The Legend of the Pineapple Quiz and Flashcards

What was Pina's mother's initial request to her?

Why did Pina claim she didn't cook?

What did Pina's mother wish for her to have after getting angry?

What did Pina's mother find in the backyard after months?

What did the yellow fruit inside the plant resemble?

What was the main reason why Pina's mother worked day and night?

What was Pina's habit whenever her mother asked for help?

What did Pina's mother ask her to do when she became ill?

What did Pina's mother say to make her stop playing and come inside?

What did Pina's mother say was needed to cook porridge?

The Story of Pina and Her Mother

Pina is a lazy and spoiled child who lives with her mother in a small hut in the village.
Her mother works hard to make ends meet, but Pina never helps with household chores or errands, often making excuses that she can't find the necessary objects.
When her mother becomes ill, she asks Pina to cook porridge for her, but Pina is reluctant to help.

The Incident in the Kitchen

Pina's mother gives her instructions on how to cook, but Pina leaves the kitchen and goes to the backyard without doing the task.
When her mother asks if she cooked the porridge, Pina responds that she couldn't find the ladle.
Her mother is frustrated and angry, saying she wishes Pina would grow a thousand eyes so she could find what she's looking for.

The Consequences of the Mother's Wish

After the mother's outburst, Pina disappears, and her mother is left to do the cooking herself.
The mother searches for Pina but can't find her, and months pass without any sign of her.
The mother regrets her angry words and fears she may never see her daughter again.

The Legend of the Pineapple

The mother notices a strange plant growing in the backyard where Pina was last seen.
The plant produces a yellow fruit that resembles a child's head with a thousand eyes.
The mother realizes that her spiteful words have come true, and Pina has been transformed into the pineapple.

Test your knowledge of a classic Filipino folk tale about a lazy daughter named Pina and her hardworking mother. Learn about the story's themes and characters in this engaging quiz. Discover the legend behind the pineapple and its significance in Filipino culture.