Spanish Language in the Philippines Quiz & Flashcards

What language did the Roman Empire introduce to the Iberian Peninsula?

Which group ruled the Iberian Peninsula for almost 700 years?

What was the name given to the Iberian Peninsula by the Romans?

Who decided that Castilian should be the unifying language of the Iberian Peninsula?

What significant impact did the Visigoths have on the language of Spain?

What language was predominantly mixed with Vulgar Latin during the Umayyad Caliphate's rule?

What event was catalyzed by the alliance of Isabella of Castille and Ferdinand of Aragon?

What is the meaning of 'Spania' as believed to be derived from Phoenician tribes?

What was the primary goal of the CONQUISTA?

What was Christopher Columbus's initial destination before he reached the Bahamas?

Which of the following statements about Ferdinand Magellan is correct?

What was the significance of the 'Victoria Ship' in Magellan's expedition?

The term '3 G's' refers to which motivations for exploration?

Which description accurately defines the term 'New World' as used in the context?

History and Origin of Spanish Language

The Iberian Peninsula is located in southern Europe, primarily occupied by Portugal and Spain.
The Roman and Byzantine Empires began their influence around 218 BC, introducing Latin, which mixed with local dialects to form Vulgar Latin.
The term "Hispania" is believed to derive from Phoenician, meaning "Land of Rabbits" or "land where metals are forged."

Major Influences on the Language

The Visigoths, around the 5th century, ruled for 200 years and adopted Vulgar Latin, leaving minimal linguistic impact.
The Umayyad Caliphate/ Arabs invaded in 711 AD, ruling for nearly 700 years and introducing Arabic, contributing significantly to the linguistic evolution in Spain.
The term "Al-Andalus" was used to refer to the land during the Moorish reign.

Unification Efforts

Alfonso X of Castile promoted Castilian as the unifying language to facilitate communication among diverse groups in the Iberian Peninsula.
The lack of consensus on a unifying language reflected regional differences within the peninsula.

The Catholic Monarchs

Isabela of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragon unified their kingdoms, leading to the Reconquista—crusades aimed at reclaiming land from Muslim control.
The success of the Reconquista led Spain to invite explorers for overseas conquests, initiating the era of Conquista.

Age of Exploration

Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, set out to find a route to India but reached the Bahamas instead, marking the beginning of European exploration of the Americas.
The New World comprises Asia, Africa, and Europe, while the Old World includes North & South America and the Caribbean Islands.

Ferdinand Magellan

Magellan, from Portugal, is known for leading the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe; he was killed in the Philippines by Lapu-Lapu.
His ship, Victoria, was the only one to return to Spain, bringing news to King Philip II after successfully completing the journey.
Motivated by the principles of "Gold, Glory, God," Spain colonized the Philippines for 333 years.

This quiz explores the rich history and origin of the Spanish language, tracing its roots back to the Iberian Peninsula and the influences of the Roman and Byzantine empires. It covers key developments such as the emergence of Vulgar Latin and the historical context that led to the naming of Hispania. Test your knowledge on this fascinating linguistic journey!