Name
16th President f the Philippines
Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Business Capital of the Philippines
Makati City
On what date is Philippine Independence Day celebrated?
June 12
Who is considered the national hero of the Philippines?
Dr. José Rizal
Which Philippine island is known as the “Surfing Capital of the Philippines”?
Siargao
What major event in 1986 led to the peaceful ousting of Ferdinand Marcos?
EDSA People Power Revolution
Which Filipino boxer is also a senator and an eight-division world champion?
Manny Pacquiao
Where can you find the world-famous Chocolate Hills?
Bohol
Which tragic historical event involved a death march from Bataan to Tarlac during World War II?
Bataan Death March
Who composed the music for the Philippine national anthem, "Lupang Hinirang"?
Julián Felipe
Which city is known as the "Walled City" in Metro Manila?
Intramuros
What is the name of the 1896 uprising that started the Philippine Revolution against Spain?
Cry of Pugad Lawin (or Cry of Balintawak)
Who was the first female president of the Philippines?
Corazon Aquino
What is the largest island in the Philippines by land area?
Luzon
When did the Philippines gain full independence from the United States?
July 4, 1946