ALS A&E Practice Test 2026-2027 - LS1 - Communication Skills - English - JHS

 

Welcome back to our ALS Review blogl! In our last review, we covered Elementary reading comprehension. Today, as promised, we are switching over to the Junior High School level. We are tackling one of the trickiest parts of Learning Strand One: Paragraph Sequencing and Sentence Order. Many students lose points here because the options look confusing. Today, I am going to show you the secret logic to arranging sentences perfectly every single time. Get your note pads ready, and let's find out how many points you can get out of ten. If you haven't subscribed yet, make sure to hit that button now so you don't miss our alternating schedules. Let's begin with Question number one!"

Question 1: Simple Time Sequence 

Question 1

Arrange the sentences to form a meaningful paragraph:

1. Finally, she arrived at the testing center just in time.
2. Maria woke up early on the morning of her ALS exam.
3. After eating breakfast, she quickly boarded a jeepney.

(A) 1-2-3
(B) 2-3-1
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-1-3

Question 2: Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Next, write a clear introduction to capture the reader's attention.
2. First, choose a topic that you are passionate about.
3. Lastly, review and proofread your work for any grammatical errors.

(A) 2-1-3
(B) 1-2-3
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-3-1

Question 3: Cause and Effect Sequencing

1. As a result, the low-lying streets flooded within an hour.
2. The state weather bureau issued a heavy thunderstorm warning.
3. Thick, dark clouds rolled in and rain began to pour heavily.

(A) 1-3-2
(B) 2-1-3
(C) 2-3-1
(D) 3-2-1

Question 4: General to Specific order 

1. He specifically loves mangoes, bananas, and pineapples.
2. Eating these local fruits keeps his immune system strong.
3. Juan maintains a healthy diet by consuming fruits daily.

(A) 3-1-2
(B) 1-3-2
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-1-3

Question 5: Pronoun Antecedent Clues

1. They always guide her whenever she encounters difficult lessons.
2. She feels very lucky to have such supportive educators.
3. Teacher Clara and Teacher Mark are highly dedicated to their students.

(A) 1-2-3
(B) 3-1-2
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-3-1

Question 6: Problem and Solution Sequence 

1. To solve this, the barangay council initiated a weekly clean-up drive.
2. Improper waste disposal was causing severe clogging in local drainage systems.
3. Residents gladly participated, resulting in cleaner and safer streets.

(A) 2-1-3
(B) 1-2-3
(C) 2-3-1
(D) 3-1-2

Question 7: Defining a Concept 

1. This mode of instructional delivery is specifically designed for non-formal learners.
2. It offers a flexible alternative to traditional face-to-face schooling.
3. The Alternative Learning System, or ALS, is a parallel learning system in the Philippines.

(A) 1-2-3
(B) 3-2-1
(C) 3-1-2
(D) 2-3-1

Question 8: Narrative Plot Order 

1. While walking home, he unexpectedly found a lost wallet on the sidewalk.
2. Miguel immediately took it to the nearest police station to find its owner.
3. Yesterday afternoon, Miguel left the school campus around four o'clock.

(A) 3-1-2
(B) 1-2-3
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-1-3

Question 9: Argument and Supporting Evidence 

1. For example, constant scrolling can significantly reduce a student's attention span.
2. Excessive use of social media can have negative effects on academic performance.
3. Therefore, moderating screen time is highly recommended for young learners.

(A) 2-1-3
(B) 1-2-3
(C) 3-1-2
(D) 2-3-1

Question 10: Historical / Descriptive Sequence 

1. Today, it stands proud as a major tourist attraction and a symbol of history.
2. The historic stone church was originally constructed during the Spanish era.
3. It later suffered severe damage during a powerful earthquake in World War II.

(A) 1-2-3
(B) 2-3-1
(C) 3-2-1
(D) 2-1-3

ANSWERS and EXPLANATIONS

1. (B) 2-3-1

The correct answer is B: 2-3-1. Let's break down the secret shortcut here: Look for time clues and transition words. Sentence 2 introduces the character and the starting action: Maria waking up. This is our anchor sentence. Next, Sentence 3 starts with 'After eating breakfast,' which naturally follows waking up. Sentence 1 starts with the word 'Finally,' which indicates the conclusion or the end of the journey. Therefore, the logical timeline is waking up, riding the jeepney, and finally arriving. That gives us 2, then 3, then 1. Excellent job if you got letter B!

