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GRADE 8
2ND QUARTER PERIODICAL EXAMINATION
S.Y. 2023 – 2024

MUSIC

1. It is called as Chinese mouth organ and looks like a set of panpipes with 12 to 36 bamboo
pipes. Each pipe is of different length with a brass reed at the bottom and a hole that must be
blocked in order for the note to sound.
A. Erhu C. Pipa
B. Pengling D. Sheng

2. The literally "dragon flute" and is a Japanese transverse fue made of bamboo. It is used in
gagaku.
A. Hichiriki C. Shinobue
B. Ryūteki D. Sho

3. A moon-shaded lute with shorter neck and four strings, played with a spectrum, used for
accompanying local operas.
A. Pengling C. Sheng
B. Pipa D. Yueqin

4. It is made of bamboo. Its large reed and cylindrical bore gives it a sound mellower than that of
many other types of oboe.
A. Chang-go C. Kayagum
B. Geomungo D. Piri

5. It is called as takebue in the context of Japanese traditional arts and it is a Japanese transverse
flute or fue that has a high-pitched sound.
A. Hichiriki C. Shinobue
B. Shakuhachi D. Sho

6. A big drum that produced a physical energy and sheer excitement for the performance in an
integral part of many Japanese matsuri festivals.
A. Odaeiko C. Tsuridaeiko
B. Odaiko D. Tsuridaiko

7. Is a Japanese drum that comes in various sizes and is used to play a variety of musical genres.
A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko
B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

8. A four string lute with 30 fret and a pear-shaped body. This instrument has a extremely wide
dynamic range and remarkable expressive power.
A. Erhu C. Sheng
B. Pipa D. Yunluo

9. A large hanging barrel drum.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko
B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi
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10. Literally “cloud gongs” or “cloud of gongs,” is a set of ten small tuned gongs mounted ina
wooden frame.
A. Erhu C. Pipa
B. Pengling D. Yunluo

11. The most famous flute made from bamboo. It has 4 or 5 finger holes on the front face and a
thumbhole on the rear face.
A. Nokan C. Shinobue
B. Shakuhachi D. Ryūteki

12. Musicians must show this spiritual self-mastery in their performance and composure. What
country traditionally function with this kind of technique.
A. China C. Korea
B. Japan D. Taiwan

13. Music has a rich vocal tradition, and diverse instruments and music forms.
A. China C. Korea
B. Japan D. Taiwan

14. Two-string vertical fiddle, it has a rod like neck, a hollow wooden sound box, two silk
strings, and is held vertically on the knee of the performer and played with a bow.
A. Chang-go C. Haegum
B. Geomungo D. Kayagum

15. Literally right or correct music, which were cultivated mainly by the upper-class literature of
the Joseon society.
A. A-ak C. Hyang-ak
B. Chong-ak D. Tang-ak

16. Traditional vocal music of Korea, which is NOT parts of the group?
A. A-ak C. Minyo-ak
B. Hyang-ak D. Tang-ak

17. A kind of music presented to audiences by skilled vocal singers and drummers.
A. A-ak C. Pansori
B. Chong-ak D. Sog-ak

18. Is a plucked stringed instrument. Its construction follows a model similar to that of a guitar or
a banjo, employing a neck, and strings stretched across a resonating body.
A. Biwa C. Shamisen
B. Koto D. Tsuzumi
19. Is a traditional Korean zither-like string instrument, with 12 strings, although more recently
variants have been constructed with 21 or more numbers of strings.
A. Geomungo C. Kayagum
B. Haegum D. Piri

20. A ancient Chinese instrument that has an arched surface and an elongated-trapezoid with 13
to 21 strings stretched over individual bridges.
A. Dizi C. Yunluo
B. Sheng D. Zheng
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21. Six-string plucked zither is a traditional Korean stringed musical instrument of the zither
family of instruments with both bridges and frets. It refers to the color and translates to "black
crane zither".
A. Chang-go C. Kayagum
B. Geomungo D. Piri

