Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON

REGIONAL MID-YEAR ASSESSMENT

MAPEH 8
NAME: _________________________________________ SCORE: ___________
SECTION: ______________________________________ DATE: ____________
DIRECTION: Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on your answer sheet.
1. The Malay Peninsula uses mixed martial arts, dance and music which are usually accompanied by gongs,
drums, and Indian oboes. Which of the following forms of martial art is like t’ai chi?
A. Agung and Kulintang ensemble C. Kertok ensemble
B. Dikir Barat D. Silat Melayu

2. How is Chinese music being described?

A. It is gentle and lyrical C. It is slow in tempo and is very peaceful.
B. It is meditative and highly ritualized D. It is slow and melancholy.

3. What Cambodian musical ensemble usually accompanies ceremonial music of the royal courts and
temples?
A.Gamelan ensemble C. Pinpeat ensemble
B.Hsaing Waing ensemble D. Piphat ensemble

4. Which group does the instrument Yequin belong to based on Hornbostel-Sach classification of
instruments?
A. Aerophone C. Membranophone
B. Chordophone D. Idiophone

5. How do you elaborate on the Piphat Ensemble?

A. it is a mid-sized orchestra that is performed in either outdoor style with hard mallets or indoor
style with padded mallets
B. it is an orchestra that combines some of the percussion and wind instruments of the piphat
with an expanded string section
C. it contains a variety of instruments such as xylophones, kedang, gongs, bamboo flute, and
bowed and plucked strings
D. it has a complete orchestra of different percussion instruments.

6. Which of the following instruments was placed on the right shoulder of the player and altered the tone
by squeezing the lace of this instrument?
A. Tsuri- Daiko C. Kotsuzumi
B. O-tsuzumi D. Shamisen

7. What meter is used in the Japanese song “Sakura”?

A. Quadruple C. Duple
B. Triple D. Compound

8. What are the prominent expressive features of Chinese music?

A. melody and tone color C. melody and rhythm
B. melody and harmony D. melody and form

9. Does Thailand use melodic modes and diatonic scales for folk music?
A. Yes, Thai music consists of simple songs with simple melodic lines.
B. Yes, Music of Thailand has been inherited from the Philippines diatonic scale.
C. No, only Malaysian folk music does.
D. No, they only used pentatonic scale in folk music.

10. What are the similarities of Arirang and Kundiman in terms of musical characteristics?
A. Arirang and Kundiman portray love for the country.
B. Arirang and Kundiman are songs of serenity and calmness.
C. Arirang and Kundiman portray the mother mourning the departed children.
 D. Both are quiet songs intended to be sung to babies and children.

11. What symbolic totem of Lao's skirt symbolizes beauty?

A. bird C. crab
B. butterfly D. dog

12. What type of puppet shadow play is performed around the Indo-Malayan archipelago?
A. Kabuki C. Peking Opera
B. Nang D. Wayang Kulit

13. Knot tying in Japan is called hanamusubi, while in China is______.

A. Madeup C. Zhongguo
B. Dorae D. kesho

14. What do you call the narrator and the puppet master in Wayang Kulit?
A. dalang C. theater master
B. kulit D. wayang

15. Which of the following procedures is the proper way in making a batik design?
A. fill it with fabric paint, make a design with glue, then remove it
B. make a design with fabric paint, then allow it to dry. Double the design using glue and let it dry
C. sketch a design using a pencil, then fill it with fabric paint. Trace the design using glue then let it
dry
D. using glue, make a batik design. Fill it with fabric paint while waiting for the glue to dry. Then
peel off the dry glue lines directly

16. What is the reason why Malaysian batik is more on plant designs?
A. it is easy to sketch compared to other designs
B. the leaves and flowers symbolize beauty
C. plants are sacred designs for Malaysians
D. they want to avoid interpretation of human and animal images as idolatry

17. Why was Mariamman being called a goddess and worshiped by people?
A. she has the ability to produce food
B. because of her power to cure diseases
C. she possessed great power to raise the dead
D. because of her power to heal an injured person

18. Which statement is correct about Southeast Asian Arts and Crafts?
A. Philippine arts do not reflect the diverse cultural influences and traditions of its society since it is
inhabited by different ethnic groups.
B. Vietnamese silk painting is one of the most popular forms of art in Vietnam.
C. The Merlion is famous in Malaysia as it represents their nation and its history.
D. The Sky Lantern festival is famous in Vietnam.

