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) Wealth and social status
B) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
C) The fragility and impermanence of life
D) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
  • 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 harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
B) As a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
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) 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) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
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 journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
  • 8. What is the main conflict Amanda Bartolome faces throughout the novel?
A) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
B) Finding a job to help their family.
C) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
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 joined with him.
C) He encourages and supports him.
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) Tea
B) Spices
C) Opium
D) Silk
  • 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) Sensei Ito
B) The Emperor
C) Hara kai
D) General Tanaka
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) Japanese
B) French
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) A water
B) Two cups of tea
C) A plate of food
D) wine
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1950s
B) 1960s
C) 1970s
D) 1980s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Five
B) Six
C) Four
D) Three
  • 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) Ferdinand Marcos
B) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
C) Corazon Aquino
D) Manuel Quezon
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Family matter
B) Political oppression and injustice
C) Job shortage
D) Political dynasty
  • 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) Jules Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Bingo Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
B) It refers to the number of family members
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) Political awakening and social change
D) Love and romance
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
B) They are portrayed as unimportant
C) They are portrayed as villains
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 become more distant due to differing views
B) They remain the same
C) They grow closer
D) They fall out of love
  • 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) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Eman Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is unimportant
B) It is a form of control
C) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
D) It is a waste of time
  • 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 her changing identity and freedom
C) It symbolizes youth
D) It symbolizes her sadness
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes protection
C) It symbolizes justice
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 trivializes them
C) It ignores them
D) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Addressing social and political issues
B) Writing children's books
C) Writing science fiction novels
D) Composing poetry
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) February 12, 2023
B) December 2, 1945
C) December 2, 1955
D) January 1, 1950
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 14, 2023
B) February 12, 2023
C) February 13, 2023
D) February 11, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Katugon ng Damdamin
B) Gapo
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Bulaklak sa City Jail
C) Gapo
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) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Gapo
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
B) Gapo
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Cavite City
B) Pasig City
C) Tondo, Manila
D) Pasay City
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Marcos Era
B) Quezon Era
C) Spanish Era
D) Japanese Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Novela award
B) FMM award
C) Planca Award
D) Palanca Award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Novelist
B) Playwrite
C) Poet
D) Essayist
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Businessman
B) Activist
C) Singer
D) Politician
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