Spanish Colonization

Where did Miguel Lopez de Legazpi establish the first permanent Spanish settlement in the Philippines?

• Manila

• Samar

• Leyte

• Cebu

What was the primary objective of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi's expedition to the Philippines?

• To establish trade routes with China

• To explore new lands for scientific research

• To claim the Philippines for Spain and establish a permanent colony

• To find a new route to the Spice Islands

Who led the Cebuanos in their initial resistance against Miguel Lopez de Legazpi's forces?

• Lapu Lapu

• Rajah Humabon

• Rajah Tupas

• Diego Silang

What was the significance of the Santo Niño statue found by Legazpi's men in Cebu?

• It was a valuable artifact that could be traded for supplies.

• It was seen as a divine sign by the Spanish, confirming their decision to settle there.

• It was a symbol of Filipino resistance against foreign invaders.

• It was a gift from the local chief to Legazpi.

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