21st-Century Asian Literature Quiz

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Who is the grand prize winner of the 2008 Man Asian Literary Prize?

  • Crispin Salvador
  • Bi Feiyu
  • Yumi
  • Miguel Syjuco (correct)

Which novel is an exposé of rampant political corruption in the Philippines?

  • Three Sisters
  • Yumi
  • Ilustrado
  • Illustrado (correct)

Who is investigating the suspicious death of Crispin Salvador in the novel?

  • Yuxiu
  • Miguel Syjuco (correct)
  • Yumi
  • Bi Feiyu

Which novel is about the struggle of three sisters to change the course of their destinies in China?

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Which author's works are known for their complex portrayal of the 'female psyche'?

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Study Notes

2008 Man Asian Literary Prize

  • The grand prize winner is Ha Jin for his novel "A Free Life."

Political Corruption in the Philippines

  • "State of War" by Jenny Ortiz serves as an exposé of the rampant political corruption in the Philippines.

Investigation into Crispin Salvador's Death

  • The investigation of Crispin Salvador's suspicious death is conducted by Private Detective known as Emmanuelle "Manu" Marquez.

Sisters' Struggle in China

  • "The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane" details the struggle of three sisters to change the course of their destinies in China.

Complex Portrayal of the Female Psyche

  • Author Sharon Olds is known for her works that intricately portray the complexities of the female psyche.

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