Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12 - Quiz
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Alexandro Barrico
B) Herve Joncour
C) Allesandro Baricco
D) Alessandro Baricco
  • 2. What does silk primarily symbolize in the context of the novel?
A) Wealth and social status
B) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
C) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
D) The fragility and impermanence of life
  • 3. What does the ending of “Silk” primarily suggest about the nature of love and fulfilment?
A) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
B) The fragility and impermanence of life
C) Wealth and social status
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 a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
B) As a source of fascination and understanding, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural communication.
C) As a harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
D) As an opportunity for economic exploitation, with the West dominating the East.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Bob Ong
B) Lualhati Bautista
C) Lualhati Bautista
D) Lupe K. Santos
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
B) Rural Philippines during American Era.
C) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
D) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
B) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
C) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
D) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
  • 8. What is the main conflict Amanda Bartolome faces throughout the novel?
A) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
B) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
C) Finding a job to help their family.
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 remained silent and uninvolved.
C) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
D) He encourages and supports him.
  • 10. Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Family relationship and generational conflict.
B) The role of women in society
C) Environmental changes.
D) Martial Law and political oppression.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Spices
B) Silk
C) Tea
D) Opium
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) China
B) India
C) Italy
D) Japan
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) Hara kai
B) The Emperor
C) Sensei Ito
D) General Tanaka
  • 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) Sadness
B) Desire
C) Duty
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) 1970s
B) 1950s
C) 1980s
D) 1960s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Four
B) Five
C) Six
D) Three
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Ferdinand Marcos
B) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
C) Corazon Aquino
D) Manuel Quezon
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Political dynasty
B) Family matter
C) Job shortage
D) Political oppression and injustice
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Emmanuel Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Emmanuel Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jason 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 decade of the 1970s
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) Love and romance
B) Personal success
C) Political awakening and social change
D) Family relationships
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
B) They are portrayed as weak and helpless
C) They are portrayed as unimportant
D) They are portrayed as villains
  • 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 become more distant due to differing views
B) They grow closer
C) They remain the same
D) They fall out of love
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes safety
C) It symbolizes oppression and control
D) It symbolizes freedom
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Eman Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Isagani 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 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 her sadness
B) It symbolizes beauty
C) It symbolizes her changing identity and freedom
D) It symbolizes youth
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes justice
C) It symbolizes protection
D) It symbolizes oppression and violence
  • 38. How does Dekada '70 reflect the struggles of the Filipino people during Martial Law?
A) It glorifies them
B) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
C) It ignores them
D) It trivializes them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Writing children's books
B) Writing science fiction novels
C) Addressing social and political issues
D) Composing poetry
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) February 12, 2023
B) December 2, 1945
C) January 1, 1950
D) December 2, 1955
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 14, 2023
B) February 13, 2023
C) February 11, 2023
D) February 12, 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) Dekada ‘70
B) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Gapo
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Gapo
C) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
D) Dekada ‘70
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Pasig City
B) Cavite City
C) Pasay City
D) Tondo, Manila
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Marcos Era
B) Quezon Era
C) Japanese Era
D) Spanish Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Palanca Award
B) Novela award
C) Planca Award
D) FMM award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Essayist
B) Playwrite
C) Novelist
D) Poet
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Activist
B) Singer
C) Businessman
D) Politician
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