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What is the basis of Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
What is the basis of Philippine literature during the pre-colonial era?
- Oral traditions (correct)
- Written texts
- Religious scriptures
- Dramatic performances
Which of the following is NOT a common form of oral literature in the Philippines?
Which of the following is NOT a common form of oral literature in the Philippines?
- Novels (correct)
- Songs
- Proverbs
- Riddles
Where did the majority of the over 100 discovered Filipino epics originate from?
Where did the majority of the over 100 discovered Filipino epics originate from?
- Visayas
- Mindanao
- Palawan (correct)
- Luzon
What literary form is characterized as an Old kinaray-a dialect riddle shared by the Western Visayan people?
What literary form is characterized as an Old kinaray-a dialect riddle shared by the Western Visayan people?
Which of the following reflects an artistic expression of thought or emotion in oral literature?
Which of the following reflects an artistic expression of thought or emotion in oral literature?
What is the primary purpose of literature?
What is the primary purpose of literature?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of literary texts?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of literary texts?
During which period is Philippine literature primarily categorized into folk speech, folk songs, and folk narratives?
During which period is Philippine literature primarily categorized into folk speech, folk songs, and folk narratives?
What is an example of folk narratives in Philippine literature?
What is an example of folk narratives in Philippine literature?
Which time frame spans the origins of literary evidence in the Philippines?
Which time frame spans the origins of literary evidence in the Philippines?
Which of the following is considered a significant boundary that literature crosses?
Which of the following is considered a significant boundary that literature crosses?
What type of literary work is characterized by the recounting of real or imaginative experiences?
What type of literary work is characterized by the recounting of real or imaginative experiences?
What form of literary text would typically include themes of morality and lessons through characters?
What form of literary text would typically include themes of morality and lessons through characters?
What is the primary purpose of legends according to the content?
What is the primary purpose of legends according to the content?
What characteristic is common in fables as described in the content?
What characteristic is common in fables as described in the content?
What defines trickster tales in the literature described?
What defines trickster tales in the literature described?
What type of literature is suggested for group activities in the content?
What type of literature is suggested for group activities in the content?
How does the essential question present in the content frame the study of literature?
How does the essential question present in the content frame the study of literature?
Which religion was predominant among early Filipinos before foreign influences?
Which religion was predominant among early Filipinos before foreign influences?
What was a common method of learning for early Filipinos due to the lack of formal education?
What was a common method of learning for early Filipinos due to the lack of formal education?
In the 14th century, which religion was introduced to the early Filipinos as a foreign belief system?
In the 14th century, which religion was introduced to the early Filipinos as a foreign belief system?
What reflected the type of literature produced during early Filipino societies?
What reflected the type of literature produced during early Filipino societies?
Which statement accurately describes the social structure of early Filipinos?
Which statement accurately describes the social structure of early Filipinos?
What was a characteristic belief of early Filipinos concerning the natural world?
What was a characteristic belief of early Filipinos concerning the natural world?
What was the literacy level of early Filipinos during the time discussed?
What was the literacy level of early Filipinos during the time discussed?
Which practice was NOT influenced by the various cultures present in early Filipino society?
Which practice was NOT influenced by the various cultures present in early Filipino society?
What is the main theme of folk tales as described?
What is the main theme of folk tales as described?
Which phrase best describes the saying 'Always sheltered but still wet'?
Which phrase best describes the saying 'Always sheltered but still wet'?
The phrase 'It has neck but no head' can symbolize which of the following?
The phrase 'It has neck but no head' can symbolize which of the following?
What does the saying 'The monkey’s fart cannot be grabbed by the hand' imply?
What does the saying 'The monkey’s fart cannot be grabbed by the hand' imply?
The expression 'When touched it's there, but when you look, it vanished' suggests what kind of concept?
The expression 'When touched it's there, but when you look, it vanished' suggests what kind of concept?
What type of stories are classified as myths?
What type of stories are classified as myths?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT true about folk tales?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT true about folk tales?
Which statement about folk tales is accurate?
Which statement about folk tales is accurate?
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Literature
Literature
Written or spoken works of art using language to express ideas and emotions.
Literary Text
Literary Text
Works that have been transformed into written form, encompassing various genres.
Characteristics of Literary Text
Characteristics of Literary Text
- Narrates a story; 2) Expresses feelings and thoughts; 3) Delivers significant information crossing boundaries.
Pre-Colonial Period
Pre-Colonial Period
The era when Philippine literature started, featuring oral traditions before written records.
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Folk Speech
Folk Speech
A category of Philippine literature during the Pre-Colonial period that includes proverbs and sayings.
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Folk Songs
Folk Songs
Traditional songs reflecting the culture and experiences of a community in the Pre-Colonial period.
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Folk Narratives
Folk Narratives
Stories from the Pre-Colonial period, including myths, riddles, and fables that entertain and educate.
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Urban Legends
Urban Legends
Modern folklore consisting of fictional stories believed to be true, often conveying societal fears.
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Animism
Animism
A belief system in which spirits and supernatural entities are worshiped by early Filipinos.
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Filipino Religions
Filipino Religions
Various religions including Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism embraced by ancient Filipinos.
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14th Century Filipino Culture
14th Century Filipino Culture
During this time, the culture was predominantly Islamic, with no formal education systems.
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Daily Experiences
Daily Experiences
Reflected in the literature produced by early Filipinos, linked to their cultural practices.
