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First Quarter Reviewer in English 7 (Poetry)

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is poetry?

a)

a story written about the life of someone famous

b)

writing piece with rhythm and often rhyme, figurative language, and vivid descriptions

c)

type of writing that is always about love and nature.

d)

always a long make-believe story, that has fictional characters

2.

Which is an example of alliteration?

a)

Mike like his new bike.

b)

His tender heir might bear his memory.

c)

The curious cat crept towards the mouse hole

d)

Daryl gargled the mouthwash.

3.

A simile is _______________

a)

a comparison using 'like' or 'as'

b)

giving an object human trait

c)

a happy facial expression

d)

the same sounds at the ends of words

4.

"Snap, crackle, pop" are examples of?

a)

Hyperbole

b)

Idiom

c)

Onomatopoeia

d)

Personification

5.

He is a person who creates or produces written, spoken, or visual works.

a)

Editor

b)

Illustrator

c)

Publisher

d)

Author

6.

What type of plot moves the text back in time from the current point?

a)

linear plot

b)

circular plot

c)

non-linear plot

d)

flashback plot

7.

It is a pair of consecutive lines in a poem that usually rhyme and have the same meter as shown in the poem below.

a)

Haiku

b)

Couplet

c)

Quatrain

d)

Stanza

8.

How does biographical context help in interpreting a poem?

a)

It analyzes the poem's use of language and imagery.

b)

It provides insights into the poet's intentions and motivations.

c)

It reveals the cultural influences on the poem's themes.

d)

It explains the historical events mentioned in the poem.

9.

What is the primary focus of structural context in poetry?

a)

The poet's personal life and experiences.

b)

The poem's organization, form, and elements.

c)

The socio-cultural factors influencing the poem.

d)

The historical period in which the poem was written.

10.

"The color white represents purity." The color white is an example of?

a)

Symbolism

b)

Allusion

c)

Hyperbole

d)

Onomatopoeia

11.

"The sweetest fragrant of Sampaguita brings memories of my life in Quiapo". To what sense does this statement appeal?

a)

auditory

b)

tactile

c)

olfactory

d)

visual

12.

A haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry that consists of three lines. The structure typically follows a pattern of 5-7-5 syllables. Based on the haiku below, which word means the same as 'calm'?

a)

home

b)

lake

c)

miniature

d)

tranquil

13.

Which pair is an example of slant rhyme?

a)

five, hive

b)

hat, bad

c)

hate, late

d)

love, dove

14.

Which of the following words has a circumfix?

a)

enlighten

b)

dislike

c)

misunderstand

d)

undone

15.

Which of the following best describes the meaning of the word "unyielding" based on its context and affix?

       "The unyielding storm raged on; its fury unabated.

                            The wind howled, and the rain poured down in torrents."

a)

Very strong and stubborn

b)

Giving up easily

c)

Easily changed

d)

Not very determined

16.

What is the author's purpose in writing the poem?

Tartanilla

By Ralph Semino Galan

 

I miss the sound of hoof steps

Pattering on the pavement like rain.

 

How I long for the sweet scent

Of summer rain between late dusk

 

And early evening, like croaking

Of the frogs, evoking memories lost

 

In the stars. Perhaps the heroes too

Have flown to the skies as comets

 

Acquiring pegasic wings no carriage

Can resist, no memory can recall.

a)

To criticize the modern world for its lack of connection to nature.

b)

To express nostalgia for a simpler time.

c)

To promote the use of horses as a means of transportation.

d)

To tell a fictional story about horses and comets.

17.

How does the author use imagery to evoke emotions in the reader?

Tartanilla

By Ralph Semino Galan

 

I miss the sound of hoof steps

Pattering on the pavement like rain.

 

How I long for the sweet scent

Of summer rain between late dusk

 

And early evening, like croaking

Of the frogs, evoking memories lost

 

In the stars. Perhaps the heroes too

Have flown to the skies as comets

 

Acquiring pegasic wings no carriage

Can resist, no memory can recall.

a)

The author uses a combination of visual, auditory, and olfactory imagery to create a sensory experience.

b)

The author uses complex imagery to convey deeper meanings and symbolism.

c)

The author focuses on negative imagery to evoke feelings of sadness and loss.

d)

The author primarily uses visual imagery to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

18.

What do the "pegasic wings" in the poem mean?

Tartanilla

By Ralph Semino Galan

 

I miss the sound of hoof steps

Pattering on the pavement like rain.

 

How I long for the sweet scent

Of summer rain between late dusk

 

And early evening, like croaking

Of the frogs, evoking memories lost

 

In the stars. Perhaps the heroes too

Have flown to the skies as comets

 

Acquiring pegasic wings no carriage

Can resist, no memory can recall.

a)

They are a wish for a magical time.

b)

They show that the horses are free.

c)

They are something magical and fun.

d)

They are a symbol of thinking and remembering.

19.

What literary device is used in the lines, "It must be slender as a bell, And it must hold fire as well"?

