Questions and Answers
Which of the following was a form of recreation play performed during the Spanish times?
What are folk tales characterized by?
Stories about life, adventure, love, horror, and humor.
Epic literature consists of short narrative poems.
False
During which period did the Propaganda Movement take place?
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Name one of Jose Rizal's famous works.
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The first Filipino alphabet is called Alibata.
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Which writing of Del Pilar expresses love for the country?
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Who became famous for his free verse during the American regime?
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The __________ was the replacement for the Alibata in the Philippines.
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What influenced Filipino writers linguistically during the American regime?
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Study Notes
Pre-Colonial Literature
- Characterized by folk tales, epics, and folk songs reflecting everyday life, culture, and moral lessons.
- Folk tales: Narrative stories filled with adventure, humor, and horror, examples include "The Moon and the Sun."
- Epic Age: Long narrative poems celebrating heroic achievements, often centered on a central hero.
- Folk songs: One of the oldest forms, showcasing various cultural influences; often consist of 12 syllables. Examples include Kundiman, Kumintang, and Oyayi.
Spanish Colonial Period
- Recreation plays, primarily poetic forms such as Cenaculo, Panunuluyan, Salubong, and Zarzuela were popular.
Period of Enlightenment (1872-1898)
- Ilustrados: 19th-century Filipino intellectuals educated in Europe, instrumental in addressing colonial issues.
- The Propaganda Movement (1872-1896): Led by middle-class intellectuals, including Jose Rizal, Marcelo del Pilar, and Graciano Lopez Jaena.
- Rizal’s notable works: "Noli Me Tangere," "Mi Ultimo Adios," and essays critiquing colonialism.
- Del Pilar's writings: "Pagibig sa Tinubuang Lupa" and "Dasalan at Tocsohan."
- Jaena’s contributions include "Ang Fray Botod" and "Sa mga Pilipino."
Understanding Literary History
- Literary works during this time are categorized into religious (prose and poetry) and secular (prose and poetry).
Spanish Influences on Philippine Literature
- The first Filipino alphabet, ALIBATA, later replaced by the Roman alphabet.
- Christian Doctrine teaching became foundational for religious practices.
- European legends and traditions influenced local literature, manifesting in songs, corridos, and moro-moros.
American Regime (1898-1944)
- The introduction of the English language reshaped Filipino literature and writing styles.
- Jose Garcia Villa gained recognition for his innovative use of free verse.
- Characteristics of literature evolved during this period with a strong emphasis on English language usage.
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Explore the rich tapestry of Philippine literature from the Pre-Colonial period to the Spanish Colonial era and the Enlightenment. This quiz covers folk tales, epics, and notable literary figures like Jose Rizal. Test your knowledge on the evolution of literature and its impact on Filipino culture.
