PHILIPPINE HISTORY Flashcards
Who led the expedition that Antonio Pigafetta documented?
Ferdinand Magellan.
What was Magellan’s primary goal in his expedition?
To find a westward route to the Spice Islands (Moluccas).
When did Magellan arrive in the Philippines?
March 17, 1521.
Where was the first Catholic Mass in the Philippines held?
In Mazaua (Limasawa Island) on March 21, 1521.
Who was the first local ruler to convert to Christianity?
Rajah Humabon of Cebu
What significant gift did Magellan give to Rajah Humabon’s wife?
The Sto. Niño (Child Jesus statue).
Who led the resistance against Magellan in Mactan or the person wrefused to submit to the King of Spain?
Lapu-Lapu, Chief of Mactan
Lapu-Lapu.
April 28, 1521, during the Battle of Mactan.
Who completed the first circumnavigation of the world?
Juan Sebastián Elcano, after Magellan’s death.
Who commissioned Magellan in expedition?
King Charles V of Spain
Who was Antonio Pigafetta?
cA hronicler who documented Magellan’s voyage, known as the First voyage around the world.
When and where was Antonio Pigafetta born?
1491 in Vicenza, Venice, Italy
What ship did Pigafetta return to Spain on?
Victoria
What were the five ships of Magellan’s expedition?
Trinidad – (Crew: 55) by Magellan
San Antonio – (Crew: 60) by Juan de Cartageña
Concepcion – (Crew: 45) by Gaspar de Quesada
Santiago – (Crew: 32) by Juan Rodrigues Serrano (Only caravel)
Victoria – (Crew: 43) Commanded by Mendoza (Carried provisions & was the only ship to return to Spain)
Where did Magellan first land in the Philippines?
Arrival in Zamal (Samar) on March 16, 1521. Landed on Humunu (Homonhon Island)
How many people were baptized in Cebu?
800
When was the Battle of Mactan?
April 27, 1521 (originally April 28)
How did Magellan die?
He was shot with a poisoned arrow and speared by Lapu-Lapu’s warriors.
Why is Pigafetta’s account important?
✅ Proves the world is round
✅ Documents Magellan’s voyage
✅ Describes early Filipino life
✅ Explains Filipino Christianization
✅ Details Filipino resistance
