RPH Reviewer Multiple Choice Questions PDF

#### RPH REVIEWER #### Multiple Choice Questions (1-15) 1. **What does \"historia\" mean in Greek?**\ a) Knowledge acquired through inquiry\ b) A narrative of past events\ c) The study of dates and places\ d) Documentation of government records 2. **Which defines primary sources...

#### RPH REVIEWER #### Multiple Choice Questions (1-15) 1. **What does \"historia\" mean in Greek?**\ a) Knowledge acquired through inquiry\ b) A narrative of past events\ c) The study of dates and places\ d) Documentation of government records 2. **Which defines primary sources?**\ a) Sources created after an event\ b) Sources interpreted by historians\ c) Sources produced during the event\ d) Always written documents 3. **What is the purpose of historiography?**\ a) To study past events\ b) To analyze historical texts and contexts\ c) To provide narratives for education\ d) To memorize dates and figures 4. **Which is a secondary source?**\ a) A diary from an event participant\ b) A newspaper article from the time\ c) A textbook on the Philippine Revolution\ d) An oral tradition 5. **What issue arises from the statement \"history is written by the victors\"?**\ a) Historians are objective\ b) Narratives can be biased\ c) Facts are always clear\ d) All historians use the same sources 6. **Which is NOT a primary source?**\ a) Eyewitness accounts\ b) Official government records\ c) A biography written years later\ d) Artifacts from the period 7. **What do historians rely on to interpret facts?**\ a) Personal opinions\ b) Historical methodology\ c) Memorization of dates\ d) Public sentiment 8. **What is external criticism?**\ a) Analyzing content truthfulness\ b) Verifying source authenticity\ c) Summarizing historical narratives\ d) Comparing different accounts 9. **What best describes secondary sources?**\ a) Original documents\ b) Firsthand accounts\ c) Analyses of primary sources\ d) Artifacts from the past 10. **Which type of evidence is often excluded in traditional history?**\ a) Oral traditions\ b) Official documents\ c) Military records\ d) Government archives 11. **Who wrote history to show Filipinos as intellectuals to Spaniards?**\ a) American historians\ b) Spanish officials\ c) Ilustrados like Jose Rizal\ d) Marcos 12. **What does history help us understand?**\ a) Only past events\ b) The relevance of past lessons\ c) Future predictions\ d) Only political regimes 13. **What is a challenge in accessing historical truth?**\ a) Too many available sources\ b) The subjectivity of historians\ c) The abundance of written documents\ d) Clear-cut narratives 14. **Why is it important to use diverse sources?**\ a) To confirm biases\ b) To create simplified narratives\ c) To avoid one-sided interpretations\ d) To focus only on popular accounts 15. **What did the Code of Kalantiaw illustrate?**\ a) The importance of oral history\ b) How historical deception can occur\ c) The rigor of historical research\ d) The reliability of government records #### True or False Questions (16-18) 16. **True or False:** All historical sources are equally reliable. 17. **True or False:** Historians can access the past directly. 18. **True or False:** The interpretation of historical facts is always objective. #### Short Answer Questions (19-20) 19. **What are the two types of criticisms used to evaluate historical sources?** 20. **Why is studying history significant in understanding national identity?** 21. **Why is it important to consider multiple perspectives when studying history?** 22. **Who was Lapulapu and what was his role in the context of the Spanish arrival in the Philippines?** a\) A Spanish explorer who led the expedition to the Philippines\ b) The ruler of Mactan who resisted Spanish colonization\ c) A chieftain who welcomed Magellan and accepted Spanish sovereignty\ d) A native who collaborated with the Spanish against other chiefs 23. **What was the initial reaction of the chieftain Humabon and other allied chiefs to the Spanish arrival?** 24. **What was one of the reasons for Lapulapu\'s defiance against Magellan?