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High School Department

2nd Semester, 2016-2017

Quarterly Examination in 21ST CENTURY LITERATURE FROM THE PHIL. AND THE WORLD

Name: ____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Block: _____________________ Score: ____________________

I. General Direction: Read each item carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct or
best answer.
1. Which of the following statements best defines literature?
A. It is a body of work, either written, oral, or visual; containing imaginative language that
realistically portrays human thought, emotion, and experiences.
B. It is anything that is printed, as long as it is related to the ideas and feelings of people.
C. It is the expression of human thoughts, feelings and experiences in written, oral, or visual
forms which stand the test of time because of its universality.
D. It is a product of a particular culture that concretizes mans array of values, emotions,
actions, and ideas.
2. Jose Rizals two novels, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, are still being read and studied
because both have themes which are relevant then and now. What literary standard is this?
A. Artistry
B. Permanence
C. Universality
D. Suggestiveness
3. Footnote to Youth by Jose Garcia Villa is a wakeup call to our youth for them not to make hasty
or impulsive decisions at the stage of their lives.
A. Suggestiveness
B. Universality
C. Artistry
D. Spiritual Value
4. There are great literary works which move readers deeply and stir feelings beyond ordinary
experience. Which of the following standard does this refer to?
A. Suggestiveness
B. Universality
C. Artistry
D. Spiritual Value
5. Works of Nick Joaquin and Cirilo Bautista such as Summer Solstice and Resurrection,
respectively, are well crafted since they make people realize truths about life and human
nature. These characterize which literary standard?
A. Style
B. Spiritual Value
C. Suggestiveness
D. Intellectual Value

For nos. 6-11, classify the statements according to the periods in literary history. Refer
to the choices below.

A. Precolonial
B. Spanish
C. American
D. Contemporary

6. English language was introduced to Filipinos. _____________

7. Freedom of expression was limited during the Martial Law Era. _____________
8. Doctrina Cristiana was published. _____________
9. It is characterized by mostly oral literature. _____________
10. Religion became an important theme in writings. _____________
11. Modesto de Castros Urbana at Feliza was written. _____________

12. What is the basic criterion for an artist to be qualified for the National Artist Award?
A. Must have enjoyed broad recognition

