21st Century Literature from

the Philippines and the

World Quarter 1 – Module 1:
Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic
Dimensions of Philippine Literary
History from Pre-Colonial to the

Contemporary
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21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World

Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 1: Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic Dimensions of Philippine
Literary History from Pre-Colonial to the Contemporary
First Edition, 2020

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21st Century Literature from

the Philippines and the
World Quarter 1 – Module 1
Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic
Dimensions of Philippine Literary
History from Pre-Colonial to the
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from Pre-Colonial to the Contemporary.
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This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
understand 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World. The scope
of this module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The
language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are
arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you
read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
The module is divided into two lessons, namely:
• Lesson 1 – Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic Dimensions of
Philippine Literary History from Pre-Colonial to the
 Contemporary.
• Lesson 2 – Identifying Representative Texts from the Regions

After going through this module, you are expected to:

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1. Identify geographic, linguistic, and ethnic dimensions of Philippine literary
history from pre-colonial to contemporary and representative texts from the
regions.
2. Write a close analysis and critical interpretation of literary texts.
3. Show a sense of adaptability of the Philippine Literary History

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What I Know
Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate
sheet of paper.

1. During this period, Jose Rizal’s works such as Noli Me Tangere and El
Filibusterismo were written to awake the mind of our countrymen. a.
Spanish Period
b. American Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
2. The Philippines had literature such as legends, folktakes, folksongs, and the
like.
 a. Spanish Period
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b. Japanese Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
3. In this period, religious books were written, such as Doctrina Cristiana and
Urbana and Felisa, to support or contradict the Catholic Church. a. Spanish
Period
b. American Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
4. Filipino writers went into all forms of literature like news, reporting, poetry,
stories play, essays, and novels which clearly depicted their love of country
and their longings for independence.
a. Edsa I Period
b. American Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. The 3rd Republic Period
5. Filipino literature was given a break during this period for the Filipino
literature was prohibited from using. Many wrote plays, poems, short
stories, etc. Topics and themes were often about life in the provinces. a.
Japanese Period
b. American Period
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c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. American Period
6. Haiku and Tanaga were influenced by what period?
a. Spanish Period
b. Japanese Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
7. This period presented new trends in writing using modern technology.
a. Edsa I Period
b. 21st Century Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. The 3rd Republic Period
8. This literary period witnessed newspapers which were once branded crony
newspapers become instant opposition papers.
a. Japanese Period
b. American Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Edsa I Period
9. Poetry during this period were during this period were romantic and
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revolutionary.
a. The 3rd Republic Period
b. Edsa I Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Pre-Spanish Period
10. Poetry during this period were dealt with patience, regard for native culture
and customs.
a. The 3rd Republic Period
b. 21st Century Period
c. Edsa I Period
d. New Society Period
11. Philippine regional literature can be BEST described as
___________. a. Dynamic
b. Outdated
c. Spoken
d. Traditional
12. Imagery in poetry pertains to _____________.
a. Mental pictures
b. Unique drawings
c. Vague resemblances
d. Word creations
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13.The use of the vernacular in regional literature is ___________ a.
discouraged because many people do not understand a piece not
written in either English or Tagalog
b. encouraged so that the culture and tradition of a people are upheld
despite effects of modernity
c. opposed for the reason that it constraints the expression of thoughts,
feelings, and ideas of a writer
d. affirmed by many for it allows free flow of feelings and in-sights not
understandable to readers
14.A valid observation of literary development in the Philippines is that
_______. a. History is recorded only in the oral tradition of the country. b.
No literature could reflect the richness of our country's experiences. c.
Literary masterpieces are written by great persons with great
remembrances.
d. Literature developed alongside Philippine history.
15.Because of the archipelagic nature of the Philippines, its geographical
features, and the presence of various ethno-linguistic groups in the country,
regional literature has become ____________.
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a. Anti-modern and traditional
b. Short yet vivid
c. Rich and varied
d. Nationalistic

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Lesson
1 Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic
Dimensions of Philippine Literary History
from Pre-Colonial to the Contemporary

21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World Module aims to
engage students in appreciation and critical study of 21st Century
Literature from the Philippines and the World, encompassing their various
dimensions, genres, elements, structures, contexts, and traditions.

