Cagayan Valley History and Geography Quiz
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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?

    <p>The abundance of tagay trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What seasons are experienced in Cagayan Valley?

    <p>Dry and wet</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To convert the natives to Catholicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Aurora and the Cordillera provinces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials primarily composed the typical Ivatan house?

    <p>Stone, lime, wood, and thatch roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They evolved from cogon grass to stone construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature is NOT associated with the traditional Rahaung shelter?

    <p>A flat ceiling made of bamboo</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The interlocking stone design</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To clamp the thatch for the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The complexity of the roof structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for the first church built in Tumauini?

    <p>Francisco Nuñez</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the Tumauini church completed?

    <p>1805</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What architectural style is the Tumauini church known for?

    <p>Ultra-baroque</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Tumauini Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It is unique compared to other churches built in that era.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of columns flank the façade of Tumauini Church?

    <p>Pseudo-Corinthian columns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the Bayombong Cathedral?

    <p>It is an 18th-century Baroque Roman Catholic church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the Bayombong Cathedral originally founded?

    <p>1739</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Seasonal shelter and storage for fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Visitors must go around to see the church facade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary architectural style of Balay na Santiago?

    <p>Bahay na bato</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Red bricks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>On the main altar in a glass case</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Espadaña belfry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the first stone church constructed in Mahatao?

    <p>1787</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Baroque style</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Featuring a curved wooden ceiling with historical images</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Stone and lime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which season are Jinjin houses typically unoccupied?

    <p>Fishing season</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Gothic arches</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>41 kilometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Balay na Santiago primarily serve as today?

    <p>A barangay hall and museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Uneven thickness due to buttresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which description best fits a bahay na bato?

    <p>A stone and wood house from the colonial period</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It serves as the archbishop's seat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who initiated the construction of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

    <p>Antonio Lobato</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The deeply recessed oculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element mirrors motifs from the façade of Tuguegarao Cathedral?

    <p>The five-storey quadrilateral bell tower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What architectural style is Tuguegarao Cathedral primarily known for?

    <p>Baroque</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Blind windows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Tuguegarao Cathedral completed?

    <p>1768</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It is described as whimsical and playful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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