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COVID-19 is caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, which was first identified in late 2019. The virus spreads primarily through respiratory droplets and tiny airborne particles released when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. It was first detected in China. In which city of China was COVID-19 first identified in late 2019?
A. Beijing
B. Shanghai
C. Wuhan
D. Guangzhou
C. Wuhan
The disease was first detected in Wuhan before spreading globally and becoming a pandemic in 2020.
José Rizal wrote Noli Me Tangere, his first novel, to expose the abuses and injustices experienced by Filipinos during Spanish colonial rule. The novel was first published in 1887 in Berlin, Germany. Its English Translation is "Touch Me Not". What is the language of the word Noli Me Tangere?
A. Latin
B. Portuguese
C. Spanish
D. Deutsch
A. Latin
Starbucks is the world's largest coffeehouse chain, known for its premium coffee, espresso beverages, teas, pastries, and café experience. It was founded in 1971 in Seattle, Washington, USA. Many people call the Starbucks mascot a mermaid, but Starbucks officially describes her as a siren, a mythical creature from Greek legends.
Why was a siren chosen for the Starbucks logo?
A. Because coffee grows near the ocean
B. To reflect maritime heritage
C. Because the founders were sailors
D. To represent a sea goddess
B. To reflect maritime heritage
To reflect Seattle's maritime heritage and attract customers much like mythical sirens attracted sailors
TikTok is a popular social media platform centered on short-form videos. Users can create, edit, and share videos featuring music, dance, comedy, education, cooking, gaming, and many other types of content. It is owned by ByteDance, a technology company founded in China dated 2016.
What does FYP stand for on TikTok?
A. Feature Your Post
B. For Your Page
C. Feature You Post
D. For You Page
D. For You Page
Which Newton's Law explains why passengers move forward when a car suddenly stops?
A. First Law
B. Second Law
C. Third Law
D. Law of Gravity
A. First Law (Law of Inertia)
An object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion stays in motion at a constant speed and in a straight line unless acted upon by an external force.
Second Law: More force = more acceleration (F = mass x acceleration).
Third Law: Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.
Philippines has 18 Regions. 8 in Luzon, 4 in Visayas, and 6 in Mindanao. One of it is the Region IV-A CALABARZON. What cities composes this region which is also the representation of the acronym "CALABARZON"?
CA - Cavite
LA - Laguna
BA - Batangas
R - Rizal
ZON - Quezon
Spoliarium was painted by Juan Luna, one of the greatest Filipino painters in history. The painting was completed in 1884 and won a gold medal at the Exposición Nacional de Bellas Artes in Madrid, Spain.
What does the title "Spoliarium" refer to?
A. A Roman palace
B. A Roman battlefield
C. A gladiator training school
D. A chamber
D. A chamber
In ancient Rome, the spoliarium (chamber) was where the bodies of slain gladiators were stripped of their armor after combat, inspiring the dramatic scene depicted by Juan Luna.
Phở is one of Vietnam's most famous foods and is considered a symbol of Vietnamese cuisine around the world. Most historians believe phở originated in the early 20th century in northern Vietnam, particularly around Hanoi. There are many varieties of phở, one of which is the Phở Gà.
What protein is traditionally used in Phở Gà?
A. Beef
B. Pork
C. Shrimp
D. Chicken
D. Chicken
Popular Types of Phở in Vietnam
1. 🥩 Phở Bò (Beef Phở)
2. 🍗 Phở Gà (Chicken Phở)
3. 🥬 Phở Chay (Vegetarian/Vegan Phở)
4. 🐷 Phở Heo (Pork Phở)
Regional Styles of Phở
5. Phở Bắc (Northern Phở)
6. Phở Nam (Southern Phở)
Common Beef Phở Variations
7. Phở Tái – rare beef slices cooked by the hot broth.
8. Phở Chín – well-done cooked beef.
9. Phở Tái Nạm – combination of rare beef and flank beef.
10. Phở Đặc Biệt – "special phở" with several beef cuts such as brisket, tendon, meatballs, and rare beef.
On September 28, 2026 (Day 30 of the Sara Duterte Impeachment trial), Rep. Bel Zamora examined prosecution witness Police Major Jerickson (or Joericson) Sangalang from the Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office (PNP-FEO).
