Philippine Culture and Humor

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What enables Filipinos to remain unfazed by uncertainty or lack of information?

Sense of humor and playfulness

Emotional balance and optimism

Capacity for hard work

Tolerance for ambiguity (correct)

What is a key aspect of the Filipino approach to coping with life's ups and downs?

A tendency to worry and get anxious

A focus on planning and preparation

A strong sense of faith and religiosity

Laughing at ourselves and our troubles (correct)

What is a characteristic of Filipinos that enables them to survive and thrive in challenging circumstances?

A capacity to adapt and adjust to circumstances (correct)

A tendency to give up easily

A strong sense of disrespect for power and office

A focus on material wealth and success

What is a key aspect of Filipino creativity and resourcefulness?

The ability to improvise and make use of whatever is at hand Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in enabling Filipinos to work hard and be productive?

Proper conditions and support Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the Filipino spirit that contributes to their indomitability?

A sense of optimism and resilience Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Filipinos that enables them to endure difficult times and make do with limited resources?

Ability to survive Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the Filipino mindset of identifying with one's family and relatives?

Kami mentality Signup and view all the answers

According to Fr. Vitaliano Gorospe, what is the term for the way of thinking that prioritizes the group over individual interests?

Group-centeredness Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the Filipino ability to survive in harsh economic and social circumstances?

A lack of resourcefulness in better circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What determines what is right or wrong for an individual in the Filipino moral context?

In-group determination Signup and view all the answers

What is the common theme among the studies of Filipino moral character conducted by Fr. Jaime Bulatao, Fr. Leonardo Mercado, Fr. Francis Senden, and Fr. Vitaliano Gorospe?

The Filipino moral character in relation to in-group dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What motivates Filipinos to work hard and strive for a better life?

Their desire to possess the essentials of a decent life for their family Signup and view all the answers

What enables Filipinos to genuinely accept reality and tragedy?

Their innate religiosity and faith in God Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the Filipino's faith and religiosity?

Courage, daring, and optimism Signup and view all the answers

What is 'bahala na' positively viewed as?

A reservoir of psychic energy and psychological support Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the Filipino's religiosity?

A deep faith in God and prayer as an important part of daily life Signup and view all the answers

What enables Filipinos to act despite uncertainty?

Their faith and religiosity, particularly 'bahala na' Signup and view all the answers