Philippine Music History and Culture Quiz

Questions and Answers

Match the following Philippine regions with their main group of population:

Luzon = Christian groups Visayan islands = Christian groups Mindanao islands = Muslim groups Palawan = Indigenous religion groups

Match the following areas with their predominant cultural influences:

Lowlands of Luzon and the Visayan islands = Spanish and American influences Upland northern Luzon, Mindanao and Palawan = Indigenous cultural influences Urban areas = Spanish and American influences Highland and lowland hamlets = Strong Asian elements

Match the following music divisions with their descriptions:

Indigenous music = Old Asian influenced music Religious and secular music = Influenced by Spanish and European forms American/European inspired music = Classical, semi-classical, and popular music Spanish influenced music = Religious and secular music

Match the following Philippine areas with their concentration of population groups:

<p>Lowlands of Luzon and the Visayan islands = Christian groups Upland northern Luzon, Mindanao and Palawan = Indigenous religion groups Mindanao, the Sulu islands and southern Palawan = Muslim groups Urban areas = Mix of influences from Spanish, American, and indigenous cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following periods of influence with the corresponding ruling power:

<p>333 years = Spanish rule 45 years = American domination 77 provinces grouped into 16 regions = Geographical structure 7,100 islands = Archipelago of the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Philippine Regions and Population Groups

Luzon: Tagalog, Ilocano, and Pangasinan
Visayas: Cebuano, Waray, and Hiligaynon
Mindanao: Muslim, Lumad, and Christian settlers

Areas with Predominant Cultural Influences

Lowlands: Hispanic, American, and Christian
Highlands: Indigenous, tribal, and mountain cultures
Coastal areas: Malay, Islamic, and Asian trades

Music Divisions and Descriptions

Traditional music: showcases folk and cultural heritage
Contemporary music: influenced by Western, Asian, and local genres
Religious music: reflects Christian, Islamic, and indigenous beliefs

Concentration of Population Groups

Urban areas: Tagalog, Chinese, and other migrant groups
Rural areas: Indigenous, tribal, and regional ethnic groups
Coastal areas: Fishing and seafaring communities, and migrant workers

Periods of Influence and Ruling Powers

Spanish colonial period (1521-1898): Spanish Empire
American colonial period (1898-1946): United States
Japanese occupation (1942-1945): Japanese Empire
Post-war independence (1946-present): Republic of the Philippines

Description

Test your knowledge of Philippine music history and culture with this engaging quiz. Explore the diverse musical traditions of the Philippines, including influences from the various regions and religious groups. From traditional folk music to contemporary genres, discover the rich tapestry of Philippine musical heritage.