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What is the primary characteristic of alliteration?
What is the primary characteristic of alliteration?
- Use of words that imitate natural sounds.
- Repetition of similar sounds at the beginning of closely spaced words. (correct)
- Repetition of vowel sounds in the middle of words.
- Repetition of consonant sounds at the end of words.
Which type of rhyme involves words that sound alike in both consonant and vowel sounds?
Which type of rhyme involves words that sound alike in both consonant and vowel sounds?
- Slant rhyme
- Sight rhyme
- Near rhyme
- Full rhyme (correct)
What is a key feature of hyperbole?
What is a key feature of hyperbole?
- A substitution for a harsh description.
- A literal comparison without 'like' or 'as'.
- A phrase that has become overly familiar.
- An exaggerated statement meant for emphasis or humor. (correct)
Which device is defined as the repetition of similar consonant sounds at the end of words?
Which device is defined as the repetition of similar consonant sounds at the end of words?
What does metonymy involve?
What does metonymy involve?
Which term refers to a word or phrase that has a secondary, suggestive meaning?
Which term refers to a word or phrase that has a secondary, suggestive meaning?
What is the purpose of a euphemism?
What is the purpose of a euphemism?
What defines an oxymoron?
What defines an oxymoron?
What is flash fiction characterized by?
What is flash fiction characterized by?
Which literary genre involves the author or characters speaking directly to the reader?
Which literary genre involves the author or characters speaking directly to the reader?
What is a key characteristic of slipstream fiction?
What is a key characteristic of slipstream fiction?
What defines electronic literature (e-lit)?
What defines electronic literature (e-lit)?
During which period were epics commonly performed to inspire the community?
During which period were epics commonly performed to inspire the community?
Which of the following is true about Philippine folktales?
Which of the following is true about Philippine folktales?
What distinguishes legends from myths?
What distinguishes legends from myths?
What writing system did Filipinos use during the precolonial period?
What writing system did Filipinos use during the precolonial period?
What is the primary purpose of folktales?
What is the primary purpose of folktales?
Which character is known as the king of the gods in Tagalog myths?
Which character is known as the king of the gods in Tagalog myths?
In Tagalog myths, what is Bakunawa known for?
In Tagalog myths, what is Bakunawa known for?
What is a characteristic feature of folk songs?
What is a characteristic feature of folk songs?
Which of the following is true about ancient Tagalog deities?
Which of the following is true about ancient Tagalog deities?
What is the main function of proverbs or salawikain?
What is the main function of proverbs or salawikain?
Which folk song is about struggle or hardship?
Which folk song is about struggle or hardship?
Riddles, or bugtong, serve what primary purpose?
Riddles, or bugtong, serve what primary purpose?
What was one of Spain's main motives for colonizing the Philippines?
What was one of Spain's main motives for colonizing the Philippines?
Which elements are depicted in the riddle leading to the answer 'pineapple'?
Which elements are depicted in the riddle leading to the answer 'pineapple'?
What is the characteristic of a ladino poem?
What is the characteristic of a ladino poem?
Which of the following is NOT a form of poetry that emerged during the Spanish colonial period?
Which of the following is NOT a form of poetry that emerged during the Spanish colonial period?
How did the Spaniards influence Philippine literature?
How did the Spaniards influence Philippine literature?
Which narrative is typically addressed in the Pasyon poem?
Which narrative is typically addressed in the Pasyon poem?
What role did the policy of reduccion serve during the Spanish colonization?
What role did the policy of reduccion serve during the Spanish colonization?
What type of content primarily characterized Philippine poetry under Spanish colonial rule?
What type of content primarily characterized Philippine poetry under Spanish colonial rule?
What defines the structure of an awit?
What defines the structure of an awit?
Which of the following statements about a kurido is true?
Which of the following statements about a kurido is true?
What is the primary purpose of an anecdote in the context of sermons?
What is the primary purpose of an anecdote in the context of sermons?
What type of literary form is embodied in novenas?
What type of literary form is embodied in novenas?
