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What contributed significantly to the political chaos in Spain during the early 19th century, affecting its colonies?
What contributed significantly to the political chaos in Spain during the early 19th century, affecting its colonies?
- The turbulent reign of King Ferdinand VII and struggles between despotism and liberalism. (correct)
- The rise of industrialization and urbanization.
- Widespread famine and disease across the Iberian Peninsula.
- The expansion of Spanish territories in North Africa.
How did the political instability in Spain impact the administration of the Philippines?
How did the political instability in Spain impact the administration of the Philippines?
- It led to a decrease in trade and economic activity.
- It resulted in longer terms for governors-general, providing more stability.
- It had no significant impact as the Philippines was largely autonomous.
- It caused frequent shifts in colonial policies and a rapid turnover of colonial officials. (correct)
Between 1835 and 1897, what was the average term of service for a governor-general in the Philippines, reflecting the instability of the period?
Between 1835 and 1897, what was the average term of service for a governor-general in the Philippines, reflecting the instability of the period?
- Six months.
- Two years.
- One year and three months. (correct)
- Five years.
What was the role of the 'Guardia Civil' during Rizal's time in the Philippines?
What was the role of the 'Guardia Civil' during Rizal's time in the Philippines?
Which situation best exemplifies the instability of Spanish politics in the Philippines during the mid-19th century?
Which situation best exemplifies the instability of Spanish politics in the Philippines during the mid-19th century?
What was the significance of the Carlist Wars in relation to Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines?
What was the significance of the Carlist Wars in relation to Spanish colonial administration in the Philippines?
How did the absence of Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes affect the Filipino people during Rizal's time?
How did the absence of Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes affect the Filipino people during Rizal's time?
Which of the following best describes the term 'frailocracy' in the context of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines?
Which of the following best describes the term 'frailocracy' in the context of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines?
What was the impact of racial discrimination on Filipinos during the Spanish colonial period, as highlighted in the text?
What was the impact of racial discrimination on Filipinos during the Spanish colonial period, as highlighted in the text?
Considering the various forms of injustice prevalent during Rizal's time, which issue directly affected the economic lives of many ordinary Filipinos?
Considering the various forms of injustice prevalent during Rizal's time, which issue directly affected the economic lives of many ordinary Filipinos?
Flashcards
Spanish Misrule
Spanish Misrule
Unjust governance under Spanish rule, marked by bigotry and deterioration.
Instability of Colonial Administration
Instability of Colonial Administration
Frequent changes in leadership and policies due to political chaos in Spain.
Corrupt Officialdom
Corrupt Officialdom
Dishonest and unethical behavior by those in positions of power.
No Philippine Representation
No Philippine Representation
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Human Rights Denied
Human Rights Denied
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Maladministration of Justice
Maladministration of Justice
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Racial Discrimination
Racial Discrimination
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Frailocracy
Frailocracy
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Forced Labor
Forced Labor
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Haciendas owned by friars
Haciendas owned by friars
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Study Notes
- During Rizal's time, Spain's decadence cast a dark shadow over the Philippines
- Filipinos suffered under Spanish misrule due to an unjust, bigoted, and deteriorating colonial power
Evils of Spanish Rule
- Instability of colonial administration
- Corrupt officialdom
- No Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes
- Human rights denied to Filipinos
- No equality before the law
- Maladministration of justice
- Racial discrimination
- Frailocracy
- Forced labor
- Haciendas owned by friars
- The Guardia Civil
Instability of Colonial Administration
- Spanish political instability began during King Ferdinand VII's reign (1808-1833)
- The Spanish government underwent frequent changes due to struggles between despotism and liberalism, and the Carlist Wars
- From 1834 to 1862, Spain adopted four constitutions, elected 28 parliaments, and installed at least 529 ministers
- This was followed by party strife, revolutions, and political upheavals
Impact on the Philippines
- Political instability in Spain led to frequent shifts in colonial policies and officials in the Philippines
- From 1835 to 1897, the Philippines had 50 governors-general, each serving an average of one year and three months
- At one time, from December 1853 to November 1854, there were four governors-general
Anecdote
- In 1850, a Spanish jurist appointed as oidor (magistrate) of the Royal Audiencia of Manila left Madrid with his family
- He took a leisurely six-month trip via the Cape of Good Hope
- Upon arriving in Manila, he discovered another jurist already occupied his position
- The ministry that appointed him had already replaced him during his sea voyage
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