The first official constitution of the Philippines
1899 Malolos Constitution
The face of Philippine democracy
Corazon C. Aquino
After the defeat of American and Filipino troops, they were forcibly marched from Mariveles to Pampanga, during which many died. This tragic event became known as _____________________
Bataan Death March
He implemented "Filipino First Policy" prioritizing Filipino businesses over foreign investors
Carlos P. Garcia
Bicameral Legislature/Congress is composed of House of Representatives and ______________
Senate
It is a traditional English term for a political community founded for the common good.
Commonwealth
Served as president of the Japanese-sponsored Second Philippine Republic.
José P. Laurel
What is the event that compelled Marcos to prove his control of power and legitimacy as the leader of the Philippines against Cory Aquino?
Snap Election
The President whose administration was guided by the slogan "Daang Matuwid"
Benigno Simeon"NoyNoy" Aguino III
The branches of government: legislative, judicial and ____________
Executive
Which Philippine Constitution states that "the President is limited to a single six-year term without re-election."
The 1987 Constitution
The first president of the independent Republic of the Philippines (1946)
Manuel Roxas
A bombing that took place during a campaign rally of the Liberal Party in Quiapo, Manila.
Plaza Miranda Bombing
What title was given to the Philippine economy under Ramos due to growth?
Tiger Cub Economy
A communist-led resistance group that fought both the Japanese and landlords.
Hukbalahap (Hukbong Bayan Laban sa Hapon)
Besides COMELEC, which independent organization monitored the 1986 Philippine election?
NAMFREL - National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections
He is the longest-serving president
Ferdinand Marcos
Who were the two key military leaders that defected from Marcos during the People Power Revolution?
Fidel V. Ramos and ________________
Juan Ponce Enrile
What is a legal order that protects a person from unlawful detention or imprisonment? This was suspended during Martial Law.
Writ of Habeas Corpus
A leading church figure who influenced the People Power Revolution of 1986.
Jaime Cardinal Sin
What act established a 10-year transitional period before Philippine independence?
The Tydings-McDuffie Act (1934)
The first Protestant President of the Philippines
Fidel V. Ramos
The pre-arranged battle between Spanish and American was known as
Mock Battle of Manila
Government agency where its main purpose is to recover ill-gotten wealth accumulated by former President Ferdinand Marcos, his family, and their associates during his time in power.
PCGG - Presidential Commission on Good Government
What term refers to women forced into sexual slavery by Japanese soldiers?
Comfort women