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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What type of narrative was written to prescribe proper decorum?

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

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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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