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Arnis Quiz: History, Techniques, and Terminology
Filipino Martial Arts
This quiz covers the historical origins of Arnis, its development, key figures, terminology, basic techniques, equipment, and benefits. It explores the evolution of this Filipino martial art from its indigenous roots to its recognition as a national sport.
Arnis
Martial Arts
History
24 Questions
Medium
Ages 10+
Aug 26, 2026
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24 practice questions.
This quiz covers the historical origins of Arnis, its development, key figures, terminology, basic techniques, equipment, and benefits. It explores the evolution of this Filipino martial art from its indigenous roots to its recognition as a national sport. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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1
Who fought and defeated Ferdinand Magellan?
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A
Lapu-Lapu
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B
Miguel de Legaspi
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C
Remy Amador Presas
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D
Dionisio Canete
2
In what year did Ferdinand Magellan first land in Homonhon?
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A
1519
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B
1521
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C
1564
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D
1920
3
What is the name of the battle where Lapu-Lapu defeated Ferdinand Magellan?
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A
Battle of Manila
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B
Battle of Mactan
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C
Battle of Leyte Gulf
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D
Battle of Abuyog
4
What date is the Battle of Mactan associated with?
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A
April 27, 1521
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B
April 27, 1564
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C
August 11, 1989
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D
July 1986
5
What are the '3 Gs' that motivated European explorers?
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A
Grit, Grace, Glory
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B
God, Gold, Glory
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C
Generosity, Goodness, Growth
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D
Guidance, Growth, Generosity
6
Who was the Spanish navigator and warrior who landed in Abuyog, Leyte in April 1564?
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A
Ferdinand Magellan
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B
Lapu-Lapu
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C
Miguel de Legaspi
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D
Dionisio Canete
7
Miguel de Legaspi met a warrior chief named Tupas on which island?
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A
Homonhon
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B
Abuyog
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C
Sugbo
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D
Cebu
8
What does the term 'Indiok' mean?
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A
Warrior
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B
Navigator
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C
Uncivilized
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D
Gold
9
What was the original name of the fighting art that developed into Arnis?
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A
Eskrima
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B
Kali
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C
Arnis de mano
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D
Estokada
10
Due to strong Spanish influence, the art became known as:
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A
Kali
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B
Eskrima
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C
Arnis de mano
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D
Fraile
11
Which of these was NOT an original name or term associated with Arnis de mano?
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A
Estokada
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B
Estoque
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C
Fraile
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D
Arnes
12
Native Filipinos used pieces of wood like 'bahi' or 'kamagong', and bamboo-like materials such as:
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A
Rattan or Oway
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B
Bahi or Kamagong
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C
Olisi or Baston
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D
Daga or Baraw
13
In 1873, the fighting system was renamed 'Arnis', derived from the word 'arnes' which means:
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A
Blunt instruments
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B
Fan-like motions
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C
Colorful trapping on defensive armors
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D
Weaving motion
14
The word 'Eskrima' is derived from a Spanish word meaning:
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A
A fan-like motion
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B
A game between two combatants with blunt instruments
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C
A hook strike
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D
A weaving motion
15
During which period was Eskrima popularized in the Philippines with the establishment of the Labangan Fencing Club?
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A
Spanish period
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B
American period
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C
Japanese period
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D
Pre-colonial period
16
The Labangan Fencing Club, the first arnis organization, was established in what year?
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A
1931
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B
1920
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C
1932
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D
1976
17
Who founded the Doce Pares Club in 1932?
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A
Remy Amador Presas
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B
Dionisio Canete
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C
Eulogio Canete
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D
Miguel de Legaspi
18
What is the primary aim of the National Arnis Association of the Philippines (NARAPHIL)?
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A
To promote Filipino culture
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B
To unite all arnis groups in the Philippines
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C
To establish international Arnis competitions
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D
To develop new Arnis techniques
19
Arnis Philippines (ARPHI) was formed in July 1986 with the objective to:
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A
Only preserve Arnis
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B
Promote, preserve, propagate, and regain popularity of Arnis
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C
Focus on competitive Arnis
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D
Teach only self-defense techniques
20
The First Asian Martial Arts Festival was held in Manila in what year?
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A
1979
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B
1989
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C
1976
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D
1976
21
The First National Arnis Festival took place in which city?
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A
Manila
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B
Cebu City
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C
Abuyog
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D
Leyte
22
The First World Eskrima Kali Arnis Championship was held in Manila on August 11-13 of what year?
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A
1979
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B
1986
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C
1989
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D
2009
23
Who approved the establishment of the World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (WEKAF)?
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A
Remy Amador Presas
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B
Eulogio Canete
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C
Dionisio "Diony" Canete
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D
Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
24
Who is recognized as the 'Father of Modern Arnis'?
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A
Dionisio Canete
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B
Miguel de Legaspi
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C
Remy Amador Presas
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D
Eulogio Canete
