10 Questions
What is the main difference between proverbs and riddles?
Riddles demand an answer
What is the term used to describe the stories of the origin of certain places and their names?
Myths and legends
What is the characteristic of epics?
They are long poems about a hero and his adventures
What is the term used to describe practical observations and philosophies of everyday life in Filipino?
Salawikain
What is the purpose of Salawikain in our daily life?
To provide guidance and wisdom
What is the main idea of the classroom agreement 'You are always a student never a master'?
It's okay to make mistakes but keep moving forward
What is the main goal of the warm-up activity 'Bugtong-Bugtong'?
To recall prior knowledge from previous lessons
What is the characteristic of oral literature during the pre-colonial period?
It was passed on from generation to generation
What is the purpose of literature and poetry according to Cassandra Clare?
To influence and shape people's minds
What is the focus of Lesson 1 in 21st Century Literature Class?
Philippine Literature in the Pre-colonial Period
Study Notes
Forms of Literature
- Proverbs are practical observations and philosophies of everyday life, often written in a rhyming scheme, and are called Salawikain in Filipino.
- Examples of Salawikain include "Kung ano ang puno s'ya ang bunga" and "Ang hindi marunong lumingon sa pinanggalingan ay hindi makakarating sa paroroonan".
- The purpose of Salawikain is to provide wisdom and guidance in daily life.
Riddles
- Riddles are like proverbs, but they demand an answer and are used to test the wits of those listening.
- Riddles are often a battle of wits.
- Examples of riddles include "Heto na si Kaka, bubuka-bukaka" and "Dalawang batong itim, malayo ang nararating".
Folksongs
- Folksongs are beautiful, informal expressions of our ancestors' experiences in life.
- They can be categorized into different types, such as:
- Courtship songs
- Lullabies
- Harvest songs
- Funeral songs
- Tales
Tales and Stories
- Tales and stories are accounts of the origin or certain places, their names, and their creation.
- They are also known as myths and legends.
- Examples of tales and stories include "Alamat ng Pinya" and "Alamat ng Bundok Makiling".
Epics
- Epics are long-winded poems about a hero and his adventures and misadventures.
- They typically tell the story of a male hero who is born with all pleasing qualities and has superhuman capabilities.
- Examples of epics include "Hinilawod" and "Biag ni Lam-Ang".
21st Century Literature
- The 21st Century Literature class is based on the principles of respect, preparedness, timeliness, and continuous learning.
- The classroom agreement emphasizes the importance of respecting each other, coming to class prepared, complying with responsibilities on time, and being open to learning and making mistakes.
Philippine Literature in Pre-colonial Period
- Oral literature was passed down from generation to generation and marked by our ancestors.
- It depicted daily life, explanations for natural phenomena, and the beginnings of rituals.
- The pre-colonial period is an important part of Philippine literature, and understanding its history is essential for analyzing and evaluating literary works.
Explore the classroom agreements and introduction to 21st century literature from the Philippines. Learn about the importance of respect, preparation, and responsibility in the learning process.
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