Republic of the Philippines

NOTRE DAME OF DADIANGAS UNIVERSITY

Marist Avenue, General Santos City

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Extent of Appreciation of Students Toward Philippine

Dances

Name (Optional): __________________________________ Date: ___________

General Instruction: Read and analyze each item carefully. Answer the given items by
providing the necessary information asked for.

PART I: Level of Knowledge

Direction: The following section consists of multiple-choice questions designed to

assess your knowledge of Philippine dances. Choose the letter that corresponds to the
best answer in each item. Encircle the letter of your choice.

A. Nature and background

1. What is a folk dance?

A. A dance performed in theaters
B. A dance performed by professional dancers
C. A traditional dance passed down through generations
D. A modern dance influenced by pop culture

2. Which of the following is a characteristic of Philippine folk dance?

A. It is always performed solo.
B. It reflects the daily life of the people.
C. It is performed only in urban areas.
D. It originated from Western culture.

3. What do Philippine folk dances often depict?

A. Modern city life
B. Ancient rituals and ceremonies
C. Everyday activities, work, and celebrations
D. Western dance styles

4. What elements are maintained in Philippine folk dance to preserve the cultural identity of the
Filipino people?
A. Traditional movements, music, and costumes
B. Modern dance steps
C. Western music styles
D. Contemporary costumes
5. Why are Philippine folk dances often performed during festivals and special occasions?
A. To attract foreign tourists.
B. To celebrate cultural heritage and bring the community together.
C. To introduce new dance styles to the youth.
D. To compete with neighboring countries' dance traditions.

6. What does the popularity of folk dances during festivals and celebrations show about the
Filipino attitude?
A. Respect for cultural traditions
B. Preference for modern music
C. Dislike for traditional practices
D. Focus on foreign influence

7. What is a typical feature of Muslim dances in the Philippines?

A. Use of colorful scarves
B. Use of Western instruments
C. Barefoot performances
D. Slow-paced movements

8. Which of the following is a characteristic of rural Philippine folk dances?

A. They are influenced by modern dance styles.
B. They depict everyday activities like farming and fishing.
C. They are performed only during religious ceremonies.
D. They originated in urban areas.

9. What is a common feature of tribal dances in the Philippines?

A. They often involve rituals and are connected to nature and ancestral spirits.
B. They are influenced by Spanish colonization.
C. They are performed in formal attire.
D. They are typically urban-based.

10. What does the presence of Spanish influence in dances like Carinosa and Pandanggo sa
Ilaw indicate?
A. Spanish cultural impact on Filipino dance
B. Filipino dances lack Spanish influence
C. Only religious practices were affected
D. Filipino dances were unaffected by colonization

B. Dance terminologies

11. What does the term "saludo" mean in Philippine folk dance?
A. A graceful turn in place
B. A series of small hops
C. A respectful bow or greeting
D. A quick change of direction

12. When a dancer performs "hayon-hayon," how is the movement typically expressed?
 A. By moving one arm forward and the other backward, simulating flapping wings
B. By sliding both feet together in sync
C. By jumping in place with arms raisedd.
D. By turning rapidly while lowering the head

13. In Philippine folk dance, what does "bilao" refer to?

A. A side-to-side foot movement
B. A hand movement resembling the sifting of rice
C. A quick forward step with a turn
D. A pattern of rhythmic clapping

14. What is the proper way to perform the “hayin-hayon” movement?

A. Placing one forearm in front and the other at the back of the waist
B. Kicking one leg and raising the arms
C. Turning around rapidly
D. Stomping with one foot

15. What does the term "clockwise" refer to in the context of a dance movement?
A. Moving forward and then backward
B. Moving in a circular motion to the right
C. Moving from side to side in a straight line
D. Moving in a zigzag pattern across the floor

16. What us the correct execution of the "stamp" movement in folk dance?
A. Bringing the foot down forcefully onto the ground
B. Lightly touching the floor with the toes
C. Gliding one foot forward
D. Hopping on one leg

