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To begin with, the first stanza depicts the Philippines' natural beauty. The writer
uses the words "ginto" and "bulaklak" to express the country's attractiveness.
Similarly, the writer used the word “ganda’t dilag” to demonstrate that all Filipinas
are as attractive and beautiful as the Philippines.
Furthermore, the second stanza highlights the country's beauty and appeal, which
led to many colonists enslaving it, and the Philippines being one of the world's
most popular tourist destinations.
Finally, the chorus part of the third stanza symbolizes Filipinos' longing for
independence from the Americans by comparing the country to a free-flying bird
abruptly seized by conquerors. The lyrics "kulungin mo at umiiyak and ang dilag
magnasang makaalpas" depicts the pains and desire for liberty. These lyrics
demonstrate how a caged bird will scream and hunger for release. These figurative
lines depicted what happened when the Philippines fell under American rule.
Overall, the song's lyrics convey Filipinos' feelings, sorrows, and desires during the
American period.
ACTIVITY 2.
As a grade 12 Filipino learner, in what way you can show a sense of adaptability the
diverse Philippine Literary History? State your answer in a 3 -5 paragraph essay.