** 25. **What strategic advantage did Lapulapu have in Mactan?** 26. **How did Lapulapu respond to Magellan\'s demands for tribute?** 27. **What was the significance of the term \"Punta Engaño\" given by the Spaniards?** 28. **What commonality did the testimonies of various members of Magellan\'s expedition reveal about the natives of Mactan?** 29. **What ultimately led to the conflict between Lapulapu and Magellan?** 30. **Which of the following statements is true based on the text?** 31. **What does the narrative of Lapulapu and the Battle of Mactan illustrate about the complexities of colonial encounters?** 32. **What metaphor is used to describe a life not dedicated to a noble purpose?**\ a) A river without water\ b) A tree without shade\ c) A ship without a sail\ d) A book without pages 33. **According to the Kartilya, what defines true virtue?**\ a) Doing good for personal gain\ b) Doing good for its own sake\ c) Being recognized for good deeds\ d) Following societal expectations 34. **How does the Kartilya suggest one should treat others?**\ a) With superiority\ b) With indifference\ c) With charity and love\ d) With competition 35. **What does the Kartilya state about equality among people?**\ a) People are equal by law only\ b) Superiority is natural\ c) Everyone is born equal, regardless of wealth or beauty\ d) Only the wealthy deserve respect 36. **What is prioritized by an honorable man according to the Kartilya?**\ a) Personal gain\ b) Honor\ c) Popularity\ d) Wealth 37. **What is described as sacred to an honorable man?**\ a) His possessions\ b) His family\ c) His word\ d) His reputation 38. **What should one do regarding time, as per the Kartilya?**\ a) Save time at all costs\ b) Value time more than wealth\ c) Spend time lavishly\ d) Worry about time lost 39. **What is emphasized as important when it comes to defending others?**\ a) Doing so only in public\ b) Fighting before the law or in the field\ c) Ignoring the oppressed\ d) Waiting for someone else to intervene 40. **According to the Kartilya, how should a prudent man behave?**\ a) Speak freely\ b) Be sparing in words and keep secrets\ c) Make grand declarations\ d) Seek attention 41. **How should one view women, according to the Kartilya?**\ a) As inferior beings\ b) As mere playthings\ c) As faithful companions\ d) As competitors 42. **What does the Kartilya say about treating your neighbor\'s family?**\ a) They deserve less respect\ b) Treat them worse than your own family\ c) Treat them as you wish your own family to be treated\ d) Ignore them completely 43. **What does true worth depend on, according to the Kartilya?**\ a) Social status\ b) Material possessions\ c) Proven real value and integrity\ d) Public opinion 44. **What is the ultimate goal when the rules of conduct in the Kartilya are followed?**\ a) Increased wealth\ b) Universal fame\ c) The rise of liberty and joy\ d) Political power 45. **Who may fill out the application for admission to the Katipunan?**\ a) Anyone seeking wealth\ b) Those who believe they can fulfill their duties\ c) Only the wealthy and powerful\ d) Anyone with connections 46. **On what date was the Declaration of Philippine Independence proclaimed?**\ a) August 12, 1898\ b) June 12, 1898\ c) July 4, 1898\ d) September 16, 1898 47. **Who was the War Counsellor and Special Delegate that proclaimed the Declaration of Independence?**\ a) Emilio Aguinaldo\ b) Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista\ c) José Rizal\ d) Andres Bonifacio 48. **What reason was given for the necessity of revolution against Spanish rule?**\ a) Economic prosperity\ b) Arbitrary arrests and abuses by the Civil Guards\ c) Desire for wealth\ d) Cultural superiority **\ ** 49. **Which two historical figures were mentioned as part of the early Spanish colonization of the Philippines?**\ a) Miguel López de Legazpi and Ferdinand Magellan\ b) José Rizal and Andres Bonifacio\ c) Emilio Aguinaldo and Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista\ d) Juan de Salcedo and Diego Silang 50. **What did the Declaration assert regarding the relationship between the Philippines and Spain?