THE MEANING OF LITERATURE IN CONTEMPORARY ART

This is an contemporary literature in contemporary art

1. Instructions:
Unscramblethe letters to find
the correct literature-related
word.

2. OKOB
●BOOK

3. RACTAEHC
●CHARACTER

4. RTSOY
●STORY

5. HCTAE
●TEACH

6. NEIL
●LINE

7. LTRAEUETIR
●LITERATURE

8. RTONRNAAI
●NARRATION

9. EOPM
●POEM

10. RIVAEW
●REVIEW

11. Literature
Virtual Learning Class
Grace A. Husmillo

12. The word literature
is derived from the
Latin term “litera”
which means
letter.

13. Keys features of Literature

14. Literature is an
Art

15. Literature is a form
of communication.

16. Nobility of thoughts

17. Timelessness

18. Universality

19. Literature is utility

20. Genre of
Literature

21. 1. Prose “Prosa”
Is a discourse which uses sentences usually
forming paragraphs, to express ideas feelings
and actions

22. Fiction
➢Imaginative stories created by authors
➢Literature in the form of prose. Generally
includes work which are purely products
of the writer’s imagination.
➢Examples:
➢Novels (e.g., Noli Me Tangereby José Rizal)
➢Short stories
➢Novellas

23. Non-Fiction
●This genre mainly attempts to present, to interpret, or to
describe. Writing that is based on facts. Real events and real
people
●Based on real facts and events
●Examples
○Biographies and autobiographies
○Essays
○Reports
○Journalism

24. Poetry
●Is a form of expression of meaning in a special way. Type of writing that
uses lines and stanzas rather than sentences or paragraphs to express
ideas.
●Expresses emotions and ideas using rhythm and imagery
●Can be lyrical, narrative, or dramatic
●Uses literary devices like rhyme, metaphor, and simile

25. Lyric Poetry
●A short poem
●Usually written in first person point of
view and expresses personal
thoughts/feelings
●Expresses an emotion or an idea or
describes a scene.
●Example: sonnet, elegy, ode

26. Narrative Poetry
●A type of poetry or poem that tells a story, often with characters, a
plot, and a setting
●Combines elements of fiction (like novels or short stories) with
poetic structure
●Can be long or short, and may include dialogue and action
●Examples:
•“The Epic of Biag niLam-ang”(an Ilocano epic)
•“Florante at Laura”by Francisco Balagtas
•Epic, ballad social

27. Dramatic Poetry
-Has elements that closely relate it to
drama, either because it is written in
some kind of dramatic form, or uses a
dramatic technique.
-May also suggest a story, but there is
more emphasis on character rather
than on the narrative.

28. Special Type
-Haiku
-3,5,3
-nature

29. Drama
●This involving significant human
encounters which are intended to be
performed on stage.
●Literary works written to be performed
Examples:
Plays (tragedies, comedies)Scripts for film or TV

30. Comedy
●Is a form of drama that has a happy ending. Often features
ordinary characters in funny situations.
●A genre of drama intended to entertain and amuse the audience
●Often includes humorous situations, misunderstandings, and
happy endings
●Characters may face problems, but they are usually resolved in a
light-hearted way
●Common themes: love, identity, social class, and human folly
Examples
Mga KuwentoniLola Basyang” (some versions adapted for comedic
theater)Modern komedyaor comedic stage plays and skits

31. Folklore and Oral Literature
●Traditional stories passed down verbally
●Examples:
○Myths
○Legends
○Fables
○Proverbs

32. Written works
1.What were your thoughts and ideas
the moment you read the “Biyahilo”
of Eross Atalia.
2.What is the message behind the
Dagliof ErossAtalia, That he
would like to convey to his
audience.

