30 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type of social symbol?
Religious practices
Which symbol is commonly associated with Christianity?
Christian cross
What does the star symbol generally represent in the Islamic faith?
The guidance of Allah
Which of the following is an example of a cultural practice?
Traditional and customary practices of a particular ethnic or cultural group
Which symbol is used to represent Jewish people?
Jewish flags
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of cultural symbol?
Currency
What is a religious symbol?
An iconic representation intended to represent a specific religion or concept within a religion
Which of the following is NOT an example of a cultural practice in the Philippines?
Wearing shoes inside the house
What is the purpose of national symbols and items in the Philippines?
To create Filipino identity and promote national unity
Which of the following is NOT considered a social symbol?
Philippine Eagle
What is the relationship between cultural symbols and social status?
Cultural symbols are used to indicate one's social or economic status
Which of the following is NOT a common child-rearing practice in the Philippines?
Eating street foods for every meal
What is the currency used in the Philippines?
Philippine peso
What is the traditional Filipino way of saving money called?
Alkansya
What is the group savings practice in the Philippines called?
Paluwagan
What is the main purpose of using symbols and symbolism?
All of the above
Why are symbols and symbolism important for humankind?
All of the above
What is the significance of symbols and symbolism in Filipino culture?
They are used to communicate and preserve values
What do political symbols usually embody?
An ideology, advocacy, or group of people with same principles
In the Philippines, what does the term 'Trapo' stand for in the political context?
Traditional Politician
What does 'Palakasan system' refer to in the context of political practices?
System of nepotism or favoritism based on connections
Which category of objects best represents economic symbols?
Gold and Petroleum
What do political practices commonly involve within a state or country?
Practices related to administration, distribution, and attainment of power
What is the main characteristic of political dynasties as mentioned in the text?
Relatives or connected persons consolidating public office and political power
What is the primary function of symbols and symbolism?
To transfer culture, ideologies, or beliefs from one group to another
Which of the following statements about symbols is true?
Symbols help people understand the world by providing recognizable meanings
What is the primary characteristic of cultural symbols?
They signify the ideology of a particular culture and have meaning within that culture
Which of the following statements about symbols and symbolism is false?
Symbols have a natural relationship with the object or concept they represent
What is the primary purpose of social symbols?
To transfer culture, ideologies, or beliefs from one group to another
Which of the following statements about symbols and symbolism is true?
Symbols and symbolism have been used to create movements, spread ideas, and share advocacies that surpass time and distance
Study Notes
Cultural Symbols and Practices
- Cultural symbols are objects, figures, sounds, and colors that represent a culture or sub-culture.
- Examples of cultural symbols include:
- Christian cross, representing Christianity
- Star and crescent, representing Islam
- Jewish flags, representing Jewish people
- Cultural practices are the manifestation of a culture or sub-culture, including traditional and customary practices.
Functions of Symbols and Symbolism
- Symbols are used to transfer culture, ideologies, or beliefs from one group to another.
- Symbols preserve traditions or beliefs of a certain group of people.
- Symbols contain both "face" and "hidden" values, with the hidden value holding greater meaning and importance.
- Symbols and symbolism have been used to create movements, spread ideas, and share advocacies.
Types of Symbols
- Cultural symbols: manifestation of a particular culture that has meaning within that culture.
- Examples of cultural symbols in the Philippines:
- Philippine Eagle
- National Hero
- National Anthem
- Social symbols: used to represent social classes, social problems, and social issues.
- Economic symbols: used in production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Political symbols: used to represent a political standpoint.
Social Symbols and Practices
- Social symbols are visible, external denotations of one's social position, indicating social or economic status.
- Examples of social symbols include:
- Clothing and possessions
- Material possessions
- White dove for peace, red heart for love
- Social practices in the Philippines:
- Traditional Medical Practices (e.g. belief in "albularyo", herbal medicines)
- Religious/Spiritual Practices (e.g. Obando Festival, Feast of the Black Nazarene)
- Culinary Practices (e.g. rice 3 meals a day, Adobo, Sinigang)
- Child-rearing Practices (e.g. respectful language, obedience to parents and elders)
Political Symbols and Practices
- Political symbols are artifacts or objectifications of different political meanings, especially related to power.
- Examples of political symbols include:
- Banners
- Flags
- Mottos
- Political practices in the Philippines:
- Political Dynasties
- Filipino Clans
- Celebrities turned Politicians
- Palakasan system (getting an advantage through connections)
- Trapos (Traditional Politicians) and Catholic Church Influence
Economic Symbols and Practices
- Economic symbols represent economic standpoint and can be seen in various media, such as:
- Stock Exchange
- Money and Currency
- Gold and Petroleum
- Life Insurance
- Banking
- Examples of economic symbols:
- Philippines ₱ (Philippine peso)
- South Korea ₩ (South Korean won)
- Thailand ฿ (Thai baht)
- Economic practices in the Philippines:
- Alkansya (traditional savings using bamboo)
- Paluwagan (group savings with a money manager)
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