Chronicles about the 16th Century Filipinos

Flashcards about the chronicles of the 16th Century Filipinos based on readings in Philippine history.

What historical period spurred the quest to the unknown world during the 15th and 16th centuries?

The Age of Exploration and Discovery

Which two European countries were most influential during the Age of Exploration?

Spain and Portugal

What was the purpose of Pope Alexander VI's division of the world into two hemispheres?

To resolve conflicts between Spain and Portugal during exploration.

In what year did the initial encounter between Ferdinand Magellan's group and the Bisayan people occur?

1521

Who succeeded in establishing the first Spanish colonial town of Cebu in 1565?

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi

Who served as the first governor-general of the Philippines in history?

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi

What is the significance of the Sanduguan or Blood Compact involving Miguel Lopez de Legazpi?

It represents an agreement between Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and the indigenous leaders or Datu.

Who wrote 'The First Voyage Around the World'?

Antonio Pigafetta

In what language was 'The First Voyage Around the World' initially published?

Italian

What is the significance of Pigafetta's work in relation to the Magellan Expedition?

His work is considered one of the primary sources of the Magellan Expedition.

Who were the prominent figures that supported Magellan in his expedition?

King Fernand II and Queen Isabela I

What name did Magellan's group give to the Philippines upon arriving in 1521?

Las Islas de San Lázaro

On what date was the first Mass conducted in Mazaua (Limasawa) by Fr. Valderrama?

March 31, 1521

Who led the remaining survivors back to Spain after Magellan's death?

Juan Sebastian Elcano

What term did Pigafetta use to describe the people of the Visayan islands because of their painted bodies?

"Pintados"

What are the known social divisions of the Pintados?

Datus and Rajahs, Timawa, and Oripun or Olipon

What was the role of the Babaylan?

The intermediaries between the human and the supernatural beings

Who wrote 'The Customs of the Tagalog'?

Fr. Juan de Plasencia

What were the Tagalog communities called?

Barangay

What are the known social divisions of the Tagalog?

Datu, Maharlika, and Alipin

What is the supreme god of the Tagalog belief system?

Bathala

What is the Tagalog term of the practice of offering foods to the dead?

Atang

According to Juan de Plasencia, who serves as the opponent of priests?

Catalonan (Babaylan in Visayan)