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Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12
Contributed by: Servando
  • 1. Who wrote the novel “Silk”?
A) Alessandro Baricco
B) Allesandro Baricco
C) Alexandro Barrico
D) Herve Joncour
  • 2. What does silk primarily symbolize in the context of the novel?
A) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
B) The fragility and impermanence of life
C) Wealth and social status
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) The fragility and impermanence of life
D) Wealth and social status
  • 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 an opportunity for economic exploitation, with the West dominating the East.
C) As a harmonious exchange of ideas and traditions, leading to mutual understanding
D) As a clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Lualhati Bautista
B) Bob Ong
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 Marcos Presidential.
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) Amanda Bartolome, a journalist, who fight through writing an editorial paper.
C) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
D) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
  • 8. What is the main conflict Amanda Bartolome faces throughout the novel?
A) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
B) Her struggle to maintain a traditional role as a wife and mother, while her sons become activism.
C) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
D) Finding a job to help their family.
  • 9. How does Julian Bartolome, Amanda’s husband, primarily react to his sons’ activism?
A) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
B) He joined with him.
C) He encourages and supports 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) Family relationship and generational conflict.
C) Environmental changes.
D) The role of women in society
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Tea
B) Opium
C) Spices
D) Silk
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) China
B) India
C) Japan
D) Italy
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) The Emperor
B) Sensei Ito
C) General Tanaka
D) Hara kai
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) Japanese
B) Tagalog
C) French
D) Mandarin
  • 15. What is the main emotion that drive Joncour’s journey?
A) Gratitude
B) Duty
C) Desire
D) Sadness
  • 16. What does the servant place before Joncour and Hara kai?
A) A plate of food
B) wine
C) Two cups of tea
D) A water
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1980s
B) 1970s
C) 1950s
D) 1960s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Four
B) Six
C) Three
D) Five
  • 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) 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 oppression and injustice
C) Job shortage
D) Political dynasty
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Emmanuel Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Emmanuel Bartolome
C) Bingo Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It refers to Amanda's age
B) It refers to the number of family members
C) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
D) It represents the decade of the 1970s
  • 27. What is the main theme of Dekada '70?
A) Love and romance
B) Political awakening and social change
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 unimportant
C) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
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 represent the people's resistance against the government
C) They are insignificant
D) They are a form of entertainment
  • 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 freedom
B) It symbolizes peace
C) It symbolizes oppression and control
D) It symbolizes safety
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is a tool for awakening and empowerment
B) It is a waste of time
C) It is unimportant
D) It is a form of control
  • 35. What is the significance of the media in Dekada '70?
A) It is unimportant
B) It is always truthful
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 changing identity and freedom
B) It symbolizes youth
C) It symbolizes beauty
D) It symbolizes her sadness
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and violence
B) It symbolizes peace
C) It symbolizes protection
D) It symbolizes justice
  • 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) Addressing social and political issues
B) Writing children's books
C) Composing poetry
D) Writing science fiction novels
  • 40. When was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) December 2, 1945
B) December 2, 1955
C) January 1, 1950
D) February 12, 2023
  • 41. When did Lualhati Bautista pass away?
A) February 11, 2023
B) February 12, 2023
C) February 14, 2023
D) February 13, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Katugon ng Damdamin
B) Gapo
C) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
C) Bulaklak sa City Jail
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) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
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) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Gapo
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Tondo, Manila
B) Pasay City
C) Cavite City
D) Pasig City
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Spanish Era
B) Marcos Era
C) Quezon Era
D) Japanese Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Palanca Award
B) Planca Award
C) Novela award
D) FMM award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Essayist
B) Poet
C) Novelist
D) Playwrite
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Politician
B) Activist
C) Singer
D) Businessman
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