Saint Francis College

Pascual B. Gutay St., Sabang II

Allen, Northern Samar

LEARNING MODULE IN HUMANITIES 1:

21 ST
CENTURY LITERATURE FROM THE PHILIPPINES AND THE WORLD

GEOGRAPHIC,
LINGUISTIC AND
ETHNIC
DIMENSIONS OF
PHILIPPINE
LESSON 1.2 Identifying Representative Texts from the Regions
LITERARY
WEEK: MODULE 2 (Good for 1 week) HISTORY FROM
GRADE: 11- ICT, GAS, HUMSS A & B, STEM A & B
LEARNING COMPETENCIES:
PRE-COLONIAL
TO to
After going through this module, you are expected THE
accomplish the following Most Essential Learning
Competencies: CONTEMPORARY
Writing a close analysis and critical interpretation of literary texts and doing an adaptation of these require
from the learner the ability to identify:
a.) the geographic, linguistic, and ethnic dimensions of Philippine literary history from pre-colonial to the
contemporary
b.) Representative texts and authors from each region (e.g., engage in oral history research with focus on
key personalities for the students’ region/province/town)

Welcome to the 21st Century Literature 11 module on Geographic, Linguistic and Ethnic Dimensions of
Philippine Literary History from Pre-Colonial to the Contemporary.

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Teacher: Justine Camille O. Are

LESSON 1.2 Identifying Representative Texts from the Regions

I. CONCEPT

The country’s rich repertoire of literary masterpieces may be rooted in the diverse cultural heritage of the
Filipino people. They have produced varied texts because of differences. The mighty roar of the North and the
fiery temperament of the South blended well. The Filipinos speak of the collective experiences from the people
who have gone through difficulties, triumphs, struggles, successes, armed conflicts, bloodless revolutions, and
others. It is the reason why these masterpieces resonated loud and clear in the Philippine archipelago.

II. ACTIVITY/EXERCISE

 IMAGERY is a poetic element that tries to create a picture in the mind of the reader or a mental
image through the use of figural language. It represents objects, places, ideas, or even actions that
appeal to the senses of the readers.

A TASTE OF PHILIPPINE POETRY

 Located in the northwest of Luzon, the Ilocos Region or Region 1 is comprised of four provinces,
namely: Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan. It is bordered to the west by the turbulent
South China Sea, to the east by the Cordillera Administrative Region, the northeast and southeast by
Cagayan Valley and the South by Central Luzon. Most of the inhabitants of the Ilocano homeland are
concentrated along a narrow coastal plain. Because of geographical boundaries, these people often
experience heavy rains and violent typhoons, especially during rainy seasons.

 The region, then, takes pride in long stretches of white sand and clear waters alongside its rich cultural
heritage. What you are about to read is a poem written by a Carlos Palanca Memorial Awardee in
Poetry in 1964, Carlos A. Angeles. His collection of poems entitled, Stun of Jewels, also bagged him the
Republic Cultural Heritage Award in Literature in the same year.
A MOMENT OF SILENCE
 Gabu depicts a coastline in Ilocos that is constantly experiencing the battering restlessness of the sea.
The water that comes back to the shore seems furious and ruthless with its daylong bashing, which
havocs the wasteland. Being an archipelagic country, the Philippines knows the importance of water
and the sea.

A TASTE OF TAGALOG ESSAY

 More popularly known now as the CALABARZON referring to the provinces of Cavite, Laguna,
Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon, Region IV-A is home to Tagalog speaking people in the Philippines.
Recognized all over the country for their bravery and fearlessness in battles, CALABARZON has
participated actively in the country’s fight for freedom and democracy. It is home to many Philippine
heroes foremost, and among them are Rizal of Laguna, Mabini of Batangas, and Aguinaldo of Cavite.
A TASTE OF CREATIVE NONFICTION
 The island of Visayas is one of the major geographical divisions in the Philippines, the other two being
Luzon and Mindanao. It is divided into Western, Central, and Eastern Visayas. The Visayas region is
comprised of several islands circling the Visayan Sea. Its people, therefore, share a sea-based culture
and tradition that may be rooted in a strong religious foundation.

