Philippine Constitutions Quiz

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What was the main goal of the 1897 Constitution of Biak-na-Bato?

To separate the Philippines from Spanish rule (correct)

To grant more autonomy to the Philippines as a Commonwealth

To establish a parliamentary republic

To centralize power in the presidency

Which of these constitutions was in effect during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines?

The 1899 Malolos Constitution

The 1943 Constitution (correct)

The 1897 Constitution of Biak-na-Bato

The 1935 Constitution

What significant aspect of the 1973 Constitution led to an authoritarian rule?

The establishment of a parliamentary republic

The centralization of power in the presidency (correct)

The granting of more autonomy to the Philippines

The creation of a representative assembly

Which of the following Acts of the United States Congress shaped the governance of the Philippines as a US territory?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of government system did the 1935 Constitution establish in the Philippines?

Presidential system (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which constitution was in effect from 1935 to 1973?

The 1935 Constitution (B) Signup and view all the answers

What feature of the 1899 Malolos Constitution was considered progressive for its time?

The inclusion of provisions on civil rights (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the multi-stakeholder mechanism established to monitor CARP implementation?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Marcelo H. Del Pilar's main objective in his writings?

To encourage democratic liberal ideas (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which work is Marcelo H. Del Pilar best known for?

La Soberania Monacal en Filipinas (C) Signup and view all the answers

When was 'La Soberania Monacal en Filipinas' first published?

1889 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of societal control did Del Pilar criticize regarding the friars?

Political control over local government (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describes the economic aspect of monastic supremacy?

The monasteries lacked resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which year was 'La Soberania Monacal en Filipinas' translated into English?

1957 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant outcome of friar political control mentioned in Del Pilar's work?

Lack of unity between the people and the government (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role did the parish priest play according to the political aspect discussed by Del Pilar?

Harmonizing the interests of people and institutions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the agrarian uprising of 1745-1746 in Batangas?

Seizure of land by Catholic religious orders (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the royal investigation initiated by King Philip VI?

To determine the validity of land titles held by religious orders (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which class was exempted from paying taxes in the cedula system?

Soldiers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who ultimately retained ownership of the disputed lands after the agrarian conflict?

The Catholic friars (C) Signup and view all the answers

During the pre-Spanish period, who governed the villages and barangay?

Chieftains or Datus (C) Signup and view all the answers

What system was introduced by the Spanish that involved granting land to loyal conquerors?

Encomienda system (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the societal structure during the pre-Spanish period?

Strictly tiered with nobility and serfs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary medium of exchange in society during the pre-Spanish period?

Rice (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was established by Republic Act No. 34?

70-30 sharing arrangement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Executive Order No. 355 accomplish?

It replaced the National Land Settlement Administration. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which Act introduced the leasehold system and created the Court of Agrarian Relations?

Republic Act No. 1199 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main goal of Republic Act No. 1400, the Land Reform Act of 1955?

To acquire and distribute large tenanted rice and corn lands (D) Signup and view all the answers

What significant change did Republic Act No. 3844 introduce?

It institutionalized leasehold. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under Carlos P. Garcia's administration, what program did he continue?

Land Reform Program (B) Signup and view all the answers

What retention limit was established by the Agricultural Land Reform Code (Republic Act No. 3844)?

75 hectares (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which administration was responsible for the establishment of the National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Administration (NARRA)?

Ramon Magsaysay (C) Signup and view all the answers

What triggered Augustin Sumuroy’s revolt?

The implementation of the polo y servicio system (C) Signup and view all the answers

What significant outcome followed the capture of Augustin Sumuroy?

The eventual defeat of the rebel forces (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which reform was part of the Tax Reform of 1884?

Abolition of the tribute and introduction of cedula (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was Francisco Maniago’s main grievance during his revolt?

Unfair working conditions related to tribute and labor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the principal purpose of the Sanctorum tax during the Spanish period in the Philippines?

To support the activities of the Catholic Church and its clergy (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Andres Malong become involved in the revolt?

He was persuaded by Francisco Maniago to join the revolt (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of tax was the Tribute, known as the 'Cabeza de barangay', imposed upon?

Adult Filipino males (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the requirements for residents to obtain a cedula under the Tax Reform of 1884?

