READING AND REVOLUTION

He is a Filipino hero who was inspired by the novels of Jose Rizal and founded the Katipunan.
a. Apolinario Mabini b. Andres Bonifacio c. Marcelo Del Pilar d. Antonio Luna

Who is the writer of the novel “The Revolution According to Raymundo Mata?”
a. Gina Apostol b. Jina Apostol c. Ginna Apostol d. Gemma Apostol

What novel that was banned in the past but now a required reading in the Philippine schools?
a. Me Ultimo Adios b. El Filibusterismo c. My Last Farewell d. Noli Me Tangere

The following is a reason why Catholic Church go against making the Noli Me Tangere a requirement in reading:
a. people might get a bad impression to the church.
b. develop a sense of happiness towards Spaniards.
c. we feel grateful to the church.
d. people might get angry towards the Jose Rizal.

When the narrator says that the act of reading Noli Me Tangere was a historic act, what did he mean?
a. It makes you explore the freedom of our people in the past.
b. It makes you reflect and fight to liberate the country.
c. It makes you understand that we were not colonized by Spaniards.
d. it makes you realize how peaceful the life in the past.

THE DEATH OF A HERO

Who is the Philippines’ official national hero?

a. Jose Rizal b. Andres Bonifacio c. Antonio Luna d. none of the choices

It is a government commission that can proclaim any Filipino historical figure.

a. NCAA b. MCCA c. NCCA d. MCCA

He is a priest and teacher of Ateneo who witnessed the execution of Rizal according to the poem by Danton Remoto.
a. Padre Damaso b. Padre Faura c. Padre Burgos d. Padre Zamora

He is considered as the greatest among Filipino heroes.

a. Jose Rizal b. Andres Bonifacio c. Lapu-lapu d. Ferdinand Magellant

In line number 19 of Danton Remoto’s poem, “salt stings my eyes” means the persona
a. felt jealous to Rizal b. felt happy for Rizal c. felt pity for Rizal d. felt confused for Rizal

Before the execution of Rizal, he asked about the purgatory. What is purgatory in Roman Catholic belief?
a. a place of happiness b. a place of suffering c. a place of eternal death d. a place of peace

Why was Rizal executed in the hands of Spaniards?

a. his writings are act of rebellion against the Spanish government
b. his family was against the concept of Christianity
c. his writings are in favor to the will of the Spaniards
d. he planned to run as the president of the Philippines

How did Jose Rizal prove us that “pen is mightier than the sword?
a. he fought along with Bonifacio b. he organized an army of fighters
c. he wrote novels that inspired nationhood d. he joined the outrageous protests

AUTHORITARIANISM

When the declaration of martial law was began in the Philippines?

a. September 21, 1972 b. September 22, 1972 c. September 21, 1971 d. September 22, 1971

The martial law declared by Ferdinand Marcos was under the Proclamation No?
a. 1080 b. 1081 c. 1082 d. 1083

According to the Philippine-History.Org, the number of politicians, students, and journalists were jailed by the
Government was approximately
a. 10,000 b. 20,000 c. 30,000 d. 40,000

The following are negative results of the martial law implementation during the Marcos administration EXCEPT:
a. It lessened the crimes and promoted discipline in the country
b. human rights violations were made
c. people who went against the government were jailed.
d. many news publications and television news were closed

The poem Apo on the Wall explores the experience of

a. independence day b. fiestacelebration c. Christmas Party d. martial law

“There’s this man’s photo on the wall of my father’s office at home,” the person in the photo is
a. his father’s brother b. his father’s boss c. his father’s father d. his father’s grandfather

The following sentences describe the persona on the poem “Apo on the Wall”, EXCEPT:
a. he is afraid of Jesus b. he is a child c. he always follow his father d. he is afraid of his father

What was the father wanted to teach to his child based on the poem?
a. follow strict rules b. always work hard c. respect his superior d. all of the choices

The last line “I know, I know what you’re doing” implies that during the Marcos administration
a. people’s behavior were controlled b. people were allowed to protest
c. the government promoted full democracy d. none of the choices

“Still wearing his green uniform and colored breast plates, where, to prove that he works hard,” this line means
a. his father is a great poet b. his father is loyal soldier
c. his father is a good citizen d. his father is very rich man