First, A Poem Must Be Magical

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

First, a poem must be magical,
Then musical as a sea-gull.
It must be a brightness moving
And hold secret a bird’s flowering.
It must be slender as a bell,
And it must hold fire as well.
It must have the wisdom of bows
And it must kneel like a rose.
It must be able to hear
The luminance of dove and deer.
It must be able to hide
What it seeks, like a bride.
And over all I would like to hover
God, smiling from the poem’s cover.

a)

Alliteration

b)

Metaphor

c)

Personification

d)

Simile

20.

The poem uses numerous metaphors to describe a poem. Which of the following metaphors is used to describe the poem's ability to contain something that is not easily seen or found?

First, A Poem Must Be Magical

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

First, a poem must be magical,
Then musical as a sea-gull.
It must be a brightness moving
And hold secret a bird’s flowering.
It must be slender as a bell,
And it must hold fire as well.
It must have the wisdom of bows
And it must kneel like a rose.
It must be able to hear
The luminance of dove and deer.
It must be able to hide
What it seeks, like a bride.
And over all I would like to hover
God, smiling from the poem’s cover.

a)

It must hold fire as well

b)

It must be a brightness moving

c)

It must be slender as a bell

d)

It must hold secret a bird's flowering

21.

The poem's use of personification gives the poem human-like qualities. Which line best exemplifies this?

First, A Poem Must Be Magical

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

First, a poem must be magical,
Then musical as a sea-gull.
It must be a brightness moving
And hold secret a bird’s flowering.
It must be slender as a bell,
And it must hold fire as well.
It must have the wisdom of bows
And it must kneel like a rose.
It must be able to hear
The luminance of dove and deer.
It must be able to hide
What it seeks, like a bride.
And over all I would like to hover
God, smiling from the poem’s cover.

a)

It must be magical

b)

It must have the wisdom of bows

c)

It must be slender as a bell

d)

It must be able to hear, The luminance of dove and deer

22.

What is the overall tone of the poem?

First, A Poem Must Be Magical

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

First, a poem must be magical,
Then musical as a sea-gull.
It must be a brightness moving
And hold secret a bird’s flowering.
It must be slender as a bell,
And it must hold fire as well.
It must have the wisdom of bows
And it must kneel like a rose.
It must be able to hear
The luminance of dove and deer.
It must be able to hide
What it seeks, like a bride.
And over all I would like to hover
God, smiling from the poem’s cover.

a)

Angry

b)

Melancholy

c)

Optimistic

d)

Nostalgic

23.

What does the man's name, "Genius," suggest about him?

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

He is very powerful.

b)

He is very smart.

c)

He is very creative.

d)

He is very kind.

24.

What image does the poet use to describe the man's brilliance?

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

A burning flame

b)

A golden statue

c)

A shining sun

d)

A sparkling diamond

25.

Why does the man point his bow at God?

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

He is angry with God.

b)

He is trying to shoot God.

c)

He is trying to scare God.

d)

He is measuring God.

26.

What is the main message of the poem?

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

It is dangerous to be too proud.

b)

It is okay to question authority.

c)

It is important to be curious.

d)

It is important to respect your creator.

27.

The suffix "-ous" in the word "curious" indicates that it means:

a)

Without curiosity

b)

Full of curiosity

c)

Opposite of curiosity

d)

Related to curiosity

28.

The word "fountainhead" in the line "Who am thy Fountainhead!" most likely refers to:

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

A source of inspiration

b)

A source of water

c)

A source of power

d)

A source of knowledge

29.

What is the rhyme scheme of the poem?

God Said, I Made a Man

by Jose Garcia Villa

 

God said, "I made a man
Out of clay—
But so bright he, he spun
Himself to brightest Day

Till he was all shining gold,
And oh,
He was lovely to behold!
But in his hands held he a bow

Aimed at me who created
Him. And I said,
‘Wouldst murder me
Who am thy Fountainhead! '

Then spoke he the man of gold:
‘I will not
Murder thee! I do but
Measure thee. Hold

Thy peace.' And this I did.
But I was curious
Of this so regal head.
‘Give thy name! '—‘Sir! Genius.'"

a)

alternate rhyme

b)

coupled rhyme

c)

enclosed rhyme

d)

monorhyme

30.

What is the author's main purpose in writing this poem?

Philippines is a country
Blessed with beauties of nature,
A country that has
Their own unique culture.

Though we may think Philippines
Is corrupted and poor,
But with all the problems it faced,
It was still able to endure.

Natural resources are also rich in this land,
With farmers who work hard, hand in hand.
They plow the field and harvest grains,
For our sake, they work in pain.

a)

To inform the reader about the Philippines.

b)

To persuade the reader to visit the Philippines

c)

To persuade the reader to help the Philippines.

d)

To entertain the reader with a story about the Philippines

31.

How does the author use examples to support his or her purpose?

Philippines is a country
Blessed with beauties of nature,
A country that has
Their own unique culture.

Though we may think Philippines
Is corrupted and poor,
But with all the problems it faced,
It was still able to endure.

