Quiz on the First Mass in the Philippines

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

• March 31, 1521

• March 16, 1521

• April 1, 1521

• March 28, 1521

Who conducted the first Mass in the Philippines?

• Father Pedro de Valderrama

• Ruy López de Villalobos

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Antonio Pigafetta

What is the widely believed location of the first Mass?

• Cebu

• Homonhon

• Limasawa

• Butuan

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

• Ruy López de Villalobos

• Antonio Pigafetta

• Gomez

• Father Pedro de Valderrama

What was the name of the island where the first Mass was believed to be held?

• Cebu

• Mazaua

• Homonhon

• Suluan

What significant event occurred on March 31, 1521?

• The signing of a treaty

• The planting of the cross

• The arrival of Magellan

• The first Mass

Who was the ruler of the island during Magellan's arrival?

• Antonio Pigafetta

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Rajah Siagu

• Rajah Kolambu

What was the name of the law enacted to declare Limasawa a national shrine?

• Limasawa Law

• Magellan Law

• First Mass Law

• Easter Sunday Law

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

• To establish trade

• To claim land

• To convert to Christianity

• To seal friendship

Which island did Magellan's expedition first land on in the Philippines?

• Limasawa

• Homonhon

• Cebu

• Butuan