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Who sponsored the Philippine Bill of 1902?
Who sponsored the Philippine Bill of 1902?
What significant body was created by the Philippine Bill of 1902?
What significant body was created by the Philippine Bill of 1902?
What was a key provision regarding representation in the U.S. Congress for Filipinos?
What was a key provision regarding representation in the U.S. Congress for Filipinos?
Who was the Majority Floor Leader of the Philippine Assembly after its inauguration?
Who was the Majority Floor Leader of the Philippine Assembly after its inauguration?
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What event was celebrated on July 30, 1907?
What event was celebrated on July 30, 1907?
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Which office was responsible for the executive power under the Philippine Bill of 1902?
Which office was responsible for the executive power under the Philippine Bill of 1902?
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What did the Philippine Bill of 1902 emphasize regarding natural resources?
What did the Philippine Bill of 1902 emphasize regarding natural resources?
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What was the primary purpose of the Taft Commission?
What was the primary purpose of the Taft Commission?
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How many delegates won during the first national elections of the Philippine Assembly?
How many delegates won during the first national elections of the Philippine Assembly?
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When was the Taft Commission created?
When was the Taft Commission created?
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Who was the head of the Taft Commission?
Who was the head of the Taft Commission?
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Which law was enacted to further the governance of the Philippines?
Which law was enacted to further the governance of the Philippines?
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What significant action did the Taft Commission take after arriving in Manila?
What significant action did the Taft Commission take after arriving in Manila?
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What were Filipinos included in the Taft Commission tasked with?
What were Filipinos included in the Taft Commission tasked with?
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What dual role did William Howard Taft hold in the Philippine civil government?
What dual role did William Howard Taft hold in the Philippine civil government?
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Which prominent figure drafted instructions for the Taft Commission?
Which prominent figure drafted instructions for the Taft Commission?
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Who was named Chief Justice of the Philippine Supreme Court?
Who was named Chief Justice of the Philippine Supreme Court?
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What was a key feature of the Jones Law of 1916?
What was a key feature of the Jones Law of 1916?
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Which prominent Filipino was appointed Attorney General?
Which prominent Filipino was appointed Attorney General?
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Who was the Speaker of the House of Representatives after the elections held in October 1916?
Who was the Speaker of the House of Representatives after the elections held in October 1916?
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Which American President signed the Jones Law of 1916?
Which American President signed the Jones Law of 1916?
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What role did the Governor-General play under the Jones Law of 1916?
What role did the Governor-General play under the Jones Law of 1916?
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What was the composition of the Philippine legislative power as stated in the Jones Law of 1916?
What was the composition of the Philippine legislative power as stated in the Jones Law of 1916?
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In what year did the Filipinization of the government start to increase the number of Filipinos in government positions?
In what year did the Filipinization of the government start to increase the number of Filipinos in government positions?
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What was the conclusion of the Wood-Forbes Mission regarding Filipino independence?
What was the conclusion of the Wood-Forbes Mission regarding Filipino independence?
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Who were the main figures involved in the OSROX Mission?
Who were the main figures involved in the OSROX Mission?
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What was President Herbert Hoover's action regarding the independence bill proposed in December 1932?
What was President Herbert Hoover's action regarding the independence bill proposed in December 1932?
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What was the outcome of the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act on October 17, 1933?
What was the outcome of the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act on October 17, 1933?
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What did OSROX claim about the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act?
What did OSROX claim about the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act?
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Which law allowed the Filipinos to create their own government under U.S. supervision?
Which law allowed the Filipinos to create their own government under U.S. supervision?
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Which of the following provisions did some oppose in the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act?
Which of the following provisions did some oppose in the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act?
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Who presided over the constitutional convention elected on July 30, 1934?
Who presided over the constitutional convention elected on July 30, 1934?
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Study Notes
The American Period Overview (1901-1935)
- William McKinley's vision emphasized developing and training Filipinos for self-government rather than exploitation.
The Taft Commission
- Established on March 16, 1900, as the Second Philippine Commission.
- Headed by Judge William Howard Taft, including members like Luke E. Wright and Dean C. Worcester.
- Mandated to create a civil government and train Filipinos in self-government, guided by McKinley’s instructions.
- Initiatives included a budget of $1,000,000 for infrastructure and enacting over 400 laws from September 1900 to August 1902.
- Expanded in September 1901 to include Filipino members, such as Trinidad H. Pardo de Tavera.
Civil Government
- Inaugurated on July 4, 1901, with Taft as the first Civil Governor.
- Taft held both executive and legislative powers, gaining popularity with policies promoting Filipino governance.
Philippine Bill of 1902
- Known as the Cooper Act, sponsored by U.S. Representative Henry A. Cooper.
- Established a bill of rights for Filipinos and created the Philippine Assembly.
- Appointed two Filipino resident commissioners in the U.S. Congress, serving without voting rights.
- Defined the separation of powers with a Civil Governor overseeing various executive departments.
Philippine Assembly
- First elections held on July 30, 1907, marking significant political participation of Filipinos.
- Inaugurated on October 16, 1907, with Sergio Osmeña as Speaker and Manuel L. Quezon as Majority Floor Leader.
Resident Commissioners
- Filipinos were allowed representation in U.S. Congress through two resident commissioners.
- Manuel L. Quezon (1909-1916) was notable for his advocacy on Filipino interests.
Filipinization of the Government
- U.S. policy aimed to appoint qualified Filipinos in government roles, leading to a gradual increase in Filipino officials.
- Cayetano Arellano appointed as Chief Justice; Gregorio Araneta as Secretary of Finance and Justice by 1908.
The Jones Law of 1916
- Signed by President Woodrow Wilson; marked a step towards Philippine independence.
- Promised greater Filipino participation in government and established a bicameral legislature.
Wood-Forbes Mission
- An official evaluation in 1921 concluded that Filipinos were not yet ready for independence.
OSROX Mission
- Aimed for independence legislation, resulting in the Hare-Hawes-Cutting Act, which was ultimately rejected by the Philippine Legislature.
- New legislation supported by Tydings and McDuffie resulted in the Tydings-McDuffie Law.
The Commonwealth Government
- Following the Tydings-McDuffie Law, a framework for a self-governing body was established under U.S. oversight.
- Constitutional convention elected on July 30, 1934, led by Claro M. Recto.
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Test your knowledge about the American period in the Philippines from 1901 to 1935, highlighting key events like the establishment of the Taft Commission and the Philippine Bill of 1902. This quiz covers significant developments in civil governance and U.S.-Philippine relations. Discover how these historical moments shaped the path towards Filipino self-governance.
