Manila Galleon Trade Questions and Answers Graded A+

Manila Galleon Trade Questions and Answers Graded A+ TRUE OR FALSE: Manila Galleon Trade was the only foreign trade of the Philippines outside of Asia from the 16th to the early 19th century True Manila Galleon Trade (Definition) trade between Manila and Acapulco (Mexico) of rich Asian merchandise 0:02 / 0:15 Brainpower Read More China's role in Manila Galleon Trade source of products for transport to Mexico Sangley Chinese traders who brought Chinese products to the Philippines Sampan swift boat used by Chinese traders to transport goods to the Philippines Principal merchandise of MGT luxurious textiles that were highly appreciated in Mexico (example: silk, satin, damask, brocade, velvet, cotton) Other forms of merchandise in MGT - Spices such as cinnamon, pepper, cloves, nutmeg - Porcelain wares such as plates, cups, bowls - Furniture such as tables, chairs, chests, and desks TRUE OR FALSE: Manila Galleon Trade involved the transport of Philippine goods to Mexico. False Principal Investors in MGT Spanish officials, businessmen who bought luxurious merchandise from Chinese traders to be sold in Mexico TRUE OR FALSE: The Manila Galleon Trade led to the underdevelopment of the Philippine economy (no government investment in agriculture, mining, manufacturing) True TRUE OR FALSE: Manila Galleon Trade allowed Filipinos to have more jobs other than being farmers and fishermen. False Galleon - a large multi-decked sailing ship - powered entirely by sail carried on three or four masts Where were galleons built? In the Philippines: • San Juan Bautista • San Marcos • Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe • Angel de la Guardia • San Felipe • Santiago • Salbador • Espiritu Santo • San Miguel Principal shipyard of galleon construction Cavite Arsenal (Cavite City) TRUE OR FALSE: Galleons were made of wood / Philippine hardwood True