Sec. Quarter 21st Century ABM 12 - Quiz
  • 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) The beauty, desire, and the allure of the unknown.
B) The fragility and impermanence of life
C) Wealth and social status
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) The fragility and impermanence of life
B) Wealth and social status
C) That love and fulfilment are often elusive and may be found in unexpected places or forms.
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 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) Lupe K. Santos
B) Lualhati Bautista
C) Bob Ong
D) Lualhati Bautista
  • 6. What is the primary setting of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Urban Manila during Marcos Presidential.
B) Rural Philippines during American Era.
C) Urban Manila during Japanese Era.
D) Rural Philippines during Marcos Presidential.
  • 7. Who is the man protagonist and narrator of “Dekada ‘70”?
A) Amanda Bartolome, a mother and wife, who awaken from political system.
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) 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 remained silent and uninvolved.
B) He encourages and supports him.
C) He disapproves and persuades him to stop.
D) He joined with him.
  • 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) The role of women in society
D) Environmental changes.
  • 11. What is the primary commodity that Hervě Joncour trades in?
A) Spices
B) Silk
C) Tea
D) Opium
  • 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) 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) Two cups of tea
B) A plate of food
C) A water
D) wine
  • 17. In dekada ’70, what decade it takes in?
A) 1960s
B) 1970s
C) 1980s
D) 1950s
  • 18. 18.
    How many sons Amanda and Julian have?
A) Five
B) Three
C) Six
D) Four
  • 19. Which son became rebel?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Eman Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 20. Who declared Martial Law during that time?
A) Ferdinand Marcos
B) Corazon Aquino
C) Manuel Quezon
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) Isagani Bartolome
C) Jason Bartolome
D) Emmanuel Bartolome
  • 23. Which son is known for being artistic?
A) Jason Bartolome
B) Jules Bartolome
C) Eman Bartolome
D) Isagani Bartolome
  • 24. Which son is known for being womanizer?
A) Emmanuel Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Isagani Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 25. What is the name of Amanda’s fifth son?
A) Bingo Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Emmanuel Bartolome
D) Jules Bartolome
  • 26. What is the significance of the title "Dekada '70"?
A) It refers to the number of family members
B) It refers to Amanda's age
C) It represents the decade of the 1970s
D) It represents the number of chapters in the novel
  • 27. What is the main theme of Dekada '70?
A) Family relationships
B) Political awakening and social change
C) Personal success
D) Love and romance
  • 28. What is the role of women in Dekada '70?
A) They are portrayed as unimportant
B) They are portrayed as villains
C) They are portrayed as weak and helpless
D) They are portrayed as strong and resilient
  • 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 represent the people's resistance against the government
D) They are insignificant
  • 30. How does Amanda's relationship with Julian change over time?
A) They fall out of love
B) They remain the same
C) They become more distant due to differing views
D) They grow closer
  • 31. What is the symbolism of the curfew in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes safety
B) It symbolizes freedom
C) It symbolizes oppression and control
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 32. Which of Amanda's sons is least involved in activism?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 33. Which son of Amanda died because of drugs manipulation?
A) Isagani Bartolome
B) Jason Bartolome
C) Jules Bartolome
D) Eman Bartolome
  • 34. What is the role of education in the novel?
A) It is unimportant
B) It is a waste of time
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 controlled by the government and used for propaganda
B) It is unimportant
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 her changing identity and freedom
B) It symbolizes her sadness
C) It symbolizes beauty
D) It symbolizes youth
  • 37. What is the symbolism of the military in Dekada '70?
A) It symbolizes oppression and violence
B) It symbolizes protection
C) It symbolizes justice
D) It symbolizes peace
  • 38. How does Dekada '70 reflect the struggles of the Filipino people during Martial Law?
A) It trivializes them
B) It ignores them
C) It glorifies them
D) It portrays them realistically and poignantly
  • 39. What is Lualhati Bautista known for?
A) Composing poetry
B) Writing science fiction novels
C) Writing children's books
D) Addressing social and political issues
  • 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 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) Bulaklak Sa City Jail
C) Katugon ng Damdamin
D) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
  • 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) Dekada ‘70
B) Gapo
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Kung Mahawi man ang Ulap
  • 45. Which of the following is a short fiction collection by Lualhati Bautista?
A) Dekada ‘70
B) Gapo
C) Bata, Bata… Pa’no ka ginawa?
D) Buwan, Buwan Hulugan Mo Ako ng Sundang
  • 46. Where was Lualhati Bautista born?
A) Tondo, Manila
B) Cavite City
C) Pasay City
D) Pasig City
  • 47. Lualhati Bautista's work often covers issues from which periods?
A) Quezon Era
B) Spanish Era
C) Japanese Era
D) Marcos Era
  • 48. What award did Lualhati Bautista receive for her contributions to
A) Planca Award
B) Palanca Award
C) FMM award
D) Novela award
  • 49. What type of writer was Lualhati Bautista?
A) Essayist
B) Poet
C) Playwrite
D) Novelist
  • 50. Lualhati Bautista was also known as a/an:
A) Singer
B) Businessman
C) Politician
D) Activist
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