Philippine Literature in English
The Commonwealth Period
Publications During This Period
Anything Relative
100

A body of literary work created by Filipino writers translated into English language.

Philippine Literature in English

100

Refers to the ten-year transitional period from 1935 to 1945, which was established to prepare the country for independence from the United States and an important time in the history of Philippine literature.

The Commonwealth Period

100

This publication became a significant platform for Filipino writers during the Commonwealth period.

Philippine Free Press

100

What is the theme of our spoken poetry?

Nationalism

200

Period in which Philippine literature in English diversified as writers began experimenting with form and addressing global themes such as migration, feminism, and postcolonialism.

The Contemporary Period

200

The First President during the Commonwealth Period

Manuel L. Quezon

200

Compiled works from various Filipino writers, highlighting the diversity of voices and styles emerging during the Commonwealth period.

The New Filipino Anthology

200

What is the title of the report before our topic all about?

Filipino Writers and Their Books

300

Provide the three significances of Philippine Literature in English

Cultural Preservation 

Global Recognition 

Educational Value

300

What year was the Commonwealth period began and ended?

1935 to 1945

300

This short story captures the essence of Filipino rural life and the complexities of love and cultural identity. It tells the story of Leon, who brings his city-bred wife, Maria, to meet his family in the countryside, highlighting the contrasts between urban and rural lifestyles.

How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife

300

Provide the FULL name of the three reporters. 

Irish Stephanie C. Macaraig

John Loid I. Magdaong

Surjelaine Chelsea A. Singh