Philippine Folk Dance Quiz
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What is the main theme of the Pasiguin folk dance?

  • Celebration of harvest
  • Marriage ceremonies
  • Fisherman catching fish with a net (correct)
  • Rituals for the dead

    • Which of the following dances specifically shows the process of coconut wine extraction?

  • Makonggo
  • Pasiguin
  • Dugsu
  • Mananguete (correct)

    • Who is known as the 'Mother of Philippine Folk Dancing'?

  • Rita Ramos
  • Maria Clara
  • Francisca Reyes Aquino (correct)
  • Margaret Sutherland

    • What is the classification of Dugsu dance?

    <p>Religious/Ceremonial dance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which folk dance is inspired by a French dance master?

    <p>Rigodon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dance is the Makonggo?

    <p>Comic dance displaying humorous movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not a characteristic of national dances in the Philippines?

    <p>Rooted in a specific region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance is related to funny movements for entertainment?

    <p>Makonggo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Sagayan dance?

    <p>To demonstrate a fight between Moros and Christians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of movements are characterized by the Pandanggo sa Ilaw dance?

    <p>Fast and energetic movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following dances uses coconut shells as part of the performance?

    <p>Maglalatik</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region of the Philippines was the Kuratsa dance particularly popular?

    <p>Visayas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of formation is typically used in the Rigodon dance?

    <p>Square formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the movement in the dance Tinikling primarily involve?

    <p>Jumping over bamboo poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The dance Sayaw sa Bangko is associated with which Philippine province?

    <p>Pangasinan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the predominant movements in the dance Carinosa?

    <p>Consistently moderate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Kinoton primarily about?

    <p>The actions of a person bitten by ants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance is associated with the Spanish region of Aragon?

    <p>Jota</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the dance Tinikling involve?

    <p>Jumping over bamboo poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of life do occupational dances depict?

    <p>Everyday activities related to specific jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance is traditionally performed during wedding festivities?

    <p>Maglalatik</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines courtship dances?

    <p>They showcase playful and flirtatious movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Kadang-Kadang is known for its emphasis on which of the following?

    <p>Jumps and timing around poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of war dances?

    <p>Imagery of combat and conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What traditional occasion is the Binaylan dance performed?

    <p>Christmas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance is characterized by movements mimicking a duck?

    <p>Itik-itik</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Subli' derive from?

    <p>Two Tagalog words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dugso is performed for which purpose?

    <p>Thanksgiving and appeasement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common attribute of folk dances compared to ethnic or tribal dances?

    <p>Performed for entertainment purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Dugso dance involve being placed in the center of the performance area?

    <p>A fire or food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Binaylan dance originates from which tribal group?

    <p>Higaonon and Agusanon Manobo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following dances is performed solemnly because it is part of a ritual?

    <p>Dugso</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the National Dance of the Philippines?

    <p>Cariñosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance mimics the movements of 'tikling birds'?

    <p>Tinikling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of glasses in Binasuan?

    <p>They are balanced while dancing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of performance is Sakuting?

    <p>An all-male dance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dance involves flirtatious movements with fans and handkerchiefs?

    <p>Cariñosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Binanog symbolize in its performance?

    <p>The movement of an eagle or hawk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did the dance Tinikling originate?

    <p>Leyte Province</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cultural aspect does Cariñosa represent?

    <p>Social courtship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Folk Dance

    • Folk dances are dances that reflect the culture and people of a region.
    • They are passed down through generations.
    • Francisca Reyes Aquino, known as the "Mother of Philippine Folk Dancing", played a crucial role in preserving and promoting folk dances.
    • She received the "Philippine Republic Award of Merit" and founded the Philippine Folk Dance Society.

