21ST CENTURY LITERATURE FROM THE PHILIPPINES AND THE

WORLD& CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS

(HUMANITIES)

Directions: Shade the letter of the correct answer on the answer sheet provided.
Do not write or leave any marks on this test paper.

1. Which 21st century literary genre of fiction focuses on young women and their
emotional lives?

0. Flash Fiction
B. Chick Lit
C. Manga
D. Doodle Fiction

2. Flash fiction is a genre of fiction, defined as a very short story. Which of the
following is NOT true about a Flash Fiction?

0. It is an imaginative literature of extreme brevity.

A. The successful hallmark of a flash fiction is its twist at the end of the story.
B. Flash fiction presents the story with the fewest words possible.
C. It does not give out a complete plot.

3. Jane is fond of frequently updating her online personal diary. She considers it
a place to express her thoughts, feelings, and experiences for the day. Which of
these literary genres can she best make?

0. Doodle Fiction
A. Flash Fiction
B. Graphic Novel
C. Blog

4. How are blogs and hyper poetry similar?

A. Both need to have access through social networks because these literary
genres are modern, therefore it is posted on the internet or social media.
B. Both of them are uploaded regularly on social networks.
C. Both of them incorporate doodle writing, drawings and handwritten
graphics in place of the traditional font.
D. Both of them are forms of fiction that deal principally with the impact of
actual or imagined science upon society or individuals.
5. How are Manga and Doodle Fiction different from each other?

A. Instead of using a traditional font, graphics are handwritten in Manga

while Doodle Fiction uses a highly distinct Japanese art technique to draw
the visuals.

B. Manga is used to describe a type of popular fiction targeted at younger

women while Doodle Fictions are generally stand-alone stories with more
complex plots.

C. Manga is almost always printed in black and white and uses a highly
distinct Japanese art technique to draw the visuals while Doodle Fiction
uses traditional fonts and graphics that were handwritten.

D. Doodle Fiction is used to describe a type of popular fiction targeted at

younger women while a Manga is a generally stand-alone story with a more
complex plot.

6. Which of the following is a true statement about world literature?

A. World literature speaks to only the people of one country.

B. World literature deals with issues particular to the country where it was
written.

C. World literature is widely read beyond the borders of the country where
it was written.

D. World literature is written in a language other than English then

translated into English.

7. Which book contains a number of speeches by Confucius written down by his

disciples?

A. Analects C. Great Learning

B. Doctrine of Mean D. Spring and Autumn Annals

8. Africa is the second largest continent after Asia. Most of Africa lies within the
tropical region. It contains an enormous wealth of mineral resources like fossil
fuels, metallic ores, and gems. Which statement does not talk about Africa?

A. Africa’s weather is humid and hot.

B. Africa is rich in natural resources.

C. Africa is an archipelago.

D. Africa is second to Asia in size.

9. Why is the use of vernacular and the inclusion of local color most appreciated
in the Afro-Asian region?

A. Africans and Asians use these tools as a show of rebellion to those who
have pulled them apart from their true identity.

B. The use of local language and details of rural life setting connects non-
native English speakers to their national identity.

C. Using English language in their writing reminds them of past struggles

adjusting to a culture different from their own.

D. Local color and vernacular remind Africans and Asians of their original
beliefs and practices away from the influences of colonizers.

10. Which of the following correctly states why literary writers use figures of
speech?

A. Literary writers use figures of speech to puzzle the readers.

B. Literary writers use figures of speech to lengthen their works.

C. Literary writers use figures of speech to make their works popular.

D. Literary writers use figures of speech to enhance the artistic quality of

their works.

11. Which of the following is NOT a multimedia format that a learner can use to
interpret literary texts?

A. blog

B. slogan

C. Text Tula

D. Tag Cloud

12. The use of multimedia enhances the teaching of lessons and aims to _____
who are engaged in learning.

A. further confuse learners

B. further educate learners
C. further entertain with computer gaming world
D. further waste learner’s time
13. To make creative multimedia output, we can import images, audio, and video
clips; however, we have to _________ to avoid plagiarism.

A. leave web pages

B. cite the sources
C. ignore the links
D. screenshot the images
14. John makes his project in 21st Century Literature. He is asked to make a
creative representation of his chosen literary text by applying multimedia and ICT
skills. He uses an electronic medium for recording, copying, replaying, and
moving of visual media. What is he using?
A. video
B. ag cloud
C. mind mapping
D. PPT presentation

15. Which of these statements is TRUE?

A. All multimedia formats are hard to use.
B. Multimedia uses animation and audio only.
C. Learners can make use of only one multimedia format.
D. Studying literature becomes more exciting due to multimedia support.
16. Which of the following best describes anaphora?

A. repetition of a phrase in a direct row

B. repetition of a phrase at the end of sentences

C. repetition of a phrase in the middle of sentences

D. repetition of a phrase at the beginning of sentences

17. Which of the following should not be considered in reading through a

biographical context?

A. educational background

B. figurative language

C. political

D. social

18. Africa is the second largest continent after Asia. Most of Africa lies within the
tropical region. It contains an enormous wealth of mineral resources like fossil
fuels, metallic ores, and gems. Which statement does not talk about Africa?

A. Africa’s weather is humid and hot.

B. Africa is rich in natural resources.

C. Africa is an archipelago.

D. Africa is second to Asia in size.

19. Why is the use of vernacular and the inclusion of local color most appreciated
in the Afro-Asian region?
 A. Africans and Asians use these tools as a show of rebellion to those who
have pulled them apart from their true identity.

B. The use of local language and details of rural life setting connects non-
native English speakers to their national identity.

