Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region X – Northern Mindanao
Schools Division of Tangub City
Bintana Integrated School
Bintana, Tangub City

Name:_________________________________________________________ Score: ________________________

General Directions: Read the given questions and write the letter of your choice on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. What is the best definition of literature?

A. Literature covers both oral and written forms of works for expressive and imaginative purposes.
B. Literature is limited to written materials that gain artistic merit for human expression.
C. Literature is written solely to inform and persuade.
D. Literature is anything written and published.

2. Which genre of literature observes sounds and rhythms for aesthetic purpose in expressing one's
feelings, ideas, and beliefs?
A. Fiction B. Non-fiction C. Prose D. Poetry

3. In which type of literature do legends, folktales, short stories, and any novels belong?
A. Art B. Fiction C. Non-fiction D. Poetry

4. Which literary form refers to verses that depict extraordinary strength, adventure, and heroism?
A. Epic B. Fairy tale C. Legend D. Myth

5. What element of story is depicted in this given statement: "The King is very ill and his sons rival each
other in catching a bird"?
A. Character B. Conflict C. Setting D. Theme

6. What is called as the turning point in a story?

A. Climax B. Denouement C. Exposition D. Plot

7. What element of plot is depicted in this given statement: "Everything changed when she showed
unparalleled strength and courage."?
A. Climax B. Falling action C. Resolution or denouement D. Rising action

8. The famous work written by Dr. Jose P. Rizal entitled "El Filibusterismo" reflects the daily experiences
and struggles of our Filipinos during his time. In
which genre does it belong?
A. Drama B. Non-fiction prose C. Poetry D. Prose fiction

9. What is most likely the theme of literary text during early Spanish period?
A. Equality
B. Nationalism
C. Nature
D. Religion and morality

10.Which period in the history of Philippine literature did the Spanish, American, and Japanese come to
our country?
A. Colonial Period
B. Period of Apprenticeship
C. Post-colonial Period
D. Pre-colonial Period
11. What does refer to the old system of writing that existed during the pre-colonial period?
A. Alibaba B. Ancient Transcript C. Baybayin D. Orik

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12. What spiritual tradition is dominant among early Filipinos?

A. Aminism B. Buddhism C. Christianity D. Islam

13. Which form of literature does NOT exist during the pre-colonial period?
A. Drama B. Myth C. Riddle D. Song

14. What type of pre-colonial literature is this: “ Ang taong hindi marunong lumingon sa pinanggalingan,
kailanma’y hindi makararating sa paroroonan”?
A. Kasabihan B. Kawikaan C. Salawikain D. Sawikain

15. Which among the ancient literary titles is an example of myth?

A. Biag ni Lam-ang
B. Ibalon
C. The Cycle of the Sun and the Moon
D. The Prowess of Aliguyon

16. Which religion does NOT exist during the pre-colonial period?
A. Buddhism B. Catholicism C. Hinduism D. Protestantism

17. Which type of pre-colonial literature is still prevalent today?

A. Chant B. Essay C. Kundiman D. Proverbs

18. Which literary theme is often present in pre-colonial literature?

A. Christian faith B. Nature C. Oppression D. Revolution

19. What discusses occurrence on the earth and how things on earth were created?
A. Epic B. Fable C. Legend D. Myth

20. Which is true about pre-colonial literature?

A. It is low quality.
B. It is mostly about daily experience.
C. It no longer exist in the 21st century.
D. It consists of both oral and written forms.

21. . Even before his death, Rizal affirmed his place in literary history by succinctly and expertly putting
into words his acceptance of death in the land he so loved
in his last poem. What was the original title of the poem “My Last Farewell.”?
A. Adios Patria Adorada B. Mi Amore Adios C. Mi Ultimo Adios D. Salve Patria Adios

22. Which underground paper was used by the revolutionists as their mouthpiece
of reform during the revolutionary period?
A. Diaryong Tagalog
B. Doctrina Cristiana
C. La Solidaridad
D. The Decalogue

23. The short story "Dead Stars" written by Paz Marquez Benitez is considered as
the first Filipino modern short story in English. In which period was it written?
A. American Period B. Contemporary Period C. Spanish Period D. 21st Century
24. Which type of literature flourished during the Japanese period?
A. Essay B. Novel C. Poem D. Short story

25. What is the title of the first book printed in the Philippines?

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A. Doctrina Cristiana B. Ninay C. Noli Me Tangere D. Urbana at Felisa

