Philippine Mythology
Who is the supreme god of Tagalog mythology?
a) Bathala
b) Tala
c) Mayari
d) Adlaw
a) Bathala
Which of the following actions directly supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)?
a) Using single-use plastics
b) Recycling and waste reduction
c) Wasting food and water
d) Ignoring sustainable farming practices
b) Recycling and waste reduction
This intergovernmental organization investigates, warrants, and tries individuals charged with the gravest crimes of concern to the international community (e.g. Genocide, crimes against humanity)
a) United Nations (UN)
b) International Criminal Court (ICC)
c) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
d) International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)
b) International Criminal Court (ICC)
In Ibong Adarna, who was the youngest among the three prince brothers sent to capture the mythical Ibong Adarna?
a) Don Pedro
b) Don Diego
c) Don Juan
d) Don Carlos
c) Don Juan
Which battle marked the first victory of Filipinos against the Spaniards?
a) Battle of Tirad Pass
b) Battle of Mactan
c) Battle of Manila
d) Battle of Pearl Harbor
b) Battle of Mactan
Which Filipino mythical creature is known for separating its upper body from its lower half?
a) Tikbalang
b) Manananggal
c) Kapre
d) Tiyanak
b) Manananggal
Which among the following is NOT among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)?
a) Zero Hunger
b) Life Below Water
c) Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
d) Progressive Society
d) Progressive Society
On April 2, 2025, the Philippine Coast Guard detected a Japanese research vessel operating within the country's archipelagic waters. Is this statement true or false?
False (The vessel was from China)
What term refers to a subculture in the Philippines known for using capital letters and symbols in their unique style of writing and texting?
a) Bayong
b) Sawsawero
c) Conyo
d) Jejemon
d) Jejemon
What treaty ended the Spanish-American War?
a) Treaty of Paris
b) Treaty of Manila
c) Treaty of Versailles
d) Treaty of Quezon
a) Treaty of Paris
Which mythical creature is believed to mimic human voices, usually the cries of toddlers or babies?
a) Sigbin
b) Sirena
c) Tiyanak
d) Manananggal
c) Tiyanak
What is a key challenge in achieving SDG 15 (Life on Land) in the Philippines?
a) Rapid urbanization and deforestation
b) High cost of renewable energy
c) Sustainable forestry
d) Small-scale mining
a) Rapid urbanization and deforestation
Who was declared by the Forbes Billionaires List 2025 as the wealthiest Filipino and the 117th richest person globally?
a) Henry Sy
b) Lucio Co
c) Manny Pacquiao
d) Manuel Villar
d) Manuel Villar
What is the longest bridge in the Philippines that connects Leyte and Samar?
a) Agas-Agas Bridge
b) Marcelo Fernan Bridge
c) San Juanico Bridge
d) Bamban Bridge
c) San Juanico Bridge
Who was the 7th President of the Republic of The Philippines?
a) Diosdado Macapagal
b) Elpidio Quirino
c) Manuel Roxas
d) Ramon Magsaysay
d) Ramon Magsaysay
Which creature is known to bring misfortune and sickness by consuming people's shadows?
a) Tikbalang
b) Sigbin
c) Aswang
d) Batibat
b) Sigbin
Which among the following is a key challenge in achieving SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) in the Philippines?
a) Lack of water resources
b) Limited sanitation infrastructure in rural areas
c) Too much rainfall
d) Low demand for clean water
a) Lack of water resources
In anticipation of this event, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) granted clemency to no less than 115 convicted Filipinos on March 30, 2025.
a) Eid'l Fitr
b) Eid al-Adha
c) Ramadan
d) Dubai World Cup
a) Eid'l Fitr
Who was the first Filipina to win the Miss Universe title?
a) Pia Wurtzbach
b) Gloria Diaz
c) Catriona Gray
d) Margie Moran
b) Gloria Diaz
The Cry of Pugad Lawin marked the start of ________
a) Word War II
b) EDSA Revolution
c) Philippine Revolution Against Spanish Colonizers
d) Philippine Revolution Against American Colonizers
c) Philippine Revolution Against Spanish Colonizers
What tree is known for being the dwelling place of the supernatural being, Duwende?
a) Narra Tree
b) Balete Tree
c) Piedras Platas
d) Pierdas Platas
b) Balete Tree
What is the target year for achieving the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals?
a) 2030
b) 2050
c) 2045
d) 2035
a) 2030
The Commission on Elections urged artists to file a formal complaint if their songs are used without permission in campaign jingles for the 2025 midterm elections. This was in response to a statement by _______, claiming that some of their songs were used without consent. What band was involved in this issue?
a) Dilaw
b) Itchyworms
c) Kamikazee
d) Lola Amour
d) Lola Amour
________________ is the third largest city in the Philippines dubbed as "Asia's Latin City" because of past Spanish influences in the city. It is also one of the busiest port cities and is named after the Malay word "jambangan" meaning "garden of flowers."
a) Davao City
b) Cebu City
c) Zamboanga City
d) Baguio City
c) Zamboanga City
Who is the revolutionary who was known for leading the longest revolt against the Spaniards, later resulting in the revolution being named after him?
a) Lapu-Lapu
b) Andres Bonifacio
c) Francisco Dagohoy
d) José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda
c) Francisco Dagohoy