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What was the first Filipino alphabet called?
What was the first Filipino alphabet called?
Alibata
The first book printed in the Philippines was the Doctrina Christiana.
The first book printed in the Philippines was the Doctrina Christiana.
True (A)
The first book printed in typography in the Philippines was _____
The first book printed in typography in the Philippines was _____
Libro de los Cuatro Postprimeras de Hombre
Which of these is an example of a folk song in Filipino literature?
Which of these is an example of a folk song in Filipino literature?
What is the theme of the book 'The Pasion'?
What is the theme of the book 'The Pasion'?
Match the following literary works with their descriptions:
Match the following literary works with their descriptions:
The Epic Age is characterized by short narrative poems.
The Epic Age is characterized by short narrative poems.
Who were the intellectuals of the Propaganda Movement primarily educated in Europe?
Who were the intellectuals of the Propaganda Movement primarily educated in Europe?
What marked the longest colonial period in Philippine history?
What marked the longest colonial period in Philippine history?
The literary period that focused on gender issues and cultural diversity is known as _____
The literary period that focused on gender issues and cultural diversity is known as _____
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Study Notes
Introduction to Philippine Literature
- Filipino alphabet, Alibata, replaced by the Roman alphabet.
- Literature spans from pre-Hispanic epics to colonial works.
21st Century Literature
- Works published from 2001 onward tackle gender issues and cultural diversity.
- Incorporates technology and challenges traditional conventions.
The First Books in the Philippines
- Doctrina Christiana: first book printed (1593) using xylography.
- Nuestra Senora del Rosario: contains biographies of saints and religious texts.
- Libro de los Cuatro Postprimeras de Hombre: first book printed with typography.
- Ang Barlaan at Josephat: translated biblical story, Tagalog version by Fr. Antonio de Borja.
- The Pasion: religious book focusing on Jesus Christ's life, read during Lent.
Periods of Literature in the Philippines
- Pre-Spanish Literature: Folk tales that convey moral lessons (e.g., The Sun and the Moon).
- Epic Age: Long narrative poems exploring heroic achievements (e.g., Biag ni Lam-ang).
- Folk Songs: Early cultural expressions reflecting artistic feelings; many have two syllables (e.g., Leron-Leron Sinta).
- Recreational Plays: Performed during Spanish rule, including Cenaculo and Zarzuela.
Period of Enlightenment
- Ilustrados were Filipino intellectuals educated in 19th-century Europe, addressing colonial issues.
- Propaganda Movement (1872-1896), led by key figures like Jose Rizal and Marcelo del Pilar.
- Featured works include "Sobre La Indolencia De Los Filipinos," critiquing perceptions of Filipino laziness.
- "Filipinas Dentro De Cien Anos": an essay predicting US influence and European disinterest in the Philippines.
- "Pag-ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa": translated from Rizal's work, emphasizing love for one's homeland.
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