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Philippine History With Practice Test
Philippine History With Practice Test
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History – study of past events based on evidences; story man through the ages.
Periodization in History
b. Early Religions
1. Hinduism – India
2. Zoroasterianism – Persia (Iran)
3. Christianity – Israel (formerly Palestine)
4. Islamism – Saudi Arabia
c. Important contribution
1. Mesopotamia –
a. art of irrigation
b. invention of wheels
c. cuneiform (form of writing)
d. Code of Hammurabi
e. Hanging Garden of Babylonian
f. Monotheism(worship of one god) of the Hebrews
g. Mosaic Law ( law given by god to Moses)
h. Phonetic Alphabet
2. Egyptian
a. Great Pyramid
b. Hieroglyphics as form of writing
c. Calendar of 365 days
3. Far East
3.1 India
a. Dravidians were the first inhabitants; invaded by Aryans
b. Caste System – a rigid social structure
c. Religion – Hinduism main feature reincarnation
3.2 China
a. invented gun powder
b. printing press
c. produced textile called silk
d. civil service examination
e. Great Walls of China
f. Great philosophers – Confucius, Lao Tzu and Mencius
4. Western World
4.1 Greece
a. Isolated city government
b. Reform started by Solon
c. Cleisthenes and Pericles giving all classes of Athenesian citizens
chance to participate in government
d. Athens began the democratic system
e. Sparta had the militaristic system
f. Great Philosophers – Socrates, Plato, Aristotle
g. Hellenic culture
4.2 Rome
a. Romulus as founder in 753 B.C.
b. Under Etruscans Rome ruled by a king
c. Etruscan driven out to form a republic
d. Society: patrician (upper class) Plebeians (lower class)
e. War between Roman and Carthagenians (Punic war); Rome
acquired Spain
f. Julius Caesar expanded Rome’s territory
g. Octavian grand nephew of Caesar continued campaign of Caesar
h. Jurisprudence, Rome’s contribution
II Medieval Period
B. Age of Revolution
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2. Scientific Revolution- changes in scientific views ang age of inventions
3. Industrial Revolution
The name given by Arnold Toynbee to describe the changes in
economic life of England caused by remarkable series of inventions during
the period of 1777 – 1815. Main feature of this period is the replacement
of hand labor with machine labor. Machines were first powered by waters:
followed with coal; then by electricity. Industrialization spread to other
countries in the later 19th century especially in Germany and United
States.
6. Political Revolution
The spread of liberal ideas led to revolution aimed at changing
government.
C. Global Wars
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Caused by the assassination of the archduke Ferdinand of Austria on
June 28, 1914 at Saravejo by a Serbian nationalist. Due to alliance form
among European powers (Triplet Intente: England, France and Russia
and triple Alliance; Germany, Austria and Turkey) the war in Balkans
spread to other parts of Europe and respective colonies.
USA entered the war in 1917 on the side of the Allied power after the
British commercial ship Lusitanica was sunk by German Torpedos were
several American lives were lost. By 1918 Germany sued for peace and
settlement followed. About 11 million died and the horror of the war was
clear to many.
European war begin in Sept. 1, 1939 when Hitler invaded Poland. The war
in the Pacific started with the bombing of the Pearl Harbor on December 8,
1941 by Japan, which drew USA into war on the side of the Allied Powers.
Prisoners of war in the Pacific were ill-treated while those in Europe
millions of Jewish and slaves civilians died in concentration camps such
as in Auschwitz.
US entry into the war in Europe turned to tide of the war in favor of the
Allied Powers. Germany and Italy surrendered in 1945. Meanwhile in the
Pacific, Japan surrendered only after the atomic bombs were dropped in
Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Much of the Philippine History tells of the libertarian struggle of the Filipinos
against colonial rule; Spaniards, Americans and Japanese. But even after the Filipinos
gained independence, the influence on our culture of the different colonial rulers is very
strong that the present Filipinos is still searching for his real identity.
A. Pre-colonial Philippines
Barangay was the socio-political unit with Datu as chieftain. Social classes
existed: nobles, freeman and slaves ( Aliping namamahay and aliping sagui-guilid).
The archipelago was divided into barangays, each barangay comprising of 40-100
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families. Contacts with other nations such as Chinese, Indians and Malays existed.
Arab influence Islam religion) was brought by Malays.
Magellan led an expedition for Spain to Molucas by sailing west. Such expedition
brought him to a group of islands which they called Archipelago of St. Lazaruz (Later
renamed Philippines after King Philip II of Spain). They anchored on Homonhon and
later sailed to an islet south of Leyte where they celebrated the first mass on March
31, 1521. While Magellan was killed in a battle with Mactan chieftain Lapu-Lapu,
nevertheless his expedition paved the way for the eventual colonization of the
Philippines by Spain.
