Part I: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS

Directions: Read and answer the following questions carefully. Encircle the best answer that describes in
each item. NO ERASURE.
1. It is a type of paper that responds to a prompt in the form of a question or to information written
in academic text.
a. Reaction paper c. Musical review
b. Book report d. Annual report
2. What is the primary purpose of a reaction paper?
a. To provide a summary of a text.
b. To critique a text’s strengths and weaknesses.
c. To expresses personal opinions and feeling about a text with supporting evidence.
d. To analyze a text’s underlying themes and messages.
3. Which part of a reaction paper provides the overall impression of the text?
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. References
4. A reaction paper format includes the following: except one:
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Statement of the Problem
5. In this part of the reaction paper, it should include the following details: Title of the
scholarly/literary text, author’s name, publication date/year, thesis statement.
a. Thesis c. Introduction
b. Summary d. Background of the study
6. In this part of the reaction paper, is where you present your detailed analysis and personal
responses.
a. Introduction c. Conclusion
b. Body d. Summary
7. What is the appropriate length for a reaction or review paper?
a. One paragraph c. One page
b. Two or three paragraphs d. ten to fifteen pages
8. What is the first step in writing a reaction or review paper?
a. Writing conclusions c. Reading text carefully
b. Citing sources d. Drafting introduction
9. You’re writing a reaction paper and you found a quote that perfectly supports your argument.
What’s the correct way to use it?
a. Copy and paste the quote directly into your paper.
b. Paraphrase the quote without citing the source.
c. Use quotation marks and cite the source of the quote.
d. Slightly modify the quote without citing the source.
10. What is the importance of proofreading and editing your reaction paper?
a. To identify and correct errors in grammar and punctuation.
b. To make your paper longer
c. To add more personal opinions.
d. To change the overall argument.
11. What is the primary purpose of a review paper?
a. To inform the reader c. Persuade the reader
b. Provide overview of the topic d. Present original findings
 12. What is the appropriate tone for a review paper?
a. Informal and controversial c. Humorous and lighthearted
b. Formal and Academic d. Sarcastic and critical
13. A good review paper should be:
a. Biased and subjective.
b. Well-organized and coherent
c. Emotionally charged and passionate
d. Vague and ambiguous
14. You’re writing a review paper on a new book. Which of the following is the best way to start
your introduction?
a. “I’m going to tell you about a book I read.”
b. “This book is really good.”
c. “In book [book title]. [author’s name] explores the topic of [topic].
d. “I didn’t like this book very much.”
15. A strong conclusion for a review paper should:
a. Introduce new information
b. Summarize the main points of the review
c. Ask a rhetorical question
d. End with a joke
16. What is the difference between a reaction paper and a review paper?
a. A reaction paper is more formal than a review paper.
b. A reaction paper focuses on personal opinions, while a review paper focuses on critical
analysis.
c. A review paper is longer than a reaction paper
d. A reaction is more objective than a review paper.
17. Which of the following is NOT a typical component of review paper?
a. Introduction c. Body
b. Conclusion d. Abstract
18. What is the purpose of citing sources in a review paper?
a. To impress the reader c. To avoid plagiarism
b. To make the paper longer d. To give credit to the original authors.
19. What is the final step in writing a review paper?
a. Proofreading and editing c. Citing sources
b. Writing the body d. Drafting the introduction
20. What is the most important quality of a good review paper?
a. A clear and well-supported argument c. A long bibliography
b. A creative title d. Perfect grammar and punctuation
Part II. Modified True or False
Directions: Write TRUE if the statement is correct. FALSE, if it is not.
1. A reaction paper primarily focuses on summarizing the main points of a text.
2. The introduction of a reaction paper should clearly state the thesis statement.
3. The body of a reaction paper should analyze the text’s strengths, weaknesses, and overall impact.
4. Personal opinions and emotions are encouraged in a reaction paper, even without supporting
evidence.
5. A review paper provides a comprehensive overview of a topic, including a critical analysis of
existing research.
6. The conclusion of a review paper should restate the thesis and summarize the main points.
7. A review paper should include a detailed summary of the text, including minor details.
8. Both reaction and review papers require the use of formal language and academic tone.
9. Plagiarism is a serious academic offense and should be avoided in both reaction and review
papers.
10. Proofreading and editing are essential steps in the writing process for both reaction and review
papers.