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SS1C Activity-4
SS1C Activity-4
Course Code: SS 1C
Course Title: Readings in Philippine History
Activity No.:
PART I. Identification
5. Give at least one ancient writing system in the Philippines that existed prior to the coming of the
Spaniards.
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Part II.
TEST YOURSELF: Content and Contextual Analysis
1. Provide the historical context of the reading. When and where was it written? What was
the situation at the time it was written? (3pts)
2. What is the intent of Juan de Plasencia in writing this account and what is his authority in
the subject matter? (3pts)
4. What is the reading all about? Is it safe to say that Magellan “discovered” the Philippines?(3pts)
6. Based on the readings, explain the pre-hispanic government system in the Philippines.(3pts)
7. What are the 3 social castes/classes and who comprise each classes?(3pts)
9. Explain the relation of the Worship of the Tagalogs, Their Gods, and Their Burials and Superstition: (2pts each)
a) place of adoration and worship;
b) idols;
c) superstitions and other customs;
d) burying the dead;
e) Beliefs
10. What are the implications of Plasecia’s account? Does his work justify that indeed there is an early civilization in the
Philippines even before the Spaniards came?(3pts)