Test I.

Multiple Choice

1. Which conflict marked the end of Spanish colonial rule in the Americas and established the
United States as a global power?
a) American Revolutionary War
b) War of 1812
c) Spanish-American War
d) Mexican-American War

Answer: c) Spanish-American War

2. What was the name of the conflict in which Filipino revolutionaries fought against American
colonization following the Spanish-American War?
a) Philippine Revolution
b) Boxer Rebellion
c) Vietnam War
d) Filipino-American War

Answer: d) Filipino-American War

3. During which period did the United States establish civil governance in the Philippines,
transitioning from military rule to civilian administration?
a) Spanish colonization
b) Commonwealth Governance
c) Civil Governance
d) Filipino Revolution

Answer: c) Civil Governance

4. Which era in Philippine history saw the establishment of the Commonwealth Government
under American tutelage, with Manuel L. Quezon as the first President?
a) Spanish colonial period
b) Filipino-American War
c) Commonwealth Governance
d) Japanese occupation

Answer: c) Commonwealth Governance

5. What treaty ended the Spanish-American War, ceding territories such as Guam, Puerto Rico,
and the Philippines to the United States?
a) Treaty of Paris
b) Treaty of Versailles
c) Treaty of Ghent
d) Treaty of Tordesillas
 Answer: a) Treaty of Paris

6. When did the Filipino-American War take place?

a) 1898-1899
b) 1899-1902
c) 1901-1935
d) 1935-1946

Answer: b) 1899-1902

7. During which period did the United States establish civil governance in the Philippines?
a) Spanish-American War (1898)
b) Filipino-American War (1899-1902)
c) Civil Governance (1901-1935)
d) Commonwealth Governance (1935-1946)

Answer: c) Civil Governance (1901-1935)

8. Which period saw the establishment of the Commonwealth Government in the Philippines?
a) Spanish-American War (1898)
b) Filipino-American War (1899-1902)
c) Civil Governance (1901-1935)
d) Commonwealth Governance (1935-1946)

Answer: d) Commonwealth Governance (1935-1946)

9. Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Commonwealth Government period in the
Philippines?
a) Establishment of a bicameral legislature
b) Granting of independence to the Philippines
c) Adoption of a constitution
d) Installation of a President elected by the people

Answer: b) Granting of independence to the Philippines

10. Which of the following best describes the role of the United States during the
Commonwealth Government period?
a) Complete control over Philippine affairs
b) Partnership with the Philippine government
c) Limited involvement in Philippine affairs
d) Absence of any influence in Philippine governance

Answer: b) Partnership with the Philippine government

Test II. True or False

1. American colonization had no significant impact on Philippine pop culture.

A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

2. American introduction of basketball had no lasting impact on Filipino sports culture.

A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

3. American movies and music had little influence on Filipino entertainment during colonization.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

4. American fast food chains like McDonald's and KFC had no influence on Filipino cuisine.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

5. American-style education introduced during colonization did not affect Filipino cultural norms.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

6. American fashion trends had no impact on Filipino clothing styles during the colonial period.
 A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

7. American English became the dominant language in Philippine media and entertainment
during colonization.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- A. True

8. American holidays and celebrations were not adopted or adapted into Filipino culture.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

9. American literature had minimal influence on Filipino writers and readers during colonization.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- B. False

10. American cultural exports during colonization contributed significantly to the hybridization of
Filipino culture.
A. True
B. False
C. maybe
D. Idk

- A. True

Test III. Identify the following cultural aspects.

1. This aspect of American influence in the Philippines during colonization led to the widespread
adoption of English as a medium of instruction and the development of modern Philippine
literature.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: A. Language and Literature

2. This system introduced by American colonizers in the Philippines aimed to restructure and
modernize education, emphasizing English proficiency and a Western-style curriculum.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: B. Educational system

3. This cultural aspect experienced American influence through the introduction of new dance
styles such as jazz and tap, which were incorporated into traditional Filipino dances.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: C. Dance

4. American colonization significantly impacted this aspect of Filipino culture through the
introduction of sports like basketball and baseball, which became widely popular recreational
activities.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: D. Sports and recreation

5. American missionaries played a crucial role in spreading Protestant Christianity in the

Philippines during colonization, influencing this aspect of Filipino life.
 A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: E. Religious practices

6. This aspect of American influence in the Philippines during colonization resulted in the
dominance of English in education, government, and media, shaping the linguistic landscape of
the country.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: A. Language and Literature

7. The American educational system introduced in the Philippines emphasized Western ideals
and values, leading to changes in curriculum, teaching methods, and school organization.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: B. Educational system

8. American influence on this cultural aspect in the Philippines during colonization can be seen
in the incorporation of modern dance elements into traditional Filipino dances, like hip hop,
freestyle and waltz.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: C.Dance

9. American colonization brought about the popularization of organized sports leagues, the
construction of sports facilities, and the introduction of new sports and recreational activities in
the Philippines, influencing this aspect of Filipino life.
A. Language and Literature
 B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: D. Sports and recreation

10. American missionaries established Protestant churches and schools across the Philippines,
one example is the Silliman University in Dumaguete City.
A. Language and Literature
B. Educational system
C. Dance
D. Sports and recreation
E. Religious practices

Answer: E. Religious practices