Welcome to Exam Review PH UPCAT 2024 Mock Exam for Language Proficiency in English. Here are a few reminders to prepare you for a 25 items Multiple Choice Test.
Review Basic Grammar:
- Parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, etc.).
- Sentence structure (subject-verb agreement, sentence types).
- Punctuation rules (comma usage, apostrophes, etc.).
Expand Vocabulary:
- Study common words and their synonyms.
- Learn prefixes, suffixes, and roots to understand word meanings.
- Familiarize yourself with idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs.
Practice Reading Comprehension:
- Read a variety of texts, such as articles, essays, and short stories.
- Summarize main ideas and identify supporting details.
- Pay attention to inference and context clues to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.
Improve Sentence Construction:
- Practice writing clear and concise sentences.
- Avoid run-on sentences and sentence fragments.
- Use transitions to connect ideas logically.
Focus on Language Usage:
- Understand the nuances of formal vs. informal language.
- Recognize common errors in usage, such as double negatives or misplaced modifiers.
- Be aware of commonly confused words (e.g., affect/effect, their/there/they're).
Take Practice Tests:
- Utilize practice tests to simulate exam conditions.
- Time yourself to improve speed and accuracy.
- Review incorrect answers to understand mistakes and areas needing improvement.
Stay Calm and Confident:
- Get a good night's sleep before the test.
- Arrive at the test center early to avoid stress.
- Stay positive and trust in your preparation.
Read Instructions Carefully:
- Before starting the test, read all instructions thoroughly.
- Pay attention to any special directions for answering questions.
Manage Time Effectively:
- Pace yourself to ensure you can complete all questions within the allotted time.
- Don't spend too much time on any single question; move on if you're unsure.
Double-Check Your Answers:
- If time permits, review your answers before submitting the test.
- Look for any errors or areas where you may have misunderstood a question.
UPCAT LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY ENGLISH MOCK UP TEST
1. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence:
"Despite the heavy rains, the event went on ___."
A) unimpressed
B) unabated
C) undecided
D) unprotected
2. Identify the error in the following sentence:
"She has a lot of friends that support her unconditionally."
A) Replace "has" with "have"
B) Replace "a lot of" with "many"
C) Replace "that" with "who"
D) No error
3. What does the word 'ephemeral' mean?
A) Long-lasting
B) Short-lived
C) Transparent
D) Happy
4. Choose the option that best combines the following sentences into one:
"Jack bought a new book. He began reading it as soon as he got home."
A) Jack bought a new book and began reading it as soon as he got home.
B) Having bought a new book, Jack began reading it at home.
C) Jack, having bought a new book, he began reading it as soon as he got home.
D) Jack bought a new book, and he had begun reading it as soon as he got home.
5. In the sentence, "The confluence of historical events has shaped our nation's destiny," the word 'confluence' most nearly means:
A) Conflict
B) Merging
C) Confrontation
D) Conclusion
6. Select the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence:
"If I ___ the lottery, I would travel the world."
A) win
B) won
C) would win
D) will win
7. Choose the best title for a passage discussing the benefits and drawbacks of technological advancements in education.
A) The Future of Education: An Uncertain Road
B) Technology in Schools: A Necessary Evolution
C) Educational Technology: Benefits and Drawbacks
D) Advancing Education: Technology at the Forefront
8. Which word is an antonym for 'redundant'?
A) Necessary
B) Superfluous
C) Extraneous
D) Additional
9. In what way is an 'analogy' used in writing?
A) To simplify complex ideas through comparison
B) To provide statistical support for arguments
C) To introduce new topics
D) To contradict a common belief
10. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:
"The chef, renowned for his meticulous attention to detail, ___ every aspect of the kitchen."
A) dominates
B) oversees
C) undertakes
D) foresees
11. Identify the synonym for the word 'innovative':
A) Stale
B) Derivative
C) Inventive
D) Outdated
12. Choose the correct passive form of the sentence:
"The committee will approve the new regulations soon."
A) The new regulations will be approved by the committee soon.
B) The new regulations will soon approve by the committee.
C) The new regulations would be approved by the committee.
D) The new regulations are approved by the committee soon.
13. Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?
A) Each of the participants were given a certificate.
B) Neither of the answers is correct.
C) Everyone have finished their task.
D) Someone need help with the assignment.
14. Choose the word that does not belong in the group:
A) Obsolete
B) Ancient
C) Modern
D) Antiquated
15. What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
A) To provide a summary of the essay
B) To state the main idea of the essay
C) To list the sources used
D) To entertain the reader
16. Select the correctly punctuated sentence:
A) Its a beautiful day, isn't it?
B) Its a beautiful day isn't it?
C) It's a beautiful day, isn't it?
D) It's a beautiful day isn't it?
17. In literary terms, what does the word 'protagonist' mean?
A) The main character in a story
B) A supporting character that the story revolves around
C) The character in conflict with the main character
D) The background setting of a story
18. Choose the word that best fills in the blank:
"Due to the ___ weather conditions, the match was postponed."
A) inclement
B) inclimate
C) exuberant
D) expedient
19. Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?
A) She ran to the store, and she bought some milk.
B) Running to the store, she slipped and fell.
C) After running to the store, she bought some milk.
D) She runs fast but gets tired quickly.
20. Identify the correct use of a colon:
A) I have one goal: to find the truth.
B) I have one goal, to find: the truth.
C) I have: one goal to find the truth.
D) I have one goal to find the: truth.
21. What does the phrase 'break a leg' mean when said by someone?
A) To literally fracture one's leg
B) A wish for good luck
C) A command to stop walking
D) An expression of disappointment
22. Choose the sequence that best describes the logical order of the following concepts:
A) Thesis statement, argument, conclusion
B) Argument, thesis statement, conclusion
C) Thesis statement, conclusion, argument
D) Conclusion, argument, thesis statement
23. Select the word that best completes the sentence:
"He could not ___ the temptation to sneak out for a midnight snack."
A) resist
B) persist
C) consist
D) insist
24. Which sentence uses 'its' and 'it's' correctly?
A) Its cold today, but it's not going to snow.
B) It's cold today, but its not going to snow.
C) It's cold today, but it's not going to snow.
D) Its cold today, but its not going to snow.
25. Identify the type of error in the sentence:
"He done all the work by himself."
A) Spelling error
B) Punctuation error
C) Grammatical error
D) No error
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