30 Questions
What is the main characteristic of a Ballad?
Oral tradition roots
Which type of poetry expresses feelings but does not fit into other categories?
Simple Lyric Poetry
What does Dramatic Poetry combine with its structure?
Dialogue
What is a key feature of Metrical Romance poetry?
Rambling love story and knightly adventures
In what kind of poetry is a nation's history often revealed?
Epic
What is a defining element of Narrative Poetry?
Simple people's songs
What do context clues do for the reader?
Provide the meaning of unknown words
Which of the following is NOT a type of context clue as mentioned in the text?
Contradiction
What is the purpose of using the word 'is' or 'such as' in a sentence according to the text?
To clarify the meaning of the unknown word
How is a Definition context clue different from a Synonym context clue?
Definition clues give examples, while Synonym clues use different words with the same meaning
In which type of context clue is the unknown word clarified within or near the same sentence?
Explanation
What is the purpose of using a Synonym context clue in a sentence?
To offer a different word with the same meaning
What is the term for the unique word system of every profession or field of knowledge?
Jargon
Which literary device is characterized by an implied comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'?
Metaphor
How is a simile different from a metaphor?
A simile uses 'like' or 'as', while a metaphor does not.
Why is interpreting creative work from a purely literal point of view discouraged in literature?
It may cause the reader to miss the deeper intended meanings.
Which of the following statements best describes figurative language in literature?
'Figurative language' includes metaphors and similes in literature.
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes similes from metaphors?
Similes imply comparisons while metaphors state them directly.
What does Bautista (2007) define literature as?
Enduring expression of significant human experiences
What does the term 'Litterae' mean?
Letters
What is cuneiform?
Form of writing made up of wedge-shaped characters
Which literary work is considered the oldest, existing from 2700-2000 B.C.?
Epic of Gilgamesh
Which script led to the development of a real alphabet?
Phoenician Consonantal Scripts
What is the aim of literature according to the text?
Inspiring and uplifting taste
How is literature defined in the text?
An evidence of human struggles and aspirations
According to Bautista (2007), what is literature?
A tool for building bridges among cultures
What is one of the learning outcomes of the module based on the text?
To define the meaning of literature
How does literature contribute to the fullness of man according to the text?
By providing opportunities to learn and develop skills
In the context of the text, why is literature considered important?
For its role in bridging cultural gaps
What is one of the purposes or aims of literature based on the text?
To understand human experiences
Explore the unique language used by creative writers in literature, commonly found in poetry and fiction. Learn about Figurative Language and how interpreting literary works from a literal perspective can limit understanding.
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