Relations of Phils. with Other Asian Civilization

What were the main items traded by the Chinese with early Filipinos?

• Spices and gold

• Silk and porcelain

• Cotton and pottery

• Tea and jade

In what century did the trade relationship between the Chinese and Filipinos begin?

• 7th century

• 8th century

• 9th century

• 10th century

The use of Chinese porcelain in Filipino households during early trade was significant because:

• It symbolized wealth and status.

• It was used as currency.

• It replaced wooden utensils entirely.

• It introduced industrial pottery techniques.

What is the Laguna Copperplate Inscription primarily written in?

• Baybayin

• Kavi script

• Chinese characters

• Sanskrit

The Golden Tara, found in Agusan del Sur, is associated with which religion?

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Buddhism

What was the main medium for Indian influence on Filipino culture?

• Colonization

• Trade and migration

• Military conquest

• Religious crusades

How did Indianized culture influence Filipino traditional clothing?

• The use of silk and embroidery

• Incorporation of vibrant colors

• Wearing sarongs and putongs

• Usage of headscarves

How did Indianized culture influence early Filipino governance?

• Introduction of Sultanates

• Concept of a caste system

• Democratic systems of government

• Federal government structures

What is a key artifact demonstrating Indian influence in the Philippines?

• Tarsilah

• Laguna Copperplate Inscription

• Boxer Codex

• Balangay

The Tarsilah is significant because it:

• Shows the rules for Muslim prayers.

• Documents the history of early Muslim clans in the Philippines.

• Provides evidence of Spanish colonization.

• Lists the trade routes of Arab merchants.