Natural resources are also rich in this land,
With farmers who work hard, hand in hand.
They plow the field and harvest grains,
For our sake, they work in pain.

a)

The author does not use examples.

b)

The author uses examples to show that the Philippines is a powerful country.

c)

The author uses examples to show that the Philippines is a beautiful country.

d)

The author uses examples to show that the Philippines is a dangerous country.

32.

Who can be considered an author?

a)

People who are famous

b)

People who are educated

c)

People who write books

d)

People who create any form of creative expression

33.

What is the main purpose of using context clues in poetry?

a)

To make the poem longer

b)

To make the poem more difficult to understand

c)

To make the poem more interesting

d)

To help readers understand the meaning of words

34.

What is the poet's tone in this poem?

"The wind howls, the rain does pour,

                                            I'm scared and lonely, I can't endure.

                                         The thunder roars, the lightning strikes,

                                              I hide beneath the blankets, tight."

a)

Happy

b)

Scared

c)

Confident

d)

Bored

35.

This is the oldest form of poetry, and one of the oldest forms of literature. It is used to tell a story.

a)

narrative poem

b)

dramatic poem

c)

lyric poem

d)

rhyming poem

36.

All of the following are lyric poetry, except:

a)

elegy

b)

epic

c)

ode

d)

sonnet

37.

Which sentence disrupts the coherence of the poem?

The sun paints the sky with hues of orange and gold.

                               A gentle breeze whispers through the palm trees.

                            The sound of waves crashing against the shore.

                                             A fiesta is in full swing.

a)

The sun paints the sky with hues of orange and gold.

b)

A gentle breeze whispers through the palm trees.

c)

The sound of waves crashing against the shore.

d)

A fiesta is in full swing.

38.

One of the biggest challenges in publishing poetry online is:

a)

Finding a suitable platform

b)

Writing a poem

c)

Getting feedback

d)

Proofreading the poem

39.

To protect your poetry online, you should:

a)

Avoid using a pen name

b)

Delete your social media accounts

c)

Copyright your work

d)

Share it with as many people as possible

40.

Publishing poetry in a school literary magazine can help you:

a)

Gain more friends

b)

Avoid doing homework

c)

Become a famous leader

d)

Become a better writer

41.

How do cultural elements in the poem contribute to the preservation of culture?

a)

By ignoring cultural traditions and customs

b)

By making culture less relevant to modern society

c)

By making culture more difficult to understand and appreciate

d)

By keeping cultural heritage alive through poetic expression

42.

Publishing is the process of:

a)

Selling books in bookstores.

b)

Writing and editing literary works.

c)

Printing and binding books.

d)

Creating and distributing information to the public.

43.

Without descriptive words, poems are:

a)

Clear and concise

b)

Rhyming and rhythmic

c)

Abstract and vague

d)

Emotional and expressive

44.

To determine the rhyme scheme of a poem, you must identify:

a)

The number of stanzas in the poem.

b)

The rhyming words at the end of each line.

c)

The number of syllables in each line.

d)

The pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.

45.

What type of poem is presented?

Tao po, tao po!

May buhay-na-bato!

Buksan ang bintana

Kami’y pandanggero

Papandanggo kami

Sa dalaga Ninyo

Di pala dalaga

Kung di bunga’t itso

 

Haranang Walang Buwan, ni Virgilio S. Almario

a)

dramatic poem

b)

lyric poem

c)

narrative poem

d)

rhyming poem

46.

The poem's immediate address to the audience suggests that it is intended to be:

Tao po, tao po!

May buhay-na-bato!

Buksan ang bintana

Kami’y pandanggero

Papandanggo kami

Sa dalaga Ninyo

Di pala dalaga

Kung di bunga’t itso

 

Haranang Walang Buwan, ni Virgilio S. Almario

a)

Read silently.

b)

Recited aloud.

c)

Sung as a lullaby.

d)

Written in a diary.

47.

Based on the poem, what is the most likely intention of the pandanggero when they sing this song?

Tao po, tao po!

May buhay-na-bato!

Buksan ang bintana

Kami’y pandanggero

Papandanggo kami

Sa dalaga Ninyo

Di pala dalaga

Kung di bunga’t itso

 

Haranang Walang Buwan, ni Virgilio S. Almario

a)

To express sadness.

b)

To warn the villagers of danger.

c)

To request for food or alms.

d)

To tease or court a young woman.

48.

Assonance is the repetition of a vowel sound. All are examples of assonance except:

a)

The cat sat on a mat.

b)

The rain in Spain stays mainly on the plain.

c)

Harry hurried home.

d)

Goodnight, sleep tight, don't let bedbugs bite!

49.

When revising a poem, what is the most important factor to consider?

a)

The rhyme scheme

b)

The number of words used

c)

The length of the lines

d)

The overall message or theme

50.

Why is it important to read your poem aloud during the revision process?

a)

To see if it is funny

b)

To check the rhythm and flow

c)

To count the syllables

d)

To ensure the poem is easy to memorize