Elec quiz 1

What is the meaning of the term "subanon"?

• A) A type of river fish found in West Mindanao

• B) An indigenous cultural community in Zamboanga peninsula

• C) A mountain range located in Sibuguey

What is the origin of the word "subanon"?

• A) It comes from the root word "suba", which means "river"

• B) It comes from the name of a famous Subanon leader

• C) It is a combination of two indigenous words meaning "mountain people"

Which of the following statements is true about the Subanen and Kolibugan tribes?

• a) The Subanen tribe is predominantly Muslim.

• b) The Kolibugan tribe has a traditional animist belief system.

• c) Both the Subanen and Kolibugan tribes have converted to Christianity.

What is the main difference between the Subanen and Kolibugan tribes?

• a) Their language

• b) Their religion

• c) Their political system

What is the primary reason for Subanon houses being raised on stilts?

• A) To protect against flooding

• B) To prevent damage from earthquakes

• C) To allow for better air circulation

• D) To deter pests and animals

What materials are commonly used by women in making round baskets?

• A) Plastic and synthetic fibers

• B) Glass and metal wires

• C) Nito vine, split rattan, bamboo, and sometimes wood or tree bark

• D) Cotton and silk fabrics

Which fiber is commonly used by the Subanen people in their weaving?

• A) Cotton

• B) Silk

• C) Abaca

• D) Wool

What is the Subanen people's favorite dye for their woven textiles?

• A) Blue

• B) Green

• C) Red

• D) Yellow

What is the origin of the bladed weapons possessed by the Subanen?

• A) They were created by the Subanen themselves

• b) They were obtained through trade with the Moro

• C) They were brought over by Spanish colonizers

• D) They were developed independently by neighboring tribes

Which of the following statements is true about the Subanen's production of weapons and implements?

• A) They do not produce any of their own weapons or implements

• B) They produce all of their weapons and implements through their own craftsmanship

• C) They only produce certain types of weapons and implements, such as chopping knives

• D) They produce some of their weapons and implements, but also obtain others through trade