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In what year was Manila fully opened to world trade?
In what year was Manila fully opened to world trade?
Philippe IV was the Spanish king after the Treaties of Utrecht.
Philippe IV was the Spanish king after the Treaties of Utrecht.
False
Who was Philippe in relation to Louis XIV?
Who was Philippe in relation to Louis XIV?
Philippe was the grandson of Louis XIV.
The widespread political and economic changes initiated by Philip V are known as the _____ Reforms.
The widespread political and economic changes initiated by Philip V are known as the _____ Reforms.
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Match the following foreign countries with their respective years of establishing consulates in the Philippines:
Match the following foreign countries with their respective years of establishing consulates in the Philippines:
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Which of the following cash crops was NOT mentioned as being commercialized in the Philippines?
Which of the following cash crops was NOT mentioned as being commercialized in the Philippines?
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The integration of the Philippines into international trade led to a decrease in foreign influence in the country.
The integration of the Philippines into international trade led to a decrease in foreign influence in the country.
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What type of economic activities did the Bourbon Reforms encourage in the Philippines?
What type of economic activities did the Bourbon Reforms encourage in the Philippines?
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What was the primary goal of the Real Sociedad Economica de Amigos del Pais formed by Jose Basco?
What was the primary goal of the Real Sociedad Economica de Amigos del Pais formed by Jose Basco?
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The Galleon Trade contributed significantly to the development of local products and industries in the Philippines.
The Galleon Trade contributed significantly to the development of local products and industries in the Philippines.
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What year was the Ferrocaril de Manila-Dagupan inaugurated?
What year was the Ferrocaril de Manila-Dagupan inaugurated?
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Jose Basco formed the Real Compania de ________ in 1785 to organize a direct trade route to Spain.
Jose Basco formed the Real Compania de ________ in 1785 to organize a direct trade route to Spain.
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Which communication technology was first used in the Philippines in 1872?
Which communication technology was first used in the Philippines in 1872?
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Match the following infrastructure projects with their respective features:
Match the following infrastructure projects with their respective features:
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Spanish economic policies in the Philippines remained unchanged during the late 18th century.
Spanish economic policies in the Philippines remained unchanged during the late 18th century.
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Name one notable infrastructure improvement made during Basco's governance in the Philippines.
Name one notable infrastructure improvement made during Basco's governance in the Philippines.
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What was primarily established by Kabungsuwan in the Lanao region during the 1520s?
What was primarily established by Kabungsuwan in the Lanao region during the 1520s?
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The Confederacy of Lanao Sultanates had a centralized system of governance.
The Confederacy of Lanao Sultanates had a centralized system of governance.
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Who was a notable leader of the sultanates that led armies during the Spanish period?
Who was a notable leader of the sultanates that led armies during the Spanish period?
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The period of exploration is known as the Age of __________.
The period of exploration is known as the Age of __________.
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Which of the following best describes the main challenge faced by Spanish colonizers in the Philippines?
Which of the following best describes the main challenge faced by Spanish colonizers in the Philippines?
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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The Age of Discovery primarily focused on exploring the known regions of Europe.
The Age of Discovery primarily focused on exploring the known regions of Europe.
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What was the purpose of the extensive maritime explorations during the Age of Discovery?
What was the purpose of the extensive maritime explorations during the Age of Discovery?
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Study Notes
What is History?
- History is knowledge or information obtained from inquiry or investigation, eventually becoming related to the past
- Key figures like Ibn Khaldun (Al Muqaddimah, 1377) and Edward Gibbon (The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, 1776) have contributed to historical understanding
- History describes mankind's achievements, failings, and conflicts
Two Academic Definitions
- History is a narrative about the past, focusing on the most relevant aspects
- It encompasses time, place, and people
- It's interpretative, not fixed, and open to revision
Historical Definitions
- History is a scientific, objective, and empirical discipline
- It's also highly subjective, leading to varying interpretations
- Selecting appropriate topics and sources, defining a historical period, and understanding the historian's perspective are key considerations
Historical Sources
- Historians rely on historical sources to reconstruct past events
- Written sources like books, articles, and newspapers, and non-written archaeological items are used
- Primary sources directly relate to the event, while secondary sources interpret them
Historical Criticism
- Historians analyze sources to determine their reliability:
- External criticism examines the physical attributes and authenticity
- Internal criticism evaluates the source's content and possible biases
Historical Models
- Diagrams illustrate the flow and development of historical events
- Models help summarize the past, offering different perspectives like linear, cyclical, and spiral
The Barangay
- Studying pre-colonial Philippines is challenging due to limited written records
- Historians use artifacts, folklore, oral traditions, and accounts from the Spanish period
The Peopling of the Philippines
- Migration waves (Negritos, Indonesians, and Malays) shaped cultural and physical distinctions among Filipinos
- Theories like Henry Otley Beyer's and Felipe Landa Jocano's explain population patterns
Islamization of the Philippines
- Islam arrived from trade and conversion in various parts of the archipelago
- The establishment of sultanates was part of the process, particularly in Sulu and Mindanao
- Factors like trade, missionaries, and existing societal structures played major roles
The Spanish Period
- The Spanish presence significantly altered the structure and institutions of the Philippines
- Manila was established as a capital, and the encomienda system organized the organization of tax collection
Spanish Colonial Policies
- Manila was chosen as the capital due to its strategic location and population density
- Settlements outside Manila developed as arrabales
- The Spanish organized government structures, including provinces, cities, and villages.
- Different classes, like peninsulares and indios, emerged
- The encomienda system organized tax collection
The Reducción System
- A centralized system to organize tax collection with the move from barangays in the countryside to pueblos (towns)
Collection of Taxes
- Taxation in the Spanish colonies involved the encomienda system, where encomenderos collected taxes on behalf of the government
- Taxes were often paid in cash or kind (agricultural products).
- Certain groups, like the principalia and soldiers, were exempt
The Galleon Trade
- A major economic activity during the Spanish period, connecting Manila and Acapulco
- Galleons transported goods, primarily from Asia to Mexico
Early Years of Christianization
- The introduction of Christianity occurred notably through conversions in the early 16th century
- The spread of Christianity was driven by both the regular clergy (friars, monks, and priests) and the secular clergy (diocesan clergy/priests)
Propaganda Movement
- Ilustrado Filipinos, educated in Europe, advocated for political and social reforms, mainly through the publication of literary works
The Katipunan and the Philippine Revolution of 1896
- The Katipunan (organization of Filipino revolutionaries) aimed for independence.
- It was structured in a secret society within the provinces
- It created conflicts and tensions that led to the Philippine Revolutionary War
The First Philippine Republic and the End of Spanish Colonization
- The Philippines declared independence in 1898
- This period marked the formation of a revolutionary government, internal conflicts, and the eventual US occupation
The Second Phase of the Philippine Revolution
- Filipino revolutionaries pursued the fight for independence after the US took over, engaging in military campaigns
- Filipino-American hostilities escalated into the Philippine-American War
The American Period
- The US established a colonial government in the Philippines
- Infrastructure initiatives, education reforms, and healthcare services were implemented
The Japanese Period
- The Japanese occupied the Philippines during World War II, establishing a new government
- Filipinos engaged in resistance movements
- The economic and social conditions were affected in this period
The Martial Law Years
- Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law in 1972
- The period was marked by authoritarian rule, often challenged by numerous Filipinos in a movement eventually resulting in the EDSA People Power Revolution
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Explore the nature of history through various definitions and key concepts. This quiz delves into the contributions of notable historians and the importance of historical sources. Understand how history is both subjective and empirical, shaping our understanding of the past.