1. Political Changes
a. Government was centralized. For 250 years, Philippines was administered
through the Council of Indies which transmitted to the Governor General of the
Philippines the royal decree that served as guide in the administration of the
colony.
a. Taxation: started as a tribute of 8 reales (about one peso). This was abolished
in 1884 and personal cedula poll tax based on income was instituted for
residents 18 years of age and above. Taxes were excessive and most of which
went into pockets of officials.
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d. Galeon Trade or Manila - Acapulco Trade; Doctrine of Mercantilism (monopoly
of goods from colonies) was imposed by Spain. Philippines only traded with
China and Mexico in the 16th century and goods were shipped by the Spanish
galleons.
3. Tobacco Monopoly - for 100 years the government designated Nueva Ecija,
Cagayan Valley, Marinduque as tobacco planting districts later Northern Luzon
provinces were included. Tobacco was in great demand in Europe.
4. Religious Influence
Christian religion was introduced replacing the paganistic anito worship. Friars
were responsible for spreading the religion such as Franciscans, Jesuits (1581),
Dominicans (1587) and Recollects (1606). Early missionaries learned the dialects of
the people and introduced and highly church-oriented literature. Being superstitious
were utilized to hold the natives to practice the new religion such that folk
Catholicism resulted.
Education was controlled by friars. Religious orders founded the first school and
colleges. University of Sto. Tomas was the first university founded in 1611.
Campaign for reforms started with the formation by the middle class of
Propaganda Movement. Foremost among them where Lopez Jaena, M.H. del Pilar,
and Rizal. The movement failed to attain the reforms they demanded. However, their
writings inspired and opened the minds of the Filipinos. Andres Bonifacio founded the
Katipunan (Kataastaasang Kagalang-galangan na Katipunan ng Anak ng Bayan)
KKK in July 7, 1892 on a radical platform: to secure independence and freedom of the
Philippines by force. The society remained secret until Patinio exposed the society to
Fr. Mariano Gil on August 19, 1896. At Pugad Lawin on August 23, 1896, the
Katipuneros tore up their cedulas shouting “ Long Lived the Philippines” thus marking
the so-called “Cry of Pugad Lawin”.
C. American Colonization
Aguinaldo who was in exile in Hongkong returned to the Philippines thinking that
US liberated us from Spain. On June 12, 1898 he proclaimed the independence of our
country. On June 23, 1898, Aguinaldo changed our form of government from dictatorial
to revolutionary. After the promulgation of the Malolos Constitution in January 21, 1898.
Aguinaldo inaugurated the Philippine Republic in Jan. 23, 1899.
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Due to the cession of the Philippines to US, hostilities erupted between the
Filipinos and Americans. The unfortunate incident at San Juan Bridge where 2 Filipinos
were fired at on February 4, 1899 which led to the Filipino-American war. It was only
after the capture of Aguinaldo on March 23, 1901 that hostilities ended although pocket
resistance continued in some areas.
The promise of independence was contained in Jones Law of 1916. With the
passage of the Hare – Hawes Cutting Law, a ten-year transition was provided. This
independent law was later amended by the Tyding Mc Duffie Law.
D. Japanese Occupation
On Dec. 8, 1941, Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, the US naval base in Hawaii.
This marked starts of World War II in the Pacific. As early as Sept. 1, 1939, war started
in Europe with Germany’s invasion of Poland.
Japan successfully occupied the Philippines after the fall of Bataan and
Corregidor. From 1942 – 1944, the Filipino experienced brutality in the hands of the
Japanese until the return of Gen. Douglas Mc Arthur, Japan finally surrendered after the
Hiroshima (August 6, 1945) and Nagasaki (August 9, 1945) were destroyed by atomic
bombs.
E. Postwar Administration
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Minimized with the Huk problem with the help of Defense Secretary Ramon
Magsaysay. Established (LASEDECO Law Settlement and Development Corp. )
for landless farmers and Huk surrenders.
The most agrarian reform law, agricultural land, reformed code was signed by
him. This provided for the abolition of tenancy.
Promised to make this country Great Again ruled for 20 years during which
time he:
a. work for the changing of 1934 constitution and result was the
constitution of 1973 providing for a parliamentary government.
b. declared Martial Law in 1972 because of the deteriorating peace and
order in our country.
c. abolished congress upon the declaration of Martial Law.
d. the latter part of his regime was popularly known as dictatorship.
Known for his Philippines 2000 which is meant to make the Philippines an
economically developed country.
