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What is the main source of Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
What is the main source of Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
Which forms of oral literature were commonly used in the pre-colonial era?
Which forms of oral literature were commonly used in the pre-colonial era?
What was considered as the most exciting poetic and narrative form of literature during the pre-colonial era?
What was considered as the most exciting poetic and narrative form of literature during the pre-colonial era?
What is the significance of the language used in Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
What is the significance of the language used in Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
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When did certain events in the Philippines during the pre-colonial period start to be recorded?
When did certain events in the Philippines during the pre-colonial period start to be recorded?
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Where did the majority of discovered epics in the Philippines come from?
Where did the majority of discovered epics in the Philippines come from?
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What was the ancient pre-Spanish form of writing often cited in the work of Pedro Chirino during the 1500s?
What was the ancient pre-Spanish form of writing often cited in the work of Pedro Chirino during the 1500s?
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Which dialects have the majority of proverbs, epigrams, and proverbs collected by researchers come from?
Which dialects have the majority of proverbs, epigrams, and proverbs collected by researchers come from?
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What is animism?
What is animism?
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Which literary forms continued by word of mouth even before colonizers came?
Which literary forms continued by word of mouth even before colonizers came?
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What served as the common subject in oral literature during pre-colonial period?
What served as the common subject in oral literature during pre-colonial period?
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What was approved as the National Writing System of the Philippines through House Bill No. 1022?
What was approved as the National Writing System of the Philippines through House Bill No. 1022?
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What was the belief system during early Filipinos heavily based on?
What was the belief system during early Filipinos heavily based on?
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What was the formal mode of education like during the early days?
What was the formal mode of education like during the early days?
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'The way our ancestors lived during the early days is evident in the contents of these literary forms.' What kind of songs described how people earned their livelihood like farming, fishing, pottery and a lot more?
'The way our ancestors lived during the early days is evident in the contents of these literary forms.' What kind of songs described how people earned their livelihood like farming, fishing, pottery and a lot more?
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'Anyone who knew the language and the convention and forms could be a poet, singer, or storyteller.' What did this suggest about the roles of poets, singers, or storytellers?
'Anyone who knew the language and the convention and forms could be a poet, singer, or storyteller.' What did this suggest about the roles of poets, singers, or storytellers?
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Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era is mostly based on ______ traditions passed down from generation to generation.
Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era is mostly based on ______ traditions passed down from generation to generation.
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Common forms of ______ literature are riddles, proverbs, and songs to express a thought or emotion.
Common forms of ______ literature are riddles, proverbs, and songs to express a thought or emotion.
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Epic was considered as the most exciting poetic and narrative form of literature in which the ASEAN-sponsored study of Filipino asserted that there are more than 100 epics discovered where majority came from ______.
Epic was considered as the most exciting poetic and narrative form of literature in which the ASEAN-sponsored study of Filipino asserted that there are more than 100 epics discovered where majority came from ______.
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The language used pertains to ______ life.
The language used pertains to ______ life.
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Certain events in the Philippines during pre-colonial period started to be recorded in the year ______.
Certain events in the Philippines during pre-colonial period started to be recorded in the year ______.
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Our rich past was reflected in 'folk speeches, folk songs, folk narratives and indigenous rituals and mimetic dances that affirm our ties with our Southeast Asian ______.' (Godinez-Ortega, n.d.)
Our rich past was reflected in 'folk speeches, folk songs, folk narratives and indigenous rituals and mimetic dances that affirm our ties with our Southeast Asian ______.' (Godinez-Ortega, n.d.)
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The ancient pre-Spanish form of writing called ______ was later approved as the National Writing System of the Philippines through House Bill No. 1022.
The ancient pre-Spanish form of writing called ______ was later approved as the National Writing System of the Philippines through House Bill No. 1022.
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______ perceives all things— animals, plants, rocks, rivers, weather systems, human handiwork, and in some cases words—as animated and alive.
______ perceives all things— animals, plants, rocks, rivers, weather systems, human handiwork, and in some cases words—as animated and alive.
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Oral and written literatures were present in our culture even before colonizers came. The written ______ forms did not last because of the materials used such as: leaves, bamboo canes, and the ground.
