QUIZ 1: Philippine Literary History

What is the primary mode of passing down literary pieces during the Pre-Colonial period?

• Written texts

• Oral tradition

• Printed books

• Digital media

Which of the following is a characteristic of the folk narratives from the Pre-Colonial period?

• They are often written in English.

• They reflect the culture and beliefs of the community.

• They are primarily focused on colonial history.

• They are usually published in books.

When considering the themes prevalent in pre-colonial literature, which of the following best reflects the cultural values of the time?

• Individualism and personal freedom

• Nature and community life

• Industrialization and modernity

• Colonial oppression

When considering the influence of pre-colonial literature on contemporary Filipino culture, which aspect remains most evident today?

• The use of complex narrative structures

• The prevalence of oral storytelling traditions

• The focus on colonial history

• The exclusive use of written texts

During the Spanish colonial period, what was the primary purpose of religious literature produced by Filipino writers?

• To entertain the masses

• To promote Spanish culture

• To spread Christian teachings and doctrines

• To document historical events

In analyzing the significance of the 'pasyon,' what role did it play in Filipino culture during Spanish colonization?

• It was a form of political protest.

• It served as a means of preserving indigenous languages.

• It was a narrative of Christ's passion that became central to Lenten observances.

• It was primarily used for educational purposes.

What was the primary theme of many literary works produced during the Spanish colonial period?

• Exploration of the human psyche

• Nationalism and resistance against colonial rule

• Romantic love and relationships

• Supernatural events and folklore

Considering the influence of Spanish colonization on Philippine literature, which of the following statements is most accurate?

• Philippine literature remained unchanged and purely indigenous.

• Spanish colonization led to a fusion of cultures that enriched Filipino literature.

• All forms of literature were banned during this period.

• Literature became exclusively religious and lost all secular themes.

During the Japanese occupation, what was the primary impact on Philippine literature in English?

• It flourished and expanded.

• It was encouraged by the Japanese authorities.

• It became more experimental.

• It was largely suppressed and halted.

What is a defining characteristic of the 'Haiku' that emerged during the Japanese Regime period?

• It consists of 14 lines with a fixed rhyme scheme.

• It is a free verse poem with no syllable restrictions.

• It has a structure of 17 syllables divided into three lines (5-7-5).

• It is primarily a narrative poem.