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The document provides an overview of literature, defining it as written, printed, or oral productions that express themes of universal interest. It classifies literature into oral and written forms, discusses the reasons for writing, and outlines the qualities of great literature. Additionally, it introduces poetry, its types, and the use of figurative language, including various figures of speech.

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LIT10 M1L1-Overview

The document provides an overview of literature, defining it as written, printed, or oral productions that express themes of universal interest. It classifies literature into oral and written forms, discusses the reasons for writing, and outlines the qualities of great literature. Additionally, it introduces poetry, its types, and the use of figurative language, including various figures of speech.

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Davao Oriental State University

Literature:
An Overview

LIT 10 - LITERATURES IN MINDANAO


MARVE SHANE MAPINOGOS
Lesson 1: Definition and
Classification of Literature
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to:
 1. Define literature; and
 2. Identify the classifications of literature.
What is Literature?
Literature is derived from the Latin “littera” which
means “letter”, which refers primarily to written texts.
Literature consists writings which recognize the
meanings of nature and life, in words of charm and
power, touched with the character of the author, in
artistic forms of permanent interest.
What is Literature?
Literature is the written, printed or oral productions of the
human mind collectively, which deals with themes of
permanent and universal interest, characterized by
creativeness and grace of expression, as poetry, fictions,
essays, etc., distinguished from works of scientific,
technical or journalistic nature (Webster Comprehensive
Dictionary, International Edition).
Types of Literature

Oral Literature Written Literature


Oral Literature
Is the literature of the ancient
periods when they did not yet
have much concern about an
enduring preservation of the
expressions of their wits and
emotions or their experiences.
Example:
Telling stories or being able to
express themselves either in the
simplest way they can or in their
kind of aesthetic sense.
Written Literature
Is one that produced from the
use of the pen by literary writer.
written literature is more
permanent than oral literature
because it remains as is.
Example:
writing poems
writing meaningful messages
humor writing
Reasons Why People Write:
For self-expression. It goes by the saying, “The mouth speaks what
the heart is full of.” Literature can be a great avenue for a person to
express what they feel or think.
To spread knowledge and information. Writing is a great way for
us not only to share information, but to learn from the
information shared by other people.
To pass on ideas and values. Preserving ideas and values can be
difficult and writing can mend to that problem. Passing on
principles can be made easy by writings.
To convey truth, accuracy, and evaluation. This allows others to
analyze, evaluate, form valid judgments, and make wise decisions.
The Qualities of Great Literature:
Permanence - Great literature has a lasting influence and can
stand though ages and may still open a new world of meaning and
experiences through different generations.
Universality - Great literature appeals to anyone, wherever,
whenever and may be constantly relevant. It deals with elemental
feelings, fundamental truths, and universal conditions.
Artistry – Great literature draws to our aesthetic sense or sense of
beauty.
Intellectual Value – Great literature stimulates the way we think.
It makes us realize fundamental truths about life and human
nature; thus, enriching our mental ability.
Davao Oriental State University

In your own view, why is


it important to study
literature?

LIT 10 - LITERATURES IN MINDANAO


MARVE SHANE MAPINOGOS
Lesson 2: Poetry
What is Poetry?
Literature in written in verse form that uses figurative
language or language that can have different meanings
from what is literally said.
Uses aesthetic and often rhythmic qualities of language
to evoke meanings and express emotions.
Expressed in regimented manner by the force of stanza,
meter, rhyme and other regulating devices
Types of Poetry

Narrative Poetry

Dramatic Poetry Lyric Poetry


Narrative Poetry
Poems that tell stories.

a. Epic - lengthy poems that tells


the stories of heroes and
considered as the oldest form of
poetry
b. Ballads - a narrative poems
means to be sung.
Dramatic Poetry
Poems that are meant to be
dramatized and acted out.

Example:
Romeo and Juliet by William
Shakespeare
Lyric Poetry
Brief poems that shows the
feelings and thoughts of the
writer.

a. Haiku - formed lines with 5-7-5


syllables per line respectively.
b. Ode - poem about high praises
and happy feelings
c. Elegy - poems about mourning
and sadness
Lyric Poetry
Brief poems that are meant to
be dramatized and acted out.

d. Sonnet - poem consisting of 14


lines with specific rhyme and
rhythmic pattern.
Example: Sonnet 18 of William
Shakespeare
e. Song - poetry that are intented
to be sung
Davao Oriental State University

Create three Haiku.

LIT 10 - LITERATURES IN MINDANAO


MARVE SHANE MAPINOGOS
Figurative Language

the use of words or phrases that mean more than their literal
definition.

expresses meaning through figures of speech (such as simile,


metaphor and personification); these appear frequently in both
literature and everyday conversation.
Figures of Speech
Simile - directly compares two things; it uses connecting words
such as “like” or “as” when making these comparisons.
Example: He was drawn to her like a moth to a flame.
Metaphor - refers to something as another thing to make us see
the similarities between them.
Example: The world is a stage.
Personification – gives human qualities to something that is not
human. This can help to create imagery, or symbolism.
Example: The flowers danced to the wind.
Figures of Speech
Hyperbole - the use of exaggeration to make a point, usually for
rhetorical effect.
Example: I’ve eaten a ton of pasta.
Alliteration - repetition of an initial consonant sound
Example: She sells sea shells by the sea shore.
Assonance – identity or similarity in sound between internal
vowels in neighboring words.
Example: No pain, no gain.
Figures of Speech
Euphemism - substitution of an inoffensive term for one
considered offensively explicit.
Example: She is vertically challenged.
Alliteration - repetition of an initial consonant sound
Example: She sells sea shells by the sea shore.
Assonance – identity or similarity in sound between internal
vowels in neighboring words.
Example: No pain, no gain.

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