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• “In order to read the destiny of a nation it is necessary to open the book of
the past.”
• “What is the use of independence if the slaves of today are the tyrants of
tomorrow.”
• “Every country gets the fate it deserves”
B. Other Heroes
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10. Juan Luna – a great Filipino painter whose work the “Spolarium” was greatly
acclaimed by Europeans
11. Antonio Luna – a great military tactician who was of the great generals of the
revolution
12. Gregorio del Pilar – hero of Tirad Pass and the youngest general of the
revolution
PRACTICE TEST
I. Direction: Read the question carefully. Choose the letter which represents
the best answer.
1. Allied Powers and Axis were the protagonist in the World War II. US entered the
war on the side of the Allied Powers and turned to the tide of the war in their
favor. Which AXIS power was the first to surrender to the Allied Power?
a. Japan c. Turkey
b. Germany d. Italy
2. Monotheism or the belief of one god was first associated with the Jewish people.
However, an Egyptian ruler, Amenhoetep IV espoused the idea of Monotheism in
Egypt. What name did Amenhoetep assumed later?
a. Ramses c. Thutmose
b. Akhnaton d. Khufu
3. Feudalism was not uniform in all countries however the characteristics features
are the same. Which among the following was not the feature of feudalism?
a. Fealty c. Feif
b. Guild d. Homage
5. This was the language used during the middle ages. It was used by the Christian
Church in all its ceremonies/rituals.
a. French c. Latin
b. Italian d. Spanish
7. After the Fil-Am war the Americans imposed restrictions on Filipinos. The ten
year period was referred as period of suppressed nationalism and one policy was
reconcentration which means:
a. formation of the federal party
b. capture of rebel soldiers
c. restrictions in the membership in armed bands
d. settlement of Filipinos in one area
8. In pre-colonial Philippines the judicial process has similarity with that practiced in
Europe.
a. Judge c. Ordeal
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b. Jury d. Elders
9. The religious schism which occurred in our country during the 1896 –1898
revolutions resulted in the formation of a religious sect popularly known as
a. Iglesia ni Kristo c. Aglipay church
b. Anglican Church d. Episcopal church
10. The Japanese successful invasion of the Philippines was climaxed by the
surrender of the joint Fil-Am forces in May 6, 1942 in
a. Bataan c. Capas
b. Corregidor d. Manila
11. Industrial revolution is characterized by the factory system. What was the effect
of the factory system in the family?
a. it unified the family c. it weakened the family
b. it strengthened the family d. it solidified the family
12. The 9th century in Europe was period of struggle or nation states to unite for
fear of Austrian domination. In the unification of Italy young Italy was a by
word. What is young Italy?
a. an army c. an ideal
b. an organization d. an order
13. The term Barbarians was in Europe was period of struggle or nation states to
unite for fear of Austrian domination. In the unification of Italy, young Italy was a
by word. What is young Italy?
a. Asians c. Germans
b. Romans d. Russians
14. Which among the following epic tells the story of a man who fought the Moors to
prevent Islamism from dominating his country?
a. song of Roland c. Beowulf
b. Don Quiote d. El Cid
15. One principle upheld by the congress of Vienna was the principle of legitimacy.
This means that rulers of European nation be
a. deposed from power c. removed from power
b. retained in power d. restored in power
16. The North Atlantic Pact agreed by the Western nations after World War II was
an alliance whose stance is
a. defensive c. aggressive
b. offensive d. non-military
17. Humanism of ancient period is associated with this group of people who valued
so much man’s capacity for excellence
a. Romans c. Assyrians
b. Egyptians d. Greeks
18. Political revolution of the late 18th and 19th centuries was characterized by the
overthrow of the existing government. Latin America revolution of 1775 was an
example of this. Which among the following causes of revolutions was NOT
TRUE to Latin American and USA.
a. Taxation c. Mercantilism
b. abuses of colonizers d. Abuses of dispotic divine
19. Filipinization Policy was started by Govt. Taft. This was meant to make Filipinos
accept America Sovereignty. This is described as the policy of …
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a. introducing American culture
