a poem of free verse that the Japanese like. It was made up of 17 syllables divided into three lines.

TRAGEDY- It shows the hero constantly struggling against dynamic forces.

fierce clash fought in the Philippines on 27 April 1521.

It comes from the Greek word litera, meaning letter.

Gives actual facts and information.

is a discourse which uses sentences and paragraphs to express ideas, feelings and actions.

These can be considered as the oldest forms of Philippine literature that mirror the culture which expresses hopes, aspirations, lifestyles, and emotions of early Filipinos.

Refers to writings in verse, with rhythm and rhyme and characterized by melodious tone

It is poetry of festivity or revelry. It is intended to amuse the readers of listeners.

It is a poetry that tells a story.

It portrays imaginary people caught in imaginary situations.