19. Which type of art is considered one of the oldest and most highly refined among the arts of Japan?
A. calligraphy C. painting
B. Ukiyo-E D. woodblock printing

20. Chinese are known for being artistic. What is their art of beautiful handwriting?
A. calligraphy C. logographs
B. hieroglyphics D. woodblock printing

21. What do you call the Chinese decorative handicraft art that began as a form of Chinese folk art in the
Tang and Song Dynasties in China?
A. Dorae C. Jianzhi
B. Hanamusubi D. Zhongguo

22. A technique for printing text, images or patterns which originated in China as a method for printing on
paper. this method was adapted in Japan and became one of their oldest and most highly developed visual arts
A. Ikat technique C. uneven twill
B. thread technique D. woodblock printing

23. Which of the following are the three concepts of art reflected mostly in the artworks and crafts in
China, Japan, and Korea?
A. heaven, earth, mankind C. heaven, fire, earth
B. heaven, earth, manpower D. heaven, water, earth
24. How to create a distinct style of textile patterns with a dyeing technique and done by resisting dyeing
sections of the yarns prior to weaving the fabric?
A. Ikat technique C. thread technique
B. uneven twill D. weaving

25. This was regarded as the highest form of Chinese painting.

A. landscape painting C. palaces and temples
B. human figures D. bamboos and stones

26. Which of the following components promote total health and prevent the beginning of diseases and
problems associated with physical activities?
A. body composition C. physical-related components
B. B. health-related components D. skill-related components

27. How will you differentiate cardio-vascular endurance and physical fitness?
A. Cardio-vascular endurance is the ability of the heart and circulatory system to supply oxygen to muscles
for an extended period of time while physical fitness is the ability of the body systems to work together
efficiently.
B. Cardio-vascular endurance is the ability of the heart and circulatory system to supply oxygen to muscles
for an extended period of time while physical fitness is the ability of the body systems to prevent diseases
and problems.
C. Cardio-vascular endurance is the ability of the muscles and joints to stay longer for an extended period
while physical fitness is the ability of the body systems to work together efficiently.
D. Cardio-vascular endurance is the ability of the muscles and joints to stay longer for an extended period
of time while physical fitness is the ability of the body to have enough energy to avoid fatigue.

28. Which of the following statements BEST explains why the same exercise program might agree to the
principle of overload for one person but not for another?
A. bodies adapt to increased physical demands
B. different individuals have different levels of physical fitness
C. physical activity leads to increased health benefits when it is above normal levels
D. physical activity/exercises may increase the lifespan of an individual

29. “Shooting is a basketball basic skill that requires a player to move around the court while in the
possession of the ball”. Determine if the statement is correct or not?
A. yes, because shooting is the most practiced skill in the game
B. yes, because shooting is a drill that improves skill level in the game
C. no, because dribbling is the legal method to move around the court while in the possession of
the ball
D. no, because running is the legal method to move around the court

30. “Stork balance stand test physical activity requires the person to stand on one leg
for as long as possible to assess whole-body balance ability”. Determine if the statement is
correct or not?
A. yes, because it measures the agility of one person.
B. yes, because it assesses one’s ability to maintain equilibrium.
C. no, because it measures the coordination of the eye and hand.
D. no, because it measures the time to respond to a stimulus.

31. Which of the following statements below regarding exercise intensity is correct?
A. a muscular person lifts heavyweight
B. cardio Heart Rate is above normal
C. person exercises harder than his/her normal activity
D. all of the above

32. Analyze the example of the Fitness Plan Program.

Choose from the choices below the BEST fitness plan program for muscular strength.

Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type (FITT) Table

Frequency Intensity Type Time
Running, walking,
Cardiovascular 3-6 times per Moderate to swimming, dancing, 20-60 minutes per
Endurance week Vigorous cycling, aerobics session

Progressive
Muscular 2-3 times per Moderate 20-60 minutes per
Planking
Endurance week Resistance session
 3-5 minutes during
warmup and cool
3-7 times per Stretching, yoga,
Flexibility Moderate Stretch down
week dynamic, stretching

A. 3-5 times a week in moderate to vigorous intensity doing weight resistance for 15-30 minutes per
session
B. 3-5 times a week in moderate to vigorous intensity doing yoga and stretching exercise for 15-30 minutes
per session
C. 3-5 times a week in moderate to vigorous intensity doing the dancing activity for 15- 30 minutes per
session
D. 3-5 times a week in moderate to vigorous intensity doing cycling and aerobics training for 15-30
minutes per session

