Question 1

What is the primary purpose of art as a "cultural mirror"?

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To reflect societal values, beliefs, and experiences

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To entertain audiences

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To generate profit for artists

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To compete in international art contests

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a form of cultural expression of art?

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Modern technology

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Religious symbolism

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Traditional crafts

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Indigenous art

Question 3

What does Philippine truck art (e.g., jeepney designs) often reflect?

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Local customs, religious beliefs, and political statements

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Abstract mathematical concepts

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Foreign advertising campaigns

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Global fashion trends

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of oral literature from the Ifugao?

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Hudhud

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Sitsiritsit Alibangbang

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Atin Ku Pung Singsing

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Sarung Banggi

Question 5

What is the main theme of the Sitsiritsit Alibangbang art exhibition?

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Social commentary on poverty and child abuse

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Exploring modern architecture

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Promoting tourism in the Philippines

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Celebrating Filipino independence

Question 6

What does the ring symbolize in the Kapampangan folk song Atin Ku Pung Singsing ?

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The Alaya , representing the Kapampangan spirit and identity

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A traditional wedding custom

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A political alliance

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A romantic gift

Question 7

How does drag performance in the Philippines contribute to social change?

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By raising awareness about LGBTQ+ rights and gender discrimination

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By promoting fast food culture

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By reviving ancient agricultural practices

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By focusing solely on entertainment without deeper messages

Question 8

What is the significance of T’nalak Weaving among the T’boli people?

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It captures their cultural identity and heritage

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It is used for commercial mass production

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It imitates Western fashion trends

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It serves as a tool for political propaganda

Question 9

Why was the song Atin Ku Pung Singsing considered a sacred song during the revolution?

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It contained coded messages for Katipuneros using symbolic language

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It was sung in churches

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It was composed by a Spanish friar

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It was used to teach children arithmetic

Question 10

What new perspective about art is expressed by Maurice Merleau-Ponty in his article Eye and Mind?

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Art is a reality independent of the artist and those perceiving it.

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Art is an imitation of reality

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Art is an expression of truth

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Art is and expression of the artist

Question 11

How does the artwork IN/D/AY by Renz Baluyot critique societal norms?

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By highlighting the labor and identity of Filipino domestic helpers through a resting duster

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By depicting a luxurious lifestyle

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By showcasing high-fashion designs

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By promoting urbanization

Question 12

What deeper meaning does the line "Ninu Mang Manakit, King Singsing Kung Mana" hold in Atin Ku Pung Singsing ?

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A metaphor for reclaiming one’s cultural identity and spirit (Alaya )

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A political slogan against colonialism

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A romantic declaration

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A reference to agricultural practices

Question 13

Why is the Sarung Banggi folk song considered a love ballad with cultural significance?

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It reflects Bicolano traditions and emotions tied to a mystical encounter

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It critiques modern relationships

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It was composed for a royal wedding

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It promotes tourism in Bicol

Question 14

How does Philippine drag performance challenge societal norms in a predominantly Catholic country?

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By advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and questioning rigid gender roles

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By replicating Western drag culture without local adaptation

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By rejecting all religious influences

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By using humor to avoid serious topics

Question 15

What is the transformative power of art in as far as culture and society is concerned?

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Art bridges individual and collective experiences, challenging or reinforcing societal norms

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Art’s sole purpose is commercial gain

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Art is only a reflection of personal emotions

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Art can replace technology in solving societal problems

Question 16

According to Heidegger, what is the dynamic relationship between "earth" and "world" in the artwork?

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The artwork establishes a tension between earth (the hidden, material foundation) and world (the historical, cultural "opening"), revealing truth (aletheia ).

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Earth represents the artist’s emotions, while world reflects the audience’s interpretation.

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Earth and world are irrelevant distinctions; the artwork’s essence lies solely in its symbolic representation.

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The artwork harmonizes earth (materiality) and world (cultural context) to create aesthetic beauty.

Question 17

How does Heidegger critique traditional metaphysical definitions of a "thing" (e.g., as a subiectum with accidens )?

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He argues that this framework fails to grasp the artwork’s essence because it reduces art to mere objecthood, ignoring its revelatory power.

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He accepts the traditional view but adds that art transcends it.

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He rejects it entirely, claiming that art cannot be understood through metaphysical categories.

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He redefines "thing" as purely functional, aligning it with utilitarian objects (equipment ).

Question 18

What does Heidegger mean by art as aletheia (truth as "unconcealment")?

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Art reveals and conceals Being simultaneously, making truth visible in a dynamic process.

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Art corresponds to reality through accurate representation.

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Art is a metaphor for scientific discovery and empirical truth.

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Art expresses the artist’s subjective emotions or intentions.

Question 19

Why does Heidegger claim that neither the artist nor the artwork is the ultimate origin of art?

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Because both artist and artwork arise from "art itself," which Heidegger identifies as a primordial happening of truth.

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Because art is a product of historical trends and collective culture, not individual genius.

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Because the term "art" is meaningless without institutional validation (e.g., museums).

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Because art originates from divine inspiration, not human creators.

Question 20

How does Heidegger distinguish the artwork from equipment (utilitarian objects)?

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The artwork transcends its materiality to reveal truth, whereas equipment is tied to its usefulness.

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The artwork is purely symbolic, while equipment has no symbolic meaning.

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The artwork lacks functionality, while equipment is defined by its use.

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The artwork exists only in museums, while equipment exists in daily life.

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