21st Century Literature: Filipino Perspectives
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In the novel "Banana Heart Summer", what does the author, Melinda Bobis, explore?

The novel explores poverty, hunger, abuse, and the predicament of many Filipinos in the Philippines.

What is the name of the playwright who coined the phrase "Chekhov's Gun"?

  • William Shakespeare
  • Ernest Hemingway
  • Anton Chekhov (correct)
  • Jane Austen

    • What was Renato Corona's position in the Philippine government?

  • Chief Justice (correct)
  • Senator
  • President
  • Prime Minister

    • Delsa Flores lost her job because she failed to declare owning a market stall in her Statement of Assets and Liabilities (SALN).

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main message conveyed in Ralph Semino Galán's poem "Justice"?

    <p>Government officials must recognize the value of the Filipino people's votes and taxes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Formalism in literary studies?

    <p>Formalism advocates for close reading of texts, focusing on the formal elements of literature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of irony discussed in the text?

    <p>Philosophical Irony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the play "Waiting" by Ron Darvin?

    <p>The play revolves around the experiences of Isabel, a Filipino overseas worker, and her son Miguel, and the impact of the Philippine diaspora on their family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Philippines has a separate set of laws for women and men.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the novel by Melinda Bobis that meditates on poverty, hunger, and abuse in the Philippines?

    <p>Banana Heart Summer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the character in Daryll Delgado's Preludes who is a Filipina wife living in Visayas with a sickly and unfaithful husband?

    <p>Nenita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the playwright who coined the phrase known as Chekhov's Gun?

    <p>Anton Chekhov</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the position of the person who was impeached by the Philippine Senate in December 2011?

    <p>Chief Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the court interpreter mentioned in the text who was fired for failing to declare a market stall in her SALN?

    <p>Delsa Flores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the author of the poem "Justice" that serves as a reminder to government officials to respect the Filipino people's votes and taxes?

    <p>Ralph Semino Galán</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Formalism in literature emphasizes the importance of close reading and analyzing the formal elements of the text.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a type of irony in literature?

    <p>Historical Irony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the play by Ron Darvin, first performed at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver in 2014?

    <p>Waiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to "21st Century Literature", what does it mean to be underemployed?

    <p>To be overqualified for your job, and it doesn't match your knowledge or experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    21st Century Literature Study Notes

    • Banana Heart Summer: A novel by Melinda Bobis, exploring poverty, hunger, and abuse in the Philippines. The novel details the experiences of a Filipino family facing hardship and focuses on various Filipino foods.

    • Food Mentioned: The novel includes descriptions of banana heart in coconut milk, halo-halo, lengua, turon, jackfruit (langka), tomato-lemon carp with hibiscus, palitaw, pili nuts, clams, and mussels.

    • Gender Inequalities (Philippine Law): Philippine law treats adultery differently for men and women. Women are criminally liable, whereas a man's actions qualify as concubinage. This highlights a patriarchal legal system that favors men. This double standard extends to societal expectations and norms.

    Preludes (by Daryll Delgado)

    • Nenita's Story: Focuses on a Filipina wife (Nenita) in the Visayas region with a sickly and unfaithful husband. The story begins at the Municipal Hall during a significant event (the Judge's death anniversary).

    Chekhov's Gun

    • Principle: If a detail or object is introduced in the first act of a story, it should have importance later.

    Justice System

    • Renato Corona Impeachment (2011): Former Chief Justice Corona was impeached for failing to declare ₱183 million in his Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN). The impeachment highlighted issues of corruption and accountability in the Philippine government. Similar circumstances involved court interpreter Delsa Flores, whose failure to declare a market stall led to her termination.

    Justice (by Ralph Semino Galán)

    • Poem's Message: Reminds government officials that the Filipino people's votes and taxes are not to be taken for granted.

    Formalism

    • Emphasis on Formal Elements: Literary study focuses on closely analyzing the technical aspects (e.g., symbols) of a work.

    • Public Symbols: Established or traditional symbols (e.g., rose = love).

    • Private Symbols: Symbols used uniquely by the author, with meaning defined by the work itself.

    Waiting (by Ron Darvin)

    • Play Details: A two-character play featuring Isabel (a Filipino woman) and Miguel (her son), performed in Vancouver (2014). Actors deliver monologues directly to the audience.

    Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)

    • Significant Number: Filipino women leaving to work abroad (particularly as domestic workers) in high numbers, particularly to the Middle East.

    • Harsh Conditions: Conditions for many OFWs, particularly those who are non-skilled, can be harsh.

    • Overqualification/Underemployment: Indicates situations where someone has more experience and knowledge than the job, creating an employment mismatch.

    • Irony (Literary Device): Used in literature to create a contrast and highlight incongruity in situations and characters. Three main types: verbal, situational, and dramatic.

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    Explore key themes in 21st-century Filipino literature through Melinda Bobis's 'Banana Heart Summer' and Daryll Delgado's 'Preludes'. These works delve into issues such as poverty, gender inequalities, and the rich cultural landscape of Filipino cuisine. Engage with the narratives that highlight personal and societal challenges faced in the Philippines.

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