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5 Mixed Philippines quizzes and 65 Mixed Philippines trivia questions.
1.
  The Philippines from A to Z    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
Each item is about places, persons, and things that are from the beautiful Pearl of the Orient, the Philippines, arranged alphabetically. Let's see how many you can get!
Average, 25 Qns, aircorwin, May 07 21
Average
aircorwin
May 07 21
1047 plays
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  Philippine Watchacallits    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
There are 7,707 islands in the Philippines. No wonder it also has thousands of 'watchacallits'. You will encounter some of them here in my quiz.
Easier, 10 Qns, tobertz_20, Nov 12 12
Easier
tobertz_20
1349 plays
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  Philippine History, Culture and Arts I   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz will tackle facts about Philippine history, culture and arts.
Difficult, 10 Qns, rj08, Feb 27 20
Difficult
rj08
Feb 27 20
1146 plays
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  Philippine History, Culture and Arts II    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is the continuation of the first part ("Philippine History, Culture and Arts I"). It contains more facts about Philippine's national historical heritage.
Difficult, 10 Qns, rj08, Nov 01 14
Difficult
rj08
579 plays
5.
  Philippine History: Uncovered    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is an introduction to the 'Philippine History' series by yours truly. Topics include political history, dance, music, and much more. Have fun answering, and good luck!
Difficult, 10 Qns, BlueTraveller, Mar 18 15
Difficult
BlueTraveller
735 plays
trivia question Quick Question
What "I" city is nicknamed "City of Majestic Waterfalls" and is the location of the famous Maria Christina Falls?

From Quiz "The Philippines from A to Z"




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Mixed Philippines Trivia Questions
1. The Manila Cathedral, located inside the walled city of Intramuros, serves as the seat of the Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila. What is the formal name of Manila Cathedral?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica

The Manila Cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, the Principal Patroness of the Philippines. It is located at Plaza de Roma inside Intramuros.

2. This person was a 19th-century Katipunero who had rivalries with his group mates. Due to this, he exposed the secret society of Katipunan. Who was he?

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Teodoro Patiño

Teodoro Patiño passed information about the secret society (Katipunan) to his sister, Honoria Patiño. Then she passed it onto Sor Teresa, a nun. Next, the nun passed it onto Padre Mariano Gil, a priest. Finally, the priest told a Civil Guard and the rest became the "Exposure of the Katipunan" to the Spanish Government (late 1890s).

3. What do you call the Philippine traditional Christmas tableau signifying the Nativity scene?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: Belen

Maria Clara is one of the characters in Dr. Jose Rizal's novel entitled "Noli Me Tangere". "Doctrina Christiana" is the first printed book in the Philippines and "Ave Maria" is a religious song.

4. The Philippine eagle, also known as the monkey-eating eagle, is hailed the Philippine national bird. What is the scientific name of the Philippine eagle?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Pithecophaga jefferyi

The Philippine eagle is endemic to the forests of the Philippines, and is critically endangered. Under Philippine law, killing a Philippine eagle is punishable by 12 years in jail and/or heavy fines.

5. The Bamboo Organ of Las Piñas, Philippines is a musical instrument made up of 1,031 pipes, 902 of which are bamboo (the rest are metal). Who created the famous Bamboo Organ?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts I

Answer: Father Diego Cera

Father Diego Cera was the first Parish Priest in Las Piñas during the Spanish Era. The organ was completed in 1824. It is situated in St. Joseph Parish Church.

6. What "B" province is both the northernmost province and the smallest province in the Philippines?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Batanes

The Babuyan Islands are part of Cagayan Province, while Bantayan Island is a part of the province of Cebu. Bataan is a province to the west of the National Capital Region. Being the northernmost part of the country, Batanes is actually nearer Taiwan than Metro Manila!

7. Which Spanish conqueror was the first Governor-General of the Philippines? He was called 'Adelantado'.

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Miguel Lopez de Legazpi

Miguel Lopez de Legazpi was the first Spanish conqueror to succeed in conquering the Philippines (in 1565). Miguel had help from missionaries, along with Friar Andres de Urdaneta, an Augustinian priest.

8. What part of the chicken is sold as a street food called Adidas?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: feet

Funny. Chicken wings, blood, and intestines are also sold as street foods namely PAL (Philippine Airlines), Betamax, and IUD respectively. There are also chicken heads called helmet.

9. Filipino author Dr. Jose Rizal used pen names as a writer. What pen name did he use when he was a contributor of poems and articles for the newspaper "La Solidaridad"?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Laong-Laan

Laong-Laan was the name of a railway station in Manila. Dimasalang was used by Rizal when he served as a correspondent of "La Solidaridad".

10. Which Filipino revolutionary was tagged the "Lakambini of Katipunan"?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts I

Answer: Gregoria de Jesus

Gregoria de Jesus (1875-1943) was the wife of the nationalist Andres Bonifacio (d. 1897). She was also the first female member of the Katipunan, a revolutionary group. As such, she was given the label "muse", or "lakambini".

11. Which "C" capital city of the province of Misamis Oriental is also known as "The City of Golden Friendship"?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Cagayan de Oro

One of the most beautiful and peaceful cities in Mindanao, Cagayan de Oro is popular for its commercial districts, whitewater rafting activities, and great hospitality (hence the nickname).

12. This Philippine dance is referred to as the Dance of Doves.

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Pantomina

Pantomina is largely danced in Sorsogon in the Bicol Region. This traditional dance is usually performed in the middle of the Kasanggayahan Festival. The natives celebrate it with joy during the third week of October.

13. What is the Tagalog phrase for 'Good Morning'?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: Magandang umaga

Magandang hapon= good afternoon, Magandang tanghali= good noon, and Magandang gabi= good evening.

