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SECOND PERIODIC EXAMINATION IN MAPEH

GRADE 9
School Year 2019-2020
MUSIC
I. Directions: Read the questions carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer from the given choices
and write the letter only on your separate sheet.

1. Agatha attended a seminar about classical music. She learned about the history and cultural background of their
music. Which of the following shows the descriptive music of the classical period?
A. The influence of the Roman Catholic Church started to decline as the new music genre arose.
B. The arts and music during this time are highlighted grandiose with elaborate ornamentation.
C. The music started during the fall of the Roman Empire that monophonic plainchants became popular.
D. The cultural life was dominated by the aristocracy and instrumental music was patronized primarily by the
nobility.

2. Angel was asked by her teacher to describe the Alberti bass which was practiced during the Classical period.
Which of the following is the correct description of Alberti bass that is posted below?

A. It is a special type of broken chords accompaniment where the chord is played in this order: lowest note –
highest note - middle note – highest note then repeats the pattern to create a smooth, sustained flowing sound.
B. It is a special type of broken chords accompaniment where the chord is played in this order: highest note -
lowest note – highest note - middle note then repeats the pattern to create a smooth, sustained flowing sound.
C. It is a special type of broken chords accompaniment where the chord is played in this order: middle note -
highest note -lowest note – highest note - then repeats the pattern to create a smooth, sustained flowing sound.
D. It is a special type of broken chords accompaniment where the chord is played in this order: lowest note -
highest note – highest note -middle note then repeats the pattern to create a smooth, sustained flowing sound.

3. Apple visited her grandfather who was listening to the music of Franz Joseph Haydn using his old portable stereo.
Her grandfather asked her to listen carefully and explain the characteristic of the composition. Which of the
following will she tell as she listened to the music of Haydn?
A. The music is mainly loud, and lively.
B. The music is mainly sad and soft sound.
C. The music is mainly calm, serious but with touches of humour.
D. The music is mainly romantic, serious but with touches of humour.

4. Andrea was assigned to research and report about Franz Joseph Haydn who became successful during the
Classical period. Which of the following shows the life of Haydn?
A. He came from a family of musician. He was taught by his father to play violin and he focused his attention in
playing violin and harpsichord.
B. He was born in a family of musician and very talented in composing music using his piano. He became deaf
but still he continues composing music.
C. He came from a poor family and his music led to his rise in social status. He was hired by rich patrons and
eventually became a musical director for the Esterhazy for 30 years.
D. He came from a middle status in the society and his knowledge in playing piano recognized him as
exceptional and eventually his mismanaged of finances he lived his life in poverty.

5. The classical composer who composed "The Marriage of Figaro", "Don Giovanni" and "The Magic Flute" and
known as a child prodigy in the musical history?
A. Antonio Vivaldi C. Ludwig Van Beethoven
B. Franz Joseph Haydn D. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
6. Why Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is known as the most amazing genius in musical history?
A. He experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works.
B. He was the composer that bridge the late Classical era and the early Romantic era.
C. He is well-known for giving the string instruments a major role in his compositions.
D. He was able to compose over 100 symphonies and developed them into long forms for a large orchestra.

7. Allan fell in love with the composition of Ludwig Van Beethoven. Which of the following characteristics of his
composition made him different from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Franz Joseph Haydn?
A. His music is serious but with touch of humor
B. His instruments give his music a darker mood.
C. His music was rhythmically flexible, grace and elegance.
D. His music was committed in satisfying his desires in sacred music.
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8. Allysa is a big fan of Ludwig Van Beethoven. While she was listening to the Symphony no. 5, Op. 67, cm. of
Beethoven, she recognized that her composition is now used as music of the animated series of popular cartoon.
Which of the following cartoons used his composition as a theme song?
A. Backyardigan C. Tom & Jerry
B. Mr. Bean D. Popeye
9. Sonata is composed of three movements, allegro, andante and minuet. Sonata allegro form is composed of three
distinct sections. Which among the following sections repeats the theme as they first emerge in the opening
exposition?
A. Development C. Minuet
B. Exposition D. Recapitulation

