Quiz on Pre-Colonial Literature of the Philippines

What is the term for the chieftains who ruled the Filipinos?

• Sultans

• Lakan

• Datu

• Rajahs

What was the social class of the nobility in pre-colonial Philippines?

• Maginoo

• Timawa

• Alipin

• Maharlika

Which class is known as 'Timawa'?

• Nobles

• Freemen

• Warriors

• Alipin

What was the belief system of early Filipinos regarding spirits?

• Atheism

• Buddhism

• Animism

• Polytheism

What was the primary form of education in pre-colonial Philippines?

• Formal education

• Apprenticeship

• Imitation

• Online learning

What ancient form of writing was used in pre-colonial Philippines?

• Latin

• Baybayin

• Sanskrit

• Cyrillic

What type of literature consisted of both written and oral forms?

• Modern literature

• Pre-colonial literature

• Post-colonial literature

• Contemporary literature

What type of folk song is a 'Harana'?

• A lullaby

• A war song

• A serenade

• A wedding song

What is the purpose of 'Tanaga'?

• To tell stories

• To provide insights

• To entertain

• To express virtues

What is a common theme in pre-colonial epics?

• Political issues

• Daily life

• Supernatural events

• Romantic love