Readings in Philippine History and Society Flashcards
Theories on the Formation of Philippines
- Land Bridge Theory
- Volcanic Origin
- Legend of Mu or Lemuria
- Legend of Manaul
- Continental Drift Theory
Theorizes that the Philippines was once part of the mainland Asia.
Land Bridge Theory
According to Land Bridge Theory, it was a land mass bridging the Asian continent to 1)__________, 2) _______ up to the 3)________.
- Indonesia
- New Guinea
- Australian Continent
Theorizes that the land bridges allowed for the migration of humans and animals from Asian mainland to the Philippine archipelago.
Land Bridge Theory
Proponent of Volcanic Origin Theory
Dr. Bailey Willis
Theorizes that Philippines came into existence after eruptions of volcanoes beneath the Pacific Ocean.
Volcanic Origin
The country is situated within this area which is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
Pacific Ring of Fire
Proponent of Legend of Mu or Lemuria Theory
James Churchward
According to the Legend of Mu both the Philippines and Indonesia were then part of a Pacific Continent called 1)___ or 2)___.
- Mu
- Lemuria
Theorizes that both the Philippines and Indonesia as part of the Pacific Continent sunk during the prehistoric period.
Legend of Mu or Lemuria
Theory influenced by the legend of the lost continent of Atlantis.
Legend of Mu or Lemuria
Theory based in Bisaya folklore whom Manaul is the king who guided destinies.
Legend of Manaul
In Bisaya folklore, what are the characteristics of Manaul?
Manaul is a cunning and resourceful bird who manipulated the gods Kaptan and Magauayan into battle.
In the Legend of Manaul, who is the god of the sky?
Kaptan
In the Legend of Manaul, who is the god of the sea?
Magauayan
According to this theory, the battle of the gods Kaptan and Magauayan leads to the creation of the land.
Legend of Manaul
What is formed after the battle of the god of sky and sea?
Panay Islands
Proponent of Continental Drift Theory
German meteorologist Alfred Wegener
According to this theory, Philippines along with other continents and landmasses were part of a single supercontinent which eventually broke apart and drifted to their current positions due to movement of tectonic plates.
Continental Drift Theory
A single supercontinent
Pangea
In Continental Drift Theory, the upper part of the world is called ______.
Laurasia
In Continental Drift Theory, the lower part of the world is called ______.
Gondwana
In Continental Drift Theory, the Modern world is composed of how many continents?
7 Continents
What are the Seven Continents in the world?
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- Africa
- Asia
- Australia
- Antarctica
Theories on the Peopling of Islands (Philippines).
- Creation Theory
- Migration Theory or Wave Theory
- Evolution Theory or Core Population Theory
- Sikalak and Sibkahay
Peopling of the Island theory that can be link to a Biblical account. For example in Genesis 1:1-31 (Earth) and Genesis 1:2-4 to 2:25 (Adam and Eve.)
Creation Theory
Migration Theory is also called as _______.
Wave Theory
Proponent of Wave Theory
Henrey Otley Beyer
A hypothesis that the Philippines was populated by different waves of migration from Southeast Asia.
Migration Theory or Wave Theory
How many waves of migration occurred during wave theory?
4 waves of Migration the DAIM
DAIM means
- Dawnmen
- Aetas and Negritos
- Indonesians
- Malays
Waves which migrated through land bridges.
1st (Dawnmen) and 2nd Waves (Aetas and Negritos)
Waves which migrated through boats or sea.
3rd (Indonesians) and 4th Waves (Malays)
Group of waves who are also called “Aborigines.”
2nd Wave - Aestas and Negritos
Group of waves who are known for iron age culture.
4th wave - Malays
Other term of Evolution Theory
Core Population Theory
Proponent of Core Evolution Theory
Felipe Landa Jocano
According to Felipe Landa Jocano, what theory suggests an accurate theory to explain how humans came inhabit the Philippines?
Evolution Theory of Core Population Theory
Evidence in the Core Population Theory was discovered in _________ in 1962.
Tabon Caves in Palawan
The archeologists who found the skullcap of the Tabon Man.
1) Robert Fox, and
2) Manual Santiago
In what theory that Tabon Man was found?
Evolution Theory or Core Population Theory
Theory whom Sikalak and Sibkahay are found inside a Bamboo plant, who became the first man and woman.
Sikalak and Sibkahay
Who stops the fight of Sky and the Sea and discovers Sikalak and Sibkahay?
Manaul
Sikalak and Sibkahay are also called _____ and _____.
Malakas and Maganda
9 People Who Gave the Archipelago’s Name
- Early Chinese
- 1521 - Ferdinand Magellan
- 1543 - Ruy Lopez de Villalobos
- 1751 - Fr. Juan J. Delgado
- 1896 - Dr. Jose Rizal
- American Period - American Government
- 1946 - After Independence
- 19th Century - Artemio Ricarte
- 20th Century - Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
Archipelago’s Name by
Early Chinese Traders
Ma-I (Present day Mindoro)
Ma-I in the present-day is _____.
Mindoro
Archipelago’s Name by
Ferdinand Magellan (1521)
Islas de San Lazaro (Archipelago of St. Lazarus)
Archipelago’s Name by
Ruy Lopez de Villalobos (1543)
Filipino or Las Islas Filipinas
Archipelago’s Name by
Fr. Juan J. Delgado (1751)
Pearl of the Orient
Archipelago’s Name by
Dr. Jose Rizal (1896)
Pearl of the Orient Seas
Archipelago’s Name by
American Government (American Period)
Philippine Island
Archipelago’s Name by
After Independence (1946)
Republic of the Philippines
Archipelago’s Name by
Artemio Ricarte (19th Century)
Rizaline Republic
Archipelago’s Name by
Ferdinand Marcos Sr. (20th Century)
Maharlika
What is the pre-colonial government or political unit in the country?
Barangay
What is the government system during the pre-colonial period in the country?
Chiefdom
Chieftain ruler of the Barangay or in the Muslim community is called ____.
Datu or Raja
Barangay system during pre-colonial period where there’s no national leader is called _______.
Decentralized
The datu in a barangay exercises what political power?
- executive
- legislative
- judicial
A pre-colonial judicial process which entails trial by torture.
EX. Boiling water
Trial by Ordeal
Give three practices during pre-colonial period related to economics.
Hunting, Gathering, Barter System