Term Exam 1 Review Game

It is the transmission of literary works from one generation to another.

• oral tradition

• baybayin

• Kavi

• written language

Which of the following statements is not true about the pre-colonial literature of the Philippines?

• Pre-colonial literature includes folktales, mythologies, and epics.

• Pre-colonial literature includes dramas and novels.

• Pre-colonial literature includes proverbs and tanagas.

• Pre-colonial literature includes literature passed from one generation to another.

Why does every country need to have its own literature?

• Literature teaches the difference between good and evil.

• Literature is the basis for political systems in a country.

• Literature allows people to socialize with each other.

• Literature is important for cultural preservation.

These are catchy, striking, briefly written statements that teach life lessons worth remembering.

• myths

• mythology

• legends

• proverbs

What does this proverb mean?

"Even though the procession is long, it will still end up in church."

• True love waits.

• Everyone gets married in the church.

• Blessed marriage happens in churches.

• Men line up for the maiden's hand.

What does this proverb mean?

"If someone throws a stone on you, throw back some bread."

• Act of love and forgiveness is greater than revenge.

• Let bygones be bygones.

• Feed the hungry, for there is a better reward waiting for you than ignoring.

• Be generous. Share your blessings.

What does this proverb mean?

"He who does not love his mother tongue is worse than a rotten fish."

• Not learning the language of your mother at home is unacceptable.

• People only want to hear what they want.

• Do not forget where you came from.

• Being proud of your second language than your first language.

What is a common theme in Philippine pre-colonial literature?

• world issues

• nature

• technology

• travel

Complete the sentence:

Raffy _____ gone to school.

• was

• were

• has

• have

Four apples _____ on the table.

• is

• have

• has

• are