What’s In
1. What do you know about the different Literary Periods in Philippine
Literature?
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2. What are the essential elements of the literary pieces under different
periods of literature?

What’s New
Task 1. Literary Timeline
Directions: Try to complete the literary TIMELINE below. Choose
your answers from the given choices written below.
1945
1946-
1970
1970-
1980
1981-
1885
1886-
1999
2001-
66- 1871 1872- 1898 1898- 1841 1941- present
156515

4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
1. 2. 3.

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a. Japanese Period f.21st Century
b. Rebirth of Freedom g. Spanish
c. Post EDSA h. Period of Enlightenment
d. American Period i. Period of Activism & New Society e.
Pre-Spanish Period j. Period of Literature in English

What is It
Think About This!
 Our forefathers already had their literature, which reflected in their customs
and traditions. They had their alphabet even before they had colonized. The
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they were works of the devil or were written on materials that quickly
perished, like the barks of trees, dried leaves, and bamboo cylinders, which
could not have remained firm even if efforts were made to preserve them.
Our unique geographic location is the reason why we are rich.

PRE-SPANISH LITERATURE - is characterized by:

• Folk tales. These are made up of stories about life, adventure,

love, horror, and humor where one can derive lessons.
An example of this is THE MOON AND THE SUN.
• The Epic Age. Epics are long narrative poems in which a series of heroic
achievements or events, usually of a hero, are dealt with at
length.
• Folk Songs. These are one of the oldest forms of Philippine literature that
emerged in the pre-Spanish period. These songs mirrored the
early forms of culture. Many of these have 12 syllables.
Examples of which are Kundiman, Kumintang o Tagumpay,
Ang Dalit o Imno, Ang Oyayi o Hele, Diana, Soliraning and
Talindaw

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Understanding Literary History
Literature in this period may be classified as religious prose and poetry and secular
prose and poetry.
• Spanish Influences On Philippine Literature
The first Filipino alphabet, called ALIBATA, was replaced by the Roman
alphabet. Also, the teaching of the Christian Doctrine became the basis of
religious practices. European legends and traditions brought here became
assimilated in our songs, corridos, and moro-moros.
• FolkSongs
It manifests the artistic feelings of the Filipinos and shows their innate
appreciation for and love of beauty. The examples are Leron-Leron Sinta,
Pamulinawen, Dandansoy, Sarong Banggi, and Atin Cu Pung Sing-sing.
• Recreational
Plays
There were many recreational plays performed by Filipinos during the
 Spanish times. Almost all of them were in a poetic form such Cenaculo,
Panunuluyan, Salubong and Zarzuela.

PERIOD OF ENLIGHTENMENT (1972- 1898)

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In 19th Century, Filipino intellectuals educated in Europe called Ilustrados began
to write about the hitch of colonization.

The Propaganda Movement (1872-1896) - This movement was spearheaded

mostly by the intellectual middle-class like Jose Rizal, Marcelo del
Pilar; Graciano Lopez Jaena, Antonio Luna, Mariano Ponce, Jose Ma.
Panganiban, and Pedro Paterno.

o Some of Rizal’s writings: Noli Me Tangere, Mi Ultimo Adios, Sobre La

Indolencia Delos Filipinos and Filipinas Dentro De Cien Aňos.
o Some of Del Pilar’s writings: Pagibig sa Tinubuang Lupa (Love of
Country), Kaingat Kayo (Be Careful), and Dasalan at Tocsohan
(Prayers and Jokes).
o Some of Jaena’s writings: Ang Fray Botod, La Hija Del Fraile (The
Child of the Friar), and Everything Is Hambug (Everything is
mere show), Sa Mga Pilipino...1891), and Talumpating
Pagunita Kay Kolumbus (An Oration to Commemorate
Columbus).

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THE AMERICAN REGIME (1898-1944)
Linguistically, Americans influenced Filipino writers to write using English
language. Jose Garcia Villa became famous for his free verse.