Apo in Hiligaynon language means “grandfather” or “master” in Ilocano, in the poem he is described as
a. a considerate leader b. a coward c. a dictator d. a martyr

Based on the poem, what do the “scary Jesus” and “Apo” have in common?
a. they can listen to us b. they can see our doings c. they can ignore us d. they can forgive our sins

POVERTY

In English, Lengua Para Diablo means

a. the devil ate my words b. the devil stole my words c. the devil keep my words d. the devil in my words

What societal issue reflects the story of Lengua Para Diablo?

a. Racism b. gender bias c. injustice d. poverty

Lengua is a kind of dish in Filipino cuisine cooked from a tongue of what animal?
a. horse b. cow c. elephant d. none of the choices

The devil mentioned in the story of Lengua Para Diablo is the Spanish mestizo and he is the father’s
a. employer b. friend c. brother d. father

In the story of Lengua Para Diablo, Why did the father lost his job?
a. the employer was angry b. he wanted to apply another job
c. the employer found a cheaper workers d. he failed to finish the building

What happened to the father after he lost his job?

a. he became arrogant b. he was happy c. he sold his house d. he was always silent

The main reason why the father did no longer feels like he has power over his family is
a. he cannot speak b. he cannot support their living c. he cannot face his children d. he is dead

Whenever his wife disagrees with him or complains about unhappy life, he never talks back in order to
a. avoid trouble b. challenge a fight c. avoid agreement d. gain respect

Poverty is a big factor to hunger and crime. The following are the causes of poverty, EXCEPT:
a. unemployment b. lack of education c. gender inequality d. early pregnancy
In real life, the following situations are examples of Lengua Para Diablo, EXCEPT:
a. some parents will say that we don’t have the right to say something to them
b. we can insist to express our ideas or decisions that are rightful
c. when it comes to our friends, we keep our mouth shut about their mistakes
d. we don’t argue with older people even if we are right otherwise we are considered disrespectful

If you were in the situation of the father, what would be the right thing to do?
a. never tell the family about the problem to avoid conflict
b. be a father again once you found a stable job
c. find money even if it is from illegal means
d. lower your pride and confess your problem

THE JUSTICE SYSTEM

Who was the first Filipino chief justice who was impeached by the senate?
a. Former Chief Justice Remato Corona b. Former Chief Justice Renato Corona
a. Former Chief Justice Domato Corona a. Former Chief Justice Donato Corona

What is the reason why he was impeached as a chief justice?

a. failure to declare his SALN b. involvement in illegal drugs
c. he joined the rebels d. he failed to serve the new administration

“These are the accoutrements of her office.” The underlined word is from the poem “Justice” that means
a. facts b. accessories c. things to do d. problems

Why are symbols important in a poem?

a. they add meaning of the poem b. they made us confused in understanding the poem
c. to bring our attention out of the topic d. they change the meaning of the poem

What do you call the public document that is required for all government officials?
a. Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net b. Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net worth
c. State of Assets, Liabilities, and Net worth c. Statement of Access, Liabilities, and Net worth

There are symbols used in the poem titled “Justice” by Ralph Semino Galan. Analyze the meaning of the following
underlined words within the lines.

“Blindfold symbolizing impartiality”

a. justice is blind b. justice has no favorites c. justice is subjective d. justice is bias

“The double-edge sword that pierces through the thick fabric of lies”
a. judgment b. evidence c. punishment d. crime

“found guilty, he has to face the music of derision”

a. pay the committed crime b. scape from mockery c. avoid the punishment d. hide and quit

“a golden pair of scales measuring the validity of evidence given”

a. judgment based on fair evaluation b. judgment based on hearsay
c. judgment based on unreliable source b. judgment based on one-sided view

“right and wrong can be shuffled like cards”

a. suspects are always guilty b. justice can be manipulated
c. giving justice is always right d. giving justice is always unfair

“Thoth’s feather of truth which determines whether the defendant’s life is worth saving”
a. the right dicision b. the punishment c. the embarrassment d. the mistakes

“The figure of the Roman Goddess Justitia slowly fades, swallowed by pigments”
a. justice is clear b. justice is gone c. justice is life d. justice is a color

