Filipino Literature Quiz

21st Century Filipino Authors

• Filipino literature is brimming with lavish and unique literary works that showcase oral traditions and daily observations of ancestors.
• These works allow freedom to reproduce literary arts.
• Current trends and social issues are changing, making regional literature more effective.
• Learning about these works creates pride in the native tongue.

Notable Authors from Western Visayas

• Felipe Landa Jocano: An anthropologist known for documenting and translating Filipino folklore.

  • Published works: Slums as a Way of Life, Folk Medicine in a Philippine Barrio, Growing Up in a Philippine Barrio

• Leoncio P. Deriada: A multi-lingual writer, known as "the Father of Hiligaynon Literature."

  • Published works: Mawa and Other Stories, The Road to Mawa, The Week of the Whales and Other Stories

Notable Authors from Other Regions

• Cirilo F. Bautista: A poet, fiction writer, and essayist, known for his inspirational creative writing workshops.

  • Literary works: Sunlight on Broken Stones, Tinig sa Dila, Mga Tula, The Trilogy of Saint Lazarus

• Roberto Ong: A web developer and contemporary novelist.

  • Literary works: Stainless Longings, Ang Pababorin Libro ni Hudas, Kapitan Sino

• Jason Paul Laxamana: An indie filmmaker, author, and screenwriter.

  • Published works: Tungod sa Kayagang, Ug Gianod Ako

• Gilda Olvidado: A Cebuano movie and television writer and screenwriter.

  • Literary works: Saan Natatago ang Pag-ibig, The Temptation of Wife

• Melchor F. Cichon: A creative writer and librarian.

  • Published works: Ham-at, Madeoom Rob Gabi, Philippine Oddities, Love Can Find a Way

• Peter Solis Nery: A multi-awarded Filipino poet, short story writer, and playwright.

  • Published works: Love in the Time of Bakunawa, Cory, Full of Grace

• John Iremil E. Teodoro: A multilingual writer, professor, and freelance journalist.

  • Published works: Kung ang Tula ay Pwedeng Pamibiling, Mga Tula (2006), Hasang

Test your knowledge of prominent Filipino authors and their contributions to literature. This quiz covers various aspects, including awards, regional languages, and the impact of societal issues on contemporary works. Explore the rich heritage of Philippine literature through these engaging questions.