The Cry of Balintawak: Philippine Revolution

What was the original name of the revolution before being changed to 'Cry of Pugad Lawin'?

Which source is considered less reliable due to inconsistent statements?

What does the term 'Unang Sigaw' literally translate to?

When did the event known as the 'Cry' occur at Pamitinan Cave?

What action was associated with the definition of 'Unang Sigaw' by Agoncillo?

What event is known as the Cry of Balintawak?

Who led the Katipunan in the revolt during the Cry of Balintawak?

Which date is commonly associated with the Cry of Balintawak?

What documents are considered as key sources of information about the Cry of Balintawak?

What significant action did the Katipuneros take to signal the uprising?

Where did the Cry of Balintawak occur?

What aspect of the Cry of Balintawak remains unclear to historians?

What was the role of the Katipunan secret society during the Cry of Balintawak?

The Cry of Balintawak

The Cry of Balintawak, also known as the "Unang Sigaw," marks the beginning of the Philippine Revolution against Spain.
The date and location of the Cry of Balintawak are disputed, with various sources providing conflicting accounts.
Most historians believe it occurred sometime in late August 1896 in an area encompassing present-day Caloocan and Quezon City.
The Cry's meaning is debatable, with different interpretations focusing on:
- The first armed confrontation with Spanish forces
- The literal translation of "Unang Sigaw," meaning "The First Cry"
- The symbolic act of tearing up cedulas, Spanish identification documents, by Katipuneros
- The formation of a revolutionary government

Controversies Surrounding the Cry

Key sources of information about the Cry come from the Masangkay Papers, published statements from various Katipuneros, and the Spanish perspective from sources like El Comercio and a telegram by Col. Pintos de Ledesma.
Pio Valenzuela, a prominent Katipunero, provided inconsistent accounts of the Cry over time, first placing it in Balintawak between August 23 and 25, and later claiming it took place at Apolonio Samson's house in Balintawak on August 23.
The Cry of Pugad Lawin, often used synonymously with the Cry of Balintawak, is attributed to Agoncillo's book "The Revolt of the Masses." However, the book's reliability as a source of the Cry's origins is questioned by historians.
Despite a lack of conclusive evidence, the Cry serves as a powerful symbol of the start of the Philippine Revolution, uniting Filipinos against Spanish rule.

This quiz explores the Cry of Balintawak, a pivotal event marking the start of the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule. It delves into the historical significance, controversies surrounding the date and location, and interpretations of this critical moment in history.