Epics
What Ilocano epic tells the story of a hero named _________ who possesses extraordinary abilities?
Biag ni _______ – Ilocano epic
Lam-ang
Romeo and Juliet
William Shakespeare
What legend explains how the pineapple came to have many “eyes”?
Alamat ng Pinya
Isang butil ng palay, sakop ang buong bahay.
Ilaw
“The Empty Chair” – A stage play about a family gathering where the characters confront an unresolved conflict.
Drama
What Ifugao epic tells the story of the warrior-hero?
Hudhud ni __________ – Ifugao epic
Aliguyon
Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not)
Jose Rizal
What legend tells the story behind the formation or existence of Mayon Volcano?
Alamat ng Bulkang Mayon
May mukha ngunit walang mata, may kamay ngunit walang daliri.
Orasan
“Whispers of the Moon” – A literary piece written in lines and stanzas that expresses feelings about love, dreams, and nature.
Poetry
What Maranao epic narrates the heroic deeds and adventures of noble warriors and royal families?
D_r_ng_n
Darangen
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen
What legend tells the story of a mysterious woman associated with Mount Makiling?
Alamat ni Maria Makiling
Lumilipad nang walang pakpak, umiiyak nang walang mata.
Ulap
“My Journey Through the Mountains” – A personal narrative describing the writer’s real experience during a challenging mountain trip.
Creative Non-fiction
What Manobo epic is associated with the traditional chants of the Livunganen-Arumanen people?
U_ah_nga_ – Livunganen-Arumanen Manobo epic
Ulahingan
Frankenstein
Mary Shelly
What legend explains the origin of the fragrant Jasminum sambac flower?
Alamat ng Sampaguita
Dalawang magkapatid, laging magkasama ngunit hindi nagkikita.
Mata
“The Last Rainy Day” – A story about a young student who discovers an old letter that changes how she understands her family.
Fiction
What epic from Panay tells the adventures and heroic deeds of Labaw Donggon and other legendary figures?
Hini_ _wo_ – Panay epic
Hinilawod
Les Misérables
Victor Hugo
What legend explains the origin or characteristics of the Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana plant?
Alamat ng Saging
May bahay ngunit walang pinto, may laman ngunit walang tao.
Itlog
“A Letter I Never Sent” – A true-to-life personal reflection about a meaningful experience, written using storytelling and descriptive details.
Creative Non-fiction