GRADE

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION V-BICOL

SY 2022-2023
REGIONAL ACHIEVEMENT TEST IN ENGLISH 9

Directions: Read the sentences/questions carefully and choose the letter of

the correct answer. Write your answer on the answer sheet.

1. Which of the following best describes the function of the modal verb?
A. A modal verb is a descriptive word that gives additional information about
the subject in the sentence.
B. A modal verb refers to the predicate of the sentence which can be formal or
informal.
C. A modal verb indicates fixed modality and level of certainty in a sentence.
D. A modal verb belongs to a class of auxiliaries that denote a variety of
meanings.

2. Which of the sentences below show permission?

A. You mustn’t spend too much.
B. You may now leave this room.
C. She ought to help her ailing mother.
D. We need to be there before the concert starts.

3. What comprises a conditional sentence?

A. Cause and effect
B. Condition and result
C. Cause and result
D. Condition and effect

4. Which two speech styles use informal language such as slang, contractions, and
colloquialism?
A. casual and frozen
B. intimate and casual
C. consultative and formal
D. casual and consultative

5. Which of the following examples use the formal speech style?

A. school creed and hymns
B. speeches and presentations in important ceremonies
C. expert-trainee communication

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 D. chats with friends and family

6. Which of the following qualities apply to frozen speech style?

A. It uses slang, terms of endearment, and colloquialisms.
B. The speaker usually does not plan what he wants to say.
C. It uses ellipsis and unconventional language.
D. It’s the most formal communicative style.

7. What is the main difference between formal and frozen speech style?
A. Formal style is used during respectful events and ceremonies while frozen
speech is used generally in a very formal setting and does not require
feedback from the audience.
B. Communicating using the formal speech is one-way, in which the speaker
simply transmits information to the listener while frozen speech is two-way
process that involves interaction between the speaker and listener.
C. In formal speech style, the speaker avoids slang terminologies and says
something that has been prepared beforehand while in frozen speech, the
speaker says something and gives valuable feedback.
D. Both speech styles are examples of two-way communication that values
feedback and interaction.

8. What is the appropriate tense of the verb to be used in this sentence:

When you read books, you _________ (learn) things. (present real)
A. learn
B. learned
C. will learn
D. would have learned

9. What speech style is used when you speak and write to strangers, persons of
authority, professionals, and elders?
A. intimate
B. casual
C. formal
D. frozen

10. What does the statement: “You ought to listen,” mean?

A. It’s a good idea for you to listen.
B. You need to listen.
C. You don’t need to listen.
D. It’s up to you if you want to listen.

11. Which of the following statements supports the argument why students should
not bring mobile phones to school using the correct form of conditional?
A. If they brought mobile phones, they cheat in the test.
B. If they bring mobile phones, they will be distracted in their studies.
C. They would create unnecessary noise in class if they bring mobile phones.
D. They should bring their mobile phones because they will only waste their
time and money.

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12. Glenda is doing a survey about the effects of earthquake in her community.
Which of the following communication situations would require her to use the
consultative style?
A. Asking her friends for their opinions
B. Researching on information to include in her study
C. Interviewing the evacuees regarding their experiences
D. Telling her best friend regarding what her study is about

13. What term refers to the unfair or discriminatory treatment of various groups of
individuals, particularly on the basis of race, age, sex, or disabilities?
A. discrimination
B. bullying
C. human rights violation
D. racism

14. What makes a statement biased?

A. when it becomes the belief of the majority
B. when it is one-sided only
C. when it is proven and tested
D. when it is supported with factual evidence

15. Which of the following is an action done due to prejudice?

A. acceptance
B. appreciation
C. discrimination
D. recognition

16. What term refers to a poetic sound device where the sound of the word echoes
the original sound?
A. Assonance
B. Consonance
C. Alliteration
D. Onomatopoeia

17. What is the author’s attitude in the following lines? Use the underlined words as
your guide.
“You are a liar! Your betrayal will never be forgiven by my furious heart.”
A. angry
B. cautious
C. cheerful
D. romantic

18. What is the author’s attitude in the following lines? Use the underlined words
as your guide.
“In this world filled with ambiguity, you are the sunshine that enlightens my
path. I really do love you!”
A. humorous
B. ironic
C. romantic
D. satirical

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19. What is the reader’s feeling in the following lines. Use the underlined words as
your guide.
“The calmness of the breeze, the sweetness of the wind and the soft whisper
of the birds made me feel home.” What feeling does the line bring to the readers?
A. annoyed
B. excited
C. relaxed
D. sad

20. Read the following stanza from the poem entitled “Psalm of Life” by Henry
Wordsworth Longfellow and answer the questions below.

―Life is real! Life is earnest!

And the grave is not its goal;
Dust thou art, to dust returnest,
Was not spoken of the soul.

Which of the following experiences can be related to this stanza?