33. National Artists
for Literature

34. ●Nick Joaquin
○Known for: The Woman Who Had Two Navels, A Portrait of the Artist as Filipino
○Nick Joaquin’s stories reflect Filipino traditions and history by using local myths,
customs, and settings. He shows Filipino identity through characters facing cultural
changes, highlighting the country’s heritage and spirit.
○Themes: Filipino identity, history, and spirituality
○Language: English
●Carlos P. Romulo
○Known for: I Walked with Heroes, The United
○Themes: Politics, diplomacy, nationalism
○Also served as a diplomat and journalist

35. Francisco Arcellana
•Pioneer of the modern Filipino short story
in English
•Known for: The Mats, Divided by Two
F. SionilJose
•Known for: The Rosales Saga(series of
novels)
•Themes: Social injustice, poverty, and
class struggle
•Wrote in English; works translated into
many languages

36. Virgilio S. Almario (Rio Alma)
•Known for: Poetry and literary criticism
in Filipino
•Advocate of the Filipino language and
traditional poetic forms
Edith Tiempo
•First female National Artist for Literature
•Known for[‘]: Bonsai(poem), The
Builder(novel)z32t
•Style: Elegant language and moral
depth

37. Amado V. Hernandez
○Known for: Luha ng Buwaya, Isang Dipang
Langit
○Wrote socially-conscious poetry and fiction
○Also a labor leader and activist

38. •Known as the “Dean of Filipino Illustrators.”
•A National Artist for Visual Arts.
•Famous for his komiksdrawingsand
storytelling.
•His works blended Filipino culture with action,
drama, and heroism.
•Some of his famous creations include "Pedro
Penduko"and "El Indio."

39. •Pen name:Doveglion(Dove, Eagle, Lion)
•Known as:One of the greatest Filipino poets in English
•Title:National Artist for Literature (1973)
•Introduced the "comma poems"style —using commas
after every word
•Lived and studied in the United States; gained
international recognition
•Notable works: Footnote to Youth, Have Come, Am Here,
Poems 55
•Influenced many Filipino writers in both form and language
Jose Garcia Villa

40. ●Telesforo SungkitJr.
○ Region: Northern Mindanao (Higaonon)
○Writes in Cebuano and Higaononlanguages
○ Known for: Novels and poems on indigenous life and
beliefs
●WawaySaway
○Region: Bukidnon (Talaandig/Manobo)
○ Combines tribal chants with contemporary music and art
○ Advocates for indigenous rights through cultural
performance
●Merlie Alunan
○ Region: Visayas (Waray)
○ Writes poetry in Waray and English
○Promotes regional writers and local languages
●Rene Estrella Amper
○ Region: Cebuano-speaking areas in Mindanao
○Known for emotional, rural-themed poetry
●Ricardo de Ungria
○ Region: Davao/Mindanao
○ Poet and essayist; promotes creative writing in the south
○ Helped develop literature programs in Mindanao
universities
●Lina SagaralReyes
○ Region: Northern Mindanao
○ Poet and journalist
○ Focuses on indigenous identity, environment, and
women’s voices

42. ●1.__________ stories are created
from the imagination and are not
true.
a) Fiction
b) Non-fiction
c) Poetry
d) Drama
●2.__________ is a type of literature
based on real facts and events.
a) Folklore
b) Non-fiction
c) Graphic literature
d) Fiction

43. ●3.A long fictional story is called a __________.
a) Poem
b) Play
c) Novel
d) Biography
●4.__________ are literary works written to be performed on stage or
screen.
a) Essays
b) Dramas
c) Myths
d) Novellas

44. ●5.Traditional stories passed down orally, like myths and legends, are
called __________.
a) Folklore
b) Poetry
c) Comics
d) Novels
●6.A __________ is a short story told in verse form that expresses
emotions or ideas.
a) Novel
b) Poem
c) Essay
d) Biography

45. ●7.__________ combine visual art and text to tell a story.
a) Novels
b) Dramas
c) Graphic literature
d) Folklore
●8.__________ are factual accounts of a person’s life, written by
themselves.
a) Autobiographies
b) Fables
c) Plays
d) Poems

46. ●9.A __________ is a brief fictional story shorter than a novel.
a) Novella
b) Myth
c) Biography
d) Essay
●10.__________ are imaginative stories that often teach a moral lesson,
like Aesop’s tales.
a) Fables
b) Reports
c) Articles
d) Novels

47. Assignment: write in your notebook
Instructions:
Choose two (2) Filipino authorsfrom the list below:
• Nick Joaquin
• Carlos P. Romulo
• Francisco Arcellana
• F. SionilJose
• Virgilio S. Almario (Rio Alma)
• Edith Tiempo
• Amado V. Hernandez
For each author, write a short paragraph(5–7 sentences) that includes:
• A brief background
• One famous work
• The main theme or message of that work
• Why you find it interesting or important
Answer this reflection question:
Why is it important to study the works of Filipino writers in literature?
(Write 3–5 sentences.)