Characteristics of Literature during this period:

The languages used in writing were Spanish and Tagalog and the dialects of
the different regions. But the writers in Tagalog, continued in their
lamentations on the conditions of the country and their attempts to arouse
love for one’s native tongue and the writers in English imitated the themes
and methods of the Americans.

THE JAPANESE PERIOD (1941-1945)

Philippine Literature was interrupted in its development when another foreign
country, Japan, conquered the Philippines between1941-1945. Philippine literature
in English came to a halt. This led to all newspapers not to be circulated in the
community except for TRIBUNE and PHILIPPINE REVIEW.
 o Filipino Poetry during this period
The common theme of most poems during the Japanese
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occupation was nationalism, country, love, and life in the barrios,
faith, religion, and the arts.
o Three types of poems emerged during this period:
a. Haiku , a poem of free verse that the Japanese like. It was
made up of 17 syllables divided into three lines and
b. Tanaga – like the Haiku, is short, but it had measure and
rhyme.
c. Karaniwang Anyo (Usual Form)

PHILIPPINE LITERATURE IN ENGLISH (1941-1945)

Because of the strict prohibitions imposed by the Japanese in the writing and
publishing of works in English, Philippine literature in English experienced a dark
period. For the first twenty years, many books were published both in Filipino and
in English.
In the New Filipino Literature, Philippine literature in Tagalog was revived during
this period. Most themes in the writings dealt with Japanese brutalities, the
poverty of life under the Japanese government, and the brave guerilla exploits.

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PERIOD OF ACTIVISM (1970-1972)
According to Pociano Pineda, youth activism in 1970-72 was due to domestic and
worldwide causes. Because of the ills of society, the youth moved to seek reforms.
The Literary Revolution
The youth became vocal with their sentiments. They demanded a
change in the government. It was manifested in the bloody
demonstrations and the sidewalk expressions and also in literature.

PERIOD OF THE NEW SOCIETY (1972- 1980)

The period of the New Society started on September 21, 1972. The Carlos Palanca
Awards continued to give annual awards. Poems dealt with patience, regard for
native culture, customs, and the beauties of nature and surroundings. Newspapers
donned new forms.
News on economic progress, discipline, culture, tourism, and the like were favored
more than the sensationalized reporting of killings, rape, and robberies. Filipinos
before were hooked in reading magazines and comics.

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PERIOD OF THE THIRD REPUBLIC (1981-1985)
After ten years of military rule and some changes in the life of the Filipino, which
started under the New Society, Martial Rule was at last lifted on January 2, 1981.
The Philippines became a new nation, and this, former President Marcos called
“The New Republic of the Philippines.” Poems during this period of the Third
Republic were romantic and revolutionary. Many Filipino songs dealt with themes
that were true-to-life like those of grief, poverty, aspirations for freedom, love of
God, of country and fellowmen.

POST-EDSA 1 REVOLUTION (1986-1995)

History took another twist. Once more, the Filipino people regained their
independence, which they lost twenty years ago. In four days from February 21-25,
1986, the so-called People Power (Lakas ng Bayan) prevailed. In the short span of
the existence of the real Republic of the Philippines, several changes already
became evident. It was noticed in the new Filipino songs, newspapers, speeches,
and even in the television programs. The now crony newspapers that enjoyed an
overnight increase in circulation were THE INQUIRER, MALAYA, and the PEOPLE’S
JOURNAL.

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21 CENTURY PERIOD
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The new trends have been used and introduced to meet the needs and tastes of the
new generation. 21st Century learners are demanded to be ICT inclined to compete
with the style and format of writing as well. New codes or lingos are used to add
flavor in the literary pieces produced nowadays.
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Activity 1. Who’s Who?

Direction: Identify the author of the following literary pieces written by the
Ilustrados. Write the letter of your correct answer.