Rep. Zamora repeatedly addressed the witness with a calm, slow, and distinct vocal cadence (often described online with phrases like "mister witness..."), which immediately trended across TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, spawning parodies, remixes, and meme clips.
Complete the line:
"Mr. Witness, matatawag mo ba itong isang ______?"
"Mr. Witness, tama ba na ang ating Vice President ay may ganito kalaking... _____?"
armory; baril
Solve for the following:
4 + 4 × 4 - 4 ÷ 4
A. 19
B. 16
C. 15
D. 20
A. 19
Using PEMDAS
Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication & Division (left to right), Addition & Subtraction (left to right)
= 4 + 16 - 1
= 19
The most recent major conflict involving Iran began with escalating tensions between Iran and Israel in 2025 and expanded further in 2026 with direct involvement by the United States. The conflict has involved missile strikes, drone attacks, military operations, and disputes related to Iran's nuclear program and regional influence. The Strait of Hormuz is located in these tensions, making it one of the most strategically important waterways on Earth.
Why is the Strait of Hormuz important in discussions about the Iran conflict?
A. It contains the world's largest desert
B. It is a major route for global oil shipments
C. It separates Europe from Africa
D. It is Iran's capital city
B. It is a major route for global oil shipments
William Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet, one of the most famous love stories in world literature. They fall in love despite a bitter feud between their families, the Montagues and the Capulets. Due to a series of misunderstandings and unfortunate events, both Romeo and Juliet die, and their deaths finally bring peace between their feuding families. In which city is Romeo and Juliet set?
A. Venice
B. Rome
C. Florence
D. Verona
D. Verona
Romeo and Juliet is so closely associated with Verona that the city attracts visitors from around the world seeking "Juliet's House."
Jollibee is the largest fast-food chain in the Philippines and one of the most recognized Filipino brands worldwide. It is famous for its fried chicken, burgers, spaghetti, and family-friendly dining experience. Since its successful launch in the Philippines, the company extends its branches across other countries. Which of the following country below has no branch yet?
A. Taiwan
B. Canada
C. Spain
D. Oman
A. Taiwan
🌏 Asia
🌍 Middle East
🌎 North America
🌍 Europe
Name at least 3 persons who are "Big Winners" of Pinoy Big Brother Editions in the Philippines
Nene Tamayo – Season 1 (2005)
Keanna Reeves – Celebrity Edition 1 (2006)
Kim Chiu – Teen Edition 1 (2006)
Bea Saw – Season 2 (2007)
Ruben Gonzaga – Celebrity Edition 2 (2007)
Ejay Falcon – Teen Edition Plus (2008)
Melai Cantiveros – Double Up (2009–2010)
James Reid – Teen Clash of 2010 (2010)
Slater Young – Unlimited (2012)
Myrtle Sarrosa – Teen Edition 4 (2012)
Daniel Matsunaga – All In (2014)
Jimboy Martin – 737 Teen Edition (2015)
Miho Nishida – 737 Adult Edition (2015)
Maymay Entrata – Lucky Season 7 (2017)
Yamyam Gucong – Otso (2019)
Liofer Pinatacan – Connect (2021)
Anji Salvacion – Kumunity Season 10 (2022)
Fyang Smith – Gen 11 / New Gen (2024)
Mika Salamanca & Brent Manalo - PBB Collab Edition 1.0 (2025)
Caprice Cayetano & Lella Ford - PBB Collab Edition 2.0 (2026)
What is the scientific study of trees specifically called?
A. Botany
B. Dendrology
C. Palynology
D. Mycology
B. Dendrology
Botany - study of plants
Palynology - study of pollen and spores
Mycology - study of fungi
Rafflesia is famous for producing the world's largest individual flower, emits a strong odor similar to decaying meat and survives entirely as a parasite inside its host plant. This is native to the Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. In the Philippines, there are several species of this flower. Which of this Philippine rafflesia species is among the smallest in the world?