33. It is the condition of an individual that has enough energy to avoid fatigue and enjoy life.
A. Physical Education C. physical fitness
B. health D. fitness

34. Which of the following tests develop strength and power?

A. 3-minute step test C. sit and reach

B. shuttle run test D. vertical jump

35. Which skill-related fitness test is used in volleyball to measure the intense
strength and power of the leg muscles?
A. 3-minute step test C. flexibility
B. shuttle run D. vertical jump

36. Why is it important to understand human sexuality?

A. we have similar sexuality issues
B. we will all become mature adults
C. there is a specific age for developing one’s sexuality
D. it will help us build a better relationship with ourselves and others

37. Except for one, the statements below all concern human sexuality. Which of these is the exemption?
A. it is more about who we are than about what we do
B. it is the total of our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual responses
C. it is an expression of sensual sensation and intimacy between persons
D. comprises a broad range of behavior and processes

38. Take a position on the idea that peers and other people might help one to have a positive outlook that
can affect sexual behavior.

A. Yes, because through them we can express love and intimacy in an appropriate way.
B. No, because we can only express love and intimacy with our family members only.
C. Yes, because they can appreciate us more than ourselves.
D. No, because they are the ones whom we can be our rivals at all times.

39. Which of the following statements about decision-making is false?

A. it is a choice you make or act upon
B. you carefully considered the outcome of each choice
C. you allowed a special person to decide for you
D. your decisions may not affect you and other people

40. To support a healthy family, consider the scenario of having healthy sexuality difficulties. What would it
be in the circumstances listed below?
A. Jacky is taking a high sense of responsibility for all her actions in school being the class president.
B. The teacher separates the boys and girls in class gender and makes sure that the opposite gender will
not have connections with each other.
C. Jem’s grandmother prohibits her to wear pants and shorts since it is clothing for boys only.
D. Matt doesn’t want to dance because dancing is an activity for girls preferably.
41. Put yourself in the situation of today's impulsive youth who are trying many things today such as trying
to drink alcohol and use illegal drugs. What will you do if it comes to the situation that you are one of them and
unexpectedly it will bear fruit and you get pregnant?

A. proceed to abortion to end a pregnancy and live a normal life

B. continue pregnancy and take necessary measures and ensure best health
C. Blame Matt for what he did and tell to your parents that he raped you
D. go to far-flung areas where no one knows me

42. What do you name the time when two people get to know one another and
see if they get along? It is described in the picture.
A. friendship C. courtship
B. crush D. dating

43. What do we name the reproductive process in which a new single cell is created when a male and a
female gamete combine?
A. fertilization C. implantation
B. ovulation D. gestation

44. How can you create a strong married relationship?

A. couple needs separate time in order to grow strong
B. doing things separately is important to a healthy marriage
C. the ability to talk only to your partner helps to form a strong bond relationship
D. treating your partner as you would like to be treated will strengthen your bond

45. Which of the following statements regarding the significance of prenatal care is FALSE?
A. decreases risks during pregnancy
B. increases the chance of a safe delivery
C. takes the baby more beautiful or handsome
D. helps your doctor monitor your pregnancy and identify any problems

46. What is the thick, yellowish fluid with a high protein content that appears from the second to the fifth day after
delivery?
A. glutathione C. citric acid
B. folate D. colostrum

47. Which sentence that follows does NOT demonstrate responsible parenting?

A. Mr. and Mrs. Legaspi always find time for their children despite their busy schedules.
B. Aling Maring and Mang Kepeng send their children to the best school.
C. Mang Carding and Aling Puring discipline their child in front of everyone.
D. Mr. and Mrs. Castro motivates their child to further develop their skills.

48. What status stage do responsible couples do after deciding to start after deciding to start a family,
responsible couples will reach on what status stage?

A. love and infatuation C. courtship

B. parenthood D. parents

49. Which of the following statements supports parents' obligations to their children?

A. choose their course in college C. teach them religion

B. choose their husband or wife D. teach them values

50. Which do you believe to be the extended family structure? As seen on the picture below:

A. includes members such as parents, grandparents and

cousins.
B. includes one or more children who were born into
other families.
C. includes the combination of two families, like two
single parent marriages.
D. includes one parent and at least one child.