Basic Facts
What is PHP short for?
Philippine Peso
What is an archipelago?
A group of small islands
What is the National Dance of the Philippines?
Tinikling
Name a mode of transportation that Filipinos use.
Jeepneys
Name two official languages of the Philippines recognized internationally.
Filipiino and English
How many provinces are in the Philippines?
82
What UNESCO Heritage Site can be found in Manila?
The San Agustin Church
What is the term for the phenomenon where skilled professionals leave their home country for better opportunities abroad?
Brain Drain
How many islands make up the Philippines, and how many are inhabited?
7,641 (around 2,000 inhabited)
Which ocean is the Philippines located in?
The Pacific Ocean
The Philippines is known for its talented musicians. Name 2 famous Filipino singers.
Pick 2: Bruno Mars, Beabadoobee, Olivia Rodrigo, etc.
Name two sectors where Overseas Filipino Workers have made significant contributions.
Pick 2: Global healthcare, engineering, and domestic services, etc.
What is the current population of the Philippines? (nearest million)
More than 116 million
What are the two major bodies of water surrounding the Philippines?
The West Philippine Sea and the Philippine Sea
How many ethnolinguistic groups are in the Philippines?
Over 180 groups
What religion do you think most Filipinos follow?
Roman Catholicism
True or False: The Philippines is a Constitutional monarchy
False! It's a Democratic Republic.
Where is Maria Cristina Falls Located?
Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Mindanao
Name 4 ethnolinguistic groups of The Philippines.
You probably didn't get this one
What percentage of Filipinos speak Bisaya? (2020) (+-2)
16%