PH History
PH History:
The Hispanic Period had started in the Philippines in 1500s. Who was the first Governor of the Philippines?
Answer: Miguel Lopez de Legazpi
In 1572, Miguel Lopez de Legazpi became the first Governor of the Philippines and established a government together with Augustinian and Dominican friars.
Science:
Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Answer:
American astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon. He stepped out of the Apollo 11 lunar module and onto the Moon's surface, in an area called the 'Sea of Tranquility.'
General Trivia:
What is longest highway in the world?
Answer:
The Pan-American is the longest highway in the world. This epic route, first proposed in 1889, runs south to north, or north to south, whichever way you prefer to travel. From Prudhoe Bay, Alaska in the U.S., all the way to the port city of Ushuaia, Argentina in the Tierra del Fuego.
PH Trivia:
Easily earning her social work merit badge, Josefa Llanes Escoda founded the Philippines branch of what youth organization?
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PH Movies:
Who is known as the "King of Philippine Movies," starred in over 100 films and was posthumously declared a National Artist of the Philippines in 2009?
Answer:
Fernando Poe, Jr.
PH History:
Who was the first woman member of the Katipunan (July 1893)?
Answer: Gregoria de Jesús
Gregoria de Jesus was the wife of Andres Bonifacio and the founder of the female chapter. Her codename was Lakambini (Princess).
Science:
Who discovered the insulin?
Answer:
Insulin was discovered by Sir Frederick G Banting, Charles H Best and JJR Macleod and it was later purified by James B Collip.
General Trivia:
Despite being a sovereign nation, who is Canada's head of state?
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PH Trivia:
The Philippines were previously named Las Islas Filipinas by European explorer Ruy López de Villalobos in 1565 to honor of King Philip II of what country?
Answer: Spain
In 1543, Spanish explorer Ruy López de Villalobos named the archipelago Las Islas Filipinas in honor of King Philip II of Castile. Spanish colonization via New Spain, beginning in 1565, led to the Philippines becoming ruled by the Crown of Castile, as part of the Spanish Empire, for more than 300 years.
PH Movies:
In 1975, this critically acclaimed Filipino film, directed by Lino Brocka, became the first from the Philippines to be nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
Answer:
Manila in the Claws of Light (Tagalog: Maynila, sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag) is a 1975 Filipino neo-noir drama mystery film directed by Lino Brocka based on the story In the Claws of Brightness by Edgardo M. Reyes. It is considered by many as one of the greatest films in Filipino cinema.
PH History:
The Rizal family had 11 siblings, of whom Rizal was the seventh. One of his siblings died early and is said to have been Rizal's 'first sorrow'. Who was this sibling?
Answer: Concepcion
Concepcion's nickname was Concha. She died at the age of three in 1865.
Science:
What is the largest land animal alive today?
Answer:
Elephants are the largest land animals alive today, ranging in size from 2,220 to 6,800 kilograms (6,000 to 15,000 pounds) among three different species.
General Trivia:
What was Earth’s supercontinent called?
Answer:
Pangea. The area split into two landmasses some 135 million years ago due to a phenomenon known as “continental drift.”
PH Trivia:
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?
Answer:
Adobo has been called the quintessential Philippine stew, served with rice both at daily meals and at feasts. It is commonly packed for Filipino mountaineers and travelers because it keeps well without refrigeration.
PH Movies:
She won two Tonys for her performance as Kim in "Miss Saigon". You can also listen to her beautiful voice as Jasmine in Disney's "Aladdin" and singing Mulan's song, "Reflections". Do you know who she is?
Answer :
Lea Salonga
PH History:
Who was the first woman to top the Philippine BAR Examination?
Answer: Tecla San Andres Ziga
Tecla San Andres Ziga (1906–1992) was a female senator in the Philippines notable for being the first woman in the country to top the bar examination for law-degree graduates.
Science:
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
Answer:
The stapes bone is also known as the stirrup bone. It’s located inside your ear.
General Trivia:
Who was known as the 'Maid of Orleans'?
Answer:
Joan of Arc, is a patron saint of France, honored as a defender of the French nation for her role in the siege of Orléans and her insistence on the coronation of Charles VII of France during the Hundred Years' War.
PH Trivia:
What “M” island in the Philippines is located in the Visayan Sea, across a strait from the northern end of Cebu Island? It is a popular site for diving, as thresher sharks can be seen off of Monad Shoal.
Answer: Malapascua Island
Malapascua is a Philippine island situated in the Visayan Sea, 6.8 kilometres (4.2 mi) across a shallow strait from the northernmost tip of Cebu Island. Administratively, it is part of the peninsular barangay of Logon, Daanbantayan, Cebu.
PH Movies:
This young actress gained recognition for her role in the film "Fan Girl," where she portrayed an obsessed fan of a male celebrity.
Answer:
Charlie Dizon
PH History:
Who was the Spanish governor-general who ordered the deportation of Jose Rizal to Dapitan?
Answer: Gov. Gen. Eulogio Despujol
Jose Rizal was deported days after he founded the La Liga Filipina on July 6, 1892, after purportedly finding subversive leaflets in his luggage.
Science:
Would you weigh more or less on Mars?
Answer:
Less. Weight is a measure of gravity's effect on mass. It varies based on factors like your mass, the planet's gravity, and the distance between you and the planet's center. If you weighed 100 lbs on Earth, you would weigh only 38 lbs on Mars!
General Trivia:
In which three countries can you not buy Coca-Cola?
Answer:
Coca-Cola, the best-selling soft drink in history, is one of the brands that has a presence in practically every part of the world. However, this soft drink cannot be bought or sold in three countries in the world: Cuba, North Korea, and Russia.
PH Trivia:
The poem 'Filipinas' was adapted to become the lyrics for this song, while the music was written by Julian Felipe. Originally called the "Marcha Nacional Filipina", what is this famous song better known as today?
Answer: Lupang Hinirang
One of the most notable examples of protest songs from this early period were Julián Felipe's 1898 composition "Marcha Nacional Filipina," which was combined with José Palma's 1899 poem "Filipinas" to create Lupang Hinirang, now the Philippines' official National anthem.
PH Movies:
This iconic Filipino film, released in 1982 and directed by Ishmael Bernal, explores themes of love, sacrifice, and societal expectations, and remains a timeless favorite among audiences.
Answer:
Himala