21st Century Literature Lesson 1.1

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What is one of the primary purposes of literature?

To provide entertainment only

To represent the culture and traditions of people (correct)

To solely document historical events

To teach grammar rules

Philippine literature is only written in Spanish.

False

Name one form of literature from the pre-colonial period.

Tanaga

Philippine literature during the Spanish period was influenced significantly by _______.

religion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of oral literature?

Easily traceable authorship Signup and view all the answers

Match the following periods with their characteristics:

Pre-Colonial Period = Oral literature with communal authorship Spanish Period = Influenced by religion and pagan themes Modern Literature = Diverse themes and genres Post-Colonial Period = Reflection of contemporary issues Signup and view all the answers

The themes of the pre-colonial poetry often linked Filipino culture with other Southeast Asian countries.

True Signup and view all the answers

What significance does literature hold in society?

It provides insight and context to world societies. Signup and view all the answers

What type of literature primarily characterizes the Pre-Colonial period in the Philippines?

Epic poetry Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common theme in the early Filipino writings during the Spanish period?

Paganism and religion Signup and view all the answers

How was the authorship of pre-colonial literature approached?

The authorship was communal and focused on storytelling Signup and view all the answers

Which language was predominantly used in writing Philippine literature during the Spanish period?

Spanish Signup and view all the answers

What role does literature play in understanding human society?

It acts as a blueprint for societal insights Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following forms is NOT associated with pre-colonial Filipino literature?

Sonnet Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about Philippine literature is accurate?

Philippine literature includes various indigenous languages. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the notable characteristics of pre-colonial literature?

It often involves communal storytelling without defined authors. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to 21st Century Literature

Literature embodies the culture, traditions, and languages of people.
Defined as a body of written works, focusing on imaginative poetry and prose.
Aesthetic excellence and the author's intentions distinguish literary works.

Importance of Literature

Provides a framework or blueprint reflecting human society.
Offers insights and context about different world societies.
Opens up new experiences and perspectives for readers.

Brief History of Philippine Literature

Philippine Literature encompasses works from pre-history to colonial influences.
Comprised of literature in Indigenous and Hispanic languages.
Most notable works emerged during the Spanish colonial period and early 20th century, predominantly in Spanish.
Philippine literature is also written in English, Tagalog, and various native languages.

Pre-Colonial Period

Early Filipino literature was predominantly oral, emphasizing communal authorship.
Difficulty in tracing original authors due to the focus on storytelling.
Pre-colonial literature shares elements with Southeast Asian literary traditions.
Key forms of pre-colonial literature include:
- Riddles (Bugtong)
- Proverbs (Salawikain)
- Pre-colonial poetry
- Tanaga (quatrains)
- Ambahan (seven-syllable poetry)
- Duplo (poetic debate)
- Bayok (epic narration)
- Balagtasan (poetic contest)
- Epic poetry

Spanish Period

The influence of religion became a prominent theme in early Filipino writings.
Presence of paganism in literary works during this period.

Introduction to 21st Century Literature

Literature embodies the culture, traditions, and languages of people.
Defined as a body of written works, focusing on imaginative poetry and prose.
Aesthetic excellence and the author's intentions distinguish literary works.

Importance of Literature

Provides a framework or blueprint reflecting human society.
Offers insights and context about different world societies.
Opens up new experiences and perspectives for readers.

Brief History of Philippine Literature

Philippine Literature encompasses works from pre-history to colonial influences.
Comprised of literature in Indigenous and Hispanic languages.
Most notable works emerged during the Spanish colonial period and early 20th century, predominantly in Spanish.
Philippine literature is also written in English, Tagalog, and various native languages.

Pre-Colonial Period

Early Filipino literature was predominantly oral, emphasizing communal authorship.
Difficulty in tracing original authors due to the focus on storytelling.
Pre-colonial literature shares elements with Southeast Asian literary traditions.
Key forms of pre-colonial literature include:
- Riddles (Bugtong)
- Proverbs (Salawikain)
- Pre-colonial poetry
- Tanaga (quatrains)
- Ambahan (seven-syllable poetry)
- Duplo (poetic debate)
- Bayok (epic narration)
- Balagtasan (poetic contest)
- Epic poetry

Spanish Period

The influence of religion became a prominent theme in early Filipino writings.
Presence of paganism in literary works during this period.

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Description

Explore the foundation of 21st Century Literature in this introductory lesson. Understand what literature represents in terms of culture, traditions, and language. Enhance your appreciation of written works that reflect the imagination of their authors.