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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) The strength and resilience of the human spirit.
B) Wealth and social status
C) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
D) The fragility and impermanence of life
  • 3. What does the ending of “Silk” primarily suggest about the nature of love and fulfilment?
A) Wealth and social status
B) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
C) The fragility and impermanence of life
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 clash of civilizations, resulting in conflict and misunderstanding.
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 source of fascination and understanding, highlighting the challenges of cross-cultural communication.
  • 5. Who wrote the novel “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Lualhati Bautista
B) Lupe K. Santos
C) Lualhati Bautista
D) Bob Ong
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
B) Rural Philippines during American Era.
C) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
D) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Emanuel Bartolome, a student writer, who write editorial for Jules.
B) Jules Bartolome, a student activist, who became member of New People’s Army.
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) Finding a job to help their family.
B) When her sons never ask her opinion about their decisions.
C) The imprisonment of Jules, and the death of Jason.
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 remained silent and uninvolved.
B) He encourages and supports him.
C) He joined with him.
D) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
  • 10. Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Family relationship and generational conflict.
B) The role of women in society
C) Martial Law and political oppression.
D) Environmental changes.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Opium
B) Spices
C) Silk
D) Tea
  • 12. In what country does Joncour travel to obtain silk?
A) Italy
B) India
C) China
D) Japan
  • 13. Who is the enigmatic figure that Joncour deals with in Japan?
A) Sensei Ito
B) General Tanaka
C) Hara kai
D) The Emperor
  • 14. What language does Joncour use to communicate with Hara Kai?
A) Japanese
B) Mandarin
C) Tagalog
D) French
  • 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) 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) 1970s
C) 1960s
D) 1980s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Three
B) Four
C) Five
D) Six
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Eman Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Corazon Aquino
B) Manuel Quezon
C) Ferdinand Marcos
D) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
  • 21. What event led Jules to become radicalized?
A) Job shortage
B) Political dynasty
C) Political oppression and injustice
D) Family matter
  • 22. Which of Amanda's sons is a writer?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Bingo Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It refers to Amanda's age
B) It represents the decade of the 1970s
C) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
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) Love and romance
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 insignificant
B) They are just for show
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 remain the same
B) They become more distant due to differing views
C) They grow closer
D) They fall out of love
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and control
B) It symbolizes freedom
C) It symbolizes safety
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Jules Bartolome
B) Isagani Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Jason Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is a form of control
B) It is unimportant
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 her sadness
D) It symbolizes youth
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes peace
B) It symbolizes justice
C) It symbolizes oppression and violence
D) It symbolizes protection
  • 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 ignores them
D) It glorifies them
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Writing science fiction novels
B) Addressing social and political issues
C) Writing children's books
D) Composing poetry
  • 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 12, 2023
B) February 11, 2023
C) February 13, 2023
D) February 14, 2023
  • 42. What was the title of Lualhati Bautista's first published short story?
A) Gapo
B) Katugon ng Damdamin
C) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 43. Which Lualhati Bautista screenplay won almost all awards?
A) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
B) Bulaklak sa City Jail
C) Dekada ‘70
D) Gapo
  • 44. Which of Lualhati Bautista's works was nominated for an award in the Film Academy of the Philippines?
A) Gapo
B) Dekada ‘70
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) Dekada ‘70
B) Gapo
C) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Cavite City
B) Pasay City
C) Pasig 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) FMM award
B) Palanca Award
C) Novela 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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