Questions and Answers
Which writer is recognized as a National Artist for Literature by the Philippine Government?
Which work is NOT associated with Francisco Arcellana?
What genre is Amado Hernandez primarily known for?
Which author created the works 'My Brother’s Peculiar Chicken' and 'We Filipinos are Mild Drinkers'?
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Which of the following authors is a poet and dramatist known for the invention of TagLish?
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Which region is associated with poet Francisco Sionil Jose?
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What is the name of the poet and critic from Region IV-B?
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Which of the following is a work by Ramon Muzones?
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Who is recognized as a National Artist of Literature from the Cagayan Valley?
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Who authored 'The War Against Americans'?
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Which work is associated with Lazaro Francisco?
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Which author from Central Luzon is known for both poetry and dramatics?
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Study Notes
Region I - Ilocos Region
- Sionil Jose: Renowned poet and novelist, recognized as a National Artist for Literature (2001).
- Key works include "The Pretenders" and "My Brother, My Executioner".
Region II - Cagayan Valley
- Edith Tiempo: Noted poet and fiction writer, National Artist of Literature (1999).
- Notable works are "A Blade of Fern" and "Likhang Diwa".
Region III - Central Luzon
- Lazaro Francisco: Esteemed novelist and National Artist (2009), recognized for contributions to Philippine literature.
- Significant works include "Singsing sa Pangkasal" and "The Season of Grace".
Region IV-A - CALABARZON
- Bienvenido Lumbera: Acclaimed poet, critic, and dramatist; works include "Margo sa Tubig" and "The Wind of April".
Region IV-B - MIMAROPA
- Nestor Vicente Madali Gonzales: Notable novelist known for short stories and "The Bamboo Dancers".
Region VI - Western Visayas
- Ramon Muzones: Renowned for poetry and fiction; famous works include "In Another Light" and "The Story of Salagunting".
- Resil Mojares: A prominent historian and critic; authored "The War Against Americans" and "The House of Memory: Essay".
Region VII - Central Visayas
- Gemino Abad: Influential poet and fiction writer; key work is "Care of Light".
Tarlac
- Carlos P. Romulo: Writer and essayist; National Artist, known for "I Walked With Heroes".
NCR - National Capital Region
- Rolando S. Tinio: Poet and dramatist; influential in TagLish and known for "Sitsit sa Kuliglig" and "Dunong-dunungan".
- Francisco Arcellana: Critic and essayist; known for "The Mats" and writings on poetry and politics.
- Cirilo F. Bautista: Acclaimed poet and critic; notable for "Summer Suns" and "The Trilogy of Saint Lazarus".
- Nick Joaquin: Celebrated author of "May Day Eve" and "Summer Solstice".
- Amado Hernandez: Respected playwright; works include "Luha ng Buwaya" and "Isang Dipang Langit".
- Alejandro Roces: Dramatist and essayist; well-known for "My Brother’s Peculiar Chicken" and "We Filipinos are Mild Drinkers".
Additional Information
- National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) oversees cultural affairs in the Philippines.
- Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) promotes artistic development and cultural heritage.
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Test your knowledge about the regions and provinces of the Philippines. This quiz covers various regions such as Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, and more. Perfect for students and anyone interested in Philippine geography.
