MODULE 7

Question 1

. When was Philippine independence declared?

Answer 1

🔹 Answer: June 12, 1898 in Cavite.

Question 2

Who declared Philippine independence?
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Answer 2

Answer: Emilio Aguinaldo.

Question 3

How long did the Philippines endure Spanish colonization?
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Answer 3

Answer: 333 years.

Question 4

What were the main reasons for the revolution against Spain?
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Answer 4

Answer: Abuses by Spanish officials and friars, unjust executions, and lack of Filipino rights.

Question 5

Who were some key Filipino figures executed by the Spanish?

Answer 5

🔹 Answer: Dr. Jose Rizal and the Gomburza (Gomez, Burgos, Zamora).

Question 6

Where did the first sparks of the Philippine Revolution occur?
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Answer 6

Answer: Caloocan, then spread to Santa Mesa and other provinces.

Question 7

Who were the Spanish generals who led the fight against Filipino revolutionaries?
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Answer 7

Answer: Generals Blanco and Polavieja.

Question 8

What powers were given to Emilio Aguinaldo after the declaration of independence?
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Answer 8

Answer: Full government powers as Dictator, including the ability to grant pardon and amnesty.

Question 9

What do the three stars on the Philippine flag represent?
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Answer 9

Answer: Luzon, Mindanao, and Panay.

Question 10

What does the sun with eight rays on the Philippine flag symbolize?
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Answer 10

Answer: The first eight provinces that revolted against Spain (Manila, Cavite, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bataan, Laguna, Batangas).

Question 11

What does the white triangle on the Philippine flag represent?
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Answer 11

Answer: The Katipunan, the revolutionary group that fought against Spain.

Question 12

Why were the colors red, blue, and white chosen for the Philippine flag?
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Answer 12

Answer: They were inspired by the U.S. flag as a sign of gratitude for its initial support.