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What happened to Emilio Aguinaldo after the signing of the Treaty of Biak-na-Bato?
He went into exile in Hong Kong.
Who is known as the "Mother of the Philippine Flag"?
Marcela Agoncillo.
What does the sun in the Philippine flag represent?
liberty, unity, democracy
How many rays does the sun in the Philippine flag have?
Eight rays.
What do the eight rays of the sun represent?
eight provinces that revolted against Spanish rule.
What does the white triangle in the Philippine flag stand for?
equality
What does the blue color in the Philippine flag symbolize?
peace, truth, justice
What does the red color in the Philippine flag symbolize?
patriotism, valor
Who was the American consul in Manila who helped establish communication between Aguinaldo and the Americans?
Spencer Pratt.
Who led the American naval forces in the Battle of Manila Bay?
George Dewey.
What important event happened on June 12, 1898?
Declaration of Philippine Independence
Who read the Declaration of Philippine Independence?
Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista.
Who is known as the "Brains of the Revolution"?
Apolinario Mabini.
Who is the lawyer who drafted the Malolos Constitution?
Felipe Calderon.
What document served as the first constitution of the Philippines?
The Malolos Constitution.
What battle did Aguinaldo's forces win before the declaration of independence, boosting Filipino morale?
The Battle of Alapan.
