HC2 prelims

The Florence Charter introduced guidelines for the preservation of archaeological sites.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The Florence Charter introduced guidelines for the preservation of preservation of historic gardens.)

There are three categories of cultural property in the Heritage Act of 2009.
Grade II includes the following:

choices: (you may choose more than 1)
A. ASEAN Heritage Parks
B. Gabaldon school buildings
C. Heritage zones
D. Historic sites

B. Gabaldon school buildings
C. Heritage zones
D. Historic sites

The Washington charter provided qualities to be preserved which includes:

choices: (you may choose more than 1_
A. The formal appearance, interior and exterior, of buildings as defined by scale, size, style, construction, materials, colour and decoration
B. Relationships between buildings and green and open spaces
C. Functions that the town or urban area has acquired over time
D. Urban patterns as defined by lots and streets;
E. the importance of the setting of monuments

A. The formal appearance, interior and exterior, of buildings as defined by scale, size, style, construction, materials, colour and decoration
B. Relationships between buildings and green and open spaces
C. Functions that the town or urban area has acquired over time
D. Urban patterns as defined by lots and streets;

A charter is an agreement between two or more parties with the purpose of laying out the values of an organization, the rights of the people, etc. Shall there be changes to be made in the contract, all parties must agree to the terms.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

The property owner may petition the appropriate cultural agency to remove the presumption of important cultural property which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

The ethics behind the respect for the original in conservation means that it is essential to maintain the look of the object treated.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False
(The ethics behind the respect for the original in conservation means that it is essential to maintain the look of the object treated.
identity, authenticity and cultural significance)

Considered presumed Important Cultural properties are declared as National Cultural Treasure, UNESCO World Heritage Site, National Historical Shrine, National Historical Landmark, National Historical Monument, or Important Cultural Property but still possesses the characteristic of an Important Cultural Property.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(Considered presumed Important Cultural properties are not declared as National Cultural Treasure, UNESCO World Heritage Site, National Historical Shrine, National Historical Landmark, National Historical Monument, or Important Cultural Property but still possesses the characteristic of an Important Cultural Property.)

The Charter is particularly significant for its definition of cultural significance and the standards it outlines for using cultural significance to manage and conserve cultural sites. It provides an example of how international principles can be adapted to the values and needs of a particular nation or particular cultural groups within that nation.

choices:
A. None of the above
B. Athens Charter
C. Venice Charter
D. Burra Charter

D. Burra Charter

The Charter for the Protection and Management of Archaeological Sites outlined principles and discussed issues on funding, research objectives, qualifications of the team members, investigation, documentation, material conservation, management and maintenance of the site, and dissemination of information about the underwater heritage.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The CHARTER FOR THE PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT OF UNDERWATER CULTURAL HERITAGE (ICOMOS 1996)outlined principles and discussed issues on funding, research objectives, qualifications of the team members, investigation, documentation, material conservation, management and maintenance of the site, and dissemination of information about the underwater heritage.)

The amended Heritage Act of 2009 included the creation of a new division in the organization structure of the Commission, the Cultural Mapping, Research, and Planning Division. They shall be the repository of the cultural mapping outputs and other cultural and arts-related research and shall facilitate the conduct of technical assistance an capacity-building workshop and coordination with LGUs and other sectors and communities in need of such.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

The Florence Charter was created response to the increasing threats to archaeological sites worldwide, especially from looting and land development. The Charter encourages legislation to protect the archaeological heritage, based on inventories and general surveys of the resources. It lays out general principles for investigation, maintenance, and conservation as well as reconstruction of architectural heritage.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(ICAHM (ICOMOS International Committee on Archaeological Heritage Management) / CHARTER FOR THE PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL HERITAGE)

Under the Penal Provisions of this Act, which of the following are considered as violations:

choices: (you may choose more than 1)
A. Destroying, demolishing, mutilating or damaging any WHS, NCTs, ICPs, and archaeological and anthropological sites
B. Modifying, altering, or destroying the original features of, or undertaking construction or real estate development in any national shrine, monument, landmark and other historic edifices and structures, declared, classified, and marked by NHCP as such, without the prior written permission from the Commission.
C. Modifying, altering, or destroying the original features of, or undertaking construction or real estate development of designated security or buffer zone, extending five (5) meters from the visible perimeter of the monument or site.
D. Priority protection from modification or demolition resulting from all government projects

A. Destroying, demolishing, mutilating or damaging any WHS, NCTs, ICPs, and archaeological and anthropological sites
B. Modifying, altering, or destroying the original features of, or undertaking construction or real estate development in any national shrine, monument, landmark and other historic edifices and structures, declared, classified, and marked by NHCP as such, without the prior written permission from the Commission.
C. Modifying, altering, or destroying the original features of, or undertaking construction or real estate development of designated security or buffer zone, extending five (5) meters from the visible perimeter of the monument or site.

