"Understanding Tone and Mood in the Poem Pista sa Nayon"

1. What is the overall mood of the poem "Pista sa Nayon"?

• A. Sad and nostalgic

• B. Joyful and festive

• C. Lonely and quiet

• D. Tense and dramatic

2. Which lines best reflect the “excited” tone of the poem?

• A. "Sa munting kapilya'y magpapasalamat..."

• B. "Langisan ang buko na pagaagawan..."

• C. "Kaligayahan ng panahon ng pista..."

• D. "Sa maraming bagay kami man ay salat..."

3. How does the speaker feel about the past celebrations of the town fiesta?

• A. Disappointed

• B. Angry

• C. Grateful and happy

• D. Indifferent

4. What word best describes the tone of the stanza mentioning “lechong makatas” and “panghimagas”?

• A. Bitter

• B. Humble

• C. Celebratory

• D. Regretful

5. The mention of activities like "sayawan" and "hulihan ng biik" contributes to the mood of the poem as…

• A. Scary and dangerous

• B. Quiet and boring

• C. Fun and lively

• D. Serious and spiritual

6. What emotion is evoked by the line "Sa aking isipa'y di mawaglit pa"?

• A. Remembrance

• B. Confusion

• C. Forgetfulness

• D. Boredom

7. What does the poet express in the lines "Sa maraming bagay kami man ay salat, / Sa pag-ibig mo Diyos ako ay mapalad"?

• A. Envy

• B. Resentment

• C. Despair

• D. Gratitude and contentment

8. What best describes the tone of the entire poem?

• A. Angry and critical

• B. Sentimental and joyful

• C. Melancholic and regretful

• D. Mysterious and eerie

9. Which imagery helps create a playful and energetic mood?

• A. "Langisan ang buko na pagaagawan"

• B. "Sa munting kapilya'y magpapasalamat"

• C. "Tilaok ng tandang ay uunahan pa”

• D. "Pebrero hangang Hunyong puno ng saya"

10. What does the poem’s mood tell us about the community during the town fiesta?

• A. They are solemn and prayerful.

• B. They are isolated and reserved.

• C. They are united and joyful.

• D. They are troubled and uncertain.