12 Questions
When was Ferdinand Magellan born?
1480
Which king did Ferdinand Magellan plan to present his idea of discovering the east through the west route to?
King Charles I of Spain
What islands did Ferdinand Magellan first see in August 1519 during his voyage?
Homonhon and Samar
Who headed the first Catholic mass in the Philippines, marking the introduction of Christianity?
Fr. Pedro Valderama
Which island is considered the site of the first Catholic mass in the Philippines?
Limasawa
Who was in charge of sails, rigging, anchors, cables, and all work on deck of a sailing ship among Magellan's crew?
Francisco Albo
According to Pigafetta's account, where did the first Mass take place in the Philippines?
Limasawa
Which of the following supports Pigafetta's claim about the location of the first Mass?
Local executives and Church officials
In what battle was Magellan killed on April 27, 1521?
Battle of Mactan
What was the name of the navigator whose expedition completed the first circumnavigation of the globe after Magellan's death?
Juan Sebastian Elcano
What event is being referred to by the phrase 'Cavite Mutiny'?
Rebellion against oppressive government
What did the recovery of 10 Balangay boats near Masao River provide evidence for?
Location of Limasawa
Study Notes
Controversies in Philippine History
- The objective nature of history is debated, with some arguing that it has a subjective side.
Ferdinand Magellan
- Born in 1480 in Sabrosa, Portugal, to a family of minor Portuguese nobility.
- Planned to discover the east through the west route, but his plan was rejected by King Manuel of Portugal.
- Got approval from King Charles I of Spain for the expedition.
The First Catholic Mass in the Philippines
- The location of the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines is disputed, with two possible sites: Limasawa, Leyte, and Butuan, Agusan del Norte.
- Francisco Albo's log and Antonio Pigafetta's account support Limasawa as the site of the first Mass.
- Father Francisco Colin and Francisco Combe claim that the first Mass took place in Masao, Butuan, based on Catholic Church traditions.
- In 2021, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines declared Limasawa as the site of the first Catholic Mass.
The Journey of Magellan
- Magellan's expedition arrived in Homonhon Island, Samar, on March 16, 1521.
- They celebrated Easter Sunday on March 31, 1521, which marked the introduction of Christianity in the Philippines.
- Magellan was killed in the Battle of Mactan on April 27, 1521.
The Cavite Mutiny
- A rebellion against the authorities, especially by soldiers against their commanders.
- The connection between Gomburza and the Cavite Mutiny is disputed.
Juan Sebastian Elcano
- Completed the first circumnavigation of the globe after Magellan's death, piloting the ship Victoria.
Explore the controversies and conflicting views in Philippine history, including topics like the Cavite Mutiny, Retraction of Rizal, Site of the 1st Catholic Mass, and Cry of Pugadlawin. Reflect on the objectivity and subjectivity of history with discussions on subjective aspects like Limasawa vs Butuan as the site of the 1st Catholic Mass, and Ferdinand Magellan's background and expedition.
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