Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Pamplona National High School

First Periodical Test in Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region

S.Y 2022-2023

Name: _________________________ Score: __________

Grade and Section: ____________________

Multiple Choice
Directions: Read each sentence carefully. Identify what is being described in each statement. Choose the
best answer. Encircle the letter of your choice.

1. This is a three-dimensional artwork that may be created using stone, marble, wood, and
concrete.
A. architecture B. literature C. music D. sculpture
2. This art form is a technological translation of theater. In films, special effects are
utilized to enhance the storytelling.
A. cinema B. music C. sculpture D. theater
3. This is the art form of performance. Dramatic texts are portrayed on stage by actors and
actresses and are enhanced by props, lights, and sounds.
A. literature B. music C. sculpture D. theater
4. This is a two-dimensional image of various subjects ranging from real-life images to the
visually abstract.
A. architecture B. literature C. music D. picture
5. These are structures that meant to be used as shelter. The art of architecture relies on the design and
purpose of the structure.
A. architecture B. literature C. music D. picture
6. This art form appeals to the sense of hearing. Music is composed by combining noted into harmony.
A. architecture B. literature C. music D. picture
7. This is the art form of language through the combined use of words, creating meaning and experiences.
A. architecture B. literature C. music D. picture
8. This is the art of the human form. The body is used, mobilized and choreographed in a specific time,
form, and space.
A. architecture B. dance C. literature D. music
9. In this era, arts are for ritual purposes or for everyday use.
A. American Era B. Islamic Art C. Pre-colonial Arts D. Spanish Era
10. Art became a handmaiden of religion, serving to propagate the Catholic faith and thus support the
colonial order at the same time.
A. American Era B. Islamic Art C. Pre-colonial Arts D. Spanish Era
11. It is considered as a pre – triumph era.
A. Japanese era B Pre – Colonial era C. Modern era D. Contemporary era
12. It is anything printed from raised or sunken reliefs and plane surfaces
A. Civic art B. Commercial art C. Practical art D. Graphic Art
13. It is the changing of raw materials into some significant products
A. Industrial art B. Practical art C. Graphic Art D. Commercial Art
14. Pis siyabit is an example of __________.
A. ornamentation B. tattoo C. weaving D. Carving
 15. A period in which focuses on idyllic sceneries and secular forms of arts.
A. Modern era B. American era C. Contemporary era D. Pre – colonial era
16. He is one of the abstractionist artists.
A. Fernando Amorsolo B. Romeo Tabuena C. Juan Luna D. Arturo Luz
17. It is an art of today produced by artists living of today.
A. Modern era B. American era C. Contemporary era D. Pre – colonial era
18. This art use for or utility, changing of raw materials for utilitarian purposes.
A. Industrial art B. Practical art C. Graphic Art D. Commercial Art
19. He wrote the national anthem during the Japanese period entitled Awit sa Paglikha ng Bagong
Pilipinas
A. Julian Felipe B. Felipe de Leon C. Marcelo Adonay D. Ryan Cayabyab
20. An era focuses on geometric and design.
A. Islamic era B. American era C. Modern era D. Pre – colonial era
21. The acronym NCCA stands for:
A. National Commission for Culture and the Arts
B. National Culture for Care of the arts
C. Nations Commission for Culture and the Artists
D. None of the above
22. The acronym CCP stands for:
A. Cultural Commission of the Philippines
B. Cultural Center of the Philippines
C. Center for Cultural Arts of the Philippines
D. Care for Culture in the Philippines
23. The acronym NAMCYA stands for:
A. National Music Competition for Young Artists Foundation
B. National Music Competition for Young Artists Federation
C. Nation’s Masters Competition for Young Artists Foundation
D. None of the above
24. The acronym NHCP stands for:
A. National Historical Commission of the Philippines
B. National History Commemoration of the Philippines
C. Nation’s Historical Culture of the Philippines
D. None of the above
25. Executive Order No. 118 created the:
A. Presidential Commission on Culture and Arts in 1987
B. Local Culture of the Philippines
C. Conservation of Cultural Heritage
D. National Culture and Identity
26. A Tinalak weaver who have produced creations which remain faithful to the T’boli tradition as
manifested in the complexity of her design, fineness of workmanship and quality of finish.
A. Magdalena Gamayo B. Haja Amina C. Lang Dulay D. Salinta
Monon 27. It is the highest national acknowledgment given to Filipino people who have made noteworthy
commitments to the improvement of Philippine expressions.
A. GAMABA award
B. GAMBANA award
C. National Artists Award
D. International Artist Award
28. It is an award given to recognize the outstanding work of the artists in the Philippines to promote a
genuine appreciation of traditional craft and art.
A. GAMABA award
B. GAMBANA award D
C. National Artists Award
D. International Artist Award
29. A director for theater and film, has the distinction of being called “The Boy Wonder of Philippine
Movies”
A. Lamberto V. Avellana
B. Catalino “Lino” Ortiz Brocka
C. José María V. Zaragoza
D. Manuel Conde
30. The “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art”
A. Catalino “Lino” Ortiz Brocka
B. Cesar Legaspi
C. Fernando C. Amorsolo
D. F. Sionil Jose
31. It is a form of art that refers to the staging and execution of a production like drama, opera, festivals.
A. Dance B. Architecture C. Theater D. Sculpture
32. Refers to a racked gong chime instrument played in the southern islands of the Philippines, along with
its varied accompanying ensembles.
A.Kulintang B. Rondalla C. Bungkaka D. Tongatong

“Good luck and God bless!”

-Mrs. SHERADEE P. SALMA-

ANSWER KEY:
1. B 2. D 3. A 4. C 5. B 6. D 7. C 8. B 9. B 10. A
11. B 12. B 13. A 14. A 15. B 16. C 17. A 18. C 19. A 20. D
21. A 22. B 23. A 24. A 25. A 26. B 27. B 28. A 29. A 30. B
31. C. 32. A.