10. Sonata and Concerto are multi-movement that work designed for a solo instrument. Which of the following
settings made concerto different from sonata?
I. Sonata Allegro is formed with expositions of the orchestra and then by the soloist.
II. Finale: Usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza
is used.
III. Minuet: is in the three-four times and in a moderate or fast tempo.
IV. Slow: has more ornamentation than the first movement.
A. I, II, III C. I, III, IV
B. I, IV, II D. II, III, IV

11. Franz Joseph Haydn composed an example of Symphony which is the "Surprise Symphony". What are the
movements composed in Symphony?
A. First Movement: Fast;
Second Movement: Slow;
Third Movement: Medium/ Fast;
Fourth Movement: Fast
B. First Movement: Slow
Second Movement: Fast;
Third Movement: Fast;
Fourth Movement: Medium/ Fast
C. First Movement: Medium/ Fast
Second Movement: Fast;
Third Movement: Slow;
Fourth Movement: Fast
D. First Movement: Fast
Second Movement: Fast;
Third Movement: Medium/ Fast;
Fourth Movement: Slow
12. Analiza was the main character in opera buffa. She visited different universities and colleges to promote their
launching. Which of the following previews she has to tell to encourage the students to watch their Opera buffa?
A. They will perform in a serious manner in the opera that implies being heroic.
B. They will show some suspense effects with mythological characters on their opera.
C. They will show a naughty humour that spiced with sight gags in performing the opera.
D. They will perform the sequence of tragic opera that shows bloody sequence and hatred.

ARTS
13. The Monalisa is an example of painting during the Renaissance period. Which of the following principles implies
to this painting?
A. Art is characterized by real-life figures.
B. Art is characterized by symmetry and balance.
C. Art are characterized by scientific perspective.
D. Arts is characterized by and deeper landscape.

14. Renaissance was an era of great artistic and intellectual achievement with the birth of secular art. Which of the
following shows the influence of Greek arts?
A. Animal figure C. Landscapes
B. Human figure D. Mythology

15. Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was an Italian sculptor who created a lot of outstanding works
like Pieta and David, Bacchus, Moses, Dying Slave, Dawn and Dusk. Which among the following artworks
portrayed the subjects showing pain and had always connected with the idea of redemption as represented by the
seated Madonna holding Christ's body in her arms?
A. Bacchus C. Moses
B. David D. Pieta
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16. Leonardo di ser Piero Da Vinci was a painter, architect, scientist and mathematician. He is known as the ultimate
“Renaissance man”. Which of the following other media techniques made him popular in the evolution of art
forms?
A. Bas-relief “David” C. Movie of “Da Vinci Code”
B. Parodied portrait “Monalisa” D. Religious painting “The Last Supper”

17. Which of the following painters and architects of High Renaissance period formed the traditional trinity of great
masters together with Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci who created the "Transfiguration" as his last painting
on which he worked on up to his last death?
A. Gian Lorenzo Bernin C. Michelangelo Merisi
B. Donato di Niccolo di Betto Bardi D. Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino

18. Donato di Niccolo di Betto Bardi (Donatello) was one of the Italian great artists of the Renaissance period. He
used the form of shallow, relief sculpture technique to create his statue and relief works like David, Statue of St.
George and the Feast of Herod. Which of the techniques used by Donatello became popular during his time?
A. Bas-relief C. Fresco
B. Encaustic D. Tempera

19. Aida joined the art contest in NCR. She was advised to paint picture in her illustration board showing memorable
event in her life adding exaggerated emotions to it. Which of the following artworks shows this kind of design?
A. Collage making C. Scenery Spot
B. Royal Selfie D. Waka Pose