2. (A) 2-1-3

The correct answer is A: 2-1-3. This question is highly common in the JHS exam because it tests your understanding of sequence markers. Sentence 2 contains the word 'First,' which means it absolutely must be the opening sentence. This immediately eliminates options B and C! Sentence 1 uses 'Next,' which indicates a middle step. Sentence 3 uses 'Lastly,' which signals the final step. So, following the markers—First, Next, Lastly—we get the sequence 2, 1, 3. Always hunt for these exact keywords to save time during the actual exam!

3. (C) 2-3-1

The correct response is C: 2-3-1. Let's look at the logical flow of a storm event. First, the weather bureau predicts it and issues a warning (Sentence 2). Then, the physical environment changes as clouds roll in and it starts raining (Sentence 3).Finally, the consequence of that heavy rain is shown in Sentence 1, which starts with the transition phrase 'As a result.' 'As a result' always introduces the effect, meaning it should follow the cause. Rain causes the flood, so 3 must come before 1. That leaves us with the perfect sequence of 2, 3, and then 1.

4. (A) 3-1-2

The correct answer is A: 3-1-2. In professional writing, we always start with the most general statement and zoom in to specific details. Sentence 3 is general: it introduces Juan, a healthy diet, and the broad category of 'fruits.'Sentence 1 narrows it down using the word 'specifically' to list the exact fruits: mangoes, bananas, and pineapples. Sentence 2 then concludes by referring back to them using the phrase 'these local fruits.' You cannot say 'these local fruits' before you actually list what they are! Therefore, 1 must come before 2. The proper flow is 3, 1, 2.

5. (B) 3-1-2

The answer is B: 3-1-2. Here is a critical rule for the ALS A&E test: A pronoun cannot appear before its actual noun. Sentence 1 starts with 'They.' We don't know who 'They' are yet, so Sentence 1 cannot be first.Sentence 3 introduces the specific nouns: 'Teacher Clara and Teacher Mark.' This must be our opening sentence. Now, who does 'They' in sentence 1 refer to? It refers to the two teachers! And who does 'her' or 'she' refer to? It refers back to a student. Sentence 2 finishes the thought by summarizing how the student feels about those supportive educators. This gives us the seamless order of 3, 1, 2.

6. (A) 2-1-3

The correct layout is A: 2-1-3. In logical paragraphs, you must introduce a problem before you can offer a solution. Sentence 2 establishes the problem: improper waste disposal and clogged drains. Sentence 1 starts with the clear transition phrase 'To solve this,' directly responding to the problem stated in sentence 2. Therefore, 2 must be followed immediately by 1. Sentence 3 shows the final positive outcome of that solution. Problem, action, result—2, 1, 3. It flows perfectly!

7. (C) 3-1-2

The correct answer is C: 3-1-2. When a paragraph defines a term or acronym, the sentence containing the full name and definition must come first. Sentence 3 clearly introduces 'The Alternative Learning System, or ALS,' so it takes the lead.Sentence 1 elaborates on the system by calling it 'This mode of instructional delivery.' Sentence 2 adds further details using the pronoun 'It.' Starting with 1 or 2 would leave the reader confused about what 'this mode' or 'it' means. Always start with the complete definition, giving us 3, 1, 2.

8. (A) 3-1-2

The correct answer is A: 3-1-2. Stories almost always begin by setting the time and location. Sentence 3 establishes this beautifully: 'Yesterday afternoon, Miguel left the school campus...'As he is moving from that location, sentence 1 details what happened along the way: 'While walking home, he found a lost wallet.' Sentence 2 finishes the plot with his reaction to the event: 'Miguel immediately took it...' The word 'it' points directly back to the wallet found in sentence 1, meaning 1 must precede 2. Our clean story order is 3, 1, 2.

9. (A) 2-1-3

The answer is A: 2-1-3. Let's examine how essays are built. First, you state your main argument or claim (Sentence 2: social media affects grades). Next, you back up that claim with proof or an example (Sentence 1, which starts explicitly with 'For example'). Finally, you conclude your argument and offer advice using a concluding word like 'Therefore' (Sentence 3). A concluding sentence with 'Therefore' belongs at the end of the thought process, not the beginning. Thus, the structure must be claim, example, conclusion—or 2, 1, 3.

10. (B) 2-3-1

Our final correct answer is B: 2-3-1. This follows a classic historical timeline: Past, intermediate history, and present day. Sentence 2 details the origins, using the phrase 'originally constructed during the Spanish era.' Sentence 3 moves forward in time, using the word 'later' to describe events during World War II. Sentence 1 brings us straight to the present using the time anchor word 'Today.' Following the timeline from old history to the present gives us the clear sequence of 2, 3, 1. Fantastic work if you completed the quiz with letter B!

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