A. The best of life’s interest
B. The desire to provoke life’s mystery
C. The refusal of taking life’s consequences and the will of surviving for it.
D. The reality of life is made up of something great and profound than a mere
ordinary hustle-bustle routine of life.

21. Which of the following is the most accurate statement of the poet's view on life?
A. Life is a dream and should not be taken seriously.
B. Life is a journey, and the grave is not the destination.
C. Life is a battle, and we should fight to the death.
D. Life is a gift, and we should make the most of it.

22. What is the purpose of the following lines?

“I believe you have the power to be a steward of change. Your influence can
make our world better.”
A. to argue
B. to inform
C. to explain
D. to persuade

23. What is the purpose of the following lines?

“I can be everybody’s friend. You can trust me always!”

A. to amuse
B. to inform
C. to persuade
D. to argue against

24. Which of the following is an example of unchanging values in an uncertain world?

A. Valuing yourself even though the world tells you to give more to other
people.
B. Listening to whatever others may say about you for you to improve.

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 C. Accepting all criticisms to become a better person.
D. Proving others what you can do to insult them.

25. Read the poem below and answer the following question.

Undying Love
Nixson B. Varona

I know I am always not enough,

for you are looking for a perfect match.
My eyes are wide open
and I know it is not me whom you are lookin’
This made my heart so broken.
Letting you go will make me free
To this I am aware for I can see.
How can freedom make me happy,
if leaving you makes my world empty?

Which of the following is the best way to resolve the speaker's dilemma in the poem?
A. The speaker should let go of the person they love and find someone who is
a better match for them.
B. The speaker should stay with the person they love, even though they know
it will make them unhappy.
C. The speaker should try to change themselves so that they are a better
match for the person they love.
D. The speaker should find a way to be happy without the person they love.

26. What term refers to an author’s expression of his/her own opinion on a particular
issue without examining and presenting enough evidences?
A. Bias
B. Judgment
C. Objective
D. Subjective

27. Which of the following factors influences a person to be biased?

A. Evidences
B. Experiences
C. Facts
D. Reality

28. Which of the following statements clearly defines generalization?

A. Generalization is limited in scope and involves specific details.
B. Generalization is a convincing statement that sums up an idea.
C. Generalization is a broad statement about a group of people or things, and
it states something they have in common.
D. Generalization is a statement supported by irrelevant pieces of evidence.

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29. What are the clue words that support instruction for generalization?
A. generally, in general, on the whole, most, many
B. all, always, never, every
C. for example, according to statistics, to illustrate, in other words
D. as long as, although, wherever, so that

30. In the one-act play “Sorry, Wrong Number”, why did Mrs. Stevenson call the
operator for the first time?
A. She was lonely and wanted someone to talk to.
B. Her maid already left, and she needed help.
C. She needed the doctor to bring her medication.
D. She repeatedly called her husband, but his line was busy.

31. “Buying a brand-new android cellphone is a waste of money.” Which of the words
in the statement shows bias?
A. brand new
B. buying
C. money
D. waste

32. Which of the following pieces of supporting evidence is irrelevant?

A. Ronaldo holds the record for most UEFA Champions League (134) and the
UEFA European Championship
B. Ronaldo is the captain of Portugal's national football team.
C. Ronaldo was awarded Best Player of All Time in 2020.
D. Collectively, Ronaldo has won 31 trophies in his career.

33. What is the difference between bias and prejudice?

A. Bias refers to a single person’s opinion while prejudice refers to societal
views.
B. Bias is preconceived notion about someone while prejudice is acting upon
those notions.
C. Bias can be positive or negative while prejudice is always negative.
D. Both refer to discrimination.

34. What should an author do to avoid being biased?

The author must:
A. present evidences to support personal opinions
B. present solid evidences on both sides of an issue
C. use words and expressions that appeal to the readers
D. use words and expressions to convince readers to take a stand

35. Which of the following statements shows the negative view of the author about
social media?
A. It breeds cyber bullying and depression.
B. It can be an avenue for business opportunities.
C. It develops the information and communication skills (ICT) and creativity
of teenagers.
D. It allows people to create online communities and friendship.

36. Which sentence has an idea that destroys the paragraph’s unity?

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 1 One weekend I went to the mall with my family. 2 In one of the department stores,
I spotted one shirt that suited my taste. 3 I took it as fast as I could and fitted it in
the nearest fitting room. 4 Mother bought a pair of black shoes. 5 To my dismay, it
turned out to be a girl's blouse.

A. Sentence number 1
B. Sentence number 2
C. Sentence number 3
D. Sentence number 4

37. Bob had been with a meat-packing plant for more than 26 years when suddenly
the plant closed down. At 45, Bob had a wife, two kids, a mortgage – and only a high
school diploma. However, Bob didn't give up. He decided to find something new. A
friend told him that a company was hiring salesmen. Bob might have dismissed the
idea: he'd never sold a thing in his life. But, typical of an optimist, he was open to all
possibilities. Bob went from sausage-stuffer to super-salesman in less than a year,
earning twice what he'd made at the packing plant. His experience shows that the
optimist can turn whatever situation he is in to his advantage.