17. What does the term "sarok" mean in Philippine folk dance?
A. A quick spin on one foot
B. A leap into the air followed by a clap
C. A step backward with a pivot
D. A movement where one foot crosses in front and the body bends slightly forward

18. Which movements best describe the "slide" step?

A. One-foot glides smoothly after the other
B. Jumping rapidly in place
C. Twirling around in a circle
D. Hopping and landing on both feet

19. What does "mincing" mean in folk dance?

A. A series of high jumps in a straight line
B. A sweeping motion of the arms overhead
C. A coordinated spin with a bow
D. A pattern of small, quick steps

20. What does the term "point" mean in dance terminology?

A. To extend the toe forward without placing weight on it
 B. To hop and spin in one motion
C. To quickly slide the foot backward
D. To clap hands while turning in place

C. Dance steps

21. In the "Touch step," what is the basic movement pattern?

A. Step, close
B. Heel-place, close
C. Point, close
D. Step, hop

[Link] is the "Close step" performed?

A. Step, hop
B. Step, close
C. Heel-place, close
D. Point, close

23. What is the correct sequence for the "Change step"?

A. Step, close, step
B. Step, hop
C. Step, cross
D. Heel-place, close

24. Which sequence describes the "Heel and toe Change step"?
A. Heel-place, toe-point, step, close, step
B. Leap, close, turn, hop
C. Step, hop, leap, step
D. Slide, kick, turn, step

25, What comes after the "cross-step" in the "Contraganza step"?

A. Hop
B. Close
C. Step
D. Leap

26. Which step involves moving diagonally with a leap and crossing legs?
A. Contraganza step
B. Touch step
C. Hop step
D. Close step

27. Which steps are combined in a "Touch step" and "Close step" sequence?
A. Point, close, step, close
B. Hop, point, turn, step
C. Leap, turn, slide, step
D. Glide, stomp, cross, hop

28. In the "Change step," what is the second movement?

A. Close
 B. Cross
C. Hop
D. Leap
29. Which step includes a "heel-place, close" pattern?
A. Touch step
B. Bleking step
C. Cross step
D. Habanera step

30. What is the first movement in the "Heel and toe Change step"?
A. Step
B. Close
C. Heel-place
D. Cross

D. Dance literature
31. Which folk dance mimics the movements of a duck?
A. Pandanggo
B. Itik-Itik
C. Maglalatik
D. Kuratsa

32. Which Philippine folk dance is typically performed during festive occasions and involves
balancing oil lamps on the head and hands?
A. Pandanggo sa Ilaw
B. Subli
C. Kuratsa
D. Tinikling

33. What is the main feature of the dance "Maglalatik"?

A. Use of coconut shells
B. Use of bamboo poles
C. Balancing oil lamps
D. Depiction of courtship

34. What agricultural product is highlighted in the dance "Maglalatik"?

A. Coconut shells
B. Rice grains
C. Bamboo poles
D. Mango fruits

35. Which element of "Tinikling" best reflects its connection to the natural environment?
A. The use of costumes
B. The movement imitating the tikling bird avoiding bamboo traps
C. The music accompanying the dance
D. The props used in the dance

36. The "Binasuan" dance involves what kind of performance?

A. Fight scene
 B. Courtship
C. Bamboo pole-clapping
D. Balancing glasses on the head and hands

37. The dance "Cariñosa" is traditionally performed as a part of which cultural influence?
A. American
B. Chinese
C. Indian
D. Spanish

38. In "Singkil," what do the clashing bamboo poles represent?

A. The gates of a palace
B. A royal court
C. The obstacles faced by the princess
D. The walls of a fortress

39. What type of dance is "Itik-Itik" classified as?

A. Religious dance
B. War dance
C. Mimetic dance
D. Courtship dance

40. What does the bamboo represent in the "Tinikling" dance?

A. Boundaries of a field
B. The walls of a village
C. Pathways in a rice field
D. The traps set by farmers for birds