Phil lit Part 3

Maragtas is a historical account written in Spanish, focusing on:

• The history of the Philippine revolution

• Pre-colonial Filipino culture and society

• The rise of Filipino nationalism

• The Filipino struggle for independence

What was the purpose of writing Maragtas during the Spanish period?

• To recount the adventures of Filipino heroes

• To preserve pre-colonial Filipino history and myths

• To educate the Filipino public on national pride

• To criticize Spanish colonial rulers

Who were the pioneer writers of the American colonial period?

• Justo Juliano, Juan F. Salazar, and Proceso Sebastian

• Jose Garcia Villa, Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero, and Carlos P. Romulo

• Zoilo Galang, Rodolfo Dato, and Abelardo Subido

• Camilo Osias, Jorge Bacobo, and Manuel Arguilla

The Radiant Symbol by Jorge Bacobo discusses:

• Struggle for freedom

• Transformation of the Filipino soul

• Social conditions under the American colonizers

• Role of Filipino women in society

Which role of Filipino writers during the American period most effectively shaped national sentiment despite colonial pressure?

• Entertainment through poetry and short stories

• Advocacy for American cultural assimilation

• Preservation of Filipino identity amidst colonization

• Open resistance to colonial governance

Which author’s contribution to Philippine literature in English best justifies their attribution as the writer of Sunset?

• Paz Latorena (focused on feminist themes)

• Paz Marquez Benitez (pioneered modernist fiction)

• Rafael Zulueta da Costa (explored postcolonial identity)

• Carlos Romulo (emphasized political journalism)

How does My Mother by Juan F. Salazar exemplify the use of poetry to elevate maternal roles in Filipino society?

• By idealizing motherhood through lyrical imagery

• By critiquing societal neglect of mothers

• By blending historical narratives with personal reflection

• By dramatizing family conflicts

Which assessment best captures the significance of Bamboo Flute by Marcelo de Gracia Concepcion?

• A romanticized portrayal of rural Filipino life

• A critique of colonial social stratification

• A fusion of nature imagery and cultural symbolism

• A satirical commentary on urban modernization

How does How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife by Manuel Arguilla most effectively critique societal norms?

• By contrasting rural traditions with urban modernity

• By highlighting gender disparities in Filipino families

• By romanticizing agrarian lifestyles

• By condemning colonial-era corruption

Which writer’s bilingual (Spanish/English) works had the greatest impact on preserving pre-colonial Filipino identity?

• Carlos P. Romulo (political essays)

• Francisco Baltazar (oral tradition adaptations)

• Modesto de Castro (religious morality tales)

• Jose Rizal (nationalist novels)