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Learning Methods
Learning Methods
Early Filipinos learned through imitation and practice, as formal education was lacking.
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Social Classes
Social Classes
Economic and political dimensions were involved in trading, marriage, and alliances among early Filipinos.
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Religious Rites
Religious Rites
Rituals and ceremonies reflecting the beliefs of early Filipinos, intertwined with their literature.
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Government System
Government System
Early Filipinos had their own organized government, despite lacking formal education.
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Oral Literature
Oral Literature
Literature that is passed down through spoken word, including stories, songs, and proverbs.
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Common Forms of Oral Literature
Common Forms of Oral Literature
Types of oral literature include riddles, proverbs, and songs used to express emotions or thoughts.
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Philippine Epics
Philippine Epics
Long narrative poems celebrating heroic deeds, with over 100 discovered in the Philippines, mainly from Palawan.
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Paktakun
Paktakun
A literary form of riddle specific to the Western Visayan people, written in an old dialect.
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Pre-Colonial Literature
Pre-Colonial Literature
Literature produced in the Philippines before Spanish colonization, primarily oral and diverse in forms.
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Legends
Legends
Stories believed to explain events in ancestors’ lives, rooted in recent history.
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Fables
Fables
Narratives featuring talking animals, highlighting human flaws and morals.
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Trickster Tales
Trickster Tales
Stories about clever heroes who outsmart authorities, often from upper classes.
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Importance of Literature
Importance of Literature
Literature helps us understand our surroundings and reflects societal truths.
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Quest Question
Quest Question
A guiding question exploring the role of literature in interpreting the world.
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Proverb
Proverb
A short, commonly known saying that expresses a truth or opinion.
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Riddle
Riddle
A question or statement that requires thought to answer or understand.
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Folk Tales
Folk Tales
Anonymous stories passed down orally within a culture, often featuring cultural morals.
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Myth
Myth
Sacred narratives explaining the origins and purpose of the universe.
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Oral Tradition
Oral Tradition
Cultural material and traditions transmitted orally from one generation to another.
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Cultural Morals
Cultural Morals
Lessons or ethical guidelines derived from folk tales and myths.
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Anonymous Stories
Anonymous Stories
Folk tales without a known author, representing collective cultural voice.
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Timelessness in Literature
Timelessness in Literature
Quality of a work that resonates across different eras and remains relevant.
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21st Century Literature
- Focuses on literature from the 21st century.
What is Literature?
- Literature encompasses written or spoken artistic works.
- It uses language to convey ideas, emotions, and experiences.
Literary Text
- Literary texts are written expressions of broader artistic works.
- They are products of written literature transformed into a written form.
Literary Text Characteristics
- Narrates a story.
- Expresses feelings, thoughts, and ideas (imaginary or real life experiences).
- Conveys information and transcends boundaries of time, place, culture, and language.
The Beginning of Literature - Evidence
- Evidence dates from 50,000 years ago to the 14th century A.D.
- Found in the Tabon Cave of Palawan.
Periods of Philippine Literature
- Pre-Colonial Period
- Spanish Period
- American Period
- Japanese Period
- Contemporary & Modern Period
Pre-Colonial Period
- Literature classified into folk speech, folk songs, and folk narratives.
- These include riddles, proverbs, myths, fables, and hero tales.
Pinoy Urban Legends
- Reflect fearful creatures from stories.
- Students should draw and describe the physical attributes of the creature.
- Students should describe their feelings about the creature.
Various Religions, Cultures and Traditions
- Various religions influenced beliefs and traditions.
- Various cultures affected values and beliefs.
- This varied during different periods.
Animism
- A predominant religion.
- Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism were also practiced.
14th Century
- Predominantly Islamic due to the introduction of foreign religion.
- Early Filipinos lacked formal education but had their own government systems.
- Daily experiences and religious rites reflect the literature of that time.
Pre-Spanish Writing System - Baybayin
- Baybayin, an ancient writing system, was officially recognized.
- Formalized by House Bill No. 1022.
Diverse Pre-Colonial Literature
- Literature during this period comes from poetry, songs, and storytelling.
- Anyone who understood the language and method could use this form for art.
Types of Pre-Colonial Literature
- Folk speech
- Proverbs
- Folk songs
- Work songs
- Folk tales
- Myths
- Legends
- Fables
- Trickster Tales
Folk Speech & Examples
- Expressed in riddles/bugtong, proverbs, or talinghaga.
- Example: "Heto na si Kaka, bubuka-bukaka / Sa araw ay bungbong, sa gabi ay dahon."
- Example: "Pirmi lang gapasirong pay basa man dyapon" - "Always sheltered but still wet."
- Example: "Ini sa may liog pay wala sing ulo, may lawas pay wala sing busong." - "It has neck, but no head; it has body but no belly."
Paktakun
- A literary form used by the Western Visayan people.
- Also called a riddle.
Folk Tales or Kwentong Bayan
- Anonymous, timeless, and placeless stories spread amongst groups.
Myths
- Regarded as sacred and explain origins and purposes of the cosmos.
Legends
- Explain events using mythical elements relevant to the lives of early Filipinos.
Fables
- Narratives with animals acting as human beings.
- Designed to highlight human follies and weaknesses.
Trickster Tales
- Adventures of a clever hero outwitting authority figures, often from the upper class.
Essential Question
- How do literary works help us better understand the world around us?
Group Up!
- Groups must select one pre-colonial literary work.
- Deliver folk speech and folk songs.
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