Poetry Elements Quiz: Identify Key Literary Devices

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What is the origin of the word 'literature'?

Roman term (correct)

French term

Greek term

German term

According to Brother Azurin, how does literature express the feelings of people?

To society, government, surroundings, and more (correct)

To animals and nature

To machines and technology

Only to oneself

What is the characteristic of 'true literature' according to PANITIKANG FILIPINO?

It contains scientific facts

It expresses feelings and emotions of people in different situations (correct)

It is only about fictional characters

It is temporary

How does the website Britannica define literature?

Written works associated with imagination and creativity Signup and view all the answers

How can literature be classified according to the text?

By historical period, genre, and subject matter Signup and view all the answers

What are the products of written literature called?

Literary texts Signup and view all the answers

What are the four essential elements in poetry?

Form, imagery, rhythm, and sound Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of poetry?

To express feelings, thoughts, and ideas Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device involves the repeating of same consonant sounds?

Alliteration Signup and view all the answers

Which type of poetry focuses more on expressing feelings rather than telling a story?

Lyric Poetry Signup and view all the answers

What does rhythm in poetry mainly concern?

Flow of the beat Signup and view all the answers

Which literary device uses the actual sound to represent someone or something?

Onomatopoeia Signup and view all the answers

What are the parts of the narrative structure or plot?

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution Signup and view all the answers

Which form of literature is characterized by rhythm, sound, imagery, and form?

Poetry Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Philippine literature themes?

Country's pre-colonial cultural traditions and socio-political histories Signup and view all the answers

Which literary element adds color to any type of literature, especially poetry?

Imagery Signup and view all the answers

What literary devices are mentioned in the text as used in literary texts?

Metaphor and Symbolism Signup and view all the answers

Which literary type tells a story and contains elements like characters and setting?

Narrative Poetry Signup and view all the answers

Which literary work associated Filipinos' struggle for independence with Jesus' life during the Spanish Colonial Period?

Patnubay sa Binyagan Signup and view all the answers

Who made powerful contributions among Filipinos by introducing the rejection of Spanish rule through literary works during the Spanish Colonial Period?

Jose Rizal Signup and view all the answers

Which narrative poems talked about royals, warriors, and lovers during the Spanish Colonial Period?

Awit and Corrido Signup and view all the answers

During which colonial period did Philippine literature in Spanish start to lose its track in the first decade?

American Colonial Period Signup and view all the answers

'Crisalidas' and 'Se deshojo la Flor' are works that discussed revolution and sentiments for patriotism during which period?

American Colonial Period Signup and view all the answers

'Florante at Laura' embodied the concept of colonization and oppression, becoming a voice for revolutionary action during which period?

Spanish Colonial Period Signup and view all the answers

What themes were commonly depicted in Filipino poetry during the period of the New Society?

Patience, native culture, customs, nature, and surroundings Signup and view all the answers

Where were old plays like the Tagalog Zarzuela and Cenaculo presented during the New Society period?

Rebuilt Metropolitan Theater, Folk Arts Theater, and Cultural Center of Radio and Television Signup and view all the answers

What annual event celebrated Filipino films exclusively during the New Society period?

Pista ng mga Pelikulang Pilipino (Yearly Filipino Film Festival) Signup and view all the answers

Who was the lead performer in the film 'Maynila...Sa Mga Kuko Ng Liwanag'?

Bembol Roco Signup and view all the answers

In which art form did newspapers take on new forms during the New Society period?

Comics, Magazines, and other Publications Signup and view all the answers

Which play series was NOT mentioned as a form of recreation in the text?

Darna Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Literature

The word "literature" is derived from the Latin term "litera," meaning "letter."
Literature has been defined differently by various writers:
- Brother Azurin: expresses the feelings of people to society, government, surroundings, fellowmen, and Divine Creator.
- Webster: anything printed that is related to the ideas and feelings of people, whether true or imaginary.
- Panitikang Filipino: a piece of written work that is undying, expressing feelings and emotions of people in response to everyday life.
- Britannica: traditionally defined as a body of written works associated with imaginative and creative works of poetry and prose, classified by language, national origin, historical period, genre, and subject matter.

Characteristics of a Literary Text

A literary text narrates a story.
It expresses feelings, thoughts, and ideas, which can be based on imagination or real-life experiences.
It delivers significant information and crosses boundaries of time, places, and cultures.

Literary Structure

Refers to the organizational method used in literature.
The most common type is the narrative structure, which consists of:
- Exposition
- Rising action
- Climax
- Falling action
- Resolution (denouement)

Forms of Literature

Two major forms of literature:
1. Poetry:
  - Usually written in lines and characterized by rhythm, sound, imagery, and form.
  - Its main purpose is to express feelings, thoughts, and ideas.
  - Can be divided into three types:
    - Narrative poetry
    - Dramatic poetry
    - Lyric poetry
2. Prose

Elements of Poetry

Form
Imagery
Rhythm
Sound
Devices such as repetition, alliteration, assonance, and onomatopoeia

Importance of Studying Literature

Not explicitly stated in the text, but implied

Philippine Literature

A diverse and rich group of works that has evolved side-by-side with the country's history.
Started with fables and legends made by the ancient Filipinos long before the arrival of Spanish influence.
Focuses on the country's pre-colonial cultural traditions and socio-political histories of its colonial and contemporary traditions.

Literary History of the Philippines

The Spanish Colonial Period (1565-1897):
- Filipino writers in Spanish became conscious of the search for freedom.
- Examples:
  - Pascual Poblete's Patnubay sa Binyagan
  - Jose Rizal's Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo
  - Awit and Corrido
  - Francisco Baltazar's Florante at Laura
  - Komedya
The American Colonial Period (1898-1945):
- Philippine literature in Spanish started to lose its track.
- Examples:
  - Poems of Fernando Ma. Guerrero (Crisalidas)
  - Balmori's Se deshojo la Flor novel
  - Others discussed revolution and sentiments for patriotism and reform
The Period of the New Society:
- Themes of most poems dealt with patience, regard for native culture, and the beauties of nature and surroundings.
- Examples:
  - Maynila…Sa Mga Kuko Ng Liwanag
  - Minsa’y Isang Gamu-Gamo
  - Ganito Kami Noon…Paano Kayo Ngayon
  - Insiang
  - Aguila

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