NAT PRE-TEST IN HUMANITIES

1. Art is represented through its different forms and disciplines 13. A Philippine epic narrative of the life of Jesus Christ,
such as literature, culinary arts, media arts, visual arts, and focused on his Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
performing arts. Which among the following describe artworks
that are not just aesthetically pleasing but functional as well? A. Zarzuela C. Senakulo
B. Cariñosa D. Pasyon
A. Performing Arts C. Media Arts
B. Fine Arts D. Decorative Arts 14. An indigenous dance from the Philippines in which coconut
shell halves that are secured onto the dancers' hands and on
2. Which of the following is NOT an example of Visual arts? vests upon which are hung four or six more coconut shell
halves.
A. Painting C. Photography
B. Drawing D. Magic A. Tinikling C. Itik-itik
B. Singkil D. Maglalatik
3. Filipino art tendencies are the characteristic tendencies seen
in Philippine Art. Which of the following techniques are the 15. A folk dance of the Maranao people of Lake Lanao. It is a
most recognize tendencies in Filipino art? popular dance performed during celebrations and other festive
entertainment.
A. Maximalism C. Rhythmic Patterns
B. Polychromatic D. Highly Expressive A. Tinikling C. Itik-itik
B. Singkil D. Maglalatik
4. What is the kind of performing arts that often involves the
integration and combination of the visual and performing arts? 16. He is an outstanding director who have contributed to the
development of modern Philippine theater.
A. Dance C. Singing
B. Music D. Theater A. Antonio Mabesa C. Zenaida Amador
B. Nicador Tiangson D. Lamberto Avellan y Vera
5. The Victorious Christian Montessori College, Alfonso INC.
launches a virtual dance competition among each student to be 17. He is known as the “Father of Tagalog Plays” andas the
held this coming October. The students were tasked to present “Father of the Tagalog Zarzuela.”
a dance presentation. Which among the following should they
use in the competition? A. Juan Molina C. Patricio Geronimo Mariano
B. Leon Ignacio D. Severino Reyes
A. Fine Arts C. Performing Arts
B. Creative Arts D. Visual Arts 18. She is a National Artist and known as the Motherof
Contemporary Dance.
6. Ana is very excited about her performance in Physical
Education. She is eager to get a high score but she A. Alicia Reyes C. Lisa Macuja-Elizalde
accidentally forgot the steps that’s why she managed to find a B. Douglas Nierras D. Leah Salonga
way by performing a unique style such as breaking, locking,
19. The most outstanding Filipino sculptor today. He produced
and popping. What do you call this dance she performed?
towering abstracts in metal, steel, and wood.
A. Jumping style C. Freestyle
A. Roberto Rodriguez Chabet C. Juan Luna
B. Imagination Style D. Famous style
B. Napoleon Abueva D. Hernando R. Ocampo
7. Which among the following sculptors is known for his
20. One of the most popular and prolific composers inthe
abstract style and referred to as the “Father of Modern
Philippines today had written works for ballet,theatre musicals,
Sculpture” in the Philippines?
choral pieces, masses, and popsongs.
A. Anastacio Caedo C. Mario Dayo
B. Guillermo Tolentino D. Napoleon Abueva A. Candida Bautista C. Ryan Cayabyab
B. Filepe De Leon D. Rodolfo Cornejo
8. There are famous contemporary OPM singers in our country
and we should be proud of them. As a citizen of our country, 21. Which is not a work of Juan Luna?
what best advice can you give to our fellow citizens so we can A. Spoliarium C. La Barca
develop patriotism? B. Odalisque  D. The parisian life

A. They should acknowledge the efforts of our artists 22. This is where objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or
B. They should give a round of applause for them cultural interest are stored and exhibited.
C. They should be thankful for their achievements
A. Ruling systems C. Art market
D. They should practice composing a song
B. Museums D. Shopee
9. He was immortalized in the Guinness book ofworld records
23. Which two primary colors make orange?
as the only person to make musicusing just a leaf.
A. Blue and Yellow C. Red and Yellow
A. Francisco Santiago C. Nicanor Abelardo
B. Red and Blue D. Blue and Green
B. Levi Celerio D. Ryan Cayabyab
24. El Gamma Penumbra is known to be the Philippines Pride
10. Who is very first National Artist in the Philippines and
to win the first season of Asia’s Got Talent. What is their kind of
recognized as the “Grand Old Man of Philippine Art?
performance?
A. Fernando Amorsolo C. Jose T. Joya
A. Acting C. Dancing
B. Juan Luna D. Arturo Luz
B. Shadow Play D. All of the above
11. Who is NOT given award as a national artist in the
25. Contemporary art forms have been classified as:
Philippines?
A. Painting, Architecture, Sculpture, Literature, Music,
A. Fernando Amorsolo C. Antonio J. Molina
Performing and Shooting
B. Juan Luna D. Carlos P. Romulo
B. Painting, Architecture, Sculpture, Literature, Playing,
12. He was awarded National Artist for Literature in 2006 and Performing and Film
was a recepient of various awards. C. Painting, Programming, Sculpture, Literature, Music,
Performing and Film
A. Roberto Rodriguez Chabet C. Bienvenido Lumbera D. Painting, Architecture, Sculpture, Literature, Music,
B. Hernando R. Ocampo D. Napoleon Abueva Performing and Film