Philippine History Pop Quiz
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What is the 1987 Constitution commonly known as?

  • Freedom Constitution (correct)
  • Philippine Constitution
  • Malolos Constitution
  • Commonwealth Constitution

Which group of people in pre-colonial Philippines were required to pay taxes?

  • Baylan
  • Timawa (correct)
  • Maguindanao
  • Datus

What essential government body was introduced in the 1935 Constitution?

  • National Assembly
  • Bureau of Internal Revenue
  • Department of Education
  • Commission on Elections (correct)

What role was introduced in the 1973 Constitution as the new head of the government?

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Which law created the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) in the Philippines in 1904?

<p>Reorganization Act No. 1189 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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1987 Constitution's nickname

The 1987 Constitution is commonly known as the Freedom Constitution.

Pre-colonial Filipino tax-payers

In pre-colonial Philippines, the Timawa (free men) were required to pay taxes.

Pre-colonial tax compensation

Datus or rajahs pledged protection and security in exchange for taxes from their subordinates.

Spanish colonial 'sanctorum' tax use

The 'sanctorum' tax in the Spanish colonial period supported local churches.

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Spanish tax tracking replacement

The Spanish government replaced 'tributo' with 'cedula' to track tax-paying individuals.

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Philippine History Pop Quiz

  • 1987 Constitution: Commonly known as the Freedom Constitution
  • Pre-colonial Tax System: Datus or rajahs required subjects to pay taxes in exchange for protection and support for the local church.
  • Sanctorum Tax: Used by the Spanish government to track those who could pay taxes.
  • Reparticimientos: A system during the Spanish colonial period where labor was demanded from subjects.
  • BIR Establishment: Created by the Reorganization Act No.1189 in 1904.
  • Maragtas Code: Records the sale of Panay island during a pre-colonial era transaction.
  • 1899 Constitution: Established a Revolutionary government.
  • 1935 Constitution: Introduced COMELEC (Commission on Elections) as an essential government body
  • 1935 Constitution's Alternative Name: Called Commonwealth Constitution
  • 1973 Constitution: Introduced a Prime Minister as the head of government.
  • Ratification of 1973 Constitution: Ratified during Ferdinand Marcos' administration.
  • Sandiganbayan: Established by the 1987 Constitution to handle graft and corruption.

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Test your knowledge on key elements of Philippine history, including various constitutions, tax systems, and colonial practices. This quiz covers significant events such as the establishment of the BIR and the Maragtas Code, along with the transitions of government throughout different eras. Challenge yourself and see how well you know the historical context of the Philippines!

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