Question

Who did Magellan and his companions fight against in the Philippine archipelago?

• A. Spanish Conquistadors
• B. Mactan Islanders
• C. Portuguese Sailors
• D. British Explorers

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Mactan Islanders

In 1519, the Portuguese explorer Magellan and his companions set sail from Europe with the goal of circumnavigating the globe. Their goal was to sail through the Atlantic Ocean, cross the Pacific Ocean, and return to Europe. After crossing the Pacific Ocean, they reached the Philippines archipelago and fought with the Mactan Islanders. Magellan was killed in the battle with the Mactan Islanders. The rest of the ship returned to Europe in 1522.