Republika ng Pilipinas
Kagawaran ng Edukasyon
Rehiyon V
Sangay ng Camarines Sur
PAMBANSANG MATAAS NG PAARALAN NG MAURA N. SIBULO
4th QUARTERLY ASSESSMENT
CREATIVE WRITING 11
“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ~ John 8:32
Name: _____________________________________________ Year & Section: ________________ Date: ____________
I. Read each questions carefully. Write the letter of your answer in your answer sheet.
1. What is drama primarily designed to do?
A. Inform readers B. Entertain audiences C. Teach historical facts D.
Critique politics
2. Which feature distinguishes a one-act play?
A. Multiple acts with intermissions B. Limited to one act with a focused storyline
C. Includes a musical component D. Long duration
3. In drama, what are stage directions used for?
A. Setting up the mood of the play B. Guiding actors' movements and behavior
C. Writing dialogues between characters D. Introducing themes
4. Who is credited with creating the script of a play?
A. Actor B. Playwright C. Stage Manager D. Producer
5. What does a soliloquy allow a character to do?
A. Reveal inner thoughts directly to the audience B. Resolve a conflict with another character
C. Narrate the story for the audience D. Debate with multiple characters
6. What element of drama conveys its core message?
A. Plot B. Theme C. Setting D. Characters
7. The exposition in a one-act play serves to:
A. Introduce the setting and main conflict B. Resolve the central theme
C. Develop secondary storylines D. Present the resolution
8. What characteristic defines tragedy?
A. Happy ending B. Protagonist's tragic flaw C. Lack of conflict D. Lack of resolution
9. Dramatic irony occurs when:
A. Characters share their secrets B. The audience knows something the characters
do not C. The story includes unexpected comedic elements D. The conflict escalates
10. In dramatic storytelling, the climax refers to:
A. The introduction of characters B. The highest point of tension
C. The resolution of the story D. The conclusion of the theme
11. What element of drama refers to the sequence of events in a play?
A. Character B. Plot C. Setting D. Dialogue
12. Which of the following is a part of the dramatic structure?
A. Climax B. Alliteration C. Epilogue D. Meter
13. What term refers to the time and place in which a play occurs?
A. Theme B. Dialogue C. Setting D. Characterization
14. What is the primary function of dialogue in drama?
A. To create stage directions B. To advance the plot and develop characters
C. To describe scenery D. To resolve conflict
15. What is the role of a protagonist in drama?
A. To serve as the main character in the play B. To act as a comic relief character
C. To serve as the antagonist’s ally D. To be the narrator of the play
16. A foil character is used to:
A. Conflict with the protagonist B. Highlight traits of the main character by
contrast
C. Serve as the hero of the story D. Complicate the plot
17. When a character undergoes significant internal change, they are referred to as:
A. Flat B. Static C. Dynamic D. Round
18. Which term refers to the development of characters through their actions, speech, and
interactions?
