Pre-Colonial Philippine Literature Quiz

What are proverbs known as in Filipino?

• Salawikain

• Bugtong

• Epics

• Folksongs

What do Filipino proverbs reflect?

• Cultural values

• Historical events

• Natural phenomena

• Modern relevance

What are riddles called in Filipino?

• Salawikain

• Bugtong

• Epics

• Folksongs

What do Filipino riddles often use to lead to the answer?

• Descriptions

• Statistics

• Facts

• Opinions

What do folksongs express?

• Emotions

• Mathematics

• Science

• History

What do myths typically explain?

• Creation of the universe

• Daily life

• Cultural practices

• Modern issues

What do legends often feature?

• Explanations for landmarks

• Scientific theories

• Mathematical problems

• Modern stories

What does pre-colonial literature reflect?

• Beliefs and way of life

• Modern technology

• Globalization

• Political systems

What is the significance of pre-colonial literature?

• Understanding the past

• Learning new languages

• Traveling the world

• Cooking

What themes do pre-colonial stories focus on?

• Bravery, community, respect for nature

• Technology and innovation

• Global politics

• Modern relationships