1stQrtr_BREQUILLO_ Creat. Wrting_ HUMSS12
  • 1. Which of the following is a characteristic of poetry?
A) Stage directions
B) Structured meter and rhyme
C) Prose narrative
D) Use of dialogue
  • 2. Which genre of creative writing often includes acts and scenes?
A) Creative nonfiction
B) Drama
C) Fiction
D) Poetry
  • 3. Which genre is typically based on factual events but uses literary styles and techniques?
A) Creative nonfiction
B) Poetry
C) Fiction
D) Drama
  • 4. What is a common element of fiction writing?
A) Stage directions
B) Imaginary characters and plots
C) Rhyming couplets
D) Real-life events
  • 5. Which genre is most likely to include a memoir?
A) Fiction
B) Creative nonfiction
C) Poetry
D) Drama
  • 6. Which of the following is NOT typically a feature of drama?
A) Dialogue
B) Narrative prose
C) Acts and scenes
D) Stage directions
  • 7. Which genre often uses figurative language to convey emotions and imagery?
A) Fiction
B) Creative nonfiction
C) Drama
D) Poetry
  • 8. Which genre is most likely to explore imaginary worlds and characters?
A) Poetry
B) Drama
C) Fiction
D) Creative nonfiction
  • 9. Which genre of creative writing is typically performed in front of an audience?
A) Fiction
B) Creative nonfiction
C) Drama
D) Poetry
  • 10. Which genre often includes personal essays and autobiographies?
A) Fiction
B) Poetry
C) Creative nonfiction
D) Drama
  • 11. What is a primary characteristic of creative writing?
A) Use of imaginative and original ideas
B) Strict adherence to factual information
C) Focus on technical writing skills
D) Emphasis on scientific accuracy
  • 12. Which of the following is NOT typically a form of creative writing?
A) Short stories
B) Novels
C) Poetry
D) Technical manuals
  • 13. In creative writing, what is the purpose of using literary devices such as metaphors and similes?
A) To enhance the clarity of technical instructions
B) To ensure grammatical accuracy
C) To add depth and meaning to the writing
D) To confuse the reader
  • 14. Which of the following best describes the role of a creative writer?
A) To create engaging and imaginative content
B) To report news events accurately
C) To compile statistical data
D) To write legal documents
  • 15. What is an essential skill for a creative writer?
A) Expertise in computer programming
B) Proficiency in mathematical calculations
C) Strong command of language and storytelling
D) Ability to memorize historical dates
  • 16. What is one of the best practices for a writer to improve their writing skills?
A) Avoiding feedback from others
B) Focusing solely on grammar
C) Writing regularly and consistently
D) Writing only when inspired
  • 17. Which of the following is a good working habit for a writer?
A) Procrastinating until the last minute
B) Ignoring the editing process
C) Writing in a noisy environment
D) Setting specific writing goals
  • 18. What is the primary purpose of keeping a writing journal?
A) To replace formal writing assignments
B) To track writing progress and ideas
C) To avoid writing drafts
D) To record daily activities
  • 19. How can a writer become more mindful of their writing process?
A) By avoiding deadlines
B) By writing without planning
C) By reflecting on their writing habits
D) By focusing only on the final product
  • 20. Which of the following is NOT considered a best practice for writers?
A) Seeking constructive feedback
B) Writing in isolation without sharing work
C) Reading a variety of genres
D) Revising and editing drafts
  • 21. What is a benefit of setting a regular writing schedule
A) It limits creativity
B) It reduces the need for planning
C) It helps develop discipline and consistency
D) It makes writing feel like a chore
  • 22. Why is it important for writers to read widely?
A) To focus only on one genre
B) To avoid developing their own voice
C) To understand different writing techniques and perspectives
D) To copy other writers' styles
  • 23. What role does feedback play in the writing process?
A) It helps identify areas for improvement
B) It is unnecessary and should be ignored
C) It only highlights mistakes
D) It is only useful for beginners
  • 24. How can a writing journal aid in the writing process?
A) By serving as a final draft
B) By replacing the need for outlines
C) By limiting the writer's creativity
D) By providing a space for unfiltered thoughts and ideas
  • 25. What is a common obstacle that writers face, and how can it be overcome?
A) Lack of ideas; by avoiding reading
B) Time management; by writing only when inspired
C) Writer's block; by taking breaks and changing the environment
D) Over-editing; by skipping the revision process
  • 26. Which of the following sentences uses precise language?
A) The weather was okay.
B) The weather was nice.
C) The weather was sunny and warm.
