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Survey of Philippine Literature in English

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 13mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which historical period significantly influenced the development of Philippine literature in English?

a)

Spanish Colonial Era

b)

American Colonial Era

c)

Japanese Occupation

d)

Pre-colonial Period

2.

Who is considered a pioneer of Philippine literature in English, known for his nationalist themes?

a)

Jose Garcia Villa

b)

Claro M. Recto

c)

Nick Joaquin

d)

F. Sionil Jose

3.

What literary form became popular during the American colonial period in the Philippines?

a)

Epic poetry

b)

Short stories

c)

Novels

d)

Plays

4.

Which literary movement emphasized the use of vernacular language and themes of social realism?

a)

Modernism

b)

Post-colonialism

c)

Realism

d)

New Criticism

5.

Jose Garcia Villa is renowned for his unique style in which literary form?

a)

Novels

b)

Poetry

c)

Essays

d)

Drama

6.

Jose Garcia Villa is renowned for his unique style in which literary form?

a)

Novels

b)

Poetry

c)

Essays

d)

Drama

7.

Which author is known for his works exploring themes of class struggle and social injustice in the Philippines?

a)

Liwayway Arceo

b)

Paz Marquez Benitez

c)

F. Sionil Jose

d)

Carlos Bulosan

8.

What is a common characteristic of many post-colonial Philippine works in English?

a)

Celebration of Spanish heritage

b)

Exploration of identity and nationhood

c)

Focus on purely romantic themes

d)

Rejection of Western influences

9.

Which author is associated with the development of the Filipino psychological novel?

a)

Nick Joaquin

b)

Bienvenido Santos

c)

Edgardo Reyes

d)

Cirilo Bautista

10.

What is a significant theme often explored in Philippine literature in English?

a)

The impact of globalization

b)

The struggle for independence

c)

The complexities of family relationships

d)

All of the above

11.

Riddle 1: I have cities, but no houses; forests, but no trees; and water, but no fish. What am I?

a)
b)
c)
d)
12.

Riddle 2: What has an eye, but cannot see?

a)
b)
c)
d)
13.

Riddle 3: What is full of holes but still holds water?

a)
b)
c)
d)
14.

Riddle 4: What has one head, one foot, and four legs, but can't walk?

a)
b)
c)
d)
15.

Riddle 5: What is always in front of you but can't be seen?

a)
b)
c)
d)
16.

This Filipino author, known for his novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, is considered a foundational figure in Philippine literature, though he primarily wrote in Spanish.



(a)  

17.

This literary movement, prominent in early 20th-century Philippine literature, often featured themes of nationalism and social reform, reflecting the country's struggle for independence.



(a)  

18.

This author is considered a pioneer of Philippine literature in English, known for his/her experimental style and exploration of Filipino identity in the post-colonial period.

(a)  

19.

This literary form gained significant popularity in Philippine English literature during the post-colonial period, offering a concise means of exploring diverse themes and experiences.



(a)  

20.

This recurring theme in Philippine English literature often reflects the complexities of family dynamics, social structures, and cultural values within the Filipino context.



(a)