Question 1: Identify five (5) major events in the story that can be related to the personal experiences of B. N. Santos as revealed in his biography or your research. Arrange the selected events in the timeline drawn below. Write each event in its corresponding box. Be ready to present your work in class. scent of apples by Bienvenindo N. Santos
Answer (1)
1. Narrator as a Filipino writerSantos frequently used narrators that mirrored his experiences. He traveled to the U.S. to teach and lecture, much like the narrator in the story.2. Celestino Fabia’s homesicknessSantos often explored themes of longing for the Philippines, as he lived abroad for many years and experienced similar feelings of homesickness.3. Cultural displacementSantos’ works often highlight the immigrant experience of adapting to a foreign culture while holding onto one’s roots, reflecting his own struggles in the U.S.4. Focus on immigrant livesSantos was known for writing about ordinary Filipinos in the diaspora, particularly their sacrifices and simple lives. Celestino’s modest life on a farm echoes this focus.5. Separation from family and homelandSantos lived in the U.S. for extended periods, separated from his homeland and loved ones. This personal experience influenced his portrayal of characters grappling with similar emotions.
