Which three priests, executed in 1872, became symbols for later Filipino nationalists?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos and Jacinto Zamora
- Step 1: Revolutionary sentiments arose in 1872 after three Filipino priests, Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora, known as Gomburza, were accused of sedition by colonial authorities and executed by garotte. Answer: Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos and Jacinto Zamora. Why not the others: None of these fit: Pedro Pelaez, Jose Burgos and Gregorio Aglipay; Jose Burgos, Gregorio Aglipay and Mariano Gomez; Mariano Gomez, Pedro Pelaez and Jacinto Zamora.
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