18 Questions
What human rights were denied to Filipinos by the Spanish authorities?
Freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of association
How did Spaniards view Filipinos during that time?
As inferior beings
What were preponderant factors in winning a court case in the Philippines during Rizal's time?
Wealth, social prestige, and color of skin
What derogatory term did Spaniards use to refer to Filipinos?
Indians
What characterized the course of justice in the Philippines during Rizal's time?
Corruption, partiality, and slowness
Which group faced heavier penalties under the Spanish Penal Code enforced in the Philippines?
Native Filipinos or mestizos
What was a major issue faced in the Philippines during Rizal's time?
Human rights denied to Filipinos
What was the impact of the instability of Spanish politics on the Philippines?
Frequent shifts in colonial policies
Why did the Philippines lack representation in the Spanish Cortes?
Napoleonic invasion and subsequent support
What characterized the Governor-Generals' terms in the Philippines from 1835 to 1897?
Each serving only one term
What was a significant negative aspect of the Filipino experience regarding justice in Rizal's time?
Maladministration of justice
What social system was prevalent in the Philippines during Rizal's time that affected land ownership?
Feudalism with haciendas owned by friars
What term did the Filipinos use to mock their pale-complexioned detractors?
Bangus
Which religious orders controlled the religious and educational life of the Philippines?
Augustinians, Dominicans, and Franciscans
What kind of labor was imposed by the Spanish colonial authorities on adult Filipino males?
Forced labor
Who were the richest landlords during Rizal's times in the Philippines?
Spanish friars
What did the Guardia Civil initially do before becoming infamous for their abuses?
Fighting bandits
Which region in the Philippines was not ruled by friar curates during that time period?
Pagan hinterlands
Test your knowledge on the historical context of the Philippines during Rizal's time, including topics like colonial administration, human rights violations, and social issues. Explore themes such as racial discrimination and forced labor in this quiz.
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