L4. PHILIPPINE LITERATURE DURING JAPANESE PERIOD

Question 1

The Japanese occupation of the Philippines lasted from ____ to ____.

Answer 1

1942, 1945

Question 2

It was marked by brutality, violence, and oppression.

Answer 2

The Japanese occupation

Question 3

How many years did the Japanese occupation last?

Answer 3

3 years

Question 4

It was often used to express resistance against the Japanese occupation, with themes of nationalism and patriotism.

Answer 4

Poetry

Question 5

It explored the human experience during wartime, portraying the struggles and hardships of ordinary Filipinos.

Answer 5

Fiction

Question 6

It was also a popular form, with plays reflecting the social and political issues of the time.

Answer 6

Drama

Question 7

It tells the story of a group of guerrillas fighting against the Japanese.

Answer 7

“The Mountain” by Aurelio Tolentino

Question 8

The play is known for its use of symbolism and allegory and is considered a classic of Philippine literature.

Answer 8

“The Mountain” by Aurelio Tolentino

Question 9

A traditional Japanese form of poetry that was popularized in the Philippines during the Japanese occupation.

Answer 9

Haiku

Question 10

In this poem, the author expresses his defiance and determination to resist the Japanese occupation.

Answer 10

“Have Come, Am Here” by Jose Garcia Villa

Question 11

“Have Come, Am Here” is one of the most noteable examples of _____________ ____________.

Answer 11

resistance literature

Question 12

This poem became a rallying cry for the resistance movement and inspired many Filipinos to join the fight for independence.

Answer 12

“Have Come, Am Here” by Jose Garcia Villa

Question 13

These authors made significant contributions to the literary canon, using their works to promote social injustice and national unity. (3)

Answer 13

Jose Garcia Villa, N.V.M. Gonzalez, and Nick Joaquin

Question 14

What are the three literary forms used in the Japanese Period?

Answer 14

• Poetry
• Drama
• Fiction