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First Edition, 2020
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Director: Benjamin D. Paragas, CESO V
OIC, Asst. Regional Director: Atty. Suzzette T. Gannaban-Medina
Development Team of the Material
Authors: Mary Angelic Gara-Pergis, Ray Alben M. Manaog,

Yobhel Viktor M. Novio, Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo
Editors: Elizabeth de las Alas, Julie Ann Cueto, Hazel Portia Cidiamat
Krizzea M. Matira, Janine C. Gutierrez
Reviewers: Edna C. Oabel, Nacy Alaska, Christine Heidie Garcillano,

Glenda Almeniana, Thervel Saez, Joseph Jambalos, Ph.D.,
Adelardo Malaluan, Ph.D., Lucin F. Fruelda, Jelly Sore,
Joey Bool Gutierrez, Ph.D., Melbert M. Broqueza, Ph.D.
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Table of Contents
Passage 1: The Blue Blood and the Harelip Servant

A Poignant Story of Friendship ……………………… 4
Quarter 1
Supply other words or expressions that complete an analogy
Passage 2: Aganhon’s Broken Heart

Why Mango is Heart-Shaped ……………………… 6
Quarter 1
Supply other words or expressions that complete an analogy
Passage 3: The Arrogant Couple

How Butterflies Came to Be ……………………… 8
Quarter 1
Identify the genre of a material viewed (such as movie clip,
trailer, news flash, internet-based program, documentary, video, etc.)
Passage 4: The Greed of Sadaya

What Made the Sea Salty ……………………… 10
Quarter 1
Identify the genre of a material viewed (such as movie clip,
trailer, news flash, internet-based program, documentary, video, etc.)
Passage 5: The Spoiled Little Piña

Why Do Pineapple Fruits Have Many Eyes?……………………… 13
Quarter 1
Use passive and active voice meaningfully in varied context
Passage 6: The Story of Bathala ……………………… 15

Quarter 1
Use passive and active voice meaningfully in varied context
Passage 7: Respect is Stronger Than Strength

Hudhud Hi Aliguyon (The Tales of Aliguyon) ……………………… 18
Quarter 1
Use the past and past perfect tenses correctly in varied contexts
Passage 8: The Sun and the Moon

(An Adaptation of Filipino Folklore) ……………………… 20
Quarter 1
Use the past and past perfect tenses correctly in varied contexts
Passage 9: Mother’s Pork Nilaga ……………………… 23

Quarter 1
Use direct and reported speech appropriately in varied contexts
Passage 10: Untitled Dialog ……………………… 26

Quarter 1
Use direct and reported speech appropriately in varied contexts
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Passage 11: Debt of Gratitude ……………………… 29
Quarter 1
Use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately and meaningfully
Passage 12: The Filipino Love for Basketball ……………………… 32

Quarter 1
Use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately and meaningfully
Passage 13: First Time in the City ……………………… 35

Quarter 1
Use the appropriate reading style (scanning, skimming, speed reading,
intensive reading etc.) for one’s purpose
Passage 14: The Four Binibinis and the Giant ……………………… 37

Quarter 1
Use the appropriate reading style (scanning, skimming, speed reading,
intensive reading etc.) for one’s purpose
Key to Correction
References
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 1
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Understand the message and feelings it
wants to convey.
THE BLUE BLOOD AND THE HARELIP SERVANT

A Poignant Story of Friendship
Mary Angelic Gara-Pergis
There was a 5-year-old orphan named Jaafar who has a harelip. He was
adopted by a blue blood datu and made him a servant. The datu has a blue blood
daughter who has the same age with Jaafar. Her name was Dayang-Dayang.
Oh, how she loved to play with Jaafar because she was delighted to see his
harelip and to pinch his face painfully to make him cry. She did this because she was
puzzled to tell whether he is crying or laughing since he both showed the same facial
expression. In return, Jaafar wanted to prick his master’s skin and see if she really had
blue blood but for one reason, he did not try.
He did everything for his blue blood master. He climbed coconut trees for her,
played in the sand and picked up shells with her, even searched for sea-cucumbers
with her.
As they grew, he fell secretly in love with his blue blood master. He wanted to
confess his love for her. He desired to take her as his wife if not only because of the
difference of their status in life. All he could do is be grateful enough to the family who
has shown kindness of adopting him and providing him food and shelter even as a
servant. This way, he could still be with her and secretly love her.
One day, a young datu from Bonbon came to take Dayang-Dayang as his wife.
The blue blood datu welcomed him. He was delighted that his daughter would be
married to a royalty, too. Jaafar was unhappy of this. “But what can I do? What am I
after all?”, he pitied himself.
On the wedding day, Jaafar decided to move far away because he couldn’t bear
to see his sweet blue blood married to another man.
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After seven years, Jaafar has been to different places and gained a little fortune.
But, even after many years, he still longed for his sweet blue blood.
Then, things turned upside down. The husband of Dayang-Dayang became

arrogant in obeying the law. He fought against the Christian government. As a result
of his actions, he was put in prison. His lands and possessions were confiscated, too.
Nothing was left in his properties but a small land to till for his wife and children.
One day, fate desired to let them meet. Jaafar went to Bonbon for a business
transaction. There, he saw his sweet blue blood again. The happy memories of the
past were revived when they had the chance to talk to each other. But Jaafar couldn’t
believe his eyes. His sweet blue blood has changed a lot. Not that she’s no longer
lovely but she looked so different from the life she used to have. Now, she has to till
the soil with her bare hands to feed herself and her children. She even had less regard
on how she looked. Her situation was far from the luxurious life she had before. He
wanted to wash her dirty hands and take her to his humble home. His desire was so
strong but he stooped himself. “I am not a blue blood and for this, we will never be
regarded as equal”, he sighed in despair.
Vocabulary Development
Directions: Answer YES or NO to the following questions. Analyze the meaning of the
italicized words before answering.
1. If you have servants to do tasks for you, do you have a luxurious life?
2. If you obey the laws in your place, are you arrogant?
3. Do you still own your properties if they were confiscated?
4. If you are a royalty, are you a servant?
5. If someone pinch your face hardly, will it hurt?
Comprehension Questions
1. What was Jaafar’s status in life while he was in the datu’s house?
A.businessman B. gardener C. royalty D. servant
2. What happened to Dayang-Dayang when she got married?

