history Flashcards
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physical activities were deeply intertwined with the survival and cultural practices of indigenous Filipinos
pre-spanish period
pre-spanish period
survival and tradition
known for their hunting skills, practiced running, leaping, jumping, and climbing as essential skills for foraging and protection
negritos or aetas
imitating camote stealing
Juna camote
mimicking honey gathering
pina pa-ni-lan
They also enjoyed music and dancing, with dances like “Juna Camote” (imitating camote stealing) and “Pina Pa-ni-lan” (mimicking honey gathering) reflecting their way of life.
pre-spanish period
their physical activities revolved around farming and fishing
indonesians and malays
Dancing held religious significance, performed to please gods, cure the sick, and celebrate victories in tribal wars called “Cañao.”
pre-spanish period
a dance performed to please gods, cure the sick, and celebrate victories in tribal wars
Cañao
introduced by the Malays as early as 1212, became a popular sport.
cockfighting
cockfighting
pre-spanish
spanish period
european influences and formal education
it introduced European dances like fandangos, curachas, jotas, polka, mazurkas, rigodon, and lanceros, enjoyed by the upper classes.
spanish period
colorful procession
santacruzan
hanging treats for children
pabitin
climbing a greased pole
palo sebo
horseback ring-catching
juego de anillo
shell game
sungka
hopscotch
siklot
another hopscotch variation
piko
jumping over sticks
luksong tinik
Card games like “panguingui” became popular among older folks.
spanish period
physical education was not formally included in the curriculum
spanish period
what did Ateneo de Municipal de Manila, founded by Jesuit fathers incorporate in their programs
gymnastics