The Venice Charter advocates a cautious approach to change: do as much as necessary to care for the place and to make it useable, but otherwise change it as little as possible so that its cultural significance is retained.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False
(The Burra Charter advocates a cautious approach to change: do as much as necessary to care for the place and to make it useable, but otherwise change it as little as possible so that its cultural significance is retained.)

The Venice charter introduced important conservation concepts and principles on the following:
- the idea of a common world heritage;
- the importance of the setting of monuments; and
- the principle of integration of new materials.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(Athens Charter)

The Principles for the Preservation of Historic Timber Structures set guidelines for conservation practice, including research and documentation, preserving traditional craft and building skills, adaptive re-use, and the need for training to educate conservators and communities.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The Charter on Built Vernacular Heritage set guidelines for conservation practice, including research and documentation, preserving traditional craft and building skills, adaptive re-use, and the need for training to educate conservators and communities.)

In the RA 10066 cited that the Constitution of 1987 mandates the State to conserve, develop, promote and popularize the nation's historical and cultural heritage and resources.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

This charter had 7 resolutions which included the reburial of excavated sites when conservation cannot be granted or subject to immediate works.

choices:
A. Venice Charter
B. None of the above
C. Burra Charter
D. Athens Charter

D. Athens Charter

(7 Resolutions were made and called "Carta del Restauro"
Athens Charter)

Which of the following are privileges given to declared cultural properties:

choices: (you may choose more than 1)
A. None of the above
B. Incentive for private support of conservation and restoration through the Commission's Conservation Incentive Program for Grade I and Grade II Level cultural properties
C. Priority government protection in times of armed conflict, natural disasters, and other exceptional events that endanger the cultural heritage of the country
D. Priority protection from modification or demolition resulting from all government projects

B. Incentive for private support of conservation and restoration through the Commission's Conservation Incentive Program for Grade I and Grade II Level cultural properties
C. Priority government protection in times of armed conflict, natural disasters, and other exceptional events that endanger the cultural heritage of the country
D. Priority protection from modification or demolition resulting from all government projects

The ___ outlines strategies for maintenance, conservation, restoration, and reconstruction of gardens, including their plans, vegetation, structural and decorative features, and use of water. It recommends limiting use in order to protect gardens' fabric and cultural message. It also addresses legal and administrative issues.

choices:
A. Valetta Principles
B. Washington Charter
C. Florence Charter
D. None of the above

C. Florence Charter

This organization works in service to its Member States to promote the conservation of all forms of cultural heritage, in every region of the world. It operates in the spirit of the 2001 UNESCO Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity, which states that "Respect for the diversity of cultures, tolerance, dialogue and cooperation, in a climate of mutual trust and understanding are among the best guarantees of international peace and security."

choices:
A. None of the above
B. International Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (IIC)
C. International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property
D. International Council on Monuments and Sites

C. International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property

The __ involved in the conservation is simplified as "respect for the original", whatever intervention is performed.

choices:
A. Integrity
B. Ethics
C. None of the above
D. Charter

B. Ethics

The recently signed RA 11961 amended the Heritage Act of 2009. This policy included the:

Choices: (you may choose more than 1)
A. Conservation principles
B. Cultural Mapping
C. Cultural Heritage Education
D. None of the above

B. Cultural Mapping
C. Cultural Heritage Education

(RA 11961
An act strengthening the conservation and protection of the Philippine Cultural Heritage through cultural mapping and an enhanced cultural heritage education program, amending for the purpose republic act no. 10066, otherwise known as the "National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009.)

The non-profit organization that advocates the protection and preservation of our built heritage, cultural and historical sites and settings, upholding the Philippine Constitution that heritage and culture should be developed and preserved for national identity.

choices:
A. International Council on Monuments and Sites
B. Getty Conservation Institute
C. Heritage Conservation Society
D. None of the above

C. Heritage Conservation Society

The Charter on Built Vernacular Heritage called attention to the diversity and scarcity of historic timber structures and their vulnerability to material decay and degradation.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The Principles for the Preservation of Historic Timber Structures called attention to the diversity and scarcity of historic timber structures and their vulnerability to material decay and degradation.)

