Historical Filipino Government
What is the term that refers to the smallest political unit in pre-colonial Philippines?
Barangay
What was the main economic activity of pre-colonial Filipinos?
Agriculture / Farming
What happens if you sweep at night?
What is the name of the half-woman, half-fish creature in Philippine folklore known for its beautiful voice and enchanting songs?
Sirena
Anino
What were the local leaders of barangays called in pre-colonial Philippines?
Datu
What is a popular Filipino dish is made with marinated meat, usually pork or chicken, and is cooked in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic.
Adobo
This was the term used for soul or spirit in pre-colonial Philippines
Kaluluwa
This small creature curses people when they have been stepped on and the only way to uncurse yourself is to say "Tabi-Tabi Po"
Duwende / Nuno
Isang prinsesa, punong-puno ng mata
Pineapple (Pinya)
Which group of people were considered the lowest social class in pre-colonial Philippine society?
Alipin
What were the traditional houses called that were built on stilts by the early Filipinos?
Bahay-kubo
What is the name of the protective amulets or charms believed to ward off evil spirits in pre-colonial Filipino religion?
Anting-anting / agimat
What is the name of the mythical creature in Philippine folklore known as a giant, hairy man who lives in trees and protects the forests? (Bigfoot of the Philippines)
Kapre
What is the term used for the social class of warriors in pre-colonial Philippines?
Maharlika
Which early form of writing was used by Filipinos before Spanish colonization?
Baybayin
It is a practice done after visiting the dead to refrain the spirits from following you home
Pagpag
What is the name of the mythical bird believed to cause solar eclipses by swallowing the sun in Filipino mythology?
Bakunawa
Maliit na bahay, punong puno ng patay
Matchbox
What is the term used for the communal labour system practised in a barangay from the pre-colonial Philippines up until today?
Bayanihan
This is the Filipino term for a communal meal where food is laid out on banana leaves and eaten with hands.
Boodle Fight
What is a type of magic potion to attract someone or have someone fall in love with you?
Gayuma
What mountain in the Philippines is famous for having a fairy (diwata) for granting wishes to anyone inhabiting it?
Mount Makiling
Nang hatakin ko ang baging, nagkagulo ang mga matsing.
Kampana (bell)