Quiz 1_Patterns of Written Texts Across Disciplines

It is a form of spoken or written language that exhibits a grammatical structure.

A form of poetry consisting of seventeen syllables arranged in three lines that follows five syllables, second is seven and five syllables in the third.

A form of poetry with fourteen lines that follow iambic pentameter rhyme scheme; each line has ten syllables.

A form of poetry that presents a story.

A form of drama that is presented in a very humorous manner.

In this drama the characters are sometimes emotional or exaggerated.

It is a play that takes place in the past and real events.

This type of text includes short stories, poems, dramas and many more.

These texts pertain to operations that may help run a business.

Speeches and rules and regulations are examples of this type of Informational Texts.

My first experience with a carnival ride was a Ferris wheel at a “Linggo ng Bulacan” fair. Looking at that looming monstrosity spinning the life out of its sardine-caged occupants, I was dumbstruck. It was huge, smoky, noisy, and intimidating. Ever since that initial impression became fossilized in my imagination many years ago in grade school, these rides have reminded me of mythical beasts, amazing dinosaurs--like in Jurassic Park--carrying off their screaming passengers like sacrificial virgins to the slaughter. Even the droning sound of their rusty engines brings to mind the great roar of a fire-breathing dragon in Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings with smoke spewing from its exhaust-pipe nostrils. My fascination with these fantastic flights is deeply ingrained in my nerves.

How to Cook Kare-Kare                                                          First of all, wash the pig's tripe, tail, and leg well. Place them in a large casserole and cover with plenty of water. Bring the water to a boil, removing scum as it rises. Cover and simmer until tender for about 4 or 6 hours. Then, transfer the meat to a plate; cool and cut into serving pieces. Strain the stock and measure 6 cups (you may need less but it's better to be prepared).

Smoking increases the risk of lung disease, high blood pressure, and heart attack--not least it reduces the flow of oxygen to the brain. Smoking creates respiratory problems. A smoker's cough expels phlegm--a disgusting substance that wants to escape the body.

Pinoy Rock--or Filipino Rock--is that brand of rock music originating in the Philippines and produced by Filipinos, or, more specifically, as rock music with Pinoy cultural sensibilities.

What is the difference between Marikina everlasting and Lucban Hardinera? Although these two regional delicacies share mostly similar ingredients and are both traditionally steamed in oval-shaped tin molds (llanera), there are few differences that make each one truly special.