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The term Bikol could have been 2. Courage derived from__ 3. Intelligence - Biko (name of a river) In 1829 Camarines split into Norte Twisted or bent bamboo tree and Sur but were reunited in 1893 - Bikul...

The term Bikol could have been 2. Courage derived from__ 3. Intelligence - Biko (name of a river) In 1829 Camarines split into Norte Twisted or bent bamboo tree and Sur but were reunited in 1893 - Bikul or Bikal and in 1919 they were formally Six provinces of Bicol Region with its established as provinces capital The Spaniards first arrived in 1. Camarines Sur (Pili) Masbate in _ under __ 2. Camarines Norte (Daet) -1567; Mateo del Saz & Martín de 3. Masbate (Masbate City) Goiti 4. Sorsogon (Sorsogon City) First to colonize Bicol Region is __ 5. Catanduanes (Virac) -Captain Luis Enriques De 6. Albay (Legazpi) Guzman Bikol was written with the __ Agustinian Priests who pioneered -Bahasan Script the conversion of Bikol to be Bahasan Script was used until the christianized __ mid __ -Alonzo Jimenez & Juan de Orta -19th Century In 1636, the region was subdivided Does the Spanish use the Latin into two ___ alphabet to write bikol? -Partido de Ibalon & Partido de -TRUE Camarines Earliest Bikol publications (first Ancient name of Bikol Region dictionary) was the -Ibalon or Ibalong -Vocabulario de la Lengua Bicol Major ethnic groups in Bikol Region (between 1590 & 1620) -Bikolano Resides Vocabulario de la Lengua Bicol is The natives were first oppressed by written by -Andres de Ibarra Fr. Marcos De Lisboa Gold mines were exploited by __ First Book in during his exploration of northern -Catecismo de la Doctrina bikol in 1571 Cristiana -Juan de Salcedo Catecismo de la Doctrina Cristiana Law that orders the adoptions of is written by Spanish Surnames in 1854 -Fr. Alonzo Jimenez (1577) -Claveria Law The Bikol language is basically The one who proposed Claveria Law -Malayo Polynesian -Narciso Claveria Y Zaldua The Bikol region was known as Name of the book that contains the -Ibalon (bring to the other side) surnames given to the Bikolanos A barangay system was in existence -Catalogo Alfabetico de Apellidos by The gobernadorcillo or town mayor -1569 was selected from 12 electors; they The pre colonial leadership was must be well-versed in Spanish based on (3) -TRUE 1. Strength  He is a cabezas de barangay and Naming children according to their collects tax or tributo and believes attributes (bansag) that a cabezas de barangay must be -Regional Custom wealthy. Initial acquaintance through an -Simon de Anda intermediary The Bikolanos were described by -Lagpitao/Palakaw-lakaw some Spanish chroniclers as very Examination of the prospective fierce warriors match by both parties -TRUE -Pasonco Called as runaway slaves Rendering of service by the groom -Remontados or Cimarrones to the bride's family Two Bikolano Heroes -Pagagad 1. Simeon Ola (Albay) Gift to the bride from a relative 2. Wenceslao Vinzons (Cam attending the wedding Norte) -Sinakat Traditional occupation of Bikolanos Extra fine if the bride was not the -Agriculture & Fishing eldest in the family Bicol is currently the largest -Ilinakad producer of __ and the third largest Extra fine if the bride was not the producer of __ and calamansi. eldest in the family. -Sweet potato; Cassava -Ilinakad Has the biggest livestock and poultry Drawing of the marriage covenant production (planning) -Camarines Sur -Sayod In the region, the overall largest fish Genealogical tracing to prevent producer incestuous alliances -Camarines Sur -Tronco The best inland fish producer Wedding feast -Masbate -Pagcaya Most efficient commercial fish Bestowing of gifts producer -Purukan -Camarines Sur Palm tree coffin Worlds smallest commercial fish is -Hagol __ and can be found only in __ Indigenous funeral rites -Sinarapan; Lake Bato, Buhi (Cam -Pasaca