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Where is the bayanihan spirit, famous in Filipino culture, said to have been taken from?
Malay forefathers
Which foreign country introduced Christianity to the Philippines in the 16th century?
Spain
What is considered the unofficial language of the Philippines, alongside Pilipino?
English
Who were the principal peoples of the Philippine archipelago in pre-historic and ancient times according to the text?
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Which civilizations influenced the pre-colonial Philippines according to the text?
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What is a major factor that distinguishes the Filipino character according to the text?
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What brought a more advanced culture to the Philippines around 2300 years ago?
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Who argued that early Filipinos lived in 'backwardness' but actually had their own unique practices and customs?
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What was the system of marriage custom among ancient Filipinos like?
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According to activist nun Mary John Mananzan, what rights did pre-colonial Filipino women enjoy?
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Which group is believed to have introduced formal farming and building techniques to the Philippines?
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What did ancient Filipinos practice to indicate nobility?
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