A. She worked hard for her children. C. She went to different places.
B. She worked in the government D. She got very sick.
3. Why did Jaafar still desire to care for Dayang-Dayang even after many years?
A. He misses working for her.
B. He still loves his old master.
C. He is already a wealthy man.
D. He wants to repay her family’s kindness
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(for items no. 4&5 answers may vary)
4. How did Jaafar feel when the Datu’s daughter had to marry another man?
Why?
5. What does the last sentence mean? Do you agree? Why or why not?
Let’s Read
PASSAGE 2
wants to convey.
AGANHON’S BROKEN HEART

Why Mango is Heart-Shaped
In a peaceful village in Kalibo, Aklan, lived a man named Daegdog. He was stiff
and merciless. He married Mabuot who was opposite of his character. She was calm
and considerate.
One day, Mabuot bore a baby girl whose traits were like hers. She was beautiful
and submissive to her parents. They named her Aganhon. As she grew, many young
men admired her.
When Aganhon was in the right age to marry, Daegdog sealed her fate by giving
his daughter’s hand in marriage to Maeopig, a man who was as ardent and as
determined as him. Aganhon was not happy at all. She spurned her father’s decision.
She pleaded to her father but Daegdog whose heart is like a stone did not listen.
“Maeopig is the best husband for you”, he bellowed.
While everyone was celebrating, Aganhon cried in misery. She refused to eat
and drink nor to go out from her bedroom. She did not want to marry Maeopig. “I will
never marry a man I do not love”, she said.
On the wedding day, Aganhon was nowhere to be found. Everyone was worried
and looked for her. They searched everywhere until they reached a little spring near
their house. Daegdog grieved when he saw his daughter lifeless with a dagger pierced
in her heart. He was filled with remorse because he was insensitive to her daughter’s
feelings.
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After her funeral, Aganhon appeared in her father’s dream. There, she pointed
him to a tree that grew beside the spring where she died. Then she said, “I forgive you
father but whenever you eat its fruit, think of me and my broken heart.” When Daegdog
woke up, he stormed to the stream and found the tree shown in his dream. Its limbs
were filled with shiny yellow fruits that were shaped like heart. He savored the sweet
and tender fruit. Then, he was reminded of her daughter’s heart whose feelings he
heedlessly disregarded. Daegdog called it “mango”, meaning, “heart-shaped”.
Daegdog shared the fruits to his neighbors. Since then, whenever the parents eat the
heart-shaped fruit, they are reminded never to break their children’s heart.
Directions: Match the words in column A to their meaning in column B.
Column A Column B
1. submissive A. enthusiastic
2. ardent B. disapprove
3. spurn C. free from disturbance
4. remorse D. willing to obey
5. heedless E. a sense of guilt for wrong decisions
F. not considerate
1. What is the purpose of the author?

A. to narrate B. to entertain C. to inform D. to persuade
2. Why did Daegdog choose Maeopig to marry his daughter?

A. Maeopig was wealthy and good looking.
B. He wanted his daughter to have a good life.
C. Daeogdog saw himself in Meopig’s personality.
D. Maeopig did everything to be worthy for Aganhon’s love.
3. Why did Aganhon refuse to get married?

A. She is not yet ready for the responsibilities of becoming a wife.
B. She wants to marry the person she loves.
C. She does not want to bear a baby.
D. She enjoys her life as a maiden.
4. How did Aganhon die?

A. She pierced her own heart by a dagger.
B. She was poisoned by the fruit she ate.
C. She was beaten hard by his father.
D. She drowned in the stream.
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5. What is the lesson of the story?
A. The decision of choosing one’s partner in life should not be dictated by
anyone.
B. Parents should listen and respect their children’s feelings.
C. Money cannot buy love.
D. Both A and B
Let’s Read
PASSAGE 3
wants to convey.
THE ARROGANT COUPLE

How Butterflies Came to Be
Long time ago there was an old lady who lived near a lake. She had a beautiful
flower garden. Many people from neighboring village would visit and exchange their
fish for her lovely flowers.
At night, magical things happen around her house. She didn’t have electricity
but it would glow so bright. Some would say they could see dwarfs with a beautiful
young lady. All these happened only at night, never during the day.
One day, a young couple dropped by. They were arrogant and didn’t have
respect to ugly things.
They intruded the old lady’s garden to get some flowers. When they saw the
old lady, they thought of her as ugly and treated her badly despite her plea to leave
her.
Losing her compassion to the couple, she struck them with her stick then
instantly they turned into flying creatures with adorable colorful wings.
Since then, every time people see two butterflies playing around a garden, they
are reminded of the disdainful couple.
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Match the definition in column A to the word being defined in column B.
Column A Column B
1. Extremely charming A. compassion
2. To enter without permission B. Disdainful
3. Proud C. Intrude
4. Kindness D. Plea
5. An earnest request E. Adorable
F.Creature
Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer.
1. What do people see around the house at night?

A. Christmas Lights C. fairies
B. dwarfs and a beautiful lady D. fire flies
2. How do you describe the house at night?

A. colorful B. lonely C. mystical D. scary
3. What did the young couple do to the old woman?

A. They bought all the beautiful flowers in her garden.
B. They gave foods to the old lady.
C. They ruined her flower garden.
D. They insulted the old lady.
4. Why did the couple turn into butterflies?

A. They loved the smell of flowers so much.
B. They were punished for being proud.
C. They wanted to become butterflies.
D. They were cursed by the dwarfs.
5. How should you treat people around you? (answers may vary)
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 4
wants to convey.
THE GREED OF SADAYA

What Made the Sea Salty
There was a time when the sea was still fresh water. However, in a desolate
island in the middle of the Visayan Sea, lived a widow who was greedy for gold. Her
name is Sadaya. Everything in her island was made up of gold. In the same island,
laid the only cave in the world that produced salt. She became very wealthy by
bargaining it with precious metals and of course, gold. But this did not make her happy.
She had a daughter named Aliwan. She was beautiful and unlike her mother,
she was cheerful and generous.
One morning, while Aliwan was taking a bath near the shore, Marag-sa-Tubig,
eldest son of Lawodnon, the sea-god saw her and instantly fell in love. When he went
home to his father’s kingdom at the bottom of the sea, all he could think about was
Aliwan. “Oh, you are so beautiful Aliwan. I want to see you again”, he said to himself.
The young sea deity disguised himself as a human and sought for Aliwan’s
love. But Sadaya disliked her daughter’s suitor. All she wanted for Aliwan was the
wealthiest man in the world. But the sea deity was so persistent with his love for Aliwan
so Sadaya agreed under one condition. “If you could provide a hundred paraws filled
with gold before dawn tomorrow, I might allow you to court my daughter.”
Hearing Sadaya’s condition made Mara-sa-Tubig hopeful. He asked for his

father’s help. “But gold is scarce, it will take weeks to meet her demands!” Lawodnon
told his son. “Let us ask the help of my friend Habagat”, he added.
In a flash, Marag-sa-Tubig went to the monsoon-god, Habagat. Without wasting

a minute, he narrated his love for a woman and of her mother’s demand for gold. Then
he pleaded, “Oh, mighty Habagat! Please help us gather golds that could fill a hundred
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paraws by the dawn tomorrow. Sink all boats sailing on the waters. Many of these are
certain to contain golds to be exchanged for Sadaya’s salt. My father’s servants are
already waiting beneath the sea to harvest.”
Habagat sympathized with him and agreed to help. He gathered his strength,
darkened the skies, went to the seas, and filled it with gigantic waves. Before he was
finished, many boats sunk to the bottom of the sea. Soon, Marag-sa-Tubig had more
than enough golds.
Unfortunately, while Marag-sa-Tubig was talking to Habagat, the beautiful

Aliwan set out to the sea to attend a wedding feast with her friends on a nearby island.
The sea was calm when they started to sail. They have not yet gone far when Habagat
started to rage in fury. Aliwan and her friends sank to the ocean floor.
Aliwan died. When Marag-sa-Tubig heard of this, he was left in despair. He was
so consumed by his sadness that he forgot to tell Habagat to end the storm. Soon,
Sadaya’s island was ruined by the devouring storm. Despite what happened, the cave
continued producing salt beneath the sea.
Thousand years later, all the seas and oceans became salty as they are today.
Directions: Encircle (o) the letter of the word or phrase closest in meaning to the
underlined word in each sentence.
1. A locale folk warned us never to enter the desolate abandoned house in the
middle of the forest.
A. dirty B. large C.lonely D. unpleasant
2. Don’t expect me to sympathize with a lazy man like you.

