Quiz Bee Questions

Philippine Literature
1. Who is the author of the poem “Sa Aking mga Kabata”?
a. Andres Bonifacio b. Emilio Aguinaldo c. Jose Rizal d. Juan Luna

2. What is the title of the Philippine national epic?

a. The Maragtas b. Biag ni Lam-ang c. Darangan d. Ibalon

3. What is the title of the first novel written by a Filipino, published in 1887?
a. Noli Me Tangere b. El Filibusterismo c. Ibong Adarna d. Florante at Laura

Vocabulary
4. What does the word "furious" mean in the sentence: "After losing the game, John was furious."
a. happy b. angry c. sad d. excited

5. What could be an antonym for the word "beginning" in the sentence: "They reached the beginning
of the trail"?
a. start b. middle c. end d. commencement

6. What does benevolent mean in a sentence? The benevolent millionaire donated a large sum to the
local orphanage.
a. stingy b. generous c. selfish d. gifted

7. What does the word Lucid mean in a sentence: After a good night's sleep, Sarah felt refreshed, and
her thoughts were lucid.
a. clear b. confusing c. jumbled d. disoriented

Grammar
8. Which of the following is an example of a pronoun?
a. run b. table c. quickly d. she

9. Which of the following is an example of conjunction?

a. dog b. and c. jumped d. happy

10. What is the past tense of the verb "to eat"?

a. eating b. ate c. eaten d. eat

Philippine Literature
1. Which literary work by Jose Rizal explores the injustices and abuses of Spanish colonization in the
Philippines?
a. "Noli Me Tangere" c. "Florante at Laura"
b. "El Filibusterismo" d. "Ibong Adarna"

2. Who authored the short story "Dead Stars," often regarded as a quintessential work in Philippine
literature?
a. F. Sionil Jose c. Paz Marquez Benitez
b. Nick Joaquin d. Jose Garcia Villa

3. Which Philippine literary period is characterized by its focus on societal issues and struggles against
colonial rule?
a. Pre-Colonial Period c. Spanish Colonial Period
 b. American Colonial Period d. Contemporary Period

Vocabulary
4. What is the synonym of the word ephemeral in the sentence? The beauty of a cherry blossom is
ephemeral, as its delicate petals bloom for only a short period each spring before gently falling to
the ground.
a. lasting b. fleeting c. permanent d. enduring

5. What is the antonym of the word vindictive in the sentence? She can be quite vindictive when
someone takes her toys without permission.
a. forgiving b. grudge c. retaliation d. revengeful

6. What is the synonym of the word resilient in the sentence? Despite facing several obstacles, the team
maintained a resilient attitude, showing great strength and perseverance.
a. fragile b. delicate c. weak d. sturdy

Grammar
7. Which sentence uses the past perfect tense?
a. She will finish her homework before dinner. c. They had already eaten when I arrived.
b. He has been working on the project all day. d. I am going to the gym later.

8. Identify the sentence with a correct subject-verb agreement:

a. The group of students is going on a field trip tomorrow.
b. The team of horses were galloping across the field.
c. The list of ingredients have been updated.
d. The flock of birds are migrating south for the winter.

9. Choose the sentence with proper parallel structure:

a. She likes hiking, swimming, and to ride bicycles.
b. He enjoys reading, playing tennis, and writing poems.
c. They danced, singing, and watched movies last night.
d. We prefer jogging, to cycle, and playing basketball.

10. Identify the sentence with correct use of the past participle:
a. She had ran to catch the bus. c. He has written a letter to his friend.
b. They have went to the store. d. I had saw that movie before.

