16 Questions
What political movement originated in France during the mid-1700s?
The Age of Enlightenment
Which theory stated that Kings had the God-given right to rule their nation as they wished?
Theory of Divine Right
Who believed that people are basically moral and reasonable, and have natural rights such as life, liberty, and property?
John Locke
What key concept challenged the absolute monarchy during the Enlightenment?
Republicanism
Which movement in the Philippines was influenced by the political developments in Europe during the 19th century?
Propaganda Movement
What concept refers to the rule of the friars in the Philippines during the 19th century?
Frailocracy
Which event in the 19th century contributed significantly to the political awakening of Jose Rizal and the Filipinos?
Opening of the Suez Canal
What impact did the opening of the Suez Canal have on the Philippines according to the text?
Importation of books with liberal ideas
Which governor general's leadership led to a democratic environment in the Philippines in the 19th century?
Governor General Dela Torre
What role did the Spanish friars serve as corruption in civil officials increased?
Refuge for moral and political guidance
What event urged reformists and nationalists like Jose Rizal to work harder to reveal the real enemies in the Philippines?
"Opening of Suez Canal"
Who first used the word 'Filipino' to refer to the inhabitants of the Philippines?
Jose Rizal
What contributed to the awakening of national consciousness among the natives of the Philippines?
Movements against Spanish oppression
Which group had the privilege to recognize and condemn the ills of the Spanish colonial government through their education?
Middle class Filipinos
During which century did many prominent figures of the Propaganda Movement emerge from the middle class?
19th century
Which event around the world also contributed to the formation of national consciousness in the Philippines during the 19th century?
Industrial Revolution
Explore the influence of Spanish friars in the Philippines during the 19th century, their roles as moral and political guides, and the resulting power dynamics leading to frailocracy. Learn about the response of reformists and nationalists like Rizal to the growing influence of friars.
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