A. Jose Rizal B. Marcelo H. Del Pilar C. Graciano Lopez Jaena

1. Sa Mga Pilipino 6. El Filibusterismo

 2. Mi Ultimo Adios 7. Kaingat Kayo
3. Filipinas Dentro De Cien Aňos 8. Ang Fray Botod
4. Pag-Ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa 9. Sobre La Indolencia Delos Filipinos 5. La
Hija del Fraile 10. Dasalan at Tocsohan

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Assessment 1. Characterize Me!
Directions: Complete the table below by writing the characteristics of the
following literature during the Pre-Spanish Period
Legends Folk Tales The Epic Age Folk Songs

Activity 2. Thinker’s View

Directions: Given below is a sample of a Filipino Folktale in the Pre-Spanish

Period. Answer the questions that follow.

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(Tingguian folk tale)
 In the olden days, like the moon, the sun had also star children which
were yellowish in color, very bright and very hot.
The star children of the moon, however, were reddish and cool. That
moon was scared that his stars would wither and die if they play with the
star children of the sun.
The moon suggested to the sun that they kill their children who were
crowding the heavens with their number.
When the sun had killed her children, the moon merely hid behind the
clouds.
In the evening, when the clouds faded, the moon stars appeared.
This angered the sun so he gave chase to the moon. Thus, when he
overtakes the moon, we have the so-called eclipse.
Every morning, the sun kills the moon stars that he catches.
Until now, this chase continues and because the moon still continues…

1. What is the concern of the moon regarding his stars?

2. Why does the moon anger the sun?
3. What particular phenomenon is described in the Filipino Folktale?

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Assessment 2. Closer Look
Directions: Write three words that will highlight the message of the excerpt
from one of the most famous literary pieces during Spanish time,
Pasyon.

1 2. 3. .
KASAYSAYAN NG PASYONG MAHAL NI HESUKRISTONG
PANGINOON NATIN
(COPYRIGHT 1949 BY IGNACIO LUNA & SONS)
Panalangin sa Diyos Oh Diyos
sa kalangitan Hari ng sangkalupaan
Diyos na walang kapantay,
mabait lubhang maalam
at puno ng karunungan.
Ikaw ang Amang tibobos
ng nangungulilang lubos
amang di matapus-tapos,
maawi't mapagkupkop sa taong lupa't alabok. Iyong itulot sa amin
Diyos Amang maawain mangyaring aming dalitin.
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Assessment 3. Saying a Song
Directions: One of the songs in the Post-EDSA I era is the song Ang Bayan Ko.
Analyze and interpret the emotions of Filipinos and situations of the
country found in each paragraph of the song.

Ang Bayan Ko
I. A
II. II. At sa kanyang yumi at ganda
ng bayan kong Pilipinas Dayuhan ay nahalina
Lupain ng ginto't bulaklak Bayan ko, binihag ka
Pag-ibig na sa kanyang Nasadlak sa dusa
palad Nag-alay ng ganda't
dilag

CHORUS

Ibon mang may layang lumipad kulungin mo at

umiiyak bayan pa kayang sakdal-dilag ang 'di
magnasang makaalpas,
Pilipinas kong minumutya pugad ng luha at
dalita aking adhika makita kang sakdal laya

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What I Have Learned

1. Pre-Spanish Literature is characterized by Legends, Folk Tales, The Epic
Age, and Folk Songs.
2. The Propaganda Movement (1872-1896) was spearheaded mostly by the
intellectual middle-class like Jose Rizal, Marcelo del Pilar, Graciano Lopez
Jaena, Antonio Luna, Mariano Ponce, Jose Ma. Panganiban and Pedro
Paterno.
3. In the American Regime, Americans influenced Filipino writers to write using
the English language. English as a medium of instruction was introduced in
the schools as the intellectual language of education.
4. In the Period of Activism, campus newspapers were written to show their
protest. They held pens and wrote on placards in red paint the equivalent of
the word MAKIBAKA (To dare!).
5. Period of the New Society poems dealt with patience, regard for native

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 culture, customs, and the beauties of nature and surroundings. 6.
The period of the Third Republic was romantic and revolutionary.
7. Post EDSA I noticed in the new Filipino songs, in the newspapers, in the
speeches, and even in the television programs.

What I Can Do
Task 1. As a grade 11 Filipino learner, in what way you can show a sense of
adaptability to the diverse Philippines Literary History? State your
answer in a 3 -5 paragraph essay.

