Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IV- A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
Individual Reading Inventory
Grade 9 Material

ORAL READING
(Teacher’s Copy)

Name: __________________________________________________ Score: ________

Grade and Section: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Prompt: What does the story of Malakas and Maganda tell us? Read this passage to
find out about the connection of the story to Filipino values.

The Legend of Malakas and Maganda

The legend of Malakas at Maganda is an old Filipino tale of creation. The story
narrates the origin of man and the universe as perceived by the early Filipinos.
According to the story, there was, in the beginning, nothing in the world but the
sea, the sky and a piece of land. One day a mythical bird called Sarimanok became
tired from flying over the vast expanse of seemingly endless water and landed in an
island to seek shelter. While resting, he heard faint noises inside a bamboo plant. He
decided to peck on the bamboo continuously until the bamboo split open in equal
halves to reveal a naked man and a naked woman. Both were brown-skinned. The
male was strong and muscular, while the woman was beautiful. Because of these
qualities, the first man was named Malakas (Strong) and the first woman was known
as Maganda (Beautiful).
The legend reflects so much about Filipino values and characteristics. Being
strong and beautiful are two characteristics of the Filipino people. The Filipinos are
known as a sturdy, hardworking, persevering and cheerful people. That Filipinos came
from the bamboo can also be said to reflect on the people’s character. When problems
and calamities strike, Filipinos are said to bend but never break just as the bamboo
merely sways, flexes, and dances amidst strong winds. Filipinos are known for their
resiliency. They are a people who would not just give up. They are a people who would
still find something to smile or laugh about even in times of adversities and tribulations.
This is, perhaps, what makes them a strong and beautiful nation.

Comprehension Questions:

1. Who are the characters in the story?

Answer:
2. How did the mythical creature help the man and woman out from the bamboo?
 Answer:
3. How did the writer describe the characters in the story?
Answer:
4. Why Filipinos compared to a bamboo?
Answer:
5. Why do you think Filipinos are resilient?
Answer:
6. Is resiliency still evident to Filipinos nowadays? Why or why not?
Possible Answer:
7. How did this characteristic affect you as a Filipino?
Possible Answer:

Readability Formula Text Statistics

Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level 8.7 Character Count 1,276
Gunning-Fog Score 9.6 Syllable Count 423
Coleman-Liau Index 11.8 Word Count 272
SMOG Index 8.4 Sentence Count 18
Automated Readability Index 8.2 Characters per Word 4.7
Average Grade Level 9.3 Syllables per Word 1.6
Flesch-Kincaid Reading Ease 59.9 Words per Sentence 15.1

Prepared by:

MR. RICHARD BRIAN TUTOR

Teacher, Casimiro A. Ynares Sr. MNHS

Validated by:

MS. RELITA REYES MRS. SUSANA J. SACATRAPOS Dr. REBECCA AVERION

Principal, Burgos NHS Principal, Jose F. Diaz MNHS Principal, Benjamin Esguerra MNHS

Approved by:

MRS. LERMA L. FLANDEZ

EPS I - English
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV- A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
Individual Reading Inventory
Grade 9 Material

ORAL READING
(Student’s Copy)

Name: __________________________________________________ Score: ________

Grade and Section: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Prompt: What does the story of Malakas and Maganda tell us? Read this passage to
find out about the connection of the story to Filipino values.

The Legend of Malakas and Maganda

The legend of Malakas at Maganda is an old Filipino tale of creation. The story
narrates the origin of man and the universe as perceived by the early Filipinos.
According to the story, there was, in the beginning, nothing in the world but the
sea, the sky and a piece of land. One day a mythical bird called Sarimanok became
tired from flying over the vast expanse of seemingly endless water and landed in an
island to seek shelter. While resting, he heard faint noises inside a bamboo plant. He
decided to peck on the bamboo continuously until the bamboo split open in equal
halves to reveal a naked man and a naked woman. Both were brown-skinned. The
male was strong and muscular, while the woman was beautiful. Because of these
qualities, the first man was named Malakas (Strong) and the first woman was known
as Maganda (Beautiful).
The legend reflects so much about Filipino values and characteristics. Being
strong and beautiful are two characteristics of the Filipino people. The Filipinos are
known as a sturdy, hardworking, persevering and cheerful people. That Filipinos came
from the bamboo can also be said to reflect on the people’s character. When problems
and calamities strike, Filipinos are said to bend but never break just as the bamboo
merely sways, flexes, and dances amidst strong winds. Filipinos are known for their
resiliency. They are a people who would not just give up. They are a people who would
still find something to smile or laugh about even in times of adversities and tribulations.
This is, perhaps, what makes them a strong and beautiful nation.

Prepared by:

MR. RICHARD BRIAN TUTOR

Teacher, Casimiro A. Ynares Sr. MNHS
Validated by:

MS. RELITA REYES MRS. SUSANA J. SACATRAPOS Dr. REBECCA AVERION

Principal, Burgos NHS Principal, Jose F. Diaz MNHS Principal, Benjamin Esguerra MNHS

Approved by:

MRS. LERMA L. FLANDEZ

EPS I - English
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV- A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
Individual Reading Inventory
Grade 9 Material

SILENT READING
(Teacher’s Copy)

Name: __________________________________________________ Score: ________

Grade and Section: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Prompt: Have you ever attended any food festival? How did it appeal to you?
In this passage, a parade of one of the delicacies in the country will be revealed.

