Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Alexandro Barrico
B) Alessandro Baricco
C) Allesandro Baricco
D) Herve Joncour
  • 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) That one should always prioritize duty and responsibility over personal desires.
C) Wealth and social status
D) The fragility and impermanence of life
  • 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 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 clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Bob Ong
B) Lupe K. Santos
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) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
B) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
C) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
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) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
B) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
C) Finding a job to help their family.
D) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
  • 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 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) The role of women in society
B) Family relationship and generational conflict.
C) Environmental changes.
D) Martial Law and political oppression.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Silk
B) Tea
C) Opium
D) Spices
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) Japan
B) Italy
C) China
D) India
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) Hara kai
B) The Emperor
C) General Tanaka
D) Sensei Ito
  • 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) Gratitude
B) Desire
C) Duty
D) Sadness
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) A plate of food
B) A water
C) wine
D) Two cups of tea
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1970s
B) 1980s
C) 1950s
D) 1960s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Six
B) Five
C) Four
D) Three
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Manuel Quezon
B) Corazon Aquino
C) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
D) Ferdinand Marcos
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Family matter
B) Political dynasty
C) Political oppression and injustice
D) Job shortage
  • 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) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman 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) Emmanuel Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Bingo Bartolome
D) Jules 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 represents the number of chapters in the novel
D) It refers to Amanda's age
  • 27. What is the main theme of Dekada '70?
A) Political awakening and social change
B) Love and romance
C) Personal success
D) Family relationships
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as weak and helpless
B) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
C) They are portrayed as villains
D) They are portrayed as unimportant
  • 29. What is the significance of the protests and rallies in the novel?
A) They are a form of entertainment
B) They are insignificant
C) They represent the people's resistance against the government
D) They are just for show
  • 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 fall out of love
D) They grow closer
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes oppression and control
C) It symbolizes freedom
D) It symbolizes safety
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Isagani 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 form of control
C) It is unimportant
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 always accurate
C) It is always truthful
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 her sadness
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 justice
B) It symbolizes peace
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 ignores them
B) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
C) It trivializes them
D) It glorifies them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Writing children's books
B) Composing poetry
C) Writing science fiction novels
D) Addressing social and political issues
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) January 1, 1950
B) February 12, 2023
C) December 2, 1955
D) December 2, 1945
  • 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) Gapo
B) Katugon ng Damdamin
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Gapo
B) Bulaklak sa City Jail
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Dekada ‘70
  • 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) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
D) Gapo
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
C) Gapo
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 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) Spanish Era
C) Quezon Era
D) Japanese Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Planca Award
B) Novela award
C) Palanca Award
D) FMM award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Playwrite
B) Poet
C) Essayist
D) Novelist
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Businessman
B) Politician
C) Activist
D) Singer
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