Theater Long Quiz
Theater Long Quiz
THIRD QUARTER
Rak of Aegis: Understanding
Philippine Musical Theater
1. What is the main setting of "Rak of Aegis"?
a. Barangay Venezia
b. Manila Bay
c. Quezon City
d. Intramuros
2. Who wrote the music featured in "Rak of Aegis"?
a. Ryan Cayabyab
b. Aegis Band
c. Gary Granada
d. Vincent DeJesus
3. What natural disaster serves as a major plot point in the
musical?
a. Earthquake
b. Typhoon
c. Flood
d. Volcanic eruption
4. What is the main character Aileen's dream?
a. To be a teacher
b. To become wealthy
c. To be a doctor
d. To become a viral singing sensation
5. Which social issue does the musical primarily address?
a. Education reform
b. Political corruption
c. Environmental problems
d. Poverty
6. What genre of music is predominantly used in the show?
a. Classical
b. Rock
c. Jazz
d. Pop ballad
7. How many acts does "Rak of Aegis" have?
a. Four
b. One
c. Two
d. Three
8. What is the significance of the title "Rak of Aegis"?
a. It's named after a Greek myth
b. It's a play on "Rock of Ages"
c. It represents strength
d. It's the name of the town
9. Which character is the barangay captain?
a. Kenny
b. Mary Jane
c. Kiel
d. Mercy
10. What is the main conflict in the community?
a. Family feuds
b. Political rivalry
c. Persistent flooding
d. Land ownership
11. What profession does Aileen have at the start of the musical?
a. Student
b. Vendor
c. Singer
d. Saleswoman
12. How does Aileen initially try to achieve fame?
a. Through social media
b. Through television
c. Through radio
d. Through theater
13. What type of business does Kenny own?
a. Restaurant
b. Shoe factory
c. Grocery store
d. Internet café
14. What is the community's primary source of income before the
flood?
a. Tourism
b. Farming
c. Shoe making
d. Fishing
15. Which character serves as the voice of environmental awareness?
a. Aileen
b. Kenny
c. Kiel
d. Mary Jane
16. What is the show's message about viral fame?
a. It's always beneficial
b. It's completely harmful
c. It's temporary and unreliable
d. It's necessary for success
17. How do the townspeople initially react to Aileen's dream?
a. With full support
b. With skepticism
c. With anger
d. With indifference
18. What role does music play in the community's survival?
a. It divides people
b. It provides entertainment only
c. It unites the community
d. It causes conflicts
19. Which theatrical element is most prominent in the show?
a. Dance numbers
b. Dramatic monologues
c. Comedy scenes
d. Musical performances
20. What ultimately helps resolve the community's problems?
a. Government intervention
b. Individual effort
c. Collective action
d. Foreign aid
Answer Key: 11. d
1.a
12. a
2.b
13. b
3.c
14. c
4.d
5.c 15. d
6.d 16. c
7.c 17. b
8.b 18. c
9.d 19. d
10.c 20. c