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What is the pen name of Virgilio Senadrin Almario?
Which government agency does Virgilio Senadrin Almario chair?
What award did John Iremil Teodoro's collection of essays win?
Where was Antonio Reyes Enriquez born?
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At what age did Antonio Reyes Enriquez pass away?
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Which literary form is Anthony L. Tan known for?
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What does Ralph Semino Galan teach at the University of Santo Tomas?
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What is one of Emigdio Alvarez Enriquez's notable works?
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Which of the following genres does NOT appear in the literary works mentioned in the CAR region?
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What is the significance of Dion Michael Fernandez's recognition as 'Maker of Myths'?
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What title is commonly associated with Leonor Orosa-Goquingco?
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What was Muhammad Dipatuan Kudarat known for during his reign?
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Which of the following works is categorized as a myth from the CAR region?
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What was Candy Gourlay's first full-length published novel?
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Which position was held by Christine G. Ortega?
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What is Joey Ayala best known for in his music career?
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Which literary piece is most associated with Paz Márquez-Benítez?
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What is the regional center of CAR region in the Philippines?
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Which of the following is true about Maria Luisa Aguilar-Carino?
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Which region is characterized as the only land-locked region in the Philippines?
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What thematic concern is evident in Paz Márquez-Benítez's short story, 'Dead Stars'?
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Study Notes
Prominent Filipino Artists and Writers
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Virgilio Senadrin Almario (Rio Alma): Born March 9, 1944, a National Artist of the Philippines and chairman of the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino. Elected chairman of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts on January 5, 2017.
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John Iremil Teodoro: Author of over 12 books. His collection "Pagmumuni-muni at Pagtatalak ng Sirenang Nagpapanggap na Prinsesa" won the National Book Award.
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Antonio Reyes Enriquez: Born in 1936 in Zamboanga City, passed away at 78 in 2014. Known for "Green Sanctuary" and various short stories and novels.
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Emigdio Alvarez Enriquez (Mig): Started writing at 20 under Jesuit guidance. Notable works include "The Devil Flower" and "House of Images."
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Anthony L. Tan: Recognized in the Encyclopedia of Philippine Arts and Authors for his poetic works "The Badjao Cemetery and Other Poems" and "Poems for Muddas."
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Ralph Semino Galan: Poet and literary critic teaching at the University of Santo Tomas. A magna cum laude graduate from Mindanao State University, he authored "From the Major Arcana."
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Candy Gourlay: Born in Manila during martial law, later moved to the UK. Author of novels such as "Tall Story," "Shine," "Bone Talk," and "Oxford Reading Tree."
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Christine G. Ortega: Held key roles including Head of the National Literary Arts Committee and Director of the Iligan National Writers Workshop. Her notable work is "Lanterns in the Sun and Other Poems."
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Joey Ayala: A renowned Filipino singer-songwriter known for fusing Filipino ethnic music with modern pop. Famous for the song "Karaniwang Tao."
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Paz Márquez-Benítez: Notable short-story writer and educator known for "Dead Stars" (1925), which criticized American imperialism, and her other work "A Night in the Hills."
Literary Regions in the Philippines
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Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR): Composed of provinces such as Abra, Apayao, and Benguet. Baguio City serves as the regional center.
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Cultural Contributions in CAR: Includes epics like "Hudhud," ballads like "Ullalim," short stories like "Wedding Dance," and various myths.
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Dion Michael Fernandez: Influential writer from Baguio, known for his unique fusion of mythology, Gothicism, and modernism. Holds a Bachelor's and Master's in English and Literature.
Notable Figures in the ARMM Region
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Leonor Orosa-Goquingco: A national artist for creative dance, known for her multifaceted talents in the arts as a choreographer, director, and critic.
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Muhammad Dipatuan Kudarat: Sultan of Maguindanao (1581–1671), successfully resisted Spanish invasion and conversion efforts in Mindanao. A descendant of Muslim missionary Shariff Kabungsuwan.
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Explore the life and contributions of Virgilio Senadrin Almario, widely known as Rio Alma, a prominent Filipino artist and poet. This quiz covers his role as a National Artist and his impact on language and culture in the Philippines.
