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Pokus ng Pandiwa Practice Quiz Worksheets

Boost your Filipino grammar skills with engaging exercises

Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 6
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting The Pokus Pandiwa Challenge, a trivia quiz for Filipino middle school students.

Easy
In the sentence 'Nagluto si Maria ng tanghalian', what does the word 'nagluto' indicate?
It indicates actor (simuno) focus
It indicates object (layon) focus
It indicates location focus
It indicates instrumental focus
The affix 'nag-' signals that the verb is in actor focus, highlighting the subject performing the action. This is a key feature of the pokus ng pandiwa in Filipino grammar.
Which of the following affixes is used to form the actor focus (pokus sa simuno) of a verb in Tagalog?
mag-
in-
i-
pag-
The affix 'mag-' is commonly used to indicate actor focus in Tagalog verbs. This form places emphasis on the subject as the one performing the action.
In the sentence 'Ihahatid ni Pedro ang regalo', which focus is marked by the verb form 'ihahatid'?
Actor focus (pokus sa simuno)
Object focus (pokus sa layon)
Location focus
Instrumental focus
The prefix 'i-' in 'ihahatid' marks the verb as object-focused, emphasizing the noun that receives the action. This is a common structure in Filipino grammar to shift attention to the object.
What does the term 'pokus ng pandiwa' refer to in Filipino grammar?
It refers to verb tense.
It refers to the focus or trigger within the verb that indicates the role of the participants.
It refers to the sentence's subject only.
It refers to the predicate adjective.
Pokus ng pandiwa deals with which element of the verb is emphasized, determining whether the sentence highlights the actor or the object. This understanding is crucial for correctly interpreting Filipino sentence structure.
Which sentence correctly uses the actor-focus form with the infix '-um-'?
Tumakbo si Luis patungo sa paaralan.
Takbuhin ni Luis ang relay race.
Ipatakbo ni Luis ang makina.
Pag-takbo ni Luis ay mabilis.
The verb form 'tumakbo' employs the infix '-um-', which is characteristic of actor focus in Tagalog. This construction highlights that the subject (Luis) is the one performing the action.
Medium
Which affix typically indicates object focus (pokus sa layon) in Tagalog verbs?
mag-
um-
i-
ma-
The prefix 'i-' is commonly used to form object-focused verbs in Tagalog. It shifts the grammatical emphasis from the subject to the object of the action.
Which sentence correctly demonstrates object focus (pokus sa layon) of the verb?
Nagluto si Maria ng tinola.
Niluto ni Maria ang tinola.
Tumakbo si Maria patungo sa tindahan.
Magluto si Maria ng tinola.
The sentence 'Niluto ni Maria ang tinola.' uses the object-focus form by employing the 'in-' affix, which emphasizes the action's impact on the object. The other sentences use forms that emphasize the actor.
Identify the correct object-focused transformation of the actor-focused verb for the root 'basa' (to read).
Binasaan
Binasa
Bumabasa
Magbasa
For the root 'basa', the actor focus might be rendered as 'nagbasa', while forming the object focus involves adding the 'in-' marker to produce 'binasa'. This transformation shifts the focus onto the object being read.
In the verb form 'Sinulat' as in 'Sinulat ni Ana ang liham', which morphological marker indicates its object focus?
The prefix 'si-'
The infix '-in-'
The suffix '-at'
The reduplication of the root
The insertion of the infix '-in-' in 'sinulat' is the key morphological marker that signals object focus. This marker shifts the grammatical emphasis onto the object rather than the subject.
Transform the actor-focused sentence 'Nagluto si Mang Juan ng sinigang' into its object-focused form.
Niluto ni Mang Juan ang sinigang.
Nagluto ni Mang Juan ang sinigang.
Magluto si Mang Juan ng sinigang.
Tumluto si Mang Juan ng sinigang.
Changing 'nagluto' to 'niluto' shifts the focus from the actor to the object - in this case, sinigang. This transformation maintains the sentence's meaning while applying the correct object-focus form.
