Philippine Literary History and Genres

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What are the characteristics of the Pre-Colonial Period in Philippine Literature?

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Rich traditions, complex societal structures, unique religious beliefs, barangay-based societal structure, informal education through imitation and practice.

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Name two forms of literature from the Pre-Colonial Period.

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Epics (e.g., 'Biag ni Lam-ang'), Legends (e.g., 'Alamat ng Dama De Noche').

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What are the common themes in Pre-Colonial Philippine Literature?

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Moral tales, community, pre-colonial culture.

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What characterized the Spanish Period in Philippine Literature?

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Introduction of the Roman alphabet, bilingual literary medium (Spanish and Tagalog).

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Name two forms of literature from the Spanish Period.

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Corrido and Awit (e.g., 'Florante at Laura', 'Ibong Adarna'), Zarzuela and Recreational Plays (e.g., 'Duplo', 'Moro-moro').

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What are the common themes in the Spanish Period of Philippine Literature?

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Religion, morality, colonialism.

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What characterized the Nationalistic Period in Philippine Literature?

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Nationalism and promotion of the Filipino language, education open to more Filipinos.

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Name two forms of literature from the Nationalistic Period.

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Propaganda literature, political essays and poems.

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What are the common themes in the Nationalistic Period of Philippine Literature?

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Patriotism, social justice, anti-colonialism.

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What characterized the American Period in Philippine Literature?

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Introduction of the English language and new literary styles, reformed education system.