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Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
Contributed by: Servando
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Allesandro Baricco
B) Alessandro Baricco
C) Herve Joncour
D) Alexandro Barrico
  • 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 beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
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) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
B) Wealth and social status
C) That one should always prioritize duty and responsibility over personal desires.
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 a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
D) As an opportunity for economic exploitation, with the West dominating the East.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Lualhati Bautista
B) Lualhati Bautista
C) Lupe K. Santos
D) Bob Ong
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
B) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
C) Rural Philippines during American Era.
D) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
B) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
C) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
D) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
  • 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 encourages and supports him.
B) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
C) He joined with him.
D) He remained silent and uninvolved.
  • 10. Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Martial Law and political oppression.
B) Environmental changes.
C) The role of women in society
D) Family relationship and generational conflict.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Tea
B) Spices
C) Silk
D) Opium
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) Japan
B) India
C) China
D) Italy
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) Hara kai
B) Sensei Ito
C) The Emperor
D) General Tanaka
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) Mandarin
B) French
C) Tagalog
D) Japanese
  • 15. What is the main emotion that drive Joncour’s journey?
A) Desire
B) Gratitude
C) Sadness
D) Duty
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) Two cups of tea
B) A plate of food
C) wine
D) A water
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1950s
B) 1980s
C) 1960s
D) 1970s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Three
B) Five
C) Four
D) Six
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
B) Corazon Aquino
C) Manuel Quezon
D) Ferdinand Marcos
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Political oppression and injustice
B) Job shortage
C) Family matter
D) Political dynasty
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Jason 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 represents the number of chapters in the novel
C) It refers to Amanda's age
D) It refers to the number of family members
  • 27. What is the main theme of Dekada '70?
A) Personal success
B) Political awakening and social change
C) Family relationships
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 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 a form of entertainment
B) They are insignificant
C) They are just for show
D) They represent the people's resistance against the government
  • 30. How does Amanda's relationship with Julian change over time?
A) They fall out of love
B) They grow closer
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 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) Jules Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is a waste of time
B) It is unimportant
C) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
D) It is a form of control
  • 35. What is the significance of the media in Dekada '70?
A) It is always accurate
B) It is always truthful
C) It is unimportant
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 youth
B) It symbolizes her changing identity and freedom
C) It symbolizes her sadness
D) It symbolizes beauty
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and violence
B) It symbolizes peace
C) It symbolizes justice
D) It symbolizes protection
  • 38. How does Dekada '70 reflect the struggles of the Filipino people during Martial Law?
A) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
B) It trivializes them
C) It glorifies them
D) It ignores them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Composing poetry
B) Addressing social and political issues
C) Writing children's books
D) Writing science fiction novels
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) December 2, 1945
B) January 1, 1950
C) February 12, 2023
D) December 2, 1955
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 13, 2023
B) February 12, 2023
C) February 14, 2023
D) February 11, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Gapo
C) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
D) Katugon ng Damdamin
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Bulaklak sa City Jail
B) Dekada ‘70
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Gapo
  • 44. Which of Lualhati Bautista's works was nominated for an award in the Film Academy of the Philippines?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Gapo
C) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Gapo
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
  • 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) Quezon Era
B) Marcos Era
C) Spanish Era
D) Japanese Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Novela award
B) Palanca Award
C) FMM award
D) Planca 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) Politician
C) Businessman
D) Singer
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