PHILIPPINE HISTORY

EASY
Who won the first Philippine National Presidential Election?
Answer: Manuel Luis Quezon
The first Philippine President of the Commonwealth and the "Father of the Philippine language", Manuel L.
Quezon (1935-1944) was recognized by the US after the Philippines gained self-government in 1916. He
won the elections in 1935 against First Republic President Emilio Aguinaldo and Bishop Gregorio Aglipay.
She is a Filipino heroine. After her husband died, she continued the war against Spain, was caught and
hanged.
Answer: Gabriela Silang
Diego and Gabriela Silang took advantage of British occupation of Manila to rise against the Spaniards.
When did Dr. Jose Rizal die?
Answer: December 30, 1896
He was executed in Bagumbayan, now known as Rizal Park, by the Spaniards for his alleged part in the
Philippine Revolution of 1896.
The seeds of Filipino Independence were widely regarded to have been first planted in 1887 with the
publication of which novel by Jose Rizal?
Answer: Noli Me Tangere
"Noli Me Tangere" is a Filipino novel by Jose Rizal that can be compared to the American novel "Uncle
Tom's Cabin" for the role it played in those nations' histories. Jose Rizal was an eye doctor from Manila
who was angered by the disparate treatment of the Filipino people by the Spanish colonists. His novel "Noli
Me Tangere" focuses on a young mestizo man Crisostomo Ibarra and his conflicting thoughts on patriotism,
fidelity and revenge. His battle with the local Spanish authorities caused the novel to be banned in the
Philippines.
Rizal was fearful about even publishing the novel in the first place as he feared retaliation from the Spanish.
The book was originally published by a friend of Rizal's in Berlin in 1887. It was not widely circulated in
Manila until 1899 and had only been read in underground circles prior to then. Nonetheless, the book
proved to be a catalyst for Filipino Independence.
Who wrote the "Kartilla", considered the 'bible' of the Katipunan movement?
Answer: Emilio Jacinto
Jacinto was the adviser on fiscal matters and secretary to Andrés Bonifacio, the leader of the Katipunan
movement. The primer he wrote consisted of 13 teachings which the members of the (Katipunan) were
expected to follow. "A life that is not dedicated to a noble cause is like a tree without a shade or a
poisonous weed" was one of the 13 teachings. Jacinto was also the editor of the Katipunan newspaper
called "Kalayaan", which translates to "Freedom".

MODERATE
Which of these was a US president during the 'American Era' in the Philippines?
Answer: Franklin Roosevelt
It was Roosevelt who granted the Philippines a "Commonwealth Government".
Who designed the Rizal Monument?
Answer: Richard Kissling
The first political party in the Philippines organized on December 23, 1900 by wealthy Filipino illustrados.
Answer: Federal Party
Its principal aims were immediate peace and annexation of the Philippines to the United States.
Promulgated by 125 illustrados, the party elected Trinidad Pardo de Tavera as president.
What act is also known as the "Martial Law" act?
Answer: Proclamation 1081
This dictatorial proclamation made in September 1972 sparked off a revolution and chaos. It gave the
President the wide ranging powers including the right to nominate his successor.
When was Manuel L. Quezon inaugurated?
Answer: November 15, 1935
He was the first President of the Commonwealth.
DIFFICULT
Who led the longest revolt in the Philippines during the Spanish times?
Answer: Francisco Dagohoy
It lasted for 85 years (1744-1829). Francisco Dagohoy rose in rebellion because a Jesuit priest refused to
give his brother, Sagarino, a Christian burial as he had died in a duel.
CURRENT EVENTS
What is the local name of this native vine that is featured on the newly-designed 5-peso coin recently
released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas? It is commonly known as the jade vine.
Answer: Tayabak
What is the government agency mandated by the Philippine Identification System Act to implement the
national ID system for citizens and resident aliens of the Philippines?
Answer: Philippine Statistics Authority

He is the first Filipino to be officially vaccinated against COVID-19. He received the first authorized shot of
Sinovac COVID-19 vaccine during the kickoff of the nation’s vaccination drive.
Dr. Gerardo Legaspi, He is the Director of the Philippine General Hospital
On January 21, 2019, a plebiscite takes place with the majority of voters deciding to ratify the
_____________ paving way to the creation of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region and abolition of the
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
Bangsamoro Organic Law
He was the controversial Tanauan, Batangas mayor who was assassinated by an unknown sniper during a
flag-raising ceremony.
Mayor Antonio Halili
Chinese President Xi Jinping is standing by the “zero-Covid” policy in containing the pandemic. However,
THIS major city which accounts for 3.6% of GDP seemed to relax restrictions after becoming a ghost town
and reporting a record number of Covid cases.
Correct Response: C. Shanghai
According to Article 31 of the ASEAN Charter, the Chairmanship of ASEAN shall rotate annually, based on
the alphabetical order of the English names of Member States. After Singapore chaired and hosted the
ASEAN summit last 2018, what country will assume the Chairmanship this 2019?
Thailand