12 Questions
What was the ancient writing system used in the Philippines before the Spanish regime?
Baybayin
What type of Philippine literature consists of stories about life, adventure, horror, and humor with moral lessons?
Folktales
Which of the following is an example of a Philippine epic poem?
Biag ni Lam-Ang
What type of Philippine literature emerged in the pre-Spanish period and are one of the oldest forms?
Folksongs
Which of the following was NOT a result of Spanish influence on Philippine literature?
Emergence of new forms of recreational plays
Which of the following is an example of a Philippine folksong that shows the artistic feelings and appreciation for beauty of Filipinos?
Kundiman
Which of the following is NOT one of the writers mentioned during the Propaganda Movement?
Juan Luna
What is the common theme of most poems during the Japanese Period?
Nationalism and love for one's country
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of literature during the American Regime?
Writers focused on social and political satire
What is the meaning of the term "Haiku" in the context of the Japanese Period?
A form of free verse poetry with 17 syllables
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the three types of poems that emerged during the Japanese Period?
Tanka
What is the meaning of the term "imagery" in the context of poetry?
The use of figurative language to create mental images
Study Notes
Pre-Hispanic Literature
- Baybayin was an ancient writing system used in the Philippines.
- Folktales, such as "The Moon and the Sun", taught lessons about life.
- Epics, like "Biag ni Lam-Ang", were long narrative poems about heroic achievements.
- Folksongs, like "Kundiman" and "Kumintang", were one of the oldest forms of Philippine literature.
Spanish Regime
- Baybayin was replaced by the Roman alphabet.
- The teaching of Christian doctrine (Catholicism) became the basis of religious practices.
- European legends and traditions were assimilated into Filipino songs, corridos, and moro-moro.
- Folk songs, such as "Leron-Leron Sinta" and "Pamulinawen", showed the artistic feelings of Filipinos.
- Recreational plays, like Cenaculo and Zarzuela, were performed during the Spanish era.
Period of Enlightenment (1872-1898)
- The Propaganda Movement was led by intellectuals like Jose Rizal, Marcelo Del Pilar, and Graciano Lopez Jaena.
- Jose Rizal wrote "Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo".
- Marcelo Del Pilar wrote "Pag-ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa" and "Kaingat Kayo".
- Graciano Lopez Jaena wrote "Ang Fray Botod" and "La Hija Del Fraile".
American Regime (1898-1946)
- Jose Garcia Villa became famous for his free verse.
- Literature during this period was characterized by the use of Spanish, Tagalog, and regional dialects.
- Writers in Tagalog continued to lament the conditions of the country and promote love for one's native tongue.
- Writers in English imitated American themes and methods.
Japanese Period (1941-1945)
- The Japanese invasion halted Philippine literature in English.
- English newspapers were stopped except for the Tribune and Philippine Review.
- Poems during this period focused on nationalism, country, love, and life in the barrios, faith, religion, and the arts.
- Three types of poems emerged: Haiku, Tanaga, and Karaniwang Anyo.
Philippine Literature in English
- Literature in English experienced a dark period during this time.
- Many books were published in both Filipino and English.
- The New Filipino Literature revived Philippine literature in Tagalog.
- Themes dealt with Japanese brutalities, poverty, and guerilla exploits.
Period of Activism (1970-1972)
- Imagery is a poetic element that creates a mental image through figural language.
- It represents objects, places, ideas, or actions that appeal to the senses of the readers.
Test your knowledge on the literary history timeline of Pre-Hispanic literature in the Philippines. Learn about Baybayin, folktales, epics, and folksongs that are important in Philippine literature.
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