    ### Classification of Philippine Dances

    • Geographical Classification:
      • National Dances: Found throughout the Philippines with minimal variations. Examples include Rigodon (French origin), Carinosa (Hispanic origin), and Jota (Spanish origin).
      • Local/Regional Dances: Found in specific regions or areas. Example: Tinikling (bamboo dance), originated in Leyte
    • Nature of Philippine Folk Dance:
      • Occupational Dances: Depict actions of particular occupations. Example: Pasiguin – a folkdance interpreting about a fisherman trying to catch fish with the use of sibot (fishnet), not knowing it has a big hole in it.
      • Religious/Ceremonial Dances: Associated with religion, vows, and ceremonies. Example: Dugsu, a ceremonial dance of the Manobo people in Bukidnon, Agusan, and Misamis Oriental.
      • Comic Dances: Depict funny movements for entertainment. Examples: Makonggo (mimics a monkey), Kinoton (depicts a person bitten by ants).
      • Game Dances: Include elements of traditional Philippine games. Example: Kadang-Kadang – dancers move in and out of poles, jumping and stepping to the rhythm.
      • Wedding Dances: Performed during wedding celebrations. Example: Pantomina, a traditional Bicol dance also known as "the Dance of Love."
      • Courtship Dances: Depict courtship rituals. Example: Kuratsa, originated in the Visayan region, portrays a playful couple trying to get each other's attention.
      • War Dances: Represent imagery of combat. Example: Maglalatik, a mock war dance that portrays a fight between the Moros and Christians over the prized latik or coconut meat.

    Movements in Folk Dances

    • Active: Fast and energetic movements. Example: Pandanggo, Maglalatik
    • Moderate: Example: Carinosa
    • Slow: Example: Pasakat, Amorosa
    • Slow and Fast: Example: Putritos, Habanera

    Formation in Folk Dances

    • Square: Example: Rigodon
    • Long Formation: Dancers form two or more parallel lines.
    • Set: Consists of two or more pairs as a unit.

    ### Popular Philippine Folk Dances

    • Cariñosa: National Dance of the Philippines, Hispanic in origin. Depicts courtship between two sweethearts.
    • Tinikling: Mimics the movements of "tikling birds" hopping over bamboo poles.
    • Maglalatik: From Laguna province, a mock war dance that showcases a battle for coconut meat using coconut shells.
    • Pandanggo sa Ilaw: Originated in Mindoro, simulates fireflies at dusk and night. Requires excellent balance skills to maintain stability with three "tinggoy" (oil lamps) placed on the head and hands.
    • Kuratsa: Spanish-influenced dance popular in the Visayas. Portrays a playful couple trying to get each other's attention.
    • Sayaw sa Bangko: Performed by a couple on a narrow bench, inching and hopping from one end to another. Shows skill in balancing while moving around the bench, and sometimes involves the girl being thrown in the air.
    • Binasuan: From Pangasinan province, means "with the use of drinking glasses". Dancers balance glasses filled with rice wine on their heads and hands while dancing.
    • Sakuting: From Abra province, originally an all-male dance, depicts a mock fight between Ilocano Christians and non-Christians using sticks.
    • Itik-itik: Popular among Visayan settlers in Surigao del Norte. The steps mimic the movements of a duck.
    • Subli: A ceremonial worship dance performed as a tribute to the Holy Cross.

    ### Difference Between Folk Dance and Ethnic/Tribal Dance

    • Folk dance: reflects the culture and traditions of a particular region and is passed down through many generations.
    • Ethnic/Tribal Dances: Are dances specific to a certain indigenous tribe and are often rooted in spirituality, rituals, and ceremonies.

    Ethnic Dances in the Philippines

    • Binanog: Features the movements of an eagle or hawk, often accompanied by the beating of bamboo and gongs. Originated in the Panay-Bukidnon community in Panay Island.
    • Binaylan: A Higaonon and Agusanon Manobo tribal dance that depicts the movement of a hawk, a hen, and her chicks.
    • Dugso: A solemn and reverent dance performed by the Manobo tribe.

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    Test your knowledge on Philippine folk dances and their classifications. Learn about the significant contributions of Francisca Reyes Aquino and explore the various national and regional dances in the Philippines. Dive into the cultural significance of each dance form and discover the stories they tell.

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