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What is the earliest form of human shelter mentioned?
Which prehistoric site was periodically dwelt by a family 30,000 years ago?
What type of shelter followed cave dwellings in the evolution of human shelters?
What significant characteristic required for cave dwellings?
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To which ancient kingdom was the Balangay related?
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What is the approximate length of the Balangay?
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What does 'Tabon' refer to in the context of the cave?
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Which geological features are associated with Tabon Cave?
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What characterizes the construction process of rice terraces in Ifugao communities?
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What is one of the main focuses of vernacular architecture?
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Which material is NOT typically associated with Philippine vernacular architecture?
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How does the evolution of architectural patterns in ethnic domains occur?
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Which construction method is mentioned as a technique in vernacular architecture?
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What does the term 'ethnolinguistic' refer to in the context of architecture?
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What are characteristics of the Austronesian house structure?
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What aspect is BALANCED in the vernacular architecture of rice terraces?
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What is a cave known as in the context of early human dwelling?
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Which group is associated with practicing slash and burn agriculture?
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What does the term 'ephemeral architecture' refer to?
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What defines each family unit in a cave dwelling?
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What is a single-room house built on high trees known as?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of lean-to/pinanahang?
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Where are rice terraces typically found?
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What crops might have been cultivated in the prehistoric mega structure of rice terraces?
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What is the primary function of the ator in Babarey village?
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Which of the following describes the Li-im in Kankanay and Ibaloi houses?
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What is the primary purpose of the tap-an within the house?
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What distinguishes a bahay kubo from other traditional houses?
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What does the ang-an area in the Apayao house primarily serve as?
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What material is primarily used for the roof of the Kankanay and Ibaloi house?
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Which of the following best describes the pahkamang?
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What is the main structural feature of the Apayao house?
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What is the primary purpose of a Dait-dait in the Mamanua culture?
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What characteristic defines the construction of a Hawong?
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What does the term 'arboreal' imply regarding tree houses in the Philippines?
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In which area can tree houses typically be found in the Philippines?
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What is an alligang in the context of Tinguian shelters?
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Which tribe is associated with using the Hawong?
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Which descriptor best fits the Gaddang and Kalinga of Luzon?
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What purpose do the rice terraces serve in the context of the content?
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Study Notes
Cave Architecture
- Earliest form of human shelter, requiring minimal modification of the natural environment.
- Responded to natural challenges and threats from predators during the Pleistocene era.
Significant Early Shelters
- Tabon Cave: Located in Lipuun Point, Palawan; 30,000 years old, periodically inhabited by prehistoric families.
- Balangay: An impressive wooden boat used for seafaring, carbon-dated to 320 AD, integral to ancient Butuan kingdom.
- Lungib/Kweba: Early natural chamber used as a dwelling.
- Pinanahang (Lean-to): Common among Negritos, served as simple shelters reflecting a nomadic lifestyle.
Ephemeral Architecture
- Defined as structures designed to last only a short time, linked to nomadic cultures.
- Examples include tree houses and lean-tos made from local materials.
Rice Terraces
- Located in the Cordillera region, at altitudes ranging from 500 to 1600 meters.
- Significant prehistoric construction for agricultural use, especially for taro and other staples.
- Structural features include walls that can reach heights of 6 to 16 meters.
Arboreal Shelter
- Tree houses provide safety from conflicts and nocturnal raids.
- Tinguian culture utilizes shelters suited for daytime and nighttime needs.
Tree Dwellers in the Philippines
- Various ethnic groups such as Gaddang, Kalinga, Manobo, Mandaya, and others traditionally live in tree-based or elevated structures.
Rice Terraces Zoning
- Represents community planning in Ifugao culture with areas designated for specific functions.
- Emphasizes intuitive construction methods without reliance on blueprints, focusing on balance between functionality and aesthetics.
Vernacular Architecture
- Reflects indigenous building traditions across ethnic groups in the Philippines, highlighting cultural heritage.
- Materials used frequently include wood, bamboo, palm leaves, grass, and plant fibers.
Techniques in Construction
- Construction methods include post-beam constructing, jointing techniques, and the box frame method.
- Villages, referred to as Babarey, consist of various community structures including meeting places and dormitories.
Kankanay and Ibaloi Houses
- Baey/Baybayan: Square, elevated houses typically supported by thick posts, featuring steep thatched roofs.
Lowland Vernacular Dwellings
- Bahay Kubo: Named after "balai" (house) and "cubo" (cube), it represents traditional Filipino architecture.
- APAYAO houses: Elevated one-room structures with high-pitched roofs emphasizing protection from the elements.
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Explore the significance of cave dwellings as one of the earliest forms of human shelter. This quiz delves into the minimal site work required and the architectural responses to the natural environment by Pleistocene people. Discover the foundations of vernacular architecture through this engaging quiz.
