7 - MAHABAGIN Hala Bira! (The Ati-atihan Festival)

The Ati-atihan Festival shows many character traits of the people of Kalibo. Which of the following is not a character trait of the festival?

• creative

• religious

• friendly

• self centered

Why do you think this festival is dubbed as the 'Mother of Philippine Festivals'?

• Most participants are mothers.

• It is the oldest festival in the country.

• The whole event is dedicated to all mothers.

• The main theme of the festival is about Mother Nature.

What meter is used in the Ati-atihan music?

• duple

• triple

• quadruple

• free time

Why do the participants of this festival paint their skin black?

• To look like the first inhabitants of the island

• To serve as protection from the heat of the sun

• To easily matches the color of their costumes

• To use a color that can be easily produced

The instruments used in the Ati-atihan festival are _____ instruments. Which of the following will best complete the thought of the sentence?

• percussion

• stringed

• wood wind

• brass wind

What sector of the society is primarily benefited in this kind of event?

• tourism

• agriculture

• industry

• religious

As a student, how can you help promote this kind of activity?

• I will watch more videos from the internet.

• I will perform well during activities like this in the MAPEH class.

• I will make future researches regarding the festival.

• I will write my own story about the festival.

Which character trait best describes the Aetas in the history of this festival?

• creative

• good hunter

• patriotic

• friendly

Based on the stories about the origin of the Ati-atihan festival, what type of festival does this event belong?

• religious

• secular

• Both religious and secular

• none

Ati-atihan festival is considered as one of the greatest street parties in the world. Why do you think the international critics said so?

• The music is very loud.

• The dance step is very easy to learn.

• The participants wear colorful costumes.

• The people watching the parade are not just spectators but can participate as well.