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Arts
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
Iloilo Churches
A Living Architectural Legacy
MAPEH – Grade 7
Quarter 2 – Module 1: Iloilo Churches: A Living Architectural Legacy
First Edition, 2020

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Arts
Quarter 2 – Module 1:
Iloilo Churches
A Living Architectural Legacy
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
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 Let Us Learn
Before we start, I would like to know how far you know about
the Arts and Crafts of Visayas. Specifically, it seeks to achieve the
learning competency 1. Identifies the characteristics of arts and crafts
in specific areas in MIMAROPA and the Visayas; A7EL-IIa-2
2. Discusses the elements from traditions/history of a community
for one’s artwork; A7PR-IIf-2

And we will focus our learning objectives with the following:

1. Identify characteristics of Iloilo churches;

2. Discuss elements from the traditions/history of Iloilo reflected
in the churches.

Are you ready? Let’s do this. Now, let us start learning about this
module. See you and good luck!

Let Us Try
Puzzle It Out!
Instruction: Using any drawing material, arrange the picture puzzle
pieces from Table A, by drawing it in the Table B.
Table A Table B

Guide Questions:
1. In the picture you have arranged, what building or structure was
being formed?

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2. What is this building or structure made for?

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 Let Us Study
Arts of the Visayas

Molo and Miag-ao Churches of Iloilo

Iloilo City is on Panay Island in the Philippines, located in the center of

the Philippine archipelago. The Spanish colonial influence is firmly imprinted
in Iloilo's history and cultural background and the architectural perspective
like churches and old houses.
When the Spaniards first set foot in the islands of Visayas, they
introduced the Catholic religion and used it to gain the people's trust. They
built churches that helped propagate their faith.
Throughout history, architecture has stood as a representation of
society, reflecting the values, successes, and eventual downfall of civilizations
over time. From the monumental structures to the residences and buildings
that make up the foundation of a city, we can learn a lot about who they were
and who inhabited them long before our time.

Molo Church in Iloilo depicts the fusion of Gothic and Renaissance

styles. The spires of the two towers of the church and the interior elements,
such as the altar and pulpits,
show the church's gothic
characteristics. It is built with
white coral rock and is considered
one of the most beautiful churches
in the Philippines.

It is said that this a

“Women’s church” because of the
16 women saints inside. It's St.
Ann, the mother of Blessed Virgin
Mary.

Photo by: Kim Mabaquiao of www.wordpress.com

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Miag-ao Church in Iloilo is an example of Baroque Romanesque architecture
that shows through its massive quality, thick walls, round arches, sturdy
piers, groin vaults, large towers, and decorative arcades.
It is famous for its artistic
sculptural relief carved in the
façade of the church that stands
as the living legacy of rich
culture and illustrates the way of
life of the people of Miag-ao,
anchored in a strong foundation
of Christian faith. It is also
acclaimed as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.

Photo by: Geejay Gelogo of Geejay Travel Log

Follow up question:
What were the distinct characteristics of the Iloilo churches shown in
the pictures?

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 Let Us Practice
DISCUSSION CIRCLE

In the space provided below, discuss how Iloilo's

traditions/history are being reflected in their architecture,
particularly in their churches: Molo and Miag-ao.

Criteria

Relevance -5

Organization of words -5
Total = 10 pts

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 Let Us Practice More
In the table provided below, identify the characteristics and
background history of the given artwork.

Medium/
Artwork Art Form Style
Material

Name: ____________

Name: ____________

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 Let Us Remember

Arts of Visayas: Molo and Miag-ao Churches

• Molo Church depicts the fusion of Gothic and Renaissance styles.
And It is built with white coral rock and was known as one of the
most beautiful churches in the country. It is said to be “Women’s
church” because of the 16 women saints inside.

• Miag-ao Church is an example of a Baroque-Romanesque

architecture. And it is famous for its artistic sculptural relief carved
in the front of the church. Thus, it was acclaimed as a UNESCO
(United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
World Heritage site.