**\ a) The Philippines would remain a colony\ b) Allegiance to the Crown of Spain was completely severed\ c) The relationship would be strengthened\ d) The Philippines sought economic ties with Spain 51. **Which nation was recognized as a powerful ally in the Declaration?**\ a) France\ b) United Kingdom\ c) United States of America\ d) Japan 52. **What symbol did the Declaration state represented the Katipunan?**\ a) The sun\ b) The white triangle\ c) The three stars\ d) The eight rays 53. **How many provinces were mentioned as declaring themselves in a state of war against Spanish rule?**\ a) Six\ b) Seven\ c) Eight\ d) Nine 54. **What was the fate of Dr. Jose Rizal according to the Declaration?**\ a) He became the first president\ b) He was unjustly executed\ c) He fled to the United States\ d) He led the revolution 55. **What was the purpose of the \"blood compact\" mentioned in the Declaration?**\ a) To formalize alliances\ b) To establish trade agreements\ c) To mark the beginning of the revolution\ d) To ensure peaceful coexistence 56. **What did the Declaration claim about the Filipino people\'s right to self-determination?**\ a) They were not ready for independence\ b) They had the right to be free and independent\ c) They would rely on Spain for guidance\ d) They needed to form a colony 57. **What kind of government was established according to the Declaration?**\ a) A monarchy\ b) A dictatorship under Emilio Aguinaldo\ c) A parliamentary system\ d) A democratic republic 58. **What primary purpose do political cartoons serve according to McCoy\'s analysis?**\ a) To entertain the masses\ b) To provide a verbose editorial\ c) To offer social and political commentary\ d) To promote political figures 59. **How do political cartoons differ from classical art?**\ a) They are less serious\ b) They exaggerate human features and use humor\ c) They are more realistic\ d) They focus solely on landscapes 60. **In which time period did the political cartoons discussed in McCoy\'s book primarily emerge?**\ a) 1900-1941\ b) 1890-1900\ c) 1941-1960\ d) 1960-1980 61. **Who collaborated with Alfred McCoy in compiling the political cartoons for his book?**\ a) José Rizal\ b) Alfredo Roces\ c) Emilio Aguinaldo\ d) Andres Bonifacio 62. **What aspect of political cartoons makes them effective tools for publicizing opinions?**\ a) Their artistic style\ b) Their reliance on detailed narratives\ c) Their use of symbolism and exaggeration\ d) Their colorful imagery 63. **Why is the examination of political cartoons considered worthy of historical analysis?**\ a) They often predict future events\ b) They have little impact on public opinion\ c) They reflect and shape public opinion\ d) They are purely artistic expressions 64. **What role did print media play in the popularity of political cartoons during the American Era?**\ a) It limited their reach\ b) It helped in spreading social and political messages\ c) It discouraged public engagement\ d) It replaced traditional forms of art 65. **Which of the following best describes the themes commonly found in political cartoons from this period?**\ a) Celebration of political figures\ b) Critique of power and authority\ c) Neutral observations\ d) Purely humorous content 66. **How do political cartoons capture the audience's imagination according to McCoy?**\ a) By being complex and detailed\ b) Through visual symbolism and humor\ c) By focusing on mundane topics\ d) By avoiding political subjects 67. **What is a significant characteristic of the political caricatures studied in McCoy\'s work?**\ a) They avoided controversial subjects\ b) They emphasized realism\ c) They often targeted figures in power\ d) They were created solely for entertainment 68. **What was the main reason for Corazon Aquino's return to the United States in 1986?**\ a) To seek military aid\ b) To address Congress as the President of the Philippines\ c) To promote trade relations\ d) To deliver a eulogy for her husband 69. **Who was Ninoy Aquino, and why was he significant to Corazon Aquino's speech?