Lesson 2: Material Culture in Pre-Colonial Philippines

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of non-material culture?

• A traditional house

• Woven basket

• Salakot

• Babaylan's animistic rituals

Multiple Choice

What makes the Bolinao Skull special?

• It has silver decorations on its teeth

• It was found alone in Balingasay

• It has gold decorations on its teeth

• It is made entirely of gold

Multiple Choice

What is the Bulul believed to do for the Ifugao people?

• Bring rain

• Protect rice crops

• Guard animals

• Build houses

Multiple Choice

What does the Laguna Copperplate Inscription tell about?

• A man named Namwaran whose debt was forgiven

• The arrival of the Spanish in the Philippines

• A famous battle in Philippine history

• The discovery of the Philippines by foreign traders

Multiple Choice

What does the lid of the Manunggul Jar represent?

• A traditional house

• A rice planting ceremony

• A spirit boat with two figures

• A festival celebration

Multiple Choice

What did the tattoos of the Pintados symbolize?

• Wealth, beauty, and fashion.
• Bravery, strength, and social status.
• Tradition, culture, and religion.
• Peace, harmony, and friendship.

Multiple Choice

What does the Golden Tara of Agusan show about pre-colonial Filipino society?

• Their ability to build large ships

• Their connection with Indian culture through trade

• Their use of silver in making jewelry

• Their worship of Christian saints

Open Ended

In 2-3 sentences, Choose one artifact, and explain its use, significance, and what it reveals about pre-colonial Filipino life and values.