Ferdinand Magellan's Circumnavigation
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Ferdinand Magellan's Circumnavigation

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What was the primary goal of Magellan's expedition?

  • To find an alternate route to the Pacific Ocean (correct)
  • To discover new territories for Portugal
  • To establish a new trade route to Asia
  • To locate a navigable passage from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean

    • Which ship served as Magellan's flagship during the expedition?

  • San Antonio
  • Victoria
  • Trinidad (correct)
  • Concepción

    • What significant geographic feature did Magellan's fleet discover on October 21, 1520?

  • The Panama Canal
  • The Bering Strait
  • The Strait of Magellan (correct)
  • The Cape of Good Hope

    • What major challenge did Magellan face with his crew during the expedition?

    <p>Internal mutiny among Spanish captains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Magellan respond to the mutiny at Port St.Julian?

    <p>He executed or marooned the ringleaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue arose due to Magellan's Portuguese origins among his crew?

    <p>Tensions due to national loyalties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the San Antonio during the voyage?

    <p>It deserted and returned to Spain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which king approved Magellan's expedition plans?

    <p>King Charles I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred on April 14, 1521 in Cebu?

    <p>Baptism of King Humabon and his people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item did Magellan gift to King Raia Colambu?

    <p>A red-and-yellow Turkish-style garment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of Magellan proposing a 'casi casi' ceremony with Raia Colambu?

    <p>To strengthen their alliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the response of the locals upon seeing Magellan's fleet arrive in Cebu?

    <p>They were alarmed and frightened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symbolized the friendship and alliance between Magellan and King Humabon?

    <p>Blood Pact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Magellan's actions impact the cultural exchange in the Philippines?

    <p>Brought European goods and Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to Magellan's death on April 27, 1521?

    <p>Battle of Mactan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the local resources mentioned as abundant in the islands?

    <p>Gold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the objective of Magellan's voyage?

    <p>To find a westward route to the Spice Islands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ship was considered the flagship of Magellan's fleet?

    <p>Trinidad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred during the crew's winter at Port St. Julian?

    <p>Magellan suppressed a mutiny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major geographical feature did Magellan discover?

    <p>The Strait of Magellan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hardships did the crew face during the Pacific Ocean crossing?

    <p>Scurvy and starvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following locations did the fleet reach first after leaving the Atlantic Ocean?

    <p>Rio de Janeiro, Brazil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of the Santiago during the expedition?

    <p>It was wrecked during a scouting mission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which indigenous people did the fleet encounter upon arriving in Guam?

    <p>Chamorro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary significance of Ferdinand Magellan's expedition?

    <p>It was the first European expedition to circumnavigate the globe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked the end of Magellan's leadership during the expedition?

    <p>His death in the Battle of Mactan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Antonio Pigafetta play during the expedition?

    <p>He documented the journey and its events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After Magellan's death, under whose command did the remaining expedition members continue?

    <p>Juan Sebastián Elcano.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the final destination of Magellan's expedition?

    <p>Spain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenges did the crew face after Magellan's death?

    <p>Diseases and food shortages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ships returned to Spain from the original expedition?

    <p>One ship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the outcomes of Magellan's alliances with local rulers in the Philippines?

    <p>Introduction of Christianity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of Magellan's expedition?

    <p>To find a westward sea route to the Spice Islands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler led the defense of Manila against the Spanish invasion in 1570?

    <p>Rajah Sulayman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Legazpi's expedition compared to Magellan's?

    <p>Both expeditions were pivotal for future Spanish colonization efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who completed the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation after Magellan's death?

    <p>Juan Sebastián Elcano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ships was the flagship of Magellan’s fleet?

    <p>Trinidad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vital supplies were found in the Spice Islands that attracted explorers?

    <p>Spices like cloves and nutmeg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Tupas' negotiations with the Spanish?

    <p>It facilitated the first Spanish settlement in Cebu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following details was NOT associated with Legazpi’s expedition?

