The Historical Background of Philippine Literature

During which period did the Spanish influence our literature?

• Japanese period

• Pre-colonial period

• American regime

• Period of Enlightenment

What is the 575 syllabic distribution pattern used in a type of poem?

• Tanaga

• Haiku

• Epic

• Folk tale

Who is the national hero of the Philippines who contributed to our literary identity through his works?

• Antonio Luna

• Jose Garcia Villa

• Marcelo H. Del Pilar

• Jose Rizal

Which literary period was marked by the influence of the period of activism?

• Japanese period

• Period of Enlightenment

• Period of New Society

• Philippine literature in English

What is the name of the set of literary awards for Filipino writers, considered the country's highest literary honor?

• Pulitzer Prize

• Man Booker Prize

• Palanca Awards

• Nobel Prize

Which period marked the time when the Filipino people regained their independence after 20 years?

• Post-EDSA 1 Revolution

• Japanese period

• Period of New Society

• American regime

What is the name of the famous Filipino epic that recounts the story of the exploits of three demi-god brothers?

• Ibalon

• Biagnilan

• Maragtas

• Hinilawod

During which period did the Japanese colonize the Philippines?

• Period of New Society

• Post-EDSA 1 Revolution

• Philippine literature in English

• Japanese period

Which literary period was characterized by Filipino intellectuals writing about the hitch of colonization?

• Japanese period

• Philippine literature in English

• Period of Enlightenment

• Period of New Society

What is the name of the famous Filipino poet who became known for his free verse?

• Jose Garcia Villa

• Marcelo H. Del Pilar

• Jose Rizal

• Antonio Luna