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Traditional Filipino Games: Holen/Jolen (Marble Playing)

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What is the primary objective of the player in Holen/Jolen?

To knock the opponent's holen out of the circle (correct)

To draw a perfect circle

To collect as many marbles as possible

To decide who goes first

What materials were used to make marbles in ancient times?

Metal, rubber, and fabric

Glass, china, and marble chips

Stones, clay balls, bones, and fruit pits (correct)

Wood, paper, and plastic

How do players decide who goes first in Holen/Jolen?

By randomly selecting a player

By drawing a line around 10 feet away

By shooting or rolling their holen towards a line (correct)

By rolling a die

What is the purpose of the 'shooter holen' in Holen/Jolen?

To knock the opponent's holen out of the circle Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the marbles won during the game in 'for keeps' mode?

They are kept by the winner Signup and view all the answers

Where can Holen/Jolen be played?

Both indoor and outdoor Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the marbles used in ancient times and those used today?

The ancient marbles were made of different materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the circle drawn on the ground to play Holen/Jolen?

Holen ring Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of agreeing on the number of holen to be placed at the center of the circle?

To ensure fairness among players Signup and view all the answers

In what way do players typically settle disputes about who goes first in Holen/Jolen?

By doing Jack en Poy or tossing a coin Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the line drawn 10 feet away from the circle in Holen/Jolen?

It is used to decide who goes first Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the holen that are knocked out of the circle during the game?

They are returned to the owner if not playing 'for keeps' Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the marbles used to play Holen/Jolen?

Holen Signup and view all the answers

In what way can the holen be arranged inside the circle at the start of the game?

Randomly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the chalk in Holen/Jolen?

To draw the circle on the ground Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'shooter holen' being chosen at the start of the game?

It is used to knock the opponent's holen out of the circle Signup and view all the answers