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Who was the tenth president of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986?
Who was the tenth president of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986?
- Cory Cojuangco-Aquino
- Emmanuel Edralin
- Ferdinand Marcos (correct)
- Maria Corazon Aquino
Under whose rule was the Philippines under martial law from 1972 until 1981?
Under whose rule was the Philippines under martial law from 1972 until 1981?
- Maria Cojuangco
- Ferdinand Marcos (correct)
- Corazon Aquino
- Emmanuel Edralin
Which movement did Ferdinand Marcos establish to support his rule under martial law?
Which movement did Ferdinand Marcos establish to support his rule under martial law?
- Freedom Movement
- People Power Revolution
- New Society Movement (correct)
- Democratic Revolution Movement
Who is known as the first female president of the Philippines?
Who is known as the first female president of the Philippines?
Which president of the Philippines was deposed in 1986 after a two-decade rule?
Which president of the Philippines was deposed in 1986 after a two-decade rule?
Who is regarded as the first female president in Asia?
Who is regarded as the first female president in Asia?
What was the significance of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution?
What was the significance of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution?
What event led to the downfall of the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos?
What event led to the downfall of the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos?
Who called upon Filipinos to support the peaceful protest during the People Power Revolution?
Who called upon Filipinos to support the peaceful protest during the People Power Revolution?
Where did the simultaneous presidential oaths take place during the 1986 events?
Where did the simultaneous presidential oaths take place during the 1986 events?
Flashcards
Who was Ferdinand Marcos?
Who was Ferdinand Marcos?
President of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986, known for declaring martial law.
What was Martial Law?
What was Martial Law?
The period in the Philippines from 1972 to 1981 under Ferdinand Marcos' rule.
What was the New Society Movement?
What was the New Society Movement?
Political party established by Ferdinand Marcos to support his regime during martial law.
Who was Corazon Aquino?
Who was Corazon Aquino?
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What was the EDSA People Power Revolution?
What was the EDSA People Power Revolution?
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What was the 1986 Snap Election?
What was the 1986 Snap Election?
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Who was Cardinal Jaime Sin?
Who was Cardinal Jaime Sin?
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Club Filipino and Malacañang
Club Filipino and Malacañang
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Study Notes
Key Figures and Events in Philippine History
- Ferdinand Marcos served as the tenth president of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986.
- Marcos declared martial law in 1972, which remained in effect until 1981, marking a significant period of authoritarian rule.
- The New Society Movement (Bagong Lipunan) was established by Marcos to promote his agenda and gather support during martial law.
- Corazon Aquino is recognized as the first female president of the Philippines, taking office after the 1986 revolution.
- Marcos was deposed in 1986, ending his two-decade rule characterized by authoritarianism and widespread human rights violations.
- Corazon Aquino is also regarded as the first female president in Asia, breaking gender barriers in leadership within the region.
- The 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution was a pivotal moment, demonstrating the power of nonviolent resistance against dictatorship and leading to the restoration of democracy in the Philippines.
- Ferdinand Marcos's presidency fell due to widespread discontent, culminating in the People Power Revolution, which was fueled by accusations of electoral fraud and corruption.
- Cardinal Jaime Sin played a crucial role by calling upon Filipinos to join the nonviolent protests during the People Power Revolution.
- The simultaneous presidential oaths for Aquino and her supporters took place at Camp Crame in Quezon City, symbolizing the transition of power and the end of Marcos's regime.
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