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?

<p>Fables and legends (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Side-by-side with the country's history (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What have been the main influences on Philippine literature?

<p>Colonial and contemporary traditions (C)</p> 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?

<p>Pre-Colonial Era (B)</p> 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?

<p>Oral Literature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To Promote Cultural Heritage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Alibata (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Sanskrit or Arabic Provenance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Recited as Songs and Chants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To society, government, surroundings, fellowmen, and Divine Creator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Being limited to printed materials only (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Must be related to ideas and feelings of people whether true or imagined (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Letter (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Engaging in oral history research with focus on key personalities from the students’ region/provinces (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>'Undying' pieces that resonate with readers over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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