"Timawa" were free people in ancient Filipino society, different from nobles and slaves. They did not serve as slaves but also had no royal status. They could own land, join battles, and live independently. Timawa had more freedom than slaves but still had to serve the ruling class sometimes.
"Ladino" were Filipinos during Spanish rule who could speak both Spanish and their native language. They acted as translators and writers, helping Filipinos and Spaniards communicate. Many Ladinos wrote early Filipino literature and spread knowledge. They were important in history because they helped preserve Filipino culture while learning Spanish ways.
"Traditional clothing" refers to the special clothes worn by people in the past or during cultural events. In the Philippines, examples include the Barong Tagalog for men and the Baro't Saya for women. These outfits show Filipino identity, history, and traditions, often worn at weddings, festivals, and formal gatherings.
"Oral tradition" is the way stories, history, and knowledge are passed from one generation to another by speaking instead of writing. It includes folktales, myths, songs, and proverbs. Many cultures use oral tradition to teach lessons, share beliefs, and keep their history alive before written records existed.
"Democracy" is a system of government where people have the power to choose their leaders through voting. In a democracy, everyone has rights and can express their opinions. Leaders are responsible for listening to the people. This system promotes fairness, freedom, and equality in decision-making for a country or community.