Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION X – NORTHERN MINDANAO
Division of Gingoog City
Gingoog City Comprehensive National High School
DIAGNOSTIC TEST
SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024
ENGLISH 9

General Instructions: Read each item carefully and shade the letter of your answers on
your answer sheet.

1. What type of modal is used to express responsibility or commitment?

A. prohibition C. permission
B. obligation D. possibility

2. Passengers must not play music or talk on this part of the train. What type of modal verb
does the underlined phrase expresses?
A. permission C. prohibition
B. obligation D. possibility

3. Which of the following sentences is commonly used to show things that are more likely
to happen in the future?
C. If I had more money, I would donate paper and printers.
A. When I was younger, I could play Chinese garter.
B. You shall be the first person to know.
C. Can I use alcohol please?

4. There might be rain in the following days. The sentence shows _______________.
A. permission C. advice
B. obligation D. possibility

5. Tomorrow is Sunday. I _______________ go to school.

A. have to C. do have to
B. haven’t to D. don’t have to

6. What type of modal is used to express consent or approval?

A. permission C. obligation
B. possibility D. prohibition

7. A sign says, “No Parking.” This means you _______________.

A. cannot leave your car here.
B. cannot be leaving your car here.
C. mustn’t to leave your car here.
D. shouldn’t have to leave your car here.
8. You look very pale, I think you _______________ go to the doctor.
A. might B. should C. can D. will

9. Which of the following sentences expresses prohibition?

A. You can sit here, the seat is free.
B. I have to work on Saturday.
C. You mustn’t use your phone in class.
D. I must stop cheating.

10. This verb form is used to express a degree of certainty about an outcome or the
possibility of something.
A. verb B. modal C. model D. action

11. We _______________ wear mask when going outside.

A. can B. might C. can’t D. must

12. This is a type of modal which indicates that something should not be done or that
someone must not do something.
A. permission C. prohibition
B. possibility D. obligation

13.
A. You can’t smoke in this area.
B. You must smoke in this area.
C. You may smoke in this area.
D. You don’t have to smoke in this area.

14. Which type of conditional expresses real condition and inevitable result?
A. Zero B. First C. Second D. Third

15. Which of the following is an example of zero conditional?

A. There will be water shortage, if we keep on wasting it.
B. If plants do not get enough sunlight, they die.
C. If someone prays for you, your wish will come true.
D. She will have a party, if she passes the test.

16. This social issue has many consequences such as obesity, weakness or even worsened learning
ability/ poor academic performance and decreased interactions with other people.
A. Internet Gaming Disorder C. Bullying
B. Poverty D. Child Trafficking

17. It is a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that is compulsive or difficult to
control, despite harmful consequences.
A. Drug pusher C. Prostitution
B. Drug dependency E. Ponography
18. The world population is growing larger every day, while the fertile soil of the earth is getting
smaller, caused by human practices which do NOT include _______________.
A. overuse of soil during planting C. cutting of trees
B. overgrazing D. sustainable education

19. These are poor or homeless young individuals who live outside or in unoccupied dwellings and
wasteland, and who are inadequately protected or supervised.
A. LGBT B. Squatters C. Prostitutes D. Street children

20. It is an abuse or mistreatment of someone vulnerable by someone stronger, more powerful, etc.
A. Ageism B. Corruption C. Bullying D. Poverty

21. According to the 2017 survey study, some of its causes are greed of money, desires, higher levels
of market and political monopolization.
A. unemployment C. graft and corruption
B. drug Addiction D. political dynasty

22. It 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 C. Child Labor
B. Lack of Education D. Violence

23. This is another type of violence using the new technology which makes harassment easy because
it provides anonymity to the coward.
A. Cyber-bullying B. Bullying C. Stereo typing D. Homophobia

24. This has existed throughout human history. It may be defined as the hatred of one person by
another or the belief that another person is less than human because of skin color, language,
customs, etc.
A. Racism B. Homophobia C. Ageism D. Gender inequality

25. It is the complete lack of the means necessary to meet basic personal needs, such as food,
clothing, and shelter.
A. Unemployment C. Poverty
B. Lack of education D. Bullying

26. An act defining violence against women and their children, providing for protective measures for
victims, prescribing penalties therefore, and for other purposes.
A. Republic Act 10627 C. Republic Act 11188
B. Republic Act 9262 D. Republic Act 10821

27. Which of the following can be categorized as a social issue?

A. Teens using a beach to build a bonfire.
B. A child throwing rocks into a pond.
C. A high school students who becomes pregnant.
D. A mom who takes away her son’s phone for not listening to her.
 28. Which of the following is the best description of what constitutes a social issue?
A. A problem that prevents society from functioning normally.
B. A problem that is only seen overseas.
C. A problem that is only important to politicians.
D. A problem that has been around for thousands of years.

