Philippine Education Through the Ages

Which best describes the Pre-Spanish education system?

• B. Community-based and practical learning

• C. Book-based knowledge

• D. Government-run institutions

• A. Religious-based instruction

Who primarily ran schools during the Spanish period?

• A. Barangay leaders

• C. Catholic friars and religious orders

• D. Public school teachers

• B. Local government officials

What was the primary medium of instruction during the American era?

• D. Ilocano

• B. English

• C. Mandarin

• A. French

During the Japanese occupation, what subject was emphasized?

• E. Japanese history

• F. Mathematics

• G. Art appreciation

• D. Nihongo and vocational education

What was a major educational goal of the Commonwealth government?

• B. Encourage cultural assimilation

• C. Build a sense of nationalism and prepare for independence

• A. Foster local governance

• D. Increase access to education