Philippine History Matching Quiz

Key Historical Figures and Events in Philippine History

• Ferdinand Magellan:

  • Credited with the European expedition that first circumnavigated the globe.
  • Discovered the Philippines during his journey in 1521.

• Lapu-lapu:

  • Renowned for his role in the Battle of Mactan against Magellan.
  • Celebrated as a national hero for defending the island.

• Emilio Aguinaldo:

  • The first President of the Republic of the Philippines, served from 1899 to 1901.
  • Key figure in the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonization.

• Apolinario Mabini:

  • Known as "The Brains of the Katipunan", a revolutionary leader and chief adviser to Aguinaldo.
  • Influential in drafting important documents for the newly established republic.

• José Rizal:

  • Recognized as the Philippine National Hero for his writings and advocacy for reforms.
  • His execution in 1896 sparked widespread revolutionary sentiments across the country.

Revised Matching Type Structure

• First President of the Republic: Emilio Aguinaldo
• Philippine National Hero: José Rizal
• Discovered the Philippines: Ferdinand Magellan
• The Brain of Katipunan: Apolinario Mabini
• Defended the Mactan Island: Lapu-lapu