Panitikan sa Panahon ng Kasarinlan (Literature in the Period of Independence)

These flashcards cover the historical background, key literary terms, influential authors, and social conditions of Philippine literature during the Period of Independence (1946 onwards).

Kasarinlan

Derived from the root word 'sarili' (self), it refers to independence, freedom, or sovereignty of a nation from foreign control.

Metathesis in 'Kasarinlan'

The linguistic process where the positions of /l/ and /n/ were swapped from the original 'kasarilian' to make the word easier to pronounce.

Makabayan

A term describing concern and love for one's own country; commonly used in literary works expressing nationalism.

Pagkamulat

Refers to being aware or awakened to social issues; often used in works calling for social change.

Pagbabalikwas sa Kasaysayan

Refers to the period of transformation after World War II and the establishment of the Third Republic of the Philippines.

July 4, 1946

The date when Harry S. Truman recognized Philippine independence from the Americans following the Japanese occupation.

Republic Act No. 4166 (R.A. 4166)

The law approved by Diosdado Macapagal on August 4, 1964, which changed the date of Independence Day to June 12.

June 12, 1898

The date of the original declaration of Philippine independence from Spain.

Panitikang Makabayan

Patriotic literature where nationalism is linked to identity, humanity is linked to freedom, and struggle is linked to justice.

Isang Dipang Langit

A famous poem written by Amado V. Hernandez during the Period of Independence.

Impeng Negro

A short story written by Rogelio Sikat that served as a form of social commentary during this era.

Ang Paglilitis kay Mang Serapio

A play written by Paul Dumol in 1968 used as a tool for mass awakening regarding social tragedies.

Mars Ravelo

A prominent komiks creator known for works like Darna and Dyesebel, which promoted heroism and patriotic ideas among the youth.

Luha ng Buwaya

A novel by Amado V. Hernandez that exposed social problems, poverty, and government corruption.

Dekada '70

A novel by Lualhati Bautista that depicts societal changes and struggles during a specific decade of Philippine history.

Colonial Mentality

A negative effect after the war characterized by the loss of self-identity and the domination of foreign influences like Hollywood.

Panununupil sa Kalayaan ng Pagpapahayag

The suppression of freedom of expression through censorship and laws that hindered writers during the Period of Independence.

Red-tagging (Pula o Pulitikang Pagbintang)

The act of accusing writers of being communists or traitors, leading to division among intellectuals between the 1950s and 1970s.