12 Questions
Which type of Philippine literature is characterized by narratives about life and quests, from which one can derive lessons and appreciate different situations?
Folk Tales
What was the primary focus of Epics in Philippine literature during the Spanish period?
Depicting heroic achievements of protagonists or heroes
What was the Spanish medium of instruction that influenced Philippine literature during the Spanish period?
Spanish language
In the context of the Spanish period, what did the Filipinos use as a basis for religious practices?
Christian Doctrine
What was the first Tagalog and Spanish book in Philippine literature during the Spanish period, using xylography for printing?
Christian Doctrine (Doctrina Cristiana)
What was the earliest Filipino writing system, replaced by the Roman alphabet during the Spanish period?
Alibata
Who is considered the father of Tagalog prose?
Modesto de Castro
Which work is credited as the first Tagalog novel?
Bariaan at Josephat
What is the focus of 'Ang Mga Dalit Kay Maria'?
Songs praising Virgin Mary
Which play involves the search of Mary for an inn?
Panunuluyan
What type of play is characterized by being a shadow play performed on dark nights?
Carillo
Which form of performance involves an extemporaneous poem about a princess who dropped her ring?
Karogatan
Explore the different forms of Philippine literature, including Folk Tales that offer life lessons, Epics detailing heroic achievements, Myths symbolizing the origins of the world, and Folk Songs preserving early Filipino culture and aspirations.
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