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What does literature primarily reflect about a society?
What does literature primarily reflect about a society?
Which form of literature is characterized by the use of sentences and paragraphs?
Which form of literature is characterized by the use of sentences and paragraphs?
What is a characteristic of pre-colonial Philippine literature?
What is a characteristic of pre-colonial Philippine literature?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of literature in pre-colonial times?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of literature in pre-colonial times?
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What type of literary form does poetry utilize?
What type of literary form does poetry utilize?
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Which literary pieces were commonly transmitted orally in pre-colonial Philippines?
Which literary pieces were commonly transmitted orally in pre-colonial Philippines?
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What is a common device used in pre-colonial literature?
What is a common device used in pre-colonial literature?
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In pre-colonial Philippine society, who could be considered an author of literary works?
In pre-colonial Philippine society, who could be considered an author of literary works?
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What characteristic defines an epigram in pre-colonial literature?
What characteristic defines an epigram in pre-colonial literature?
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Which of the following best describes a riddle from the pre-colonial period?
Which of the following best describes a riddle from the pre-colonial period?
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What form of poetry is identified as a mono-rhyming heptasyllabic line?
What form of poetry is identified as a mono-rhyming heptasyllabic line?
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Which statement about pre-colonial literature’s ownership is correct?
Which statement about pre-colonial literature’s ownership is correct?
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What is the primary subject matter of pre-colonial literature?
What is the primary subject matter of pre-colonial literature?
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Which line is an example of a riddle?
Which line is an example of a riddle?
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What emotional quality is associated with the tanaga?
What emotional quality is associated with the tanaga?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes a folk song?
Which of the following statements accurately describes a folk song?
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Which aspect distinguishes epigrams from riddles?
Which aspect distinguishes epigrams from riddles?
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Which line reflects the essence of an epigram?
Which line reflects the essence of an epigram?
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Study Notes
Literature and The Pre-Colonial Times
- Literature encompasses oral and written works that reflect a society's beliefs, values, and struggles, conveying the people's aspirations.
- Classified into prose (ordinary sentences and paragraphs) and poetry (verses and stanzas with a non-ordinary language).
- Pre-colonial literature is primarily oral, showcasing community life through daily experiences such as chores and gatherings.
Characteristics of Pre-Colonial Literature
- Oral tradition with communal ownership of literary works, implying everyone has the potential to contribute as an author.
- Utilizes common day-to-day language.
- Employs literary conventions like repetition, character stereotyping, and rhythmic musical devices.
- Rich variety includes folk tales, epics, and marathon chants passed down orally within ethno-linguistic groups.
- Specific forms presented in traditional narratives and poetic expressions include tigmo (Cebuano), bugtong (Tagalog), patototdon (Bicol), and paktakon (Ilongo).
Themes in Pre-Colonial Literature
- Literature often features magical characters and myths revolving around extraordinary events, heroism, customs, and community ideologies.
Identifying Representative Texts from the Northern Region
- Pre-colonial literature is communal; everyone is a potential author, with oral traditions dominating this period.
- Riddles (Bugtong) and Epigrams (Salawikain) are the two most common forms of poetry.
Riddles
- Riddles present clever, metaphorical questions reflecting everyday objects or situations.
- Examples include:
- "Maputi na parang uwak, lumilipad na parang lawin." (Answer: Smoke)
- "Dua nga agsapsaputen, agliliwanag da." (Answer: Eyes)
- "Isang punongkahoy, anim na sanga." (Answer: A candelabra)
Epigrams
- Brief, clever statements functioning as rules for behavior.
- Examples include:
- "Sarsarita a sangi, aupagan latta." (A talkative tongue slips often.)
- "Ang bayaning masugatan, nag-iibayo ang tapang." (The wounded hero gains more courage.)
- "Manmano ka abras, maid mo paganaden." (However busy you are, don't forget your obligations.)
Identifying Short Poems and Songs
- Pre-colonial literature also includes poems and songs, characterized by specific structures and forms.
- Monorhyming Heptasyllabic Lines: Comprise lines of seven syllables with identical rhyme patterns, noted in the Vocabulario de la lengua Tagala.
- Tanaga: A short poem often formatted as a mono-riming heptasyllabic quatrain, expressing proverbs with deep emotion.
- Folk Songs: Traditional songs from specific regions, played with simple instrumentation, encapsulating cultural narratives.
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Explore the concepts and characteristics of literature in pre-colonial times. This quiz will help you formulate your own definition of literature and understand its significance in historical contexts. Engage with activities that assess your understanding and enhance your literature skills.
