Filipino Reviewer Q4 - Francisco Baltazar

These flashcards cover the key elements of Francisco Baltazar's life and his literary work, 'Florante at Laura', emphasizing important themes, characters, and narrative structures.

Who is known as the 'Prinsipe ng Makatang Tagalog'?

Francisco 'Balagtas' Baltazar.

When was Francisco Baltazar born?

April 2, 1788.

What year did Francisco Baltazar die?

1862.

Who was Baltazar's benefactor that enabled him to study?

Donya Trinidad.

Who was Baltazar's teacher?

Padre Mariano Pilapil.

Who was known as 'Huseng Sisiw'?

Jose Dela Cruz.

Who was Batalgas's rival in courting Maria Asuncion?

'Nanong' Mariano Kapule.

How long did Baltazar spend in jail?

Four years.

Who found inspiration in Baltazar's works?

Jose Rizal and Apolinario Mabini.

What is the title of Baltazar's famous work?

Florante at Laura.

What is 'Banghay' in literature?

Structure or framework of events.

What is the term for the beginning stages of a story?

Eksposisyon.

In a narrative, what follows the 'kasiglahan'?

Krisis or Climax.

What does 'Kakalasan' refer to in a story's structure?

Falling action.

What does 'wakas' signify in a narrative?

Conclusion.

What literary device indicates impending events?

Foreshadowing.

What is 'parallelism' in writing?

Similarity in events.

What does 'Simultaneity' refer to?

Events occurring at the same time.

What does 'In Medias Res' mean?

Beginning the story in the middle.

What is a 'mensaheng' in literature?

Main idea or message.

What is the meaning of 'pahiwatig'?

Indirect expression of an idea.

How is 'kaisipan' defined?

Deep idea or concept.

What is the main theme of 'Florante at Laura'?

Love and struggle.

Who is Florante's closest friend?

Menandro.

Who is Florante's cousin?

Menalipo.

Who is the teacher of Florante and Adolfo?

Antenor.

Who is Florante's mother?

Princess Floresca.

What is the role of Duke Briseo?

Florante's father and advisor to King Linceo.

Who is the enemy of Florante?

Konde Adolfo.

What does Aladin represent?

A Moro general.

What type of literary piece is 'Florante at Laura'?

Awit.

What does Florante recall while tied to a tree?

His kingdom in Albania.

What causes Florante's anger towards Adolfo?

Adolfo's taking of Laura.

What lesson does Florante learn from his hardship?

Strength and resilience.

How long is Florante imprisoned?

18 days.

What signifies the climax in the story?

Florante's fight against Heneral Osmalik.

Who helps Florante escape from his captivity?

Aladin.

What event leads to Florante's declaration of love?

His memories of Laura.

What is the significance of Flerida in Aladin's story?

His beloved who he seeks to save.

What role does Sultan Ali-Adab play in Aladin's life?

He is Aladin's father who oppresses him.

What happens to Laura during Adolfo's tyranny?

She is captured and nearly executed.

What happens to Adolfo at the end of the story?

He is defeated and expelled.

What does the reunion of the four lovers signify?

Resolution of their struggles.

In what manner do Florante and Laura end up after their struggles?

They become king and queen.

What recurring theme is present in the story?

Love conquers all.

What happens to the characters at the conclusion of the story?

They all find peace and happiness.