Republic of the Philippines

Region X
Department of Education
EAST GUSA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
(Lapasan National High School- Gusa Annex)
Gusa , Cagayan de Oro City
Reading and Writing

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DIRECTIONS: Read the following sentences below and encircle the letter of the word that describe the
most probable answer.
1. Which of the following is a component of a drum brake system?
A) Caliper B) Rotor C) Drum D) Both A and B
2. What is the purpose of a brake shoe in a drum brake system?
A) To slow down the rotation of the drum
B) To provide a surface for the brake drum to press against
C) To absorb heat generated during braking
D) Both A and B
3. What is the function of a brake drum in a drum brake system?
A) To slow down the rotation of the wheel
B) To provide a surface for the brake shoe to press against
C) To absorb heat generated during braking
D) Both A and B
4. Which of the following is NOT a common cause of brake drum wear?
A) Corrosion B) Overheating C) Warping D) Underinflated tires
5. What is the purpose of a brake spring in a drum brake system?
A) To apply pressure to the brake shoe
B) To hold the brake shoe in place
C) To absorb heat generated during braking
D) Both A and B
6. Which of the following components helps to adjust the distance between the brake shoes and
the brake drum?
A) Brake cylinder B) Brake adjuster
C) Brake booster D) Both A and B
7. Which of the following is a sign that the brake drums may need to be replaced?
A) A pulsing sensation when braking B) Squeaking or grinding noises when braking
C) A vibration when braking D) All of the above
8. What is the purpose of a backing plate in a drum brake system?
A) To provide a surface for the brake shoe to press against
B) To protect the wheel bearings from debris and water
C) To absorb heat generated during braking
D) Both A and B
9. Which of the following is NOT a common type of brake shoe lining material?
A) Ceramic B) Organic
C) Metallic D) Rubber
10. Which of the following is a common type of brake adjuster in a drum brake system?
A) Screw-type B) Hydraulic-type C) Electric-type D) All of the above

