Katipunan Factions and the Tejeros Convention

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What key event occurred on March 22, 1897, during the Tejeros Convention?

Establishment of a new government to replace the Katipunan (correct)

A peace treaty between factions

Formal recognition of the Katipunan's leadership

Election of military commanders

What was the main reason for the rivalry between the Magdalo and Magdiwang factions?

Disputes over leadership roles

Conflicting views on the status of the Katipunan (correct)

Differing opinions on foreign alliances

Disagreement over military strategies

Who was elected as President during the Tejeros Convention?

Mariano Trias

Emilio Aguinaldo (correct)

Andres Bonifacio

Artemio Ricarte

What argument did Daniel Tirona present regarding Bonifacio's position?

He argued that the Director of the Interior was too prestigious for him. Signup and view all the answers

What position did Andres Bonifacio hold after the elections at the Tejeros Convention?

Director of the Interior Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the suggestion made by Severino de las Alas at the Tejeros Convention?

Proclamation of the Republic of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

Which faction believed that the Katipunan should remain the government of revolutionists?

Magdiwang Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to the heated arguments between Magdalo and Magdiwang at the Tejeros Convention?

Disputes on the governing structure Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for Bonifacio's dissatisfaction with the Tejeros election?

He felt insulted and thought the election was invalid. Signup and view all the answers

Which action did Aguinaldo take in response to Bonifacio's intentions at Naik?

He ordered the arrest of the Bonifacio brothers. Signup and view all the answers

What document did Bonifacio and his men create to express their dissent regarding the Tejeros election results?

The Acta de Tejeros Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence of the conflict following the arrest order given to Bonifacio?

Bonifacio sustained a stab wound to the larynx. Signup and view all the answers

What verdict did the Council of War deliver regarding Andres and Procopio Bonifacio?

Found guilty of treason and sedition. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of President Aguinaldo's review on May 8 regarding the Bonifacio brothers' sentence?

He commuted the death sentence to banishment. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Naik Military Agreement signify for Bonifacio and his men?

They resolved to establish a separate government. Signup and view all the answers

Who was responsible for the military action taken against Bonifacio's group?

Colonel Agapito Bonzon Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Magdalo and Magdiwang Factions

The Magdalo and Magdiwang factions of the Katipunan in Cavite were rivals.
The Magdiwang faction, in order to reconcile, invited Andres Bonifacio to intervene in the conflict.
Bonifacio met with Emiliio Aguinaldo and other leaders in an attempt to resolve the conflict.
The Magdalo faction wanted to replace the Katipunan with a more suitable government for the revolution.
The Magdiwang faction argued that the Katipunan should remain the governing power, as it had a Constitution and bylaws.

Tejeros Convention

In March 1897, both factions met in Tejeros, Cavite.
To resolve the debate, the convention decided to establish a new government to supersede the Katipunan.
The Republic of the Philippines was proclaimed at the convention.
Bonifacio stated that anyone elected to positions should be respected.

Tejeros Convention Results

Emilio Aguinaldo was elected President.
Mariano Trias was elected Vice President.
Artemio Ricarte was elected Captain-General.
Emiliano Riego de Dios was elected Director of War.
Andres Bonifacio was elected Director of the Interior, causing controversy due to his lack of qualifications.

Bonifacio’s Dismissal and Departure

Daniel Tirona questioned Bonifacio’s qualifications as Director of the Interior.
Bonifacio felt this was an insult and left the convention.
The Magdalo faction took their oaths of office, excluding Bonifacio.

Naik Military Agreement

Bonifacio and his supporters drew up the "Acta de Tejeros" to explain why they did not accept the Tejeros election results.
The Bonifacio group moved to Naik to distance themselves from the Magdalo faction and establish a separate government.
They formed a military agreement to establish a government independent of the Tejeros government.

Arrest and Trial of Andres Bonifacio

After Bonifacio’s actions, Aguinaldo ordered his arrest and trial.
Bonifacio and his brother Procopio were accused of treason and sedition.
The court found them guilty despite insufficient evidence.

Sentence Commutation

The brothers were sentenced to death.
Aguinaldo, the President, commuted the sentence to banishment.
The death penalty was argued against by General Mariano Noriel and Pio del Pilar.

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Explore the rivalry between the Magdalo and Magdiwang factions of the Katipunan during the Philippine Revolution. This quiz covers the attempts made by Andres Bonifacio to reconcile the factions and the significant outcomes of the Tejeros Convention where a new government was established. Test your knowledge on key figures, events, and decisions made during this critical period in Philippine history.