The Evolution of Philippine Art

What is the significance of the Manunggul Jar in pre-colonial Philippine art?

• It is the oldest known artifact in the Philippines.

• It reflects a high degree of artistry and belief in the afterlife.

• It was used as a cooking utensil.

• It is the only burial jar found in Palawan.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of pre-colonial folk songs?

• Repetitive

• Sonorous

• Didactic

• Melancholic

What is the term for the ornate curvilinear designs carved by the Maranao and Tausug in the south?

• Bulul

• Okir

• Ling-ling-o

• Sarimanok

During which period did the use of the 'Sword and the Cross' mark the beginning of cultural transformation in the Philippines?

• Pre-colonial Period

• Hispanic Period

• American Period

• Japanese Period

What is the Pasyon?

• A religious narrative poetry about the life of Jesus Christ.

• A secular poetry about love and courtship.

• A pre-colonial epic about the origin of the world.

• A folk song about the beauty of nature.

Which art form was NOT prevalent during the Hispanic Period?

• Sculpture

• Painting

• Printing

• Weaving

What was the impact of American colonization on Philippine literature?

• It suppressed the use of native languages in literature.

• It focused on religious themes and narratives.

• It led to the development of free verse and modern short story.

• It discouraged the use of English as a medium of instruction.

Who painted the 'Spolarium' and won at the 1884 Madrid Exposition?

• Fernando Amorsolo

• Felix Resurreccion Hidalgo

• Victorio Edades

• Juan Luna

What is 'Bodabil'?

• A pre-colonial ritual dance.

• A type of folk song from Mindanao.

• A style of painting during the Hispanic Period

• A form of theater introduced by the Americans.

Which Filipino artist is known for his backlighting technique that casts golden tones on natural scenery?

• Fernando Amorsolo

• Guillermo Tolentino

• Victorio Edades

• Carlos V. Francisco