Philippine Literature
1. What is the title of Nick Joaquin's novel that portrays the rich cultural history of the Philippines during
Spanish colonial rule?
a. "A Portrait of the Artist as Filipino" c. "May Day Eve"
b. "Cave and Shadows" d. "The Woman Who Had Two Navels"

2. Who is the author of the modern Filipino classic novel "Smaller and Smaller Circles," which revolves
around two Jesuit priests investigating a series of gruesome murders in Manila?
a. F.H. Batacan b. Bob Ong c. Lualhati Bautista d. Ricky Lee

3. Which Philippine epic, often considered the oldest among the surviving epics, originates from the
indigenous people of the Mountain Province in Luzon?
a. "Hinilawod" b. "Darangan" c. "Hudhud" d. "Ullalim"
4. Who authored the novel "Stupid is Forever," a collection of witty and humorous essays that reflect on
various societal issues in the Philippines?
a. Bob Ong c. Miriam Defensor-Santiago
b. Jessica Zafra d. Lourd de Veyra

Vocabulary
5. What is the synonym of the word venerable in the sentence? The ancient artifact was so venerable
that it commanded the utmost respect from historians.
a. revered b. fragile c. irrelevant d. pliable

6. What is the synonym of the word intrepid in the sentence? The explorer was known for his intrepid
nature, always seeking out new and challenging adventures.
a. timid b. adventurous c. fearless d. hesitant

7. What is the synonym of the word penchant in the sentence? His penchant for adventure led him to
explore remote and uncharted territories.
a. dislike b. fondness c. indifference d. ambiguity

Grammar
8. In which sentence is the future continuous tense used?
a. They are watching a movie tonight. c. He swims in the pool every morning.
b. She will be studying at this time tomorrow. d. I am finishing my work now.

9. Choose the sentence in the present perfect continuous tense:

a. She runs in the park every evening. c. He has been waiting for an hour.
b. They have finished their meal already. d. I will be going to the concert tonight.

10. Identify the sentence with proper use of the gerund phrase:
a. He enjoys to play basketball on weekends. c. Cooking dinner, the phone rang.
b. She finished her work before going home. d) I am interested in to learn a new language.

Clincher
1. Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the infinitive phrase?
a. He decided to leave without saying goodbye.
b. I am excited about to start my new job.
c. She can swim in the pool after to finish her homework.
d. They planned to go for a walk after finished dinner.

2. What is the title of the short story collection by Bienvenido Santos that explores themes of nostalgia,
exile, and the Filipino immigrant experience in the United States?
a. "Scent of Apples" c. "The Bamboo Dancers"
b. "Dwell in the Wilderness" d. "You Lovely People"

3. Which Filipino poet penned the collection "Balikbayan" known for its introspective themes, including
the Filipino diaspora and cultural identity?
a. Cirilo F. Bautista c. E. San Juan Jr.
b. Virgilio S. Almario d. Ricardo de Ungria

4. What does amelioration mean in the sentence? The company's amelioration of its policies resulted
in increased employee satisfaction.
 a. worsening b. improvement c. stagnation d. complication

5. What does penchant mean in the sentence? His penchant for adventure led him to explore remote
and uncharted territories.
a. dislike b. fondness c. indifference d. ambiguity

6. Which literary work by Carlos P. Romulo, a prominent Filipino diplomat and writer, showcases
vignettes of Philippine society and culture during the American colonial period?
a. "The United" c. "Mother America"
b. "I Saw the Fall of the Philippines" d. "Philippines is in the Heart"

7. What is the name of the Visayan epic that narrates the exploits of three heroes named Baltog,
Handyong, and Bantong?
a. "Hinilawod" b. "Hudhud" c. "Ibalon" d. "Maragtas"

8. Which epic from the Ifugao people of the Cordillera region is about the god-king, Lumawig, and his
adventures?
a. "Hudhud" b. "Darangan" c. "Hinilawod" d. "Aliguyon"

9. What is the traditional poetic form in Filipino literature that consists of four-line stanzas with seven
syllables each and employs the "AABB" rhyme scheme?
a. Balagtasan b. Tanaga c. Kundiman d. Awit

10. Which literary genre in Philippine literature is characterized by its long narrative poem format that
discusses heroic deeds, legends, and tales of love and adventure?
a. Duplo b. Korido c. Balagtasan d. Sarswela