A. care B. feel pity C. give something D.invite
3. His fury continued to grow because of his wife’s heart piercing accusations.
A. anger B. acceptance C. determination D. passion
4. He devours everything he touches when he is drunk.

A. destroy B. eat C. mend D. play
5. Don’t give up in despair. There is hope as long as you live.

A. to lose all hope C. to lose senses
B. to lose money D. to lose health
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1. What is the personality of Sadaya?

A. ambitious B. greedy C. haughty D. cunning
2. What made her very wealthy?

A. She was left with a lot of inheritance by his dead husband.
B. She has a cave that produce salt.
C. She has a beautiful island.
D. She has a lot of gold.
3. How many paraws of gold did Sadaya ask Marag-sa-Tubig for her to accept
him for Aliwan?
A. One Hundred C.One Thousand
B. Two hundred D. One Hundred Thousand
4. Why did the Habagat continue to devour the sea?

A. The cave which produce salt made Habagat irritated.
B. Habagat wanted to show how powerful he is.
C. Habagat could no longer contain his anger.
D. Marag-sa-Tubig forgot to tell him to stop.
5. Based on this story, what made the sea salty like it is now?
A. Tears poured to the sea from the eyes of Marag-sa-Tubig made it salty.
B. Many salt carried by the sunken boats drowned to the sea.
C. The cave continued producing salt.
D. Sadaya’s gold became salt.
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PASSAGE 5
wants to convey.
THE SPOILED LITTLE PIÑA

Why Do Pineapple Fruits Have Many Eyes?
Ray Alben M. Manaog
A spoiled little girl named Piña was over loved by her mother. Because of this,
she became selfish and insensitive. However, this does not bother her mother for she
wanted her daughter to be dependent on her for the rest of her life.
An illness fell onto her mother one day, and she could not cook for the two of
them. Knowing Piña would not cook food for them, her mother was forced to be bold
for her welfare. Whining at her mother because of hunger, she unwillingly went to the
kitchen and cooked “lugaw” or rice porridge following her mother’s instruction.
Because of her dependence to her mother, all the things needed in cooking
were asked by Piña from her ill mother. When her mother could not take it anymore,
she said a curse asking heaven and all the gods to put many eyes on Piña’s face so
she can see the things she is looking for. Shortly after, she lost her consciousness.
After mother’s deep sleep, the house was empty. Piña was called by her mother
but no one answered. Her mother looked for her but only the uncooked “lugaw” was
found by the mother in the kitchen. Her mother was depressed by the idea that her
daughter was burdened and left her.
When she was leaving the kitchen, she was tripped by something on the floor.
She found an odd human head-shaped object with clumps of leaves on top which
looked like a crown. Looking at the object, the mother was struck by a mysterious
feeling. She was shocked realizing that the brown circles all over the object looked the
same as her daughter’s gorgeous brown eyes. She was startled recalling her curse on
her daughter before she fell asleep. And, because of Piña’s disappearance, the bizarre
fruit was called “pinya” or pineapple.
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Directions: Encircle (o) the letter of the word or phrase closest in meaning to the
underlined word in each sentence.
Column A Column B
1. gorgeous A. amazed
2. startled B. beautiful
3. odd C. complaining
4. whining D. hard - hearted
5. insensitive E. peculiar
F. rejoicing
1. How would you describe Piña as a daughter?

A. considerate C. self-centered
B. independent D. thoughtful
2. What did Piña’s mother do after losing her temper?

A. She cooked for herself.
B. She cooked food for her daughter.
C. She cursed her daughter.
D. She cursed herself for getting ill.
3. Why did the mother curse Piña?

A. Piña was selfish.
B. Piña was spoiled.
C. Piña kept on asking questions.
D. Piña was not using her eyes in looking for things.
(for items no. 4&5 answers may vary)

4. Do you think the mother did the right thing by cursing her daughter? Why?
5. If you were Piña, what would you do if your mom is ill?
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PASSAGE 6
wants to convey.
BATHALA THE CREATOR

The Story of Bathala
Ray Alben M. Manaog
In the beginning of times, there were three powerful gods living in the universe
although they did not know each other. The first god is Bathala, he is the guardian of
the planet earth. He always dreams of making humans because of loneliness. The
second is Ulilang Kaluluwa also known as Orphaned Spirit, he is a gigantic serpent
who lives and roams in the clouds. The third and the last is Galang Kaluluwa also
known as the Wandering Spirit, he is a winged god and a traveler. He loves to travel
around the universe.
One day, while Bathala was resting on Earth, Ulilang Kaluluwa decided to visit
his favorite planet, the Earth. When he arrived, he met Bathala and was not delighted.
He thought that Bathala was rivaling him so he challenged Bathala immediately into a
duel in order to know who will rule the universe. They fought non-stop for three days
long and in the end, Bathala won. He killed Ulilang Kaluluwa and burned his body in
the Earth.
After a few years, the Wandering Spirit came across Bathala’s home. When
Bathala saw Galang Kaluluwa, he welcomed him with kindness and hospitality. He
warmly invited him to live with him in his kingdom. For many years, they lived happily
for they became true friends. Unfortunately, Galang Kaluluwa got ill and before his
untimely death, he asked his friend to bury his body on the exact place where Ulilang
Kaluluwa was burned. And he did what his friend asked.
Years later, from the grave of the gods sprouted a peculiar tree - a coconut tree.
Bathala went to the tree and took a coconut fruit and husked it. When he looked at the
nut, it reminded him of his friend’s head and the leaves looked like Galang Kaluluwa’s
wings. As he looked at the trunk of the tree, it reminded him of his enemy’s body.
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He then decided to create the humans to live with him on earth. He first created
plants to grow. Next were animals to roam around the earth. And the last were the first
man and woman. From the coconut tree, he built houses where people can live. The
people drank the juice and ate the white meat from the coconut fruit for food. The used
all the parts of the coconut tree for their living like mats, hats, brooms and many other
things.
Directions: Identify the words being defined in each item. Choose the answer from
the words in the box.
Forbids Rivaling Husking

Bury Wandering Orphan
1. A child deprived by death of one or usually both parents

2. Characterized by aimless, slow, or pointless movement
3. Competing
4. To conceal by or as if by covering with earth
5. To strip the dry outer covering of a fruit
1. Who among the gods became friends?