22. Is a Japanese free reed musical instrument that was introduced from China during the Nara
period.
A. Nokan C. Shinobue
B. Shakuhachi D. Sho

23. These are two small bells made of high-tin bronze, without internal clappers, and
hemispheric or bottomless gourd-like in shape.
A. Pengling C. Yuoqin
B. Pipa D. Zheng

24. A large hanging barrel drum.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko
B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

25. It is available in most kinds, and consists of an hourglass-shaped body with two heads made
from animal skin.
A. Chang-go C. Haegum
B. Geomungo D. Kayagum

ARTS

1. It is known as the Chinese ancient writing symbols that are engraved on the shoulder bones of
large animals and on tortoise shells.
A. Calligraphy C. Mesographs
B. Logographs D. Polygraphs

2. What is the meaning of the Chinese symbol that is found in the roof of the Chinese houses?
A. To protect them from evil spirit
B. Symbol of loyalty to the country
C. Representing that the family living the house are wealthy
D. Believe that it will protect them from the elements of water, wind and fire

3. What bright and vibrant colors is portrayed by the performers of Korean theater in order to
help the character establish the age and race?
A. Dark Face Mask C. Black, Red and White
B. Half Red and Half White D. Yellow, White and Red

4. Which is not part of the subject painting in China?

A. Anime C. Bamboos and Stones
B. Landscapes D. Palaces and Temples

5. Which is not part of the Six Principles of Chinese Painting?

A. Use colors correctly
B. Use brush in calligraphy
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C. Don’t live to tradition by copying the master’s artwork.

D. Copy the correct proportion of the objects and nature.

6. Who established the Six Principles of Chinese Painting, he is a writer, art historian and critic
in 5th century China.
A. Xei He C. Xei She
B. Xie He D. Xie She

7. Chinese beautiful handwriting.

A. Calligraphy C. Logographs
B. Gomongo D. Chinese Alphabets

8. Which doesn’t belong in the theme of Chinese Paintings?

A. Human Figure C. Animals and Environment
B. Palaces and Temples D. Emotions and Aspirations

9. Chinese architecture which is more economical for common people.

A. Inclined C. Multi-inclined
B. Sweeping D. Straight inclined

10. Which of the following is NOT a country in East Asia?

A. China C. Korea
B. Japan D. Thailand

11. This theater performance is done with the representations of different colors in accordance
with the performing characters’ personality and historical assessment. The hero type characters
are normally painted in relatively simple colors, whereas enemies, bandits, rebels and others
have more complicated designs on their faces. What theater performance is being described?
A. Kabuki C. Peking Opera
B. Noh D. Tal

12. Kabuki Theater is originated in which country?

A. China C. Thailand
B. Japan D. Singapore

13. Has curves that rise at the corners of the roof. These are usually reserved for temples and
palaces although it may also be found in the homes of the wealthy.
A. Inclined C. Multi-inclined
B. Sweeping D. Straight inclined

14. Which is one of the Six Principles of Chinese Painting?

A. Use dark color in all motifs
B. Don’t use brush in calligraphy
C. Leave spaces for the eyes to rest
D. Observe tone and languages of Landscapes

15. Roofs with two or more sections of incline. These roofs are used for residences of wealthy
Chinese.
A. Inclined C. Multi-inclined
B. Sweeping D. Straight inclined
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16. What is the meaning of the Guan Ju face make up of Chine?

A. Devotion, Ambition, Rude C. Loyalty, Kind, Sweet
B. Devotion, Courage, Bravery D. Righteous, loyalty, Brave

17. What do you call of the figure found in the roof of the East Asian Countries?
A. Roof Guard C. Roof Protector
B. Roof Lord D. Roof Saver

18. A popular style of Japanese theater using elaborate costumes.

A. Kabuki C. Tal
B. Peking Opera D. Wayang Kulit

19. It is a technique for printing text, images or patterns used widely throughout East Asia.
A. Digital Printing C. Natural Printing
B. Metal block Printing D. Woodblock Printing

20. What is the great invention that China contributed to the world of arts?
A. Calendar C. Paper
B. Compass D. Printing

II. Directions: Analyze each picture and identify the feeling associated with the face painting.
Write the letter of the best answer.

