Philippine and Japanese Literature Overview

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the Contemporary/Modern period in Japanese literature?

  • Predominance of traditional poetry forms
  • Emphasis on foreign language use
  • Use of native language for literary expression (correct)
  • Focus on thematic complexity

What defines a Haiku in Japanese poetry?

  • A poem structured in 5-7-5 syllable pattern (correct)
  • A poem of six lines with varied syllables
  • A narrative poem with a moral lesson
  • An unrhymed verse of any length

What is the primary purpose of folk songs?

  • To serve as historical documents
  • To convey stories from written literature
  • To provide entertainment through theatrical performances
  • To be passed by oral tradition among the people (correct)

Which of the following best describes folk narratives?

<p>Cultural tales reflecting a group's traditions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of folk speech?

<p>It varies by grammatical, phonetic, and lexical features (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fiction is characterized by its brevity, typically consisting of very few words?

<p>Flash fiction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which text is associated with the author Aida Rivera Ford?

<p>Love in the cornbush (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who authored 'Mariang Makilig'?

<p>Jose P. Rizal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the text from the Ilocos Region?

<p>Puppy low (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the author of 'Varong banggi'.

<p>Potenciano Gregorio (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region is 'An iray na una' found?

<p>Eastern Visayas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which text belongs to the Zamboanga Peninsula?

<p>Me white horse of alih (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'literature' originate from?

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Which period is the longest in Philippine literary history?

<p>Pre-colonial Period (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the Spanish Colonial Period, what type of literature was primarily religious?

<p>Indigenous myths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a major characteristic of Philippine literature during the American Colonization Period?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of literature from the Spanish Colonial Period?

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What was a defining feature of literature before the Spanish colonization?

<p>Existence of indigenous literature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of a Haiku?

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What is the main characteristic of free verse poetry?

<p>It allows poets to write with more freedom. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes a Tanaga?

<p>It is a type of poem using four lines with each line having seven syllables. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes proverbs?

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What distinguishes Speculative Fiction?

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What does the saying 'a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step' imply?

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What characterizes Flash Fiction?

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Which statement about Chick Lit is true?

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What is the purpose of indigenous rituals?

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Which of the following best defines a modern short story?

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What does a Mobile Phone Text Tula represent?

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What does the term 'mimic dance' refer to?

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What is the main theme of 'Puppy Love' by F. Gionit Jose?

<p>The challenges of young love (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivates the protagonist in 'The Builder' by Edith Liempo?

<p>To achieve a seemingly impossible dream (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 'Florante at Laura' by Francisco Balagtas, what does Florante demonstrate?

<p>A hero's dedication to his country (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mariang Makiling known for in Jose P. Rizal's work?

<p>Being a guardian who appears during storms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of 'Seven Hills Away' by Nyan Gonzalez?

<p>The life of a boy living in modest conditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant action does Florante take for Laura in 'Florante at Laura'?

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What is the primary focus of geography?

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Which of the following best describes language?

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Ethnicity is primarily concerned with which aspect?

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What does the term 'geo-graphin' refer to?

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Which statement about ethnicity is true?

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Study Notes

Literature Overview

  • Originates from Latin literatura, meaning "learning, a writing grammar."
  • Encompasses various forms including poetry, riddles, stories, and legends.
  • Reflects human experiences and cultural diversity.

Periods of Philippine Literary History

  • Pre-colonial Period: Features rich indigenous literature prior to foreign influence.
  • Spanish Colonial Period: Divided into religious and secular literature, with folk speeches, songs, narratives, and rituals being significant.
  • American Colonization Period: Literature in English emerged, heavily influenced by American models of writing.

Literary Genres

  • Includes free verse, modern short stories, novels, and essays.

Japanese Literature Periods

  • Japanese Colonization Period: Marks a time of war and literary maturity.
  • Contemporary/Modern Period: Emerged in the 1960s, emphasizing native languages over foreign influences post-1986.

Japanese Poetry Forms

  • Haiku: Consists of a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
  • Tanka: Follows a 5-7-5-7-7 syllable structure.
  • Karaniwang anyo: Represents common poetic forms.

Folk Speech

  • Unique dialects or styles of speaking tied to specific geographic areas, characterized by variations in grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

Riddles

  • Fun brain teasers posed as puzzling questions or statements.

Folk Songs

  • Songs passed through generations by oral tradition, reflecting cultural heritage.

Folk Narratives

  • Cultural tales encapsulating oral traditions, myths, legends, and fables of specific groups.

Types of Fiction

  • Includes chick lit, mobile phone text, speculative fiction, flash fiction, blog writing, and hyper poetry.

Types of Poetry

  • Free Verse: Poetry without a regular meter or rhyme scheme.

Types of Literature

  • Indigenous Rituals: Spiritual ceremonies marking significant cultural practices.
  • Proverbs: Short, popular sayings that convey general truths or advice.

Literary Forms

  • Mobile Phone Text: Poems formatted as text messages for communication.
  • Flash Fiction: Very short stories that convey a complete narrative.

Contemporary Modern Period

  • Chick Lit: Focuses on young women’s experiences, typically written by female authors.

Dimensions of Philippine Literary History

  • Involves aspects of geography, language, and ethnicity.

Geo-Graphin

  • Explores the interaction between places and their inhabitants.

Language

  • Defined as a system of symbols for verbal or written expression.

Ethnicity

  • Refers to social groups sharing common origins or cultural-linguistic traits.

Notable Novels

  • Puppy Love by F.Gionit Jose: A tale of young love.
  • The Builder by Edith Liempo: Narrates the journey of a man aspiring to build a stairway to the moon.
  • Florante at Laura by Francisco Balagtas: Explores themes of love and heroism.

Notable Works and Themes

  • Being a Hero and Loving Your Country: Illustrates heroism through Florante’s character.
  • Mariang Makiling by Jose Rizal: Features a mythical fairy guardian.
  • Seven Hills Away by Nyan Gonzalez: Tells the story of a young boy's challenges in a small community.

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