Philippine Literature Quiz

What is the first book published in the Philippines?

• Arte y Reglas de la Lengua Tagala

• Urbana at Felisa

• Doctrina Christiana

• Barlaan at Josephat

Who is the first Filipino author to write a short story in English?

• Jose Garcia Villa

• Zoilo Galang

• Carlos P. Romulo

• Paz Marquez Benitez

What literary form is 'Walang Sugat'?

• Zarzuela

• Cenaculo

• Moro-moro

• Awit

Which period saw the introduction of English as the medium of instruction?

• Pre-colonial Period

• Spanish Colonial Period

• American Period

• Japanese Period

What is the main theme of 'Footnote to Youth'?

• War and Peace

• Young Love and Responsibility

• Cultural Identity

• Religious Faith

Who wrote 'I Am a Filipino'?

• Fernando Ma. Guerrero

• Carlos P. Romulo

• Manuel Arguilla

• Claro M. Recto

What does 'Moro-moro' depict?

• A biography of a saint

• A romantic story

• Victory of Christians over Muslims

• A religious chant

Which literary form became dominant during the American Period?

• Short Stories

• Poetry

• Epics

• Folk Songs

What is 'Arte y Reglas de la Lengua Tagala'?

• First poetry collection in Tagalog

• First novel in Tagalog

• First grammar book of Tagalog

• First dictionary of Tagalog

What is the significance of the year 1565 in Philippine literature?

• Introduction of English literature

• First publication of a Filipino book

• Start of Spanish colonization

• Start of American colonization