The Filipino Self (Lesson 10) Flashcards
The Philippines as we know it today has only emerged in the 1890’s after over _____ centuries of colonization of the Spaniards.
Three
Liberation from the last colonizers, the Japanese, only occurred in
1946
Foreign ___________ have made a huge
dent on our own by setting a
foundation to the contemporary
Filipino identity and culture.
Culture
Beliefs
Language
Religion
To date, ______________ remains an
issue.
Colonial Mentality
In this lesson, you will learn that an individual’s ________________ are not the only factors that make a person’s national identity.
Race
Ethnicity
Physical characteristics
are also important indicators that set apart one nationality from the other.
Values
Traits
are often referenced to globally renowned personalities like Manny Pacquiao, Lea Salonga, Michael Cinco, and Catriona Gray.
Filipinos
according to 1987 Philippine Constitution, Filipino citizens are “…those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines, those born before _____________, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority (18 years old), and those who are naturalized in accordance with law.”
January 17, 1973
is not the only marker of being a Filipino.
Citizenship
Culture and history have greatly influenced the manner Filipino ____________ to date.
Learn
Live
Behave
People who were born and grew up in the same culture develop and share common
Personality traits
Values
The Philippines is a _______________-
famous for its grandiose mountain views,
pristine beaches, and rich and diverse
culture changing from province to
province.
Lush island paradise
While the Philippines may be well-known
for its awe-inspiring beauty, perhaps the
Filipinos’ __________________ make the country a place to be.
Unique traits
Reputable values
Laudable talents
13 unique Filipino traits
The Filipino Hospitality
Respect for elders
Close family ties
Cheerful personality
Self-sacrifice
Bayanihan
“Bahala na” attitude
Colonial mentality
Mañana habit
Ningas kugon
Pride
Crab mentality
Filipino time
A Filipino trait that is known everywhere is the Filipino’s brand of
hospitality
They are also fond of giving “pasalubong” or _____ from their travels
toes
“pabaon” or __________ gifts to their visitors
farewell
has been a coping strategy for many Filipinos especially during trying times and calamities.
Smiling
can be seen as an extension of the Filipino
hospitality.
Self-sacrifice
they are regarded as the modern day Filipino heroes.
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW)
is the spirit of communal unity and cooperation of Filipinos.
Bayanihan
It is also about giving without expecting something in return.
Bayanihan
This trait is particularly manifested in how
Filipinos rally themselves to send aid to
those who are severely affected by natural
calamities.
Bayanihan
“Bahala na” is the Filipino version of the famous line
“Hakuna Matata”