Sur) Cleansing of corpses Region V has the most __ reserves -Basbas -Iron Dutiful reverence Gold rich and center of Bicols gold -Dool jewelry making industry The recounting of the deceased life -Paracale Labo Panganiban -Yokod Used for broom and dusters found in Big clay palate containing a dressed Catanduanes chicken without its innards -Lasa Grass -Tolodan  Love potion Daraga’s present church exemplifies -Lumay __ architecture Thief detector -Baroque -Hinaw The style of Naga Cathedral’s Amulets facade -Anting-anting -Earthquake baroque Which makes invulnerable to sharp Dominated by an old arch and objects domed cemetery chapel which is -Akibal one of the most beautiful in the Faith healer region. -Parabulong -Tabaco Cemetery Poison Distinguished by its capillas posas or -Hilo outdoor patio pillars Nightbirds like__ convey ill omens -Camalig Albay -Koro koro, kikik or tiktik (ASSETS) Large capiz panes Agricultural rites like tamoy, -Nuyda House in Camalig Albay talagbanhi and rogativa combine (ASSETS) Renaissance style indigenous and hispanic influences molave balustrade -TRUE -TheBuenaventura-Pardinas Celebrated after the harvest during House in Guinobatan Albay the feast of Corpus Christi Windows are the most practical -Tinagba assets of __ A prayer offering and oratory with -Jaucian House song and dance, sanctifies a (ASSETS) Large stone and brick devotion to San Felipe and San structure; wooden bridge Santiago in Minalabac, Camarines -Fuentebella House Sur on the 11th day of May (ASSETS) Capiz shell panels -Tumatarok -Gonzales Ancestral House Bikol houses were perched on trees (ASSETS) Wooden panels for protection from the sun and -Melba Moyo Ancestral House insects (ASSETS) Checkerboard capiz shell -TRUE panel Repopulation of the coast after the -Nolasco’s Ancestral House 19th century muslim invasions Anson’s Ancestral House -Castilla -Stone Structure Establishment of astilleros or Flat necklace chain of the 18th shipyards which generated Century employment and assured protection -Agrimon -Magallanes Intricate golden bead necklace of the The conflict of ECONOMIC interest 19th Century -Barcelona -Tamborin The conflict of POLITICAL interest The __ pottery specimens dug up in -Irosin Masbate have 15 different patterns combining triangles and scallops  among other designs 9. Mt. Asog (Iriga City) -Kalanay 10. Cagnipa Rolling Hills (Pandan, Pivoted turntable Catanduanes) -Gayangan A cylindrical tin mold -Hurnahan The paddles -Pambikal The anvil stone -Gapu The top part of a broken jar wrapped in a mat or sack -Hapin __ Albay specializes in: 1. Kawatan - novelties and toys 2. Koron - cooking pot 3. Gripo - unit faucet water jars 4. Kaldero - Kettle Like pots 5. Golgoreta - Pitchers 6. Pugon sa uling - charcoal burning stoves 7. Masetera - Flower pots –Baybay, Tiwi Albay Bikol has always excelled in the carving of religious statues -TRUE The art of abaca weaving has been long developed in __ & __ -Albay & Camarines Sur TOURIST SPOTS IN BICOL REGION: (SBUF-W-MSN-MC) 1. Sumlang Lake (Camalig, Albay) 2. Bulusan Volcano Natural Park (Bulusan, Sorsogon) 3. Uma Koinonia (Pawa, Masbate City) 4. Formosa Pineapples “Queen of Pineapples” (Camarines Norte) 5. Whale Shark Interaction (Donsol, Sorsogon) 6. Maribina Falls (Bato, Catanduanes) 7. Solong Falls (San Miguel, Catanduanes) 8. Nahulugan Falls (Gigmoto, Catanduanes) BICOL’S TOURIST SPOTS FOODS OF BICOL: Bicol's well-known dishes, the Bicol (with descriptions) Express. -Baluko A traditional rice cake delicacy made Steamed cake made of rice flour from glutinous rice that is soaked stuffed with fruit jam. overnight and then mixed with -Rice Puto Macapuno coconut milk and sugar. Can be eaten raw, or roasted -Latik before coating in brown and refined Is made from ground pork sugar, thus called "pili nut candies”. seasoned with a unique blend of -Pili Nut Candies spices, including