Which of the following works was the first published by a Filipino?
Which of the following works was the first published by a Filipino?
Study Notes
Literary Devices
- Alliteration: Repetition of initial consonant sounds in closely spaced words.
- Assonance: Repetition of vowel sounds creating internal rhymes within a line.
- Consonance: Repetition of consonant sounds, usually at the end of words.
- Euphony: Utilizes various sound devices to create a pleasant auditory experience.
- Onomatopoeia: Words that imitate natural sounds associated with what is being described.
- Repetition: Recurrence of words or phrases to emphasize an idea or create rhythm.
- Rhyme: Similar sounds at the end of two or more words, often found in poetry.
- Full Rhyme: Complete matching of both consonant and vowel sounds.
- Slant Rhyme: Same final consonant but different preceding sounds.
- Near Rhyme: Identical vowel sounds but different ending consonants.
- Sight Rhyme: Words that are spelled alike but pronounced differently.
Figurative Language
- Analogy: Comparison highlighting similarities between two different concepts.
- Cliché: Worn-out phrases that were once clever but now lack originality.
- Connotation: Implied or suggested meanings of words beyond their literal definitions.
- Denotation: The explicit, literal meaning of a word as found in the dictionary.
- Euphemism: A polite or mild term used to describe something blunt or harsh.
- Hyperbole: Exaggeration used for emphasis or humor.
- Metaphor: Direct comparison between two unlike objects based on shared characteristics.
- Metonymy: Substitution of one term for another closely associated concept.
- Oxymoron: A combination of contradictory terms.
New and Emerging Literary Genres
- Fan Fiction: Works created by fans of existing media, popular in online communities.
- Flash Fiction: Very short stories, typically under 1,000 words, focused on precise and impactful language.
- Metafiction: Fiction that self-references and engages the reader as part of the narrative.
- Slipstream: Blends elements of science fiction and fantasy with mainstream literary genres.
- Electronic Literature (E-lit): Literary works that exploit the unique features of digital platforms.
Precolonial Period Literature
- Mythological Age: Stories explaining creation and natural phenomena featuring deities and spirits.
- Heroic Age: Focus on mortal characters and cultural heroes, with epics celebrated in communities.
- Folktales: Traditional stories often comprising human, animal, and plant characters, evolving through retellings.
- Writing System: The baybayin script used by Filipinos in the precolonial period, derived from Javanese Kavi.
Types of Traditional Literature
- Myths: Stories featuring gods and fantastical beings.
- Legends: Believed to be historical yet unverifiable narratives passed through generations.
- Riddles: Amusing and perplexing questions that require imaginative thinking to solve.
The Spanish Colonial Influence
- Motivations for colonization included the pursuit of valuable spices and the conversion of locals to Christianity.
- Linguistic Changes: The introduction of the Roman alphabet and incorporation of Spanish terms into Tagalog.
- Literary Changes: Shift towards religious themes, with the Spanish language becoming dominant in literature.
Development of Poetry
- Precolonial Poetry: Centered on themes of spirituality and daily life through epics, riddles, folk songs, and proverbs.
- Ladino Poems: Bilingual poems in Tagalog and Spanish with religious themes.
Poetic Forms During Spanish Colonial Period
- Pasyon: Narrative poem detailing Jesus Christ's passion, death, and resurrection.
- Awit: A slow-paced narrative poem of 12 syllables per line celebrating love and devotion.
- Kurido: Faster narrative poems with 8 syllables per line, exemplified by "Ibong Adarna."
- Dalit: Religious poetry honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Prose Forms in Spanish Colonial Period
- Anecdotes: Short, entertaining stories with life lessons, often used in sermons.
- Pláticas (Sermons): Religious lectures by priests covering moral and biblical topics.
- Novenas: Series of prayers repeated over nine days, often for petitions and thanksgivings.
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Test your understanding of literary devices and figurative language with this engaging quiz. Explore concepts such as alliteration, assonance, and analogy while enhancing your literary skills. Perfect for students and literature enthusiasts alike!
