American Colonial Period and Commonwealth Republic Module 2 Key Points Quiz

20 Questions

What did the Payne-Aldrich Act of 1909 establish between the Philippines and the United States?

A system of free trade

What were the manifestations of the alleged prosperity during the pistaym era according to the text?

Lower-priced goods, roads, bridges, schools, and government buildings

Who was the driving force of the Philippine economy during the pistaym era?

American capital

In which sectors were the Americans overtaken by other foreigners in the Philippines during the pistaym era?

Fishing, banking, real estate, and retail trade

What percentage of business volume was transacted by foreigners during the pistaym era?

Approximately 70%

What does the author imply is a significant barrier to solving economic difficulties?

Conspicuous poverty

What is the main cause of agitation mentioned?

Hunger

In what speech did Senate President Manuel Quezon express these sentiments?

Acceptance of Presidency

Which government position was Manuel Quezon nominated for in the speech mentioned in the text?

President

Which of the following crops was the number one employer of laborers in Manila?

Tobacco

Which of the following statements is true about the medical treatment received by Filipino workers, according to the text?

Only a small fraction of workers received medical-industrial treatment.

Which of the following diseases was not mentioned in the text as a cause of death among rural Filipinos?

Dengue fever

What percentage of Filipinos in 1935 were affected by tuberculosis?

1 million out of 14.7 million

Based on the information in the text, which of the following statements is true about public education in the Philippines?

Public education did not live up to its promise, and a majority of Filipinos did not finish elementary school.

What was the focus of Luis Dery's work 'The Myth of 'Pistaym' Prosperity'?

It examined the prosperity of farmers, tenants, and laborers during the American colonial period.

What type of sources did Luis Dery rely on for his work 'The Myth of 'Pistaym' Prosperity'?

Official government documents, reports, and American testimonies.

Based on the images provided, what can be inferred about the economic conditions in Manila during the American colonial period?

The images depict a thriving business district, suggesting economic prosperity.

What was the purpose of Maria Luisa Camagay's work 'Salud Algabre: A Forgotten Member of the Philippine Sakdal'?

To provide a biographical account of Salud Algabre's life and contributions.

What can be inferred about Luis Dery's role and expertise based on the information provided?

He was a historian and educator with a focus on the American colonial period.

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the nature of the sources used by Maria Luisa Camagay in her work?

She drew from a variety of sources, including historical accounts and scholarly works.

Study Notes

The Myth of 'Pistaym' Prosperity

The Payne-Aldrich Act of 1909 established a system of free trade between the Philippines and the United States, allowing American products to enter the Philippines without tariffs.
During the American colonial period, American capital was the driving force of the Philippine economy, with foreigners controlling approximately 70% of the business volume.
The Filipino economy was reduced to mere cultivators of farmlands, producing export crops such as sugar, coconut, tobacco, and abaca.

The Pre-War Export Crop Economy

Sugar accounted for 60% of the country's exports and supported 2,000,000 Filipinos directly or indirectly.
Coconut accounted for 30% of exports and supported 4,000,000 Filipinos.
Tobacco was the number one employer of laborers in Manila, supporting 600,000 Filipinos.
Abaca represented 12% of exports and supported 2,506,000 Filipinos.
Rice supported the livelihood of 4,000,000 Filipinos.
13 million out of 16 million Filipinos were dependent on just 5 crops for their livelihood.

Prosperity for Whom?

Only 172,605 out of 8 million workers received medical-industrial treatment laws.
Filipino workers were exploited, with sugar workers in Negros receiving less than one centavo per day per individual worker.
Rural Filipinos faced poor health conditions, with a diet composed of 85-90% carbohydrates and medical needs neglected by employers.
Common diseases included beriberi, hookworm, and tuberculosis, with 1 million out of 14.7 million Filipinos affected by tuberculosis in 1935.

Education in the American Colonial Period

Only 60% of 16 million Filipinos finished the elementary grades.
Out of every 100 students starting in Grade I, 45 reached Grade IV, 14 reached Grade VI, 6 reached first year high school, and 3 reached fourth year high school.
One out of every three high school graduates went to college.

Test your knowledge on the key discussion points related to the American Colonial Period and the Commonwealth Republic. Topics include education, politics, and socio-economics during the American Colonial Period, as well as insights into the Commonwealth Republic.

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