A. Rafflesia schadenbergiana
B. Rafflesia leonardi
C. Rafflesia consueloae
D. Rafflesia speciosa
C. Rafflesia consueloae
While many people associate rafflesias with gigantic flowers, Rafflesia consueloae is one of the smallest species known, with blooms only about 20 cm across.
Baybayin is an ancient Philippine writing system that was widely used in Luzon before and during the early Spanish colonial period. It was primarily used to write Tagalog, though it was also adapted for other Philippine languages. Baybayin is an abugida, meaning each character represents a consonant with an inherent vowel sound. Using these baybayin, what could be its translation?
ᜋᜊᜓᜑᜌ
A. Mabuhay
B. Pag-ibig
C. Araw
D. Pilipinas
A. Mabuhay
Pampanga is known as the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines" because of its rich food heritage and unique Kapampangan cuisine.
What is Pampanga's version of Spanish paella called?
A. Morcon
B. Buro
C. Bringhe
D. Tibok-Tibok
C. Bringhe
Unlike Spanish paella, Bringhe uses coconut milk and glutinous rice, giving it a distinctly Kapampangan flavor.
If in TV series adaptation, Ash Ketchum's first partner Pokémon is Pikachu, Who is Red's first partner Pokémon in the main Japanese manga?
A. Nidoran
B. Charmander
C. Poliwag
D. Pikachu
C. Poliwag
The Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding numbers. The Fibonacci sequence appears surprisingly often in nature like sunflower seed patterns, pineapple spirals, pine cones, etc. Let's say a rabbit's monthly population follows the Fibonacci sequence:
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ...
If there are 13 rabbits this month, how many will there be 2 months later?
34 rabbits
Next month: 8+13 = 21
Next 2 months: 13+21 = 34
Using 2025 population estimates based on United Nations population data, Name 3 out of the Top 10 Most Populous Countries as of December 31, 2025
1 India 1.464 billion
2 China 1.416 billion
3 United States 347.3 million
4 Indonesia 285.7 million
5 Pakistan 255.2 million
6 Nigeria 237.5 million
7 Brazil 212.8 million
8 Bangladesh 175.7 million
9 Russia 144.0 million
10 Ethiopia 135.5 million
Vincent van Gogh painted The Starry Night in 1889. The painting shows a swirling night sky with glowing stars above a peaceful village, inspired by the view from Van Gogh's room at an asylum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France. The bright "morning star" visible in the sky is believed to be a planet, which was particularly bright at that time. What is the planet believed to be?
A. Saturn
B. Jupiter
C. Uranus
D. Venus
D. Venus
"Bahay Kubo" is one of the most famous Filipino folk songs. It is a traditional Tagalog kundiman/folk song that describes a small native house surrounded by various vegetables commonly grown in the Philippines. What is the 12th vegetable mentioned in the song?
Labanos
The Grammy Awards (often called the Grammys) are among the most prestigious awards in the music industry. They are presented annually by the Recording Academy to recognize outstanding achievements in music, including singing, songwriting, production, and performance. Which of the following artist below did not win any awards?
A. Katy Perry
B. Britney Spears
C. Justin Timberlake
D. Adam Levine
A. Katy Perry
- Katy Perry has never won a Grammy Award. She has received 13 Grammy nominations but 0 Grammy wins.
- Britney Spears has won 1 Grammy Award from 8 Grammy nominations
- Justin Timberlake has won 10 Grammy Awards from 40 Grammy nominations
- Adam Levine, the lead singer of Maroon 5, has won 3 Grammy Awards and received 13 Grammy nominations. His Grammy wins are credited through his work with Maroon 5
The hexagon has become such a recognizable symbol in chemistry that it is often used in logos, laboratory designs, science posters, and educational materials to represent chemistry itself.
In chemistry, the hexagon (⬡) is one of the most important shapes because it often represents the structure of certain molecules, especially those containing benzene rings.
Many important substances contain hexagonal benzene rings. What does the molecular formula below represents?
C8H10N4O2
A. Aspirin
B. Caffeine
C. Vanilla flavoring
D. TNT
B. Caffeine