Political Reforms in New Spain
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What was one of the main aims of the reforms mentioned?

  • To establish trade routes with Asia
  • To increase religious diversity in governance
  • To empower the natives politically
  • To control over the American colonies (correct)
  • Which political structure was aimed at diminishing the power of the viceroy?

  • Visitador
  • Consejo de Indias
  • Alcaldias (correct)
  • Residencia
  • What kind of government was established in the Philippines as outlined?

  • Liberal constitutional monarchy (correct)
  • A centralized authoritarian rule
  • A federal government system
  • Absolute monarchy under local rulers
  • Who appointed the Governor General in the Philippines?

    <p>The king</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position was set to live and observe the Governor General's administration?

    <p>Residencia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Miguel Lopez de Legazpi known for?

    <p>Leading the first Spanish settlement in Cebu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the local governance structure, who served as chief executive along with the mayor?

    <p>Vice Mayor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the Constitution of 1812 attempt to implement in the Philippines?

    <p>Constitutional monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Francisco Mercado Rizal's nickname?

    <p>Pepe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What profession did Narcisa pursue?

    <p>Musician and educator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sibling of Jose Rizal died at a young age?

    <p>Concepcion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sibling was known to have a profound reaction to 'The Story of the Moth'?

    <p>Concepcion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the relationship between Josefa and the Katipunan?

    <p>Member</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age did Jose Rizal begin to read the Spanish Bible?

    <p>Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition did Josefa suffer from before her death?

    <p>Epilepsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked Francisco Mercado Rizal's life as a hardworking and independent-minded individual?

    <p>Becoming a tenant-farmer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What future role was predicted for the child referred to in the document?

    <p>He will become a great man.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following languages is Jose Rizal known to have mastered?

    <p>22 languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary occupation of Jose Rizal?

    <p>Ophthalmologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trait is NOT associated with Teodora Alonzo Realonda according to the document?

    <p>Political activist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first to trace Jose Rizal's family roots?

    <p>Dr. Austin Craig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Domingo Lamco's original family name?

    <p>Mercado</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How old was Teodora Alonzo Realonda when she died?

    <p>85</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sibling of Jose Rizal married Timoteo Hidalgo?

    <p>Saturnina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What policy required natives to live near the center to hear the church bells?

    <p>Reduccion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Bandala' refer to in the context of the Filipino economy during the Spanish period?

    <p>Forced retail practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution was established in 1611 and was open to Filipinos before the end of Spanish rule?

    <p>University of Santo Tomas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Polo y Servicio' mean?

    <p>Community labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary agricultural policy that often enslaved rural folks in the Spanish period?

    <p>Encomienda system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Dr. Jose Rizal born?

    <p>June 19, 1861</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who baptized Dr. Jose Rizal?

    <p>Father Rufino Collantes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main economic activities that connected Manila to other regions during the Galeon Trade?

    <p>Galeon trading with Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the annual salary of the Governor General in the colonial Philippines?

    <p>40,000 pesos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which religious transformation was forced upon the Filipino population during the colonial era?

    <p>Adoption of Spanish Catholicism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the age criteria for suffrage during the colonial government?

    <p>23 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title refers to the head of a barangay in the Philippines?

    <p>Datu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was considered a 'Martyr of 1872' in the context of Spanish colonial rule?

    <p>GomBurZa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the core issue regarding justice under Spanish colonial administration?

    <p>Delay and partiality in courts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the excessive powers and privileges granted to colonial officials?

    <p>Abuses of authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the common perception of brown-skinned Filipinos under Spanish rule?

    <p>They were perceived as inferiors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was known to be one of the most corrupt officials during the colonial period?

    <p>Alcalde mayor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of culture dominated the literature under Spanish rule in the 19th century?

    <p>Theocratic and epic-driven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Principalia and Spanish Colonial Reforms

    • Principalia represented the wealthy, pure-blooded native class in the Philippines, believed to be descended from kadatoan.
    • Reforms aimed to control American colonies, exploit resources, professionalize the army, subdivide New Spain into mayors, diminish viceroyal power, and exclude natives from political roles.

    Political Condition in the Philippines

    • The King issued a royal decree to govern the Philippines; governance executed from Manila with executive, legislative, and religious powers concentrated in Governor General.
    • Governor General, appointed by the King, was overseen by a visitador (inspector) and a residencia (observer).
    • Established local governance structures like alcaldias (provincial government) and cabildos (city government).

    Liberal Constitution Attempt in 1812

    • Aimed to create a constitutional monarchy but was rendered invalid by King Fernando VII in 1814, restoring absolutism.
    • Governance involved about 300 subordinates from Spain and colonial territories.

    Life of Jose Rizal

    • Born on June 19, 1861, in Calamba; shown early signs of genius including reading the Spanish Bible at five.
    • Executed on December 30, 1896, became the national hero posthumously known as "Pepe".
    • Influential family members included his mother, Teodora, and various siblings, each contributing to his nurturing.

    Rizal's Siblings' Contributions

    • Narcisa (1852-1939), musician and educator, facilitated memories of Rizal’s works.
    • Olympian and Lucia engaged in local arts and education.
    • Josefa became a member of the Katipunan, showcasing family involvement in national consciousness.

    Socio-Cultural Conditions in the 19th Century

    • Social stratification: Peninsulares (Spanish born in Spain), Insulares (Spanish born in the Philippines), Creoles (Ilustrados and Principalia), and Indios (natives).
    • Literature shifted from theocratic epics to modern forms reflecting societal changes.

    Economic Conditions in the 19th Century

    • Encomienda system established control over land; native peoples became tenants or laborers.
    • Haciendas owned predominantly by Spanish officials and friars led to agrarian revolts.
    • Major economic policies imposed by Spaniards included forced sales (BANDALA) and labor (Polo y Servicio).

    Governance and Administration Issues

    • Corrupt officials frequently mismanaged colonial policies and exploited favor with the crown.
    • Notorious governors included General Rafael de Izquierdo and General Valerio Weyler, known for their oppressive practices.
    • The social structure left natives with little rights and representation, facing abuses under local law.

    Educational Developments

    • Establishment of universities like UST (1611), offering limited access for Filipinos.
    • Educational decrees in 1863 aimed to improve schooling but were largely ineffective for broader populations.
    • Significant focus on traditional values, with cultural education largely controlled by colonial powers.

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    Explore the political reforms aimed at controlling American colonies and resource exploitation by the crown. This quiz delves into the subdivision of New Spain into mayors and the professionalization of the army. Test your knowledge on this significant historical period.

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