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Filipinoness is expressed in its 'little-traditional' forms in the home and local ______.
Filipinoness is expressed in its 'little-traditional' forms in the home and local ______.
community
The Filipino people should be ______-oriented.
The Filipino people should be ______-oriented.
progress
American ______ penetrated Philippine culture and institutions.
American ______ penetrated Philippine culture and institutions.
imperialism
There are activities to spur ______ however education is both lacking and packaged with disconnects.
There are activities to spur ______ however education is both lacking and packaged with disconnects.
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The focus of public life is often on outstanding ______, rather than the public interest.
The focus of public life is often on outstanding ______, rather than the public interest.
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Philippine society is hemorrhaging from ______, mostly to the United States.
Philippine society is hemorrhaging from ______, mostly to the United States.
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Because of the chasm between cultural and political life, the state resolutely fails to express the ______.
Because of the chasm between cultural and political life, the state resolutely fails to express the ______.
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The middle class is not immune to focus on ______, status and power.
The middle class is not immune to focus on ______, status and power.
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Study Notes
Filipino Identity
- Filipinos are Roman Catholic, English-speaking, Malay, with Spanish names, and have a preference for Chinese food
- Modern, American-educated Filipinos should be progress-oriented
Problem of Nationhood
- American imperialism significantly impacted Philippine culture, institutions, and social life
- There's a lack of sympathy for government
- Values formation and education are questioned
Filipino Way
- Enthusiasm for celebrating national holidays contrasts with enthusiasm for showcasing Filipino culture and Pinoy civilization
- Filipino identity is expressed in "little-traditional" home and community practices
Middle Class
- The middle class prioritizes wealth, status, and power, hindering national development
- Nationalist activities exist but are hampered by inadequate and incongruent education
Civil Society and the Public
- Citizens must contend with the oligarchy, which necessitates both personal responsibility and societal contribution
- High emigration rates, primarily to the US, affect Filipino society
Individual-Centeredness
- Public life in the Philippines focuses on prominent individuals rather than intangible concepts like "the public interest"
- Other factors contributing to this include globalization, technology, status, wealth, and power
Activity: School - History - Identity
- Discussion questions for students about Filipino identity:
- How did elementary/high school shape their understanding of Filipino identity?
- What is their favorite Filipino event?
- Why are they proud to be Filipino?
- Would they change citizenship if given the opportunity?
Thought
- The state struggles to express national identity due to the gap between cultural and political life
- The concept of nationhood is fundamentally cultural and centered on shared belonging in a diverse society
- The school curriculum's attempts to instill national unity are often ineffective and ultimately fail
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This quiz explores the complex facets of Filipino identity, including cultural influences, the effects of American imperialism, and the role of the middle class in national development. It examines how traditional values inform Filipino practices and the challenges faced by civil society. Test your knowledge on these important aspects of the Philippines!
