Philippine History Quiz

What was the Treaty of Paris?

• A declaration of Filipino independence

• A binding agreement that ended the Spanish-American War

• An alliance between Spain and the U.S.

• A Philippine constitution

When was the Treaty of Paris signed?

• June 12, 1898

• December 10, 1898

• August 1896

• February 1899

What was one condition of the Treaty of Paris?

• Spain ceded the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million

• Spain retained control of the Philippines

• The U.S. recognized Philippine independence

• The U.S. paid $10 million to Spain

What was the main goal of the Benevolent Assimilation policy?

• To grant immediate independence to the Philippines

• To incorporate the Philippines into the American colonial system

• To establish trade between the Philippines and Spain

• To create an independent Filipino government

Which of the following was NOT an objective of Benevolent Assimilation?

• Pacify the Filipino people

• Promote Filipino sovereignty

• Economically exploit the Philippines

• Americanize Filipino society

What was a significant cultural impact of American rule?

• Strengthening traditional Filipino customs

• Introducing the American education system

• Preservation of native languages

• Decline in urban infrastructure

What legislation established a bicameral legislature in the Philippines?

• Philippine Bill of 1902

• Philippine Autonomy Act of 1916

• Treaty of Paris

• Jones Act

Who declared Philippine independence on June 12, 1898?

• Andres Bonifacio

• Apolinario Mabini

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Gregorio del Pilar

What was the Filipino reaction to the Treaty of Paris?

• Support for U.S. rule

• Strong resistance and armed struggle

• Satisfaction with the terms of the treaty

• Indifference to its implications

What was the purpose of concentration camps during American rule?

• To establish educational institutions

• To suppress resistance

• To promote Filipino autonomy

• To provide social services