LG#2 : Representative Texts From Different Regions In The Philippines (1st Grading Period)

Question 1

It is the birthplace of Philippine culture and is home to various ethno-linguistic groups such as Ilocano, Kapampangan, Bicolano, Tagalog, and Pangasinense.

Answer 1

Luzon

Question 2

It also known as Metro Manila, played a significant role in the country’s history and development.

• Noted literary works from NCR highlight the oppression of the Spaniards. (“Ang Dapat Mabatid ng Mga Tagalog” by Andres Bonifacio exposed the injustices of Spanish colonial rule)
• The Filipino sense of rootedness and love for their country.(“Aking Bayan” by Jose Corazon de Jesus became the lyric of a famous song entitled Bayan Ko (1929); and
• The effects of modernity and progress on human relationships. (The Wound
  and the Scar (1937) by Arturo B. Rotor is a collection of short stories, which was about the people in the city depicting their increasing alienation and rendering of human relationships).

Answer 2

National Capital Region

Question 3

Ilocano and Pangasinense, the two prominent ethno-linguistic groups in this region, have rich oral literature traditions; one of Ilocano’s well-known pieces is the epic “Biag ni Lam-ang” written down by Pedro Bukaneg, and Pangasinense works featuring characters like Princess Urduja, Juan de la Cruz Palaris, and Andres Malong.

Answer 3

Region I (Ilocos Region)