They had to be over 18 years of age (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which revolt was primarily a reaction to the alleged abuses of tax collectors in the Philippines?

The Cagayan and Dingras Revolt (D) Signup and view all the answers

What event escalated the conflict during Francisco Maniago’s revolt?

The burning of their campsite (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Cagayan and Dingras Revolt?

A pardon for the rebels and tax system reforms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did David Dula do after Sumuroy was captured?

He continued the resistance but was captured (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Caja de Comunidad fund primarily support?

Community needs and public services (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of labor was enforced by the Servicio Personal system?

Unpaid labor for the Spanish government (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did municipal officials primarily rely on the parish priests during the Spanish colonial period?

To prepare and sign official documents (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role did the friars play in the context of national integrity during this period?

They were considered a guarantee of national integrity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Economic and Political Issues in the Philippines

The Philippines experienced various economic and political issues throughout its history, particularly under Spanish colonial rule.
Key historical figures like Marcelo H. Del Pilar played crucial roles in advocating for change and reform.
Del Pilar was a Filipino revolutionary propagandist and satirist, born in 1850.
He was a writer, lawyer, and prominent journalist.
He founded the newspaper "Diariong Tagalog" in 1882 to spread democratic and liberal ideals among the Filipino population.
He is also known for his pen names including Plaridel, Siling Labuyo, and Doleres Manapat
He actively campaigned against the abuses committed by Spanish friars in the Philippines.
He died in 1896 from tuberculosis, but continued planning an armed revolt against Spanish rule before his death.

Spanish Colonial Policies

Spanish colonial policies in the Philippines significantly affected the country's economic and political landscape.
These included policies like the encomienda system, tribute system, and the imposition of taxes.
The encomienda system granted land to Spanish conquerors in return for defending the land, maintaining peace and order, and supporting missionaries.
However, conquerors sometimes abused their power and transformed free cultivators into share tenants.

Taxes During the Spanish Period

Taxes implemented during the Spanish period included tribute, sanctorum, and donativo.
Tribute was a tax levied on adult Filipino males and was known as "Cabeza de barangay."
Sanctorium was a religious tax levied on yearly clergy income.
Donativo consisted of voluntary contributions or donations for public projects, infrastructure, and support for the Spanish military.
Other taxes included caja de comunidad, which were communal funds for community needs, and servicio personal, which was forced labor.

Revolts Against the Tribute

Filipinos revolted against the tribute system and various abuses due to the high taxes.
Examples include the Cagayan and Dingras Revolt of 1589 and Agustin Sumuroy's Revolt of 1649-1650.
Francisco Maniago's revolt in Pampanga also arose due to unfair working conditions.

Land Reform in the Philippines

Land reform issues in the Philippines were significant and continued to be relevant to the present day.
The 1884 Tax Reform sought to abolish old taxes and introduced cedula (personal identification tax) for all men and women above 18 years of age, but continued to face challenges.
Land reforms in the American, Commonwealth, Japanese Occupation, and various post-independence periods were enacted to deal with existing land issues
These are part of a larger context for Philippine agrarian reform

19th and 20th Century Land Reform

Significant land reform efforts occurred throughout the 19th, 20th, and into the 21st century in the Philippines
This includes executive orders and acts to develop land policy and administration through the centuries mentioned in this text

19th-century Eras

Land reform policies enacted throughout the 19th century including acts, and declarations
Policies during these periods were intended to address specific land issues. Specific examples include laws and policies dealing with land ownership, distribution, and tenure.

Other Key Events

The 1897 and 1899 constitutions are also part of a larger context of Philippine history including how these constitutions dealt with the separation from Spanish rule and governance.

Constitutional Eras

Different Philippine constitutions shaped the country's governance and land reform priorities.
Philippine constitutions established the system of governance in the Philippines through these different eras.
Marcos' era also oversaw land ownership regulations and administration, and subsequent administrations had further implications on land issues in the Philippines.

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Test your knowledge on the various constitutions of the Philippines, from Biak-na-Bato to the 1973 Constitution. This quiz covers key features, historical contexts, and significant figures involved in Philippine constitutional development. Dive into discussions on governance, societal control, and the impact of foreign influence in shaping the country's laws.