Philippine History Chapter 5: Local History and Museums in Mindanao Lesson 1 Quiz

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What is the meaning of the name 'Tausug'?

People of royalty

People of heritage

People of the current (correct)

People of bravery

Which group established the Sulu sultanate?

Christians

Muslims Sama

Leaders from the Sulu region (correct)

Tausug fishermen

What was the traditional living arrangement for many 'royalty' descendants?

Living in partitioned large houses

Living in large unpartitioned houses with multiple families (correct)

Living in cities and towns

Living in villages with one household per house

Before the arrival of Islam or Christianity, what system of government did the people in the Sulu Islands have?

Their own system of government Signup and view all the answers

What did the Tausugs openly welcome, leading to the establishment of the Sulu sultanate?

Islam and its system of government Signup and view all the answers

Where did leaders from the Sulu region spread Islam and its system of government?

Tawi-Tawi, Palawan, Basilan, Zamboanga, and Sabah Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for the Sama group in the Sulu Archipelago?

Badjao fishermen Signup and view all the answers

'Tausug' was derived from which words?

'Man' and 'current' Signup and view all the answers

What was the traditional living arrangement for many of the descendants of 'royalty'?

Living in unpartitioned houses with multiple families Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning behind the term 'Tausug'?

People of the current Signup and view all the answers

What role did Islam play in the establishment of the Sulu sultanate?

Introduced a new system of government Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Badjao people in the Sulu Archipelago?

A sub-group of the Sama people Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary occupations of the Tausug people before the arrival of Islam or Christianity?

Fishing and farming Signup and view all the answers

How did leaders from the Sulu region contribute to the spread of Islam and its government system?

By moving to other areas and introducing Islam Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Tausug people openly welcome Islam and its system of government?

Because of shared cultural values Signup and view all the answers

What does 'tau' mean in the Tausug language?

'Man' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Local History

Local history contains a wealth of details and stories that help reveal how societal changes impacted the lives of ordinary people.
It is a microcosm or representation of large patterns on a small scale.
Local history teaches about community and reveals the stories behind names and places.

Settlements in Cotabato City

Cotabato City was derived from the Maguindanao word "kutawato" and the Malay Bruneian word "Kota Batu", meaning "City of Stone".
Settlements started as early as 1475 and developed as the capital town of Mindanao in the 17th century under Sultan Dipatwan Qudarat.
In the 19th century, roads and wharves were constructed, giving rise to modern day Cotabato.

Geography of Mindanao

Mindanao is the second largest island in the Philippines, surrounded by the Bohol, Philippine, Celebes, and Sulu seas.
It is marked by peninsulas and is heavily indented by the Davao and Moro gulfs in the south and by Iligan Bay in the north.
The island is rugged, with faulted mountains and volcanoes, including Mount Apo, the highest peak in the Philippines.
Lake Lanao, created by a lava dam, has an area of 134 square miles (347 square km).

Economy and Resources of Mindanao

Mindanao has large expanses of undeveloped fertile land and is considered the country's "pioneer frontier".
Chief crops include corn, rice, abaca, bananas, pineapples, mangoes, and coconuts.
Cotton, ramie, coffee, and cacao are also grown, and the timber industry is important.
There are gold, nickel, iron, and coal deposits.

Ethnic Minorities in Mindanao

Mindanao has the largest concentration of ethnic minorities in the Philippines, including the Magindanao, Maranao, Ilanun, and Sangil, who are all Muslim groups.
The Tausug originated from the Sulu Islands and had their own system of government before Islam or Christianity.
The Tausug welcomed Islam and established the Sulu sultanate, spreading their system of government to other areas.
The Sama, consisting of five sub-groups, are highly dispersed in the Sulu Archipelago.

Muslims in the Philippines

Muslims are the most significant minority in the Philippines, with a distinct culture influenced by Islam.
Their creed is simple: "There is no god but the God; Mohammed is His messenger."
They have traditionally been fishermen and farmers, living in villages with large families.
Their culture has been shaped by Islam and is different from that of Christian Filipinos.

Museums

Natural history and natural science museums exhibit objects from the natural world.
Science and technology museums exhibit the development and application of scientific ideas and instrumentation.
Local museums reflect the natural and human history, traditions, and creative spirit of the area.

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Test your knowledge of local history, museums, and cultural communities in Mindanao with this quiz based on Readings in Philippine History Chapter 5. Learn about the significance of local history in understanding societal changes and community dynamics.