The Philippine Folk Narratives Literature

Philippine Folk Narratives Literature

1. Philippine Folk Narratives

2. What are the different folk narratives in the Philippines?

3. Using a cluster chart, map out the different literary genres (that are narrative) that you are familiar with.

4. Guide Questions: Why do you think these genres are narrative? Can you give some examples of these genres? How about some examples from the Philippines?

5. ancestors ( noun ) - people from whom a person is descended Certain cultures look to their ancestors for blessings and guidance. flourish ( verb ) - to be very successful; to do very well Our aim is to develop the grit needed to flourish even under pressure. 1 2 3 Vocabulary Words supernatural ( adjective ) - unable to be explained by science or the laws of nature The science professor is not inclined to believe in supernatural phenomena.

6. myth ( noun ) - a story told in an ancient culture to explain a practice, belief, or natural occurrence One local TV show was adapted from a popular Norse myth . legend ( noun ) - a story from the past that is believed by many people but cannot be proven to be true Most aspects of the story of King Arthur have passed on into legend . 4 5 Vocabulary Words

7. Myths Stories that make use of gods, goddesses, and other fantastical creatures as characters means for our ancestors to explain the occurrence of supernatural events, the beginning of cultural traditions, and the existence of mysteries A myth may also attempt to explain the origin of the world and of the people

8. Legends Believed to be historical but cannot be verified as true Often about famous persons or events may tell of an encounter with marvelous creatures, which the folks still believe in: fairies, ghosts, water spirits, the devil, and the like

9. Folktales Prose narratives usually told to amuse or entertain Instructional in nature Deal with events set in an indefinite time and space

10. Epics A long narrative poem that describes the adventures of a hero, warrior, god, or king Influenced by the traditions, culture, beliefs, moral code, and attitudes of the people who created it

11. Characteristics of a Classical Epic Main character or protagonist is considered a hero Hero’s actions are presented without bias; the epic presents both the character’s faults and virtues Epics often involve battles, which reveal the extraordinary strength of the protagonist as he engages in acts of bravery The setting may span several countries, involve the whole world, or even be set in the universe Gods and other divine beings are portrayed as having a role in the outcome of events

12. The Sun and the Moon ( Bagobo Tradition )

13. Guide Questions What kind of folk narrative is the story? What characteristics of the story make you think so? How would you describe the characters in the story? What is the main source of conflict? How is the conflict resolved? What message does the story seem to convey?

14. Read and analyze the selection below, then answer the following questions comprehensively. Responses must be at least one paragraph long. Apo Iro of Tanyong (Tagalog Tale)

15. Short Response Questions What kind of folk narrative is the story? What characteristics of the story make you think so? Who are the characters in the story? How would you describe them? What is the main source of conflict in the story? How is the conflict resolved? What message does the story seem to convey?

16. Values Integration How can literature of old influence the way we create and consume literature at present?

17. Form groups of five. Research on other pre-colonial legends. Each group’s task is to come up with your own legend, drawing inspiration from your research. The legend must feature characteristics of Philippine pre-colonial literature, and follow the standard conventions of a story. Present your myth in a script to be submitted to your teacher. Then, perform your legend as a skit/one-act play. After each performance, the members of the audience may comment or ask questions.

18. Assignment Read and analyze the selection below, then answer the following questions comprehensively. Responses must be at least one paragraph long. Why Mosquitoes Hum and Try to Get into the Holes of Our Ears (Story from Bohol)

19. Short Response Questions What kind of folk narrative is the story? What characteristics of the story make you think so? Who are the characters in the story? How would you describe them? What is the main source of conflict in the story? How is the conflict resolved? What message does the story seem to convey?