C. Using English language in their writing reminds them of past struggles

adjusting to a culture different from their own.

D. Local color and vernacular remind Africans and Asians of their original
beliefs and practices away from the influences of colonizers.

20. How will you modernize a classical literary piece without losing its original
sense?

A. Develop a game based on the storyline, but you may change the main
conquest depending on the interest of gamers.

B. Convert the story into a graphic novel, but make sure to add your
personal touch so you won’t have to worry about plagiarism.

C. Rewrite an updated version for the sake of the modern-day readers and
upload it to a platform they usually use, such as wattpad.

D. Consider filming, but take the context of the culture you will be
releasing the material. Names and formality of language may be tweaked.

21. Which of the following is not the purpose of critical reading?

A. Readers read texts critically for amusement.

B. Readers read texts critically to learn new information.

C. Readers read texts critically to learn more about culture and society.

D. Readers read texts critically for better understanding of their meaning.

22. Which of the following correctly states why literary writers use figures of
speech?

A. Literary writers use figures of speech to puzzle the readers.

B. Literary writers use figures of speech to lengthen their works.

C. Literary writers use figures of speech to make their works popular.

D. Literary writers use figures of speech to enhance the artistic quality of

their works.
23. Which of the following is not true about the importance of critical reading in
literature?

A. Critical reading is done to make a literary work popular.

B. Critical reading develops one’s critical thinking skills and makes one
keen to details.

C. Critical reading enables readers to understand and appreciate a piece of

literature further.

D. Critical reading enables readers to write a critical review or analysis of a

piece of literature.

24. It is a play that deals with contemporary social issues.

A. The World is an Apple C. A New year’s Gift

B . A Rose for Emily D. My father goes to court.

Contemporary Arts

25. Pahiyas Festival is known in the whole Quezon Province as a

Thanksgiving Festival to honor “San Isidro Labrador”. What is the name of the
rice-wafer used in decorating the house façade during Pahiyas Festival?

a. Hiyas c. Kising

b. Kiping d. Pahiyas

26. It is known as the art of embroidery that is identified as a past time for

women?

a. Pananahi c. Pagbuburda

b. Pagsusulsi d. Pagbabatok

27. It is a technique made by sticking various flat elements like printed

illustrations and photographs into a flat surface.

a. Collage b. Frottage

c. Montage d. Trapunto

28. This art is obtained through rubbing a crayon or a pencil on a piece of paper

over an object or image.

a. Collage b. Frottage

c. Montage d. Trapunto
29. The first recorded taka was by a woman named ___________.

a. Maria Bague c. Maria Makiling

b. Maria Dizon d. Maria Sinukuan

30. Which is not true about warm colors?

A. happiness C. excitement

B. violence D. dependability

31. Which is true about Neoplasticism?

A. straight lines and primary colors.

B. tapping into the unconscious mind to release creativity.

C. emphasizing the expressions of the self and emotions.

D. showing all of the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all at once

32. Which of the following is classified as “ two-dimensional” art?

A. Pottery C. Paintings

B. Sculpture D. Installation Art

33. An art that emphasizes the expressions of the self and emotions.

A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism

B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism

34. A color that brings a calming effect to the mind.

A. Cool colors C. Warm colors

B. Bright color D. Dark colors

35. The technique that looks like they are made from cubes and other
geometrical shapes.

A. Fauvism C. Neoplasticism

B. Abstract expressionism D. Cubism

36. Which of the following is not considered as a warm color?

A. Blue C. Orange

B. Red D. Yellow
37. This is a technique of rubbing with crayon on a piece of paper which has
been placed over an object or an image.

A. Decoupage C. Frottage

B. present times D. mind

38. The most exciting components of a painting is _________

A. Technique C. Color

B. Design D. Medium

39. Sculptors used pieces of junk to produce _______________.

A. poetry C. novel

B. painting D. junk art

40. The detailed analysis and assessment of something refers to ____.

a. correlation c. criticism

b. cringe d. critique

41. The attribute of an art material to be easily acquired by the artist without
much effort or difficulty refers to____.

a. accessibility c. mastery

b. appropriateness d. practicality

42. The art technique’s functional and sensible applicable for the creation of
the conceived art work refers to _____.

a. accessibility c. availability

b. affordability d. practicality

43. The manner and ability by which an artist employs the technical skills of a
particular art refers to ______.

a. art critique c. art signature

b. art form d. art technique

44. Paying attention to the kind art materials and the way they were used as
well the art techniques that was applied, are some of the ways of ____.
 a. collating c. criticizing

b. cringing d. critiquing

45. Which of the following endeavors to shave bamboo, layering to make twists
and delicate whirls to arrive at the novel craftsmanship in this field?

a. puni c. pagbuburda

b. pabalat d. singkaban

46. What is the traditional art of leaf folding?

a. ochiba c. origami

b. pabalat d. puni

47. Which of the following is the sequenced to produce the following

application techniques? Taka Making

I. Glued with paste.

II. Molded from wood carving.

III. After drying, the paper was removed from the molder.

IV. Reassembled, dried, and painted in a decorative pattern.

a. I-II-IV-III c. III-IV-II-I

b. II-I-III-IV d. IV-III-I-II

48. Which of the following is the sequenced to produce the following

application techniques? Palayok Making

I. Put the clay on the potter’s wheel, buff, and smoothen the pot.

II. Drying takes only one day if it is sunny and bake in the kiln for eight
hours.

III. It will be painted with latex or acrylic paint, or coated with a glaze to make
it shine.

IV. Passing the clay through the mill and shape it in a mold made from “Plater
of Paris”.

a. I-II-III-IV c. III-IV-I-II

b. IV-I-II-III d. II-III-IV-I