Exploring Philippine Literature

What themes are commonly found in contemporary Filipino poetry?

• Historical events

• Fantasy and mythology

• Nature and environment

• Identity, social justice, cultural heritage, love, everyday struggles.

Name a prominent contemporary Filipino poet and one of their notable works.

• Carlos Bulosan, 'America is in the Heart'

• Marvin Agustin, 'The Last Poet'

• Jose Garcia Villa, 'Footnote to Youth'

• Ninotchka Rosca, 'The Woman Who Had Two Navels'

What is the significance of the short story in Philippine literature?

• The short story is primarily focused on historical events.

• The short story is only significant for entertainment purposes.

• The short story is significant in Philippine literature as it reflects cultural identity and social issues.

• The short story has no connection to Filipino culture.

Identify a famous Philippine short story and its author.

• The Legend of the Mango by Jose Rizal

• The Woman Who Had Two Navels by Nick Joaquin

• The Mats by Francisco Arcellana

• The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

What are the characteristics of historical novels in the Philippines?

• Characters that only represent Western ideals

• Focus on futuristic themes and technology

• Characteristics of historical novels in the Philippines include well-researched historical settings, incorporation of local customs and traditions, and characters that reflect Filipino struggles and aspirations.

• Set entirely in a foreign country

Name a well-known historical novel set in the Philippines.

• Noli Me Tangere

• El Filibusterismo

• The Count of Monte Cristo

• War and Peace

How do folk tales and legends reflect Filipino culture?

• They are only about mythical creatures and do not reflect cultural values.

• They have no connection to Filipino history or traditions.

• Folk tales and legends reflect Filipino culture by embodying its values, beliefs, traditions, and history.

• Folk tales and legends are solely for entertainment purposes.

What is the role of oral tradition in Philippine folk tales?

• Oral tradition preserves and transmits Philippine folk tales, fostering cultural identity and continuity.

• Oral tradition is only used for entertainment purposes.

• Oral tradition has no impact on cultural identity.

• Oral tradition is primarily a written form of storytelling.

Can you name a popular Filipino folk tale and summarize its plot?

• The Legend of Maria Makiling

• The Tale of the Monkey and the Turtle

• The Legend of the White Lady

• The Story of the Three Brothers

What is literary criticism and how is it applied to Philippine literature?

• Literary criticism is the analysis and interpretation of literature, applied to Philippine literature by examining texts in their cultural and historical contexts.

• Literary criticism focuses solely on the author's biography.

• Literary criticism is only about summarizing texts.

• Philippine literature is not influenced by cultural contexts.