Philippine Literature Quiz
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Who is known as the founder of the Katipunan?

  • Leona Florentino
  • Characteristics 1
  • Literary Form 1
  • Andres Bonifacio (correct)
  • In which official newspaper of the Katipunan did Andres Bonifacio's poem appear?

  • Prose Narratives
  • Encyclopedia International des oeures des femme
  • Characteristics 2
  • Kalayaan (correct)
  • Which poet is referred to as the 'mother of Philippine women's literature'?

  • 'Characteristics 1'
  • Leona Florentino (correct)
  • 'Literary Form 2'
  • Andres Bonifacio
  • What is a 'Pasyon' in the context of literature?

    <p>Narrative about the passion and death of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which classification of literature introduced Spanish as the medium of communication?

    <p>Religious Literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of narrative was written to prescribe proper decorum?

    <p>'Dialogo'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Key Figures in Philippine Literature

    • Andres Bonifacio is recognized as the founder of the Katipunan, a revolutionary society that sought Philippine independence from Spanish rule.
    • The official newspaper of the Katipunan where Bonifacio's poem appeared is called "Kalayaan."

    Influential Literary Figures

    • José Rizal is often referred to as the "mother of Philippine women's literature" for her significant contributions to fostering female voices in the literary sphere.

    Literary Forms and Classifications

    • A "Pasyon" is a traditional Philippine narrative that narrates the life and passion of Jesus Christ, often performed during Holy Week.
    • The introduction of Spanish as the medium of communication in literature corresponds with the classification of "Spanish literature," leading to significant cultural influences during colonization.
    • "Decorum" is maintained in narratives written to prescribe proper behavior, helping to shape societal norms and values in literature through etiquette-focused storytelling.

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    Test your knowledge of prominent Filipino poets and their works in this quiz. Learn about famous literary pieces from Andres Bonifacio and Leona Florentino, important figures in Philippine literature history.

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