PHILIPPINE CONTROVERSIES they decided to revolt after their assembly on

August 23, 1896

MIDTERM EXAM - MCQ QUESTIONS D. For 333 years, Filipinos were under Spanish
(GE-RPH MWF 7:00-8:00 PM) influence, it was then on August 26, 1896 that
they decided to revolt after their assembly on
August 24, 1896

5. What does the cedula symbolizes?

1st Topic: Sigaw ng Pugad Lawin
A. The cedula symbolized how the Filipinos were
Members: being in absolute control despite the command of
Alivo, Jackson Dela Torre, Farah the Spaniards.
Rondina, April Tilar, Diviniel B. The cedula symbolizes how the Filipinos were
Galagar, Melvin Cuico, Gertie being under the command of the Spaniards. It
Roda, Ricci Miranda, Maan signifies how Spaniards dominated the
Filipinos and rule over them.
Questions with Answers: C. The cedula symbolizes the weakness of the
Filipinos for being totally easily controlled and
1. What are the three acts of "cry" in the Cry of manipulated by the Spaniards.
Pugadlawin? D. The cedula doesn't symbolize at all.

A. Pasya , Pagpupunit, Unang Labanan

B. Ikalawang Labanan, Paggugunita, Pagsigaw
C. Unang Labanan, Pagpupunit, Paghihintay 2nd Topic: Cavity Mutiny
D. D.Pasya,Unang Labanan, Pagpupulong

2. Why is it that the historians did not include the Members:

Spanish texts regarding the "Cry of Pugadlawin" Albaracin, Jessica Rose Bangalisan, Jonalyn
since it is still part as an evidence of such history? Canen, Janine Angelie Davide, Kay Elise
Hermosa, Rosemarie Igloria, Ivy Denise May
A. Because Spanish texts are too vague to Letrondo, Clyde Angelie Libron, Lora Jeanne
understand Manayan, Barrylou Sayson, Niña Sophia
B. Because the Spaniards were the enemies of the
Filipinos that time Questions with Answers:
C. Because it might be biased to Spaniard's side
since the Sigaw was about who, what, how, 1. The following are the reasons why Cavite mutiny took
and why the Katipuneros revolt. place, except:
D. Because the Spanish texts are one sided only.
A. Strict and rigid policies
3. What is the turning point why the Katipuneros decided B. To overthrow the Spanish Government
to revolt against the Spanish government? C. Payment of tributes
D. Polo y Servicio
A. They wanted to rule our territory, the Philippines.
B. They wanted freedom for the Filipinos 2. One of the choices given below are the privileges
C. Both A and B enjoyed by the laborers of the Cavite arsenal. Which
D. None of the above one?

4. Why did they decided to revolt and achieve our A. Early retirement
independence from Spaniards? B. Freedom of expression
C. Exemption of force labor
A. For 444 years, Filipinos were under Spanish D. Higher pay or compensation
influence, it was then on August 24, 1896 that
they decided to revolt after their assembly on 3.
August 23, 1896. I. In Spanish perspective, the 1872 Mutiny was
B. For 333 years, Filipinos were under Spanish planned to overthrow the Spanish government.
influence, it was then on August 24, 1896 that II. Separatistas antiespañoles de filipinas, who
they decided to revolt after their assembly on Paterno meant are the persons of Trinidad H.
August 23, 1899. Pardo de Tavera and Antonio Regidor.
C. For 333 years, Filipinos were under Spanish III. There was dissatisfaction among the workers of
influence, it was then on August 24, 1896 that the arsenal as well as the members of the native

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 army after their privileges were drawn back by II. Magellan never made it to the Spice Islands but
Gen. Izquierdo his fleet did.
III. Magellan did in fact reach the island of Cebu
Upon evaluation of the above texts, which is correct? where he was able to baptize Rajah Humabon

A. I only In your evaluation of the foregoing statements:

B. I and III
C. II and III A. I and II are true
D. I, II, and III B. I and III are true
C. II and III are true
4. Among the following are true with regards to the D. All are true
Cavite Mutiny controversy, except:
2. Recall in Pigaffteta’s account:
A. The execution of GOMBURZA was a blunder on According to Pigaffteta’s “ _____ were killed with
the part of the Spanish government, for the action him…Of the enemy, only ____ were killed , while
severed the ill-feelings of the Filipinos and the many of us wounded.”
event inspired Filipino patriots to call for reforms
and eventually independence A. 8;15
B. Edmund Plauchut's account dwelt more on the B. 10:8
execution of GOMBURZA C. 15;8
C. Filipinos during the time were inactive D. 8;10
participants, and responded to what they
deemed as injustices; 3. The following are the list of Magellan's ships namely:
D. Gen. Izquierdo introduced rigid and strict policies Trinidad, Victoria, Santiago, Concepcion and ____.
that made the Filipinos move and turn away from
Spanish government out of disgust A. San Antonio
B. San Nicolas
5. Presented below are the written documents of the C. San Pedro
Filipino version of cavite mutiny that considered as D. San Jose
primary sources, which of the following?
4. After the battle the fleet abandoned one of their ships
I. The French writer Edmund Plauchut's account the Concepcion. What was the reason?
II. Dr. Trinidad Hemenigaldo Pardo de Tavera's
account A. Too few men left to manage three ships
III. Governor General Rafael de Izquierdo's account B. They exchanged it for food and clothes
IV. Jose Montero y Vidal's account C. Magellan's ghost was believed to haunt the ship
D. It was destroyed beyond repair in the battle
A. I and II
B. I, II, and III 5.
C. III and IV i. According to Pigafetta, several of Magellan's men were
D. I and IV killed in battle, and a number of natives converted to
Catholicism who had come to their aid were
immediately killed by the warriors.[4]

ii. Magellan's allies, Humabon and Zula, were said not to

3rd Topic: Battle in Mactan have taken part in the battle due to Magellan's bidding,
and they watched from a distance.
Members:
Caputolan, Kyle France H. The following statement is true with respect to:
Cola, Genelyn C.
Mandolado, Jamaica Kenya C. A. I only
Palomo, Dominic Milano D. B. II only
Quiapo, Shalnee G. C. Both are false
D. Both are true
Questions with Answers:

