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1. Philippine Musicality Filipinos are world-renowned for their musicality. The Filipinos’ great ability to sing is now proven in the international scene. But not only is the Philippines known for its talented singers. This country is home to several unique and amazing musical instruments, as well. One such instrument is the Las Piñas Bamboo Organ. This musical instrument is the only one of its kind in the world. It is made up mostly of bamboo. This bamboo organ stands tall with 5 meters in height. It has 900 tubes, 94% of which are made of bamboo.

2. The construction of this masterpiece was no easy task. A priest named Fr. Diego Cera de la Virgen del Carmen, a native of Spain, worked on building it with the help of the people of Las Piñas . He began his work in 1816. It took them 8 years to finish the organ in 1824. This musical instrument is now 184 years. The Bamboo Organ is very significant in the cultural and historical heritage of the Filipinos. That is why the National Museum of the Philippines declared it as a “National Cultural Treasure.” It is something all Filipinos can be proud of.

3. 1. How long did it take to build the Las Piñas Bamboo Organ? a. 8 years b. 9 years c. 14 years d. 17 years 2. Who made the plan to build the Las Piñas Bamboo Organ? a. Father Diego del Carmen b. Father Diego de Vera c. the people of Spain d. the people of Las Piñas

4. 3. What was declared “National Cultural Treasure”? a. The Philippine Bamboo Organ b. The Philippine Organ c. The Las Piñas Bamboo Organ d. The Las Piñas Organ 4. According to the passage, why can the Filipino people be proud of the Bamboo organ? a. It is famous in the whole world. b. It is made only by the Filipino people. c. It is the only bamboo organ in the world. d. It is the only bamboo organ in the Philippines.

5. 5. Is the Las Piñas Bamboo Organ the only unique musical instrument in the country? Yes b. No c. Maybe d. The selection does not say. 6. Why was the Las Piñas Bamboo Organ declared as a national treasure? a. It is made by a Spanish priest. b. It is mostly made up of bamboo. c. It says a lot about our people and culture. d. It is already very old and needs a lot of care.

6. 7. Which of the following could you do to best promote the Las Piñas Bamboo organ? a. Sending a post card of it to friends here and abroad b. Reading a lot of articles about it c. Taking pictures of it and putting them in a photo album d. Playing a song using the organ

7. “ Bulong ” (Whisper)     Filipinos are known for their creativity.    One contemporary proof of this claim is a 24-year old Filipino named Joaquin Pedro Gomez Valdes.  He finished a degree in Film and Audio-Visual Communication at the University of the Philippines.  As part of his graduation requirements, he needed to submit a major project called a “thesis”.   He then set his creativity to work and came up with a short film entitled “ Bulong ” (Whisper).  He submitted his work to different international competitions, a couple of months after its completion.

8. His efforts paid off when “ Bulong ” which talked about life’s purpose and the people’s freedom whether to live that purpose or not, was named “Best Thesis”. It was also given the “ Felicianio Award”.  It gained recognition abroad when it was chosen to represent the Philippines in the prestigious Short Film Corner, Festival de Cannes, in France. It also won the Best Short Narrative in New Beijing International Movie Week.   Joaquin Valdez, exemplifying excellence, made something not just to meet requirements in order to graduate.  He made a short film that brought pride to the country. He exemplifies a “world class” Filipino.

9. 1. What is “ Bulong ”? a. a short narrative b. an award c. a short film d. an international requirement 2. Joaquin Valdez is a _______________. a. 24-year old filmmaker b. 24-year old college student c. 24-year old movie producer d. 24-year old film writer 3.  Which of the following awards was not received by the film Bulong ? a. Best Thesis b. Festival de Cannes Award c. Feliciano Award d. Best Short Narrative 

10. 4. Why did Joaquin Valdez receive the awards mentioned for his shor t film ? a. He was talented. b. He worked hard to make a good project. c. Many of his friends helped him. d. He dreamed of being a famous director. 5. What does “prestigious” mean in the selection? a. selective b. international c. multi-awarded d. popular

11. 6. When Joaquin Valdes submitted his work to different international competitions, what character trait did he show? a. Creativity b. loyalty c. Confidence d. responsibility 7. What can Filipino students learn from Joaquin’s life? a. Make movies to receive international awards. b. Give your best in everything, even in simple school requirements. c. Choose the right course in college. d. Do everything to be sure that people will recognize you. 8. Which of the following illustrates creativity? a. Copy someone’s story b. Ask people for their ideas about some creative work c. Come up with a unique and interesting story d. Find different ways to research about people’s excellent work