Average Round English Quiz Bee - EDUC Congress

Political rhetoric refers to persuasive speech or writing intended to influence public opinion. In the context of the Philippines, which of the following texts can be analyzed for its use of ‘political rhetoric’?

• "Footnote to Youth" by Jose Garcia Villa

• NVM Gonzales' short stories about Filipino life

• Filipino folk songs about courtship

• Ferdinand Marcos’ speeches during Martial Law

In the sentence “My aunt tenderly mothers her youngest son,” the underlined word is __________.

• A noun

• A verb

• An adjective

• A possessive

In a poem where certain words or phrases are emphasized by repetition or unusual structure, what does 'foregrounding' mean?

• Making certain elements of the text stand out

• The background information of a text

• The plot development

• The conclusion of a story

What is the main function of stylistic devices like alliteration and rhyme in poetry?

• To make the poem easier to memorize

• To establish a particular tone and emotions

• To provide factual information within the poem

• To hide the true meaning of the poem

Among the following sentences, the one that is acceptable in English is _________.

• He desires you to leave.

• Marian is eager to talk to.

• Jeff cleaned the garden up.

• That Shen likes vegetables surprises me.

Which of the following sentences shows correct subject-verb-agreement?

• One of the most famous festivals in the Philippines are the Sinulog Festival, celebrated annually in Cebu City on the third Sunday of January.

• Filipinos is predominantly Roman Catholic, with about 80% of the population identifying as such.

• The Philippines was first colonized by the Spanish in 1565 and remained under Spanish rule for more than 300 years.

• The Philippines is an archipelago consisting of 7,641 islands, divided into three main geographical areas: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Which of the following sentences does NOT demonstrate code-switching in conversation? 

• "Can you believe that si Maria, she won the contest last night?"

• "I have a lot of assignments due this week, kaya I need to manage my time well."

• "Let’s go to the mall later, kasi gusto kong bumili ng bagong shoes."

• "I will finish my project before the deadline."

Which of the following is a complex sentence?

• Sinulog is held every year in Cebu, and people dance in the streets.

• Ati-Atihan is known as the mother of all Philippine festivals.

• While the dancers paraded in colorful costumes, the spectators cheered with excitement.

• Panagbenga is a flower festival celebrated annually in Baguio City.

Former Pres. Fidel Ramos attended a Security Council meeting at President’s Palace presided over by then Pres. Joseph Estrada. After the meeting, Mr. Ramos was asked by a reporter, “How was the meeting, sir?” to which the former president responded, “Well, the food was good.” What conversation maxim does Mr. Ramos’ response appear to have violated?

• Maxim of quality

• Maxim of quantity

• Maxim of relation

• Maxim of manner

Which sentence correctly uses the past perfect tense?

• By the 21st century, researchers had developed machine learning algorithms for computers.

• Before AI gained attention, scientists experimented with neural networks for decades.

• Prior to self-driving cars, companies are testing prototypes and gathered data on autonomy.

• By the time AI became common, many industries adopt solutions to improve efficiency.