Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region III
Division of Nueva Ecija
Cuyapo West District
VILLAFLORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Villaflores, Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija

FIRST LONG QUIZ IN MAPEH 8

Name: ___________________________ Score: __________
Grade and Section: ____________________ Date:____________

STRICTLY NO E R A S U R E S!!! GOD BLESS YOU.

Direction: Encircle the letter which correspond to the best answer.

1. The suitor begins singing a romantic song, and then the courted lady responds by singing
too what do you called that traditional practices of courtship in the Philippines?
a) Tapat c). Rooster Courtship
b). Balagtasan d). Naninilong
2. Which of the folllowing traditional practices of courtship in the Philippines refers to settle the
price in a form of dowry that will be received by the woman from the courting man ?
a) Balak(serenade) c). Taga amo
b) Pangagad/Paninilbihan d). Pabalik/pabalic
3. Which of the folllowing traditional practices of courtship in the Philippines refers to the
suitor accomplishes household and farm chores for the family of the woman(approximately 1
year before they get married?
a) Balak(serenade) c). Taga amo
b) Pangagad/Paninilbihan d). Pabalik/pabalic
4. Palabas means “show or drama” while pasaguli means _______?
a) Love riddles c). tamer
b) A form of love potion or charm d). serenading from the basement

5. The house for the males in Kalinga is called ato, while the house for female is known as the
_________?
a) subok c). Olog or agamang
b) alamang d). naninilong

6. Pay respect to the woman’s parents by saying “Mano Po” is the traditional practices in what
place in the Philippines?
a) Palawan c). Cebu
b) Pangasinan d). Batangas

7. In what place of the Philippines this traditional practices. If the father of the woman refuses
to give her daughter’s hand, the suitor is smitten by a knife?
a) Bagobos of Mindanao c). Tagalog Region
b) Tausugs of Mindanao d). Ilocos Regon
 8. The rooster is assigned to be the ______wherein the male chicken is left to stay in the home
of the courted to crow every single morning for the admired lady’s family?
a) negotiator c). loyalty
b) security d). servant
9. Which of the following refers to the foundation of society which is primarily responsible for
shaping the lives of its member?
a) Community c). Family
b) Environment d). School
10. It can be described as a feeling of intense affection for someone?
a) Admiration c). Love
b) Courtship d). Infatuation
11. It refers to the feeling of likeness to someone in a short period of time?
a) Admiration c). Love
b) Engagement d). Infatuation
12. Which of the following is pertaining to the period in a couple’s relationship which precedes
their engagement and marriage?
a) Engagement c). Marriage
b) Courtship d). Friendship
13. The following are the types of dating except one?
a) Standard date c). Double date
b) Single date d). Group date
14. Which of the following is not importance of dating?
a) Early and unwanted pregnancy c). Know one another better
b) Strenghten the relationship d). Observe the other person’s character
15. Which of the following is not pertaining to the importance of courtship?
a) It reveals one’s interest, likes and dislike and aspiration in life.
b) It develops understanding and acceptance
c) It allows couples to decide whether they are not ready to be committed.
d) It alllows couples to determine and focus on what to expect in marriage.
16. A suitor can court through the use of cellphones, internet and social media. This courtship
practice is said to be________ ?
a). Exciting c). Alarming
b). Motiivating d). Independent
17. Which of the following is the best described of a good character?
a). Disrespectful and unfaithful c). Irreponsible and dishonest
b). Hardworking and industrious d). Understanding and discourteousness
18. Which of the following is not the factors to consider in choosing a lifetime partner?
a). Immaturity c). Physical maturity
b). Fidelity d). All of the above
19. Economic Readiness aims for a better of the family while maturity stated that ______ ?
a). Endures till death c). makes the reationship lasting
b). Handles relationship responsibly d). Has a unhealthy body
20. Which of the following is not the risk connected with dating?
a). Date rape c). Same Sex Marriage
b). Early and unwanted pregnancy d). Use of illegal drugs
 II.Identification: Choose the correct answer from the box and write the letters only on the
space provided before each number.10pts

A. Marriage F. Attraction

B. Fidelity G. Sarakahan tupul, or magpasumbahi

C. Engagement H. Double Date

D. Commitment I. Standard Date

E. Love J. Balak

_________1. It is a traditional practices of courtship in the Philippines wherein love letters(send

through a trusted friend or relative of the woman)?

__________2. This is a type of dating wherein two couples go on a date at the same time and
place?

_________3. It is usually takes place in the form of infatuation or crush?

_________4. This is a type of dating wherein it involves two people?

_________5. A suitor would threaten to stab his heart while in front of the courted woman’s
father, what traditional practices of courtshipin Tausugs of Mindanao is being stated?

_________6. Refer to a bond between two people who continue to grow and develop their best
qualities as human beings?

_________7. It is a period of agreement entered between two people inlove for them to be
able to know each other and their families well enough to be sure that they are ready and
suited for life-long companionship?

_________8. It refers to a sincere and true to promises made to one’s partner?

_________9. It strengthens the relationship with the partner?

_________10. What factors to consider in choosing a lifetime partner described this statement:

a. Makes peaceful and lasting relationship.

b. Dedicated in fulfilling responsibilities.

III. ENUMERATION

1-10 Give the ingredients of a successful marriage.

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11-17 Name the seven factors to consider in choosing a lifetime partner.

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IV. ESSAY
18-20. Is courtship and dating important in choosing a lifetime partner? Why?

PREPARED BY: DONALYN V. ABON

MLSB Teacher