21.
A. ambition
B. fear
C. roughness

22.
A. courage
B. fierceness
C. violence

23.
A. courage
B. uprightness
C. violence

24.
A. courage
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B. fierceness
C. impulsiveness

25.
A. Bravery
B. fierceness
C. violence

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Which refers to the ability to maintain stability while stationary or moving?

A. Balance C. reaction time
B. BMI D. speed

2. Which refers to the ability to quickly respond to stimulus?

A. fitness C. reaction time
B. flexibility D. speed
3. What refers to the ability of the muscle to transfer energy and release maximum force at a fast
rate?
A. coordination C. speed
B. power D. reaction time

4. Which is the ability to rapidly and accurately change direction of the whole body in space?
A. agility C. coordination
B. balance D. speed

5. Which of the following refers to the ability of the heart (cardio), and circulatory system
(vascular) to supply oxygen to muscles for an extended period of time?
A. cardio-vascular endurance C. muscular strength
B. muscular endurance D. physical fitness

6. What is referred to as the ability of your body systems to work together efficiently, to be
healthy and to perform activities of daily living?
A. cardio-vascular endurance C. muscular strength
B. muscular endurance D. physical fitness

7. What refers to the ability of your body systems to work together efficiently, to allow you to be
healthy and perform activities of daily living?
A. cardio-vascular endurance C. muscular strength
B. muscular endurance D. physical fitness

8. What skill-related physical fitness test is used to measure the explosive strength and power of
the leg muscles?
A. juggling C. stick drop test
B. standing long jump D. 40-meter sprint
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9. What physical activity uses the known properties of gravity to determine how long it takes a
person to respond to the dropping of an object by measuring how far the object can falls before
being caught?
A. juggling C. standing long jump
B. stick-drop test D. stork balance stand test

10. Which is NOT a physical fitness activity for skill-related fitness components?
A. hexagon agility test C. stork balance stand test
B. stick-drop test D. Zipper Test

11. Which refers to a physical fitness activity that will measure your speed?
A. juggling C. stork balance stand test
B. stick- drop test D. 40-meter sprint

12. Which is NOT an equipment/ material used to measure your score in hexagon agility test?
A. chalk C. stopwatch
B. paper D. tape measure

13. Which refers to the skill-related component that relates to one’s ability to use the senses all at
a time?
A. agility C. coordination
B. balance D. Power

14. What physical activity requires the person to stand on one leg for as long as possible to
assess whole body balance ability?
A. juggling C. stork balance stand test
B. standing long jump D. 40-meter sprint

15. Which refers to an equipment in 40-meter sprint that can also be used to other skill-related
components activities?
A. chalk C. ruler
B. masking tape D. stopwatch

II. Directions: Choose your answer from the following word/s above the questions. Write the
letter of the best answer.

A. Basketball B. December 1891 C. Foul

D. Traveling E. December 1892 F. Violation
G. 5:2 H. Volleyball I. 10:2 J. Back Court

16. _________________ Is played by two teams of five players each inside the playing court.
17. _________________ A sign that is used in playing basketball that the referee’s hand is in the
form of open hand meaning the player commit mistake/s.
18. _________________ When was basketball game founded?
19. _________________ How many players is consisting to play the game basketball and how
many teams?
20. _________________ What violation in basketball will you commit when you run and hold
the ball?
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III. Directions: Write your answer on your paper.

21 – 23 Give at least 3 basic skills in Basketball game.

24 – 25 List two (2) equipment in basketball.

