Literature and Culture Quiz

What materials were used to make visible markings?

• Wood and metal

• Glass and clay

• Leaves and palm fronds

• Plastic and paper

What is 'Bulong/Chant' used for?

• Mathematical calculations

• Historical documentation

• Witchcraft and enchantments

• Cooking recipes

What do folk songs primarily represent?

• Folk lyrics

• Scientific theories

• Political speeches

• Religious texts

What is a characteristic of folk songs?

• They are written in a foreign language

• They are mostly repetitive

• They are always sad

• They are only sung by men

What does mythology explain?

• The natural world and its origins

• Modern technology

• Mathematical concepts

• Cooking techniques

Who were the Thomasites?

• Historical warriors

• Local musicians

• Famous Filipino authors

• A group of American teachers

What was 'Dead Stars' known for?

• A historical novel

• A folk song

• Being the first English short story in the Philippines

• A famous poem

What type of literature is used to show respect to spirits?

• Mythology

• Short stories

• Folk songs

• Bulong/Chant

What is a feature of mythology?

• It focuses on modern life

• It is written in prose only

• It includes gods and goddesses

• It is always factual

What is the purpose of folk songs?

• To promote technology

• To document history

• To entertain and educate

• To teach mathematics