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It is a body of written works of a particular time especially those valued for excellence of form and expression.
It is a body of written works of a particular time especially those valued for excellence of form and expression.
- Narrative
- Prose
- Historical Books
- Literature (correct)
It is made out of nothing, symbolic and artificial.
It is made out of nothing, symbolic and artificial.
- Narrative Poetry
- Non-Fiction
- Anecdotes
- Fiction (correct)
Form of any narrative, account or other communicative work based on facts.
Form of any narrative, account or other communicative work based on facts.
- Non-Fiction (correct)
- Poetry
- Escape
- Prose
Long narrative divided into chapters and events taken from true to life stories.
Long narrative divided into chapters and events taken from true to life stories.
Involving one or more characters, one plot and a single impression.
Involving one or more characters, one plot and a single impression.
Divided into acts and each act has many scenes.
Divided into acts and each act has many scenes.
Fictitious narrative, usually about origins.
Fictitious narrative, usually about origins.
Products of the writer’s imagination and the main aim is to bring out the lessons to the reader.
Products of the writer’s imagination and the main aim is to bring out the lessons to the reader.
“Without Seeing the Dawn” by Stevan Javellana.
“Without Seeing the Dawn” by Stevan Javellana.
“The Laughter of My Father” by Carlos Bulosan.
“The Laughter of My Father” by Carlos Bulosan.
“Thirteen Plays” by Wilfredo M. Guerrero.
“Thirteen Plays” by Wilfredo M. Guerrero.
“The Bikol Legend” by Pio Duran.
“The Bikol Legend” by Pio Duran.
“The Monkey and the Turtle” by Dr. Jose Rizal.
“The Monkey and the Turtle” by Dr. Jose Rizal.
This is a report of everyday events in society, government, science and industry.
This is a report of everyday events in society, government, science and industry.
This is a formal treatment of subject and is intended to be spoken in public.
This is a formal treatment of subject and is intended to be spoken in public.
This expresses the viewpoint or opinion of the writer about a particular problem or event.
This expresses the viewpoint or opinion of the writer about a particular problem or event.
An extended narrative about heroic exploits often under supernatural control.
An extended narrative about heroic exploits often under supernatural control.
These are short poems intended to be sung. The common theme is love, despair, grief, doubt, joy, hope and sorrow.
These are short poems intended to be sung. The common theme is love, despair, grief, doubt, joy, hope and sorrow.
This is a lyric poem of 14 lines dealing with an emotion, a feeling, or an idea.
This is a lyric poem of 14 lines dealing with an emotion, a feeling, or an idea.
A lyric poem which expresses feelings of grief and melancholy and whose theme is death.
A lyric poem which expresses feelings of grief and melancholy and whose theme is death.
Poem of a noble feeling, expressed with dignity, with no definite number of lines in a stanza.
Poem of a noble feeling, expressed with dignity, with no definite number of lines in a stanza.
Written for the purpose of entertainment and its object is pleasure.
Written for the purpose of entertainment and its object is pleasure.
It is written to broaden and sharpen our awareness of life and its object is gratification and understanding.
It is written to broaden and sharpen our awareness of life and its object is gratification and understanding.
This is a song praising God or the Virgin Mary and containing a philosophy of life.
This is a song praising God or the Virgin Mary and containing a philosophy of life.
Riddles, Proverbs, Tanaga, and etc. are classified as __________.
Riddles, Proverbs, Tanaga, and etc. are classified as __________.
Known as battle of wits among participants.
Known as battle of wits among participants.
Form of folk lyric which expresses the hopes and aspirations, the people’s lifestyles as well as their loves.
Form of folk lyric which expresses the hopes and aspirations, the people’s lifestyles as well as their loves.
These are often repetitive and sonorous, didactic and naïve.
These are often repetitive and sonorous, didactic and naïve.
It is a work song that depicts the livelihood of the people.
It is a work song that depicts the livelihood of the people.
Song of lamentation for the dead.
Song of lamentation for the dead.
Tagay is a word distinct to these places called __________.
Tagay is a word distinct to these places called __________.
Explain the cradle of things.
Explain the cradle of things.
How the world was created, how certain animals possess certain characteristics.
How the world was created, how certain animals possess certain characteristics.
Deal with underworld characters such as “tiyanak”, “aswang”, “kapre” and others.
Deal with underworld characters such as “tiyanak”, “aswang”, “kapre” and others.
Narratives of sustained length based on oral tradition involving supernatural events or heroic deeds.
Narratives of sustained length based on oral tradition involving supernatural events or heroic deeds.
In this period it has two distinct classifications: religion and secular.
In this period it has two distinct classifications: religion and secular.
Long narrative poem about passion and death of Christ.
Long narrative poem about passion and death of Christ.
It is perceived in a literary sense where a novel or book is adapted into a film or series.
It is perceived in a literary sense where a novel or book is adapted into a film or series.
Study Notes
Literature and Forms
- Body of written works valued for excellence: Literature
- Origin of "Literature": Derived from the Latin word "Litera"
- Creative means of communication: Literature as a universal concept
- Fiction is made out of nothing, symbolic, and artificial; contrasted with non-fiction which is based on facts.
Narrative Structures
- Long narrative divided into chapters based on true stories: Novela
- Short narratives involving plots and characters: Short Story
- Plays are divided into acts and scenes: Theatre Arts
Genres and Themes
- Fictitious narratives often about origins: Legends
- Anecdotes are products of the writer's imagination aiming to convey lessons.
- Lyric poems focusing on emotions: Sonnets, Odes, and Elegies.
Specific Literary Works
- "Without Seeing the Dawn" categorized as a Novel.
- "The Laughter of My Father" identified as a Short Story.
- "Thirteen Plays" classifies as Plays.
- "The Bikol Legend" classified as Legends.
- "The Monkey and the Turtle" recognized as Fables.
News and Expression
- Reports of everyday events in society termed as News.
- Formal treatments intended for public speaking: Oratorical works.
Poetic Forms
- Lyrics celebrating life and expressing feelings of grief: Elegy and Requiem.
- Tanaga and Riddles classified as Oral Literature demonstrating cultural themes.
- Folk songs exhibit repetitive and sonorous qualities.
Cultural Contexts
- "Tagay" specific to Cebuano culture highlights local traditions.
- Myths and Legends offer narratives on creation and moral characteristics of animals and beings.
Historical References
- Classification of literature during the Spanish period includes religious and secular works.
- Long narratives involving supernatural events: Epic Poems echoing cultural heritages.
Overall Themes
- Literature reflects life experiences, societal issues, and cultural identity through various forms of expression.
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Test your knowledge of literature with this diagnostic quiz. The questions cover various aspects of literary works, their origins, and definitions. Choose the correct answers to see how well you understand the fundamental concepts of literature.