A. Bathala and Galang Kaluluwa
B. Bathala and Ulilang Kaluluwa
C. Ulilang Kaluluwa and Galang Kaluluwa
D. Bathala, Ulilang Kaluluwa, and Galang Kaluluwa
2. Why did Ulilang Kaluluwa challenge Bathala?

A. Because, they had a longstanding feud.
B. Because, they wanted to test their strengths.
C. Because, he thought he is an enemy.
D. Because, he thought Bathala was competing over the Earth.
3. Why did Bathala dream of creating humans?

A. Because of his loneliness
B. Because it was his dream
C. Because he wanted to own the Earth
D. Because he wanted to be worshipped
4. What is the significance of the coconut tree in the story?

A. It symbolizes love.
B. It symbolizes life and new beginning.
C. It symbolizes friendship.
D. It symbolizes peace.
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A. Loneliness brings out creativity.
B. Keeping a friend’s promise is important.
C. Even strangers can become true friends.
D. Not everything can be settled through a fight.
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PASSAGE 7
wants to convey.
RESPECT IS STRONGER THAN STRENGTH

Hudhud Hi Aliguyon (The Tales of Aliguyon)
Ray Alben M. Manaog
In the early times, a fine young lad grew up and became an intelligent leader.
He was reared by his father in the mountainous backcountry of Northern Luzon. He
developed the abilities and prowess of a courageous and stalwart warrior that
everyone in the village always idolized him.
When he reached the right age, he challenged the leader of the other tribe into
a duel. He wanted to settle the longstanding feud between their tribes. Their tribes
were battling over the territorial boundaries. Even so, the leader did not accept the
challenge but Pumbakhayon, his son did, for he was the exact match to Aliguyons’
strength.
And so, the two brave warriors fought the battle they were not expecting. They
used only one spear in the battle when Aliguyon attempted to kill his adversary with
one powerful thrust of spear. He was surprised and realized that Pumbakhayon has
the same level of skills and was adept as he was, when Pumbakhayon caught the
spear and used it by throwing it to Aliguyon with the same might. But Aliguyon caught
it and hurled it again to his opponent.
The battle lasted for three long days with the same battle strategy using one
spear, when finally, they realized that they were battling a senseless duel for they were
equals even though they belong to different tribes. They have decided and agreed to
talk things over. In the end, the duel became a treaty and they respected one another’s
skills and differences. They both realized that it is possible for them to settle their
issues wisely and they became close buddies.
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After the epic battle between the two tribes, they all realized that everyone
deserves to be respected regardless of where they come from or who they are. The
tribes lived harmoniously in the Northern Luzon.
Match the words in column A. with their meaning in column B.
Column A Column B
1. Harmoniously A. combat between two persons
2. Treaty B. extraordinary ability
3. Adversary C. an enemy or opponent
4. Duel D. marked by outstanding strength
5. Stalwart E. quality
6. Prowess F. an agreement
G. in a way that is free from disagreement
1. Where did Aliguyon grow up?

A. In the lowland of Northern Luzon.
B. In the island of Northern Luzon.
C. In the mountainous islands of Luzon.
D. In the mountainous backcountry of Northern Luzon.
2. Why did Aliguyon challenge the leader of the other tribe?

A. To slay Pumbakhayon
B. To own the whole Northern Luzon.
C. To settle the feud between the tribes.
D. To prove that he is the strongest man in the land.
3. What was the feud between the two tribes?

A. They were fighting over a territory.
B. Because of their individual differences.
C. They wanted to conquer the other tribe.
D. Aliguyon and Pumbakhayon were fighting over a girl.
4. What did Aliguyon and Pumbakhayon realize after the three-day battle?
A. They need to outsmart the other.
B. They need to rest and strategize.
C. They were both exhausted and need to drink.
D. The battle was senseless and they need to talk things over.

A. A warrior should fight his exact match.
B. Respect each other’s individual differences.
C. Never underestimate your opponent’s skills.
D. Children should not fight the feud of their ancestors.
6. Why do we need to respect individual differences?
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 8
wants to convey.
THE SUN AND THE MOON

An Adaptation of Filipino Folklore
Ray Alben M. Manaog
Long ago, before humans were able to walk on the surface of the earth, there
was a married couple, the Sun and the Moon. They lived in the sky with their beautiful
children.
One late morning, the Moon was going to cook lunch so she decided to go to
the forest and get some vegetables.
“Honey, please look at our children for a while for I will get some vegetables in
the forest,” said the Moon. The Sun delightfully agreed. “Remember, do not come near
our babies. They might get hurt because of your heat,” warned the Moon.
While the Sun was looking at their children, he was overwhelmed by his
emotion to them. Before realizing what he did, he had already kissed the babies.
When the Moon arrived from the forest, the Sun had already left because he
was terrified of what had happened and of his wife’s anger. The Sun did not come
back for quite some time, but he realized that he has to face his wife’s rage. One day,
when the Moon woke up, the Sun had arrived from his disappearance. They had fought
terribly. The Moon’s face was angrily struck by the Sun with a bag of vegetables.
Because of this the Moon decided to leave the Sun.
This is the reason why, every time you will see the marks on the face of the Moon
on a full night, that is the doing of the Sun. As for the Sun, he is still in pursuit of the
Moon’s forgiveness. As to their babies, you’ll find them twinkling in the sky at night.
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Directions: Identify the words being defined in each item. Choose the answer from
the words in the box.
pursuit terrified rage

overwhelmed disappearance struck
1. The act of following or chasing

2. Hit with one’s hand or a weapon
3. The instance of someone going missing
4. Violent and uncontrolled anger
5. Feeling of extreme fear
1. Where did the Moon and the Sun live?

A. On Earth
B. In the sky
C. In the forest
D. In the galaxy
2. Why did the Moon go to the forest?

A. To get a bag of rice
B. To catch a deer for lunch
C. To gather some vegetables
D. To tend the vegetables in their garden
3. Why did the Moon warn the Sun to stay a little farther away from their babies?
A. Because the Sun might burn their babies
B. Because the Sun might stamp on their babies
C. Because the Sun might play with the babies and hurt them
D. Because the Sun might get frustrated and hurt the babies
4. What happened when the Moon and the Sun fought?

