Filipino and Asian Family Traditions

Which tradition involves Filipino families praying together in front of an altar when church bells ring?

What do Filipino Muslim families celebrate at the end of Ramadan?

Which of the following is NOT a national symbol of the Philippines?

What does the color red in the Philippine flag symbolize?

Which Filipino national holiday commemorates the death of Jose Rizal?

During which festival do Chinese families typically eat moon cake together?

What symbolizes the resilience and perseverance of Filipinos in the national symbols?

Which national hero is known for his writings against Spanish colonialism?

Filipino Family Traditions

Filipino Catholics pray the Orasyon (Angelus) when church bells ring
Simbang Gabi is a series of pre-Christmas masses
Christmas celebrations include the birth of Jesus Christ
Undas honors deceased loved ones with flowers and offerings

Filipino Muslim Families

Salah are the daily prayer times
Eid-al-Fitr is a month-long period of fasting and prayer concluding with festivities
Eid-al-Adha is an Islamic festival centered on sacrifice

Chinese Families

Lunar New Year is celebrated with food, fireworks, and red envelopes of money
Moon Cake Festival families eat mooncakes together

National Symbols of the Philippines

Flag:
- Blue represents peace and hope
- Red represents courage, patriotism, and sacrifice
- White represents liberty, purity, and equality
- Three golden stars (Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao)
National Anthem: "Lupang Hinirang", a symbol of unity and patriotism, composed by Julian Felipe
National Language: Filipino, based on Tagalog

Additional National Symbols

National Bird: Philippine Eagle (Haribon) – symbol of strength, freedom, and national pride.
National Land Animal: Carabao – used for hard work and resilience.
National Flower: Sampaguita – represents purity, humility, and grace.
National Tree: Narra – represents resilience and perseverance.
National Heroes: Dr. Jose Rizal (wrote Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo), Andres Bonifacio (Leader of Katipunan), and Apolinario Mabini.

Explore the rich cultural practices of Filipino, Filipino Muslim, and Chinese families. This quiz covers various traditions such as prayer rituals, major festivals, and national symbols, shedding light on the unique celebrations that define these communities. Test your knowledge and learn more about the significant values upheld in these families.