Which component of a Tagalog verb primarily determines its focus (pokus ng pandiwa)?
The subject noun
The affix attached to the verb
The object noun
The punctuation at the end
The affix attached to the base verb is crucial in determining the focus of the verb. It signals whether the sentence emphasizes the actor or the object, which is central to understanding pokus ng pandiwa.
For the root 'bigay' (to give), which sentence uses the verb in object focus?
Nagbigay ang ama ng regalo.
Ibinigay ng ama ang regalo.
Bigay ang ama ng regalo.
Ibibigay ng ama ang regalo.
The form 'ibinigay' employs the 'i-' prefix, which is a marker of object focus. This emphasizes the object (the regalo) as the recipient of the action, contrasting with the actor-focused form 'nagbigay'.
Which of the following is a characteristic of actor-focus verb forms in Filipino?
They typically use the prefix 'mag-'
They often employ the infix '-in-'
They usually reference the object being acted upon
They negate the subject's role
Actor-focus verbs in Filipino frequently use prefixes like 'mag-' or 'nag-' to emphasize the subject performing the action. This morphological pattern clearly differentiates actor focus from object focus.
Consider the sentence: 'Umiyak ang bata.' What does the verb form indicate about the sentence's focus?
The verb 'umiyak' shows actor focus, highlighting the subject 'ang bata.'
The verb 'umiyak' indicates object focus, emphasizing the emotion.
The sentence has no clear verb focus.
The focus is on the instrument causing the action.
The infix '-um-' in 'umiyak' is typical of actor-focus verb forms, directing the emphasis towards the subject, 'ang bata.' This clearly shows who is performing the action.
Determine the focus in the sentence: 'Ihahatid ni Tina ang mga gamit sa paaralan.'
Actor focus, because it highlights Tina.
Object focus, due to the prefix 'i-' in 'ihahatid.'
Instrumental focus, with emphasis on the items.
Locative focus, indicating the destination.
The prefix 'i-' in 'ihahatid' marks the verb as object-focused, which shifts the emphasis to 'ang mga gamit.' This structure is essential for expressing object focus in Filipino sentences.
Hard
Analyze the sentence 'Ibinenta ni Ana ang sasakyan sa matinding presyo.' What is the effect of using the object-focus form in this sentence?
It emphasizes the seller's role.
It shifts focus to the buyer's action.
It focuses on the object 'sasakyan' and its associated value.
It does not demonstrate any focus change.
Using 'ibinenta' highlights the object 'sasakyan' by placing emphasis on the item and aspects like its price. This focus is common when the object is significant to the meaning of the sentence.
Which transformation best demonstrates the shift from actor-focus to object-focus for the verb 'tawag' (to call)?
'Tumawag' becomes 'tinawag'
'Tumawag' becomes 'tawagan'
'Tumawag' becomes 'tawagin'
'Tumawag' remains 'tumawag'
Transforming 'tumawag' to 'tinawag' changes the focus from the actor to the object. This alteration is achieved by replacing the actor-focus marker with the object-focus marker, a common pattern in Tagalog verbs.
Examine the sentence 'Ikinuwento ni Liza ang karanasan sa kanyang paglalakbay.' Which element in 'ikinuwento' indicates a shift in focus?
The prefix 'iki-' shows actor focus.
The infix '-in-' indicates that the focus is on the object 'karanasan'.
The suffix '-to' expresses the time of action.
The root 'kwento' carries the focus information.
The infix '-in-' in 'ikinuwento' is the marker that signals object focus, shifting the emphasis to the content of the message - the 'karanasan'. This morphological detail is key to understanding nuanced focus in Filipino verbs.
Which sentence below uses a less common focus form to emphasize the beneficiary of an action?
Nagluto si Carlo ng tinola.
Niluto ni Carlo ang tinola.
Ipinagluto ni Carlo para sa kanyang kapatid ang tinola.
Tumakbo si Carlo papuntang palengke.
The sentence 'Ipinagluto ni Carlo para sa kanyang kapatid ang tinola.' uses a construction that emphasizes the beneficiary of the action through the phrase 'para sa kanyang kapatid' along with the less common verb form 'ipinagluto.' This structure highlights a nuanced focus in the sentence.
