GENERAL LONG TEST IN ASINTADO

Name: ________________________________________ Score: ________________

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Date: _________________
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Read the following questions carefully, then answer the following
questions by writing the correct answer on the spaces provided before each number.

_____1. Who is the main protagonist of Asintado?

A. Ana B. Samantha C. Xander D. Hillary
_____2. Gael’s death was caused by __________
A. car accident B. gunshot C. illness D. truck captivity
_____3. What could be the reason why Miranda became kind to Ana?
A. Because she is just pretending to Ana just to get her grandchild
B. Because she wants to show that she could change
C. Because she found out that she was just used by Salvador that lead them to be
accomplices against Salvador
D. Because she found out that Salvador lied to her that he did not kill Gael that lead them to
be accomplices against Salvador
_____4. Ana’s anger against Del Mundos originated in ___________.
A. The fact that the Del Mundos didn’t want Ana for Gael
B. The fact that Vicente was killed
C. The fact that Gael didn’t believe her in what she has witnessed about the conversation of
Miranda and Salvador
D. The fact that Mona and Chito was killed
_____5. In what situation can political dynasty be reflected?
A. Salvador’s behavior in his political career
B. Salvador and Miranda’s planning of their activities
C. Simultaneous ruling of Del Mundos
D. Salvador’s service for the people
_____6. Samantha is a/an ___________.
A. jeweler B. fashion designer C. supermodel D. interior designer
_____7. In what way can Salvador be successful in a way that his freedom can exceed his limits?
A. his economic background C. his popularity
B. his involvement in politics D. his abusive power
_____8. Why is Natasha being harassed by Mr. Donovan?
A. Because she escaped Las Vegas with no permission
B. Because she is not yet paying her debt
C. Because she did not introduce him to her family
D. Because he discovered that Natasha has a family in the Philippines without telling him
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_____9. Why did Salvador kill Miranda?
A. Because he discovered that she abducted Ana without telling him
B. Because she found out that Miranda and Ana are already partners against him
C. Because she hid from Salvador
D. Because she escaped the place where Salvador captivated her
_____10. When Miranda left her phone at Hillary’s house, what was in her phone?
A. A message to tell that they should be careful at all times, especially Salvador was
aggressive in committing illegal crimes.
B. An inspiring message telling them how much Miranda loves them despite of their disputes
in the past
C. All the contacts that will help them to have sufficient evidences against Salvador
D. A confession video telling them all of her and Salvador’s crimes
_____11. How did Samantha handle the truth when she knew that Ana is her sister?
A. At first, Samantha still did not accept Ana and the fact that they were siblings.
B. They immediately reconcile with each other.
C. They immediately plan their activities to destroy Salvador as sisters.
D. Samantha spent her time recovering the times they were not okay.
_____12. How can Natasha be a help to Salvador?
A. by being a sister to Miranda C. by visiting them upon Gael’s death
B. by conspiring with one another D. by engaging in his political career
_____13. The situation where Ana was killed shows an example of __________.
A. positive sanction C. discrimination
B. negative sanction D. bullying
_____14. In the 1987 Philippine Constitution, Article II Section 26, it states that "The state shall
guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service, and prohibit political dynasties as may
be defined by law." Despite there is a law banning political dynasty, why do you think there are
still political dynasties in our country?
A. Because it can help in the socio-economic development of our country
B. Because all the politicians engaging in political dynasties have a good reputation in terms
of ruling a state or a community
C. Because it is not given enough focus by the laws, that’s why it is being tolerated
D. Because politicians engaging in political dynasties can eradicate societal problems we are
experiencing
_____15. In what way can killing be justifiable?
A. If you are just defending yourself and your loved ones from criminals
B. If you are too angry with acceptable reason
C. If you are revenging for someone even you’re crazy with your purpose
D. If there is injustice in society
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_____16. When Ana did something alone as member of the Asintados in accordance with their
purpose to destroy Salvador and it was not part of the plan, but it is a contribution, do you think
she did the right thing?
A. Yes, because it is a contribution to their goal that can help them to destroy Salvador.
B. Yes, because Ana did something that is beyond expectations.
C. No, because if there is no teamwork, then their works will be useless.
D. No, because Ana can raise the possibility that they can be caught by Salvador.
_____17. What is the advantage Natasha can get from Salvador?
A. He will make her wealthy.
B. He will be the one to pay for Gavin’s education.
C. He will give her a permanent house.
D. He will be the one to pay for her debt.
_____18. Why Gael had a strong belief that Stella is Ana?
A. Because Stella has a resemblance to Ana
B. Because the way how Ana acts is similar to Stella’s
C. Because Ana and Stella have similar voice
D. All of the above
_____19. Ana pretended as Stela, but the truth is __________.
A. Stella is not existing. C. Stella is already in another country.
B. Stella is already dead. D. Stella already owns another hospital.
_____20. Before Miranda died, what did she do?
A. She made sure that all of the records and evidences against Salvador will be given to Ana.
B. She made sure that Salvador will face the consequence of what he has done.
C. She made sure that Gael is safe from Salvador.
D. She made sure that Salvador will be imprisoned.
_____21. How can Melchor be considered as a criminal?
A. The fact that he was one of the goons of Salvador
B. The fact that he worked in the provision of illegal weapons for the country
C. The fact that he disobeyed Salvador
D. The fact that he killed Ana’s parents
_____22. Who is Natasha’s “buddy”?
A. Gavin B. Salvador C. Miranda D. Samantha
_____22. Miranda is Salvador’s __________.
A. manager B. secretary C. chief strategist D. assistant
_____23. Asintado’s story began in what year?
A. 1998 B. 1999 C. 2006 D. 2015
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_____24. In what situation can civic engagement be reflected?

