Spanish Colonial Architecture Quiz

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What architectural style is the Quiapo Church known for?

Renaissance

Baroque (correct)

Neo-Classical

Gothic

Binondo Church was built in 1596 by Spanish Missionaries.

True

What is the primary material used to construct Daraga Church?

Volcanic Rocks

The Malate Church is dedicated to Nuestra Senora De los _____, the patron saint of mothers and children.

Remedios Signup and view all the answers

Match the following churches with their notable features:

Binondo Church = Built in 1596 by Spanish Missionaries Quiapo Church = Houses the revered statue of Black Nazarene Daraga Church = Known for its Solomonic Columns Malate Church = Dedicated to Nuestra Senora De los Remedios Signup and view all the answers

What architectural style is primarily associated with the Bantay Church?

Spanish Gothic Signup and view all the answers

The Manila Cathedral is known for its Romanesque architecture.

True Signup and view all the answers

Name the church known as Asia's largest Catholic church.

Taal Basilica Signup and view all the answers

The _______ Church is known for being half-buried due to the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo.

Bacolor Signup and view all the answers

Which church was founded to serve the Chinese community?

San Lorenzo Ruiz Church Signup and view all the answers

Match the following churches with their unique features:

Bantay Church = Belltower known as the Bantay Bell Tower Taal Basilica = Largest Catholic Church in Asia Manila Cathedral = Seat of the Archbishop of Manila Bacolor Church = Half-buried due to lahar flows Signup and view all the answers

Betis Church was built in the 19th century.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of St. Lorenzo Ruiz?

He is the first Filipino Saint and Martyr. Signup and view all the answers

What architectural style is San Agustin Church an example of?

Baroque Signup and view all the answers

Baclayon Church is known for its ceiling painting in the Trompe l'oeil style.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which church was built in 1810 and is known as Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion?

Santa Maria Church Signup and view all the answers

The _____ dogs are located at the entrance of Santa Maria Church.

Chinese Fu Signup and view all the answers

What is Miag-ao Church also known as?

Santo Tomas de Villanova Church Signup and view all the answers

Fort Santiago was originally a military base and is now a national shrine.

True Signup and view all the answers

Match each church with its notable characteristic:

San Agustin Church = Oldest stone church in the Philippines Paoay Church = Blend of Baroque and Gothic elements Baclayon Church = Ceiling painting in Trompe l'oeil style Miag-ao Church = Finest Fortress Baroque facade Signup and view all the answers

Paoay Church was built in the year _____ and is known for its massive sculpted buttresses.

1694 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Spanish Colonial Architecture

Focused on Church buildings and colonial infrastructure
Forced urbanization and resettlement programs consolidated scattered native communities into villages
The concept of land as private property (encomienda system) and capital was established
"Pueblos" (capitals/towns) were the heart of municipalities, with "Barrios" and "Estancias" (large ranches)
Intramuros, Manila's walled city, patterned after European fortresses;
It had 3916 meters of walls constructed from volcanic tuff and brick.
Extensive use of indigenous labor (coolies and Indios) for construction.

Architectural Features of Intramuros

Places in Intramuros included stone landings, artillery, bastions, watchtowers, bridges, and gates.
Notable structures included Casa Matas, Baluarte de San Diego, Revellin bridge, entrance to Revellin bridge, moat, Puerta de Sta. Lucia, Puerta Real, Puerta Parian, and Puerta Isabel, the Gate of Fort Santiago.

Extramuros

Extramuros (outside the walls) included villages (pueblos), Chinese (Parian), and Japanese (Dilao) communities.
Key locations included Pueblo de Tondo (unprivileged natives), Pueblo de Quiapo (Black Nazarene), Pueblo de Binondo (Chinatown), and the Isla de Binondo.
Pueblo de Malate with its ambitious maharlika (nobleman)
The Laws of Indies (Leyes de Indias), a set of planning guidelines, was issued by King Philip II in 1573.

Churches

Christian worship types and structures, including Katedral/Cathedrals, Fortress churches, Parish Churches, and Religious Journeys
Types of Philippine Churches - Katedral, basilica minore del santo nino, St. Catherine churches, San Sebastian church, Bantay church, Binondo church, Bacolor church

Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

Oldest Roman Church in the Philippines, built in 1565
Housed the statue of Santo Niño (child Jesus).

Churches

Known for defensive features, combining religious and military architecture
Significant examples include St. Catherine's Church, San Sebastian Church, and Bantay Church.

Fortress

Heavy stone walls, moats, important defense systems.
Key examples include Fort Santiago and Fort Pilar.
Fort Santiago, a prison for revolutionary fighters

Institutional Buildings

Catholic institutions established by Spanish Order of Preachers served as educational and religious centers.
Examples include the University of Santo Tomas, founded in 1611, and the Colegio de San Juan de Letran.
The University of Santo Tomas and the University of San Agustin were examples of important institutions.

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Test your knowledge on Spanish Colonial Architecture, focusing on the distinctive features of church buildings and urban planning during the colonial era. Explore the significance of Intramuros, Manila and its various structures, as well as the socio-economic systems that shaped the landscape. This quiz will challenge your understanding of architectural elements and historical contexts.