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What is implied about the moon's rays in the poem?
What is implied about the moon's rays in the poem?
- They are warm and bright.
- They have a soft and cool quality. (correct)
- They are harsh and uncomfortable.
- They create a bright heat.
What action does the speaker wish to take towards the moon?
What action does the speaker wish to take towards the moon?
- Ignore its presence.
- Shoot it with a bow.
- Hold it by the hand. (correct)
- Pull it down with a rope.
What happens to the moon towards the end of the poem?
What happens to the moon towards the end of the poem?
- It changes color dramatically.
- It explodes into stars.
- It disappears beyond the hills. (correct)
- It rises higher in the sky.
What cultural aspect can be inferred from the poem?
What cultural aspect can be inferred from the poem?
What literary technique is primarily used in the description of the moon?
What literary technique is primarily used in the description of the moon?
What is the chief aim of Utilitarian literature?
What is the chief aim of Utilitarian literature?
Which of the following is an example of Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
Which of the following is an example of Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
How does Utilitarian literature primarily appeal to its audience?
How does Utilitarian literature primarily appeal to its audience?
What key feature distinguishes literature as an art form?
What key feature distinguishes literature as an art form?
Which statement accurately describes the language used in Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
Which statement accurately describes the language used in Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
In what way does literature serve as a form of communication?
In what way does literature serve as a form of communication?
What describes the nature of content in Utilitarian literature?
What describes the nature of content in Utilitarian literature?
Which of the following reflects the emotional engagement typical of Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
Which of the following reflects the emotional engagement typical of Artistic/Aesthetic literature?
What is one of the primary reasons for reading literature?
What is one of the primary reasons for reading literature?
Which of the following reasons for reading literature focuses on emotional engagement?
Which of the following reasons for reading literature focuses on emotional engagement?
What is an aspiration that literature can help fulfill?
What is an aspiration that literature can help fulfill?
Which cultural understanding can be uplifted through literature?
Which cultural understanding can be uplifted through literature?
To which aspect do readers often seek to escape by engaging with literature?
To which aspect do readers often seek to escape by engaging with literature?
What does beauty in literature reflect according to the content?
What does beauty in literature reflect according to the content?
Which of the following accurately describes one motivation for reading literature?
Which of the following accurately describes one motivation for reading literature?
How does literature help satisfy curiosity?
How does literature help satisfy curiosity?
How does literature convey nobility of thoughts?
How does literature convey nobility of thoughts?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for reading literature?
Which of the following is NOT a reason for reading literature?
What is meant by timelessness in literature?
What is meant by timelessness in literature?
What does universality in a literary work imply?
What does universality in a literary work imply?
What aspect does literature help to enhance based on its utility?
What aspect does literature help to enhance based on its utility?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of engaging with literature?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of engaging with literature?
What function does literature serve in terms of perspective?
What function does literature serve in terms of perspective?
What is a key characteristic of literary beauty?
What is a key characteristic of literary beauty?
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Study Notes
Definition of Literature
- Literature serves as both a product and commentary on life.
- It encompasses oral or written records of human thoughts, feelings, and aspirations.
Categories of Literature
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Utilitarian Literature (literature of knowledge)
- Aims to provide information.
- Appeals to the mind/intellect.
- Characterized by factual, objective descriptions using direct language.
- Examples include news articles, memos, encyclopedias, and dictionaries.
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Artistic/Aesthetic Literature (literature of power)
- Aims to arouse human interest and emotions.
- Engages feelings and imagination with fanciful, subjective language.
- Examples include short stories, novels, poems, and myths.
Key Features of Literature
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Communication:
- Expresses inner thoughts and conditions, fostering shared experiences.
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Artistry:
- Represents a deliberate manifestation of creativity and imagination.
- Functions as an artistic expression of desires and aspirations.
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Nobility of Thoughts:
- Engages with significant ideas that inspire new perspectives and achievements in understanding human experiences.
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Timelessness:
- Holds enduring quality and relevance over time, retaining beauty and applicability.
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Universality:
- Must have global applicability, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries.
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Utility:
- Functions intellectually, emotionally, and socially, enhancing understanding of societies and cultures.
- Promotes personal renewal and can influence perspectives on self and broader world.
Reasons for Reading Literature
- Provides relevant information and knowledge.
- Offers entertainment and satisfies curiosity.
- Enhances cultural understanding and offers an escape from reality.
- Helps fulfill desires and aspirations.
Proverbs and Cultural Reflections
- Proverbs reveal underlying messages and values significant to Filipino culture.
- Cultural reflections can often be identified through themes in literature and daily proverbs.
General Reflections
- Knowledge gained from literature includes understanding its significance and applications in various fields.
- Importance for STEM students lies in developing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and empathetic engagement through literature.
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