11. which of the following tools and materials is not included during PDI preparation.
a. mobile phone b. brake fluid
c. Diagnostic tools d. Clipboard
12. The following items are prohibited during PDI except.
a. necklace b. Wrist watch
c. sharp object d. basic tools
13. The following are allowed to do fixing the minor defects during PDI except.
a. adjustin b. tightening
c. loosening bolts d. filling liquids
 14. Carwashing is one task in PDI preparation. There should be a certain guideline/reminders not to
damage the paint. What is it?
a. Too much water pressure applied b. washes the body using hand only
c. use rough cleaning materials d. use brush
15. What are the best practices in carwashing engine except.
a. low water pressure
b. focus on your washer spray nozzle on the electrical component
c. use compressed air to blow out watery portion
d. Use high water pressure on all engine components
16. Which vehicle pre-loaded parts are needed to install before performing PDI
a. spare tire b. Fuse c. light d. None of the above
17. Pre-loaded parts/documents are parts that are not fitted during transporting. These items are to be
installed to complete after the PDI is performed. Which is not included?
a. checklist form b. spare tire c. Warranty booklet d. wheel cover
18. Why a certain fuse or relay is being removed from the relay box during transporting. For what
purpose?
a. to prevent from starting b. to prevent car stealing
c. to prevent battery from draining d. none of the above
19. Why we need to include a diagnostic tool during the PDI. For what purpose?
a. To unlock disabled vehicle system b. to view the basic data
c. to check the fuel quantity d. to check the mileage
20. Which parts/documents/materials that are needed to install after performing PDI? which is not
needed?
a. spare wheel b. clipboard c. jack set d. spare key
21. What is the most common definition of a hazard when it comes to workplace health and safety?
A) A danger
B) A risk
C) A source of potential damage, harm, or adverse health effects
D) Any harmful outcome
22. Why is the meaning of the word hazard confusing according to the text?
A) Because dictionaries do not give specific definitions
B) Because dictionaries combine it with the term "risk"
C) Because people use the terms hazard and risk interchangeably
D) All of the above
23. What is the potential for harm or an adverse effect?
A) Hazard B) Risk C) Danger D) Outcome
24. Which of the following is an example of a hazard to an organization?
A) Adverse health effects to people B) Property or equipment losses
C) Environmental damage D) All of the above
25.What is the term used to refer to the resulting harm instead of the actual source of the hazard?
A) Risk B) Outcome C) Hazard D) Adverse effect
26.Which of the following is an example of a hazardous biological agent according to the text?
A) A disease B) Bacteria causing a disease C) Harmful outcomes of a disease D) All of the above
27.What is the potential for damage, harm or adverse health effects called?
A) Hazard B) Risk C) Danger D) Outcome
28.What is the disease tuberculosis referred to as by some people?
A) A hazard B) A risk C) A danger D) An outcome
29.Which of the following is NOT an example of a hazard?
A) A toxic chemical
B) An unsecured ladder
C) A safe and well-lit workspace
D) A sharp object
30.Which of the following is a common mistake people make when using the terms hazard and risk?
A) They use them interchangeably
B) They only use one of the terms
C) They use the term hazard to describe a potential outcome
D) They use the term risk to describe the actual source of the hazard
31. What is one of the most overlooked PPE items across all industries?
A) Eye protection B) Hearing protection C) Respirators D) Safety gloves
32. Workers at an auto plant may be exposed to what on a daily basis?
A) Extreme heat B) Extreme cold C) Extremely loud noises D) Extremely bright lights
33. To best combat hearing impairment, companies must start at what?
A) The symptoms B) The source C) The equipment D) The workers
34. What is the first means of combatting loud machinery noise mentioned in the text?
A) Enclosing the machinery in a sound-insulated barrier B) Installing anti-vibration machine mountings
C) Providing acoustic screens D) Regularly scheduled maintenance
35. If enclosing loud machinery is not an option, what is another means of combatting noise mentioned
in the text?
A) Installing panels with noise dampening material B) Providing ear plugs to workers
C) Increasing the volume of other sounds D) None of the above
36. What is one way to combat noise from exhaust systems?
A) Installing anti-vibration machine mountings B) Providing ear plugs to workers
C) Fitting silencers to exhaust systems D) None of the above
37. What is one reason why regularly scheduled maintenance is important for combatting noise?
A) To save money
B) To reduce accidents
C) To ensure equipment is running smoothly and not making unnecessary noises
D) To increase worker productivity
38. What is the primary goal of enclosing loud machinery within a sound-insulated barrier?
A) To completely eliminate noise B) To reduce noise levels to safe levels
C) To make the workplace look better D) To reduce the cost of hearing protection equipment
39. What is the most important reason for companies to combat noise in the workplace?
A) To reduce the need for hearing protection B) To comply with safety regulations
C) To save money on worker's compensation claims D) To increase worker productivity
40. Which of the following is NOT a means of combatting noise mentioned in the text?
A) Enclosing loud machinery within a sound-insulated barrier
B) Installing anti-vibration machine mountings
C) Providing ear plugs to workers
D) Providing acoustic screens to workers
41. What is another name for the transmission?
A) Gear lever B) Speedo drive C) Gearbox D) Cluster gear
42. Where is the gearbox located in a rear-wheel-drive vehicle?
A) Between the engine and the front wheels B) Between the engine and the rear wheels
C) At the front of the vehicle D) At the rear of the vehicle
43. What is the function of the gear lever?
A) To measure the road speed of the vehicle B) To engage the reverse idler
C) To change to a different gear D) To transmit power to the other gears
44. What is the function of the speedo drive?
A) To engage the reverse idler B) To measure the road speed of the vehicle
C) To change to a different gear D) To transmit power to the other gears
45. What is the function of the reverse idler?
A) To measure the road speed of the vehicle B) To engage the cluster gear
C) To change to a different gear D) To reverse the direction of the main shaft (output)
46. What is the function of the cluster gear?
A) To measure the road speed of the vehicle B) To engage the reverse idler
C) To change to a different gear D) To give different gear ratios when engaged by the main gear drive
47. What is the function of the input shaft?
A) To collect drive from the turning engines B) To directly connect to the engine via the input gear
C) To engage the main shaft gear D) To transmit power to the other gears
48. What is the function of the input gear?
A) To engage the reverse idler B) To directly connect to the engine via the input shaft
C) To change to a different gear D) To transmit power to the other gears
49. What is the function of the main shaft gear?
A) To measure the road speed of the vehicle
B) To engage the reverse idler
C) To change to a different gear
D) To transmit power to the other gears
50. What is the function of the main shaft (output)?
A) To measure the road speed of the vehicle B) To engage the reverse idler
C) To change to a different gear D) To be connected to the differential and engaged as required

