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What is the term for a poet's repeated use of specific words or phrases to emphasize an idea?
What term describes the emotional feeling conveyed by the choice of words in a poem?
Which term refers to the speaker or character presenting the poem?
What is the literary term for a poem that tells a story?
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Which term describes the use of descriptive language that helps readers create images in their mind?
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What event marked the declaration of Martial Law in the Philippines?
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Which priest was NOT among the three priests guillotined during the notable period of reawakening the Filipino spirit?
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Who is recognized as the founder of the Palanca Awards?
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What type of literature often breaks traditional writing rules and deals with current themes?
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What is a graphic novel primarily characterized by?
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Which of the following focuses on issues of modern womanhood, often humorously?
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What is considered a fictional literature of extreme brevity?
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What is the first book printed in the Philippines?
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What form of literary experience combines a book, movie, and internet website?
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During which period in the Philippines was English adopted as a medium of instruction in schools?
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What type of dramatic performance, associated with the Spanish period, depicts the death of Jesus Christ?
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Who composed the music for the Philippine National Anthem, formerly known as 'Marcha Nacional Filipina'?
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What is the term for the period when Philippine literature in English experienced a halt due to censorship?
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What was the significant result of the EDSA People Power Revolution in terms of media?
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During which period did the youth in the Philippines become vocally active in demanding government change?
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What is considered as the recreational play introduced by the Spaniards that combines comedy and musical drama?
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Study Notes
Historical Literature and Key Events in the Philippines
- First printed book: Doctrina Christiana marked as the earliest printed book in the Philippines.
- Spanish Period: A time when Christianity significantly flourished, shaping cultural and literary narratives.
- Pre-Spanish Period: Characterized by oral traditions, including legends, folk tales, epics, and folk songs, shared in communities, along with the barangay system ruled by raja or datu.
- Martial Law: A noted period of dictatorship in the Philippines, declared on September 21, 1972, by Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.
- American Regime Influence: Encouragement for Filipino writers to use the English language, with English as the medium of instruction in schools.
- Cenakulo: A dramatic performance focusing on the death of Jesus Christ, popular during the Spanish period.
- Zarzuela: A recreational play combining comedy and musical drama introduced by Spanish colonizers.
- Japanese Period Literature: Introduction of Haiku and Tanaga forms of poetry, with a halt in Philippine literature in English due to strict newspaper circulation limitations.
Notable Figures and Their Contributions
- Jose Palma: Filipino poet and soldier who wrote "Filipinas," which inspired the Philippine National Anthem lyrics.
- Julian Felipe: Composer of the Philippine National Anthem, originally known as "Marcha Nacional Filipina," now "Lupang Hinirang."
- Carlos Palanca Sr.: Founder of the prestigious Palanca Awards established in 1950, promoting literary excellence.
- Pedro Bukaneg: Recognized as the Father of Iloco Literature.
- Juan Crisostomo Soto: Known as the Father of Kapampangan Literature.
- National Artists for Literature: Francisco Arcellana, Nick Joaquin, and F. Sionil Jose celebrated for their literary contributions.
Contemporary Literature Concepts
- 21st Century Literature: Encompasses works created since 2001, dealing with current themes and reflecting technological culture.
- Graphic Novel: A narrative work told through comic form, providing a unique storytelling approach.
- Doodle Fiction: Literary presentations incorporating doodle drawings and handwritten graphics instead of traditional text.
- Chick-Lit: A genre addressing modern womanhood humorously and with light-hearted themes.
- Digital Poems: Poetic works reliant on technology, presenting challenges in format and presentation.
- Mobile Phone Text Tula: Short verses created for reading on mobile devices.
Literary Devices and Poetic Forms
- Digi Fiction: A multimedia literary experience combining books, movies, and internet platforms for an interactive story.
- Flash Fiction: Extremely brief fictional literature, often referred to as "very short stories."
- Business Blog: Blogs tailored for businesses that communicate brand identity and messaging.
- Spoken Word Poetry: An oral art form focusing on wordplay aesthetics.
- Alliteration and Repetition: Literary devices that enhance rhythm and focus within poetry.
- Persona: Refers to the speaker in a poem, which can either be the poet or a created character.
Themes and Structural Elements
- Mood and Tone: Mood pertains to the emotional atmosphere of a poem, while tone reflects the writer's attitude toward the subject.
- Imagery: Descriptive language that evokes sensory experiences, helping readers visualize scenes.
- Lyric Poem: A type of poetry that expresses personal emotions and has a musical quality.
- Sonnet: A poetic form consisting of 14 lines, typically with a structured rhyme scheme.
- Theme: The underlying message or central idea in a poem or story.
- Narrative Poem: A poem that tells a specific story with a defined plot structure.
- Point of View: The perspective or viewpoint from which a narrative is told, influencing the reader's understanding.
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Explore the rich tapestry of historical literature and key events that have shaped the Philippines. This quiz covers various periods including the Spanish and American regimes, as well as the impact of Martial Law. Test your knowledge on printed works, oral traditions, and influential cultural performances.
