Contemporary Literary Themes Analysis

What does the character feel about his arrival home?

What beverage does the character initially want on the flight?

How does the character react to the in-flight magazine article about Bali?

What does the character think about his feelings towards the woman on the plane?

What sentiment does the character express regarding the experience of watching the movie on the flight?

How does the character perceive the long-flight experience?

What does the character think about his ability to approach the attractive woman?

What does the character compare eroticism to in his thoughts?

What action does Antonio take to escape the police?

What does Dominador do after cutting the tarp?

How does Antonio feel as he speeds over the flood-water?

What is the reaction of the people watching Antonio?

What sentiment does the speaker express about modern air travel?

What does the narrator express about diagnosing disorders?

What does the term 'balikbayan' refer to in the context of the content?

How does the grandfather perceive narcissism?

What metaphor is used to describe the older lady’s inflatable pillow?

What book does the grandfather choose to buy?

What irony is associated with the name Narciso?

How does the speaker describe their fellow travelers?

Which statement best captures the speaker's perspective on the modern travel experience?

What might the 'stocky, sturdy man' symbolize in the context of the speaker's flight experience?

What role do the images on the inflight magazine play in the context of the two older ladies?

What does the speaker imply about Marxists in relation to economy-class flights?

What does the narrator feel compelled to do with the alcogel?

What does Madison accuse the narrator of in relation to Crispin?

Which character does Madison reference to criticize the narrator's behavior?

How does the narrator view the relationship between the living and the dead?

What sentiment does Madison express about romantics?

What is the significance of the name 'Crispin' as mentioned in the passage?

What does the narrator dream of writing?

What was the reaction to Crispin's arrival from the hospital?

What does Cristo assure before the woman leaves for her trip?

What is indicated about Cristo's responsibilities at home?

What tragic event is reported in The Philippine Gazette?

What was the context of the first bombing as reported?

What reason is assumed for the bombings mentioned in The Philippine Gazette?

Who does the Estregan administration suspect is responsible for the bombings?

How does the woman feel when she studies Cristo's face?

What does Cristo's full name imply about his cultural background?

What emotion did the narrator feel when entering Grapes' room?

What was the condition of Grapes' shirt when he turned around?

How did Grapes react to the narrator's job position?

What did Grapes offer to do regarding the narrator's job?

How did Granma respond during the conversation?

What did Grapes accuse the narrator of doing?

What was the significance of the pillbox that Grapes opened?

What did the narrator claim would eventually happen if he worked hard?