1. What is the function of automotive brakes?

A) To control the vehicle's air conditioning
B) To control the vehicle's speed and stop the vehicle
C) To control the vehicle's lighting
D) To control the vehicle's radio volume
2. How do drum brakes work?
A) The brake pads expand and rub against the brake rotor
B) The brake pads contract and rub against the brake rotor
C) The brake shoes expand and rub against the brake drum
D) The brake shoes contract and rub against the brake drum
3. What causes the wheel to stop rotating in a drum brake system?
A) Friction between the brake rotor and brake pads
B) Friction between the brake drum and brake shoes
C) A loss of air pressure in the brake lines
D) A malfunctioning brake master cylinder
4. Which part of the drum brake system pushes against the brake drum to stop the wheel?
A) Brake rotor B) Brake pads C) Brake shoes D) Brake caliper
5. What is the purpose of the friction between the brake lining and the brake drum in a drum brake
system?
A) To create heat B) To make noise
C) To rotate the wheel faster D) To stop the wheel from rotating
6. What is the function of a disc brake?
A. To expand the brake shoe B. To push the brake lining against the brake drum
C. To push the caliper against the rotor D. To release air from the brake system
7. What remains stationary in a disc brake?
A. Brake shoe B. Rotor C. Caliper D. Piston
8. What prevents fluid leakage between the piston and the cylinder in a disc brake?
A. Brake shoe B. Rotor C. Caliper D. Piston seal
9. What prevents road dirt and water from entering the disc brake system?
A. Piston seal B. Caliper C. Bleeder screw D. Boot
10. What is the function of the bleeder screw in a disc brake system?
A. To expand the brake shoe B. To push the brake lining against the brake drum
C. To push the caliper against the rotor D. To allow air to be removed from the system
11. What is the purpose of the text "Automotive Maintenance and Troubleshooting"?
A. To explain how to operate a vehicle safely.
B. To provide a step-by-step guide for repairing a vehicle.
C. To show how to prevent troubles, locate the cause of troubles, and restore the car to satisfactory operation.
D. To explain the different types of automotive systems.
12. What is the definition of maintenance?
A. The prevention of premature wear and tear of operating parts.
B. The care and work performed to retain vehicles in safe and serviceable operation.
C. The restoration of a vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
D. The provision of support for vehicle upkeep.
13. What is the purpose of preventive maintenance?
A. To restore a vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
B. To avoid the occurrence of defects and failures due to lack of attention to component parts.
C. To provide support for vehicle upkeep.
D. To keep a vehicle in a specified state or position.
14. What is the purpose of corrective maintenance?
A. To prevent premature wear and tear of operating parts.
B. To keep a vehicle in specified state or position.
C. To restore a vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
D. To provide support for vehicle upkeep.
15. What is the definition of trouble?
A. An analysis and diagnosis of the causes of vehicle problems.
B. The elimination of vehicle problems.
C. Mechanical defects, breakdown, or disorder on a machine or vehicle.
D. The laws of physics on which operating principles are based.
16. What are the types of trouble found on automotive vehicles?
A. Mechanical, electrical, and pyro/thermal.
B. Mechanical, chemical, and pneumatic.
C. Chemical, electrical, and pyro/thermal.
D. Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pyro/thermal, and combination.
17. What is the definition of troubleshooting?
A. The discovery and elimination of the causes of troubles and the correction of trouble.
B. The prevention of premature wear and tear of operating parts.
C. The care and work performed to retain vehicles in safe and serviceable operation.
D. The restoration of a vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
18. What is the ideal quality of a trouble-shooter?
A. An understanding of the laws of physics on which operating principles are based.
B. A high degree of ingenuity to devise and perform tests to prove or disprove a suspected condition.
C. Considerable knowledge and a definite plan of action.
D. All of the above.
19. What is the primary purpose of preventive maintenance?
A. To restore a vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
B. To avoid the occurrence of defects and failures due to lack of attention to component parts.
C. To provide support for vehicle upkeep.
D. To keep a vehicle in specified state or position.
20. What must a trouble-shooter possess to be effective?
A. A basic understanding of how to operate a vehicle.
B. The ability to perform basic maintenance tasks.
C. An understanding of the operating principles of each system in an automobile.
D. A high degree of physical strength.
21. What is the purpose of automotive maintenance and troubleshooting?
a) To cause mechanical defects on the vehicle.
b) To locate and correct any troubles that arise.
c) To prevent any future troubles.
d) To perform routine maintenance only.
22. What are the types of troubles found on automotive vehicles?
a) Mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic. b) Chemical, electrical, and thermal.
c) Mechanical, chemical, pneumatic, and thermal. d) Electrical and thermal only.
23. What must an ideal trouble-shooter possess?
a) The ability to restore the vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
b) The ability to keep the vehicle in a specified state or position.
c) An understanding of the operating principles of each system in an automobile.
d) The ability to prevent or avoid occurrence of defects, troubles or failures due to lack of repair or
attention to machines.
24. What type of trouble is caused by the breakdown or disorder of a machine, vehicle or equipment?
a) Mechanical trouble b) Chemical trouble c) Electrical trouble d) Pyro/thermal trouble
25.What type of trouble is caused by the breakdown or malfunction of a component part on a vehicle or
equipment?
a) Mechanical trouble b) Chemical trouble c) Electrical trouble d) Pneumatic trouble
26. What is the purpose of pneumatic trouble?
a) To cause breakdown or disorder in the machine, vehicle or equipment.
b) To prevent or avoid occurrence of defects, troubles or failures due to lack of repair or attention to machines.
c) To locate and correct any troubles that arise.
d) To identify and resolve issues related to air pressure or flow.
27. What is the ideal outcome of trouble shooting?
a) To restore the vehicle to its original high-performance condition.
b) To prevent any future troubles from occurring.
c) To locate and correct any troubles that arise.
d) To perform routine maintenance only.