A. The Sun just abandoned the Moon.
B. The Moon just abandoned the Sun.
C. The Moon threw plates to the Sun’s face.
D. The Sun angrily threw vegetables onto the Moon’s face.
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A. Do not let your anger overcome you.
B. Face the consequences of your actions.
C. Parents should not show their affection to their children.
D. Always listen and follow to the reminders of your loved ones.
6. If you were the Sun, would you ran away after killing your babies? Why?
7. If you were the Moon, would you forgive your husband - the Sun? Why?
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 9
wants to convey.
MOTHER’S PORK NILAGA

Yobhel Viktor M. Novio
I was only 12 years old when my mother taught me how to cook Pork Nilaga. I
could still remember what she said to me back then, “Remember Lito, cooking is an
art. You can either do it by heart or don’t do it at all.”
I was not sure what she meant back

then, or what “heart” was she referring to; but
until now I can still remember the look of my
mother’s face that day.
She lined up the ingredients on the

table and started to give me instructions.
“Alright, first you must heat oil in a cooking
pot,” she said as I looked intently to the oil
starting to form in the middle of the pot. It was
just like watching magma from a mouth of a
volcano.
“Then, sauté the oil and add pamienta,” she proceeded. Minutes later she put-
in the pork and added some water. “We should wait until it turns brown,” she continued.
“Why do we have to wait?,” I asked her. “Silly boy! Of course, we have to make
sure that the meat is tender enough to be eaten,” she replied.
While we were waiting, she asked me to help her peel some bananas and
potatoes. She also gave me the task of chopping some cabbages. After several
minutes of waiting, we went back to the cooking pot and put-in the ingredients we had
prepared.
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Steam burst on my face as she uncovered the pot. “It smells great, Mama!” I
exclaimed.
“Here, taste this,” she said giving me a spoonful of soup. She asked me if it
tasted good. I nodded.
“It’s done. Let us put this on the table,” she said.
We did so, and as we approached the dining table, mother called out loud,
“Ma’am Cely, Sir Nathan, dinner is ready!” My mother’s bosses got out of their rooms
and called out their kids.
“Thank you for cooking dinner. Are you done with the laundry?” Cely asked.
“Yes Ma’am,” my mother affirmed. The lady handed her a hundred-peso bill.
We went home that day having enough money to buy a kilo of rice and a piece
of fish for me and my five siblings. At the table, I could see the guilt on my mother’s
face for us not having the privilege of tasting her work of art. She always said, “Kung
may tiyaga, may nilaga.” But back then, I began to believe that that is not always the
case.
Directions: Read the following excerpts from the selection and identify the meaning of
the underlined words.
1. I looked intently to the oil starting to form in the middle of the pot.
A. to look at something with great attention
B. to look at something dismissively
C. to look at flaws on something
D. to look for something important
2. Pour oil in the cooking pot and sauté the onion and add whole pepper corn (in
the cooking pot)
A. to cook in boiling water
B. to cook in hot fat or oil
C. to cook in an oven
D. to roast food in medium heat
3. I could see the guilt on my mother’s face for us not having the privilege of
tasting her work of art.
A. a testimony for a good thing done
B. a serious accusation to a crime
C. a right to have a special favor
D. a certification of good deed
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1. At what place was the story likely set?

A. In the market
B. In a restaurant
C. In a dining room
D. In a kitchen
2. What could be the probable reason why the mother taught his son how to
cook nilaga? Provide an excerpt from the selection that would justify your
answer.
A. To let her son witness how well she cooked
B. To make her son cook for other people in the future
C. To prepare him for life
D. To ease her guilt for not being able to give her son a more decent meal
3. What societal problem does the story likely portray?

A. social inequity
B. poverty
C. corruption
D. discrimination
4. In your opinion, is it just right for the persona to have doubt whether the
meaning of the proverb is true? Justify.
5. Create a particular case or scenario in which the proverb, “Kapag may tiyaga,
may nilaga” holds true.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 10
wants to convey.
UNTITLED DIALOG
TEACHER REY: Helen, can I talk to you for a couple of minutes?

HELEN: Of course, Sir. What is it?
TEACHER REY: Well, I am sure that you have heard what happened to Mary
the other week.
HELEN: Yes, Sir, she suffered an injury in the basketball game in the
Area Sports Week. It is so sad. She was having a good run.
My friends were just talking about it lately and we are hoping
that we can pay her a visit tomorrow.
TEACHER REY: That is exactly why I want to talk to you. I went to their home
to see how she is doing. She just had a therapy three days
ago and she is in the verge of recovery; but she won’t be
able to attend class for approximately three weeks
according to her doctor.
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HELEN: Well, I’m glad she is doing well in spite of what happened;
but since she will be absent for quite a while, she will have
a lot of catching up to do in class.
TEACHER REY: Yes. Because of that, I want to personally ask a favor from
you. I prepared some handouts for her which contains our
lessons for the three weeks on which she will be away. Can
you please hand these documents over in your visit to her?
This is so that it would be easy for Mary to cope with her
absence.
HELEN: Sure, Sir. I will do what you ask. Knowing her, she would
not want to miss anything.
TEACHER REY: Good. Now, please tell her to make sure that she reads the
article about the Philippine Revolution. I will pay her a visit
in case she needs follow up instruction.
HELEN: Okay, Sir. I will tell her that. Is there anything else?
TEACHER REY: Yes. Please tell that I admire the heart that she had shown
in the game. Also, tell her to take time to recover. I am
looking forward to see her well and healthy in her return.
HELEN: Consider it done. What else, po?
TEACHER REY: That is all. Thank you for doing this favor.
HELEN: It is my pleasure, Sir.
1. Since Princess will be absent for three weeks, it would be difficult for her to
catch up with the lesson.
A. to pull something in an upward motion
B. to do a task that should have been done earlier
C. to move an object in a considerable amount of time
D. to study a subject with a great amount of attention or focus
2. Can you please hand these documents over in your visit to her? This is so that
it would be easy for her to cope with her absence.
A. to put something in a container
B. to do a task with the help of someone
C. to deal successfully with a difficult situation
D. to do a task with much ease and confidence
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3. Tell her to take time to recover. I am looking forward to see her well and healthy
in her return.
A. to require a considerable amount of time
B. to look for a person’s availability
C. to steal a person’s watch
D. to do things slowly
1. Based on the details of the dialog, where did the conversation take place?
A. At school
B. At Helen’s house
C. At princess’ house
D. At a basketball court
2. What favor did Teacher Rey ask Helen to do?

A. to visit Princess in their home
B. to tell Princess that he felt sorry for the injury
C. to ask Princess if they had won the game in the Sports Meet
D. to give Princess handouts for the lessons she would likely miss
3. Based on the details of the dialog, what subject is Teacher Rey probably
teaching?
A. Values Education
B. Science
C. Araling Panlipunan
D. Mathematics
4. What emotion or feeling is evident based on the statements said by the
teacher in the dialog?
A. Sympathy
B. Confusion
C. Guilt
D. Pride
5. Which among the following could be the most appropriate title for the dialog?
A. A Basketball Game
B. A Devastating Injury
C. A Good Friend
D. A Small Favor
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 11
wants to convey.
DEBT OF GRATITUDE
1. 1Fora typical Filipino, there is probably nothing more hurtful than being said to
have no “utang na loob”. 2 This is a usual response, because in the Filipino
psyche, there is a deep sense of sanctity in this cultural trait.
2. 1“Utang na loob,” which translates as “debt of gratitude,” means an obligation