20. Anthony is a painter whose passion is to paint churches with a very wide façade and religious propaganda to
spread Catholicism throughout the Philippines. Which of the following influences of art tradition he practiced?
A. Baroque art C. Classical art
B. Medieval art D. Renaissance art

21. Poleteismo is an artwork of Mideo Cruz that is presented in Kulo Art exhibit. It shows the lack of modesty and
reverence for religious subjects like the idea of Amerighi da Caravaggio. Which of the following techniques they
applied in their artwork?
A. Bas-relief C. Still life
B. Fresco D. Tempera

22. Who is the baroque artist who made a sculpture of David for Cardinal Borghese which is strikingly different from
Michelangelo Simon i’s David?
A. Michelangelo Merisi C. Rafaello Sanzio da Urbino
B. Gian Lorenzo Bernini D. Donato di Niccolo di Betto Bardi

23. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn shared with Peter Paul Rubens the revolution whereby painting came to depict
the more personal aspects of the painter. Which of the following media techniques used by Rembrandt that is
different from Rubens painting?
A. His painting is more mythical and used figurative subjects.
B. His paintings carry the viewer’s excitement, ecstasy and intoxication.
C. His painting are a concept of himself and his technique grew more daring.
D. His painting shows lack of modesty and reverence for any religious subjects.

24. Who is the Baroque painter that is the most important painter of the Spanish Golden age that his passion in still
life can be frequently be seen in his artwork?
A. Peter Rubers C. Gian Lorenzo Bernini
B. Diego Velasquez D. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn

25. Sto. Tomas de Villanueva Church, Baclayon Church and Sta. Maria Church are churches which were recorded as
best examples of Baroque architectural art style. Which of the following characteristics best explains the
architectural influence of Western countries to the Philippines?
A. The churches were designed only with straight lines.
B. The churches were characterized by symmetry and balance.
C. The churches were made of Nipa huts made from natural materials.
D. The churches were designed with flowing curves, massive walls and large facade.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION
26. Aira was invited to attend in a social gathering with a theme of Modern Standard Dance. Which of the following
attire is appropriate to wear in this kind of social gathering?
A. Revealing and tight fitting dress
B. Dress Shirt and Cotton slacks.
C. Formal and ankle-length gowns
D. Sexy and sophisticated cocktail dress
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27. Rommel was fascinated with dancing. For every music played, he asked girls to dance with him saying "May I
have this dance"? What are the values implied in this kind of action?
A. A boy is forcing a girl to dance.
B. A boy pleads with no one to dance.
C. A boy who wishes to dance with somebody.
D. A boy that treated a girl with respect even in dancing.

28. Adam and Ava are qualified to compete in a ballroom competition. They have chosen the Latin American dance
category. Which of the following dances do they have to practice to participate in the Latin American dance
competition?
A. Swing, Tango, Quick step
B. Boogie, Mambo, Slow waltz
C. Cha-cha-cha, Merengue and Salsa
D. Paso doble, Rumba, Viennese waltz

29. Cha-cha-cha, Rumba, Salsa and Mambo are Latin American dances. Where do these dances originated?
A. Brazil C. Spain
B. Cuba D. U.S.A

30. Austria, Argentina, Vienna and U.S.A are the countries that created the Modern Standard dances. Which of the
following dances that the U.S.A. created?
A. Foxtrot and Quick step C. Quickstep and Viennese waltz
B. Tango and Slow waltz D. Slow waltz and Viennese waltz

31. Albert is a dance instructor. He makes a dance program for his students who have low cardiovascular rate. Which
of the following from the FITT principle will he apply to exert the level of dance in his program?
A. Frequency C. Time
B. Intensity D. Type of Activity

32. In terms of nutritional aspect of dancing, what are the right amounts of foods you have to eat to maintain an ideal
body weight?
A. 25% of Glow, 25% of Grow and 50% of Go foods
B. 25% of Go, 25% of Glow and 50% of Grow foods
C. 25% of Go, 25% of Grow and 50% of Glow foods
D. 15% of Go, 25% of Glow and 35% of Grow foods

33. Arlene wants to learn the dance cha-cha-cha . Which of the following rhythmic patterns will be used to execute
the dance cha-cha-cha?

