17 Questions
What did Pigafetta's account document regarding the Filipinos' perception by Europeans?
The document portrayed the Filipinos as inferior in warfare, dress, and writing system.
Which of the following statements about the introduction of Christianity in the Philippines is true based on the given text?
The document enriched Philippine historiography by including important details about the origins of Christianity in the country.
What was the Christian name given to the wife of Raja Humabon, the queen of Cebu, upon her baptism?
Juana
What did Pigafetta call the natives of the Philippines, as mentioned in the text?
Kaffirs
Which event related to Magellan's exploration is mentioned in the given text?
The Battle of Mactan, where Magellan met his end
What did Magellan's exploration confirm, according to the text?
The Portuguese route to the Spice Islands was not the only one
Which Portuguese explorer led the historic expedition from Spain in 1519 to find a western sea route to the Spice Islands?
Ferdinand Magellan
What was the name of the only surviving ship from the Magellan-Elcano Expedition?
Victoria
Where did Ferdinand Magellan die during the expedition in the Philippines?
Battle of Mactan
What was the main purpose of Magellan's expedition in 1519?
To find a western sea route to the Spice Islands
What did Antonio Pigafetta have as a witness to the incident during the expedition?
First-hand testimony
Which country did Ferdinand Magellan set out from in 1519 with a fleet of five ships?
Spain
Who were the first two kings that Magellan had baptized?
Raja Humabon and Raja Colambu
What did the people of the two kings Magellan first met call their god, according to Pigafetta's account?
They raised their clasped hands and face to the sky
What was the purpose of Juan de Plasencia's observations and judgments regarding the life of the ancient Filipinos?
To help the Spaniards understand and develop the Filipinos' customs and traditions
What is the origin of the term "barangay" according to the text?
It was a type of sailboat used by the Malay colonists
How did the introduction of Christianity impact the customs and traditions of the ancient Filipinos, according to the text?
It helped develop and improve their existing customs and traditions
Explore historical accounts of early encounters and baptisms in the Philippines as documented by Pigafetta, Magellan, and Juan de Plasencia. Learn about the customs and beliefs of the people during the early 16th century.
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