Interpreting Filipino Literature

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What is one key aspect of literature according to the text?

Faithful reproduction of man's experiences (correct)

Scientific analysis of human behavior

Detailed historical accounts

Depiction of animals and nature

According to Panitikang Pilipino, what is true literature?

Fictional stories with no emotional depth

Written work that is everlasting and expresses human emotions (correct)

Historical accounts devoid of emotions

Scientific studies on human behavior

Which theme is a primary focus in Philippine literature?

Futuristic technological advancements

Ancient mythological creatures

Exploration of outer space

Pre-colonial cultural traditions (correct)

What did Philippine literature consist of before Spanish influence?

Fables and legends Signup and view all the answers

In what way has Philippine literature evolved according to the passage?

Side-by-side with the country's history Signup and view all the answers

What have been the main influences on Philippine literature?

Colonial and contemporary traditions Signup and view all the answers

During which literary period did the discovery in Tabon cave in Palawan provide evidence of early human presence in the Philippines?

Pre-Colonial Era Signup and view all the answers

What was the main form of conveying stories in the early Filipino society before the arrival of the Spaniards?

Oral Literature Signup and view all the answers

What was the function of oral literature in the pre-colonial Philippine society?

To Promote Cultural Heritage Signup and view all the answers

What was the ancient Filipino alphabet before the arrival of the Spaniards called?

Alibata Signup and view all the answers

What influenced the development of the ancient Filipino alphabet according to historical accounts?

Sanskrit or Arabic Provenance Signup and view all the answers

What were early forms of poetry in the pre-colonial era meant for in the Philippines?

Recited as Songs and Chants Signup and view all the answers

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

To society, government, surroundings, fellowmen, and Divine Creator Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the defining characteristics of literature according to Webster?

Being limited to printed materials only Signup and view all the answers

How did Webster define literature's connection to ideas and feelings?

Must be related to ideas and feelings of people whether true or imagined Signup and view all the answers

According to the Latin term literae, what does literature mean?

Letter Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Philippine literary during the pre-colonial period involves engaging in oral history research?

Engaging in oral history research with focus on key personalities from the students’ region/provinces Signup and view all the answers

What type of written work did Brother Azurin consider as 'true literature'?

'Undying' pieces that resonate with readers over time Signup and view all the answers

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