Philippine Society During Spanish Colonization

Who established Manila as the colonial capital in 1571?

• Miguel López de Legazpi

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Rajah Sulayman

• Rajah Lakandula

What is the belief that spirits inhabit all aspects of the natural world, and was central to pre-colonial Filipino spirituality?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Animism

• Islam

Which Spanish colonial system in the Philippines granted conquistadors control over indigenous populations in exchange for their supposed protection and Christianization, often leading to exploitation and forced labor?

• Repartimiento system

• Hacienda system

• Encomienda system

• Galleon trade

What was the primary aim of the Spanish colonial school system in the Philippines?

• To promote scientific inquiry and technological advancement among the natives.

• To train Filipinos for leadership roles in the colonial government.

• To Christianize the local population and instill obedience to Spanish rule.

• To foster a sense of national identity and resistance against colonial powers.

What was the language of instruction predominantly used in the higher levels of education during the Spanish colonial era?

• Tagalog

• Spanish

• Latin

• A mix of local dialects

The execution of this group of priests in 1872 is widely considered a turning point that fueled the growing nationalist sentiment among educated Filipinos.

• Gomez, Burgos, and Zamora (GOMBURZA)

• Rizal, del Pilar, and Lopez Jaena

• Bonifacio, Jacinto, and Aguinaldo

• Luna, Mabini, and Roxas

This long-lasting revolt in Bohol was unique for being led by a cabeza de barangay and is considered the longest revolt against Spanish rule.

• The Sumuroy Rebellion

• The Tapar Uprising

• The Dagohoy Rebellion

• The Bankaw Revolt

Which newspaper served as the main platform for Filipino reformists during the Propaganda Movement to demand political and social changes from Spain?

• Kalayaan

• La Solidaridad

• El Grito de Balintawak

• Diario Filipino

What is one lasting cultural influence of Spain on Filipino society today?

• Use of Arabic script

• Celebration of fiestas and Catholic holidays

• Practice of Buddhism

• Adoption of British parliamentary system

What event pushed Filipinos to believe that peaceful reform was no longer possible and encouraged revolution?

• Founding of the Katipunan

• Rizal’s execution in 1896

• Signing of the Pact of Biak-na-Bato

• Arrival of American forces in Manila