Introduction to Filipino Literature

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Which of the following is an accurate description of 'Panitikan'?

  • A collection of scientific research papers.
  • A series of mathematical equations and proofs.
  • Written works expressing ideas, feelings, experiences, ambitions and spirit. (correct)
  • A detailed historical account of geological formations.

If you wanted to deeply understand Filipino culture and heritage through literature, which value of studying 'Panitikan' would be most applicable?

  • To improve your vocabulary and grammar skills.
  • To recognize and understand Philippine culture. (correct)
  • To learn about the historical context in which Filipino literature was written.
  • To appreciate the literary techniques used by Filipino authors.

How does 'Tuluyan' differ from 'Patula'?

  • 'Tuluyan' is fictional, while 'Patula' is non-fictional.
  • 'Tuluyan' is written in paragraph form, also called prose, while 'Patula' expresses feelings and written in rhythmic verse. (correct)
  • 'Tuluyan' is exclusively used for historical accounts, while 'Patula' is used for expressing personal opinions.
  • 'Tuluyan' expresses feelings through rhythmic verse, while 'Patula' presents ideas in paragraph form.

What is the primary distinction between 'Piksyon' (Fiction) and 'Di-Piksyon' (Non-Fiction)?

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Why is understanding both 'Piksyon' and 'Di-Piksyon' important in studying literature?

<p>To enhance creativity and analytical skills. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which literary form uses animals or inanimate objects as characters to convey a moral lesson?

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

If a student is preparing a speech to persuade his peers to support a new environmental initiative, which form of 'Di-Piksyon' would be most relevant to his task?

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What is the key element that defines 'Maikling Kwento' (Short Story)?

<p>Focus on a single significant event with limited characters. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic distinguishes an 'Elehiya' from other forms of 'Liriko'?

<p>It expresses sorrow or mourning, typically for someone who has died. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context would a 'Duplo' typically be performed?

<p>During the ninth night of mourning after a funeral. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Panitikan (Literature)

Expression of thoughts, feelings, experiences, aspirations, and spirit in written form.

Importance of Studying Panitikan

Reveals Filipino culture, ancestral wisdom, and intellectual legacy.

Tuluyan (Prose)

Written in paragraphs, expresses thoughts, ideas.

Patula (Poetry)

Expresses feelings, written in stanzas.

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Nobela (Novel)

A lengthy, fictional narrative divided into chapters.

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Pabula (Fable)

Fictional tales featuring animals or inanimate objects with human characteristics.

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Parabula (Parable)

A story with a religious or moral lesson.

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Alamat (Legend)

A traditional story about origins.

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Sanaysay (Essay)

A composition often reflecting personal opinions.

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Patnigan

A poetic contest.

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Study Notes

  • Panitikan comes from the Latin word "litera," which means letter
  • Panitikan expresses thoughts, feelings, experiences, aspirations, and ideas

Value of Literature

  • Helps in recognizing Filipino culture
  • Helps you learn about inherited intellectual wealth as well as the inherent intelligence of our origins.
  • Realizing that we have a noble and great tradition that has served as a guide to outside influences
  • Understand ideas in our literature and practice correcting them
  • Knowing the writing customs will help you improve and develop it
  • Studying our literature as lovers and concerned about our own culture is important

Concept of Literature

  • Literature can be prose or poetry

Prose

  • Expresses ideas, written in paragraphs, also called prose

Poetry

  • Expresses feelings and is written in verses

Types of Fiction

  • Novel: A fictional story composed of different chapters, containing 60,000 to 200,000 words or 300 to 1,300 pages
  • Short story: A short story about an important event involving one or more characters with only one impression
  • Edgar Allan Poe called "Father of the short story in English"
  • Fable: Animals or inanimate objects act as characters
  • Myth: A story about gods and goddesses
  • Folktales: Stories passed down by word of mouth that contain adventures, romance, and horror, used to appreciate our environment and improve our outlook on life

Types of Non-Fiction

  • Speech: Ideas or opinions conveyed through public speaking on a stage to persuade, respond, reason, impart knowledge, and express a belief
  • News: Important events inside and outside the country.
  • Biography: An account of a person's life based on real records, events, or information
  • Essay: A short composition that usually contains the personal opinion of the author
  • Anecdote: Strange events that happened in the life of a famous person
  • Diary: A personal record of experiences or reflections that is regularly written and usually kept private, which can be in a notebook or electronic document

Poetry Types

  • Narrative: A long narrative poem

Lyrical Poetry

  • Expresses emotion; possesses thoughts, imagination, or feelings of the author
    • Song: Adventures of a famous person in the kingdom with twelve syllables
    • Ode: Praises the greatness of a person or group
    • Elegy: Topic is the memory of someone who died, a type of lament or mourning
    • Sonnet: Has fourteen verses and expresses life lessons
    • Hymn: Worships God

Debate Poetry

  • Poetic debate uses reasoning and sharp thinking
    • Duplo: A poetry contest commonly done on the ninth night in the courtyard of the deceased after the burial as entertainment for the bereaved
    • Balagtasan: Argument of opposing sides about a topic
    • Epic: Heroism and human struggle against enemies that are almost unbelievable due to miraculous and unbelievable scenes
    • Karagatan: A poem played in a contest with a dead person
  • Corridos came from the influence of the Spaniards, eight syllables per line and four lines in one stanza.
  • Awit has a subject of love, failure, hope, joy, etc.

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