1. The following statements are presented to you:

I. Ferdinand Magellan circumnavigated the world
westward in search of the Moluccas islands.

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 4th Topic: The First Mass 5th Topic: Retraction of Rizal

Members: Members:
Canares, Trisha Mae Dupa, Guennevere Gayle Abelgas, Joyce Macalalad, Angelyn Grace
Lavilla, Christian Jade Lim, Frances Dianne Apas, Patricia Resurrection, Samantha Mae
Postrero, Gleeann Mae Soriano, Angel Mae Cabanes, Monique Larita, Ehle Jayne
Rodriguez, Jubilee Ann Vallejo, Kevin Caparida, Sam Gerald Yandoc, Desiree Mae

Questions with Answers: Questions with Answers:

1. Who officiated the first mass in the Philippines? 1. Identify the reasons/conditions why Dr. Jose Rizal
retracted.
A. Father Pedro Pio
B. Father Pedro de Valderama I. For the protection of his family and his lover from
C. Father Pedro De Valderrama prosecution
D. Father Albo II. To give Josephine Bracken a legal status as his
wife
2. Who was the pilot of the ship during Magellan’s III. To be able to be a Christian or member of the
Voyage? Church again
IV. The right for him to live
A. Fernando Albo
B. Franciso Albo A. I, II, and III
C. Francis Albo B. II and III
D. Fernan Albo C. I, II, and IV
D. I, III and IV
3. What is the title of Pigafetta’s most complete account
of the Magellan’s expedition? 2. What is the title of the letter that Rizal wrote before he
got executed and the meaning of “Adios, Dulce,
A. Primo Vaggio Intomo Al Mondo Estanjera, Mi Amiga, Mi Alegria” which was dedicated
B. Primo Vaggio Intumo Al Mondu to Josephine Bracken that was included in the letter?
C. Primo Vagio Intomo Al Mondo
D. Primo Vagio Intumo Al Mondu A. Mi Ultimo Adios, “ Goodbye, Sweet,
Bookkeeper, My Friend, My Happiness”
B. Mi Amor De Dulce, “Goodnight, Love, Stranger,
4. The following are the people who are in attendance My Enemy, My Sadness”
during the first mass in the Philippines, except; C. Noli Mi Tangere, “Sweet, Lover, Rancher, My
Friend, My Darkness”
A. Ferdinand Magellan D. El Filibusterismo, “Goodbye, Love, Enemy, My
B. Pope Francis Disappointment, My Temptation”
C. Antonio Pigafetta
D. Two Native Chieftain 3. Among the choices are the reasons why the Church
disapproved their Rizal and Josephine’s marriage.
5. According to Pigafetta's testimony: Which one is it?
I. In April 4, 1521, Mass was celebrated after which
a cross was venerated. A. He published books and articles which showed
II. In March 28, 1521, Magellan and his men arrived his loyalty to Spain which were frankly pro
in Mazaua. Catholic; His Novel “El Filibusterismo” was never
dedicated to the memory of 3 “traitors”
A. Both Statements are true (Gomburza) who were extolled (glorify) by him as
B. Only Statement I is true martyrs; and his writings and effort are the cause
C. Both Statements are false of the tearing of the loyal Filipino breast, the
D. Only Statement II is true treasures of our body Catholic Faith

B. He published books and articles which showed

his loyalty to Spain which were frankly pro
Catholic; His Novel “El Filibusterismo” was
dedicated to the memory of 3 “traitors”
(Gomburza) who were extolled (glorify) by him as
martyrs; and his writings and effort are the cause

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 of the tearing of the loyal Filipino breast, the
treasures of our body Catholic Faith

C. He published books and articles which

showed disloyalty to Spain and which were
frankly anti-Catholic; His novel “El
filibusterismo” was dedicated to the memory
of 3 “traitors” (Gomburza) who were extolled
(glorify) by him as martyrs; and His writing
and effort are the cause of the tearing of loyal
Filipino breast, the treasures of our body
Catholic Faith.

D. He published books and articles which showed

disloyalty to Spain and which were frankly anti-
Catholic; His novel “El Filibusterismo” was
dedicated to the memory of 3 “traitors”
(Gomburza) who were extolled (glorify) by him as
martyrs; and his writings and effort weren’t the
cause of the tearing of the loyal Filipino breast,
the treasures of our body Catholic Faith.

4. Why was Dr. Jose Rizal asked to retract?

A. Because of his willingness to be married to

Josephine
B. Because of his anti- catholic writings. (eg. El
Filibusterismo)
C. Because he wanted to protect his family
D. Because he wanted to live

5. What book is believed to be the marriage certificate

of Rizal and Josephine?

A. Catholic Devotional Book

B. The Retana
C. La Juventud de Espanola
D. Kempis Book