Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
  • 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 fragility and impermanence of life
C) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
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 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 source of fascination and understanding, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural communication.
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 harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
  • 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) Rural Philippines during American Era.
B) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
C) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
D) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
B) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
C) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
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) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
D) Finding a job to help their family.
  • 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) Environmental changes.
B) Family relationship and generational conflict.
C) The role of women in society
D) Martial Law and political oppression.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Opium
B) Silk
C) Spices
D) Tea
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) Japan
B) China
C) Italy
D) India
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) General Tanaka
B) Sensei Ito
C) Hara kai
D) The Emperor
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) French
B) Tagalog
C) Mandarin
D) Japanese
  • 15. What is the main emotion that drive Joncour’s journey?
A) Gratitude
B) Duty
C) Sadness
D) Desire
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) wine
B) A water
C) Two cups of tea
D) A plate of food
  • 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) Four
C) Six
D) Three
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Ferdinand Marcos
B) Manuel Quezon
C) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
D) Corazon Aquino
  • 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) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Eman Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jules 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) Emmanuel Bartolome
B) Bingo Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It refers to Amanda's age
B) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
C) It represents the decade of the 1970s
D) It refers to the number of family members
  • 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 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 a form of entertainment
B) They are just for show
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 grow closer
B) They fall out of love
C) They remain the same
D) They become more distant due to differing views
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and control
B) It symbolizes safety
C) It symbolizes freedom
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Eman 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 form of control
C) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
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 always accurate
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 beauty
B) It symbolizes youth
C) It symbolizes her sadness
D) It symbolizes her changing identity and freedom
  • 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 trivializes them
B) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
C) It glorifies them
D) It ignores them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Writing children's books
B) Writing science fiction novels
C) Composing poetry
D) Addressing social and political issues
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) February 12, 2023
B) December 2, 1955
C) December 2, 1945
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) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Gapo
  • 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) Gapo
B) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Dekada ‘70
  • 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) Pasig City
B) Cavite City
C) Pasay City
D) Tondo, Manila
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Japanese Era
B) Spanish Era
C) Marcos Era
D) Quezon Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Palanca Award
B) Planca Award
C) FMM award
D) Novela award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Novelist
B) Poet
C) Essayist
D) Playwrite
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Activist
B) Businessman
C) Politician
D) Singer
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