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Lesson 2 Texts from the
Identifying Regions
Representative
The country’s rich repertoire of literary masterpieces may be rooted in the diverse
cultural heritage of the Filipino people. They have produced varied texts because of
differences. The mighty roar of the North and the fiery temperament of the South
blended well. The Filipinos speak of the collective experiences from the people who
have gone through difficulties, triumphs, struggles, successes, armed conflicts,
bloodless revolutions, and others. It is the reason why these masterpieces
resonated loud and clear in the Philippine archipelago.

What’s
In
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What are the different Literary Periods in Philippine Literature? 2. What are
the basic elements of the literary pieces under the Japanese Regime?
 American Period? Spanish Period?
3. What are changes in Literature during the 21st Century?

What’s New
Imagery is a poetic element that tries to create a picture in the mind of the
reader or a mental image through the use of figural language. It represents
objects, places, ideas, or even actions that appeal to the senses of the
readers.

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Gabu
by Carlos A. Angeles
The battering restlessness of the dead
sea Insists a tidal fury upon the And neutral where the sea has
beach At Gabu, and its pure beached its brine,
consistency Where the spilt salt of its heart lies
Havos the wasteland hard within its Among the darkspread habiliments of Time.
reach. The vital splendor misses. For here,
Brutal the daylong bashing of its here
heart Against the seascape where, for
miles around, At Gabu where the ageless tide recurs
Farther than sight itself, the rock All things forfeited are most loved and
stones part dear.
And drop into the elemental wound. It is the sea pursues a habit of shores.
The waste of centuries is grey and

1. What image does the poem, Gabu, try to create?

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2. Which word or group of words from the poem help you form this
image? Draw this on a separate sheet of paper.
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A Taste of Philippine Poetry
Located in the northwest of Luzon, the Ilocos Region or Region 1 is comprised of
four provinces, namely: Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan. It is
bordered to the west by the turbulent South China Sea, to the east by the
Cordillera Administrative Region, the northeast and southeast by Cagayan Valley
and the South by Central Luzon. Most of the inhabitants of the Ilocano homeland
are concentrated along a narrow coastal plain. Because of geographical boundaries,
these people often experience heavy rains and violent typhoons, especially during
rainy seasons.

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The region, then, takes pride in long stretches of white sand and clear waters
alongside its rich cultural heritage. What you are about to read is a poem written
by a Carlos Palanca Memorial Awardee in Poetry in 1964, Carlos A. Angeles. His
collection of poems entitled, Stun of Jewels, also bagged him the Republic Cultural
Heritage Award in Literature in the same year.
A Moment of Silence
Gabu depicts a coastline in Ilocos that is constantly experiencing the battering
restlessness of the sea. The water that comes back to the shore seems furious and
ruthless with its daylong bashing, which havocs the wasteland. Being an
archipelagic country, the Philippines knows the importance of water and the sea.

A Taste of Tagalog Essay

More popularly known now as the CALABARZON referring to the provinces of
Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon, Region IV-A is home to Tagalog
speaking people in the Philippines. Recognized all over the country for their bravery
and fearlessness in battles, CALABARZON has participated actively in the country’s
fight for freedom and democracy. It is home to many Philippine heroes
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foremost, and among them are Rizal of Laguna, Mabini of Batangas, and Aguinaldo
of Cavite.
A Taste of Creative Nonfiction
The island of Visayas is one of the major geographical divisions in the Philippines,
the other two being Luzon and Mindanao. It is divided into Western, Central, and
Eastern Visayas. The Visayas region is comprised of several islands circling the
Visayan Sea. Its people, therefore, share a sea-based culture and tradition that may
be rooted in a strong religious foundation.
The dwelling place of many festivals such as the Ati-Atihan, Di-nagyang, Sinulog,
Pintados, and Maskara, the Visayas may indeed be considered as one of the cradles
of Philippine civilization.

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What’s More
Activity 1. Graphic Organizer
Directions: Delve deeper into the poem Gabu by Carlos A. Angeles using the
graphic organizer. You may re-read the poem to get the details that
would complete the organizer.

Title of the Text:

Author:
QUESTIONS RESPONSE
TOPIC
What is the text all about?

