Arnis - Philippine Martial Arts

What is the national martial art and sport of the Philippines?

•  Taekwondo
  

• Karate
  

•  Arnis
  

• Judo

What are the other names of Arnis?

• Eskrima and Kali
  

• Jiu-jitsu and Taekwondo

•  Muay Thai and Judo
  

• Silat and Wushu

Arnis emphasizes all the following EXCEPT:

• Discipline
  

• Self-defense
  

• Showmanship
  

• Filipino tradition

When was Arnis declared the National Martial Art and Sport?

• 1995

• 2005

• 2009

• 2012

What Republic Act declared Arnis as the national martial art?

• RA 9855

• RA 9850

• RA 9500

• RA 9750

Arnis originated in the Philippines before which event?

• Spanish colonization

• World War II

• American colonization

• Martial Law

How was Arnis preserved during the Spanish era?

• Through competitions

• Through dances and rituals

• Through schools

• Through secret meetings

What is “Pugay” in Arnis?

• A fighting move

• A sign of respect

• A type of stance

• A form of strike

When is “Pugay” performed?

• Before and after practice

• Only before a fight

• Only in competitions

• Only during training

What does “Pugay” symbolize?

• Power

• Discipline and sportsmanship

• Victory

• Flexibility