Given the root 'linis' (to clean), which is the correct object-focused past tense form?
Naglinsis
Nilinis
Linisin
Maglinis
For the root 'linis', converting the verb from actor focus to object focus in past tense involves replacing the 'nag-' prefix with 'in-', forming 'nilinis.' This correctly shifts the emphasis to the object that is being cleaned.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify the role of verbs in Filipino sentences.
  2. Differentiate between various types of verbs based on their usage.
  3. Analyze sentence structures to pinpoint the placement of verbs.
  4. Apply correct verb forms in given contexts.
  5. Synthesize knowledge to enhance overall exam readiness.

Pokus ng Pandiwa Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the Concept of Pokus ng Pandiwa - Ever felt puzzled by Filipino verbs? Pokus ng Pandiwa is like the spotlight on a stage that shows who's doing, receiving, or being affected by the action. Mastering this concept will help you build clear, powerful sentences every time. Pokus ng Pandiwa at mga Halimbawa
  2. Identify the Seven Types of Verb Focus - Think of these seven focuses as superhero capes for your verbs, each highlighting a different "hero" in the action. From Actor to Directional focus, knowing them all gives you ultimate grammar power. Ready to suit up? Pokus ng Pandiwa: Kahulugan, mga Halimbawa, at Pagsasanay
  3. Recognize the Actor Focus (Aktor-Pokus) - This focus puts the doer of the action front and center - like the star of a movie. Watch for prefixes like mag‑, um‑, and mang‑, as in "Nagbasa si Juan ng libro." Want more blockbuster examples? Pokus ng Pandiwa at mga Halimbawa
  4. Understand the Goal Focus (Pokus sa Layon) - Here, the spotlight shifts to the receiver of the action, making them the VIP of the sentence. Look out for -in-, -i-, and -an, as in "Kinain ni Maria ang mansanas." Dive deeper into more juicy details! Pokus ng Pandiwa: Kahulugan, mga Halimbawa, at Pagsasanay
  5. Learn the Locative Focus (Pokus sa Ganapan) - This focus highlights where the action happens, turning locations into the main attraction. Spot prefixes like pag-/-an and pinag-/-an in sentences such as "Pinaglutoan ni Ana ng adobo ang kawali." Explore more vivid scenes here: Pokus ng Pandiwa at mga Halimbawa
  6. Explore the Benefactive Focus (Pokus sa Tagatanggap) - Make the beneficiary the star of the show! With prefixes like i-, ipag-, and ipinag-, the focus is on who gains from the action, e.g., "Ipinagluto ni Lola si Pedro ng sopas." Discover more feel‑good examples: Pokus ng Pandiwa: Kahulugan, mga Halimbawa, at Pagsasanay
  7. Understand the Instrumental Focus (Pokus sa Gamit) - Time to spotlight the tool or instrument driving the action. Watch for ipang- and maipang-, like in "Ipinanghampas niya sa mesa ang libro." Gear up with extra insights here: Pokus ng Pandiwa at mga Halimbawa
  8. Learn the Causative Focus (Pokus sa Sanhi) - Shine a light on the reason behind the action, turning the cause into the headline. Look for prefixes such as i-, ika-, and ikina- in "Ikinatuwa ni Carla ang regalo." Uncover more cause‑and‑effect magic: Pokus ng Pandiwa: Kahulugan, mga Halimbawa, at Pagsasanay
  9. Recognize the Directional Focus (Pokus sa Direksyon) - Point your grammar compass toward the action's destination or direction. Keep an eye out for -an, -han, and -in in sentences like "Pinuntahan ni Jose ang palengke." Navigate through more examples here: Pokus ng Pandiwa at mga Halimbawa
  10. Practice with Worksheets - Turn theory into mastery by tackling fun, interactive exercises. These worksheets will quiz you on each focus until you ace them all! Grab your study tools and start practicing today. Pokus ng Pandiwa Worksheets
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