CPAR 2MQ Exam

Which of the following is a local material from Pangasinan commonly used in weaving mats and baskets?

• Driftwood

• Buri leaves

• Rattan

• Inabel fabric

Region 1 is home to diverse traditional crafts and one of its most celebrated textiles is the Inabel. Which
               province in Region 1 is known for “Inabel,” a traditional woven cotton fabric?

• Pangasinan

• Ilocos Sur

• Pangasinan

• La Union

La Union’s shoreline provides artists with natural materials that are frequently transformed into creative
                artworks. What material from La Union is often repurposed into art pieces from coastal sources?

• Salt crystals

• Bamboo

• Terra cotta clay

• Rice straw

Artists often choose native resources in their works because these materials mirror the traditions, stories,
and way of life of their community. Why is the use of local materials in contemporary artworks considered an expression of cultural identity?

• They are cheaper than imported materials.

• They are modern and trendy.

• They are easier to transport.

• They reflect the traditions and way of life of the region.

Both Pangasinan and the Ilocos provinces make use of natural materials, yet bamboo and rattan serve artists in distinct ways. How does the use of bamboo in Pangasinan compare to the use of rattan in the Ilocos
               provinces in terms of functionality?

• . Bamboo is weaker than rattan.

• Bamboo is only decorative, while rattan is not.

• Rattan cannot be sculpted, unlike bamboo.

• Both materials are flexible but rattan is more suitable for furniture.

   

Both materials are flexible but rattan is more suitable for furniture.

 

• Imported synthetic resin

• Buri leaves

• Plastic sheets

• Spray-painted Styrofoam

Which of the following best explains why using local materials can enhance the authenticity of an artwork?

• They carry cultural significance tied to the community

• They require less artistic effort

• They are cheaper to acquire

• They are available in unlimited supply

Which natural element from La Union is transformed into both sculptures and installations due to its                crystalline texture?

• Driftwood

• Clay      

• Rice Straw

• Salt crystals

A Grade 12 student wants to make a school project about sustainability. Which local material would best support their advocacy?

• Plastic bottles

• Imported acrylic paint

• Recycled rice straw

• Metal scraps

If a cultural center in Ilocos Norte wishes to highlight traditional weaving, which material should be emphasized?

• Inabel fabric

• Buri palm leaves

• Rattan vines

• Driftwood