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Which National Artist for Literature was recognized in 2006?
What is the birthdate of Jose Garcia Villa?
Which writer used the pen name Quijano de Manila?
Who authored 'Sunog na Lipa at Iba Pang Tula'?
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What prestigious award did Alejandro Roces receive in 1990?
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Which of the following individuals was born in 1917?
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Alejandro Roces was recognized as a National Artist for Literature before Nick Joaquin.
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What is the primary literary contribution of Bienvenido Lumbera?
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Jose Garcia Villa was awarded the National Artist for Literature in _____
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Match the writers with their respective birthplaces:
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Study Notes
Jose Garcia Villa
- Born on August 5, 1908, in Malate, Manila.
- Honored as a National Artist for Literature in 1973.
- Known for his work "Man Songs".
- Received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of the Philippines.
Bienvenido Lumbera
- Born on April 11, 1932, in Lipa.
- Designated as a National Artist for Literature in 2006.
- Known for his work "Sunog na Lipa at Iba Pang Tula".
- Became an orphan by the age of five, raised by Eusebia Teru.
Nick Joaquin
- Born on September 15, 1917, in Paco, Manila.
- Received the National Artist for Literature award in 1976.
- A recipient of the TOYM (Ten Outstanding Young Men) award.
- Used the pen name Quijano de Manila.
Alejandro Roces
- Born on July 13, 1924, in Manila.
- Recognized as a National Artist for Literature in 2003.
- Awarded the Gawad CCP Para sa Sining (Cultural Center of the Philippines Award for the Arts) in 1990.
- Known for his contributions as a short story writer and essayist.
Jose Garcia Villa
- Born on August 5, 1908, in Malate, Manila
- Known for his work "Man Songs"
- Became a National Artist for Literature in 1973
- Received an Honorary Doctorate from the University of the Philippines
Bienvenido Lumbera
- Born on April 11, 1932, in Lipa
- Lost his father, Timoteo Lumbera, by the age of five
- Notable for his work "Sunog na Lipa at Iba Pang Tula"
- Became a National Artist for Literature in 2006
Nick Joaquin
- Born on September 15, 1917, in Paco, Manila
- Known for using the pen name "Quijano de Manila"
- Received the TOYM Award
- Became a National Artist for Literature in 1976
Alejandro Roces
- Born on July 13, 1924, in Manila
- Became a National Artist for Literature in 2003
- Known for his short stories and essays
- Won the Gawad CCP Para sa Sining Award in 1990
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Test your knowledge about the notable Philippine National Artists for Literature. This quiz covers prominent figures like Jose Garcia Villa, Bienvenido Lumbera, Nick Joaquin, and Alejandro Roces, exploring their lives and literary contributions. Discover how these writers shaped Filipino literature and culture.
