Exploring the Complex History and Literature of Filipino Americans

• Filipino American literature combines postcolonial discourse and ethnic American literary efforts.
• The Philippines was under Spanish rule for three centuries before American annexation in 1898.
• The annexation followed two wars: the Spanish-American War and the Filipino-American War.
• US colonial rule was loosened during the Commonwealth Period of 1935-1946.
• The Philippines gained independence after the Commonwealth Period.
• The Philippines experienced decades of enforced "free trade" with the US after independence.
• This raises questions about neocolonialism and discrimination experienced by some immigrants.
• The study of Filipino American literature challenges the need to separate postcolonial discourse and ethnic American literary efforts.
• The Philippines' history of colonization is complicated by its relationship with the US.
• Transnationalism and globalism are important concepts to consider in this context.

Test your knowledge of the complex history and literature of Filipino Americans with this quiz. From Spanish and American colonization to neocolonialism and discrimination, explore the unique challenges faced by this community. Discover how the study of Filipino American literature challenges traditional literary categories and consider important concepts like transnationalism and globalism. See how much you know about this fascinating topic and learn something new along the way.