D) The weather was not bad.
  • 27. hich word best completes the sentence for accuracy? "The scientist conducted an _______ experiment to test the hypothesis."
A) accurate
B) interesting
C) fun
D) vague
  • 28. Which sentence uses concrete language?
A) She was in a good mood.
B) She smiled broadly and laughed.
C) She felt good.
D) She was very happy.
  • 29. Which of the following words is the most appropriate to use in a formal essay?
A) awesome
B) significant
C) neat
D) cool
  • 30. Which of the following sentences uses accurate language?
A) The car is pretty quick.
B) The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds.
C) The car is fast.
D) The car is not slow.
  • 31. Which of the following best describes the use of the five senses in descriptive writing?
A) To provide factual information
B) To list events in chronological order
C) To create vivid imagery and engage the reader
D) To summarize the main idea
  • 32. Which sense is primarily engaged when a writer describes the texture of an object?
A) Touch
B) Sight
C) Smell
D) Taste
  • 33. hat is synesthesia in the context of writing?
A) method for developing characters
B) A technique for organizing essays
C) A medical condition affecting the senses
D) A literary device that combines different senses
  • 34. Which of the following sentences is an example of synesthesia?
A) The flowers smelled fragrant.
B) The music was a bright shade of blue.
C) The cake was sweet and delicious.
D) The sun was shining brightly.
  • 35. How can a writer effectively use the sense of smell in descriptive writing?
A) By focusing only on pleasant smells
B) By avoiding any mention of smell
C) By listing all possible odors
D) By describing the intensity and quality of a scent
  • 36. Which of the following is an example of a simile?
A) "The wind whispered through the trees."
B) "Time is a thief."
C) "The world is a stage."
D) "Her smile was as bright as the sun."
  • 37. What is a metaphor?
A) A direct comparison between two unlike things
B) A statement that contradicts itself
C) An exaggeration for effect
D) A comparison using "like" or "as"
  • 38. Which of the following sentences contains personification?
A) "She is a shining star."
B) "He is as brave as a lion."
C) "The pen is mightier than the sword."
D) "The stars danced playfully in the moonlit sky."
  • 39. What is metonymy?
A) A part representing the whole
B) An extreme exaggeration
C) A whole representing a part
D) Substituting the name of one thing with something closely related
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of synecdoche?
A) "The White House issued a statement."
B) "All hands on deck."
C) "He has a heart of stone."
D) "The classroom was a zoo."
  • 41. What is an apostrophe in figurative language?
A) A mild or indirect word substituted for one considered too harsh
B) A contradiction in terms
C) A punctuation mark
D) Addressing someone absent or something non-human as if it were present
  • 42. Which of the following is a characteristic of a formal tone?
A) Use of complex sentence structures
B) Use of slang and colloquial expressions
C) Use of first-person pronouns
D) Use of contractions
  • 43. In which situation is a formal tone most appropriate?
A) Writing a personal diary
B) Writing a research paper
C) Texting a friend
D) Posting on social media
  • 44. Which of the following is a feature of an informal tone
A) Use of passive voice
B) Use of idiomatic expressions
C) Use of technical jargon
D) Use of third-person perspective
  • 45. Which of the following is a sign of an informal tone?
A) Use of formal salutations
B) Use of abbreviations and emojis
C) Use of detailed explanations
D) Use of passive constructions
  • 46. Which of the following best describes the "romantic spirit" in Philippine poetry in English?
A) A preference for free verse and experimental styles
B) A focus on political themes and social issues
C) A strict adherence to traditional poetic forms
D) An emphasis on emotion, nature, and individualism
  • 47. The "formal strain" in Philippine poetry in English is characterized by:
A) The use of free verse and open forms
B) A rejection of Western poetic influences
C) A focus on personal and subjective experiences
D) The use of traditional structures and rhyme schemes
  • 48. The "open clearing" in Philippine poetry in English is best described as:
A) A movement towards more structured and formal poetry
B) A focus on romantic and emotional expression
C) A style that embraces freedom, experimentation, and diverse influences
D) A return to traditional Filipino themes and motifs
  • 49. What is an end-stopped line in poetry?
A) A line that is longer than the others in the stanza
B) A line that ends with a punctuation mark, creating a pause
C) A line that continues without a pause into the next line
D) A line that rhymes with the next line
  • 50. Which of the following best describes enjambment?
A) A line that contains a metaphor
B) A line that flows into the next line without a pause
C) A line that is repeated throughout the poem
D) A line that ends with a punctuation mark
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