Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Alexandro Barrico
B) Allesandro Baricco
C) Alessandro Baricco
D) Herve Joncour
  • 2. What does silk primarily symbolize in the context of the novel?
A) The fragility and impermanence of life
B) Wealth and social status
C) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
D) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
  • 3. What does the ending of “Silk” primarily suggest about the nature of love and fulfilment?
A) That one should always prioritize duty and responsibility over personal desires.
B) The fragility and impermanence of life
C) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
D) Wealth and social status
  • 4. How does “Silk” primarily portray the meeting of Eastern and Western cultures?
A) As a source of fascination and understanding, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural communication.
B) As an opportunity for economic exploitation, with the West dominating the East.
C) As a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
D) As a harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Lupe K. Santos
B) Bob Ong
C) Lualhati Bautista
D) Lualhati Bautista
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
B) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
C) Rural Philippines during American Era.
D) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
B) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
C) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
D) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
  • 8. What is the main conflict Amanda Bartolome faces throughout the novel?
A) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
B) Finding a job to help their family.
C) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
D) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
  • 9. How does Julian Bartolome, Amanda’s husband, primarily react to his sons’ activism?
A) He joined with him.
B) He encourages and supports him.
C) He remained silent and uninvolved.
D) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
  • 10. Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in “Dekada ‘70”?
A) The role of women in society
B) Martial Law and political oppression.
C) Environmental changes.
D) Family relationship and generational conflict.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Silk
B) Spices
C) Tea
D) Opium
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) Japan
B) Italy
C) China
D) India
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) Hara kai
B) The Emperor
C) General Tanaka
D) Sensei Ito
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) French
B) Japanese
C) Mandarin
D) Tagalog
  • 15. What is the main emotion that drive Joncour’s journey?
A) Gratitude
B) Sadness
C) Desire
D) Duty
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) Two cups of tea
B) A water
C) A plate of food
D) wine
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1950s
B) 1970s
C) 1980s
D) 1960s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Four
B) Six
C) Three
D) Five
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Eman Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
B) Ferdinand Marcos
C) Manuel Quezon
D) Corazon Aquino
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Political dynasty
B) Job shortage
C) Political oppression and injustice
D) Family matter
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Emmanuel Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Bingo Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It refers to the number of family members
B) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
C) It represents the decade of the 1970s
D) It refers to Amanda's age
  • 27. What is the main theme of Dekada '70?
A) Personal success
B) Family relationships
C) Love and romance
D) Political awakening and social change
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as villains
B) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
C) They are portrayed as unimportant
D) They are portrayed as weak and helpless
  • 29. What is the significance of the protests and rallies in the novel?
A) They are just for show
B) They are insignificant
C) They are a form of entertainment
D) They represent the people's resistance against the government
  • 30. How does Amanda's relationship with Julian change over time?
A) They fall out of love
B) They grow closer
C) They become more distant due to differing views
D) They remain the same
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes freedom
C) It symbolizes oppression and control
D) It symbolizes safety
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is unimportant
B) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
C) It is a form of control
D) It is a waste of time
  • 35. What is the significance of the media in Dekada '70?
A) It is always accurate
B) It is always truthful
C) It is unimportant
D) It is controlled by the government and used for propaganda
  • 36. What is the symbolism of Amanda's hair in the novel?
A) It symbolizes youth
B) It symbolizes her changing identity and freedom
C) It symbolizes her sadness
D) It symbolizes beauty
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and violence
B) It symbolizes protection
C) It symbolizes peace
D) It symbolizes justice
  • 38. How does Dekada '70 reflect the struggles of the Filipino people during Martial Law?
A) It glorifies them
B) It ignores them
C) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
D) It trivializes them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Composing poetry
B) Writing children's books
C) Writing science fiction novels
D) Addressing social and political issues
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) December 2, 1955
B) January 1, 1950
C) February 12, 2023
D) December 2, 1945
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 14, 2023
B) February 12, 2023
C) February 11, 2023
D) February 13, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Gapo
B) Katugon ng Damdamin
C) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
C) Gapo
D) Bulaklak sa City Jail
  • 44. Which of Lualhati Bautista's works was nominated for an award in the Film Academy of the Philippines?
A) Gapo
B) Dekada ‘70
C) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Gapo
B) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Dekada ‘70
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Cavite City
B) Pasay City
C) Tondo, Manila
D) Pasig City
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Japanese Era
B) Quezon Era
C) Spanish Era
D) Marcos Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Novela award
B) Palanca Award
C) FMM award
D) Planca Award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Novelist
B) Essayist
C) Playwrite
D) Poet
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Singer
B) Activist
C) Businessman
D) Politician
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