Philippine History
Who was the first President of the Philippines?
Emilio Aguinaldo
What is the national language of the Philippines?
Filipino / Tagalog
Who is the supreme god in Tagalog mythology?
Bathala
What is the national dish of the Philippines?
Adobo
What is the name of the walled city in Manila built during Spanish colonization?
Intramuros
What year did the Philippines gain independence from Spain?
1898
What is the Filipino word for "thank you"?
Salamat
What is the name of the bird that played a role in the creation story of the Tagalog people?
Tigmamanukan
What is the Filipino dessert made of shaved ice, sweetened fruits, and milk?
Halo-Halo
What is the highest mountain in the Philippines?
Mount Apo
Who was the leader of the Philippine forces in the Battle of Tirad Pass?
Gregorio del Pilar
What is the term for the Filipino poetic debate involving wit and humor?
Balagtasan
What is the name of the Visayan god of death?
Sidapa
What is the main ingredient of the dish "Papaitan" that gives it a bitter taste?
Bile
What is the name of the UNESCO World Heritage rice terraces in Ifugao?
Banaue Rice Terraces?
What was the secret society that played a key role in the Philippine Revolution against Spain?
Katipunan
What ancient Philippine script was used before Spanish colonization?
Baybayin
According to folklore, what is the counterpart of the Aswang that hunts pregnant women?
Manananggal
Which province is known for its famous "Pansit Batil Patung"
Cagayan
What is the smallest active volcano in the world, located in the Philippines?
Taal
Who was the longest-serving President of the Philippines?
Ferdinand Marcos
What is the longest word in the Filipino language, meaning "to use a ruler for measurement"?
Pinakanakakapagngitngitngitngitngitngitan
What mythical creature is known as a giant serpent living in Philippine waters, feared for causing disasters?
Bakunawa
What rare exotic dish, considered a delicacy in the Philippines, is made from woodworms?
Tamilok
What is the name of the ancient burial site in Palawan containing human remains dating back thousands of years?
Tabon Caves