The Condition of the Philippines during 19th CenturyRizal Quiz 4

What was a major reason why revolts in the Philippines failed in the 19th century?

• Filipinos were well-equipped but lacked a leader

• There was disunity among Filipinos

• Spain had a weak military presence in the Philippines

• The revolts were secretly supported by the Spanish government

Who led the 1826 Novales Mutiny?

• Apolinario de la Cruz

• Andres Bonifacio

• Andres Novales

• Diego Silang

What was the main reason for the Cofradía Revolt?

• Rejection from priesthood due to racial discrimination

• Increase in taxes

• Food shortage in Manila

• Opposition to American influence

How did Spain maintain control over native officials?

• By imprisoning them

• By granting them privileges

• By cutting their salaries

• By preventing them from running for office

What was one privilege given to native officials to ensure their loyalty to Spain?

• Ownership of Spanish lands

• Tax exemptions and honorary titles

• Free travel to Spain

• Control of the galleon trade

What was a significant impact of opening Manila to international trade?

• Decline in agricultural production

• Rise of the middle class

• Abolition of Spanish rule

• Economic collapse

Which economic activity flourished in the 19th-century Philippines due to international trade?

• Fishing industry

• Handicraft production

• Export of sugar, coffee, and abaca

• Mining industry

Who were the peninsulares in the 19th century?

• Spaniards born in the Philippines

• Indigenous people who worked for Spain

• Spaniards born in Spain and held high-ranking positions

• Filipino revolutionaries

Why did Mexican soldiers in the Philippines support the Novales Mutiny?

• They wanted to expand their control over the Philippines

• They resented discrimination from Spanish-born officials

• They were forced to join the revolt

• They wanted to establish a monarchy in the Philippines

What was the Cádiz Constitution?

• A document granting the Philippines independence

• A set of laws that limited the powers of the Spanish king

• A set of rules regarding the Spanish army in the Philippines

• A trade agreement between Spain and Mexico