Quiz on the First Mass in the Philippines

When was the first documented Catholic Mass in the Philippines held?

• March 16, 1521

• March 28, 1521

• April 1, 1521

• March 31, 1521

Who conducted the first Mass in the Philippines?

• Ruy López de Villalobos

• Antonio Pigafetta

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Father Pedro de Valderrama

What is the widely believed location of the first Mass?

• Cebu

• Homonhon

• Butuan

• Limasawa

Which historical figure is known for having the most complete account of Magellan's expedition?

• Gomez

• Antonio Pigafetta

• Ruy López de Villalobos

• Father Pedro de Valderrama

What significant event occurred on March 31, 1521, in relation to the first Mass?

• The first contact with natives

• The birth of Roman Catholicism in the Philippines

• The planting of a cross

• The arrival of Magellan

What was the name of the island where the first Mass was held?

• Limasawa

• Butuan

• Homonhon

• Cebu

Which law declared Limasawa a national shrine?

• Republic Act No. 5678

• Republic Act No. 9101

• Republic Act No. 1234

• Republic Act No. 2733

What was the name of the ruler of the island during Magellan's arrival?

• Rajah Siagu

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Rajah Kolambu

• Antonio Pigafetta

What was the purpose of the blood compact performed by Magellan and the local rulers?

• To seal friendship

• To establish trade

• To claim the land

• To convert to Christianity

What was the name of the ship that returned to Spain with Pigafetta?

• Nina

• Pinta

• Santa Maria

• Victoria