As defined in the terms in the Heritage Act of 2009, this cultural property is defined to having exceptional cultural, artistic, and historical significance to the Philippines, and has been officially declared as such by law or the pertinent cultural agency or agencies.

choices:
A. Important Cultural Property
B. None of the above
C. Intangible Cultural Heritage
D. National Cultural Treasures

A. Important Cultural Property

Delisting of cultural properties of Grade I and Grade II Level properties are subject to proper procedures. The declaration of a cultural property shall commence upon the filing of a petition by the owner, stakeholder, or any interested person, with the Commission, which shall refer the matter to the appropriate cultural agency.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

According to the Section 9 of the Act, World Heritage Sites of the Philippines shall be continuously monitored by the ___ and collaborate with others to ensure the safeguarding of the Outstanding Universal Value, the integrity and authenticity of the WHS.

choices:
A. None of the above
B. UNACOM
C. NCCA
D. LGU

C. NCCA

Structures of dating at least ______ years old are presumed Important Cultural Property. The same applied to archival materials or old documents, unless declared by the national Archives, to be considered as ICP.

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Heritage laws and plans are useful tools to discern the direction to be taken when there are opposing views of treatment options of an object.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(Heritage laws and plans are useful tools to discern the direction to be taken when there are opposing views of treatment options of an object.
Charters)

Cultural properties considered presumed Important Cultural Properties are included in the Heritage Act for purposes of protecting a cultural property against exportation, modification or demolition, the following works shall be considered important cultural property, unless declared otherwise by the pertinent cultural agency.

choices:
A. True
B. False

A. True

This charter states that monuments are to be conserved not only as works of art but also as historical evidence. It had set forth principles of conservation based on the concept of authenticity and the importance of maintaining the historical and physical context of a site or building.

choices:
A. Athens Charter
B. None of the above
C. Venice Charter
D. Burra Charter

C. Venice Charter

In the Principles for the Preservation of Historic Timber Structures, which of the following are the principle's recommendations:

choices:
A. inspection, recording, and documentation of materials, skills, and technologies should be performed
B. the social and economic aspects of historic town preservation
C. repair and replacement materials, craftsmanship and construction technology should, where possible, correspond with those used originally
D. The formal appearance, interior and exterior, of buildings as defined by scale, size, style, construction, materials, colour and decoration
E. interventions should follow traditional means, be reversible or not impede future preservation, and not hinder future access to evidence in the structure or site

A. inspection, recording, and documentation of materials, skills, and technologies should be performed
C. repair and replacement materials, craftsmanship and construction technology should, where possible, correspond with those used originally
E. interventions should follow traditional means, be reversible or not impede future preservation, and not hinder future access to evidence in the structure or site

Shall a cultural property be under threat due to uncoordinated preservation works or urban development that may affect the historical and authenticity of the property, the Commission or other pertinent cultural agency does not have the power to issue a Cease and Desist Order

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(Shall a cultural property be under threat due to uncoordinated preservation works or urban development, the Commission or other pertinent cultural agency HAS the power to issue a Cease and Desist Order.
- Power to Issue a Cease and Desist Order suspending all activities that will put in danger of destruction or will cause significant alteration from its original state the National Cultural Treasures or Important Cultural Properties)

The Washington Charter established the principles and guidelines for the protection and conservation of historic towns. It addressed which of the following issues:

choices: (you may choose more than 1)
A. the idea of a common world heritage;
B. participation of residents in the preservation process
C. integration of preservation objectives into planning policies;
D. maintaining the historical and physical context of a site or building
E. the social and economic aspects of historic town preservation

B. participation of residents in the preservation process
C. integration of preservation objectives into planning policies;
E. the social and economic aspects of historic town preservation

The Heritage Act mandates that any government or non-government infrastructure project or architectural site development has the option to include anthropological, archaeological, historical and heritage site conservation concerns in their Environmental Impacts Assessment System.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The Heritage Act mandates that any government or non-government infrastructure project or architectural site development shall include anthropological, archaeological, historical and heritage site conservation concerns in their Environmental Impacts Assessment System.)

The World Convention Committee is the Act providing for the protection and conservation of the national cultural heritage, strengthening the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and its affiliated cultural agencies, and for other purposes.

choices:
A. True
B. False

B. False

(The Heritage Act of 2009 is the Act providing for the protection and conservation of the national cultural heritage, strengthening the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and its affiliated cultural agencies, and for other purposes.)