english quiz

refers to the oral tradition literature of filipino people

Philippine Literature

the short term of Philippine literature

Folk speech

handed down from the remote past by words of mouth from one generation to another

folk narrative

handed down among the common people and are usually of anonymous authorship

folk song

is a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining
some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events.

myth

is a traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated. It also
gives emphasis on the theme or plot of the story.

legend

is a fictional story that uses animals as characters. This narrative focuses on characters.

fable

is a story originating in popular culture, typically passed on by word of mouth. It
has
simple plots and characters which are easy to remember. The element of magic in folklore really appeals to
children.

folk tale / kuwentong bayan

is a long-dignified poem telling the exploits of a central hero who is usually endowed with
supernatural qualities and whose story may defeat a religious or natural idea. It is regarded as the noblest
(impressive) type of literature.

folk epic

is the written work of a specific culture, religion, philosophy , or the study of such written work which may appear in poetry or in prose

Literature

is a short fiction narrative that can be read in one sitting. It focuses on a single event involving a few fictional characters.

Short Story

are the people, animals, or creatures that participate in the plot of the story.

characters

is a word that tells of an action or state of being. It is the most important word in the sentence.

verb

verbs connect the subject of a sentence with words or groups of words that identify or describe
it.

linking verb

describe physical or mental action.

action verb