The Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino
Activity
After reading the Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino,
do this activity by answering the following questions.
A. SOURCING THE DOCUMENT
Questions Responses
1. Is the document/ Yes, the "Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo
source a primary Filipino" Act of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence is
source? Why? considered a primary source. A primary source is a document or artifact
that was created at the time being studied, providing direct or firsthand
evidence of the topic in question.
2. Do you think the The credibility of the author of a historical document like the "Acta de
author is credible as la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino" is generally
far as the assessed based on their authority, expertise, and relationship to the
document is events described. In this case, the document was written and signed by
concerned? Why? Filipino leaders and officials, including Emilio Aguinaldo, who played
a significant role in the Philippine struggle for independence against
Spanish colonial rule.
3. For whom do you The "Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino"
think the document was intended for several audiences. Firstly, it was meant for the
was intended? Why Filipino people, announcing the formal proclamation of independence
do you from Spanish colonial rule. The document served to unite and inspire
think it was written Filipinos in their struggle for freedom and independence.
B. COMPREHENSION
4. What are the author‘s The "Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino"
main arguments? serves as a formal declaration of Philippine independence from Spanish
colonial rule. It explicitly proclaims sovereignty, asserting the Filipino
people's right to self-governance and affirming their national identity.
The document rejects Spanish authority, declares the end of Spanish
rule, and expresses aspirations for freedom and self-determination.
Additionally, it implies a call for international recognition and support
of the newly declared Philippine independence. These points reflect the
fervent desire of the Filipino people for independence and self-rule.
5. Give an example of An indisputable historical fact that we learn from the "Acta de la
historical fact Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino" is the formal
(absolutely proclamation of the Philippines' independence from Spanish colonial
indisputable) that we rule on June 12, 1898. This document provides clear evidence that, on
learn from this that specific date, Filipino leaders officially declared the country's
document. independence, marking a significant milestone in Philippine history.
6. What do you think As a historical document, the "Acta de la Proclamacion de la
are some pieces of Independencia del Pueblo Filipino" is a valuable record of its time,
information that capturing the thoughts and intentions of the Filipino leaders who
should have not proclaimed independence. It is not for me to say what should or should
been included in the not have been included in the document, as its content reflects the
document? Why perspectives and decisions of the people involved in that historical
do you think so? moment.
However, it's important to note that historical documents are often
influenced by the political and social contexts in which they are
created. Some information might have been omitted or emphasized
based on the writers' intentions and the prevailing circumstances.
Analyzing such documents critically allows historians to understand
the biases and perspectives of the authors, providing a more
comprehensive view of the historical events.
C. INTERPRETATION
7. Does the evidence in
this document offer
any information that
you did not know
before? What
is this information?
8. Does the evidence support historians and researchers may compare the content of this
or contradict anything you document with other historical sources from the same period
have learned from a book, to corroborate facts or gain a more comprehensive
textbook or some other understanding of the events surrounding the Philippine
sources? What might independence movement. Discrepancies or agreements
this be? between this document and other sources could provide
valuable insights into the historical context and perspectives
of different individuals or groups involved in the
independence movement.
9. What information should you To ensure historical accuracy, it is important to cross-check
counter-check with other specific details such as dates, names, events, and significant
sources? claims mentioned in the "Acta de la Proclamacion de la
Independencia del Pueblo Filipino" with other reliable
sources. Cross-referencing helps historians verify
information, providing a more comprehensive and accurate
understanding of the historical context and events described
in the document.
10. Does this source broaden or the "Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo
deepen your understanding of Filipino" can significantly broaden and deepen the
its understanding of its period for historians and researchers. It
period? How? provides direct insight into the sentiments, aspirations, and
political climate of the Filipino people at the time of their
struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule.
Studying this document allows scholars to gain a more
nuanced perspective on the historical context, the
motivations of the people involved, and the challenges they
faced during that crucial period in Philippine history.
