Agricultural and Scientific Practices in the Philippines

What was one of the key agricultural achievements of early Filipinos?

• The construction of irrigation systems

• The invention of chemical fertilizers

• The introduction of commercial farming

• The mechanization of agriculture

Which of the following scientific practices was used by pre-colonial Filipinos to predict seasons?

• Cloud seeding

• Astrology

• Interpretation of heavenly bodies

• Rainwater collection

Which early Filipino industry is best known for producing high-quality gold and silver jewelry?

• Mining

• Shipbuilding

• Textile weaving

• Pottery

What was the primary focus of science education during the Spanish colonial period?

• Engineering and infrastructure

• Astronomy and space science

• Human biology, plants, animals, and heavenly bodies

• Digital and computer technology

How did the Galleon Trade impact the Philippine economy?

• It made the Philippines a center for global trade.

• It led to the decline of indigenous industries.

• It introduced modern machinery to the country.

• It helped Filipinos gain independence.

What was a major barrier to scientific progress during the Spanish period?

• Lack of access to global trade

• Limited natural resources

• Superstitions and religious influence

• Resistance to Western technologies

What was the primary purpose of the Galleon Trade??

• To establish a direct trade route between the Philippines and Europe

• To facilitate trade between Manila and Acapulco, Mexico

• To promote local industries in the Philippines

• To provide military supplies for Spanish conquests

Which goods were commonly exported from the Philippines during the Galleon Trade?

• Gold, iron, and livestock

• Porcelain, silk, and spices

• Automobiles and machinery

• Weapons and gunpowder

How did the Galleon Trade impact Philippine society?

• It boosted local industries by encouraging Filipino-made products.

• It contributed to cultural exchange between the Philippines and Mexico.

• It ended Spanish control over Philippine commerce.

• It led to the immediate industrialization of the country.

Why was the Galleon Trade considered a government monopoly?

• Only the Spanish monarchy controlled and profited from the trade.

• Private Filipino merchants were the only ones allowed to participate.

• It was open to all countries that traded with Spain.

• Local farmers and artisans directly controlled the shipments.