Kankanay Legend: Ricebird and Character Types

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What defines the protagonist in a narrative?

The central figure often in conflict with an antagonist. (correct)

A character that provides comic relief.

A character that actively opposes the major character.

A character that remains unchanged throughout the story.

Which type of character provides a contrasting trait to the protagonist?

Static

Round

Foil (correct)

Dynamic

Which term describes a character that does not undergo significant change in the story?

Dynamic

Round

Flat

Static (correct)

What is the primary role of a confidante in a narrative?

To listen to the major character's thoughts and emotions. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of conflict is characterized by a struggle within a character?

Internal Conflict Signup and view all the answers

What is characterization primarily concerned with?

The actions and thoughts of characters. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of character is best described as having complexity and depth?

Round Signup and view all the answers

What type of characterization uses actions and thoughts to reveal a character?

Indirect Characterization Signup and view all the answers

What type of conflict is represented when a character struggles with their own thoughts and feelings?

Self Conflict Signup and view all the answers

Which example illustrates a character vs.character conflict?

Anna and Elsa's disagreement in Frozen Signup and view all the answers

In which type of conflict does a character face societal norms or government rules?

Character vs.Society Signup and view all the answers

What correctly defines the sequence of events in a narrative?

The cause and effect structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the character vs.nature conflict?

It involves a struggle with natural elements. Signup and view all the answers

What literary device does a poem need to possess according to Villa?

Magical quality Signup and view all the answers

In the poem 'First, A Poem Must Be Magical', what element is NOT mentioned as a quality a poem should have?

Logical reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rhyme in poetry?

To provide a predictable and fun effect for readers Signup and view all the answers

What defines a poetic foot?

An individual unit with a specific number of syllables and emphasis pattern Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of meter in poetry?

The thematic elements of the poem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following illustrates a metaphor?

A poem is a seagull. Signup and view all the answers

What does personification involve?

Giving human qualities to non-living things Signup and view all the answers

What does hyperbole mean in poetry?

Exaggeration for emphasis Signup and view all the answers

Which option illustrates alliteration?

First, a poem must be magical. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes consonance?

Repetition of consonant sounds in any part of the word Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme of the poem 'Speak of Life'?

The importance of living in the present Signup and view all the answers

Which poetic structure refers to a narrative poem that tells a story, often in quatrains?

Ballad Signup and view all the answers

What technique refers to the specific choice of words and phrases used by poets?

Poetic Diction Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tone' refer to in poetry?

The attitude or feeling expressed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about Free Verse poetry?

It does not have consistent rhyme and meter. Signup and view all the answers

In 'Speak of Life', what is advised against speaking of?

What has been and what may be Signup and view all the answers

What type of poem is defined by spelling out a word, name, or phrase using certain letters of each line?

Acrostic Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary theme of 'Hymn To Labor' by Jose Rizal?

The value of hard work and its impact on family and country. Signup and view all the answers

In 'Hymn To Labor', who is primarily responsible for nurturing love in the children?

The wife. Signup and view all the answers

What imagery is used in 'Words' to convey the speaker's emotions?

Imagery of storms and the sea. Signup and view all the answers

Which group is called upon to labor for their country in 'Hymn To Labor'?

All people: men, women, and children. Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker in 'Words' suggest about the unspoken words?

They hold deep secrets and meanings. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'the labor of man sustains family, home and Motherland' imply in 'Hymn To Labor'?

Labor is essential for the well-being of society. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the conclusion of 'Hymn To Labor'?

True love consists of effort and sacrifice. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lesson 1: The Origin of Ricebird

A Kankanay Legend - This legend tells the story of how ricebirds came to be.
Narrative Poetry - Storytelling in verse poem is known as Narrative Poetry.
Character Types - Different characters are represented in a literary work, such as Protagonist, Antagonist, Minor Character, Confidante, Foil, Flat, Round, Static, Dynamic, and Stock.

Character Types Explained

Protagonist - Known as the main character, usually in conflict with the antagonist.
Antagonist - Opposes or is hostile to the protagonist, an adversary.
Minor Character - Does not have a significant role, may appear briefly in the story.
Confidante - A character who listens to the protagonist's thoughts and feelings.
Foil - A character with contrasting traits to the main character, used to highlight their characteristics.
Flat Character - Lacking depth and complexity, readers don't learn much about them.
Round Character - Complex and well-developed, readers learn a lot about them.
Static Character - Does not change throughout the story.
Dynamic Character - Experiences significant changes in the plot.
Stock Character - Archetypal figures with universal roles, like a hero, villain, damsel in distress, or wise old person.

Characterization

Direct (Explicit) Characterization - The poet directly describes the character or another character does so to introduce them to the reader.
Indirect/Implicit Characterization - The character's thoughts and actions are used to reveal their true nature to the reader.

Conflict

Internal Conflict - A struggle within the character's own thoughts and feelings.
External Conflict - A struggle between the character and another person, society, nature, or force.

Plot

Sequence of Events- The plot is the series of events in a narrative.
Cause and Effect - The plot unfolds through a chain of cause and effect, driving the story forward.

Lesson 2: First, A Poem Must be Magical

Jose Garcia Villa - A Filipino writer and poet, he used the pen name "Doveglion."
"Footnote to Youth" - One of his most prominent works is the short story "Footnote to Youth."
First, A Poem Must Be Magical - In this poem, Villa describes the qualities of poetry.

Features of a Poem

Rhyme - Correspondence of sounds, often at the end of words, creating a predictable and enjoyable sound effect.
Foot - A single poetic foot contains a specific number of stressed and unstressed syllables - Examples include: Iambic, Trochaic, Anapestic, and Dactylic.
Meter - Creates rhythmic structure.
- Components:
  - Number of syllables
  - Emphasis on syllables

Figures of Speech

Simile - Comparing things using "like" or "as."
Metaphor - Direct comparison, without using "like" or "as."
Personification - Giving non-living things human qualities.
Hyperbole - Exaggeration for emphasis.
Alliteration - Repetition of similar initial consonant sounds.
Assonance - Repetition of similar vowel sounds, creating internal rhymes.
Consonance - Repetition of consonant sounds.

Lesson 3: Speak of Life

Rafael Zulueta da Costa - Filipino poet who used the pen name R. Zulueta da Costa.
Awards - Won the Commonwealth Literary Award for Poetry in 1940 for his works "Like the Molave" and "Collected Poems."

The Poem "Speak of Life"

The poem emphasizes living in the present moment and focusing on the things that are, rather than dwelling on the past or future.
It presents a philosophy of life, advocating for a present-oriented approach.

Poetic Techniques

Poetic Diction - Choice of words and phrases, including vocabulary, phrasing, and grammatical usage.
Tone - Attitude or feeling expressed through words.
Mood - Overall feeling conveyed by the poem to the reader.
Structure - Form and arrangement of the poem. Examples: Free Verse, Acrostic, Ode, Ballad.

Lesson 4: Words

Angela Manalang Gloria - Filipina poet known for her works exploring themes of love, loss, and identity.
The Poem "Words" - This poem explores the power of unspoken words and the depth of emotions that remain unsaid.
Word Choice - The poet uses powerful imagery and symbolic language to convey the weight of unspoken emotions.

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Explore the Kankanay legend of the origin of ricebirds and learn about various character types in literature. This quiz covers narrative poetry, character definitions, and their roles within a story. Test your knowledge on these fascinating storytelling elements!