    <p>Facing significant hardship at sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ferdinand Magellan and the First Circumnavigation of the Globe

    • Main objective: Finding a westward route to the Spice Islands (Moluccas)
    • Sponsored by: King Charles I of Spain
    • Fleet: Armada de Molucca
    • Start Date: September 20, 1519
    • Departure Point: Seville, Spain
    • Ships: Trinidad (flagship), San Antonio, Concepción, Victoria, Santiago
    • Crew: Around 270 men
    • Challenges: Mutiny at Port St.Julian, harsh conditions, and Portuguese spies
    • Key Discovery: The Strait of Magellan, discovered on October 21, 1520
    • First to Cross the Pacific: Magellan's fleet was the first European expedition to cross the Pacific Ocean.
    • First European contact with the Philippines: 1521
    • Death of Magellan: April 27, 1521, in the Battle of Mactan during a conflict against the chief of Mactan, Lapu-Lapu
    • Completion of the Circumnavigation: The Victoria completed the journey in 1522, captained by Juan Sebastián Elcano.

    Key Figures

    • Ferdinand Magellan (1480–1521): Portuguese explorer leading a Spanish expedition, responsible for the first European expedition to reach the Philippines in 1521.
    • Antonio Pigafetta (c. 1491–c. 1531): Italian chronicler and explorer, documented Magellan's expedition.
    • Juan Sebastián Elcano (1486–1526): Spanish explorer, completed the circumnavigation after Magellan's death.

    Route Highlights

    • Canary Islands (1519): Fleet stopped here for supplies before crossing the Atlantic.
    • South America (1519): Magellan's fleet reached the coast of South America after a lengthy transatlantic journey.
    • Winter in Port St.Julian, Argentina (1520): Crew spent winter here, where Magellan suppressed a mutiny, and the Santiago was wrecked.
    • Discovering the Strait of Magellan (1520): Passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, named after Magellan.
    • Pacific Ocean Crossing (1520-1521): The fleet endured scurvy and starvation during this long crossing.
    • Arrival in Guam (1521): Fleet landed in Guam, encountering the Chamorro people.

    Philippines: Encounters and Alliances

    • Meeting King Raia Colambu (March 29, 1521): Gift exchange, Magellan proposes a "casi casi" (brotherhood) to strengthen their alliance.
    • Arrival in Cebu (April 1521): Fleet arrived with banners and cannons: initial alarm, Magellan's interpreter assured locals of friendliness.
    • Diplomatic Relations with Cebu: Magellan aims for trade, not tribute. Blood pact with King Humabon strengthens alliance.
    • Religious Conversion and Conflict (April 14, 1521): King Humabon and people baptised as Christians, marking the spread of Christianity in Cebu.
    • Conflict with Lapu-Lapu: Lapu-Lapu refused Spanish rule. Magellan engaged in the Battle of Mactan on April 27, 1521, where he was killed.

    Spain: Returning From the Circumnavigation

    • Cape of Good Hope → Spain (Completion of Circumnavigation ): The Victoria, captained by Juan Sebastián Elcano, returned to Spain from the Cape of Good Hope in 1522.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Cultural Exchange: Magellan brought Christianity, European goods, and customs, while the crew learned about local resources, trade, and practices.
    • Diplomacy: Magellan fostered alliances with local kings through gift exchanges, friendship pacts, and religious ceremonies.
    • First Mass in the Philippines: Introduction of Christianity.
    • Conflict: Resistance foreshadowed future opposition to Spanish colonization efforts.

    Spanish Colonization of the Philippines

    • Miguel Lopez de Legazpi (1502-1572): Led the Spanish expedition that successfully established permanent colonization of the Philippines in 1565.
    • Major objective: Establishing Spanish rule and control over the islands.
    • Key Events: Founding of settlements, defeating local rulers, and setting the stage for over 300 years of Spanish rule.

    Comparison of Expeditions

    • Magellan's Voyage (Exploration): Focused on exploration and finding a westward route to the Spice Islands. Introduced initial contact with the Philippines, but did not result in immediate colonization.
    • Legazpi's Voyage (Colonization): Focused on establishing Spanish colonial rule over the Philippines. Successful in founding settlements, defeating local rulers.
    • Both expeditions: Significant in shaping the history of the Philippines. Magellan opened the door for future Spanish ventures, and Legazpi completed the process of colonization.

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