Cultural Practices and Art in Pre-Colonial Philippines

Flashcards summarizing key concepts related to cultural practices, art, and traditional dances in the pre-colonial Philippines.

What dance is based on birds avoiding bamboo traps?

Tinikling

What is the Bulul?

Rice god sculpture.

The Manunggul Jar is associated with?

Burial rituals.

Which weaving headpiece is from the Tausug of Sulu?

Pis siyabit.

Who traditionally wears the Malong?

Maranao.

What is the Tepo mat made of?

Pandan leaves.

What is used to trap fish in Ilocos?

Hagabi.

What does wearing gold jewelry signify for the Tagalog upper class?

Status and wealth.

What was Visayan tattooing believed to offer?

Protection from spirits and sign of bravery.

The Okir design is associated with which cultural element?

Tausug mythical creatures.

What is the main purpose of art in pre-colonial Philippines?

Ritual and everyday use.

How can pre-colonial Filipino art be best described?

Integrated into daily rituals and life.

What is a three-stringed native guitar called?

Kudyapi.

Which dance mimics the movement of sea birds?

Talip.

What is the traditional Tausug dance known for graceful hand movements?

Pangalay.

The Mandaya dance 'Banog-banog' mimics which animal?

Wild fowl.

Which ethnic group is known for building the rice terraces?

Ifugao.

The Talip dance is primarily a form of?

Courtship.

Which dance mimics monkey movements?

Inamo.

What is the T'boli dance often associated with?

Courtship.