Pre-Colonial Era Poetry Quiz

Study Notes

Pre-Colonial Era (Early Times - 1564)

Pre-colonial Philippines boasts the longest literary history in the country.
Alibata was the first alphabet used in the Philippines.
Proverbs (Salawikain): Expressions of wisdom derived from common sense and real-life experiences.
Tanaga: A traditional poem consisting of four lines with seven syllables each.
Folk Songs: Regional lyrical expressions created by local communities.
Riddles (Bugtong): Games involving mystifying questions intended for solving, enhancing cognitive skills.
Prose Narratives: Stories about mythological beings, legends, and humans with supernatural abilities, preserved through oral tradition.
Epic: Long narrative poems that depict the adventures of heroes with extraordinary strength and capabilities.
Myth: Stories featuring gods and goddesses, explaining cultural mysteries and beliefs.
Fables: Tales featuring animals with human traits to impart moral lessons.
Legends: Narratives that explain origins, often passed down through generations.
Folk Tales: Imaginative stories originating from ancient communities.

Spanish Colonial Era (1565 - 1898)

Graciano Lopez Jaena: Known for "Fray Botod."
Marcelo H. del Pilar: Authored "Diariong Tagalog."
Francisco Baltazar: Famous for the literary piece "Florante at Laura."

American Colonial Era (1899 - 1945)

Literature flourished, showcasing new forms and themes influenced by American culture.

Contemporary Period (1946 - Present)

Genoveva D. Edurza Matute: Notable literary figure.
Macario Pineda: Influential writer of the period.
Elpidio Kulong: Contributed to contemporary literature.
Hilario Coronel: Known for significant literary works.
Paulo N. Bautista: Recognized writer during this era.
Fr. Jose Rodriguez: Influential in contemporary literary themes, author of "Caingat Cayo."
Vicente Garcia: Famous for "Dasalan at Toksoan."
Georgia de Jesus: Published "Pag-ibig sa Tinutuang Lupa."
Emilio Jacinto: Renowned for political essays and short story contributions.
Carlos Palanca, Sr. Memorial Award for Literature: A prestigious award-giving body honoring literary achievements.

Major Literary Figures and Works

Idelfonso Santos: Noted for "25 Pinakamahusay na Maikling Kwento."
Teodoro Agoncillo: An important figure in literature.
Alejandro Abadilla: Pioneered new forms of Filipino poetry.
Brigido Batungbakal: Contributed to the literary landscape.
Amado V. Hernandez: Celebrated as the greatest post-war Filipino poet, received the Republic Cultural Award and National Artist Award in 1973, authored "Dipang Langit" and "Bayang Malaya."
Parnasong Tagalog: The first significant anthology of Tagalog poetry.
"Ako ang Daigdig at Iba Pang Tula": Important collection of Filipino poetry.

Description

Test your knowledge on the literary history of the Philippines during the pre-colonial era. This quiz covers various forms of poetry, including proverbs, tanaga, and folk songs, highlighting their significance and characteristics. Dive into the rich cultural expressions that emerged before Spanish colonization!