b. gradual substitution of American officials with Filipinos
c. allowing Filipinos to display Filipino flag
d. encourage Filipinos to promote Filipino product
20. The use of magic charms as very common among pre-Spanish Filipinos. One of
these is anting-anting or agimat which is meant to
a. insure the possessor against weapon of every kind
b. made the possessor lovable to ladies
c. made the possessor invisible
d. made him walk is storm or sea without getting wet
II. Direction. Encircle the letter which represents the best answer.
3. Memories of brutality which was inhuman during the Japanese regime were
always associated with a particular Japanese group called:
a. Kalibapi c. Kamikaze
b. Kempetai d. Samurai
4. Men and women of pre-colonial times had weakness for personal adornment.
Aside from jewels, tattooing of the body was common. In the Visayas tattooed
men were called
a. Umalahokan c. Ati
b. Pintados d. Polista
7. The practice of having surnames was started during the Spanish regime
through the order of …
a. Gov. Gen. Jaudenes c. Gov. Gen Dela Torre
b. Gov. Gen. Claveria d. Gov. Gen. Polavieja
8. The veneration of the soul spirits was common among ancient Filipinos
Memories of their dead relatives were kept alive through carved idols. This
practice was called
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a. Cult of the Dead c. Nature of Worship
b. Mass of the Dead d. Divination
9. The Industrial Revolution brought about a new class people. The people who
belong to this class comprised the greater percentage of the population. The
term used for them was …
a. middle class c. clergy
b. nobility d. working class
10. After the Congress of Vienna, the Matternich System checked Liberalism and
Democracy. To prevent the application of the Matternich System in the Western
Hemisphere, the US president issued this policy called
a. Blood and Iron c. Monroe Doctrine
b. Hoover Moratorium d. Truman Doctrine
11. The scramble for territories overseas took a rapid pace after 1871. Within the
period of 1880-1910 powerful nations practically partitioned the world among
themselves. Acquired territories became source of raw materials and market for
finished products. What is the proper term for this movement?
a. Balance of Power c. Concession
b. Imperialism d. Sphere of Influence
12. The period of 1894 to the end of 19th century saw the rise of nation state
characterized by intense nationalism where people fought and human rights.
Who among the following was responsible for unifying German into nation?
a. Cavour c. Bismarck
b. Garibaldi d. William of Prussia
13. Alexander the Great dreamed of blending the culture of Greeks with the east. He
successfully launched campaign against the Persians in order to take control of
the East. Thus the merging of the two cultures was achieved. What term is
applied to the blending of Greek and Eastern culture?
a. Hellenic c. Hellenistic
b. Gracco Oriental d. Graeco-Roman
14. In the early part of the 20th Century. East Europe was the problem area due to
the growing nationalism of the people in this territory. This territory is specially
referred to as the Balkans. What was the popular term applied to this critical
area which was to be spot where a great way may start?
a. danger spot c. trouble zone
b. power keg d. explosive region
15. Greek powers in Europe and Asia formed alliance after World War I for the
purpose of security. Alliance at this time were identified because of ideology they
advocated which was either totalitarianism or democracy. Which among the four
countries was on the side of the democratic bloc?
a. Italy c. Russia
b. Japan d. Germany
16. Africa is popularly known as the dark continent. This term meant to describe
Africa because
a. its people are predominantly dark color
b. the people are uncivilized
c. little is known of the place
d. it had never been fully explored and settled
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17. Law making body of the country is called by a specific name, usually by a term in
their own language. Which country has the Reichstag as its law making body?
a. France c. Germany
b. Russia d. Australia
18. Communist influence spread with the successful take-over of Lenin in Russia in
the 1917 Revolution. Communism is against.
a. collectivisation c. private property
b. workers rule d. cooperation
PRACTICE TEST
Direction: Read the questions carefully. Choose the letter which represents the
best answer.
1. Rizal traveled a lot and met many foreign friends. Who among the
following was considered a best friend of Rizal?
a. Otto Becker c. Henry Kipping
b. Ferdinand Blumentritt d. Karl Wilmer
3. Filipino as a term used in reference to the natives started during Rizals’ time.
Previous to this, the Spaniards had always referred to the natives as
a. Creoles c. Indios
b. Insulares d. Peninsulares
4. In his early life, Rizals’ family had been in good terms with the Spaniards,
particularly Spanish officials. His first real experience of Spanish injustice and
cruelty occurred when
a. his brother Paciano was maltreated in school, the Dominican College of
San Jose
b. his mother was imprisoned
c. his father’s property were confiscated
d. he was not allowed to receive the first prize in a poem contest
5. The organization formed by Rizal to bring Filipinos together into a cohesive group
that would give mutual protection to each other in any adversity and provide
defense against violence and injustice:
a. Circulo Hispano Filipino
b. La Liga Filipina
c. Propaganda Movement
d. Indios Bravos
6. Which among the following books did Rizal scholarly work on by annotating it in
order to help Filipinos broaden their knowledge about their past?
a. Noli Me Tangere
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b. El Filibusterismo
c. Sucesos de la Islas Filipinas
d. Les Miserables
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