Mainland
During what month does the Christmas season unofficially start in the Philippines?
September
What popular Philippine TV variety show is hosted by celebrities like Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, and Kim Chiu?
It's Showtime
These two words are combined to create the slang term for the popular 2000s-2010s Filipino-American subculture?
"Swag" and "Filipino"
The national dish of the Philippines, any protein cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, and onions.
Adobo ;P
This language mix combines English and Tagalog in everyday conversation.
Taglish
What city is known as the "Summer Capital" in the Philippines due to its colder temperatures?
Baguio City
Who was the first Filipina to win the Miss Universe title?
Gloria Diaz
What cute character is often featured on swagapino attire, like shirts and glasses?
Hello Kity
A street food made of fertilized duck egg with a developing embryo inside.
Balut
This Filipino-American singer starred in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series and had a hit with “drivers license.”
Olivia Rodrigo
What is the national flower of the Philippines?
Sampaguita
Who was the first Filipino athlete to ever win an Olympic gold medal for the Philippines?
Hidilyn Diaz
This social media platform was popular among Filipino-American teens for connecting with friends and posting their “swag” photos.
Facebook lol
These are hard-boiled quail eggs dipped in orange-dyed batter then deep-fried.
Kwek-Kwek
October
Who is regarded as the first Filipino hero from the 1521 Battle of Mactan?
Lapu Lapu
This Filipino musical group is considered a pioneer of the OPM (Original Pilipino Music) genre, with popular titles such as “Panalangin”.
Apo Hiking Society (APO)
This head accessory was commonly worn by Filipino teens in the 2000s, often paired with oversized outfits.
This Filipino breakfast combo includes garlic fried rice, egg, and a choice of meat.
Silog
This Filipino-American influencer became popular for his makeup tutorials, comedy skits, and commentary videos.
Bretman Rock
This is the highest peak in the Philippines
People travel far and wide to get tattooed by this 109-year-old traditional Kalinga tattooist.
(or Apo Whang-Od)
What year was "Swagapino" first added to Urban Dictionary
2012
A traditional dessert consisting of sweet corn, shaved/crushed ice, sweet milk, and a scoop of ice cream.
Mais Con Yelo
This 1960s farmworker movement began with Filipino laborers before gaining national attention.
Delano Grape Strike