History Mock Test (Social Hierarchy In The Philippines)

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    The artificial hierarchy of the structure of the Philippines (Spanish) followed the Roman pattern of class ordering. 

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Explore the intricacies of social hierarchy in colonial Philippines with this History mock test. Engage with questions on class ordering, government roles, and military structures, enhancing your understanding of historical social structures.

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  • 2. 

    In the social structure set by the Spanish, the Non-Spanish Europeans have a lower position than the Chinese.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    this is a trick question haha they are actually just equal :D they belong to the "others" the Christianized Chinos were the one who had a higher position

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  • 3. 

    Who is the highest class in the social structure of colonial Philippines?

    Correct Answer
    Peninsulares
    Explanation
    The highest class in the social structure of colonial Philippines is the Peninsulares. Peninsulares were individuals who were born in Spain and held the highest positions of power and authority in the Philippines. They were appointed to important government positions and had significant economic and social privileges. This class was considered superior to the other social classes, such as the Criollos (Spaniards born in the Philippines) and the Indios (native Filipinos). The Peninsulares played a dominant role in the colonial administration and held the majority of the wealth and resources in the society.

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  • 4. 

    The insulares held mostly the government positions

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Peninsulares

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  • 5. 

    Who is the head in the Civil structure of the Philippines?

    Correct Answer
    God
  • 6. 

    What is another term for Insulares?

    Correct Answer
    Creoles
    Creole
    Criolle
    Criolles
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Creoles, Creole, Criolle, and Criolles. These terms are all synonyms for Insulares. Insulares refers to the people who were born in the Spanish colonies but were of Spanish descent. They were considered a distinct social class in the colonial society. The terms Creoles, Creole, Criolle, and Criolles all refer to this specific group of people.

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  • 7. 

    The social structure before the colonial Philippines was based on two things. What are those?

    Correct Answer
    Wealth, Power
    power, wealth
    wealth and power
    power and wealth
    Explanation
    The social structure before the colonial Philippines was based on wealth and power. These two factors determined a person's social status and influence in society. Those who possessed wealth and held positions of power were considered to be at the top of the social hierarchy, while those who lacked these attributes had lower social standing. This structure allowed for a clear division between the privileged elite and the common people, shaping the dynamics of the society.

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  • 8. 

    What are the military districts called?

    Correct Answer
    corregimiento
  • 9. 

    In the 19th century reality, who was the leading class of the colonial philippines? 

    Correct Answer
    Cacique
    Caciques
    Explanation
    In the 19th century reality, the leading class of the colonial Philippines was the Cacique or Caciques. Cacique refers to the wealthy and influential landowners who held power and authority in the Philippines during that time. They were often descendants of the pre-colonial nobility and were able to maintain their status and wealth under Spanish rule. The Caciques played a significant role in the social and political structure of the colonial Philippines, exerting control over local communities and acting as intermediaries between the Spanish authorities and the Filipino population.

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  • 10. 

    What were the seven social classes dictated by the Spanish? name all in order of highest to lowest. 

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