Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Allesandro Baricco
B) Alexandro Barrico
C) Alessandro Baricco
D) Herve Joncour
  • 2. What does silk primarily symbolize in the context of the novel?
A) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
B) The fragility and impermanence of life
C) Wealth and social status
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) Wealth and social status
B) That one should always prioritize duty and responsibility over personal desires.
C) The fragility and impermanence of life
D) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
  • 4. How does “Silk” primarily portray the meeting of Eastern and Western cultures?
A) As a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
B) As a harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
C) As an opportunity for economic exploitation, with the West dominating the East.
D) As a source of fascination and understanding, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural communication.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Lualhati Bautista
B) Lualhati Bautista
C) Bob Ong
D) Lupe K. Santos
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
B) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
C) Rural Philippines during American Era.
D) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
B) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
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) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
B) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
C) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
D) Finding a job to help their family.
  • 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) Martial Law and political oppression.
B) Family relationship and generational conflict.
C) Environmental changes.
D) The role of women in society
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Opium
B) Tea
C) Silk
D) Spices
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) China
B) Japan
C) Italy
D) India
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) The Emperor
B) Sensei Ito
C) General Tanaka
D) Hara kai
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) Mandarin
B) Japanese
C) French
D) Tagalog
  • 15. What is the main emotion that drive Joncour’s journey?
A) Duty
B) Desire
C) Sadness
D) Gratitude
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) A water
B) A plate of food
C) wine
D) Two cups of tea
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1950s
B) 1980s
C) 1960s
D) 1970s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Five
B) Six
C) Four
D) Three
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
B) Manuel Quezon
C) Corazon Aquino
D) Ferdinand Marcos
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Political oppression and injustice
B) Political dynasty
C) Family matter
D) Job shortage
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Emmanuel Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Bingo 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) Love and romance
B) Family relationships
C) Personal success
D) Political awakening and social change
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as weak and helpless
B) They are portrayed as villains
C) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
D) They are portrayed as unimportant
  • 29. What is the significance of the protests and rallies in the novel?
A) They are just for show
B) They are a form of entertainment
C) They are insignificant
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 remain the same
C) They grow closer
D) They become more distant due to differing views
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes safety
B) It symbolizes oppression and control
C) It symbolizes freedom
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
B) It is a waste of time
C) It is unimportant
D) It is a form of control
  • 35. What is the significance of the media in Dekada '70?
A) It is always truthful
B) It is unimportant
C) It is controlled by the government and used for propaganda
D) It is always accurate
  • 36. What is the symbolism of Amanda's hair in the novel?
A) It symbolizes youth
B) It symbolizes beauty
C) It symbolizes her changing identity and freedom
D) It symbolizes her sadness
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes protection
B) It symbolizes justice
C) It symbolizes oppression and violence
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 38. How does Dekada '70 reflect the struggles of the Filipino people during Martial Law?
A) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
B) It trivializes them
C) It ignores them
D) It glorifies them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Writing science fiction novels
B) Writing children's books
C) Composing poetry
D) Addressing social and political issues
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) February 12, 2023
B) January 1, 1950
C) December 2, 1945
D) December 2, 1955
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 12, 2023
B) February 14, 2023
C) February 11, 2023
D) February 13, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Gapo
C) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
D) Katugon ng Damdamin
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Bulaklak sa City Jail
B) Gapo
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 44. Which of Lualhati Bautista's works was nominated for an award in the Film Academy of the Philippines?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Dekada ‘70
C) Gapo
D) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Gapo
B) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Tondo, Manila
B) Cavite City
C) Pasay City
D) Pasig City
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Quezon Era
B) Marcos Era
C) Japanese Era
D) Spanish Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) FMM award
B) Palanca Award
C) Planca Award
D) Novela award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Playwrite
B) Novelist
C) Poet
D) Essayist
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Activist
B) Singer
C) Politician
D) Businessman
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