Which of the following is the most likely outcome for someone who is optimistic and
faces a difficult challenge?
A. They will give up and accept their circumstances.
B. They will be more likely to find a new job that is better than their old one.
C. They will be more likely to succeed in their new job.
D. They will be more likely to find a way to turn their challenge into an
opportunity.

38. Which among the following statements best defines reading?

A. Reading is goal-directed.
B. Reading refers to the match between a reader’s goal and information
germane to that goal.
C. Reading is making meaning from print.
D. Reading is the activity or skill of marking coherent words on paper and
composing text.

39. All of the following are ways in determining that the information in the text is
relevant. Which one is not?
A. The source is credible.
B. The source is accurate.
C. The source is relevant.
D. The source is irrelevant.

40. What social issue is comprised of many consequences such as obesity, weakness
or even worsened learning ability/poor academic performance and decreased
interactions with other people?
A. Internet gaming disorder
B. Bullying
C. Poverty
D. Child trafficking

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41. What social issue refers to the exploitation of children through any form of work
that deprives their childhood, interferes with their ability to attend regular school?
A. Slavery
B. Child labor
C. Lack of education
D. Violence
42. Andrew is the eldest among his siblings so he wanted to explain to his mother
how the conflict is relevant to him. He could write her a note saying:
A. Conflict is a serious disagreement between at least two sides.
B. Conflict is not relevant to me at all.
C. Conflict is relevant to me because there are lots of conflicts everywhere.
D. Conflict is relevant to me because I have serious agreements with at least
one of my brothers every day.

43. In a story or poem, what does black bird often represents?

A. Freedom
B. Death
C. Abundance
D. Peace

44. What view towards life is shown in the following lines?

“Whatever good I can do today, let me do it

For I may never pass this way again.”

A. Overcoming challenges
B. Power
C. Service
D. Fortune

45. How do we analyze a text in order to gain better understanding of a complex

process?
A. Breaking the complex topic to smaller parts to gain a better understanding.
B. Breaking the smaller topic to create a bigger one.
C. Breaking the sub-topic into broader one.
D. Breaking the simplest topic to more complex

46. What is the best way to prevent fake news from spreading?
A. File a lawsuit against the writers.
B. Learn to identify it and avoid reposting it.
C. Read it all and write your own stories setting the facts straight.
D. Discuss it with your friends.

47. What do these lines in a movie mean?

“Ang ganda ng sunset.”

“Parang ako, palubog na?”
“Hindi, parang ikaw, maganda”.

A. a representation of failure
B. a representation of ending life

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 C. a representation of another day
D. a representation of love

48. What is the implied meaning of this quotation?

“Joyful day, a time for new beginnings, and a time to be hopeful.”

A. To be optimistic
B. To be pessimistic
C. To be passive
D. To be aggressive

Studies suggest that gaming disorder affects only a small proportion of people who
engage in digital- or video-gaming activities. However, people who partake in
gaming should be alert to the amount of time they spend on gaming activities,
particularly when it is to the exclusion of other daily activities, as well as to any
changes in their physical or psychological health and social functioning that could
be attributed to their pattern of gaming behavior.

49. Should all people who engage in gaming be concerned about developing gaming
disorder?
A. Yes, all people who engage in gaming should be concerned about developing
gaming disorder.
B. No, only a small proportion of people who engage in gaming are at risk of
developing gaming disorder.
C. It depends on the amount of time a person spends gaming and the impact
gaming has on their life.
D. It is impossible to say for sure who will develop gaming disorder.

Tunying, a teenager of thirteen woke up very early in the morning because he had
to go to the fields and till the soil. He went on with this backbreaking task until
high noon when the sun was at its hottest. He simply rested on a shade of mango
tree in the middle of the rice fields a little later to eat his lunch of tuyo and rice
wrapped in banana leaves. He gulped his water stored in a used mineral bottle
and after a few minutes went about tilling the soil again with the help of his
carabao. At times he would stop and look up the sky wanting to see hope. He
wanted to go to school but his mother said he cannot because they need him to
work for his five younger siblings. He continued with his toil and before dusk he
went home tired and hungry. During the night, as he lay on the worn straw mat
on the hard bamboo floor trying to sleep, his thoughts again drifted to his future,
but then he thought also of his mother and his siblings. So, he forced himself to
sleep, thinking he had to wake up and start early, tilling the fields again, for the
morrow.

50. Choose the soundest judgment on the issue presented in the text.
A. Family's financial stability should be the goal of each member so they will
succeed in life.

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B. Both education and work are equally important, and children should strive
to find balance between the two.
C. Work should be prioritized as it teaches children real-world skills and
provides immediate financial support, which is essential for their well-
being.
D. Education should be the primary focus as it lays the foundation for long-
term personal and professional growth, providing better opportunities in
the future.

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