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Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

Angelica Ignacio TV

107K views 8 years ago

Warm-up Questions

When you hear “cultures and traditions of Filipinos,” what traditions do you think the video will mention?
What influences (countries or cultures) do you expect to hear about in a video about the Philippines?
Do you think family is an important value in Filipino culture? Why or why not?

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Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

Cultural influences and a respect greeting (00:00 – 01:35)

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1. According to the video, Filipino culture is influenced by many groups the people have interacted with. Which influences are mentioned?

Only American and British culture
Malaya and Hispanic culture, plus Chinese, ancient Arabs, and other Asian cultures
Only Chinese culture

2. How do children or young people show respect when greeting or saying goodbye to elders?

They take the elder’s right hand and touch the back of it lightly to their forehead
They shake hands with both hands and look down
They bow deeply and clap

3. What is the gesture believed to provide, besides showing respect?

Money as a gift
Good luck in exams
Blessings from elders

Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

Hospitality and close family ties (01:35 – 02:36)

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1. How are foreign visitors treated in the country, according to the video?

With suspicion
With the utmost respect
Only well during business meetings

2. When is Filipino hospitality said to be clearly seen?

Only during weddings
Only in big cities
During fiestas and holidays

3. What does the video say is an outstanding cultural value Filipinos have?

Living alone independently
Close family ties
Avoiding family reunions

Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

Bayanihan: communal unity and community spirit (02:36 – 03:16)

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1. What does the video say bayanihan means?

The spirit of communal unity or effort to achieve a particular objective
A type of holiday food
A private competition for success

2. What famous example of bayanihan is mentioned?

People building a bridge alone
Neighbors carrying a house to a new location
Families traveling abroad together

3. In the modern use described, what do people NOT expect when they help?

Hard work
Recognition or personal gain
A clear objective

Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

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1. What is the main purpose of the video?

To compare Philippine weather to other countries
To describe several Filipino cultural values and traditions
To teach viewers how to cook Filipino dishes

2. Which theme appears in multiple parts of the video?

Space travel and technology
Respect and community relationships
Shopping and fashion

3. How does the video present Filipino culture overall?

As identical to all other Asian cultures
As influenced by history and many cultures
As having no outside influence

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

Cultures and Traditions of Filipinos (Philippines)

Do you have a traditional way to show respect to elders in your culture? How is it similar or different?
What does “hospitality” mean to you, and how do people show it where you live?
Why do you think close family ties are important in some cultures? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
Can you think of an example of “communal unity” (like bayanihan) in your community or country?