Pre-Colonial Philippine History Concepts

The video explores the often-overlooked pre-colonial period in Philippine history, highlighting the advanced culture, government, and economy of the time. Contrary to popular belief, pre-colonial Filipinos had a structured government with leaders known as 'datu' and a functioning justice system. They were self-sufficient, with notable agricultural achievements like the Banaue Rice Terraces, and engaged in trade with neighboring countries. The pre-colonial era ended with Spanish colonization in 1565, which introduced Christianity and began the westernization of Filipino culture.

Which historical periods are commonly discussed in Philippine history?

• Pre-colonial period

• Spanish era

• American era

• World War I

What is a common misconception about pre-colonial Filipinos?

• They were advanced in culture

• They had a justice system

• They were barbaric tribes

• They were self-sufficient

Who were the leaders in the pre-colonial government system?

• Kings

• Presidents

• Datus

• Governors

What was a notable feature of the pre-colonial justice system?

• It did not exist

• It was based on Spanish laws

• It allowed for legal impeachment of leaders

• It was more complex than today's system

What was a significant agricultural achievement during the pre-colonial period?

• The Banaue Rice Terraces

• The introduction of corn

• The export of rice to Europe

• The development of irrigation systems

What was the pre-colonial Filipinos' status in terms of food and resources?

• They were always starving

• They were self-sufficient

• They had no agriculture

• They relied on imports

Who is often mistakenly credited with discovering the Philippines?

• Christopher Columbus

• James Cook

• Ferdinand Magellan

• Marco Polo

Before Magellan's arrival, with which countries did the Philippines trade?

• Indonesia and Malaysia

• Japan and China

• India and China

• Spain and Portugal

In what year did the Spanish colonization of the Philippines begin?

• 1600

• 1565

• 1521

• 1492

What cultural change did the Spaniards introduce to the Philippines?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Christianity