to repay a person for a favor one has done. 2 However, unlike an “utang” or,
“debt” this value has a deep personal meaning. 3 It is immaterial in nature and
is unpayable. 4 For example, we can never materially repay our parents for
having us born and giving us every means to survive. 5 Our lives, therefore, is
our “utang na loob” to them. 6 In similar sense, a doctor who saves a person’s
life without taking any monetary gains can never be repaid for his charity.
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3. 1 “Utang na loob” exhibits the Filipinos concept of kindness. 2 It shows that we
take honor in showing a deep sense of gratitude to people who had done good
things to us. 3 To illustrate, we take it as an obligation to take care of our parents
when they get old as a sense of giving the favor back. 4 It is the same as helping
a friend in his needs when you are financially capable.
4. 1 However, taking the term in another perspective, “utang na loob” could also
inhibit vices rather than virtues. 2 There are instances in which this Filipino value
is being abused and is being taken advantage of. 3 Some voters in election
times, for examples, tend to sell their votes because a politician gave them
money. 4 In similar sense, there are still people who are willing to cover up illegal
activities because of people who had owed them favors.
5. 1 “Utangna loob” certainly is enshrined in the depth of the Filipino soul. 2 But we
must be wise enough to discern if this sort of value is used for the common
good or not, for our sense of dignity is on the line.
1. “Utang na Loob rests not only in the Filipino way of thinking. It is in the
innermost part of his/ her psyche.
A. internal organs
B. heart
C. mind
D. body
2. “Utang na Loob” means an obligation of a person to repay a goodness that
was done to him.
A. The condition of being bound to do something
B. The refusal of choosing to act upon a situation
C. The act of admitting a bad habit
D. The act of acting innocent
3. We must be wise enough to discern if our debts of gratitude lead to good or
evil.
A. to listen to the advice of someone
B. to choose something without thinking
C. to think of something as weird or unusual
D. to distinguish two things with understanding
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1. According to paragraph 2 of the selection, how is “utang na loob” often

translated?
A. Debt of sanctity
B. Debt of charity
C. Debt of gratitude
D. Debt of fortitude
2. According to the paragraph 2 of the selection, what makes “utang na loob”

different from an ordinary debt?
A. “Utang na loob” is freely given to anyone.
B. “Utang na loob” is only for family members.
C. “Utang na loob” is only given to one person.
D. “Utang na loob” can never be materially repaid.
3. What do sentences 4, 5, and 6 of paragraph 2 imply about the topic?

A. The sentences illustrate examples on the nature of “utang na loob.”
B. The sentences show comparison of the virtue to other cultural traits.
C. The sentences discuss the effects of having “utang na loob.”
D. The sentences define what “utang na loob” means.
4. What does the author want to emphasize in paragraphs 3 and 4?

A. The paragraphs show an anecdote on having “utang na loob.”
B. The paragraphs express the different ways of earning “utang na loob.”
C. The paragraphs weigh the good and bad truths of the said Filipino value.
D. The paragraphs illustrate other virtues and vices that are embodied in
Filipino culture.
5. In your opinion, is “utang na loob” a bad Filipino value or not? Justify your
answer.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 12
wants to convey.
THE FILIPINO LOVE FOR BASKETBALL

1. 1 Over the past three weeks, “The Last Dance” became one of the top most
viewed series in the country through the online streaming platform, Netflix. 2 It
is a 10-part documentary about Michael Jordan and the 1998 Chicago Bulls on
winning their sixth and final NBA Championship. 3 This highlights the team’s
struggle in maintaining the reign in basketball’s grandest stage.
2. 1 The show’s rating proves the Filipinos’ innate love for basketball. 2 In fact, it is
nearly impossible to define the Filipino’s way of life and social consciousness
without it. 3 True to say, basketball makes up a part of the nation’s cultural fiber.
3. 1 Basketball is the Filipino’s favorite past time, in similar sense that baseball is
for the United States. 2 There is no barangay or city in the Philippines which
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does not have a basketball court. 3 Also, there is no barangay in the country
that has never initiated summer leagues. 4 To add, even townsfolk in the
remotest areas where government infrastructure projects could hardly reach
would still make sure that they can still play the game. 5 Here, players show
their architectural ingenuity by making improvised rings made up of poles,
plywood, and steel wires.
4. 1Every Filipino has a basketball story of his or her own, whether he or she be
a player, a fan, or a pass-by observer. 2 The sport continues to become the sole
major attraction in sports events. 3 In the Palarong Pambasa, for example, it is
hard to imagine a tournament with empty seats. 4 In fact, there was once a time
when the Philippine population was classified to be Purefoods or Ginebra.
5. 1 But if one may ask, what does Filipino’s love for basketball show? 2 Well, it
reflects the Filipino’s competitive spirit and persistence. 3 Over the past
decades, Philippine basketball has not been in a satisfying rank in the world
stage, but still the national team strives to become better in the sport despite
facing numerous defeats.
6. 1This further proves that Filipino’s love for basketball will never have a “last
dance”.
1. “Even remotest areas where most infrastructure projects reach has a basketball
court.
A. closest
B. smallest
C. biggest
D. farthest
2. “Basketball is still the greatest attraction among other games in sporting

events.”
A. an event with no participant
B. an event with many players and coaches
C. an event which draws attention or interest
D. an event where people gather just to have a pass time
3. The national team’s desire to become better despite losing shows their
persistence.
A. The act of doing something despite difficulty
B. The act of giving up something for something better
C. The act of wanting something that is impossible to get
D. The act of doing things unwilfully but having no other choice
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1. What was the first example given by the author which reflects Filipino’s love for
basketball?
A. The rating of “The Last Dance” in Netflix
B. The rivalry between Ginebra and Purefoods
C. The fact that every barangay has a basketball court
D. The fact that the Philippines still competes in world tournaments
2. What does the second paragraph of the selection imply?

A. It points out the advantages of loving basketball
B. It suggests that basketball reflects the Filipino’s colonial past
C. It points out Filipinos regard basketball as a part of their culture.
D. It points out the historical timeline how Filipinos have learned to love
basketball.
3. What does the author want to emphasize in paragraph 3, sentence 5?