A. C.

B. D.

34. Cha-cha-cha was originated in Cuba. Which of the following can be used to execute the basic steps of the dance
cha-cha-cha?
A. Rock step, Chasse
B. Rock step, Spot turn
C. Close change step, Step turn
D. Close change step, Natural turn

35. The P.E class of Ana was social dancing. Her professor asked her to draw from the given step pattern and execute
it in front. She was drawn the Spot turn from the given choices of basic step of Cha-cha-cha. How did Ana
execute the step pattern?
A. Step Right foot backward, Left foot forward
B. Right foot forward, Left foot close to Right, Right foot forward
C. Same with Alemana turn but done Sideward-leading to a Chasses Backward
D. Left foot forward (Pivot Halfway Turn Right), Right foot forward (Pivot Halfway Turn Right) leading to a
Chasse Left backward

36. Chasse, Alemana turn, Spot turn and New York are the basic dance steps in Cha-cha-cha. Which among the
following has the step pattern of Step Left foot across Right foot in front, Step Right in Place, Chasse Left foot
sideward, Step Right foot over Left in front, Chasse Right foot sideward?
A. Alemana turn C. New York
B. Chasse D. Spot turn
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37. Jennie is a dance mixer expert. How would she best use her knowledge and skills to enhance her community
fitness?
A. She will give fitness advocacy brochure to her community.
B. She will render an intermission number with partner during fiestas.
C. She will share her skills by teaching community folks, young and old about social dances.
D. She will suggest with community officials to conduct a social dancing program for the community.

38. Ashly and Arman are very active in dance mixers. They regularly perform the easy to difficult routine as their
daily exercise to prevent any sedentary lifestyle diseases. Which of the following is included in these sedentary
lifestyle diseases?
A. Asthma C. Obesity
B. Lung Cancer D. Pneumonia

HEALTH
39. Dangerous Drug Board (DDB) recorded an estimated 6.7 million drug users in the Philippines in the year 2004
and declined the number of users to 1.7 million in the year 2008. Which of the following is a reason why there is a
successful decline of drug abuse in the country?
A. Low quality of drugs sold in the country.
B. Expensive selling price of drugs in the Philippines
C. Lack of sources and connections from the drug dealers.
D. Strict implementation of policies against selling and usage of illegal drugs

40. The Philippine government created the Dangerous Drug Board (DDB) to find strategies to prevent and stop the
out number of drug addiction in the country. Which among the agencies tapped by the government to become the
partner of DDB in implementing and educating the people about the programs and projects against the widespread
of drug addiction in our country?
A. Department of Education
B. Department of Trade and Industry
C. Department of Science and Technology
D. National Economic and Development Authority

41. Berting and Lyn do not have time to guide their children because they are both working to earn and sustain the
needs of their family. Which of the following is the risk factor of having a weak parental guidance for their
children?
A. Inconsistent family rules
B. Positive family relationship.
C. Positive interaction with people
D. Inviting friends at home to be known by the family.

42. The Department of Education has intensified the implementation of Dangerous Drug Act 2002 Anti-drug policies
in different schools. Which of the following is a protective factor of having strong anti-drug policies in schools?
A. Lack of commitment to study
B. Poor academic performance
C. Poor implementation of community laws
D. Joins extra-curricular activities and school organizations

43. Benny learned that cigarettes and alcohol are gateway drugs that are legal in the Philippines to the people who are
at the age of 18 years old and above. Which of the following reasons why it was restricted among people who are
less than 18 years old?
A. It is because it gives you bad breath.
B. It is because it damages the brain functions.
C. It is because they are not allowed to attend parties.
D. It is because they do not have money to buy gateway drugs.

