REVIEWER IN PE
found throughout the islands and is a
1. Developed by people that reflect the life
of the people of a certain country or
region
2. An indigenous dance of any specific
“folk” or the common people
3. They are traditional customary or
recreational dance forms of a given
country
4. Came from tribes’rituals, prayers, and
celebrations
5. Some places of _________ regions have
Spanish and European influence
6. The oldest form of dance and the earliest
form of communication
7. It is the kind of dance that they
themselves have performed that is
influenced by their beliefs, religion and
tradition. Many of them were also
influenced by
the occupiers in their area.
8. __________region was inspired by
animal movements and shape by the
Muslim Culture.
9. incorporates influences from immigrants
and conquerors while at the same time
maintaining distinctly Filipino roots
10. true reflection of daily life in past
centuries while enchanting modern
audiences at the same time.
11. depict actions of a particular occupation
12. associated with religion, vows and
ceremonies. (e.g. Dugsu, Sua-sua)
13. depict funny movements for
entertainment. (e.g. Kinotan,
Makonggo)
14. done with play elements. (e.g. Lubi-lubi,
Pavo)
15. performed during wedding feasts. (e.g.
Panasahan)
16. depict the art of courtship. (e.g. Hele-
hele, Tadek, Pantomina)
17. suitable for special occasions. (e.g.
Pandanggo, Habanera)
18. show imagery combat. (e.g. Sagayan,
Palu-palo)
19.
well known kind of dance across the
country.
20. Originated from Spain
21. commonly performed at formal affairs
like inaugural balls where prominent
members of the government participate
and enjoy.
22. a word that describes an affectionate,
friendly and lovable woman
23. This dance is performed in flirtatious
manner with fans and handkerchiefs to
assist the dancers, hide-and-seek
movements.
24. found in specific locality.
25. is considered the national folkdance
with a pair of dancers hopping between
two bamboo poles held just above the
ground and struck together in time to
music
26. Originated from Leyte Province
27. this dance is in fact a mimic movement
of tikling birds, hopping over trees,
grass stems or over bamboo traps set by
farmers
28. this dance is one of the most popular
dance in the Philippines and the favorite
in Batangas.
29. This dance is simply ceremonial in
nature and this is performed
as homage to the Holy Cross
30. Dances reflects rituals which celebrate
their daily lives - a good harvest, health,
peace, war, and other symbols of living
31. Dances reflects Christianity, and
European art and culture
32. They are known for their mysticism,
royalty, and beauty which are evident in
their music and dances
33. marked by intricate hand and arm
movement along with shimmering cost
34. Also known as Ethnic dances
35. There are dances which have managed
to steer clear of European influences and
to this day without visible foreign
characteristics
36. Reflects the simple life of the people in 53. There is ______, if any, bodily contact.
the barrio 54. Most of the dances are done by
37. Depicts common work, daily activities _________.
of the peasants. 55. ____ movements play an important part.
38. performed on top of a narrow bench 56. Most dances are in ____ formation.
39. Dancers need good balance as they go 57. Most dances begin and end with
through a series of movements that _______
include some impressive acrobatics 58. Dances from the ______ have more
40. This dance traces its roots back to the foreign elements those found in the
areas of Pangapisan, Lingayen and uplands
Pangasinan 59. __________ are found among non-
41. mimetic folk dance in The Philippines Christian tribes.
42. It originated in the province of Surigao 60. means Polka in the Village.
in Mindanao 61. It was popular and originated in the
43. the dance steps imitate the movements Province of Batangas in the Spanish
of ducks among rice paddies and time
swamplands, such as wading, flying, 62. . It was usually danced during town
and short, choppy steps. Fiestas and big social gatherings
44. a courtship dance that portrays acts of 63. The dance may be performed by a group
flirtation between a man and a woman of four or in scattered position when it is
45. The dancers perform steps resembling done inside the ballroom
hide-and-seek movements and and peek 64. 3 basic dance steps in polka sa nayon
out at one another.
46. The essence of the dance is the courtship
between two sweethearts.
47. similar to a Spanish Fandango, but
performed while balancing three oil
lamps – one on the head, and one in
each hand.
48. It’s a lively dance that originated on
Lubang Island
49. The music is in 3/4 time and is usually
accompanied by castanets.