 The dwelling place of many festivals such as the Ati-Atihan, Di-nagyang, Sinulog, Pintados, and
Maskara, the Visayas may indeed be considered as one of the cradles of Philippine civilization.

Gabu by Carlos A. Angeles

The battering restlessness of the sea And neutral where the sea has Beached its brine,
Insists a tidal fury upon the beach Where the spilt salt of its heart lies spread
At Gabu, and its pure consistency Among the dark habiliments of Time. The vital
Havos the wasteland hard within its reach. splendor misses. For here, here
Brutal the daylong bashing of its heart Against the At Gabu where the ageless tide recurs All things
seascape where, for miles around, forfeited are most loved and dear.
Farther than sight itself, the rockstones part It is the sea pursues a habit of shores.
And drop into the elemental wound.
The waste of centuries is grey and dead

III. ACTIVITY & EXERCISE

SET #1
Direction: Answer the following questions.
1. What image does the poem, Gabu, try to create? creates a metaphor that represents life in the
form of a sea.

The image of the poem Gabu try to create is that when typhoon occurs, large tidal waves
rampant and devastate the life forms and the structures in that place. The image of people
suffering and the status of people living in that place.

2. Which word or group of words from the poem help you form this image? Draw this on a separate
sheet of paper. The restlessness of the sea"

SET #2
Graphic Organizer
Directions: Delve deeper into the poem Gabu by Carlos A. Angeles using the graphic organizer. You may re-
read the poem to get the details that would complete the organizer.

Title of the Text:

Author:
QUESTIONS RESPONSE
TOPIC The poem is all about the lives and status of
the residents of Gabu, a barangay in Ilocos
What is the text all about? Norte near the sea. It is being described as a
chaotic beach where people experience
sadness and, sorrow due to loss and
suffering brought by natural calamities.
SITUATION a coastline in ilocos that is
constantly experiencing the battering
What is the setting referred to or described
in the text?
restlessness of the sea.

CLIENT The target of the poem is all Filipino

readers. Filipinos particularly Ilocanos
Who is the target group of readers of the who love and care for their country
text?
or community and gives appreciation
How would you describe the group in terms for nature
of skills, values, beliefs and attitudes?

PURPOSE Its purpose is to remind us that

Why was the text written? What

does it hope to achieve especially Always
among its client?

remember that
our lives are
fleeting
 The only
constant thing
in life is
change
 Life can be
 rough, like the
sea
 But we can
believe that if
the sea can
find
that our lives are fleeting, The only constant
thing in life is change. Life can be rough, like
the sea, But we can believe that if the sea
can find
stability once it meets the shore, we can find
it too.

it is to rise awareness and

encourage people to appreciate and
take care the nature

PERSONA The voice behind this amazing poem is

Carlos A. Angeles.
Who is the voice behind the text? He was Born on May 25, 1921 in Tacloban
What is known about him or her? City,
Leyte. He Graduated from Rizal High in 1938.
His collection of poems
entitled Sun of Jewels
also bagged him
the Republic Cultural Heritage Award
in Literature

IV. EVALUATION

Short Reflection
1. In what ways can you as a Filipino reader be affected by such works (short stories in Tagalog) that
endeavor to open the minds of people on socio-political and moral issues confronting the country.
 It has an effect on the reader's perspective and comprehension of how democracy may affect our
country's growth. Filipinos are hospitable and friendly people. Short stories should be encouraged in
the Philippines because they are easily accessible to the general public. As a reader, I believe that if
they educate Filipinos about the country's sociopolitical and moral dilemmas, this literary genre should
receive widespread attention. Additionally, reading and thinking these short stories in Filipino is more
trustworthy because they reflect Filipino cultural standards. By reading this kind of literary works would
make people realize how important nature is, and make them open minded about going green.
People must rise up against chaotic administration of duterte and choose more capable
Leaders. I hope that filipino must open their eyes and minds in this coming election to
choose a leader that will guide us to the better country

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V. REFERENCES

Zaide, Gregorio F. (1970). Jose Rizal: Life, Works and Writings. Manila: Villanueva Book Store. Retrieved from
https://www.scribd.com/doc/26364271/Philippine-Literature-Pre-Spanish-Period.