History Knowledge

Question 1

On ???, Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed Philippine independence in Kawit, Cavite, marking the end of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines. This event is now celebrated annually as Philippine Independence Day, commemorating the nation’s first declaration of independence.

Answer 1

June 12, 1898

Question 2

On ???, the Philippines was granted independence by the United States under the Tydings-McDuffie Act, which provided for a 10-year Commonwealth period before independence, and upon the signing of the Treaty of Manila.

Answer 2

July 4, 1946

Question 3

Foreign Occupation of the Philippines

Answer 3

Spanish Colonization (1521-1898)
American Colonization (1898-1946)
Japanese Occupation (1942-1945)

Question 4

Three main reasons for Spanish colonization in the Philippines

Answer 4

Gold, Glory, and God

Question 5

Reasons for American colonization in the Philippines

Answer 5

The primary motivations behind American colonization of the Philippines were a combination of economic, strategic, and idealistic factors. The United States sought to gain access to Asian markets and a foothold in the Pacific, while also viewing colonization as a means of spreading civilization and democracy,

Question 6

When did World War 1 start

Answer 6

July 28, 1914 – November 11, 1918

Question 7

When did World War 2 start

Answer 7

September 1, 1939 – September 2, 1945

Question 8

When did the Napoleonic Wars start

Answer 8

14 June 1800 – 15 July 1815