44. Stimulant drugs speed up person's central nervous system which is an opposite effect of depressant drugs. Which
among the following is the effect of depressant drugs?
A. It distorts reality and facts.
B. It relax the muscles and nerves.
C. It leads delusions and brain damage.
D. It relieves pain and induces sleepiness.

45. Douglas is a rehabilitated drug user. He was invited to become a resource speaker to impart his experiences in the
wrong decision of choosing the misconception about abusing drugs. Which of the following must he prioritize in
his topics?
A. How drugs enter the body
B. Different classifications of drugs
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C. Signs and symptoms of drug of abuse

D. Facts about the effects of drug abuse in the mind, body, social relationship and family

46. Bruno is a volunteer in the Mamamayang Ayaw sa Droga (MAD) movement who helps to educate people
about the proper understanding of drug abuse. Which of the following acceptable facts must Brunoteach the drug
users about the misconception that a person will become bold and brave when he/she takes illegal drugs?
A. Drugs of abuse do not improve memory
B. Constant exposure to higher than normal acid level damages stomach lining which can result to ulcer.
C. Drugs of abuse do not heat up the body; instead they make the body lose heat faster than normal.
D. Temporary courage brought about by taking drugs is a dangerous one as it makes a drug user lose normal
judgment which is part of the normal inhibition.

47. Nelly was diagnosed of a cervical cancer. The doctor explained to her that they need to give her regulated drugs
that could help her to ease the pain but it could lead her to addiction if it is given to her more than the dosage that
the doctor prescribed to her. Which of the following regulated drugs must the doctor prescribe in this kind of
sickness?
A. Sniffed inhalants that lead to delusion.
B. Inject tranquilizer to let the patient feel sleepy.
C. Take psilocybin to affect all the senses of the body
D. Administer in moderation the heroin to treat
extreme chronic pain.

48. Cristine has a sleep disorder like insomnia. She always takes barbiturates more than prescription of the doctor just
to make her sleep. Which of the following long term effects of barbiturate might occur to Leslie?
A. Heart attack
B. Atherosclerosis
C. Bone marrow damage
D. Depression leading to mental health

49. Rowena wants to strengthen her decision-making skills to be able to refuse temptations from any offers from
known drug users. Which of the following step-by-step procedures must she do to overcome any temptations
about drug use and abuse?
I. Act responsibly and intelligently
II. Share your list with responsible adults
III. Describe the situations you are in and list possible actions for the situation
IV. Carefully evaluate all possible actions and choose which action is most responsible and suitable
A. I, II, III, IV C. II, III, IV, I
B. III, II, IV, I D. IV, I, II, III

50. Anastacia was a Sangguniang Kabataan Chairwoman in her barangay. She knew that many of the teenagers in her
barangay were involved in illegal activities such as drug addiction, gambling, drinking liquor till dawn, chain
smoking in public places and street fights. Which among the following are the appropriate steps to eradicate such
illegal activities in her barangay?
A. Reprimand them by doing community service
B. Ask them to pay charges for doing such illegal actions
C. Put into jails all the teenagers who will be caught doing illegal actions
D. Encourage them to join different programs such as sports and community projects

PREPARED BY:
JOE KING Z. LACADEN
MAPEH TEACHER

PARENT’S SIGNATURE
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SECOND PERIODIC EXAMINATION IN MAPEH

GRADE 9
KEY ANSWER
School Year 2019-2020

MUSIC ARTS PHY. EDUC. HEALTH

1. D 13. A 26. C 39. D

2. A 14. B 27. D 40. A

3. C 15. D 28. C 41. A

4. C 16. C 29. B 42. D

5. D 17. D 30. A 43. B

6. A 18. A 31. B 44. B

7. B 19. D 32. C 45. D

8. B 20. A 33. B 46. D

9. D 21. C 34. A 47. D

10. B 22. B 35. C 48. D

11. A 23. C 36. C 49. B

12. C 24. B 37. C 50. D

25. D 38. C

PREPARED BY: JOE KING Z. LACADEN