Philippine Literature History

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Which literary form, common during the Japanese period, consists of seventeen syllables arranged in three lines?

  • Haiku (correct)
  • Tanaga
  • Karaniwang Anyo
  • Salawikain

What significant change in Philippine literature occurred during the American period?

  • Exclusive use of religious prose and poetry.
  • Suppression of English literature and the rise of Tagalog literature.
  • The dominance of recreational plays exclusively in poetic form.
  • Introduction of English as a medium of instruction and the rise of short stories, free verse, poetry, and essays in English. (correct)

Which literary period in Philippine history is often referred to as the 'Dark Period' due to the suppression of English literature?

  • Spanish Period
  • American Period
  • Japanese Period (correct)
  • Period of Enlightenment

During which period were literary works primarily transmitted through oral tradition?

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Which of the following best describes the focus of fiction during the Rebirth of Freedom period (1946-1970)?

<p>Exploration of courageous deeds, sacrifices, and sufferings of Filipinos, along with themes of faith, social issues, and nationalism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best characterizes Philippine literature during the Period of Activism (1970-1972)?

<p>A surge of literary works expressing dissent, seeking reforms, and demanding change in government. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event is considered to have significantly influenced the themes and styles of literary works during the Period of the New Society (1972-1980)?

<p>The declaration of Martial Law and curtailment of human rights, including press freedom. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a key characteristic of 21st-century Philippine literature?

<p>The integration of ICT and new media, leading to the emergence of forms like graphic novels, blogs, and spoken word poetry. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant effect of the Post EDSA 1 Revolution (1986-1995) on Philippine media and arts?

<p>Massive changes in songs, newspapers, speeches, and TV programs due to regained independence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the Propaganda Movement during the Period of Enlightenment (1872-1898)?

<p>To ignite the Filipino's patriotic spirit through writing and advocacy for reforms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Pre-Colonial Literature

Literature passed down orally through folktales, folksongs, riddles (bugtong), proverbs (salawikain), idiomatic expressions (sawikain), and sayings (kasabihan).

Spanish Period (1565-1898)

A period where religious and secular prose and poetry were introduced, and the Roman alphabet replaced Baybayin.

Propaganda Movement

Literary movement spearheaded by intellectual middle class using writing to ignite patriotic spirit.

American Period (1898-1946)

A period where English was introduced as a medium of instruction and new literary forms like short stories and free verse emerged.

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Japanese Period (1941-1945)

A period marked by the suppression of English literature and the rise of Tagalog literature, with themes of nationalism and love of country.

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Rebirth of Freedom (1946-1970)

A period after emancipation characterized by 'struggle of mind and spirit' and a surge in journalistic writing.

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Fiction Themes (1946-1970)

Focused on courageous deeds, sacrifices, religious faith, superstitions, fantasy, social issues, nationalism, morality, poverty, politics in lives of Filipinos

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Period of Activism (1970-1972)

A period where youth activism grew due to societal ills, demanding government reform.

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Period of the New Society (1972-1980)

Martial law began, human rights were curtailed, and the Carlos Palanca Awards for Literature became the country’s highest literary honor.

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Period of the 3rd Republic

The New Republic of the Philippines. Poems were romantic & revolutionary. Songs were true to life: grief, poverty, aspirations for freedom, love of God, of country, and of fellowmen.

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Contemporary Period (1986-Present)

A period after the EDSA 1 Revolution where Filipino people regained independence and new forms of expression emerged.

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21st Century Period (2001-Present)

Characterized by ICT-savvy learners and the use of new codes and languages in literary pieces like graphic novels and spoken word poetry.

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Study Notes

  • Philippine literature history spans from pre-colonial times to the contemporary period.

Pre-Colonial Period

  • Literature was transmitted orally.
  • Literary forms included folktales, folksongs, riddles (bugtong), proverbs (salawikain), sayings (sawikain, kasabihan).

Spanish Period (1565-1898)

  • Religious and secular prose and poetry were introduced.
  • The Roman alphabet replaced the pre-colonial Baybayin script.
  • Christian Doctrine (Cristiana Doctrina) served as the foundation for religious practices.
  • Recreational plays, often in poetic form, included Cenakulo, Panunuluyan, Salubong, and Zarzuela.

Period of Enlightenment (1872-1898)

  • The Propaganda Movement was led by the intellectual middle class.
  • Key figures such as Jose Rizal, Marcelo H. Del Pilar, Graciano Lopez-Jaena, Antonio Luna, Mariano Ponce, Jose Ma. Panganiban, and Pedro Paterno used writing to promote Filipino patriotism.
  • Jose Rizal wrote "Noli Me Tangere," "El Filibusterismo," and "La Indolencia de los Filipinos."
  • Marcelo H. Del Pilar's works include "Kaiingat Kayo (Be Careful)" and "Dasalan at Tocsohan (Prayers and Jokes)."

American Period (1898-1946)

  • Western influence led to writing in English.
  • English became the medium of instruction.
  • Short stories, free verse poetry, and essays became popular.
  • Jose Garcia Villa was known for his free verse poetry.

Japanese Period (1941-1945)

  • This era is considered a "dark" period due to the suppression of English literature and the rise of Tagalog literature.
  • Common themes in poems included faith, religion, art, nationalism, love of life and country, and life in the barrios.
  • Poem forms included Haiku, Tanaga, and Karaniwang Anyo.

The Rebirth of Freedom (1946-1970)

  • Characterized by a struggle of mind and spirit after emancipation and a desire for publication.
  • Journalistic writing grew rapidly, especially after the Martial Law years.
  • The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) mandated the teaching of Philippine Literature in tertiary education.
  • Fiction focused on courageous deeds, sacrifices, and sufferings of Filipinos.
  • Subjects and themes included religious faith, superstitions, fantasy, social issues, nationalism, morality, poverty, and politics.

Period of Activism (1970-1972)

  • Youth sought reforms due to societal problems.
  • Demands were made for governmental change.

Period of the New Society (1972-1980)

  • Martial Law began in 1972, curtailing human rights and press freedom.
  • The Carlos Palanca Awards for Literature became the country's highest literary honor.

Period of the 3rd Republic (01/02/1981)

  • Martial law was lifted.
  • Poems were romantic and revolutionary.
  • Songs reflected grief, poverty, aspirations for freedom, love of God, country, and fellow humans.

Contemporary Period (1986-Present)

  • Independence was regained after 20 years post EDSA 1 Revolution (1986-1995).
  • People Power (Lakas ng Bayan) prevailed.
  • New Filipino songs, newspapers, speeches, and TV programs underwent significant changes.

21st Century Period (2001-Present)

  • Learners are tech-savvy (ICT-savvy).
  • New codes and languages enhance literary works.
  • Graphic novels, flash fiction, blogs/vlogs, spoken word poetry, and interactive fiction emerged.

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