Geography
Where are the Philippines located?
In Southeast Asia, in the western Pacific Ocean
What is the dominant religion in the Philippines?
Catholicism
True or False: Footwear is a significant industry product in the Philippines.
True!
How long would a direct flight take to get from Toronto to the Philippines (Manila specifically)?
Approximately 16-17 hours
What is the climate in the Philippines?
Tropical and maritime climate. Characterized by high temperatures, high humidity, and abundant rainfall.
What does "pinoy" mean?
Pinoy is an informal term used by Filipinos to refer to themselves, the people of the Philippines or Filipinos, deriving from the Tagalog language.
What is the name of currency used in the Philippines?
Philippine Peso
What are the 2 official languages of the Philippines?
Filipino and English
What is the full name of the Philippines?
The Republic of the Philippines
Which 2 seas is The Philippines situated between?
the South China Sea and the Philippine Sea
What is the most popular sport in the Philippines?
Basketball
Name two of the main agricultural products deriving from the Philippines.
Sugarcane, coconuts, rice, corn, mangoes, bananas
What is the total land area of the Philippines?
Approximately 300, 000 square kilometres
What is the highest point in the Philippines?
Mount Apo (with an elevation of 9,692 ft / 2,954m above sea level)
True or false: The total population in the Philippines is over 100, 000, 000 (one hundred million).
True! Different sources say the population is between 112 and 117 million people, as of 2025.
Name 2 industries in the Philippines.
Electronic products (including semi-conductors), Agricultural products (rice, corn, coconut, sugar, tobacco), Mining products (iron, steel, copper, mineral resources), Pharmaceuticals (chemicals for drugs and personal care products), Footwear
What is the most popular mode of public transportation in the Philippines? Hint: there is a specific name for the vehicle type.
The jeepney - a public utility vehicle that is a Filipino cultural icon. These originated from US military jeeps that were left in the Philippines after World War II.
When did the Philippines gain independence from Spain?
June 12th, 1898
How many islands make up the archipelago of the Philippines?
7,640 islands
Name one thing Filipinos are known for, in terms of culture and values.
Warm hospitality, strong family orientation, deep-rooted religious beliefs, strong work ethic, optimism, fun-loving nature.
What is the currency exchange rate compared to the Canadian dollar?
1 Philippine peso = 0.024 Canadian Dollar (2 cents)
1 Canadian dollar = 40.84 Philippine Pesos
What is the area code / country code for the Philippines when making a phone call?
+63
Who is President in the Philippines?
Ferdinand "Bongbong" Romualdez Marcos Jr. AKA BBM or PBBM (2022 to present).