Directions: Read the following passages and determine the main purpose and structure
of the text. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. The Earth surface is divided into pieces called tectonic plates or skin of the Earth. These
plates move. When the plates rub against each other, they do not move smoothly. When the
plates do not move smoothly, earthquakes result.
What is the main purpose of the text?
A to entertain
D. to persuade
B to explain
C. to instruct
2. Countries like Japan and Philippines are earthquake-prone. It is recommended to build houses
and buildings using seismic design or "earthquake proofing", so it will not collapse during an
earthquake
What structure is used in this paragraph?
A Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
3. One major difference between dogs and cats are the way they sound. Your dog will bark, howl
or growl, whereas a cat meows or snarls. When giving warning signals, cats will often arch their
back and the hair on their back may lift. Dogs will show warning by baring teeth and staring.
What structure is used?
A Cause and Effect
C. Descriptive
B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
4. Located in the Luzon tropical pine forests ecoregion, Baguio has become a very popular tourist
destination at summer time. Due to its altitude, many people flock there to escape the heat in the
lowland areas. As such, it has become known as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines". What
is the author's main purpose in this paragraph?
A. to describe B. to entertain
C. to explain
D. to persuade
5. Have you tried indoor gardening? You do not need big space to make one. First, get a
shallow dish and plant the vegetables you like. Then, place some pebbles and water. Lastly, put
the dish in a well-lighted place and water it every day. Notice that in few days, new shoots will
come out.
What structure is used in this text?
?
A. Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
B. Descriptive
D. Sequence
of the text. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. The Earth surface is divided into pieces called tectonic plates or skin of the Earth. These
plates move. When the plates rub against each other, they do not move smoothly. When the
plates do not move smoothly, earthquakes result.
What is the main purpose of the text?
A to entertain
D. to persuade
B to explain
C. to instruct
2. Countries like Japan and Philippines are earthquake-prone. It is recommended to build houses
and buildings using seismic design or "earthquake proofing", so it will not collapse during an
earthquake
What structure is used in this paragraph?
A Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
3. One major difference between dogs and cats are the way they sound. Your dog will bark, howl
or growl, whereas a cat meows or snarls. When giving warning signals, cats will often arch their
back and the hair on their back may lift. Dogs will show warning by baring teeth and staring.
What structure is used?
A Cause and Effect
C. Descriptive
B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
4. Located in the Luzon tropical pine forests ecoregion, Baguio has become a very popular tourist
destination at summer time. Due to its altitude, many people flock there to escape the heat in the
lowland areas. As such, it has become known as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines". What
is the author's main purpose in this paragraph?
A. to describe B. to entertain
C. to explain
D. to persuade
5. Have you tried indoor gardening? You do not need big space to make one. First, get a
shallow dish and plant the vegetables you like. Then, place some pebbles and water. Lastly, put
the dish in a well-lighted place and water it every day. Notice that in few days, new shoots will
come out.
What structure is used in this text?
?
A. Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
B. Descriptive
D. Sequence
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Directions: Read the following passages and determine the main purpose and structure
of the text. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. The Earth surface is divided into pieces called tectonic plates or skin of the Earth. These
plates move. When the plates rub against each other, they do not move smoothly. When the
plates do not move smoothly, earthquakes result.
What is the main purpose of the text?
A to entertain
✔︎D. to persuade
B to explain
C. to instruct
2. Countries like Japan and Philippines are earthquake-prone. It is recommended to build houses
and buildings using seismic design or "earthquake proofing", so it will not collapse during an
earthquake
What structure is used in this paragraph?
A Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
✔︎B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
3. One major difference between dogs and cats are the way they sound. Your dog will bark, howl
or growl, whereas a cat meows or snarls. When giving warning signals, cats will often arch their
back and the hair on their back may lift. Dogs will show warning by baring teeth and staring.
What structure is used?
A Cause and Effect
✔︎C. Descriptive
B. Compare and Contrast
D. Sequence
4. Located in the Luzon tropical pine forests ecoregion, Baguio has become a very popular tourist
destination at summer time. Due to its altitude, many people flock there to escape the heat in the
lowland areas. As such, it has become known as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines". What
is the author's main purpose in this paragraph?
A. to describe B. to entertain
✔︎C. to explain
D. to persuade
5. Have you tried indoor gardening? You do not need big space to make one. First, get a
shallow dish and plant the vegetables you like. Then, place some pebbles and water. Lastly, put
the dish in a well-lighted place and water it every day. Notice that in few days, new shoots will
come out.
What structure is used in this text?
?
A. Cause and Effect
C. Problem and Solution
B. Descriptive
✔︎D. Sequence
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