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