Exploring Central Visayas History

Who was the explorer that arrived in the Philippines in 1521?

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

• James Cook

• Hernán Cortés

What is the name of the famous church in Cebu dedicated to the Santo Niño?

• Our Lady of the Rule Parish

• San Pedro Church

• Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

• Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

Who was the Filipino leader that defeated Magellan?

• José Rizal

• Lapu-Lapu

• Andres Bonifacio

• Emilio Aguinaldo

What year did Lapu-Lapu defeat Magellan?

• 1519

• 1530

• 1542

• 1521

Where is the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño located?

• Manila, Philippines

• Bangkok, Thailand

• Tokyo, Japan

• Cebu City, Philippines

What is the significance of the Battle of Mactan?

• It resulted in the establishment of a Spanish colony in the Philippines.

• It was a naval battle between Spain and Portugal.

• It marks the first successful colonization of the Philippines.

• It symbolizes early Filipino resistance to colonization.

Name one historical site you can visit in Cebu.

• Fort San Pedro

• Magellan's Cross

• Taoist Temple

• Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

What does the Santo Niño represent in Filipino culture?

• The Santo Niño symbolizes wealth and prosperity.

• The Santo Niño is a representation of the Filipino national hero.

• The Santo Niño represents the spirit of the ancestors.

• The Santo Niño represents the child Jesus and symbolizes hope and faith in Filipino culture.

Who is known as the first Filipino hero?

• Andres Bonifacio

• Lapu-Lapu

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• José Rizal

What was the main reason for Magellan's arrival in the Philippines?

• To explore new territories for the Spanish crown.

• To find a new route to India for spices.

• To establish a military base against rival nations.

• To establish a trade route to the Spice Islands and spread Christianity.