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English 9 - Lesson4 - Anglo-American Lit
English 9 - Lesson4 - Anglo-American Lit
(EPIC POETRY)
LESSON 3
1
TARGETS
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 2
What
Philippine Epic you
know?
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 01
3
• English Literature
- Beowulf
- The ruined City
- The history of caedmon
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 01
4
Philippine Epics
1. Hudhud 6. Indarapatra & Sulayman
2. Biag ni Lam-ang 7. Darangan
3. Ullalim 8. Bumbaran
4. Ibalon
5. Hinilawod
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 5
Features of an Epic
Heroic Protagonist
Quest or Journey
Supernatural Elements
Elevated Language
Epic Battles
Cultural Values
Moral Lessons
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 6
Structure of an Epic
Invocation of the Muse
In Medias Res
Epic Catalogs
Episodic Structure
Narrative Progression
Formal Speeches
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 7
Characteristics of an Epic
Timeless Themes
Vast Setting
Intervention of Gods
Cultural Significance
Oral Tradition
Legacy and Influence
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 8
Colossians
4:6
Let your speech always be with grace, as
though seasoned with salt, so that you will
know how you should respond to each person.
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 01
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SUMMARY
• Anglo-American Literature are pieces of literature that is a mixture of
different cultures and traditions of Germanic tribes who migrated to the
Americas.
• Beowulf is an example of an Old English Epic which is a heroic poem,
considered the highest achievement of Old English literature which also
exhibits the six common elements of epics: Super human strength and
Valor, Legendary hero, Involvement of the supernatural, Omniscient
narration, Epic style of writing, and Multiple settings.
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Anglo-American Literature
LESSON 1 10
REFERENCES
REFERENCES:
Book/s:
Arkaina, K., Estipona, M. I. B., Galvez Jr., N., Ribo, L., & Soriano, G. A. (2016).
Language in Literature: Anglo-American Literature (Revised ed.). Vibal Group Inc.
Natividad, V. R. (2020). English in Perspective: Anglo-American Literature (Vol. 2nd).
Abiva Publishing House Inc.
Milagros, L., & Serrano, J. (2018). ecas: English Communication Arts and Skills
Through Anglo-American and Philippines Literatures 9 (8th ed.). Phoenix Publishing.
Online Links:
Britannica. (2017). The Old English period. Britannica. Retrieved August 3, 2022, from
https://www.britannica.com/art/English-literature/The-Old-English-period
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Textual Aids
LESSON 1 11
11
1: Which of the following is a common element of Question 4: Which of the following is a characteristic
epics? of an epic?
A) Focus on contemporary themes
A) Legendary hero B) Limited geographical setting
B) Romantic subplots C) Disregard for cultural heritage
C) Science fiction elements D) Exploration of timeless themes
D) Modern settings
Question 5: What is a typical beginning of an epic?
Question 2: What is a feature of an epic? A) A long history of the protagonist
A) Everyday language B) A list of characters' names
B) Mundane protagonist C) Invocation of the Muse
C) Minimal conflicts D) A detailed description of the setting
D) Elevated language and grand style