14. Christopher de Leon started in the Philippine showbiz industry in the 1970s. He received his first major acting award as the FAMAS Best Actor for playing the role of Junior. What was the title of this film?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang

The film was the first movie starring Christopher de Leon. It was released in 1974. This film was directed by Lino Brocka. The title translates in English to "Weighed But Found Wanting".

15. "D" is for Davao: What fruit is most commonly associated with Davao City?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Durian

The durian fruit, with its distinct spiky hard exterior and strong scent (noxious to some, heavenly to others), is arguably the most popular product of Davao City. It has been transmogrified to several processed products including soft candies, ice cream, coffee, and even chocolate!

16. Kuratsa is a native dance from Bohol that uses which modern dance steps?

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Waltz

Kuratsa is a one-couple-at-a-time dance; this practice gives more space to the dancers. Kigal and Bikal were its ascendants (both somewhat have Spanish-oriented steps).

17. Apart from berde, what color is 'luntian' in Tagalog?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: green

"Berde" is also a Filipino term for green. It is a variation of the Spanish term "verde" for green.

18. On the 30th Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Movies, actress Rustica Carpio was given the Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award. She first appeared in the film "Nunal sa Tubig". Who was the director of this film?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Ishmael Bernal

This film was shown in 1976. Bernal is known for his melodramas, with feminist and moral issues. Two of his films, "City After Dark" (1980) and "Himala" (1982), are often cited as being among the greatest Filipino films of all time.

19. Who was the first National Artist for Historical Literature in the Philippines?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts I

Answer: Carlos Quirino

Carlos Quirino was best known for his early biographies about Dr. Jose P. Rizal. He was recognized as a National Artist in 1997. The order of National Artists was established by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 1001 in 1972.

20. What is the "E" first name shared by the first president of the Philippines and the national hero known as the "Brains of the Katipunan"?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Emilio

Emilio Aguinaldo was the first president of the Philippines. Emilio Jacinto, the "Brains" of the Philippine revolution, died of malaria at the young age of 23.

21. Which national dance artist of the Philippines had the pen name Cristina Luna?

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Leonor Orosa-Goquingco

Leonor Orosa-Goquingco was called "the Mother of Philippine Theater Dance". She was also the Dean of Filipino Performing Arts Critics. She died in 2005. Source: Wikipedia.

22. What do you call the ghoul in Filipino folklore that can transform from human to animal?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: aswang

"Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia", a Filipino animated film that features several mythical creatures, portrays the tikbalang that looks like a horse and the manananggal that pictures a winged woman with severed torso. Multo is a Filipino term for 'ghost'.

23. This writer received a rare achievement after two of his short stories won first prizes at the Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature two years in a row (1970 and 1971). Who had such an achievement?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Ricky Lee

As a scriptwriter since the 1970s, Lee has written more than 150 pieces and has received more than 50 recognitions and awards. In honor of his exceptional prowess as a writer, Lee has received numerous awards, including the 2003 Natatanging Gawad Urian Lifetime Achievement Award and the 2014 PMPC Ulirang Alagad ng Sining sa Likod ng Camera.

24. Which Philippine national artist used the pen name Doveglion?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts I

Answer: Jose Garcia Villa

Jose Garcia Villa (1908-1997) was a poet from Caloocan in the Philippines. His pen name stands for "Dove, Eagle and Lion".

25. Which "F" Portuguese explorer discovered the Philippines?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Ferdinand Magellan

Serrão was a cousin of Magellan who explored Indonesia in the early 1510s. De Loronha, also known as Fernando de Noronha, was a Portuguese merchant who helped fund expeditions to Brazil, while Pizarro was the Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire. While Ferdinand Magellan is largely considered the first explorer to circumnavigate Earth, only his crew actually made the entire trip as he was killed in the Philippines during the Battle of Mactan by the forces of the Filipino hero Lapu-Lapu.

26. Which national music artist of the Philippines studied at Escuela Catolica de Nuestra Padre Jesus Nazareno?

From Quiz Philippine History: Uncovered

Answer: Antonio Molina

Antonio J. Molina was a composer and musician. He was honored as the National Artist of the Philippines in the year 1912.

27. What is the name of the colorful icy treat consisting of many toppings that is popular in Philippine summer?

From Quiz Philippine Watchacallits

Answer: halo-halo

Mix-mix (halo-halo). Delicious! Did you know that it has no real recipe? You can decide whatever toppings you will mix.

28. During his term as the President of the Philippines, this man exercised the Filipino First Policy which heavily favored Filipino businessmen over foreign investors. Who was the president that promulgated this policy?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts II

Answer: Carlos Garcia

Garcia took the presidency when President Magsaysay died in 1957. He was defeated by Diosdado Macapagal in the 1961 presidential elections.

29. Who was the last American Governor General in the Philippines?

From Quiz Philippine History, Culture and Arts I

Answer: Frank Murphy

Frank Murphy was the 72nd Governor General of the Philippines before this title was abolished in 1935. Murphy was also an Assistant U.S. District Attorney, judge, and the Mayor of Detroit (1930-33).

30. "G": This heroine was the wife of a Filipino revolutionary hero, and her name later became the symbol of female empowerment in the Philippines. Who was she?

From Quiz The Philippines from A to Z

Answer: Gabriela Silang

Gabriela Silang was the wife of the Filipino hero Diego Silang, one of the early leaders of the revolt against Spanish occupation. She led her husband's group for several months after his assassination but she was later captured by Spanish troops and executed in 1763. A leftist pro-women group that later became a Congress party list is named Gabriela in honor of the heroine.

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