26. Which best describes the literary works during the early Spanish Period?
A. Bulgar and sarcastic B. Informal and imitative
C. Nationalistic D. Religious and secular

27. Which best describes the literary works during the early American Period?
A. Bulgar and sarcastic B. Imitative
C. Nationalistic D. Religious or secular

28. Which new form of literature first flourished during the Spanish period?
A. Diary B. Drama C. Essay D. Riddles

29. What is regarded as the most famous metrical romance in the Philippines?
A. Biag ni Lam-ang B. Florante at Laura
C. Ibong Adarna D. Noli Me Tangere

30.What was the most prevalent form of literature during the American and Japanese period?
A. Essay B. Novel C. Poem D. Short story

31. Which term is also associated with the post-colonial period?

A. Apprenticeship period B. Contemporary period
C. Emergence period D. Revolutionary period

32. Who assumed the presidency after the death of Manuel Quezon during the post-colonial period?
A. Diosdado Macapagal B. Ferdinand Marcos
C. Manuel Roxas D. Sergio Osmeña Sr.

33. What term associated with Martial Law did Marcos use in stabilizing the chaotic condition of the
Philippines?
A. Edsa Revolution Movement B. New Society Movement
C. Peaceful Reform Movement D. Social Reform Movement

34. What refers to the prestigious award given to gifted Filipino writers and their outstanding literary
works and is considered as the counterpart of Pulitzer Prize in the United States?
A. Gawad Urian Awards B. National Artists of the Philippines
C. Palanca Awards D. Premio Zobel

35. Who among the authors does NOT belong to the post-colonial period?
A. Jose Dalisay, Jr. B. Jose Garcia Villa C. Nick Joaquin D. Pedro Paterno

36. What is the modern counterpart of Balagtasan?

A. Blogs B. Fliptop C. Text Tula D. Spoken Words

37. Which website contains short articles known as posts?

A. Blog B. Internet C. Social Media D. The Web

38. In which period in history was the short poetry Tanaga first emerged?
A. American Period B. Japanese Period C. Pre-colonial Period D. Spanish Period

39. What greatly influenced the 21st century literary forms?

A. Books B. Culture C. Science D. Technology

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Department of Education
Region X – Northern Mindanao
Schools Division of Tangub City
Bintana Integrated School
Bintana, Tangub City

40. Which 21st century literary genre addresses issues concerning woman that is often depicted in
humorous or lighthearted manner?
A. Chick Lit B. Flash Fiction C. Hyperpoetry D. Text Tula

41. What does the term "Canonical Author" mean?

A. Authors mainly concern about the topic "war" B. Highly respected literary authors
C. Authors who are not recognized D. Writers during colonial period

42. How many regions are there in the Philippines?

A. 7 regions B. 10 regions C. 14 regions D. 17 regions

43. Who are Lumads and Moros?

A. They are both indigenous groups of people living in Mindanao.
B. They are both groups of foreign people living in Mindanao.
C. They are both newly discovered clans living in Mindanao.
D. They are both native people living in Visayas.

44. Which do greatly contribute to the conflict in Mindanao?

A. Government and international affair B. Economics, politics, and religion
C. Colonization and industrialization D. Cultural conflicts and military
policies

45. What is the most prevalent literature in Visayas?

A. Drama B. Non-fiction C. Novels D. Poetry

46. What is the highest recognition bestowed to any Filipino who has a significant contribution towards
the development of culture and arts?
A. Filipino Writer for Literature Awards B. National Artists Awardees
C. Recognition for Filipino Writers D. The Order for National Artists

47. Who has the power to proclaim the rank and title for the National Artists?
A. Chairman for the NCC B. Mayor of a locality
C. President of the Philippines D. Senator

48. Who is the national artist known for historical literature?

A. Carlos Quirino B. Carlos P. Romulo C. Cirilo F. Bautista D. Sionil Jose

49. Who is the only National Artist who did not use either Tagalog or English language for he has been
known as the longest reigning king of Hiligaynon novels?
A. Jose Garcia Villa B. Ramon L. Muzones C. Resil B. Mojares D. Virgilio Almario
50.Who coined the CCP’S motto “KATOTOHANAN, KABUTIHAN, AT KAGANDAHAN”?
A. Benigno Aquino Jr. B. Fidel Valdez Ramos
C. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo D. Imelda Marcos

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