29. A homeless man is wandering along the streets, asking for food and a drink. You are the one that
he asks for help, what would you do?
A. Ignore him.
B. Call the police to arrest the homeless.
C. Find ways to give him and drink.
D. Walk away.

30. It is any condition that has negative consequence for large number of people. It is also recognized
as a condition that needs to be addressed.
A. Domestic Violence C. Climate Change
B. Social Issues and Concerns D. Malnutrition

31. Which of the following statements is TRUE in determining the relevance of the support?
A. The supporting points are not associated to the main argument.
B. The author uses various claims in supporting the argument.
C. The supporting points are directly related to the argument.
D. The claims are supported by the evidence.
C.

32. Which of the following reasons support the claim: “All students in the Philippines should learn a
foreign language”.
A. Knowing other languages is important in the business world.
B. Foreign Language is one of the subjects in college.
C. There are foreigners in the Philippines.
D.
D. Learning other language makes the students intelligent.

Read and evaluate the transcribed speech of Jack Symonds entitled “Social Media Corrupts
Human Interaction”.

33. What is the selection all about?

“I’d now like continue my
A. Social media is good for all digital natives.
argument by first discussing
B. The impact of social media on individuals.
the impact that social media
C. Research studies of the University of Pittsburgh of Medicine.
is having on us at individual
D. The trends in human interaction.
level, because if we can
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35. School of Medicine studied Which of the following supports the claim, “Social media is
over 1,700 people between affecting us individuals and changing the way that we behave”.
A. Over one quarter
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found that on average,
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 depression after spending 61 minutes per day on social media.
B. Participants whose age range from 10-32 are near to depression of not visiting social
media.
C. Social media expand the horizon of human interactions.
D. The 1,700 participants suffered brain disorders due to excessive exposure on social media.
36. Which of the following statement does the author use to support his claim?
A. The author mentions research and surveys.
B. The author’s tone makes him trustworthy.
C. The author cites celebrities to support his claims
D. The author uses quotes.

37. RELEVANCE is defined as ____________

a. something useful to prove an opinion.
b. an opinion that supports the main idea of a text.
c. the most important piece pf evidence for a certain point.
d. the information that matches an argument and its condition to the topic.

38. Which of the statements best explains the word EVIDENCE?

a. Evidence is a sign which shows that something exists.
b. Evidence is someone else’s belief in a thing that happened.
c. Evidence is a reason to believe in a thing that happened.
d. Evidence is a set of facts, data or information used to support a point/claim.

39. It is an active process of attending and comprehending visual media, such as television,
advertising images, films, diagrams, symbols, photographs, videos, drama, drawings, sculpture,
and paintings.

a. reading b. speaking c. predicting d. viewing

40. It is being in favor of or against a thing, person, group, or stand compared to another, usually in a
way not considered fair.
a. prejudice b. biases c. fact d. opinion

41. The statements that can be verified or proven to be true are _________________.

a. Fact b. biases c. prejudices d. opinion

42. A person’s belief, feeling, or judgment about something. It is a subjective or value judgment, and
it cannot be proven is ____________.

a. Biases b. prejudices c. fact d. opinion

 43. It is preconceived notion or assumption made about someone or something prior to obtaining
enough knowledge to guarantee accuracy.
a. prejudice c. factual information
b. Biases d. subjective content

44. It is an idea which is believed to be true , yet it is really false due to incorrect information.
a. Bias b. fact c. opinion d. fallacy

45. It is a type of bias that prefers one gender over another or assuming that one gender is better for the
job or any work.
a. gender bias c. the halo/horns effect
b. name bias d. weight bias

46. To check the objectivity of the argument of the author, you have to know if ____________.
A. the support consists of facts and clear C. testimonies are coming from celebrities
evidence

B. argument is stronger than the evidence D. the claim is well stated

47. If the author’s assumptions are illogical, what will happen to the entire argument?
A. it will be valid. C. it will be faulty.
B. it will be clear. D. it will be less convincing.
48. What does sound reasoning mean?
A. illogical reasoning C. concrete reasoning
B. clear reasoning D. logical reasoning.
49. If you are to write an argumentative essay, on what part you acknowledge the opposing argument, refute
the, with valid evidence?
A. Introduction C. Counter Arguments
B. Body Paragraphs D. Conclusion
50. How does an argumentative essay help you in making a stand on various issues?
A. It offers an opportunity to write more words.
B. It develops your speaking skills.
C. It offers opportunity to develop and present your arguments on a relevant issue in a
structured manner.
D. It gives you chance to express your sentiments.