Exploring Spanish Colonization

What year did Ferdinand Magellan arrive in the Philippines?

• 1492

• 1600

• 1521

• 1453

Who was the first Spanish governor-general of the Philippines?

• Juan de Salcedo

• Diego Silang

• Miguel López de Legazpi

• Andrés Bonifacio

What was the primary religion introduced by the Spanish in the Philippines?

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Roman Catholicism

• Hinduism

What was the name of the treaty that ended the Spanish-American War?

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Ghent

Which city served as the capital of the Spanish colonial government?

• Mexico City

• Lima

• Barcelona

• Seville

What was the main economic activity during Spanish colonization?

• Mining precious metals

• Agriculture, particularly cash crop cultivation.

• Manufacturing textiles

• Fishing and whaling

Who led the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule?

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Andres Malong

• Jose Rizal

• Andres Bonifacio

What was the significance of the Galleon Trade?

• The Galleon Trade only involved the exchange of spices.

• The Galleon Trade was significant for global trade and cultural exchange between Asia and the Americas.

• It had no impact on the economies of the countries involved.

• It was primarily a military operation between Spain and Portugal.

What was the role of the Catholic Church during Spanish colonization?

• The Catholic Church opposed Spanish colonization efforts.

• The Catholic Church focused solely on local cultural practices.

• The Catholic Church had no influence on the governance of colonies.

• The Catholic Church facilitated the spread of Christianity and influenced governance during Spanish colonization.

What was the name of the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines?

• Cebu

• Manila

• Davao

• Quezon City