is all about fish.
B. The paragraph is about the color of piranha.
C. The paragraph is all about the description of Piranha.
D. The paragraph is all about the piranha’s sharp teeth.
24.What pattern of development is used in organizing the above
paragraph?
A. comparison and contrast c. description
B. definition d. narration
25. What type of speech style is appropriate when consulting a doctor for
an illness?
A. casual c. frozen
B. consultative d. intimate
26. Which of the following research questions could be answered by using
quantitative research methods?
A. How has the Covid-19 affected the reading comprehension
level of Grade 12 students?
B. What are the factors affecting low -level reading
comprehension
C. What mode of learning is preferred by Senior High School
students?
D. None of the above
27. Which of the following statements about outlining is correct?
A. It allows you to pick relevant information from sources early
on.
B. It gives writers a steady foundation and groundwork when
beginning the writing process
C. It helps construct and organize ideas in a sequential manner
and thoughtful flow.
D. All of the above

Read the following excerpt and answer the question below.

The sun is in our eyes, for it was dipping into then bright sea. The sky
was wide and deep and very blur above us: but along the saw-tooth rim of
the Katayaghan hills to the southwest framed huge masses of clouds.
Before us the fields swam in the golden haze through which floated big
purple and red and yellow bubbles when I looked at the sinking sun.

28. How does the author describe the setting?

A. The author describes a local rural setting with images that are
familiar to the Filipinos.
B. The author uses symbols found in nature to create an
interesting juxtaposition with the Philippine hills and forest.
C. The author uses the vibrant native landscape an appropriate
metaphor for his affection and love for motherland.
D. The author creates an unsettling and mysterious atmosphere
by setting the scenes at dusk.

Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow.

A Haiku
by Basho

A snowy morning --
By myself,
Chewing on dried salmon

29. What tone do the details of the poem convey?

A. excitement c. loneliness
B. happiness d. sorrow
30. Which of the following best describes a well – written text?
A. The information is arranged logically.
B. The paragraph is coherent and clear.
C. It constitutes proper paraphrasing.
D. The writer is equipped with the fundamental properties of
grammar.

For question no. 31 refer to the illustration below.

Research Title: Effects of Learning by Doing

Strategy to Student Engagement

Conceptual Paradigm:
31. In the conceptual framework given above, what do you think is
considered as the mediating variable?
A. lLearning style c. both a and b
B. multiple intelligences d. none of the above

32. Are you the only person in this house?" your mother asks as you sit
in the living room watching television at full blast. “. What does her
declaration imply?
A. You are going to change the channel.
B. You're going to turn off the TV.
C. You'll turn down the television's volume.
D. You will invite everyone in the home to watch television with
you.
33. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the importance
of Quantitative Research?
A. It helps educators identify ways to improve learning.
B. It helps improve crop production using safe organic fertilizers.
C. It helps pharmaceutical companies explore safe and effective
medicines.
D. It helps understand victims of domestic violence perception of
satisfaction.

For question no.34-35 please refer to the following passage.

In our small town, Papa's soda shop was the most popular place for
high school students to meet. Unlike his brother, our military-minded, sullen
principal, Papa was always relaxed, kind, interested, always ready to add
extra whipped cream and cherries to our sodas. He was tolerant of the
noisy, boisterous students who came to his shop after school. Everyone I
knew in town, except our principal, loved Papa.
(https://www.madison-schools.com/cms)

34. In the passage, how does the writer describe the two men?
A. compares Papa's place to others in the town
B. Suggests that Papa was hypocritical.
C. Explains why two brothers were different.
D. contrasting the personality of the two men
35. What is the basis for the writer’s observations towards the character?
A gossip
B. scholarly research
C. first-hand experience
. D. opinions of the writers
36. The essence of this academic paper is to explain what the study is all
about, and why it is important and the methods that will be used in
conducting the study.
A. concept paper c. position paper
B. survey paper d. report paper
37. What are the ways in explaining a concept?
A. formal, informal and extended definition
B. definition, explication and clarification
C. introduction, body and conclusion
 D. All of the above
For number 38, read the poem and answer the question that follows.

Because I could not stop for Death

(Excerpt)
-Emily Dickinson

Because I could not stop to Death

He kindly stopped for me;
The carriage held but just ourselves
And immortality

38. What figure of speech is used in the stanza?

A. hyperbole c. smile
B. metaphor d. personification
For no.39 complete the following analogy
39. Romeo and Juliet: William Shakespeare:
_______________: Jose Rizal
A. Book of Heroes c. the legend
B. National Hero d. Noli me tangere
40. If you want to assess the statistical relationship between Motivation
and Academic Performance of Grade 12 students in Practical Research
subject, what quantitative research design will you use?
A. cohort c. experimental
B. correlation d. none of the above
41. The flow or growth of interaction is directed and controlled by this
form of communicative strategy.
A. nomination c. topic control
B. restriction d. turn-taking
42. Which statement contains a proclamation by the speaker?
A. Please do not linger.
B. I apologize for what I've done.
C. Beginning today, I shall assist the family in earning a living.
D. You have been appointed as our province's new Chief of Police.
43. A group researchers want to use the best probability sampling
procedure that would help them in saving their time and resources. They
also want to provide equal opportunity to select respondents from Grade
12 STEM students. What sampling procedure should they choose?
A. cluster sampling
B. simple random sampling
C. stratified random sampling
D. systematic sampling
44. Zacharee writes a book review for her reading class. What
information will she include in the beginning of her book review?
A. the thesis statements
B. the summary of the content
C. the author’s biographical information
D. the book’s bibliographical information
45. Which aspects of a speech should be avoided?
A. The use of basic and short words.
B. To make your point, use metaphors and other figures of
 speech.
C. Make your speech appear very sophisticated by using jargon,
acronyms, or technical phrases.
D. Consider your audience when selecting words, jokes, and non-
verbal indications for your speech.

46. Except for one, the following should be considered while dealing with
persons from other cultures. What exactly is it?
A. Always be courteous.
B. Be aware of other people's religious beliefs.
C. To refer to a large bunch, use "he" and "man."
D. Avoid making broad generalizations about a certain group.
For question no.47 refer to the illustration below.

47. In the study conducted by Sumaong J.2020, the data shows the
responses of students from Balbalayang National High School to the
question “Do you have a reliable internet connection?” In the study
conducted about the Implementation of Modular Distance Learning in
the Philippine Secondary Public Schools. What do these data signify?
A. 27% of BNHS students do not have a reliable internet connection
B. 27% of BNHS students have a reliable internet connection
C. 40 % of BNHS students have a reliable internet connection
D. None of the above
For question no. 48, refer to the graph below
48. Which two months had approximately the same amount of candy
sold?
A. September and February
B. October and March
C. November and March
D. September and December
49. Ysmael wants to define an application letter. Among the choices below
which is the best definition he can give?
A. It is a type of letter to address any wrong doing or offense.
B. It is a personal letter that is typically used to apply for a job.
C. It is a letter written to publicize and ultimately sell a product or a
service to the consumers.
D. It is a letter written from one company to another

50. Research findings in the Philippines shows that the great number of
activities in each module is one of the main problems that emerged in the
implementation of Modular Distance Learning. As a Senior High student,
what recommendation can you give to solve the said problem?

A. Teachers should reduce activities from the modules.

B. Teachers should provide more examples for each subject.
C. Teachers should conduct home visitation once a week.
D. All of the above

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