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Why is Awiyao worried on the night of his second wedding?
Why is Awiyao worried on the night of his second wedding?
- He is afraid that Lumnay will not dance with him.
- He cannot find his first wife, Lumnay. (correct)
- He is concerned about the weather during the festivities.
- He forgot to invite Lumnay to the dance.
Why does Awiyao apologize to Lumnay?
Why does Awiyao apologize to Lumnay?
- For not building a bigger house for her.
- For failing to provide her with offspring. (correct)
- For not inviting her to the dance sooner.
- For pressuring her to attend the ceremony.
How does Lumnay react when Awiyao encourages her to accept another husband?
How does Lumnay react when Awiyao encourages her to accept another husband?
- She remains silent and ponders over it.
- She agrees and promises to consider it.
- She graciously accepts his suggestion.
- She firmly rejects the idea. (correct)
What does Lumnay admit to Awiyao when he is called back to the dance?
What does Lumnay admit to Awiyao when he is called back to the dance?
Why does Lumnay run away from the ceremony toward the bean fields?
Why does Lumnay run away from the ceremony toward the bean fields?
What is the setting of the story 'The Wedding Dance' by Amador Daguio?
What is the setting of the story 'The Wedding Dance' by Amador Daguio?
Why does Awiyao have to take another wife in the story?
Why does Awiyao have to take another wife in the story?
What qualities describe Lumnay in 'The Wedding Dance'?
What qualities describe Lumnay in 'The Wedding Dance'?
What is the significance of Madulimay in the story?
What is the significance of Madulimay in the story?
What event leads to Lumnay's separation from Awiyao in 'The Wedding Dance'?
What event leads to Lumnay's separation from Awiyao in 'The Wedding Dance'?
What theme is evident in 'The Wedding Dance' based on the excerpt provided?
What theme is evident in 'The Wedding Dance' based on the excerpt provided?
What was the expectation of Awiyao and Lumnay during their marriage?
What was the expectation of Awiyao and Lumnay during their marriage?
How did Lumnay respond when Awiyao invited her to the wedding dance?
How did Lumnay respond when Awiyao invited her to the wedding dance?
Were Awiyao and Lumnay able to fulfill the expectations of their marriage?
Were Awiyao and Lumnay able to fulfill the expectations of their marriage?
Do you think Awiyao and Lumnay love each other based on the text?
Do you think Awiyao and Lumnay love each other based on the text?
What would you do if you were in Awiyao and Lumnay's situation?
What would you do if you were in Awiyao and Lumnay's situation?
What was the primary expectation from Awiyao and Lumnay's marriage that they were unable to fulfill?
What was the primary expectation from Awiyao and Lumnay's marriage that they were unable to fulfill?
Flashcards
Awiyao's worry
Awiyao's worry
Awiyao is worried because he cannot find his first wife, Lumnay.
Awiyao's apology
Awiyao's apology
Awiyao apologizes to Lumnay for not providing her with children.
Lumnay's rejection
Lumnay's rejection
Lumnay refuses to accept another husband.
Lumnay's confession
Lumnay's confession
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Lumnay's escape
Lumnay's escape
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Story setting
Story setting
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Awiyao's second wife
Awiyao's second wife
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Lumnay's qualities
Lumnay's qualities
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Madulimay's importance
Madulimay's importance
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Lumnay's separation
Lumnay's separation
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Story Theme
Story Theme
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Marriage expectations
Marriage expectations
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Lumnay's reaction to the dance
Lumnay's reaction to the dance
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Marriage fulfillment
Marriage fulfillment
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Awiyao and Lumnay's love
Awiyao and Lumnay's love
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Alternative solution
Alternative solution
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Primary marriage expectation
Primary marriage expectation
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Marital expectation failure
Marital expectation failure
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Study Notes
The Story "The Wedding Dance"
- The story is set in the mountains of northern Philippines, in a traditional community, before or after the Second World War, during the summer night before harvest time.
- Awiyao, a strong, muscular, and industrious member of the tribe, has been married to Lumnay for seven years without children.
- According to the laws of their society, Awiyao is forced to take another wife, Madulimay, who holds the promise of the continuity of Awiyao's lineage.
Awiyao and Lumnay's Relationship
- Awiyao loves Lumnay and has been a good husband to her, but their inability to have children leads to their separation.
- Awiyao visits Lumnay in the house he built for her, apologizes, and expresses his admiration and love for her.
- Lumnay, however, stands her ground, refusing to accept another husband, saying she will love only one man.
Lumnay's Response
- Lumnay accepts Awiyao's invitation to the dance, showing courage to face her tribe and the pains of her past.
- She reflects on her fate, questioning her separation from Awiyao, but then changes her mind and runs away from the ceremony.
Themes and Reflections
- The story explores the theme "Love doesn't always conquer everything."
- The story raises questions about standing up for one's beliefs, the skills required to take a stand, and the challenges and risks involved.
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Description
This quiz summarizes the key events in 'The Wedding Dance' by Amador Daguio, including the emotional reunion between Awiyao and Lumnay during Awiyao's second wedding festivities.
