Pre-Colonial Era of the Philippines: Government and Society
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What was the origin of the term 'Barangay'?

  • From the name of a Maharlika
  • From the word 'balangai' (correct)
  • From the word 'baranggay'
  • From the name of a Datu

    • How did a Datu obtain his position in a Barangay?

  • Through a lottery system
  • Through appointment by a higher authority
  • Through inheritance, wealth, wisdom or strength (correct)
  • Through election by the people

    • What was similar between the powers of a Datu and a monarch in Western Europe?

  • Their military strength
  • Their titles and ranks
  • Their powers as Chief Executive, Legislator, Judge, and Military Commander (correct)
  • Their system of government

    • What was the relationship like among the independent Barangays?

    <p>They had relations of war and peace among themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the social class composed of people who were born free and emancipated slaves called?

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

    What was the title of a noblewoman in a Barangay?

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

    What is the name of the oldest existing school for girls in the Philippines?

    <p>Colegio de Sta. Isabel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was introduced by the Spanish to make our people closer to the Western World?

    <p>Latin alphabet and Spanish language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known as the Prince of Filipino Printers?

    <p>Tomas Pinpin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the first book printed in the Philippines?

    <p>Doctrina Christiana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Spanish develop and preserve in the Philippines?

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

    Who introduced a new calendar and gave Spanish names to Filipinos?

    <p>Gov. Gen. Narciso Claveria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the special court conducted by the incoming governor-general to investigate the conduct of the outgoing governor-general?

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

    Which of the following is a collection of ancient Spanish laws?

    <p>Las Siete Partidas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the 'Las Leyes de Toro'?

    <p>To deal with last wills and testaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Catholicism in the Philippines according to the text?

    <p>It is the main legacy of the Spanish colonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the 'Visitador'?

    <p>To ensure that colonial officials are behaving well</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Christian nations are there in Asia according to the text?

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

    What was the name given to the country formed by grouping together the islands?

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

    Who was the legendary lawgiver of the people?

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

    What were the three main aims of Spanish colonization?

    <p>To propagate Christianity, to acquire material wealth, and to achieve political glory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Chief Executive of the Philippines during the Spanish Period?

    <p>The Governor-General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Supreme Court of the Philippines during the Spanish Period?

    <p>The Royal Audiencia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the official residence of the Governor-General located?

    <p>The Malacañan Palace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Francisco Balagtas known as?

    <p>Prince of Tagalog Poets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the bamboo organ built by Father Diego Cerra?

    <p>Las Piñas Bamboo Organ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the painting by Juan Luna?

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

    What is the name of the type of play that features fights between Christians and Muslims?

    <p>Moro-moro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the observatory founded in 1865?

    <p>The Observatory of Manila</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the 'Father of Filipino Painters'?

    <p>Damian Domingo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pre-Colonial Era of the Philippines

    • The ancestors of the Filipinos already had a government before the coming of the Spaniards in the 15th century.
    • The basic unit of government was the barangay, which came from the word "balangai" and consisted of 30 or more families.
    • There was no national government, and the independent barangays had relations of war and peace among themselves.

    Datu or Raja

    • The datu was the ruler of the barangay, and obtained his position through inheritance, wealth, wisdom, or strength.
    • The powers of the datu were similar to those of a monarch in Western Europe, including being the chief executive, legislator, judge, and military commander.

    Social Classes in a Barangay

    • The nobles, known as Maharlika, constituted the ruling class or barangay elite.
    • Titles of nobility included Datu, Raja, Lakan, Lakambini, Gat, and Dayang.
    • The freemen, known as Timawa, consisted of persons born as free and emancipated slaves.

    Filipino Society During the Spanish Era

    • Hospitals and orphanages were established, including the Hospital of San Juan de Dios and San Lazaro Hospital.
    • The diet of the Filipinos was introduced to new foods such as beef, mutton, sausages, ham, and sardines, as well as European wines and spirits.
    • Men and women adopted Western-style clothing, such as coats and trousers for men, and saya and camisa for women.
    • Family life was improved, and women's status in society was elevated.

    Education and Culture

    • The University of Sto. Tomas (1611) and Colegio de Sta. Isabel (the oldest existing school for girls) were established.
    • The Latin alphabet and Spanish language were introduced, making the Filipinos closer to the Western World.
    • The printing press was introduced, with the first book printed in the Philippines being the Doctrina Christiana (1595).
    • Literature flourished, with notable works including the Pasión, Awit, and Corrido.

    Spanish Laws and Governance

    • The Spanish laws extended to the Philippines, including the Leyes de Indias, Las Siete Partidas, La Novisima Recopilación, Las Leyes de Toro, Penal Code, Civil Code, Code of Commerce, Mining Law, and Mortgage Law.
    • The Spanish Governor-General was the chief executive of the Philippines, with powers including executive, administrative, legislative, judicial, diplomatic, military, and ecclesiastical.
    • Checks to the Governor-General's powers included the Royal Audiencia, the Supreme Court of the Philippines during the Spanish Period.

    Theater, Music, and Art

    • The Cenaculo and Moro-moro were popular forms of theater.
    • Music was enriched by the introduction of Western instruments, songs, and dances.
    • The Las Piñas Bamboo Organ (1818) was built by Father Diego Cerra.
    • Notable artists included Damian Domingo, Juan Luna, and Felix Resurreción Hidalgo.

    Science and Fiestas

    • The Observatory of Manila was founded in 1865, with Father Federico Faura as its first director.
    • Notable scientists included Anacleto V. Del Rosario, Leon Ma. Guerrero, and José Rizal.
    • Fiestas and religious occasions, such as Santacruzan and Flores De Mayo, were introduced by the Spaniards.
    • Amusements such as cock-fighting, Manila Lottery, and horse-racing were also introduced.

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    Learn about the government and social structure of the Philippines before the arrival of the Spanish in the 15th century. Discover the role of the Datu and the significance of the Barangay in this early period of Philippine history.

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