Reviewing the Forms and Genres of Literature

Desired Learning Outcomes:

Recall the various literary
forms;
Determine the key
characteristics of each literary
form; and
Provide example of text for
each form or type of literature.
This form is mainly ascribed to be
composed freely. This does not have
any measurement scheme for it is
known to have a free flow of
sentences. Also, it has greater
irregularity and the language used in
this forms is ordinary for it has a
close resemblance to man’s pattern
of everyday speech.
It is the form of literature
characterized by its highly
controlled manner of choosing and
arranging language with the use or
regulating devices such for sound
and rhythm to aesthetically convey a
meaning which may call for a
specific emotional response.
 Prose
Drama
fiction

Non-
Poetry Fiction
Genres of Prose
Literature
Ascribe as the most economical means of expression
since it only uses limited number of words. Its beauty
is mainly forced by the intricate and careful use of
words, figurative expression, imagery, rhythm and
sound
Prose Fiction
 Non-Fiction
Prose
This genre mainly attempts to present, to interpret , or
to describe facts. With such, judgements, opinions, and
commentaries may be framed and expressed in the
form of essay, feature articles, editorials and the like.