A. Summer leagues are events worth watching.
B. Basketball in the Philippines is like baseball in the US.
C. Every barangay should have its own basketball tournament
D. Love for basketball motivates some Filipinos to hone their creativity.
4. In three to five sentences, recall and narrate a personal encounter which proves
or disproves the author’s claim that basketball is a major attraction in sports
events.
5. In your opinion, do you think the Philippines should still put a lot of effort in
competing for international basketball games despite constantly losing? Justify.
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 13
wants to convey.
FIRST TIME IN THE CITY

Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo
Dit-Ag grew up in Marayo, an indigent barangay found in an upland in the

southern part of Oriental Mindoro. He belonged to a tribe which food, clothing and
ways of living were different from the lowland settlers. Since the nearest secondary
school to his barangay was situated about three kilometers afar, most children of his
age stopped studying in elementary and were left with no choice other than working in
the field, or worse, engaging in early marriage. Being a distant place, his village had
no means of modern transportation.
This thirteen-year old boy was naturally interested about learning different
things. He spoke to his father who was a village chief. “Father, I want to be a learned
man someday,” the boy said. “I want to finish my studies”, he continued. Luckily, a
wealthy benefactor from the city who once visited their village became his father’s
friend. Generous enough, he invited Dit-Ag to come with him in the city and his father
agreed with it.
It was his first time to ride an air-conditioned car. “The cold air coming out from
those small holes felt good, but the fresh air from the tall trees was much better,” he
whispered. When they arrived at the city, they headed to a gigantic food hive where
he saw a human-size bee wearing red and black striped shirt while the long lashes
around its big blinking eyes moved up and down. The rich man fed him with coated
chicken. Suddenly, he remembered the boiled chicken with papaya fruit and sili leaves
that his mother loved to cook at home. He noticed that people in the city rarely enjoyed
talking with one another because they kept their eyes and fingers focused on a
rectangular object, unlike his neighbors who would share a lot of stories till sundown.
He started school and he learned so many things. He studied arithmetic

diligently. This would help many of their elders in the village who were often fooled
whenever they sold crops during tiangge because they lack knowledge on numbers.
He witnessed how the people’s ways of living in his small barangay differed from this
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highly-developed city. While his classmates preferred going to the mall, he missed
playing and running around his kubo. He never understood why people in the city
spend a lot in buying food, groceries and other stuff than planting kamote and other
root crops which he loved to do. His stay in the city taught him to wear fashionable
shirts and jeans, but he never let go of his hand-woven bracelets and necklaces made
of beads, though most girls frowned when they saw them. Yes, he dreamed of living
in the city but he really missed home.
Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Use the clues in the sentences to identify
the meaning of the underlined word. Choose the letter only.
1. The people living in the indigent barangay received cash assistance and food
reliefs to ease their hunger.
A. suffering extreme poverty C. nearby city
B. situated afar D. experiencing disasters
2. Studying arithmetic means knowing the processes of addition, subtraction,

multiplication and division.
A. History C. Language
B. Mathematics D. Music and Arts
3. The store owner in the city, being the benefactor of the children who wanted to
go the school, bought them new books.
A. someone rich C. someone who lives in the city
B. a businessman D. someone who helps people
1. Where could you find the barangay where Dit-Ag grew up?
2. Why did Dit-Ag want to go to the city?
3. Why did he focus his interest in studying arithmetic?
4. If you were Dit-Ag, would you go to the City too? Why? Why not?
5. How do the ways of life/living in the city and in the village of Dit-ag differ?
6. Did studying and living in the city change Dit-Ag’s thoughts, feelings and
manners? Justify your answer. (Evaluate)
7. As a member of your community, how can you help preserve your identity
without sacrificing your self-improvement? (Create).
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Let’s Read
PASSAGE 14
wants to convey.
THE FOUR BINIBINIS AND THE GIANT

Krishna Bernadette J. Castillo
In the southern part of the enormous island of Luzon lied four beautiful and
bountiful islands. The four islands were home to diverse and unique species of flora
and fauna. Different fruit-bearing trees grew abundantly in the islands that no one
would ever go hungry. The bodies of water surrounding the islands were crystal clear
and were teeming with fish and other edible aquatic animals. Each of the islands was
nurtured and guarded by a lovely and kindhearted Binibini.
The first Binibini was Juling who looked after the island of Romblon. Buried in
her island were precious rocks called marble. The second Binibini was Ging-Ging who
took care the island of Palawan where she loved to grow cashew seeds. The third
Binibini was Alina who was very joyful and was fond of celebrating festival. Every year,
she held Moriones festival in her island called Marinduque. The fourth Binibini was
Karing, the protector of the island of Mindoro. Karing had a green thumb which made
her grow thousands of banana trees.
For several years, the four islands had never encountered any problem. The
four binibinis had established a strong bond of friendship. Until one day, there came a
raging giant. The giant destroyed everything he saw. No one could calm him. The four
binibinis were really bothered and they thought of a solution to banish the giant from
their islands. At last, they came up with an amazing idea.
Binibinis Ging-Ging and Karing hurriedly went to their farm and harvested
cashew seeds and bananas. Ging-Ging roasted the cashew seeds and mixed them
with some salt and chili while Karing made crispy banana chips. Binibini Juling carved
a miniature of the giant out of a marble while Binibini Alina wore her festival costume,
painted mask and helmet.
One afternoon, the four Binibinis invited the giant for a simple merienda and the
giant agreed to it. Ging-Ging and Karing served him with cashew nuts and banana
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chips. Juling gave him a marble-made miniature of himself. The giant felt very
delighted. It’s time for Binibini Alina to surprise the giant. When the giant saw the
painted mask of Alina, he got scared, screamed and ran away. From that time, they
had never seen the giant again and the four binibinis dutifully served as the guardians
of the four islands of Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan.
Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Use the clues in the sentences to identify
the meaning of the underlined word. Choose the letter only.
1. The house I saw was as enormous as a palace.
A. big in size C. made of stones
B. has many doors D. not so big
2. The zoo keeps diverse kinds of animals.

A. big and small in size C. similar
B. different D. groups
3. All the fruits sold in the market are edible and nutritious.
A. expensive B. cheap C. poisonous D. eatable
4. The noisy children were banished away from the prayer room.
A. kicked out B. reprimanded C. invited D. accepted
5. Our Araling Panlipunan teacher showed us a globe, a miniature model of the

world.
A. duplicate copy C. copier machine
B. Xerox copy D. copy on a much smaller size
1. What were the four islands found in the Southern part of Luzon?
2. Who were the four Binibinis mentioned in the story? Describe each of them
based on their characteristics.
3. Why did the four Binibinis feel bothered one day?
4. How did the four Binibinis defeat the giant?
6. If you were one of the Binibinis, which island would you choose to take care of?
Why?
7. What/Who are the real-life giants that destroy your own town or province?
8. What do you think would happen to your town or province if those real-life giants
would not be banished?
9. If you would become a leader someday just like the four Binibinis, what
plan/program would you propose to banish those who destroy your town or
province without hurting anyone?
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Key to Correction
Passage 1: The Blue Blood and The Harelip Servant

1. YES
2. NO
3. NO
4. NO
5. YES
1. D
2. A
3. B
4. He felt sad because he wanted himself to be married to his master, if not only
of their opposite status in life.
5. The last line mean that because he is a servant, he can never marry her
master. However, marriage should be made because of love not wealth nor
status in life.
Passage 2: Aganhon’s Broken Heart

1. D
2. A
3. B
4. E
5. F
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. D
Passage 3: The Arrogant Couple

1. E
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. D
1. D
2. A
3. D
4. B
5. We should treat people around us with respect however they look.
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Passage 4: The Greed of Sadaya
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. A
5. A
1. B
2. B
3. A
4. D
5. C
Passage 5: The Spoiled Little Piña

