Ibalong Festival Origin: The Mother of All Philippine Festivals Quiz

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What is the Sublian Festival known for?

Rhythmic music of drums, trumpets, and native gongs

Colorful costumes and props

Imitating the dance of natives before Christianity (correct)

Grand street parade

What is the significance of yelling 'Pit Senior' during the festival?

Symbolizing acceptance of Christianity

Requesting for prayers and thanksgiving

Expressing gratitude to Santo Nino (correct)

Demonstrating the rejection of former religious views

Why do different groups of dancers participate in the Sublian Festival?

To celebrate the rejection of former beliefs

For prayers requests and thanksgiving (correct)

To showcase colorful attire

To imitate historical dance styles

What characterizes the Subli dance?

Performed with chanting and drums Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Subli' mean?

'Bending body forward' Signup and view all the answers

Which religious figure is honored during the Sublian Festival in Batangas?

Holy Cross of Bauan and Agoncillo and Santo Niño Signup and view all the answers

Which festival is recognized as the 'Mother of Philippine Festivals' by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts?

Ati-atihan Festival Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'Ati-atihan' in the context of the festival?

It refers to a make-believe tribe created for the festival. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of shouting 'Hala Bira!' and 'Viva Santo Nino!' during the Ati-atihan Festival?

To encourage enthusiasm and continuous dancing. Signup and view all the answers

Which festival is characterized by street dances and colorful costumes in honor of Santo Niño de Cebu?

Sinulog Festival Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of holding the Ati-atihan Festival annually every third week of January?

To coincide with a religious celebration. Signup and view all the answers

How do participants portray themselves during the Ati-atihan Festival?

As historical natives called 'Ati or Aetas'. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'Morion' refer to in the context of the Moriones Festival?

A helmet worn by Roman soldiers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'Nilupak' in the Sublian Festival?

A delicacy made from cassava, sweet potato, or banana shared during the festival Signup and view all the answers

Why did Saint Longinus regain his vision according to the text?

Drops of blood and water from Jesus Christ hit his eyes Signup and view all the answers

What was the punishment Saint Longinus faced for proclaiming the miracle according to the text?

Beheaded under Pontius Pilate's order Signup and view all the answers

In what way do Morions perceive wearing their heavy costumes during the Moriones Festival?

As a form of sacrifice due to the discomfort and challenges endured Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'Moriones' according to the text?

'Morion' means helmet used by Roman soldiers in battle Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'Kadayawan' in the context of the festival?

Celebration of a bountiful harvest Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Madayaw' mean?

Thanksgiving for nature's gift Signup and view all the answers

Which festivals featured dances and rituals of thanksgiving in the 1970s?

Kadayawan and Ibalong Festivals Signup and view all the answers

What did the Kadayawan Festival use to promote before being called Kadayawan?

'Mt. Apo', 'Durian', and 'Waling-waling' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of the Ibalong Festival in the Bicol Region?

Express friendliness, enthusiasm, and goodwill to all people Signup and view all the answers

What do people do during the Ibalong Festival in terms of costumes and masks?

Wear masks and costumes resembling heroes and villains of an epic Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Philippine Festivals

Held in Cebu, the Sinulog Festival is a cultural-religious celebration that honors Santo Niño, commemorating the Filipino rejection of their former religious views and acceptance of Christianity.
The festival features a grand street parade that imitates the native Cebuanos' dancing style before their Christian baptism.
Participants often shout "Pit Señor" while dancing, believing Santo Niño will hear their prayers and grant their wishes.

Sublian Festival

Held in Batangas, the Sublian Festival is an annual celebration on July 23rd, showcasing the Batanguenos' love for their town's patrons: the Holy Cross of Bauan and Agoncillo, and the Santo Niño of Batangas City.
The festival features street dancing, harana, indigenous people's games, and Lupakan, with the sharing of "Nilupak", a delicacy made from cassava, sweet potato, or banana.

Moriones Festival

Held in Marinduque, the Moriones Festival is a colorful folk-religious celebration during Holy Week, reenacting the story of Saint Longinus.
"Morion" means helmet, worn by Spanish soldiers during the 16th and 17th centuries, while "Moros" refers to the similar celebration in Valencia, Spain.
Participants wear Morion costumes for an entire week, only removing them to eat or sleep, as a form of sacrifice.

Kadayawan Festival

Held in Davao, the Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of thanksgiving for a good harvest, featuring parade floats of fresh fruits and flowers, and street dancing with colorful tribal costumes and accessories.
Kadayawan comes from the word "Madayaw", meaning thanksgiving for nature's gift, warm and friendly greeting, and describing things that are good, valuable, superior, and beautiful.