Rebirth of Freedom
This award, established in 1950, recognized outstanding Filipino writers in short stories, plays, and poetry.
The Palanca Awards
Fill in the Blanks: Heart of _____ (1947), by Manuel Viray is a collection of poems that captivates the readers on a journey deep into the heart of nature.
Islands
The Period of Activism was also known by this alternate name.
“The Literary Revolution”
When did the Philippines regain its freedom?
July 4, 1946
Fill in the Blanks: "My Brother, My Executioner" deals with the conflict during the _____ uprising in the 50s.
Hukbalahap
The English translation of the word “Makibaka”
“To dare”
What kind of attitude did the journalists indulge in in their reporting?
Which work by F. Sionil Jose was banned during Martial Law?
"My Brother, My Executioner"
Name one author mentioned in the notable works presented during the Period of Activism.
Jose Sison / F. Sionil Jose / Jose F. Lacaba
The Palanca Awards, established in 1950, was named after this Filipino businessman and philanthropist.
Carlos Palanca Sr.
Fill in the blanks: Days of ________, Nights of _________; The First Quarter’s Storm and Related Events
Disquiet, Rage
The frustration of the youth could be felt where?
Churches and schools
Many works focused on the search for national identity and explored the complexities of?
“What it is to be Filipino”
This novel from the Rebirth of Freedom era follows a heroine agonizing through marriage, infidelity, and a defeated attitude towards life.
“The Hand of the Enemy” by Kerima Polotan Tuvera (1961)
The silencing of protesters was most prevalent through the government’s banning of these activities.
Political activities and organizations