**\ a) Her political rival\ b) A former president\ c) Her husband and a martyr for Philippine democracy\ d) A U.S. Senator 70. **In her speech, Aquino mentions a "pleasing sacrifice." What does she refer to?**\ a) The sacrifices made by soldiers\ b) The martyrdom of Ninoy Aquino\ c) Economic sacrifices for democracy\ d) The overthrow of the dictatorship 71. **What key event does Aquino attribute to the beginning of her presidency?**\ a) The peaceful transfer of power\ b) The snap elections\ c) The assassination of her husband\ d) A military coup 72. **How does Aquino describe the previous government under the dictator?**\ a) Supportive of democracy\ b) Corrupt and oppressive\ c) Focused on economic growth\ d) A champion of human rights 73. **What does Aquino say about the Filipino people's response to the snap elections?**\ a) They were indifferent\ b) They actively participated and protested\ c) They supported the dictator\ d) They demanded foreign intervention 74. **Which American historical figure does Aquino reference in her speech?**\ a) George Washington\ b) Franklin D. Roosevelt\ c) Abraham Lincoln\ d) Thomas Jefferson 75. **What was the condition of the Philippine economy at the time of her speech?**\ a) Flourishing and stable\ b) Overburdened by foreign debt\ c) Free from corruption\ d) Experiencing rapid growth 76. **What does Aquino seek from the United States in her speech?**\ a) Military intervention\ b) A formal alliance\ c) Support for the restoration of democracy\ d) Economic sanctions 77. **How does Aquino express her vision for the future of the Philippines?**\ a) By prioritizing economic aid over democracy\ b) By emphasizing the need for a strong military\ c) By calling for continued commitment to democratic ideals\ d) By advocating for isolationism ### Answer Key 1. a 2. c 3. b 4. c 5. b 6. c 7. b 8. b 9. c 10. a 11. c 12. b 13. b 14. c 15. b 16. False 17. False 18. False 19. External criticism and internal criticism. 20. It helps people understand their shared experiences and values, fostering unity and cultural awareness. 21. To avoid bias, understand diverse experiences, and achieve a more nuanced understanding of historical events. 22. b 23. b 24. b 25. b 26. c 27. c 28. b 29. b 30. c 31. b 32. b\) A tree without shade 33. b\) Doing good for its own sake 34. c\) With charity and love 35. c\) Everyone is born equal, regardless of wealth or beauty 36. b\) Honor 37. c\) His word 38. b\) Value time more than wealth 39. b\) Fighting before the law or in the field 40. b\) Be sparing in words and keep secrets 41. c\) As faithful companions 42. c\) Treat them as you wish your own family to be treated 43. c\) Proven real value and integrity 44. c\) The rise of liberty and joy 45. b\) Those who believe they can fulfill their duties 46. b\) June 12, 1898 47. b\) Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista 48. b\) Arbitrary arrests and abuses by the Civil Guards 49. a\) Miguel López de Legazpi and Ferdinand Magellan 50. b\) Allegiance to the Crown of Spain was completely severed 51. c\) United States of America 52. b\) The white triangle 53. c\) Eight 54. b\) He was unjustly executed 55. a\) To formalize alliances 56. b\) They had the right to be free and independent 57. b\) A dictatorship under Emilio Aguinaldo 58. c\) To offer social and political commentary 59. b\) They exaggerate human features and use humor 60. a\) 1900-1941 61. b\) Alfredo Roces 62. c\) Their use of symbolism and exaggeration 63. c\) They reflect and shape public opinion 64. b\) It helped in spreading social and political messages 65. b\) Critique of power and authority 66. b\) Through visual symbolism and humor 67. c\) They often targeted figures in power 68. b\) To address Congress as the President of the Philippines 69. c\) Her husband and a martyr for Philippine democracy 70. b\) The martyrdom of Ninoy Aquino 71. b\) The snap elections 72. b\) Corrupt and oppressive 73. b\) They actively participated and protested 74. c\) Abraham Lincoln 75. b\) Overburdened by foreign debt 76. c\) Support for the restoration of democracy 77. c\) By calling for continued commitment to democratic ideals