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Which historical figure is noted for arriving in Cagayan in 1581 with soldiers and their families?

  • Gonzalo Ronquillo de Peñaloza
  • Captain Diego Silang
  • Captain Juan Pablo Carreon (correct)
  • Fr. Julian Malumbres

What geological formations are predominant in the bedrock foundation of Cagayan?

  • Clay and chalk
  • Marble and volcanic tuff
  • Shale, sandstone, siltstone, and limestone (correct)
  • Granite and basalt

Which mountain ranges border the Cagayan Valley?

  • Central Luzon and Caraballo
  • Bataan and Mindoro
  • Zambales and Sierra Madre
  • West-Cordillera and Sierra Madre (correct)

What does the name 'Cagayan' derive from?

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What seasons are experienced in Cagayan Valley?

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What was one of the main purposes of the expeditionary force sent to Cagayan Valley?

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Which provinces were included in the larger territory of Provincia de Cagayan during the Spanish era?

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What materials primarily composed the typical Ivatan house?

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How did the construction of Ivatan houses change after the arrival of the Spanish?

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Which feature is NOT associated with the traditional Rahaung shelter?

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What structural element allows for a larger floor area in Ivatan houses?

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What was the purpose of using reeds in the Rahaung shelter's construction?

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What major design feature differentiates the Rahaung from its predecessor, the kamadid?

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Who was responsible for the first church built in Tumauini?

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In what year was the Tumauini church completed?

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What architectural style is the Tumauini church known for?

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Which church features a unique cylindrical belfry from the Spanish colonial era?

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What is the significance of the circular pediment in Tumauini's façade?

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What type of columns flank the façade of Tumauini Church?

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Which of the following describes the Bayombong Cathedral?

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What year was the Bayombong Cathedral originally founded?

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What is the primary function of Jinjin houses in fishing villages?

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What is distinctive about the entrance of the Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat?

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What is the primary architectural style of Balay na Santiago?

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What material is primarily used in the construction of the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat?

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Where is the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary located in the Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat?

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What notable feature is located on top of Mahatao Church's facade?

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When was the first stone church constructed in Mahatao?

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What type of architectural style is Saint Matthias Parish Church known for?

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How is the interior of the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat designed?

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What materials were commonly used in the construction of Mahatao Church?

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During which season are Jinjin houses typically unoccupied?

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Which detail is NOT associated with the interiors of Mahatao Church?

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What is the approximate distance of the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat from Tuguegarao City?

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What does Balay na Santiago primarily serve as today?

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What architectural evolution is evident in the wall thickness of Mahatao Church?

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Which description best fits a bahay na bato?

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What is the main reason the Tuguegarao Cathedral is referred to as a 'Cathedral'?

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Who initiated the construction of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

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What architectural feature is emphasized as the main focal point of the façade of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

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Which element mirrors motifs from the façade of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

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What architectural style is Tuguegarao Cathedral primarily known for?

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What type of design elements are featured on the bell tower of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

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When was the Tuguegarao Cathedral completed?

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What is one notable characteristic of the façade of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

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Flashcards

Spanish Expeditionary Force in Cagayan Valley

Spanish force sent to Cagayan Valley to expand Catholic influence and establish settlements.

Provincia de Cagayan (historical)

Larger territory encompassing current Cagayan Valley provinces and parts of Cordillera and Aurora.

Ivatan House (Batanes)

Traditional Batanes house built with stone, lime, wood, and cogon thatch; features a two-story design.

Ivatan House (pre-Spanish)

Earlier Ivatan houses were simple, smaller, and built with cogon for protection from strong winds.

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Rahaung Shelter

A type of shelter evolved from primitive structures; features an A-frame roof elevated on posts, often layered thatch and reeds.

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Cagayan Valley Region

Region II in the northeastern part of Luzon, Philippines, encompassing Isabela, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Batanes, and parts of Kalinga and Apayao.

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Spanish Colonial Period

The time period when Spain controlled the Philippines (roughly 1565 to 1898).

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Cagayan River

A significant river in the Cagayan Valley Region.

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Catagayan

The place name before 'Cagayan', derived from the abundance of tagay trees near the river's mouth.

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Geographical Features (Cagayan Valley)

The natural features including the Cordillera and Sierra Madre mountain ranges, Caraballo Mountains, and Luzon Strait.

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Geological Formation (Cagayan Valley)

The valley's bedrock is mostly sedimentary rock from the Miocene to Pliocene eras, consisting of shale, sandstone, siltstone, and limestone.

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Climatic Conditions (Cagayan Valley)

Two seasons: dry (December-May), wet (rest of the year); high altitude contributes to greater seasonal variations than other areas.

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Captain Juan Pablo Carreon

Spanish officer who led a group of soldiers and families to Cagayan in 1581, marking significant Spanish colonization in the area.

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Land Area (Cagayan Valley)

26,388 square kilometers (approx).

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Jinjin House

A multi-purpose shelter in the Philippines, commonly used by fishermen, as temporary housing or storage during fishing seasons.

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Basilica of Our Lady of Piat

A 16th-century Roman Catholic minor basilica in Piat, Cagayan, Philippines, featuring a unique entrance arch and a simple facade

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Saint Matthias Parish Church

A Roman Catholic church in Tumauini, Isabela, Philippines known for its brick Baroque-style architecture.

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Saint Matthias Parish Church

A Catholic church in the Philippines, independent from Cabagan since 1751, featuring a unique cylindrical belfry.

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Tumauini Church

An ultra-baroque church in the Philippines, notable for its red bricks.

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Tumauini Church Construction

The church was built gradually, starting in 1707 and completed in 1805, from light materials.

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Bayombong Cathedral

An 18th-century Baroque Catholic church in Bayombong, the seat of the Diocese of Bayombong.

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Bayombong Cathedral Facade

The facade is divided into four sections by cornices, with two windows and an oculus.

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Bayombong Cathedral foundation

Founded in 1739 by Augustinian Friars of Spain.

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Tuguegarao Cathedral

An 18th-century Baroque Roman Catholic church in Tuguegarao, Philippines.

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Baroque architecture

A style of ornate European architecture, often using rich detail.

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Bell Tower

A tower on a church used to house bells.

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Pilasters with Solomonic Design

Decorative pillars with a spiral design, mirroring the façade.

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Façade

The front of a building.

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Oculus

A large, round opening in a wall or roof.

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Repeated motifs

Decorative elements consistently used on a structure.

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Semicircular Arch Windows

Windows with a curved top, often part of a building's facade.

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Mahatao Church

A stone church in Batanes, Philippines, built in 1787.

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Bahay na Bato

A traditional Filipino house, common during the Spanish colonial period and built from stone and wood.

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Balay na Santiago

Barangay hall transformed into a museum in the Philippines.

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Philippine Vernacular Architecture

Traditional Filipino building styles unique to the islands.

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Tuguegarao Cathedral

Main retablo houses images of Saint Charles Borromeo. Interior decorated in Baroque style.

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Baroque Style

An ornate European style of art and architecture, often characterized by elaborate details.

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Modern Bahay na Bato

Contemporary interpretation of the Bahay na Bato style.

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