history
What was the name of the philippines government?
What is the Philippine Commonwealth.
Who objectively makes the best sinigang?
Emerson's Grandma/ Nanay
What's the name of the coming of age ceremony for 18-year-old women?
Debut
When did the first Filipino arrive in the U.S.
Oct 15, 1857
Which Ferdinand was the first European to reach the philippines?
What is Ferdinand Magellan.
What is the English translation of Araw ng Pagkakaibigan (celebrated on July 4th)?
Friendship Day
What are the two traditional activities at the coming-of-age ceremony that include the number 18?
18 Roses and 18 Candles
What was the number of Filipino immigrants during 2000?
1,369,000 Filipino immigrants
What year was the tydings-mcduffie law accepted by the philippine legislature?
What bird does the National Dance of the Philippines (Tinikling) refer to?
Tikling/ Buff Banded Rail
What's one example of panliligaw, or courtship?
harana (serenade), paninilbihan (service), or talking through a window at night
Hawaii Sugar Planters’ Association
How many years was the Philippines under Japanese rule?
What is 3 years.
What does Kamayan mean?
By hand
How long do some Filipino families pray at their loved one's house after that person has died, allowing them safe passage into the afterlife?
40 days
What were the four ilocos provinces?
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan and La Union
What three divisions is the Philippines divided into?
What is Mindanao, Visayas, and Luzon.
What would you call an older sister as a sign of respect?
Ate
How long were Filipino weddings before the Spanish came?
three days
How did the Tydings Mcduffie act affect Filipino immigration?
It limited the amount to only 50 Filipinos a year