Video 289 – 2025 2026 ALS A&E Practice Test – English … — Transcript

2025-2026 ALS A&E English practice test for Junior High School covering communication skills, comprehension, and critical thinking questions.

Key Takeaways

  • The test improves comprehension and critical thinking in English for ALS Junior High students.
  • Questions cover a wide range of topics including science, social studies, and practical life skills.
  • Students learn to evaluate sources, interpret proverbs, and understand cause-effect relationships.
  • The practice test format includes immediate answer feedback to aid learning.
  • Encourages active participation and self-assessment for exam readiness.

Summary

  • Practice test items 36 to 54 from the Bureau of Alternative Education booklet for Junior High School ALS A&E English.
  • Includes multiple-choice questions on story sequencing, proverbs, application procedures, and reading comprehension.
  • Covers topics such as education history, tsunami descriptions, gaming effects, time management, and library resources.
  • Tests skills in evaluating credibility, interpreting advertisements, and understanding scientific claims.
  • Features situational questions on weather, emotions, and decision-making scenarios.
  • Emphasizes critical thinking through analysis of statements, source reliability, and inference making.
  • Includes instructions for answering and reveals correct answers after a brief pause.
  • Encourages engagement through likes, comments, and shares.
  • Focuses on communication skills within the English subject for ALS A&E Junior High School students.
  • Content is sourced from official educational materials and designed for exam preparation.

