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What symbols did the Alibata (baybayin) script consist of?
What symbols did the Alibata (baybayin) script consist of?
- 17 symbols: 3 vowels and 14 consonants (correct)
- 20 symbols: 5 vowels and 15 consonants
- 15 symbols: 4 vowels and 11 consonants
- 10 symbols: 5 vowels and 5 consonants
Which of the following best describes a fable?
Which of the following best describes a fable?
- A shorth allegorical tale that often includes moral lessons featuring animals (correct)
- A traditional story about gods and their powers
- A poetic form that expresses feelings of love and nature
- A narrative explaining the origins of a location or name
What is a common theme found in legends?
What is a common theme found in legends?
- Moral lessons relating to human behavior
- The characterization of animals in human-like situations
- The origin of a thing, place, or name (correct)
- The struggles of supernatural beings
Which genre employs riddles as a form of literature?
Which genre employs riddles as a form of literature?
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What purpose does a proverb serve in literature?
What purpose does a proverb serve in literature?
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Which of the following is used in witchcraft or enchantment?
Which of the following is used in witchcraft or enchantment?
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What medium did early Filipinos NOT use for writing?
What medium did early Filipinos NOT use for writing?
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Which of these is an example of a folk narrative?
Which of these is an example of a folk narrative?
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Study Notes
Philippine Literature Overview
- Pre-colonial literature was characterized by oral traditions, intended to amuse and entertain.
- Early written forms utilized materials like clay, tree bark, leaves, and bamboo tubes, inscribed with sharp instruments and ink derived from tree saps and soot.
- The Alibata (baybayin) script featured 17 symbols: 3 vowels and 14 consonants.
Folk Narratives
- Myths: Traditional stories about heroes or supernatural beings that seek to explain natural phenomena or human behavior. Example: Visayan Creation Myth.
- Legends: Narratives focused on the origins of a location, object, or name. Example: Legend of Mayon Volcano.
- Fables: Short, allegorical tales with moral lessons, often featuring animal characters. Example: The Monkey and the Crocodile.
Early Poetry
- Riddles (Bugtong o Palaisipan): Short, puzzling statements encouraging wit and problem-solving. Example: "Bungbong kung iiwanag, Kung gabi ay dagat."
- Proverbs: Brief expressions conveying wisdom accumulated from life experiences. Example: "Nahangad ng kagitna isang salop ang Nawala."
- Chants (Bulong): Utilized in rituals, such as witchcraft or enchantment.
- Sayings (Kasabihan): Phrases often used for teasing or commenting on someone's actions.
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