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OFFICESITUATION
What is the setting referred to or
described in the text?

CLIENT
Who is the target group of readers
of the text?
How would you describe the group
in terms of skills, values, beliefs
and attitudes?
PURPOSE
Why was the text written?
What does it hope to achieve
especially among its client?

PERSONA
Who is the voice behind the text?
What is known about him or her?

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Assessment 1. Reflect On Me
Direction: Read and answer the questions.

Aug 2009 by SIGLIWA

Salubungin ang (Bagong) Daluyong ng mga Agos sa Disyerto
SA PANAHONG tila natutuyuan ang mga linang ng panitikan noong gitnang
bahagi ng dekada ’60, dumaloy ang mga akda nina Efren R. Abueg,
Dominador B. Mirasol, Rogelio L. Ordo-ñez, Edgardo M. Reyes at Rogelio R.
Sikat, sa aklat katipunang Mga Agos sa Disyerto.

Unang buhos ng daluyong ay noong 1964 at isang dekada ang lumipas,

muling umalon at binasa ang namimitak na lupain ng panitikang Filipino nang
mailimbag ang ikalawang edisyon ng Mga Agos sa Disyerto noong 1974.

Huling sargo ng daluyong ng Agos ay 16 na taon ang nakararaan, nang

lumabas ang ikat-long edisyon nito noong 1993.

Ngayon, sa panahong sampu isang pera ang patakbuhing literaturang

patuloy na lumuluoy sa diwa at kaluluwa ng mga Pilipino, muling nagbabanta
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ang pagbugso ng mga Agos sa Disyerto.
1. In what language was the text, Maga Agos sa Disyerto
written? 2. What did the text aim to accomplish?

Activity 2. Outline
What does the writer want to say about the use of Filipino especially in awakening
the social and moral consciousness of the masses? Outline the main points of the
essay through the graphic organizer below.

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Assessment 2. Theme’s Up
 Pananalamin sa Tubig ng Katotohanang Panlipunan
Sinalamin ng 25 akdang isinama sa Agos (na 20 lamang
noong ika-2 edisyon) katotohanang umiiral sa lipunan.
Binigyang mukha ng mga ito ang kalagayan ng
karaniwang tao, maging ang pingkian ng kapangyarihan
at karumaldumal na karalitaan at kawa-langhiyaang
umiiral sa ating lipunan.
Nilaro ng mga akda ang emosyon at kaisipan, na bagaman
ginagawa na noon, hindi ganoong kahantad.

1. What is the central theme of this text?

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What I Have Learned

1. Imagery is a poetic element that tries to create a picture in the mind of the
reader or a mental image through the use of figurative language.
2. Gabu depicts a coastline in Ilocos that is constantly experiencing the
battering restlessness of the sea.
3. Panahon na muling Padaluyin ang Agos is a persuasive essay that focuses on
the potent capacity of a national language to arouse patriotism and love of
country and its people.
4. The Dreamwaevers is a text written by a feminist Filipina who strongly
promotes women’s rights.

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What I Can Do
Activity 1. Verse of the Day
The text you are about to encounter is written by a native Visayan who was born in
Maribojoc, Bohol. Considered by many as a feminist Filipina who strongly promotes
women’s rights, Marjorie Evasco is not only a Don Carlos Palanca Memorial
Awardee but also recipient to several accolades here and abroad. Give the meaning
of the following verses: 1, 6, & 7

Dreamweavers
Marjorie Evasco
We are entitled to our own
definitions of the worlds
we have in common:
earth house (stay)
water well (carry)
fire stove (tend)
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air song (sigh)
ether dream (died)
and try out new combinations
 with key words
unlocking power
house on fire sing!
stove under water stay.
earth filled well die.
The spells and spellings
Of our vocabularies
Are oracular
In translation
One woman in Pagnito-an
Another in Solentiname
Still another in Harxheim
And many other women
Naming
Half the world together
can move their earth
must house their fire
be water to their song
will their dreams