HEALTH

1. The legal union of man and woman, as husband and wife.

A. Courtship C. Family
B. Engagement D. Marriage
2. The period of milk production initiated by the prolactin hormone in the mammary gland.
A. Courtship C. Lactation
B. Infatuation D. Pregnancy

3. Which food serving does one recommend for lactating mothers?

A. Processed foods
B. Big serving of cereals
C. Big serving of red meat
D. Big serving of green leafy and yellow vegetables

4. The ideal and traditional form of feeding an infant.

A. Breastfeeding C. Lactation
B. Infatuation D. Marriage

5. What is the right age for Filipinos to enter into marriage, as set by the family code of the
Philippines?
A. 15 C. 21
B. 18 D. 25

6. Which is an ingredient of a happy married life?

A. commitment C. sincerity
B. love D. all of the above

7. Characteristics of being faithful, loyal, and true to a relationship or to parents.

A. Courtship C. Lactation
B. Fidelity D. Pregnancy

8. A period in a person’s relationship when one tells his intense feeling / desire to another
person.
A. Courtship C. Parenthood
B. Marriage D. Pregnancy

9. The period when new cell during fertilization grows and develops into the woman’s uterus.
A. Courtship C. Parenthood
B. Engagement D. Pregnancy

10. The period when couples are ready to embrace their responsibilities to care for the children
bringing them quality life.
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A. Courtship C. Parenthood
B. Marriage D. Pregnancy

11. Which among the statements given bellow upholds the responsibility of parents to their
children?
A. Teach them values C. Choose their husband or wife
B. Teach them religion D. Choose their course in college

12. Why is having a small family important?

A. Ensures community’s progress
B. Requires lesser economic needs
C. Secures the future of the children
D. Provides for the basic needs of children for quality life

13. Which is a wrong reason for having children?

A. Children are gifts from God.
B. Children make married couple happy and more responsible
C. Children provide parent’s security in the future
D. All of the above

14. The intense emotion that one feels for another person but does not last long.
A. Courtship C. Marriage
B. Infatuation D. Pregnancy

15. Why do people marry?

A. for love C. for economic security
B. for social status D. all of the above

16. Period in a couple’s relationship before getting married.

A. Engagement C. Parenthood
B. Marriage D. Pregnancy

17. Which do you think is the family structure of extended families?

A. Includes one parent and at least one child
B. Includes members such as parents, grandparents, and cousins
C. Includes one or more children who were born into other families
D. Includes the combination of two families, like two single parent marriage

18. The smallest integral unit of the society

A. Family C. Marriage
B. Fidelity D. Parenthood

19. Which of the following beverage does a pregnant woman cannot take?
A. Chocolate drinks C. Milk products
B. Fruit juices D. Rice wine
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20. Why do couples want to have children?

A. Religious institutions require it.
B. Children are considered wealth of parents.
C. Society expects couples to have offspring.
D. Allows the couple to continue their growing relationship.

Directions: Write the letter M for Mother roles and F for Father roles on a piece of paper.

21. Avoid stressful activities.

22. Take care of the mother and the baby.
23. See to it that the necessary immunizations for the baby are followed as scheduled.
24. Provide healthy diet meals for the mother and child.
25. Avoid vices like smoking, drinking alcoholic beverages, etc.

Prepared by:

Grade 8, MAPEH Teacher

ANSWER KEY
1. D 1. B 1. A 1. D
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2. B 2. D 2. C 2. C
3. D 3. C 3. B 3. D
4. D 4. A 4. A 4. A
5. C 5. C 5. A 5. D
6. B 6. B 6. D 6. D
7. B 7. A 7. D 7. B
8. B 8. D 8. B 8. A
9. C 9. D 9. B 9. D
10. D 10. D 10. D 10. C
11. B 11. C 11. D 11. A
12. B 12. B 12. B 12. D
13. C 13. B 13. C 13. D
14. C 14. D 14. C 14. B
15. B 15. C 15. D 15. D
16. C 16. B 16. A 16. A
17. C 17. A 17. F 17. B
18. C 18. A 18. B 18. A
19. C 19. D 19. G 19. D
20. D 20. C 20. D 20. D
21. B 21. B 21. 21. M
22. A 22. C 22. 22. F
23. A 23. B 23. 23. F
24. C 24. A 24. 24. F
25. A 25. B 25. 25. M