Boreas
Linear, episodic, and cumulative plot are the three types of plots in a narrative.
True or false?
False, there’s also frame narrative/embedded plot.
Who is the literary scholar notable for his studies on Philippine folk literature?
E. Arsenio Manuel
How many vowels are there in the Filipino’s earliest writing system?
Three
This being is capable of casting spells and curses, harnessing dark magic for its own purposes.
Mangkukulam
It is the use of sound devices meant to create a pleasant experience to the ear.
Euphony
This type of writing is divided into two: fiction and nonfiction.
Prose
What type of character is Ariel in the movie “The Little Mermaid”?
Round character
Biag ni Lam-ang is considered in what age of Philippine literature?
Heroic Age
This Philippine God owns the Trident of Tempests, enabling control over water and weather. Who is he?
Amanikable
What type of plot should you use if the events are to be repeated to create a storyline?
Cumulative plot
What are the three types of precolonial Philippine literature?
Folk speeches, folk tales, and folk songs
There are five divisions of plot.
True or false?
False, there’s exposition, climax, and denouement.
If you are enchanted by a Tikbalang, how will you counter its spell?
By wearing your clothes inside-out.
The story of Bernardo Carpio in Philippine literature is considered as to what type of precolonial literature?
Legend
Who are the three primal Philippine deities?
Bathala, Ulilang Kaluluwa, and Galang Kaluluwa
Silent and sleek, I glide with grace,
Camouflaged colors, blending in any space.
Coiled and ready, a venomous sting,
In nature's dance, I am a cryptic being.
What/who is the persona in the poem?
On my tongue, a symphony unfolds,
Flavors mingling, a story yet untold.
Sweet and savory, a sensory delight,
In each bite, a moment of pure delight.
What imagery is present in this poem?
Gustatory
Velvet caresses, a gentle touch,
Textures dance, sensations clutch.
Rough or smooth, a tactile treasure,
Through fingertips, pleasures without measure.
What imagery is present in this poem?
Tactile
In a fiery blaze, taste buds explode,
A flavor explosion, a taste overload.
Sweeter than honey, richer than gold,
Gustatory ecstasy, a story yet untold.
What figure of speech is present in this example?
Hyperbole
What plot is present in the One Piece anime?
Episodic plot
Sarah stepped into the dimly lit room, filled with ancient artifacts. Her eyes fell upon a peculiar book, its cover worn and weathered. Opening it, a blinding light engulfed the room, transporting her to a mysterious gateway. With a mix of excitement and trepidation, she stepped through the portal. What awaited her on the other side was beyond her wildest imagination.
What literary technique is present in this story?
Cliffhanger
Elphaba found herself suspended mid-air, her body surrounded by shimmering blue energy. Panic surged through her as she realized she had been transported to an unknown realm. She strained to catch her breath, desperately searching for any sign of familiarity. The swirling vortex beneath her seemed to beckon, its secrets tantalizingly close. With no other choice, Sarah mustered her courage and dove headfirst into the unknown, ready to unravel the mysteries that awaited her.
Which literary technique is present in this example, in media res or poetic justice?
In media res
In a quaint village nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived a young girl named Lily. She was known for her kind heart and adventurous spirit. One day, as Lily set off on an exploration, she encountered a mischievous boy named Max, the foil to her innocence. Max loved playing pranks and stirring up trouble. Despite their differences, an unexpected friendship blossomed. Through their contrasting personalities, Lily's compassion softened Max's rough edges, while Max's boldness ignited a sense of adventure in Lily. Together, they embarked on thrilling escapades, learning valuable lessons about friendship and embracing life's diversity.
What character role/s is/are present in this story?
Protagonist and foil
"One Thousand and One Nights" (also known as "Arabian Nights") is one of the most famous literature in the world. The main frame of the story revolves around Scheherazade, a young woman who marries a king known for marrying a new bride each day and executing her the following morning. To save herself and other women, Scheherazade tells captivating stories each night, leaving them unfinished at dawn to pique the king's curiosity and spare her life. It includes beloved tales like "Aladdin's Wonderful Lamp" and "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves.". What plot is present in this literary piece?
Frame Narrative/ Embedded plot
O, Night Sky, celestial expanse,
Your ebony canvas, a cosmic dance.
Studded with stars, gleaming and bright,
You fill our souls with pure delight.
With the moon as your faithful guide,
You cast a celestial glow, far and wide.
A tapestry of wonders, vast and deep,
In your embrace, secrets you keep.
What type of poem is this?
Ode