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Which of the following National Artists are known for their works in both poetry and prose?
Which of the following National Artists are known for their works in both poetry and prose?
Which National Artist is known for creating music using a leaf?
Which National Artist is known for creating music using a leaf?
What are the core themes conveyed in Pre-Colonial Philippine literature?
What are the core themes conveyed in Pre-Colonial Philippine literature?
Which of the following literary works belongs to the genre of a short story?
Which of the following literary works belongs to the genre of a short story?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of Filipino folk song?
Which of the following is NOT a type of Filipino folk song?
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Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of fiction?
Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of fiction?
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Which type of folk song is sung during celebratory drinking sessions?
Which type of folk song is sung during celebratory drinking sessions?
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Which of the following is an example of a Round Character in fiction?
Which of the following is an example of a Round Character in fiction?
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What is the primary purpose of a "Harana"?
What is the primary purpose of a "Harana"?
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Which point of view is used when the narrator addresses the reader directly?
Which point of view is used when the narrator addresses the reader directly?
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Which genre of 21st-century literature utilizes computers as a medium of creation?
Which genre of 21st-century literature utilizes computers as a medium of creation?
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Which literary form focuses on brief stories that entertain children?
Which literary form focuses on brief stories that entertain children?
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Which of the following is a type of electronic literature?
Which of the following is a type of electronic literature?
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What is the primary function of "Bugtong" in Pre-Colonial Philippine literature?
What is the primary function of "Bugtong" in Pre-Colonial Philippine literature?
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What is the distinguishing characteristic of "Salawikain" in traditional Filipino literature?
What is the distinguishing characteristic of "Salawikain" in traditional Filipino literature?
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What significant event marked the beginning of the Spanish Colonial period in the Philippines?
What significant event marked the beginning of the Spanish Colonial period in the Philippines?
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Which of the following accurately describes the characteristic style of "How my brother Leon brought home a wife"?
Which of the following accurately describes the characteristic style of "How my brother Leon brought home a wife"?
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The literary period known as the American Colonial period is characterized by:
The literary period known as the American Colonial period is characterized by:
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Tanaga?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Tanaga?
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Which of the following writers is known for their "Comma Poem" style?
Which of the following writers is known for their "Comma Poem" style?
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What is the primary difference between a Canon Author and a National Artist?
What is the primary difference between a Canon Author and a National Artist?
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Which of the following literary periods is NOT directly mentioned in the excerpt?
Which of the following literary periods is NOT directly mentioned in the excerpt?
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What was the primary literary focus of the books and narratives during the American Colonial Period?
What was the primary literary focus of the books and narratives during the American Colonial Period?
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Which of the following best describes the impact of the Japanese Colonial period on Filipino literature?
Which of the following best describes the impact of the Japanese Colonial period on Filipino literature?
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Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of speculative fiction?
Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of speculative fiction?
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What is the difference between a blog and a vlog?
What is the difference between a blog and a vlog?
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What is a "free morpheme" in the context of structural analysis?
What is a "free morpheme" in the context of structural analysis?
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Which context clue uses synonyms to help readers understand an unfamiliar word?
Which context clue uses synonyms to help readers understand an unfamiliar word?
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Which literary device uses exaggeration for emphasis?
Which literary device uses exaggeration for emphasis?
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Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?
Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?
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What is the purpose of literary devices in writing?
What is the purpose of literary devices in writing?
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Which literary device uses contradictory words to create a surprising effect?
Which literary device uses contradictory words to create a surprising effect?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of religious literature discussed in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a type of religious literature discussed in the text?
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What is the main purpose of Propaganda literature?
What is the main purpose of Propaganda literature?
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What is the significance of Graciano Lopez Jaena's "Ang Fray Botod"?
What is the significance of Graciano Lopez Jaena's "Ang Fray Botod"?
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In what way did Marcelo Del Pilar's work, "Kaiingat Kayo", connect to the novel "Noli Me Tangere"?
In what way did Marcelo Del Pilar's work, "Kaiingat Kayo", connect to the novel "Noli Me Tangere"?