Oral and written literatures were present in our culture even before colonizers came. The written ______ forms did not last because of the materials used such as: leaves, bamboo canes, and the ground.
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The experiences of the people during ______ period such as food hunting, work at home, caring for the children, and creatures or objects of nature served as the common subject in oral literature.
The experiences of the people during ______ period such as food hunting, work at home, caring for the children, and creatures or objects of nature served as the common subject in oral literature.
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The way our ancestors lived during the early days is evident in the contents of these literary forms. Work and activity ______ described how people earn their livelihood like farming, fishing, pottery and a lot more.
The way our ancestors lived during the early days is evident in the contents of these literary forms. Work and activity ______ described how people earn their livelihood like farming, fishing, pottery and a lot more.
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Learning was merely through ______ and practice. In general, the following were commonly practiced: Early Filipinos heavily believed on spirits and supernatural(animism).
Learning was merely through ______ and practice. In general, the following were commonly practiced: Early Filipinos heavily believed on spirits and supernatural(animism).
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HUM 1 - MIDTERM 21ST CENTURY LITERATURE OF THE PHILIPPINES AND THE WORLD. FRANCE P. BANGUIRAN Majority of proverbs, epigrams, and proverbs collected by researchers come from ______, Cebuano, and Ilocano dialects.
HUM 1 - MIDTERM 21ST CENTURY LITERATURE OF THE PHILIPPINES AND THE WORLD. FRANCE P. BANGUIRAN Majority of proverbs, epigrams, and proverbs collected by researchers come from ______, Cebuano, and Ilocano dialects.
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______ (from Latin: anima meaning 'breath, spirit, life') is the belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence.
______ (from Latin: anima meaning 'breath, spirit, life') is the belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence.
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Anyone who knew the ______ and the convention and forms could be a poet, singer, or storyteller.
Anyone who knew the ______ and the convention and forms could be a poet, singer, or storyteller.
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Such materials did not last long because of its ______ composition. But the oral literature continued by word of mouth like: riddles, proverbs, folksongs and folktales, myths and legends, etc.
Such materials did not last long because of its ______ composition. But the oral literature continued by word of mouth like: riddles, proverbs, folksongs and folktales, myths and legends, etc.
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Study Notes
Main Source of Philippine Literature
- Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era primarily stemmed from oral traditions.
- Oral literature included various forms such as riddles, proverbs, and songs to convey thoughts and emotions.
Forms of Oral Literature
- Common forms of oral literature:
- Riddles
- Proverbs
- Folksongs
- Folktales
- Myths and legends
Epic Literature
- Epic poetry was the most exciting narrative form, with over 100 epics discovered, predominantly from the Mindanao region.
Language Significance
- The language used in literature reflected the daily lives and customs of early Filipinos.
Recording Events
- Certain events began to be recorded in the Philippines during the year 1565.
Sources of Epics
- The majority of discovered epics originated from the Mindanao region.
Ancient Writing System
- The ancient pre-Spanish writing system called Baybayin was later approved as the National Writing System of the Philippines through House Bill No. 1022.
Belief System
- Early Filipinos practiced animism, a belief system in which all things (animals, plants, rocks, rivers, etc.) possess a spiritual essence.
Education and Knowledge Transmission
- Learning primarily occurred through oral traditions and practice; anyone familiar with the language and literary conventions could be a poet or storyteller.
Common Subjects in Oral Literature
- Common subjects centered on everyday experiences such as hunting, domestic work, and interactions with nature.
Work and Activities
- Descriptive songs about work and activities illustrated livelihoods, including farming, fishing, and pottery.
Lasting Written Forms
- Written literature forms did not last due to material limitations—leaves, bamboo canes, and earth were commonly used.
Dialects of Collected Proverbs
- Most proverbs, epigrams, and other literary forms have been collected from Tagalog, Cebuano, and Ilocano dialects.
Lifeways Reflected in Literature
- The content of early literary forms is a reflection of the ways ancestors lived and their ties to Southeast Asian culture.
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Test your knowledge about the literary works, folk speeches, songs, narratives, and rituals of the Philippines during the pre-colonial period. Explore the rich cultural heritage and ties with Southeast Asian neighbors reflected in the literature of this era.
