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What role did Manila play in the trade network of Asia during the 17th and 18th centuries?
Manila became the most important center of trade in Asia, facilitating the exchange of goods such as silk, porcelain, and spices for silver coins from galleons traveling from Acapulco.
What economic reforms were introduced by Governor-General Basco in the late 18th century?
Governor-General Basco introduced economic reforms that established significant internal income sources through tobacco production and opened agriculture to the European population.
What was José Rizal's contribution to the movement for Filipino reform?
José Rizal advocated for political reforms through his writings, particularly in his novel 'Noli Me Tangere,' and was a leading figure in the Propaganda Movement.
Why was 'Noli Me Tangere' banned in the Philippines?
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What led to José Rizal's arrest and subsequent execution?
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Who was Emilio Aguinaldo and what action did he take in May 1898?
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What was the significance of the Philippine Declaration of Independence issued on June 12, 1898?
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How did Rizal's life and execution influence Filipino opposition to Spanish rule?
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What significant act did Ferdinand Magellan perform on 31 March 1521?
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Which expedition is considered the most successful in establishing Spanish rule in the Philippines, and what key discovery did it lead to?
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What year marked the beginning of the Manila galleon trade, and how long did it last?
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Who conquered the Kingdom of Maynila, and what was the significance of this conquest?
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How did the Philippines' governance change after Mexico achieved independence from Spain in 1821?
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What was the name given to the archipelago by Magellan, and what did it symbolize?
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What route did trade between Spain and the Philippines take during the colonial period?
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What were the implications of the Philippines being an outpost in the orient for Spanish colonialism?
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Study Notes
Ferdinand Magellan and Early Expeditions
- Ferdinand Magellan led the first European expedition to the Philippines for Spain, claiming the islands for the King of Spain on March 31, 1521.
- Magellan planted a cross at Limasawa Island, naming the archipelago Archipelago of Saint Lazarus.
- Following Magellan's voyage, Spain dispatched several expeditions: Loaisa (1525), Cabot (1526), Saavedra (1527), Villalobos (1542), and Legazpi (1564).
- The Legazpi expedition achieved notable success by discovering the tornaviaje, a return route to Mexico across the Pacific, initiated by Andrés de Urdaneta, which led to the Manila galleon trade.
Spanish Colonial Administration and Trade
- In 1570, Martín de Goiti conquered the Kingdom of Maynila, which was renamed Manila and designated the capital of the Philippines by Legazpi.
- The Philippines operated as Spain's Asian outpost and was governed through the Viceroyalty of New Spain until Mexico's independence in 1821, after which governance shifted directly from Spain.
- The Galleon Trade, established in 1565, became the colony's economic backbone, facilitating trade between Manila and Acapulco and onwards to Spain.
Economic Transformations
- Manila emerged as a crucial trading hub in Asia during the 17th and 18th centuries, dealing with goods from regions such as China, Japan, and India traded for silver coins from Acapulco.
- Governor-General Basco's economic reforms in the late 18th century opened agriculture to Europeans, diversifying the colony's income sources with tobacco and agricultural exports.
Filipino Nationalist Movement
- José Rizal became a leading figure advocating political reforms against Spanish rule, renowned for his artistic talents and prolific in various fields.
- Rizal's novel, Noli Me Tangere, critiqued the colonial regime and the influence of Catholic friars; it was banned but smuggled into the Philippines.
- After returning from Europe in 1892, Rizal founded Liga Filipino, promoting non-violent reform, though he was later exiled to Dapitan.
Revolutionary Developments
- The Katipunan, founded by Andres Bonifacio, initiated a violent revolution against Spanish rule in August 1896, despite Rizal’s disapproval of their methods.
- Rizal was arrested post-revolution and executed on December 30, 1896, spurring further anti-Spanish sentiments among Filipinos.
- Emilio Aguinaldo returned to the Philippines in May 1898, leading Filipino forces in liberation efforts and declaring independence from Spain on June 12, 1898, marking the establishment of the First Philippine Republic.
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Explore the significant events of Ferdinand Magellan's expedition to the Philippines in 1521. Based on Antonio Pigafetta's accounts, this quiz covers the key moments, including the planting of the cross at Limasawa and Magellan's claims for Spain. Test your knowledge of this historical journey and its impact on the Philippines.