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Which author's work focused on outlining the duties of Filipinos towards their country and is often compared to the Ten Commandments?
Which author's work focused on outlining the duties of Filipinos towards their country and is often compared to the Ten Commandments?
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What is the main theme explored by Apolinario Mabini in "El Desarollo Y Caida de la Republica Filipina"?
What is the main theme explored by Apolinario Mabini in "El Desarollo Y Caida de la Republica Filipina"?
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Which of the following is considered a secular literature?
Which of the following is considered a secular literature?
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How does "El Filibusterismo" relate to "Noli Me Tangere"?
How does "El Filibusterismo" relate to "Noli Me Tangere"?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Literature
- Literature originates from the Latin word "literra", meaning writing.
- Britannica defines literature as a body of writing specific to a language or people.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines literature as written artistic works, especially those with lasting artistic value.
- Literature can be categorized by geographic location, language, or ethnicity.
History of Philippine Literature
- Pre-colonial literature existed before the Spanish occupation in the 1500s.
- It was oral, containing lessons and ideas about life, blessings, and consequences.
- Pre-colonial literature explored topics from birth to death.
Literary Forms
- Oral Literature is passed down through storytelling and singing from one generation to the next.
- Folk songs are songs originating in popular culture and can be written or traditional.
- Examples of folk songs include:
- Hele (sung to put babies to sleep)
- Tagay (sung during drinking sessions)
- Harana (used by young men to woo women)
- Songs of Death (laments for the deceased)
- Religious Songs (chants for exorcism and thanksgiving)
- Folk tales are stories passed down orally in popular culture.
Myths, Legends, and Folk Tales
- Myths explain natural occurrences.
- Legends describe mysteries.
- Folk tales are brief stories often aimed at children.
Literary Forms: Additional Genres
- Epics recount adventures of heroes.
- Proverbs (Salawikain) are wise statements given by elders.
- Bugtong are metaphorical statements in question form.
- Religious Literature centers on the life and death of Jesus Christ, encompassing Passions, Senakulos, and Komedya.
- Passions narrate the suffering and death of Jesus Christ.
- Senakulos stage or reenact the story of the Passion.
- Komedya are dramas that often include battles between Christians and Muslims.
- Secular Literature revolves around tales of bravery and adventure, including awit and korido.
- Awit are tales about chivalry where knights save princesses.
- Korido are poetic narratives with a poem structure.
21st Century Literature
- New literary genres have emerged due to advancements in technology.
- Electronic literature utilizes computers as a means of production. (Hypertexts, generators, video poetry and Twitterature)
- Graphic literature presents stories through illustrations.
- Vlogs and blogs offer new forms of narrative expression.
- Chick Lit focuses on women's lives and romantic relationships.
- Speculative fiction explores possible future or alternate realities.
- Subgenres include science fiction, fantasy, dystopian, post-apocalyptic and other realities.
- Flash Fiction is short fictional stories, usually under 1,500 words.
- Contemporary Philippine literature continues to adapt and innovate.
Literary Approaches and Language
- Literary Language uses words in conventionally accepted meanings.
- Denotation is the dictionary definition of a word.
- Structural analysis helps in understanding unknown words.
- Morphemes are the smallest meaningful parts of words. - Free morphemes (root word) - Bound morphemes (prefixes/suffixes)
- Context clues help understand unfamiliar words, by including example, definition, synonym and antonym clues, mood and tone clues.
- Figurative language uses words in a non-literal way
- Similes, metaphors, personification, and hyperbole.
- Literary techniques: symbolism, metonymy, synecdoche, irony, allusion, paradox, and onomatopoeia.
- Critical approaches to literature provide different ways to analyze and interpret texts -Marxism, Feminism, reader response.
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Explore the rich tapestry of Philippine literature, from its oral traditions before colonial times to the various literary forms that emerged over the centuries. This quiz delves into the historical context, key themes, and important works that define the literary landscape of the Philippines.