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Assessment
Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a
separate sheet of paper.
1. Chant (Bulong) was used in witchcraft or enchantment especially in remote
places in the Visayas.
a. Japanese Period
b. Rebirth of Freedom
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
2. Lagaylay was used in a special occasion for the Pilareños of Sorsogon during
May time to get together.
a. Spanish Period
b. New Society Period
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of 3rd Republic
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3. PAGIBIG SA TINUBUANG LUPA was translated from the Spanish AMOR
PATRIA of Rizal, published on August 20, 1882, in Diariong Tagalog. a.
Spanish Period
b. American Period
 c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of Enlightenment
4. Tagalog Zarzuela, Cenaculo and the Embayoka of the Muslims were presented
in the rebuilt Metropolitan Theater, the Folk Arts Theater and the Cultural
Center of the Philippines.
a. New Society Period
b. American Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Period of 3rd Republic
5. Haiku, is short with a measure and rhyme consisting of 17 syllables which
had favorable diminishing effect on Tagalog literature.
a. New Society Period
b. American Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Period of 3rd Republic

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6. English as medium of instruction was introduced in the schools as
intellectual language of education in this period.
a. New Society Period
b. American Period
c. 21st Century Period
d. Period of 3rd Republic
7. This is the period wherein the youth became vocal with their sentiments
and demanded change in the government.
a. Spanish Period
b. Period of Activism
c. Pre-Spanish Period
d. Period of 3rd Republic
8. Filipinos during this period were hooked in reading magazines and comics. a.
New Society Period
b. American Period
c. Period of 3rd Republic
d. 21st Century Period
9. “Ang Bayan ko” was a song popularized in this period.
a. Period of 3rd Republic
b. New Society Period
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c. 21st Century Period
d. Post-EDSA 1 Period
10. This period is notable in the reawakening of the Filipino spirit when the 3
priests Gomez, Burgos and Zamora were guillotined without sufficient evidence
 of guilt.
a. Post-EDSA 1 Period
b. Period of 3rd Republic
c. Period of Enlightenment
d. Period of Activism
11.A statement of fact about Philippine regional literature is _______. a. It
mirrors the deeply ingrained Filipino values, culture and tradition even when
keeping up with the changing times.
b. It reflects the conservatism of indigenous folks who have maintained a
backward expression style.
c. It embraces only the written compilation of literary works in various
styles and genres.
d. It depicts the influences of various colonizers that occupied the
country for more than three centuries.

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12.An element in poetry that refers to the image or picture created in the minds
of readers that helps give light to the main idea is _______.
a. form
b. imagery
c. rhythm
d. sound pattern
13.Many Filipino authors, writers, or poets are encouraged to use the mother
tongue as the medium of expression in their craft because _______. a. Readers
fail to comprehend a piece not written in either English or Tagalog.
b. Our people’s culture and tradition are upheld through this despite
effects of colonization or even modernity.
c. The expression of thoughts, feelings, and ideas of a writer are
emphasized in the personalized codes that they use.
d. The continuous flow of feelings and insights are inhibited when a
foreign language is used instead.
14. The development of literature in the Philippines __________. a. is
given life only in the oral tradition of the country.
b. could reflect the richness of our country’s resources.
c. may be attributed to both local and foreign influences.
d. grew and prospered alongside the country’s history.
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varied because of _______.
a. the contributions of numerous artists who patterned after the
Western literary masters.
b. the nationalistic fervor of texts written in various stages of our
 history as a nation.
c. various topics used as themes by the writers and their alignment to
world events.
d. the archipelagic nature of the Philippines, its geographical features,
and the presence of various ethno-linguistic groups in the country.

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Additional Activities
Activity 1 Short Reflection

1. In what ways can you as a Filipino reader be affected by such

works (short stories in Tagalog) that endeavor to open the minds of
people on socio-political and moral issues confronting the country.
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Croghan SJ, Richard V. (1975). The Development of Philippine Literature in
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Fosdick, Carolyn, and Tarrosa (1954). Literature for Philippine High Schools. New
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SIGLIWA, “Salubungin ang (bagong) Daluyong ng mga Agos sa Disyerto, Agosto 20,
2019, https://panitikanatbp.wordpress.com/2009/08/20/salubungin- ang
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