Why is money mentioned in the poem “Justice.”

a. It can influence justice in a wrong way b. it has nothing to do with justice
c. it can change the concept of justice d. none of the choices

What is the message for the Filipino government officials with regards to the impeachment of the Chief Justice?
a. stay in their position no matter what happens b. do not get caught on what you do
c. never let the people know their assets d. become an honest public servant

HOMESICKNESS

Which of the following words best describes the word “diaspora?”

a. work b. Filipino c. migration d. study

Filipino balikbayan seem to appreciate the boxes more than its contents because these boxes symbolize
a. care b. forgiveness c. sympathy d. loneliness

Which of the following phrases best describes urban legend?

a. story that is believed to be true b. story that is really true
c. story that happened in real setting d. story that is based on true people

Why the story of Vince is entitled turban legend instead of urban legend?
a. the story happened in Dubai b. the man curled up himself in the bag
c. the story has many loopholes to believe c. the man died like a candle

One of the most common problems that Filipinos abroad go through is homesickness. Which means, they suffer from
a. extreme happiness b. strong willingness to travel c. deep aching for home d. fond of going abroad

In the turban legend story, what kind of worker was the man who cannot afford to buy a ticket?
a. mechanic b. chef c. electrician d. engineer

The man who put himself inside the bag en route to Manila died from what condition?
a. hypothermia b. claustrophobia c. bolemia d. anemia

In the story of turban legend, the man made every means even risking his life just to come home for what occasion?
a. Valentines’ day b. graduation day c. Christmas day d. anniversary

Why do we consider working abroad as a solution to some of our country’s problems?

a. it helps improve our economy b. it helps attracts foreign investors
c. it helps minimize the criminality d. it helps maximize our population

Why do we consider working abroad as a problem also in our country?

a. it can lessen our population b. it maximizes our products
c. it can ruin family relationship d. it improves our labor force

Based on the story of turban legend, Vince laughed at Filipinos who bring balikbayan boxes. That kind of attitude shows
a. cultural awareness b. sentiment c. discrimination d. empathy

INDENTITY

What is the occupation of Isabel in the Philippines before she went to Canada?
a. entertainer b. Teacher c. Manager d. Janitor

In the story of Waiting, Roberto was a medical representative back in Manila. He’d go to doctors and talk about his new
wonder drugs. So Roberto is a
a. quack doctor b. pharmacist c. physician d. salesperson

How old was Miguel, when Isabel left her family in the Philippines?
a. 5 years old b. 7 years old c. 9 years old d. 15 years old

How many years did Isabel spend in Canada alone before her family was able to stay with her?
a. 2 years b. 4 years c. 6 years d. 8 years

At first, Isabel worked at the Choi family for two years as

a. entertainer b. caregiver c. gatekeeper d. saleslady

The title of the play is waiting, what are they waiting for?
a. better life for their family b. stable job for Roberto
c. good life in heaven d. become a millionaire
The advertisement posted by google Philippines about OFWs is entitled Miss Nothing. It shows us how technology can
help maintain close family relationships because through technology
a. we can communicate our love one through letters b. we can embrace them personally anytime
c. we can monitor our relatives face to face anytime c. we can get packages coming from other countries

In the play, when the Canadian woman tells her daughter, “this is why you have to study hard, my love. Otherwise, you’ll
end up just like her.” This reveals what kind of attitude towards Filipinos?
a. admiration b. compliment c. encouragement d. racism

Many of our over-seas Filipino workers are underemployed like teachers in the Philippines work as household workers in
abroad. Underemployed means
a. not qualified for the job b. overqualified for the job
c. the job match the work experience d. qualified for the job

Why Roberto did not like the idea of working in Canada?

a. he felt motivated to work in the Philippines b. he doesn’t love his wife anymore
c. he felt embarrassed to have a low worth job d. he loves to work abroad

THE SELF

In the story of “The Valley of Amazement”, the main character named Lulu is unique because
a. she has extra middle fingers b. she has extra legs
c. she has extra little fingers d. she has an extra head

What does it mean to be true to oneself?

a. appreciate our uniqueness b. always conform peoples preferences
c. be like somebody else d. always follow the decision of elders