Exploration of the Philippines in 1521

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What was the purpose of the captain-general wanting to land on the inhabited island?

To find a high land for better visibility

To seek safety, obtain water, and rest (correct)

To explore the island and its inhabitants

To set up a camp for the crew

Why did the captain-general have two tents set up on the shore?

To accommodate the sick members of the crew (correct)

To provide shelter for the crew during strong winds

To house the island's inhabitants

To use as temporary storage for supplies

What action did the captain-general take for the sick crew members?

He constructed a separate shelter for them

He organized a medical treatment plan for them

He sent them back to the previous island for care

He had a sow killed for them (correct)

On what date did the crew come upon a high land?

Saturday, March 16, 1521 Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the island mentioned as Zamal?

Samar Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of setting up two tents on the shore?

To provide shelter for the crew Signup and view all the answers

What did the captain-general show to the people of Zuluan to honor them?

Spices and gold Signup and view all the answers

Why did the people of Zuluan exhibit great fear when mortars were fired for them?

They feared the power of the artillery Signup and view all the answers

What did the people of Zuluan signal about the articles shown to them by the captain-general?

They grew in their own island Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Acquada da li buoni Segnialli, as given in the text?

The Watering-place of good Signs Signup and view all the answers

What did the crew name the island where they found clear springs and signs of gold?

Acquada da li buoni Segnialli Signup and view all the answers

What type of trees did the crew find on the island Humunu?

Pine trees and palm trees Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the island the people of Zuluan originated from?

Zuluan Signup and view all the answers

Why did the crew call the islands they discovered the archipelago of San Lazaro?

Because they were discovered on St. Lazarus's day Signup and view all the answers

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