How can art express rebellion?

• A. Through works like Rizal's Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.
• B. By depicting tranquil scenery only.
• C. By avoiding political themes.
• D. By copying classic masters.

Answer: (A)

Art expresses rebellion when it challenges those in power, exposes injustice, and invites people to see new possibilities or take a stand. In this question, the strongest example is Rizal's Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, which use narrative to critique colonial rule, reveal social abuses, and awaken national awareness. Through vivid characters, satire, and moral critique, these works show how art can mobilize thought and push for reform, turning protest into a call for change. The other options don’t fit because depicting tranquil scenery alone conveys peace rather than resistance, avoiding political themes ignores the very act of challenging authority, and copying classical masters is imitation rather than a rebellious, contemporary critique.