Let Us Assess
Direction: Encircle the letter of your answer

1. What church in Iloilo is famous for its artistic sculptural relief in the
façade of the church?
a. Molo Church c. San Pedro Church
b. Miag-ao Church d. The Ruins

2. What distinct feature shows the gothic characteristics of the Molo

church?
a. 16 women saints are inside c. spires if the two towers
b. Saint Ann is the patron saint d. external landscape

3. Miag-ao church shows its massive quality, thick walls, round arches,
sturdy piers, groin vaults, large towers, and decorative arcades. What
architectural style is being described?
a. Neoclassical c. Renaissance
b. Gothic d. Baroque-Romanesque

4. Why are churches important in a community?

a. Propagation of faith c. To earn funds
b. Tourist attraction d. Only a design

5. What materials are used in building the Molo and Miag-ao churches?
a. cement c. white coral rocks
b. clay d. metal

6. What influences are imprinted in Iloilo’s architectural perspective like

churches and old houses?
a. Chinese influence c. African influence
b. Spanish colonial d. Modernize style

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7. Which part of the Philippine group of islands Iloilo is located?
a. Mindanao c. Panay Island
b. Northern Luzon d. Central Luzon

8. What artwork does Iloilo known for?

a. Textile c. Mat weaving
b. Ceramic pots d. Church and Old Houses

9. Who is the patron saint of Molo church?

a. St. Ann c. St. Veronica
b. St. Scholastica d. St. Magdalene

10. Who introduced the Catholic religion in the Islands of Visayas?

a. Americans c. Filipino
b. Spaniards d. Japanese

11. Which art styles are being fused in the architectural elements of
Molo church?
I. Gothic III. Baroque
II. Romanesque IV. Renaissance
a. I and II c. II and IV
b. III and II d. I and IV

12. Which art styles are shown the architectural elements of Miag-ao
church?
I. Gothic III. Baroque
II. Romanesque IV. Renaissance
a. I and II c. II and IV
b. III and II d. I and IV

13. What was the architectural site in Iloilo acclaimed as a UNESCO

World Heritage Site?
a. The Ruins c. Miag-ao church
b. Esplanade d. Molo Church

14. Molo and Miag-ao church are known as _____________ art form.
a. Architectural art c. Painting
b. Textile art d. Festival

15. Architecture has stood as a representation of society, reflecting the

values, successes, and eventual downfall of civilizations over time.
Which of the following is an example of architecture?
a. buildings c. monuments
b. houses d. all the above

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 Let Us Enhance
From your readings and understanding above, describe in your
own words the concepts below:

1. Church-__________________________________________________________
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2. Architecture- _____________________________________________________
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3. Art style- __________________________________________________________

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4. History/Tradition- ________________________________________________
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5. Community- ______________________________________________________
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Let Us Reflect

Today you have learned the Arts of the Visayas, particularly the
churches of Iloilo. The arts of Visayas, as you discovered, show the colorful
and rich influence of the Spanish conqueror. Their designs are derived from
their surroundings and represent their community. Some are used for
religious activities, while others have a utilitarian function and even become
a large industry. Architecture, for example, is a representation of society.
Architecture exists to create the physical environment in which people live at
its roots, but architecture is more than just the built environment. It is also a
part of our culture. It stands as a representation of how we see ourselves and
how we see the world.
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Congratulations! You have accomplished this module, and you did a
great job! I hope you enjoy answering this module and continue this
enthusiasm with the following modules. See you! God Bless

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Guide Questions:
1. Church
2. A place for worship
Follow up Question:
The Molo church depicts Gothic-
renaissance style while, Miag-ao shows
Baroque-romanesque respectively.
1. B 11. D Act: Discussion Table
2. C 12. B
The churches were built to help propagate the
3. D 13. C faith of the people in the community. Church
also stands as the living legacy of a rich
4. A 14. A culture and illustrates the way of life of the
5. C 15. D people, anchored in a strong foundation of
Christian faith.
6. B
7. C
8. D
9. A
10. B
Name Art Form Medium/ Style
Material
White Coral Fusion of Gothic
Molo Church Architecture
rock and Renaissance
Miag-ao Coral, rock and Baroque and
Architecture
Church stone Romanesque
Answer Key
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myKIL. “Molo Church, Iloilo”. Flickr, February 21, 2009.
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