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What marked the establishment of the First Philippine Republic?
What marked the establishment of the First Philippine Republic?
What led to the decline of the First Philippine Republic?
What led to the decline of the First Philippine Republic?
Which law reorganized the government in the Philippines with an American governor-general?
Which law reorganized the government in the Philippines with an American governor-general?
Which of the following was not a responsibility of the First Philippine Republic's government?
Which of the following was not a responsibility of the First Philippine Republic's government?
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What significant change occurred due to the Filipinization Policy?
What significant change occurred due to the Filipinization Policy?
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Who were the initial leaders of the Philippine legislature inaugurated on October 16, 1916?
Who were the initial leaders of the Philippine legislature inaugurated on October 16, 1916?
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What was a key feature of the Jones Law of 1916?
What was a key feature of the Jones Law of 1916?
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Which of the following was a landmark event during the establishment of the First Philippine Republic?
Which of the following was a landmark event during the establishment of the First Philippine Republic?
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Who was the president of the revolutionary government established in March 1897?
Who was the president of the revolutionary government established in March 1897?
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What was the main objective stated in the preamble of the Biak-na-Bato Republic Constitution?
What was the main objective stated in the preamble of the Biak-na-Bato Republic Constitution?
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Which language was designated as the official language in the Biak-na-Bato Constitution?
Which language was designated as the official language in the Biak-na-Bato Constitution?
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What body composed the Supreme Council in the Biak-na-Bato Republic?
What body composed the Supreme Council in the Biak-na-Bato Republic?
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What is primarily established by a constitution in a nation?
What is primarily established by a constitution in a nation?
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Which of the following describes the government structure established by the Philippine Constitution?
Which of the following describes the government structure established by the Philippine Constitution?
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Which article range in the Biak-na-Bato Constitution pertains to the Bill of Rights?
Which article range in the Biak-na-Bato Constitution pertains to the Bill of Rights?
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What significant event led to the establishment of the Malolos Republic Constitution in 1899?
What significant event led to the establishment of the Malolos Republic Constitution in 1899?
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What is the purpose of a constitutional convention?
What is the purpose of a constitutional convention?
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of a constitution?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a constitution?
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How long did the Biak-na-Bato Republic Constitution last before being superseded by Aguinaldo's decrees?
How long did the Biak-na-Bato Republic Constitution last before being superseded by Aguinaldo's decrees?
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Which two individuals were tasked with writing the Biak-na-Bato Constitution?
Which two individuals were tasked with writing the Biak-na-Bato Constitution?
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What does the sovereignty residing in the people indicate?
What does the sovereignty residing in the people indicate?
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What is one of the roles of a constitution pertaining to public welfare?
What is one of the roles of a constitution pertaining to public welfare?
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How many Philippine Constitutions have been framed throughout the country’s history?
How many Philippine Constitutions have been framed throughout the country’s history?
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Which section of the Philippine Constitution indicates its democratic and republican nature?
Which section of the Philippine Constitution indicates its democratic and republican nature?
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What significant event occurred on June 12, 1898, in the Philippines?
What significant event occurred on June 12, 1898, in the Philippines?
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Who conceived the idea of the Malolos Constitution?
Who conceived the idea of the Malolos Constitution?
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Which principle concerning governance was established by the Malolos Constitution?
Which principle concerning governance was established by the Malolos Constitution?
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What was a major issue debated during the creation of the Malolos Constitution?
What was a major issue debated during the creation of the Malolos Constitution?
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How long was the term for the President according to the Malolos Constitution?
How long was the term for the President according to the Malolos Constitution?
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What was one of the first acts of the Malolos Congress?
What was one of the first acts of the Malolos Congress?
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Which document served as the foundation for the legislative powers in the Malolos Constitution?
Which document served as the foundation for the legislative powers in the Malolos Constitution?
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Who submitted the draft of the Malolos Constitution on October 25, 1898?
Who submitted the draft of the Malolos Constitution on October 25, 1898?
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What was the primary outcome of the Philippine Independent Missions to the US between 1918 and 1932?
What was the primary outcome of the Philippine Independent Missions to the US between 1918 and 1932?
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What significant event occurred on May 14, 1935, in relation to the constitution?
What significant event occurred on May 14, 1935, in relation to the constitution?
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Which provision was NOT included in the features of the 1935 Constitution?
Which provision was NOT included in the features of the 1935 Constitution?
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Who was the only delegate to the convention that expressed concern over the constitution's utility for Mindanao?
Who was the only delegate to the convention that expressed concern over the constitution's utility for Mindanao?
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What did the 1935 Constitution signify for the Philippines after the withdrawal of American sovereignty?
What did the 1935 Constitution signify for the Philippines after the withdrawal of American sovereignty?
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During which period did the 1935 Constitution serve as the fundamental law of the land?
During which period did the 1935 Constitution serve as the fundamental law of the land?
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Which aspect was emphasized in the drafting of the 1935 Constitution?
Which aspect was emphasized in the drafting of the 1935 Constitution?
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What was the purpose of the '10 year transitional period' established by the Philippine Independence Act?
What was the purpose of the '10 year transitional period' established by the Philippine Independence Act?
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Study Notes
Philippine Constitutions
- The Philippine Constitution has been established at least seven times throughout the nation's history.
- The Biak-na-Bato Republic Constitution (1897) was a response to a Philippine Revolution stalemate that resulted in Emilio Aguinaldo fleeing to San Miguel de Mayumo, Bulacan.
- The Malolos Constitution (1899) commenced after the Spanish-American War and the declaration of Philippine independence. It was debated in the Barasoain Church. The constitution was ratified by the Malolos Congress, and forwarded to Aguinaldo for approval.
- The 1935 Constitution set the fundamental law of the land from 1935-1972. It established the Commonwealth of the Philippines and established that once American sovereignty was withdrawn, the commonwealth would transition to the Republic of the Philippines.
- The 1973 Constitution was established during the Marcos Dictatorship.
- The 1987 Constitution officially marked a new era.
Review of Rizal's Retraction Document
- Key figures mentioned include Father Vicente Balaguer, Father Pio Pi, Rafael Palma, and Austin Coates.
- Their roles related to the analysis of Rizal's Retraction Document are noted.
Objectives of Discussing the Constitution
- Students will understand the significance of a constitution in a nation.
- Students will be able to trace the development of the Philippine Constitution.
- Students will learn the significant features and provisions of the seven Constitutions.
What is a Constitution?
- A constitution is the fundamental law of a nation or state.
- It defines the basic principles of the government.
- It establishes the rules and principles used to manage organizations.
- It protects individual rights and limits government power.
- It's considered the highest expression of the law.
Purposes of the Constitution
- It defines the type of government in the state. Democracy empowers citizens equally in decisions affecting their lives.
- It creates the different departments of government, defining their roles and responsibilities.
- The Constitution is the source of the government's sovereign power.
- It ensures the rights of the people and the protection of public welfare through the obligations of the government.
Constitutional Convention
- It's a gathering to draft, revise, or propose amendments to a constitution.
- A plebiscite is held to ratify the proposed constitution.
- The results are then followed by the government.
Questions About the Constitution
- Students are asked to consider why the constitution is the highest expression of the law.
- Students will examine how constitutions are created.
- Students will discuss the significance of the constitution from a national perspective.
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Explore the history and significance of various Philippine Constitutions, from the Biak-na-Bato Republic in 1897 to the contemporary 1987 Constitution. This quiz will cover key events and processes involved in the establishment of each constitution throughout the country's struggle for independence and democracy.
