Philippine History Quiz

What was the Cavite Mutiny of 1872?

• A large-scale revolution against the Spanish government

• An uprising of workers and soldiers in Cavite against Spanish authorities

• A peaceful protest advocating for Filipino independence

• A religious movement demanding reforms in the Church

Who was the Governor-General who ordered the execution of GOMBURZA?

• Narciso Claveria

• Rafael de Izquierdo

• Diego de los Rios

• Jose Basco y Vargas

What was the usual number of days required for one to complete forced labor during the Spanish period?

• 20 days

• 30 days

• 40 days

• 50 days

What were the people who participated in the forced labor system called?

• Principalia

• Cedula holders

• Polistas

• Ilustrados

What was the falla?

• A tax collected to fund the Spanish military

• A payment made to be exempted from forced labor

• A tribute paid in agricultural produce

• A fine imposed for disobeying Spanish laws

The system of taxation imposed on Filipinos during the Spanish period was called the __________.

• Polo y Servicio

• Tribute

• Cedula Tax

• Encomienda

Forced labor during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines was known as __________.

• Encomienda

• Polo y Servicio

• Tributo

• Bandala

When did the Cavite Mutiny occur?

• January 20, 1872

• February 17, 1872

• December 30, 1896

• June 12, 1898

What were the primary accusations against GOMBURZA that led to their execution?

• Advocating for Filipino independence

• Leading a military rebellion in Cavite

• Being involved in the secularization movement and allegedly conspiring with mutineers

• Violating Spanish Church laws

What was the significance of GOMBURZA's execution in Philippine history?

• It ended the secularization movement in the Philippines

• It inspired future revolutionaries and nationalist movements, including Jose Rizal

• It strengthened the Spanish colonial government's power

• It marked the beginning of the Philippine-American War