Parade of Lechon

In the Philippines, it is not unusual for lechon or whole roast pig to grace any
Filipino fiesta table. Parada of Lechon is a parade of golden-red and crispy roasted
pigs. The delicious aroma of this sumptuous dish led the locals of Balayan and
Batangas to commemorate the feast of St. John, their patron saint on 24 June with the
presence of the delectable, crispy lechon.
It is on the night before the festival that an anniversary ball is held at the town
plaza to choose and crown the lechon queen. On the event day itself, a mass is held
at the Immaculate Conception Church. After the mass, at least, 50 lechons are
gathered in anticipation of the celebration. The parade proceeds after the holding of
blessing of the pigs and people in St. Johns' name. At this celebration, one can witness
a hilarious sight when the roast pigs are dressed according to the theme of the
participating social organizations. Some of the lechons are dressed in wigs,
sunglasses, raincoats, or whatever the decorators want.
In an event of sheer madness such as this, one can expect mischief just around
the corner. During the celebration, pranksters toss water or beer over the lechons,
drenching not only the lechons, but the bearers and onlookers as well. Some will even
attempt to have a free sample of the roast pig's prized crispy skin. To prevent this from
happening, some participants cover their lechons with barbed wire.
After the fiesta, the lechons are then brought back to their respective club
headquarters or home for another celebration of drinking and feasting. As for those
who believe in the spirit of sharing, they will gracefully give away their prized lechons
to the crowd of audience.

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS:

1. When is the parade of lechon celebrated?

 Answer:
2. Why do people celebrate the event?
Answer:
3. What is the first event done before the actual parade?
Answer:
4. What made the festival of lechon hilarious?
Answer:
5. How is the celebration described in the passage?
Answer:
6. What does this celebration contribute to the locality?
Possible Answer:
7. Would you consider lechon as one of the best delicacies in the country? Why or
why not?
Possible Answer:

Readability Formula Text Statistics

Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level 9 Character Count 1,362
Gunning-Fog Score 10.5 Syllable Count 452
Coleman-Liau Index 10.8 Word Count 301
SMOG Index 7.9 Sentence Count 17
Automated Readability Index 8.7 Characters per Word 4.5
Average Grade Level 9.4 Syllables per Word 1.5
Flesch-Kincaid Reading Ease 61.8 Words per Sentence 17.7

Reference: http://www.fmainformative.info/FMAdigest/pdf_issues/special-
issues/2009/Special Issue_Culture-Customs-Traditions.pdf

Prepared by:

MR. RICHARD BRIAN TUTOR

Teacher, Casimiro A. Ynares Sr. MNHS

Validated by:

MS. RELITA REYES MRS. SUSANA J. SACATRAPOS Dr. REBECCA AVERION

Principal, Burgos NHS Principal, Jose F. Diaz MNHS Principal, Benjamin Esguerra MNHS

Approved by:

MRS. LERMA L. FLANDEZ

EPS I - English
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV- A CALABARZON
Division of Rizal
Individual Reading Inventory
Grade 9 Material

SILENT READING
(Student’s Copy)

Name: __________________________________________________ Score: ________

Grade and Section: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Prompt: Have you ever attended any food festival? How did it appeal to you?
In this passage, a parade of one of the delicacies in the country will be revealed.

Parade of Lechon

In the Philippines, it is not unusual for lechon or whole roast pig to grace any
Filipino fiesta table. Parada of Lechon is a parade of golden-red and crispy roasted
pigs. The delicious aroma of this sumptuous dish led the locals of Balayan and
Batangas to commemorate the feast of St. John, their patron saint on 24 June with the
presence of the delectable, crispy lechon.
It is on the night before the festival that an anniversary ball is held at the town
plaza to choose and crown the lechon queen. On the event day itself, a mass is held
at the Immaculate Conception Church. After the mass, at least, 50 lechons are
gathered in anticipation of the celebration. The parade proceeds after the holding of
blessing of the pigs and people in St. Johns' name. At this celebration, one can witness
a hilarious sight when the roast pigs are dressed according to the theme of the
participating social organizations. Some of the lechons are dressed in wigs,
sunglasses, raincoats, or whatever the decorators want.
In an event of sheer madness such as this, one can expect mischief just around
the corner. During the celebration, pranksters toss water or beer over the lechons,
drenching not only the lechons, but the bearers and onlookers as well. Some will even
attempt to have a free sample of the roast pig's prized crispy skin. To prevent this from
happening, some participants cover their lechons with barbed wire.
After the fiesta, the lechons are then brought back to their respective club
headquarters or home for another celebration of drinking and feasting. As for those
who believe in the spirit of sharing, they will gracefully give away their prized lechons
to the crowd of audience.

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS:

1. When is the parade of lechon celebrated?

 Answer: ________________________________________________________
2. Why do people celebrate the event?
Answer: ________________________________________________________
3. What is the first event done before the actual parade?
Answer: ________________________________________________________
4. What made the festival of lechon hilarious?
Answer: ________________________________________________________
5. How is the celebration described in the passage?
Answer: ________________________________________________________
6. What does this celebration contribute to the locality?
Answer: ________________________________________________________
7. Would you consider lechon as one of the best delicacies in the country? Why or
why not?
Answer: ________________________________________________________

Reference: http://www.fmainformative.info/FMAdigest/pdf_issues/special-
issues/2009/Special Issue_Culture-Customs-Traditions.pdf

Prepared by:

MR. RICHARD BRIAN TUTOR

Teacher, Casimiro A. Ynares Sr. MNHS

Validated by:

MS. RELITA REYES MRS. SUSANA J. SACATRAPOS Dr. REBECCA AVERION

Principal, Burgos NHS Principal, Jose F. Diaz MNHS Principal, Benjamin Esguerra MNHS

Approved by:

MRS. LERMA L. FLANDEZ

EPS I - English