50. a dance originating from Lanao del Sur,
Mindanao is said to be a dance of
Muslim royalty.
51. To the rhythmic clapping of bamboo
poles, the dancers weave expertly
through crisscrossed bamboos, the ladies
dressed in elegant Muslim costumes
waving great big fans, the men flipping
brightly colored handkerchiefs right and
leftThe dancers wearing solemn faces
and maintaining a dignified pose being
dancing at a slow pace which soon
progresses to a faster tempo
52. In general, dancers stand ________.
 44. Carinosa
45. Carinosa
46. Carinosa
Answer: 47. Pandanggo sa ilaw
1. Folk Dance 48. Pandanggo sa ilaw
2. Folk dance 49. Pandanggo sa ilaw
3. Folk dance 50. Singkil
4. Philippines 51. Singkil
5. Tagalog 52. Apart
6. Folk dance 53. Little
7. Folk dance 54. Pairs or couples
8. Visayan 55. Hand
9. History of Philippine folk dance 56. Long
10. Philippine folk dancing 57. Saludo
11. Occupational dances 58. Lowlands
12. Religious/ceremonial dances 59. War dances
13. Comic dances 60. Polka sa Nayon
14. Game dances 61. Polka sa Nayon
15. Wedding dances 62. Polka sa NAyon
16. Courtship dances 63. Polka sa Nayon
17. Festival dances 64. Plain polka step pattern, heel and toe
18. War dances polka, change step: step pattern
19. National dances
20. Rigodon
21. Rigodon
22. Carinosa
23. Carinosa
24. Local dances
25. Tinikling
26. Tinikling
27. Tinikling
28. Subli-batangas
29. Subli-batangas
30. Cordillera dance
31. Spanish influence dance
32. Muslim dance
33. Muslim dance
34. Tribal dance
35. Rural dance
36. Rural dance
37. Rural dance
38. Sayaw sa bangko
39. Sayaw sa bangko
40. Sayaw sa bamgko
41. Itik itik
42. Itik itik
43. Itik itik

Fundamental Position of Folk Dancing
(5 and 8 Positions)
FIRST POSITION (ARMS AND
FOOT)
 Arms are raised forward in a circle
in front of the chest with fingertips
of both hands about an inch apart.
 The feet position is executed with
the heels together and toes apart at
an angle of about ninety degrees or
more
SECOND POSITION (ARMS AND
FOOT)
 The arms are placed sideways a
little below shoulder level with
palms facing up.
 The feet position is performed with
feet sideward about a pace apart
with heels parallel each other
THIRD POSITION (ARMS AND
FOOT)
 One arm is raised in a semi-circle
slightly in front of the head
(amplified position while the other
arm remains as in second position)
 The heel of one foot is close to the
in-step of the other foot
FOURTH POSITION (ARMS AND
FOOT)
 One arm is raised in amplified
position, while the other is as in first
position
 One foot is forward, about a pace
distance, with toes out
FIFTH POSITION (ARMS AND
FOOT)
 Both arms are raised to form a circle
over and slightly in front of the head
(amplified position).
 One foot is placed in front of the
other foot with the heel close to the
toe of the other foot
1. Costume: Girls wearing Maria Clara
or Balintawak style, Boys wearing
Barong Tagalog and Black or white
trousers.
2. Music: Composed of three parts. A,
B and C.
3. Count: One, two to a measure.
4. Formation: The dance may be
performed by a group of four or in
scattered position when it is done inside
the ballroom
Characteristics of Philippine Folk
dances:
 It is traditional.
 It is an expressive behavior.
 Simple basic rhythm dominates the folk
dance and establishes the pattern of
movement.
 An unknown choreographer creates a
folk dance.
 It performs n action in the life of folk.
Do’s in Folk Dancing
 Dance in a natural, simple and direct
manner.
 Dance with ease and smoothness.
 Use the proper costume for the dance.
 Follow directions and dance instructions
as closely as possible.
Dance with feeling and expression
Don’t’s in Folk Dancing
 Do not exaggerate the dance steps.
 Do not make the dances too dainty and
graceful like ballet
 Don’t make entrance and exit long.
 Don’t make steps too elaborate and
complicated.
 Don’t call a dance a folk dance unless
steps come from traditional dances.