garlic, vinegar, salt, Made up of glutinous rice and pepper, and other local herbs. The coconut cream wrapped in banana dish has a distinct sweet and leaves. This delicacy is commonly savory flavor and is often served as breakfast or "meryenda" characterized by its slightly reddish and goes well with hot chocolate or color, and it is usually enjoyed as a coffee. breakfast dish or as an -Binutong accompaniment to rice or bread. Also known as "sangkaka," which -Longganisa de Guinobatan refers to a thick, sweet, syrupy stuff A very simple pie dessert made from made from fresh coconut milk sweet potatoes. Crafted with love cooked with brown sugar until it and care, the pie's essence lies in its becomes a spreadable consistency. ability to highlight sweet potatoes' -Kalamay rich flavors and earthy undertones, A local delicacy that originates from creating a delightful treat that the town of Gubat. It combines captivates taste buds with every grated cassava, brown sugar, eggs, heavenly bite. and coconut milk, topped with pili -Kamote Pie nuts, and cooked in the slow and Also referred to as "pilipit," which old way using firewood. consists of coconut milk and rice -Timitim flour, then deep-fried and coated A delicacy made from 100% pure with either white or brown sugar cacao beans known for their rich glaze. and distinct flavor, showcasing the -Biniribid natural essence of cacao without It is made of muscovado sugar and any additives. This can make pili nuts wrapped in Hamilig traditional champorado (chocolate Leaves, which adds a distinctive hot porridge) and other cacao-based taste and aroma to the conserva. treats. -Conserva de Pili -Tablea/Cacao A pen shell found mostly in rocks or One of the renowned delicacies shallow ocean bottoms. It can be which is made out of glutinous rice, used as a versatile dish such as peanuts, raw sugar, and coconut fried, adobo, or cooked in coconut oil. The mixture is placed on a bed milk with many chilies or one of  of banana leaves and steamed to A milk candy traditionally made of perfection. carabao's milk, and sugar. -Angko -Carmelado One of Bicol's well-known dishes is traditionally made with pork, ALL BICOL FOODS: coconut milk, shrimp paste, and various chili peppers. Its savory, 1. Latik creamy, and zingy taste creates a 2. Pancit Dinuguan satisfying and spicy culinary 3. Longganisa de Guinobatan experience. 4. Marcasotes -Bicol Express 5. Rice Puto Macapuno Small breads with pili nuts and a 6. Kamote Pie yema-like filling, great for snacks 7. Biniribid and perfect to pair with coffee or tea. 8. Baduya with Cheese -Pandecillos 9. Kinunot na Manok One of the popular dishes known for 10. Conserva de Pili its flavorful combination of 11. Baluko coconut milk and chili peppers, 12. Formosa Pineapples which consists of fresh taro leaves, 13. Pili Nut Candies shredded young coconut, and 14. Binutong various seafood like fish or shrimp. 15. Kalamay The ingredients are simmered 16. SIli Ice Cream together in a mixture of coconut milk, 17. Timitim ginger, garlic, and spices, creating a 18. Tablea rich and creamy stew with a hint of 19. Uma Bee Farm Honey spiciness. 20. Angko -Pinangat 21. Bicol Express Dish made from dried taro leaves 22. Smoked Fish Out of Hell of Lola cooked in coconut milk, shrimp Sayong Eco-SurFarm paste (bagoong), chili peppers, and 23. Pandecillos often includes pieces of meat or 24. Pinangat seafood for added flavor. The dish is 25. Ihaw na Talaba known for its creamy texture, rich 26. Laing coconut flavor, and a subtle 27. Catanduanes Rice Coffee spiciness from the chili peppers. 28. Pili Tart -Laing 29. Carmelado A unique warm beverage made by roasting and grinding rice grains, which are then brewed to produce a rich and aromatic coffee-like drink, creating a harmony of rich aroma, velvety smoothness, and a hint of island mystique. -Catanduanes Rice Coffee GOODLUCK NA LANG!!!