A. Ana provided medical services in a community.
B. Salvador offered rice in his campaign.
C. Ana gave a huge amount of money to Hillary’s charity event.
D. People rallying against Salvador
_____25. Ana woke up from ______.
A. sickness B. Coma C. Dengue D. Leukemia
_____26. Ana partners with Hillary’s mining company through __________.
A. offering a huge amount of money in a charity event C. community service
B. Candelaria Mobile Medical Clinics D. medical service
_____27. Miranda blamed Salvador for ________.
A. being a criminal C. continuing his position in politics
B. Gael’s death D. not telling her that Natasha will go back to the Philippines
_____28. The show ends with _______.
A. Samantha and Xander’s wedding C. Ana and Salvador’s bloody fight
B. Natasha’s imprisonment D. Asintados’ formulation of new mission
_____29. Who reported Natasha to the authorities?
A. Salvador B. Miranda C. Xander D. Gavin
_____30. Ana and Gael’s child is named __________.
A. Eli B. JR C. Justine D. Jairus

II. ERROR IDENTIFICATION. Identify the errors for each sentence by encircling the wrong
name or other information/word/phrase that made the statement wrong.

31. Asintado has 1 season.

32. The Asintados are not reformists.
33. Miranda is Salvador’s wife.
34. Ana was a lawyer.
35. Ana is the half-sister of Samantha.

III. CHARACTER IDENTIFICATION. Identify the character being described in the following
by writing the letter of the correct answer from the choices below.

A. Ana B. Gael C. Salvador D. Hillary E. Miranda F. Samantha

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_____36. It was unbeknownst to her all of Salvador’s crimes for a long time
_____37. He is the good manipulator of Ana’s misfortune
_____38. She is a justice seeker
_____39. She just proved that she could change
_____40. He is one of the reasons why Ana and Samantha had a conflict before

IV. FAMILY TREE (41-45). Complete the family tree by choosing from the choices below the
characters that would be appropriate for your style. If there are excess boxes based on
your choice of style, put an X on them.

Ana Eli Samantha

Gael Miranda Criselda
Salvador JR Robert
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V. COMPARE AND CONTRAST (46-50). What do you think are the similarities and
difference of Ana and Samantha in terms of their attitude?

SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES

VI. ESSAY (51-60). What could be the positive and negative effects of having political
dynasties?