1. B
2. A
3. E
4. C
5. D
1. C
2. C
3. D
4. No, because it is her fault why her daughter became lazy and irresponsible.
She should have taught her daughter the household chores most especially
cooking.
(The answer may also depend on the students’ point of view.)
5. I will cook for her and take good care of her for she is my mother. This is one
of the ways of repaying her love and kindness to me.
Passage 6: Bathala the Creator

1. Orphan
2. Wandering
3. Rivaling
4. Bury
5. Husk
6. A
7. D
8. A
9. B
2. B
Passage 7: Respect is Stronger Than Strength

1. G
2. F
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3. C
4. A
5. D
6. B
1. D
2. C
3. B
4. D
5. B
6. Answers may vary
Passage 8: The Sun and the Moon

1. pursuit
2. struck
3. disappearance
4. rage
5. terrified
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. D
5. D
(6-7) Answers depend on the opinion / point of view of the students.
Passage 9: Mother’s Pork Nilaga

1. A
2. B
3. C
1. D
2. A
3. B
4. Possible main idea of an answer: The persona should not have doubted the
proverb because not everyone has the same experience
5. Answers may vary according to the learner’s experience
Passage 10:
1. B
2. C
3. A
1. A
2. D
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3. C
4. A
5. D
Passage 11: The Filipino Love for Basketball

1. D
2. C
3. A
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. (The answer may vary to the learner’s personal experience.)
5. (Possible thesis statement of an answer: It is not worth putting effort to)
Passage 12: Debt of Gratitude

1. C
2. A
3. D
1. C
2. D
3. A
4. C
5. (Possible main idea of an answer: It is clearly a bad habit because it abuses
our perception of kindness.)
Passage 13: First Time in the City

1. A
2. B
3. D
1. Southern part of Oriental Mindoro
2. Dit-Ag wanted to study.
3. He wanted to help his elders who were fooled because they couldn’t count
money.
4. Yes, because in the city I could continue my studies and become a learned
man.
5. The city had a lot of air-conditioned transportation. It had places like Jollibee
where one could eat. The people didn’t talk, instead they used cellphones.
They spent their money on buying instead of planting fruits and veggies. The
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children went to the mall and wore fashionable clothes. On the other hand, in
the place where Dit-Ag grew had no means of modern transportation. They
ate home-cooked food. His neighbors talked and exchanged stories. They
planted crops instead of buying them. The children played and ran. They had
their own taste of fashion.
6. Yes, studying and living in the city made him a learned man, but, he had
never forgotten where he came from including its manners and tradition.
7. I could preserve my cultural identity without sacrificing my self-improvement
by being educated. With education, I would know how to protect our beliefs
and traditions against abusive people. If there were unpleasant and unhealthy
practices in our community, I could help correct or improve them with my
knowledge.
Passage 14: The Four Binibinis and the Giant

1. A
2. B
3. D
4. A
5. D
1. The four islands in the Southern part of Mindoro were Romblon, Palawan,
Marinduque and Mindoro.
2. The four Binibinis mentioned in the story were Juling, Ging-Ging, Alina and
Karing. Juling lived in Romblon which was rich in marbles. Ging-Ging grew
cashew seeds in Palawan. Karing planted banana trees in Mindoro and Alina
celebrated Moriones in Marinduque.
3. The four Binibini were bothered because one day there came an angry giant
who destroyed everything he saw in the four islands.
4. The four Binibini defeated the giant by scaring him with painted mask.
5. If I would become one of the Binibini, I would take care the island of Mindoro
because it was my home province.
6. The real-life giants that destroy my town or province are the illegal miners,
illegal loggers, drug pushers and correct government officials.
7. There would be crimes and poverty if those real-life giants would not be
banished.
8. I would create a team of secret agents who would investigate the illegal
doings in our town or province. When proven guilty, they would be deported to
an isolated island where they would get their punishment.
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References
Blue Blood of the Big Astana, Ibrahim Jubaira

Toledo, J.M et. Al (2006). Linking the World Through English I 2nd Edition. Makati
City, Philippines: DIWA Scholastic Press Inc. (Pp 61-68)
Aganhon the Beautiful

From Why the Mango Fruit is shaped like a Heart by F. Landa Jocano
Cruz, N.S. (1993). Why the Piña Has a Hundred Eyes and Other Classical Philippine
Folk Tales About Fruits. Makati City, Philippines: Ilaw ng Tahanan Publishing,
Inc.(Pp.44-48)
How Butterflies Came To Be

From Origins of Butterfly by Damiana Eugenio
Toledo, J.M et. Al (2006).Linking the World Through English I 2nd Edition. Makati
City, Philippines: DIWA Scholastic Press Inc. (Pp. 173-175)
Why the Sea is Salty

Myths: Philippine Folk Literature
Toledo, J.M et. al (2006).Linking the World Through English I 2nd Edition. Makati
City, Philippines: DIWA Scholastic Press Inc.(Pp. 255 - 257)
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Passage 1: The Blue Blood and the Harelip Servant

Passage 2: Aganhon’s Broken Heart

Passage 3: The Arrogant Couple

Passage 4: The Greed of Sadaya

Passage 5: The Spoiled Little Piña

Passage 6: The Story of Bathala ……………………… 15

Passage 7: Respect is Stronger Than Strength

Passage 8: The Sun and the Moon

Passage 9: Mother’s Pork Nilaga ……………………… 23

Passage 10: Untitled Dialog ……………………… 26

Passage 12: The Filipino Love for Basketball ……………………… 32

Passage 13: First Time in the City ……………………… 35

Passage 14: The Four Binibinis and the Giant ……………………… 37

THE BLUE BLOOD AND THE HARELIP SERVANT

Then, things turned upside down. The husband of Dayang-Dayang became

2. What happened to Dayang-Dayang when she got married?

AGANHON’S BROKEN HEART

Directions: Match the words in column A to their meaning in column B.

1. What is the purpose of the author?

2. Why did Daegdog choose Maeopig to marry his daughter?

3. Why did Aganhon refuse to get married?

4. How did Aganhon die?

THE ARROGANT COUPLE

Match the definition in column A to the word being defined in column B.

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. What do people see around the house at night?

2. How do you describe the house at night?

3. What did the young couple do to the old woman?

4. Why did the couple turn into butterflies?

THE GREED OF SADAYA

Hearing Sadaya’s condition made Mara-sa-Tubig hopeful. He asked for his

In a flash, Marag-sa-Tubig went to the monsoon-god, Habagat. Without wasting

Unfortunately, while Marag-sa-Tubig was talking to Habagat, the beautiful

2. Don’t expect me to sympathize with a lazy man like you.

4. He devours everything he touches when he is drunk.

5. Don’t give up in despair. There is hope as long as you live.

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. What is the personality of Sadaya?

2. What made her very wealthy?

4. Why did the Habagat continue to devour the sea?

THE SPOILED LITTLE PIÑA

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer.

1. How would you describe Piña as a daughter?

2. What did Piña’s mother do after losing her temper?

3. Why did the mother curse Piña?

(for items no. 4&5 answers may vary)

BATHALA THE CREATOR

Forbids Rivaling Husking