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What year did Odoric Mattiussi set sail to Asia?
What year did Odoric Mattiussi set sail to Asia?
- 1318 (correct)
- 1330
- 1286
- 1300
What does the name 'Thalamasin' reportedly mean in Malaysian?
What does the name 'Thalamasin' reportedly mean in Malaysian?
- Place of gold
- Salty land (correct)
- Land of the dead
- Land of dreams
In what year did Odoric return home after his travels?
In what year did Odoric return home after his travels?
- 1318
- 1320
- 1333
- 1330 (correct)
Who commented on the nature of historical interpretation as being based on accepted judgments?
Who commented on the nature of historical interpretation as being based on accepted judgments?
What is the 1433 Code of Kalantiaw considered to be?
What is the 1433 Code of Kalantiaw considered to be?
What role did Bathala serve in the belief system mentioned in the content?
What role did Bathala serve in the belief system mentioned in the content?
What was the primary motivation behind Magellan's voyage funded by King Charles I of Spain?
What was the primary motivation behind Magellan's voyage funded by King Charles I of Spain?
What does the term 'Pangatahujan' refer to in the presented beliefs?
What does the term 'Pangatahujan' refer to in the presented beliefs?
Who was Antonio Pigafetta and what was notable about his role during the voyage?
Who was Antonio Pigafetta and what was notable about his role during the voyage?
Which celestial body is referred to as the morning star named 'Tala'?
Which celestial body is referred to as the morning star named 'Tala'?
What was a key outcome of the Treaty of Tordesillas in relation to exploration?
What was a key outcome of the Treaty of Tordesillas in relation to exploration?
What is 'Silbi' as mentioned in the content?
What is 'Silbi' as mentioned in the content?
What was Magellan’s response after being repeatedly refused support for his venture by the king?
What was Magellan’s response after being repeatedly refused support for his venture by the king?
What is the officially recognized site of the first Catholic mass in the Philippines?
What is the officially recognized site of the first Catholic mass in the Philippines?
On which date was the first Catholic mass in the Philippines held?
On which date was the first Catholic mass in the Philippines held?
Which landform was described as being shaped like a stingray?
Which landform was described as being shaped like a stingray?
What navigational tool did Magellan use to determine his latitude?
What navigational tool did Magellan use to determine his latitude?
Which embassy recognized Mazzaua as a historical site?
Which embassy recognized Mazzaua as a historical site?
What significant event took place on Easter Sunday during Magellan's expedition?
What significant event took place on Easter Sunday during Magellan's expedition?
Which site did Magellan reportedly avoid near his travels?
Which site did Magellan reportedly avoid near his travels?
What is the significance of the site listed as the first Christmas mass held in the Philippines?
What is the significance of the site listed as the first Christmas mass held in the Philippines?
Which priest was not one of the Three Martyr Priests known as GOMBURZA?
Which priest was not one of the Three Martyr Priests known as GOMBURZA?
What is the primary subject of the book titled 'Rizal’s Unfading Glory'?
What is the primary subject of the book titled 'Rizal’s Unfading Glory'?
What significant event did the royal order on September 10, 1861, pertain to?
What significant event did the royal order on September 10, 1861, pertain to?
What was indicated about the retraction of Rizal according to Eugene A. Hessel?
What was indicated about the retraction of Rizal according to Eugene A. Hessel?
Which of the following arguments questions the authenticity of the retraction document?
Which of the following arguments questions the authenticity of the retraction document?
According to the content, who reportedly recited and signed a prayer book associated with Rizal?
According to the content, who reportedly recited and signed a prayer book associated with Rizal?
What action was alleged not to have been taken after Rizal signed the retraction?
What action was alleged not to have been taken after Rizal signed the retraction?
Who is noted as a biographer specifically dealing with Rizal's retraction?
Who is noted as a biographer specifically dealing with Rizal's retraction?
What is one of the primary definitions of history?
What is one of the primary definitions of history?
Which of the following best describes historiography?
Which of the following best describes historiography?
What does internal criticism of historical sources focus on?
What does internal criticism of historical sources focus on?
Which term refers to the interpretation of historical events through a specific perspective, particularly in relation to colonialism?
Which term refers to the interpretation of historical events through a specific perspective, particularly in relation to colonialism?
What is an example of a secondary source?
What is an example of a secondary source?
Which of the following statements aligns most closely with the idea of positivism in historical methodology?
Which of the following statements aligns most closely with the idea of positivism in historical methodology?
Which of the following is not typically considered a primary source?
Which of the following is not typically considered a primary source?
What does the term 'white man's burden' refer to in historical discussions?
What does the term 'white man's burden' refer to in historical discussions?
Study Notes
The Nature of History
- The study of history involves examining past events through inquiry and investigation.
- Learning from the past can help us avoid repeating mistakes and understand the present.
- History is subjective as it is influenced by the perspectives of historians and the available evidence.
Historical Methodology
- Historians utilize specific techniques and rules to analyze sources and evidence effectively.
Historiography
- It involves studying how interpretations of past events have changed through the lens of different historians.
Positivism
- A school of thought emerged in the 18th and 19th centuries, emphasizing objective and impartial analysis of historical data.
Post-Colonialism
- A school of thought that emerged in the early 20th century, focusing on the impact of colonialism and its effects on the telling of history.
Two Categories of Historical Data
- Primary sources: Direct evidence from the historical era being studied, including artifacts, documents, and audio/visual recordings.
- Secondary sources: Interpretations written by historians based on primary sources.
Internal Criticism
- Examines the content of the source material to assess its accuracy, trustworthiness, and integrity.
The First Catholic Mass in the Philippines
- Officially recognized as being held on March 31, 1521, on Limasawa Island, Southern Leyte, during Ferdinand Magellan's expedition.
- The event is celebrated by the Philippine government, the Roman Catholic Church, and the Portuguese Embassy in Manila.
The First Voyage Around the World
- Led by Ferdinand Magellan in 1491-1534.
- Funded by King Charles I of Spain with the aim of finding a western route to the Spice Islands.
- The voyage was significant for proving the earth is round.
Antonio Pigafetta
- An Italian scholar and explorer who chronicled Magellan's voyage.
- He studied astronomy, geography, cartography, and navigation.
Controversies Surrounding the First Mass
- Other potential sites for the first mass include:
- Masao or Mazaua in Butuan, Agusan del Norte
- Mahaba Island in Placer, Surigao del Norte
- Bolinao, Pangasinan
Henry Yule
- A scholar who disputed the Limasawa Island site, suggesting instead that the first mass was held in Biru (now Berau) on the east coast of Borneo.
The Code of Kalantiaw
- A mythical legal code in the Maragtas epic history, said to contain 18 articles.
The Gomburza Martyrs
- Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora were three Filipino priests executed in 1872.
- Their execution contributed to the growth of Filipino nationalism.
Rizal's Retraction
- A controversial event where José Rizal, a Filipino nationalist, allegedly recanted his writings.
- The authenticity of the retraction document is debated, with arguments for and against its legitimacy.
Arguments Against the Retraction
- The document itself is strangely worded and not published until 1935.
- Family members and biographers have stated the document was lost and not seen by them.
- It is thought that no effort was made to save Rizal after the alleged retraction.
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of history, including the methods historians use and how interpretations of events have evolved over time. You'll learn about significant schools of thought such as positivism and post-colonialism, as well as the importance of primary and secondary sources in historical research.
