The Filipino Culture Before Conquest
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Who is known as the creator in the Filipino culture, according to Animism?

Bathala Maycapal

What is the name of the vessel used for sailing in ancient pre-colonial Philippines?

  • Biroco
  • Balangay (correct)
  • Binitan
  • Virey

What is the earliest known writing system used by Filipinos?

Baybayin

What was the main source of livelihood for the pre-colonial Filipinos?

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In the pre-colonial Philippines, there was a single, unified government across the entire archipelago.

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What is the name of the female priestess who conducted marriage ceremonies in the pre-colonial Philippines?

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Which of these is NOT a type of ancient vessel used in the pre-colonial Philippines?

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What is the name of the oldest copper plate discovered in the Philippines and what year is it dated?

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Who was responsible for announcing laws to the barangay in pre-colonial Philippines?

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Which of the following is a reason why Filipinos often settled near water?

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What are the two major types of spirits in the pre-colonial Filipino religion?

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Which of the following is a form of traditional ornamentation worn by pre-colonial Filipino men?

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What is the standard practice of mourning in the Tagalog region of the Philippines?

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What is the name given to a dead person by their community in some parts of the Philippines?

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Flashcards

Wave Migration Theory

A theory suggesting that Filipinos originated from different groups of people who migrated to the Philippines in waves, beginning with Pygmies, followed by Indonesians (A and B), and lastly, the Malays.

Landa Jocano's Theory of a Single Unitary System

A theory proposed by Landa Jocano, suggesting that Philippine society developed independently as a singular unit, not as an extension of Southeast Asian cultures.

Solheim's Theory / Austronesian Origins

A theory that suggests Filipinos have Austronesian roots and spread across Southeast Asia and Oceania using boats. Evidence includes the discovery of various boat types in different Austronesian cultures.

Tabon Man

The first fossilized human remains in the Philippines, discovered in Tabon Cave, Palawan, dating back 20,000-22,000 years.

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Callao Man

The earliest human remains found in the Philippines, discovered in Callao Cave, Cagayan, dating back 67,000 years.

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Barangay

A pre-colonial Filipino settlement consisting of 30-100 families, led by a chieftain.

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Datu

The leader of a barangay, often called Gat or Raja, with patriarchal power.

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Ancient Filipino Houses

A traditional Filipino house made of wood, bamboo, nipa, or cogon grass.

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Batalan

An area in a traditional Filipino house used for storing water and washing.

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Silong

An area in a traditional Filipino house used for storing rice, firewood, and animals.

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Barangay Laws

Laws, often passed orally or in writing, aimed at maintaining peace and order within a barangay.

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Umalohokan

The person responsible for announcing laws or legal decisions to the barangay.

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Ordeal Trials

A traditional Filipino trial method involving walking across hot coals or other physical tests. It was believed that divine intervention would protect the innocent.

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Bahag

A traditional Filipino clothing item worn by men, a piece of cloth wrapped around the waist.

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Kanggan

A type of traditional Filipino shirt worn by men, typically collarless and short-sleeved.

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Putong

A traditional Filipino headdress worn by men, made of a piece of cloth wrapped around the head.

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Kalombigas

A type of traditional Filipino jewelry, gold armlets worn by men.

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Baro or Camisa

A traditional Filipino blouse worn by women, typically with wide sleeves.

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Tapis/Saya (Tagalog) or Patadyong (Visayas)

A traditional Filipino skirt. Two different versions existed, one called Tapis worn by Tagalog women, and the other called Patadyong worn by Visayan women. Both were made of colorful cloth.

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Social Classes

A pre-colonial Filipino social class system consisting of three levels: Maharlika (nobles), Timawa (freemen), and Alipin (slaves).

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Maharlika

The highest social class in pre-colonial Filipino society, consisting of nobles and leaders.

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Timawa

The middle social class in pre-colonial Filipino society, consisting of freemen who were either born free or gained freedom from slavery.

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Alipin

The lowest social class in pre-colonial Filipino society, consisting of slaves who were either born into slavery or became slaves due to debt or other circumstances.

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Aliping Namamahay

A class of slaves who had their own property, could not be sold, could marry without permission of their master, and had responsibilities like farming and construction.

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Aliping Sagigilid

A class of slaves who lived in their master's kitchen, could not marry without permission, could be sold, and had limited rights.

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Courtship

The process of finding a spouse, often involving courtship rituals and negotiations between families.

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Bigay-Kaya

A dowry that the groom's family was required to give to the bride's family, consisting of land, gold, or slaves.

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Bigay-Suso

A payment made to the bride's mother for her efforts in raising her.

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Himaraw

A payment made to the bride's family for the expenses they incurred in feeding her during childhood.

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Pamamalae/Pamumulungan

A ceremony that sealed the marriage agreement between the parents of the bride and groom.

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Babaylan/Catalona

A native priestess who performed marriage ceremonies.

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The Filipino Before The Conquest

  • This presentation covers topics about the origins and culture of Filipinos before colonization.
  • Specific topics included: origins of the Filipino race, early Philippine communities, Filipino dressing and ornamentation, social classes, courtship and marriage customs, the early Filipino family, economic activities, religious beliefs and practices, early Filipino government, and early Philippine language and writing.

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