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2025-2026 ALS A&E Practice Test
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March 1, 2026, Junior High School (JHS), LS 1 - Communication Skills - ENGLISH.
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Item 36 to 54.
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This A&E Practice Test is taken from the booklet of the Bureau of Alternative Education (BAE).
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The answer will be revealed after 5 seconds.
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Sorry for any typographical/grammatical error.
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Please like, comment, and share this video.
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Instruction: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
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They flew among the flowers in the meadow.
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Finally, they dove in the water and drowned.
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The fly and the flea went on a trip.
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Next, they flew around the fruit trees in the orchard.
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Then they looked at the clean water in the pond.
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Later, they flitted among the vegetables in the garden.
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What is the correct order of the sentences above to make a story?
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(A) 1-4-3-2-6-5
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(B) 2-1-4-5-3-6
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(C) 3-1-4-6-5-2
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(D) 4-3-5-1-2-6
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The correct answer is C.
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37.
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From the popular English proverb, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step",
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what does the message imply?
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(A) Accept difficulties during travel.
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(B) It takes patience to reach success.
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(C) A journey can take forever to achieve.
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(D) Begin something if one hopes to finish it.
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The correct answer is D.
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38.
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How could a person apply for the position advertised above?
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(A) call the manager
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(B) call comix advertising
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(C) send an e-mail message
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(D) send a letter of application
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The correct answer is D.
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Education in the olden times has been given only to those who were wealthy.
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But in some regions, women, even rich ones were not allowed to attend school.
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Financial aid was widely available to aid the less fortunate.
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Today education is mandatory, and some cities provide all needed things to finish one's study.
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Government allots the biggest budget for education.
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Which sentences are relevant to the claim that more people are able to study today than in the past?
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(A) sentences 1, 2 and 4 only
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(B) sentences 3, 4 and 5 only
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(C) sentences 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
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(D) sentences 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
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The correct answer is B.
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Although often referred to as tidal waves, a tsunami is not a usual wave which is merely a much larger wave.
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People unaware of the danger may remain at the shore, collecting fish from the exposed seabed.
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Instead, it is an endlessly rushing tide that forces its way through an obstacle.
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The weight of water is enough to destroy objects in its path.
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Which of the sentences above is/are not significant in describing a tsunami?
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(A) sentence 2 only
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(B) sentence 3 only
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(C) sentences 1 and 4 only
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(D) sentences 2 and 3 only
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The correct answer is A.
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For item 41 & 42
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Gaming applications have become one of the main entertainment features on smartphones.
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This could be potentially problematic in terms of dangerous, prohibited, and dependent use among a minority of individuals.
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However, when enjoyed in moderation, video games can offer great entertainment, improve cognitive skills and hand-eye coordination, and help one relax and wind down after a busy day.
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Source: technopedia.com
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Based from the selection, the phrase "potentially problematic" may pertain to
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(A) addiction
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(B) confusion
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(C) loss of memory
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(D) withdrawal symptoms
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The correct answer is A.
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For item 21 & 22
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Effective time management is crucial for success in both personal and professional life. It allows individuals to prioritize tasks, set achievable goals, and allocate time efficiently.
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By organizing their schedules, people can minimize stress and increase productivity. For instance, using tools such as calendars and to-do lists can help individuals stay on track and meet deadlines.
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Ultimately, mastering time management leads to a more balanced life and improved overall well-being.
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Cognitive skills imply
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(A) emotional abilities
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(B) mental abilities
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(C) physical abilities
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(D) social abilities
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The correct answer is B.
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43.
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Stephanie is looking for the list of topics and the specific page numbers where they are found in a book.
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Which part of the book should she search from?
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(A) foreword
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(B) glossary
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(C) index
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(D) preface
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The correct answer is C.
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44.
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Clarice wants to know the latitude and longitude of the European countries near the equator.
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Which of the following materials in the library will help her find the information she needs?
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(A) dictionary
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(B) globe
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(C) magazine
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(D) videotape
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The correct answer is B.
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A famous radio announcer exposed several corruption and red tape practices in the office of the city mayor.
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He claimed to have all the evidence to prove his allegations.
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His listeners immediately believed him, and many of the city's constituents urged the mayor to step down from office.
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In evaluating the credibility of the radio broadcaster's claims, what should an investigator prioritize?
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(A) Analyze the potential biases in the announcer's reporting and the impact on public opinion.
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(B) Investigate the background and reliability of the sources cited by the announcer in his allegations.
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(C) Assess the overall reputation of the radio station to determine the quality of information provided.
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(D) Focus on the sensationalism of the announcer's language to determine if it's designed to provoke an emotional response.
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The correct answer is B.
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46.
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One shampoo brand is endorsed by a famous Filipino actress who claims that the product uses all natural ingredients that make her hair shinier and more manageable.
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How can a potential consumer prove if her testimonial is entirely true?
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(A) Ask someone to try the product.
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(B) Follow the social media accounts of the actress.
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(C) Read the label for the ingredients of the shampoo.
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(D) Conduct an informal survey of the shampoo brand.
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The correct answer is C.
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47.
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Joseph is currently conducting research on teenage depression.
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His friend gave him different sources of information for his topic.
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In addition, he went to the library to look for other books and newspaper clippings.
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Which of the following could help Joseph judge the quality of the resources available?
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(A) Use google search for more information.
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(B) Conduct interviews with the respondents.
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(C) Sort the books as to design and durability.
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(D) Check the credibility of authors and timeliness of articles.
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The correct answer is D.
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48.
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"It is proven effective and safe to fight germs and bacteria", the president of the Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET) said in the TV advertisement about an alcohol brand in the market.
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How can a potential consumer judge the truthfulness of the endorser's statement?
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(A) Buy the product and use it.
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(B) Make an experiment about bacteria.
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(C) Inquire on the track record of the advertiser.
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(D) Conduct an interview on the persons who used it.
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The correct answer is C.
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49.
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It was dark and rainy.
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Francis was walking home alone.
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Suddenly, he saw a very big image right in front of him.
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He ran as fast as he could.
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Why did Francis run as fast as he could?
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(A) He was alone.
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(B) He was afraid.
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(C) It was dark.
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(D) It was raining.
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The correct answer is B.
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50.
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The sky grew dark.
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The branches of trees started swaying.
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The wind blew strong.
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The Cruz family cancelled their picnic because of the weather.
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What is the probable cause behind their decision?
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(A) A storm is coming.
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(B) A tsunami is coming.
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(C) An earthquake is happening.
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(D) A volcanic eruption is happening.
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The correct answer is A.
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"And now I was face to face with the stark realization that in less than ten minutes it would be my turn to lie down on the cot and submit myself to seeing my own blood".
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The message infers that the person will undergo a
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(A) boxing fight
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(B) blood compact
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(C) blood donation
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(D) surgical operation
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The correct answer is C.
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Bien and Myra always watch a movie on Saturday. Bien picks up Myra at 7:00 PM and they go to the movie at 7:30 PM.
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This Saturday, Bien has to finish an important report and is running late.
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When he finally leaves the office, it will be after 7:00 PM.
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What will most probably happen next?
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(A) Bien is late, Myra is angry and cancels the date.
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(B) Bien calls Myra and tells her he will be a little late.
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(C) Bien reads his email and then leaves to pick up Myra.
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(D) Bien decides to call off the movie date and stays at home.
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The correct answer is B.
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For item 53 and 54
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Then the father said, "You see, when the sticks are bound together, how strong they are. But as soon as they were untied, you broke them easily.
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Now, if you will stop quarreling and stand by each other, no one can do you harm. If you do not keep together, you will be as weak as one of the little sticks by itself.
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Anyone can break it."
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Based on the dialogue above, to whom was the message addressed?
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(A) friends
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(B) children
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(C) enemies
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(D) officemates
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The correct answer is B.
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For item 53 and 54
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Then the father said, "You see, when the sticks are bound together, how strong they are. But as soon as they were untied, you broke them easily.
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Now, if you will stop quarreling and stand by each other, no one can do you harm. If you do not keep together, you will be as weak as one of the little sticks by itself.
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Anyone can break it."
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What valuable message can you infer from the dialogue above?
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(A) In unity there is strength.
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(B) Be strong in all circumstances.
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(C) Brothers should stop quarreling.
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(D) Sticks bound together are stronger.
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The correct answer is A.
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Topics:ALS A&E Practice TestJunior High School EnglishCommunication SkillsReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingMultiple Choice Questions2025-2026 ALS ExamAlternative EducationEnglish ProficiencyExam Preparation

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What is the source of the A&E Practice Test featured in this video?

The A&E Practice Test shown in this video is taken from a booklet published by the Bureau of Alternative Education (BAE). This indicates its official origin for ALS A&E preparation.

Which specific subject and skill set does this video's practice test cover?

This video's practice test focuses on LS 1 - Communication Skills in English. It is designed for Junior High School (JHS) level students preparing for the 2025-2026 ALS A&E examination.

What is the implied message of the proverb 'A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step' according to the practice test?

According to the practice test, the proverb 'A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step' implies that one should begin something if they hope to finish it. This emphasizes the importance of starting an endeavor to achieve a goal.

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