Mandaue Christian School Inc.
ID 404573
Understanding Culture, Society and Politics
Mid Term Exam
Second Sem. 2020-2021
Name__________________________________________________
Score:__________
Enumeration:
1-5 Some changes in fashion, food preparations, due to Korean, American, Chines,
Japanese and other influences in the last 5 years among the youth.(10 points)
Changes Country of Origin( Where that it
Ex. Samyupsal originated)
Korea
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6-8 Existence of Political Dynasties in the Philippines ( 6 pts)
Ex.
Mayor Jonas Cortes ( uncle) Emamalyn Cortes Zafra( niece)
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9-10 In the Eskaya Tribe, write some distinct features in their culture . ( Unsa ang na
a ra nila nga wala sa uban)
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11-20 List some ways which are uniquely Filipino according to the video FILIPINO/ or
as observed by foreigners
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21-24 examples of Ethnocentric comments or behavior
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25-30 Write statements/reaction to show Cultural Relativism
Situation Your statement/ reaction
25. You are offered dried grasshoppers
for appetizer
26. As part of the culture , you are to
drink wine before a street dance
27. You were excited to join your team
to go in a public bath in Japan( everyone
went naked as it is their custom/culture)
28. No rice only fries and mashed
potatoes
29. You are allergic to smoked fish, it is
the only dish.
30. Worshiping in another church
because you were invited be a friend and
the church goers were dancing and
crying.
31-32 How Filipinos show their respect to the elderly?
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Identification Fill in the blanks with the correct answer.
1. __________________ is the most popular way of communication today, and the
Philippines is known as the country with the most user of this mode in the World.
2. __________________ dance became so popular during the Covid 19 pandemic
that almost everyone took a video and uploaded them on social media.
3. __________________Most people cannot work in their offices, this is the new
normal, this is where most office worker do their work.
4. ___________________ is the science that deals with the study of humankind
which includes biological, social and cultural development which seeks to answer the
similarities and differences across the human race.
5. ____________________is the scientific study of written and unwritten human
language
6. ____________________is a collective heritage learned by individuals and is
passed from one generation to another.
7. _____________________ when you are able to communicate with the use of
words, culture is shared in a more meaningful way.
8. _____________________ is perceiving one’s culture as superior
9. _____________________is viewing another culture with respect without
necessarily accepting it.
10. ____________________ the most popular Legend about the Origin of Man in the
Philippines.
Tangible or Intangible Cultural Heritage- write the correct answer on the blank
1. ____________________ Dandansoy is a popular song in the Visayas Region.
2. _____________________Fort San Pedro was built to protect the Cebuanos from
Muslim and foreign invaders.
3. Bahay na Bato in Carcar has been declared by UNESCO as a National Cultural
Heritage.
4. _____________________ Ang Onggoy Kong Gamay is a poem by an unknown
author, almost all people ages 60 and above have memorized it.
5. ______________________ Lupang Hinirang was written by Jullian Felipe. This is
our national Anthem.
6. ______________________ Sinulog Dance Steps dates back to the 15 th century .
7. _______________________Apo Whang-od Oggoy is the oldest tattoo artist in the
Philippines.
8. _______________________Basilica Minor del Sto. Nino is one of the oldest
symbol of Christianity particularly Roman Catholicism in Cebu
9. _______________________Magellan’s Cross is a symbol of Christianity.
10. ______________________Matud Nila was popularized by Pelita Corales. The
tempo has never been changed.
Explain. Choose to answer 4 questions only
1. Why is it important to know the origin and destiny of man?
2. Explain Biblical Creation theory vs. Darwin Theory of Evolution
3. Why are Filipino women beautiful and caring? Quote some historical events to
support your answer.
4. Explain why should there be social control in a community? Give at least 3
examples of social control in a community.
5. Is being an LGBT Q Plus, deviant or conformity ? Why? Why not?
6. Explain according to citizenship why you are a Filipino?( Mr. Web, you might
want to answer this Why am I not a Filipino citizen?)
