Arts and Crafts of Luzon (Highlands)

Our forefathers used bamboo for cooking utensils and rattan or nito for baskets.

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The Ifugaos used hardwood, buri, bamboo, nito and rattan in making their crafts.

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Answer explanation

Hardwood is not included in making of their crafts.

The Ifugaos who lived in the mountainous part of central Cordillera in Northen Luzon are excellent weavers,potterers, and skillful craftsmen.

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The Ibanags are excellent blacksmiths; they are also known for making good pots.

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Answer explanation

Ibanags are good in making bolos.

Art is not so much a part of the life of the indigenous people of the Philippines.

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Answer explanation

Art is part of indigenous people's life.

The Ifugaos are famous for their mastery of woodcarving. An example is the carving of their deity, bul-ul.

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The Gaddangs who lived in Cagayan, Quirino, central Isabela, and Nueva Vizcaya weave their hats using fibers from cotton, pineapple and abaca.

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Answer explanation

They use fibers from cotton, pineapple, and abaca in weaving their textiles.

Many tribal people wear woven hats as protection against the strong heat of the sun.

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• FALSE

Ivatan are from the province of Batangas.

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Answer explanation

Ivatans are from the province of Batanes.

Hagabi is a unique piece of stone carved to become  bench, and a sign of riches.

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Answer explanation

Hagabi is a unique piece of wood.