What is the currency of the Philippines?
Philippine Peso
How many colors does the Philippine National Flag have?
4 (Red, Blue, White, and Yellow)
What is the national language of the Philippines?
Filipino (not Tagalog - Tagalog is a dialect)
What is the capital of the Philippines?
Manila
Who was the first Filipino recording artist?
Maria Carpena
How long did the Spanish Colonization last?
333 years
What is the national fruit of the Philippines?
Mango
What do you call the traditional script in the Philippines?
Baybayin
Where is Mayon Volcano located?
Legazpi City, Albay (Bicol)
A fertilized duck egg is called?
Balut
How many countries colonized and invaded the Philippines?
3 (Spaniards, Americans, Japanese)
Who is the country's national hero?
Dr. Jose P. Rizal
What was the first book published in the Philippines?
Doctrina Christiana - This book was published during the Spanish period and contains prayers and some religious acts and beliefs that all Catholics should follow.
What is the highest mountain in the Philippines?
Mount Apo
What is the Filipino word for Thank you?
Salamat
Who is the Filipino hero known for winning the Battle of Mactan?
Lapu-Lapu
What is the national sport of the Philippines?
Arnis
Foreign influences were evident on most aspects of Filipino culture - the Philippine languages, for example. Now, from which Asian language do these words came from, 'alam', 'hukom', and 'salamat'?
Arabic
'Alam' means 'know'. 'Hukom' is a judge and 'salamat' means 'thanks'. These words were brought by the Arab merchants and traders who came to the country in the 9th century.
Where is the Christmas capital of the Philippines?
Pampanga
What is the Filipino word for Sorry?
Paumanhin
Which country invaded the Philippines during World War II?
Japan
What is the dominant religion in the Philippines?
Roman Catholic
The head of state in Philippines is?
President
What does NCR mean?
National Capital Region
Who is the first Filipina to ever win an Olympic gold medal for the country?
Hidilyn Diaz (Weightlifting)
What do they call the Japanese government-issued war notes used during the Japanese occupation?
Mickey Mouse Money
How many islands are there in the Philippines?
7,641 islands
What are the three major islands in the Philippines?
Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao
What is the largest lake in the country?
Laguna De Bay
What do they call the Filipino shamans during the pre-colonial Philippines?
Babaylan
What is the country's national flower?
Sampaguita
When does the Philippines celebrate its independence day?
June 12
Where is the Summer Capital of the Philippines
Baguio
The geographical term that best describes the Philippines is?
Archipelago
Who is known to be the “Grandmother of the Philippine Revolution”?
Mechora Aquino, also known as Tandang Sora
What is the most popular means of public transportation in the Philippines?
Jeepney
How many Miss Universe titles does the Philippines have so far?
4
What are the four seas surrounding the Philippines?
Philippine Sea, Celebes Sea, Sulu Sea, and the West Philippine Sea (also known as the South China Sea)
Who is the Filipino rapper that recently signed contract with Eminem's production company, Shady Records?
EZ Mil
What is the oldest existing school in the country?
University of Santo Tomas (UST), founded in 1611
On average, how many typhoons are expected to visit the Philippines every year?
About 20 typhoons
Who is the Filipino champion boxer known as Pac-man?
Manny Pacquiao
Where is the culinary capital of the Philippines?
Pampanga
The flag of the Philippines is flown differently to reflect the state of the country. When the blue side is up, it’s a sign of peace. Which state is the country in when the flag is flying red-side up?
War
Which country in Southeast Asia that is named after a Spanish monarch is one of the few predominantly Christian countries in Asia?
The Philippines
The Philippines is one of only two places in the world where you can still order which McDonald’s menu item?
McSpaghetti
One of the most famous dishes from the Philippines is what sweet and savory stew, commonly featuring chicken or another meat, marinated in soy, vinegar, garlic, and a blend of herbs and spices?
Adobo
In 1543, the islands of the Philippines were named after Philip II, king of what country?
Spain
What Filipino fast food brand now sells its flagship Chicken Joy product in 1,500 outlets worldwide?
Jollibee