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 B. Must reflect in ones works the spirit of nationhood
C. Must have pioneered in creative mode of expression
D. Must be a Filipino citizen
13. Who is famous for his extensive use of punctuations?
A. Nick Joaquin
B. Bienvenido Lumbera
C. Jose Garcia Villa
D. Cirilo Bautista
14. Which of the following is the famous and most anthologized work written by Cirilo Bautista?
A. Bonsai
B. Footnote to Youth
C. Resurrection
D. The Trilogy of St Lazarus
15. In how many languages were the works of F. Sionil Jose translated?
A. 20
B. 21
C. 22
D. 23
16. Who is the National Artist for Literature who wrote Dekada 70 and Luha ng Buwaya?
A. Bienvenido Lumbera
B. Luwalhati Bautista
C. Carlos Romulo
D. NVM Gonzales
17. In a Cebu conference, Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano said, Metro Manila is not the Philippines, and
Philippines is not Metro Manila. Which statement below best interprets this?
A. Manila is the capital city of the Philippines and not the entire country.
B. Philippines resources are not only found in Manila.
C. There are more to discover in other regions that could paint a better picture of this region.
D. Filipinos should not embrace those coming from the capital.
18. Who among the following 21st century Bicolano writers won in a Philippine Free Press story
writing contest for his story, Mayon?
A. Rizaldy Manrique
B. Ricardo Lee
C. Merlinda Bobis
D. Victor Nierva
19. Who is this known writer in NCR who is currently part of the weekly column of InterAksyon.com
which is the online news portal of TV5?
A. Norman Wilwayco
B. Charlson Ong
C. Jessica Zafra
D. Michael Coroza
20. Among the following Bicolano writers is the author of Antisipasyon asin Iba Pang Rawitdawit sa
Bikol asin Ingles. Who is this?
A. Rizaldy Manrique
B. Ricardo Lee
C. Merlinda Bobis
D. Victor Nierva
21. All of the following are true about Merlinda Bobis, EXCEPT
A. She received the Gintong Aklat Award for Banana Heart Summer.
B. She is affiliated with University of Nueva Caceres as a literature teacher.
C. She is a contemporary Philippine-Australian writer and academician.
D. She attended Bicol University High School and completed her B.A. in Aquinas University of
Legazpi.
22. Green Girl by Cyan Abad-Jugo is a work of fantasy. Which of the following literary genres share
similarities with fantasy?
A. Folktales
B. Myth
C. Urban Legend
D. Fairytale
23. What does the Rizal Bill mandate in schools?
A. It mandates the teaching of Rizals life in universities.
B. It mandates the teaching of Rizals works in public schools.
C. It mandates the teaching of Rizals life and his works in all schools.
D. It mandates the teaching of Rizals life and his works in private schools.
24. The means by which artists enjoy broad acceptance are the following, EXCEPT
A. Participation in various creative writing workshops
B. Critical acclaim and reviews of their works
C. Prestigious national/international recognition
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 D. Respect and esteem from peers
25. What is the pen name being used by Nick Joaquin?
A. Nicomedes Joaquin
B. Manila de Quijano
C. Nicomedes de Manila
D. Quijano de Manila
26. In Summer Solstice, what is the Tadtarin festival?
A. A half-day festival that celebrates a ritual of fertility
B. A one-day festival that celebrates a ritual of fertility
C. A two-day festival that celebrates a ritual of fertility
D. A three-day festival that celebrates a ritual of fertility
27. Which statement below describes the life of Don Paeng and Doa Lupeng?
A. They have a miserable life because they are not granted with a baby.
B. They are wealthy having a driver, maid and siblings.
C. They are popular in their town because they dont celebrate the Tadtarin ritual.
D. They are rich persons who help poor people in the town.
28. What did Doa Lupeng do when the carriage stopped during the St. Johns Day procession?
A. She watched and took pity on mens demonstration during the procession.
B. She mocked at the mens demonstration of arrogance during the procession.
C. She stood and took pictures of the men during the procession.
D. She stoned the group of men during the procession.
29. During the Tadtarin ritual procession, what did the women perform?
A. Walking around a large mango tree
B. Praying under a hundred year old acacia tree
C. Dancing around a century old Balete tree
D. Jumping over a hundred year old small lemon tree
30. What happened to Don Paeng when he tried to chase Lupeng in the procession?
A. He was kissed by the women in the procession.
B. He was kicked and pushed down by women during the ritual.
C. He was given a basket full of fruits by the group of women.
D. He was hugged and carried be the pool of women.
31. How do you describe the life and world of Lazaro?
A. He is a hardworking high school teacher.
B. He is a poor man begging in the street.
C. He is a wealthy businessman and a head of a machinery corporation.
D. He is a kind and industrious houseboy.
32. Why does Lazaro wear an expensive suit instead of barong that his employees wear?
A. Because he thinks the barong is too ugly to wear.
B. Because his father from whom he inherited the corporation wears the same
C. Because he wants to appear very businesslike.
D. Because he aims to be seen as someone big and important to everyone.
33. Why did Lazaro think or plan on cheating the jeepney driver?
A. Because the driver was an ugly man
B. Because he wanted to lend money from the driver
C. Because he has no money to pay for his transportation
D. Because the driver did not recognize him
34. What made Lazaro decide to go back to the bar where Pete was?
A. He forgot to tell something to Pete regarding their transaction.
B. He remembered that his money in his bag was left inside the bar.
C. He reminded Pete to go to his office tomorrow to discuss some important matters.
D. He noticed that he has no more money left and thought of borrowing some amount from
him.
35. Who is the real rich character in the story, Resurrection?
A. Lazaro Corpuz who is the head of a corporation
B. The beggar who gave a coin for Lazaros transportation.
C. Mr. Pete who is the attorney-in-law.
D. The messenger who brought the papers to his boss.

II. MATCHING TYPE. Column A presents lines and/or dialogues taken from the
stories discussed in the class. Match each of them with the corresponding
character in Column B. Write the letter of your answer on the blanks provided
and no repetition of answers.

A B

_________1. Do you love me, Milton? A. Lazaro

_________2. Did you turn into some dreadful monster B. Pete
when you married? C. Shadow/ Girl

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 _________ 3. I have seen Mr. Reyes already, Sir D. Entoy
he told me these needed your signature. E. Romero
_________ 4. She do as she pleases, the grain would not grow... F. Guido
_________5. As a matter of fact, I even get divorce cases.

III. ESSAY. Answer and explain the following questions substantially.

1. Choose from among the stories that we discussed this quarter. How does the literary work
reflect Filipino national consciousness? (5 pts.)
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2. Money is a powerful symbolism in the story, Resurrection. Explain or justify this. (5 pts.)
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CRITERIA for SCORING THE ESSAY/S

Content/Substance 2
Organization 2
Grammar and Mechanics 1
Total 5

God Bless!

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