Exploring Pre-Colonial Filipino Literature Quiz

Filipino Literary Forms

• A Bugtong is a Filipino riddle that challenges the listener to guess the answer, often using wordplay and clever language.
• A Salawikain is a Filipino proverb that expresses a general truth or piece of advice, often passed down through generations.
• A Pabula is a Filipino fable that teaches a moral lesson, typically featuring non-human characters such as animals or objects.
• A Folktale is a story passed down through oral tradition, often featuring supernatural or magical elements, and conveying cultural values and traditions.
• A Legend is a narrative that is based on historical events or figures, often featuring supernatural or mythical elements, and is passed down through generations.