15 Questions
Which of the following explorers is credited with being the first to circumnavigate the globe?
Ferdinand Magellan
Why did the Spanish monarch decide to colonize the Philippines instead of pursuing claims in the Moluccas?
The Moluccas were controlled by the Portuguese, making colonization difficult.
What was the initial name given to the Philippine archipelago by Magellan's expedition?
Archipelago de San Lazaro
Which of the following was NOT a factor that facilitated European exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries?
The development of steam-powered ships
Who was responsible for giving the Philippines its current name?
Ruy Lopez de Villalobos
What was the primary motivation behind the European expeditions to the East?
To discover new trade routes for silk and spices
What was the significance of Christopher Columbus reaching the American continent?
It resulted in the discovery of a new route to Asia.
What technological advancements contributed to the success of European exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries?
Advancements in shipbuilding
What was the fate of Ferdinand Magellan during his expedition to the Philippines?
He perished in the Moluccas under Portuguese control.
Who was responsible for documenting the chronicle of Magellan's expedition?
Antonio Pigafetta
What was the primary reason for the failure of Villalobos and Legazpi's expedition?
Lack of adequate supplies
Why did King Philip II decide to colonize the Philippines?
To secure territories for Spain in Southeast Asia
Which European monarch sent Vasco de Gama on an expedition that led to reaching India?
King Manuel I
What did the Spanish initially name the newly discovered territory on March 16, 1521?
'Archipelago de San Lazaro'
Why did Magellan decide to defect to the Spanish from his Portuguese origins?
To gain support for his exploration to reach the East.
Test your knowledge on the 15th and 16th-century European explorations, the Age of Conquest, and the impact on the Philippines becoming a Spanish colony. Explore topics such as expeditions, technological advancements, spreading of Christianity, and famous explorers like Christopher Columbus and Vasco de Gama.
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