Pre-Spanish Era Quiz and Flashcards for Philippine History

What was the government called during the pre-Spanish era in the Philippines?

Who headed the Barangay during the pre-Spanish era?

How was the succession of leadership determined in the Barangay during the pre-Spanish era?

What were the two strategies used by the Spaniards to conquer the Philippines?

Which of the following was NOT a form of resistance against Spanish colonial rule mentioned in the text?

What were the two factors that contributed to the development of the concept of the Filipino identity?

Pre-Spanish Era

The government was called Barangay, headed by the Datu/Raja, considered the king of the barangay.
Barangay was considered a kingdom or country, with no national government.
The Datu's eldest son succeeded him, or the strongest in their tribe or barangay if there was no son.

Nobles: highest social class
Freemen: second social class
Slaves: lowest social class

Spanish Colonial Rule/Experience

Lasted for 333 years
2 strategies used by the Spanish to conquer the Philippines:
- Physical Control: forced small communities to form larger ones for control and proselytization (reduction)
- Psychological Control: manipulation

Forms of Resistance

Nativism: revolt against the Spanish through fighting with one's own faith
The Growth of Local Clergy: revolt of local Filipino priests for equal rights (GOMBURZA)

Elite Participation in the People's Protest

Inconsistent pattern of elite participation in protests against Spanish oppression
Some elites did not support their own country for selfish gains

Development of the Filipino Concept

Opening of the Philippines to international trade
Rise of the middle class, leading to the development of the concept of the Filipino

Test your knowledge on the Pre-Spanish Era in Philippine history, focusing on the government structure and leadership during that time. Learn about the roles of the Datu/Raja and the organization of Barangays as kingdoms or countries.