AB - ENGLISH DINAGAT ISLAND FINAL EXAM

What region is Dinagat Islands a part of?

• MIMAROPA

• Caraga

• Ilocos

• Central Visayas

Answer explanation

Explanation: Dinagat Islands is part of the Caraga region, located in the northeastern part of Mindanao, Philippines.

When was Dinagat Islands declared a province?

• 2004

• 2006

• 2008

• 2010

Answer explanation

Explanation: Dinagat Islands became a province in 2006, making it the second-newest province in the Philippines.

What body of water is located to the west of Dinagat Islands?

• Surigao Strait

• Bohol Sea

• Philippine Sea

• Leyte Gulf

Answer explanation

Explanation: Surigao Strait separates Dinagat Islands from the island of Leyte.

What is the main language spoken in Dinagat Islands?

• Ilocano

• Waray

• Cebuano

• Kapampangan

Answer explanation

The majority of Dinagat Islands residents speak Cebuano, but some towns near Surigao del Norte also speak Surigaonon.

Which of the following municipalities was originally called "Albor"?

• Basilisa

• Libjo

• San Jose

• Cagdianao

Answer explanation

• Libjo was originally named Albor, derived from the surnames of two mayors: Alfaro (Loreto) and Borja (Dinagat).

What does the word "Dinagat" mean according to local folklore?

• Land of Kings

• Place of the Brave

• From this bountiful waters

• People of the Sun

Answer explanation

• Explanation: The name "Dinagat" comes from the phrase "Dinhiniininadagat", meaning "from this bountiful waters", referring to the rich marine resources.

What was the original name of the municipality of Basilisa?

• Rizal

• San Jose

• Mabua

• TagaDanaw

Answer explanation

Explanation: Basilisa was originally called Rizal, named after the national hero Dr. Jose Rizal, before being renamed Basilisa in 1969.

Which two surnames were combined to form the name "Albor"?

• Alfaro and Borja

• Alonzo and Borromeo

• Alcantara and Borongan

• Alejo and Borlaza

Answer explanation

The name Albor came from Mayor Alfaro (Loreto) and Mayor Borja (Dinagat), later renamed Libjo.

What significant World War II event took place in Dinagat Islands?

• Battle of Manila

• Battle of Leyte Gulf

• Battle of Surigao Strait

• Battle of Mindoro

Answer explanation

The Battle of Surigao Strait was one of the last major naval battles of WWII, fought near Dinagat Islands.

1. What is the newest municipality in Dinagat Islands?

• Loreto

• Cagdianao

• San Jose

• Tubajon

Answer explanation

• Explanation: San Jose became a municipality in 1989, making it the newest among the seven municipalities of Dinagat Islands.