A. Plot B. Characterization C. Theme D. Resolution
19. Which type of character opposes the protagonist?
A. Supporting character B. Antagonist C. Minor character D. Mentor
20. A well-rounded character with complex traits is known as a:
A. Flat character B. Dynamic character C. Round character D. Static character
21. What is the purpose of a scene in drama?
A. To summarize the play B. To provide detailed character
backstories
C. To organize the action into smaller, manageable sections D. To conclude the play
22. Which of the following is essential when writing dialogue for a play?
A. Ensuring it is realistic and develops the plot B. Adding lengthy descriptive passages
C. Avoiding character-specific language D. Keeping the dialogue unrelated to the
themes
23. What should a playwright focus on when creating a one-act play?
A. A single conflict and its resolution B. Multiple complex subplots
C. Extensive character development over time D. Introducing multiple themes
24. Which element is critical for setting the mood in a play?
A. Lighting B. Music C. Dialogue D. All of the above
25. A playwright should use stage directions to:
A. Describe the tone of voice and actions of characters B. Summarize the plot for the audience
C. Indicate the resolution of the play D. Lengthen the dialogue
26. What aspect of staging includes the arrangement of scenery, props, and furniture on stage?
A. Blocking B. Set Design C. Lighting D. Costuming
27. Which element helps establish the mood and atmosphere in a theatrical production?
A. Dialogue B. Lighting C. Theme D. Exposition
28. The positioning and movement of actors on stage is called:
A. Plotting B. Blocking C. Directing D. Choreography
29. What is the role of the director in a drama production?
A. To write the script B. To manage the technical aspects of the play
C. To guide the overall artistic vision and performance D. To oversee ticket sales
30. Costumes in drama are primarily used to:
A. Create distractions B. Reflect a character’s personality, status, or
time period
C. Add humor to the play D. Reduce the need for props
31. What is the purpose of a flashback in drama?
A. To slow down the plot B. To reveal events that occurred before the current
timeline
C. To introduce new characters D. To confuse the audience
32. What is a monologue in drama?
A. A conversation between two characters
B. A solo speech by a character, expressing thoughts or emotions
C. A background narration by the playwright
D. A summary of the play
33. Foreshadowing in drama is used to:
A. Reveal the ending of the play B. Hint at future events or outcomes
C. Develop minor characters D. Provide comic relief
34. A deus ex machina refers to:
A. A predictable ending B. A character’s moment of realization
C. An unexpected power or event resolving a situation D. A setting within the play
35. What does “breaking the fourth wall” mean in drama?
A. Actors directly addressing the audience B. Destroying the set during a performance
C. Ignoring stage directions D. Rewriting the script during the play
36. In drama criticism, the term “protagonist” is best described as:
A. A minor character in the play B. The central character driving the story
C. The character opposing the hero D. A neutral character in the background
37. When analyzing a play, the term "theme" refers to:
A. The detailed stage directions B. The moral, message, or underlying idea
explored
C. The sequence of events D. The physical setting of the play
38. What is the importance of conflict in drama? A. It fills time in the play B. It is necessary to drive the
plot forward C. It serves as a decorative element D. It reduces dramatic tension
39. Which is an example of a universal theme in drama?
A. A specific local festival B. A family’s struggle for acceptance
C. A detailed political event D. A description of a singular historical figure
40. Effective drama criticism should:
A. Focus solely on the visual elements B. Analyze the play’s themes, structure, and
performances
C. Include personal opinions without justification D. Ignore the audience’s perspective
41. Intertextuality in drama refers to:
A. The connection between characters in a play B. The relationship between a play and
other texts
C. The use of dramatic irony in the dialogue D. The director’s interpretation of the
script
42. Which of the following is an example of intertextuality in drama?
A. A play using a monologue B. A play referencing events from another
literary work
C. A play with no dialogue D. A play with original characters only
43. Why is intertextuality important in writing drama?
A. It limits the creativity of the playwright B. It creates deeper meaning by connecting to other
works
C. It prevents the use of common themes D. It simplifies the audience’s understanding of the play
44. In what way can intertextuality enhance a drama’s theme?
A. By providing comedic relief B. By offering multiple layers of meaning
C. By focusing only on one character D. By excluding symbolism
45. Which of these best demonstrates intertextuality in a one-act play?
A. Unique stage directions B. References to historical speeches or texts
C. An emphasis on character design D. Inclusion of detailed costumes
46. Which of these is critical in crafting believable characters in drama?
A. Providing consistent dialogue and motivations B. Avoiding physical descriptions
C. Ignoring cultural or historical contexts D. Using only vague character
traits
47. What is the importance of conflict in writing drama?
A. It provides a simple ending B. It drives the plot and develops characters
C. It ensures all characters are happy D. It eliminates the need for dialogue
48. When writing a one-act play, it is essential to:
A. Focus on one main conflict and resolution B. Include multiple subplots and
characters
C. Extend the play to several acts D. Avoid using stage directions
49. How can sensory imagery enhance a play’s script?
A. By vividly describing scenes for the audience’s imagination B. By simplifying the characters’
dialogue
C. By reducing the use of conflict D. By ignoring the setting’s importance
50. To write an impactful ending for a one-act play, a playwright should:
A. Resolve the main conflict in a meaningful way B. Introduce new characters
C. Leave the plot unresolved D. Avoid emotional depth
Prepared by:
JANE ROSE C. BONTO
Subject Teacher
