Questions and Answers
What year marks the beginning of American Rule in the Philippines?
Which president served during the Philippine Commonwealth government from 1935 to 1944?
Who was the last president of the Commonwealth and the first president of the Republic of the Philippines?
Which event signified the end of Spanish colonization in the Philippines?
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During which period did the Philippines experience Japanese occupation?
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What is the total number of islands in the Philippines after the recent discoveries?
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Which organization was responsible for the discovery of the new islands?
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What technology was used to discover the new islands?
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What is one benefit of the newly discovered islands for the Philippines?
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Why were the new islands not discovered earlier?
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What process was essential after the islands were discovered using IFSAR?
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What significant addition was noted as part of the Philippine coastal economic zone?
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How much has the total area of the Philippines increased due to the new islands?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- The course includes topics on the history and identity of the Philippines, covering pre-colonial times to the current Republic.
- Key periods include the Pre-Colonial Philippines, Colonial Period, and the establishment of the Republic.
Colonial Period
- Spanish Era (1565 - 1898): Marked the introduction of Christianity and significant European contact starting in 1521.
- British Occupation (1762 - 1764): A brief period of British control during the Seven Years' War.
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American Rule:
- 1898: Spanish-American War leads to the Treaty of Paris, transferring control from Spain to the U.S.
- 1901: Formal establishment of American governance in the Philippines.
- 1935: Inception of the Commonwealth Government.
- 1946: Official recognition of Philippine independence.
- Japanese Occupation (1942 - 1945): Occurred during World War II, beginning with the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Philippine Republics
- First Republic (1899): Led by Emilio Aguinaldo.
- Second Republic (1943): Headed by Jose P. Laurel during the Japanese occupation.
- Third Republic (1946 - 1972): Featured multiple presidents including Manuel Roxas and Ferdinand Marcos (with two terms).
- Fourth Republic (1981 - 1986): Continuation of Marcos's rule until his ousting.
- Fifth Republic (1986 - present): Featured leaders such as Corazon Aquino and Rodrigo Duterte.
Commonwealth Government (American Period)
- 1935 - 1946 led by:
- Manuel L. Quezon: First President of the Commonwealth who died in exile.
- Sergio Osmena: Assumed the presidency after Quezon's death.
- Manuel Roxas: Last president of the Commonwealth and first president of the Republic upon its inauguration in 1946.
Increase in Philippine Islands
- Recent discoveries have increased the total number of islands from 7,107 to 7,641 due to advancements in mapping technology by NAMRIA.
- New islands were discovered using Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (IFSAR) for high-resolution mapping.
- Ground validation was conducted to confirm the existence of these islands through seabed photography and sediment sampling.
Implications of Discoveries
- Territorial Expansion: Additional land area may enhance agricultural opportunities and scientific exploration.
- Economic Growth: The increased coastal economic zone allows for greater opportunities in ocean exploration and fishing industries.
- Benham Rise: A significant undersea region adding 13 million hectares to the territory, rich in solid methane and natural gas, benefiting the country’s economy.
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Description
This quiz covers the history of the Philippines from pre-colonial times through various colonial periods, including the Spanish Era, American Rule, and Japanese Occupation. It also explores the unique identity of the Philippines and its territory. Test your knowledge about significant events and struggles that shaped the nation.
