Ice Breaker

What was the first newspaper published in the Philippines?

• • La Solidaridad

• • The Manila Times

• • Del Superior Govierno

• Ang Kalayaan

What annual event is celebrated to honor Filipino journalists?

• • National Journalism Month

• • Press Freedom Week

• National Heroes Day

• Independence Day

Who was the founder of the first Filipino newspaper, La Solidaridad, which played a significant role in advocating press freedom?

• • Jose Rizal

• • Graciano López Jaena

• • Marcelo H. del Pilar

• Andres Bonifacio

Which law supports the right to information and transparency in the Philippines, which libraries also uphold?

• • Cybercrime Prevention Act

• • Anti-Terrorism Act

• • Freedom of Information (FOI) Executive Order

• Data Privacy Act

What role do libraries play in promoting press freedom in the Philippines?

• • Censoring controversial information

• • Providing access to diverse and uncensored information

• • Limiting access to online resources

• Publishing only government-approved materials

What can libraries in the Philippines do to counter misinformation and promote press freedom?

• • Ignore the spread of misinformation

• • Provide resources and workshops on media literacy and fact-checking

• • Censor all online content

• Limit access to only traditional media

Who is the person behind the popular blog "Malditang Librarian" known for sharing insights on library science and the life of a librarian in the Philippines?

• • Maria Ressa

• • Allana Delgado

• • Chacha Gutierrez

• Jayson Biadog

Which is the oldest existing newspaper in the Philippines?

• • Manila Bulletin

• • Philippine Daily Inquirer

• • The Manila Times

• The Philippine Star

In which country is press freedom most restricted, according to the World Press Freedom Index?

• • North Korea

• • Russia

• • China

• Saudi Arabia

Do you know who is the famous investigative journalist known for her tagline, "Di Umano"?