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REGINS IN VISAYAS AND MINDANAO

Total questions: 83

Worksheet time: 42mins

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1.

This island in Bohol houses the largest mangrove area in the province.

a)

Bonacon Island

b)

Balicasag Island

c)

Panglao Island

d)

Apo Island

2.

This is one of the most famous diving destinations in Bohol

a)

Bonacon Island

b)

Balicasag Island

c)

Panglao Island

d)

Apo Island

3.

This festival is held annually in March, this agro-industrial fair celebrates with dancing, festivities, sports events, and entertainment shows which ends with the reenactment of the famed "blood compact" which took place in the province.

a)

Sinulog Festival

b)

Binirayan Festival

c)

Sandugo Festival

d)

Kasadyaan Festival

4.

This widely celebrated festival takes place in the 3rd Sunday of January, the feast of the Santo Nino, with street dancing and revelry in the streets, with the religious activities of masses held every hour at the Basilica Minore del Sto. Nino.

a)

Sandugo Festival

b)

Sinulog Festival

c)

Binirayan Festival

d)

Kasadyaan Festival

5.

This festival celebrated from December 28 to 30, commemorates the landing in Malandog in the mid-13th century of the 10 Malay datus who set up the first Malayan settlement or barangay in this country.

a)

Sandugo Festival

b)

Sinulog Festival

c)

Binirayan Festival

d)

Kasadyaan Festival

6.

This attraction in Cebu is the house of the Filipino Bishop of Cebu which showcase the Filipino lifestyle from 1860 to 1920.

a)

Colon Street

b)

Fuente Osmena

c)

Aznar-Alfonso Collection

d)

Casa Gorordo Museum

7.

This attraction in Cebu displays antique jewelry and furniture, statues of Saints and authentic grave goods from archaeological digs.

a)

Colon Street

b)

Fuente Osmena

c)

Aznar-Alfonso Collection

d)

Casa Gorordo Museum

8.

Considered as the oldest street in the Philippines

a)

Colon Street

b)

Fuente Osmena

c)

Aznar-Alfonso Collection

d)

Casa Gorordo Museum

9.

A delicacy from region VIII that looks like a hotcake but tastes like bibingka or puto, likened to a rice crepe. This is generally best served at breakfast.

a)

Pudpod

b)

Suman TInambiran

c)

Salukara

d)

Ampaw

10.

A rice puff, made of crispy rice and mixed with a syrup of sugar and water and dried under the sun until it can be eaten with a crunch, a delicacy from Region VIII

a)

Pudpod

b)

Suman Tinambiran

c)

Salukara

d)

Ampaw

11.

A smoked fish pancake like patty made from "bolinaw", the native name for anchovies. This can also be made with "budlis", tuna or "pating", shark.

a)

Pudpod

b)

Suman TInambiran

c)

Salukara

d)

Ampaw

12.

A rice-based delicacy in Reqion VIII with white and black glutinous rice rolled/twirled interchangeably with each other and wrapped in anahaw or banana leaves.

a)

Pudpod

b)

Suman Tinambiran

c)

Salukara

d)

Ampaw

13.

The centerpiece of this festival are honeybees, celebrated in the month of August.

a)

Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival

b)

Buyogan Festival

c)

Pahoy-Pahoy Festival

d)

Bagasumbol Festival

14.

A cultural-religious celebration held in Tacloban June every year, highlights body painting traditions of ancient warriors which was eventually merged with merriment.

a)

Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival

b)

Buyogan Festival

c)

Pahoy-Pahoy Festival

d)

Bagasumbol Festival

15.

Region VIII festival celebrated in October, this celebrates the birth of Christianity in Naval.

a)

Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival

b)

Buyogan Festival

c)

Pahoy-Pahoy Festival

d)

Bagasumbol Festival

16.

These were the church bells taken by the US Army from the Church as mementos of the massacre that took place in the locality in 1901 during the Philippine American War.

a)

Pan-ay Church

b)

Biri Rock Formation

c)

Pan-ay Bells

d)

Balangiga Bells

17.

A national park, which is a protected area, which commemorates the return of Douglas MacArthur in 1944

a)

Canhugas Nature Park

b)

Leyte Landing Memorial Park

c)

Biri Rock Island Formation

18.

Gigantic waves crashing and forming these unique rock formations marking this park in Eastern Samar.

a)

Canhugas Nature Park

b)

Leyte Landing Memorial Park

c)

Biri Rock Island Formation

19.

Composed of four small, rocky islands in a perilous area where San Bernardino Strait meets the Pacific Ocean in Region VIII

a)

Canhugas Nature Park

b)

Leyte Landing Memorial Park

c)

Biri Rock Island Formation

20.

A dream beach destination in the municipality of Palompon which is shaped like a bird, known for its stretch of white, powdery sand beaches and crystal clear blue waters.

a)

Kalanggaman Island

b)

Limasawa Island

c)

Sila Island

21.

A small island of historic importance, as the site of the first mass in Philippine soil in March 1521.

a)

Kalanggaman Island

b)

Limasawa Island

c)

Sila Island

22.

An annual event celebrated in October, this celebrates the bountiful harvest of the Lanzones.

a)

Lanzones Festival

b)

Kuyamis Festival

c)

Kaamulan Festival

d)

Diyandi Festival

23.

The local version of the Sinulog of Cebu in Region XIII, celebrating the Feast of the Child Jesus every 3rd Sunday of January.

a)

Balangay Festival

b)

Kahimuan Festival

c)

Kaamulan Festival

24.

This unique rock formation in Region XIII has low hanging stalactites that have an underground lagoon with clean, green waters.

a)

Socorro Rock Formations

b)

Maletangtang Cave

c)

Sohoton Cave

d)

Del Carmen Swamps

25.

This scenic area in Region XIII is dominated by dagger like rocks which make for a beautiful sight but with very strong currents

a)

Socorro Rock Formations

b)

Maletangtang Cave

c)

Sohoton Cave

d)

Del Carmen Swamps

26.

A boat-shaped cave in Region XIII with a cool spring that is filled with bat waste.

a)

Socorro Rock Formations

b)

Maletangtang Cave

c)

Sohoton Cave

d)

Del Carmen Swamps

27.

A vast area of preserved mangroves in Region XIII that is the natural habitat of the biggest species of saltwater crocodile in the country.

a)

Socorro Rock Formations

b)

Maletangtang Cave

c)

Sohoton Cave

d)

Del Carmen Swamps

28.

The name of the festival in Region XI is derived from the local word meaning "abundance", featuring culture, products, destinations and natural resources.

a)

Gaginaway Festival

b)

Kadagayaan Festival

c)

Pangapog Festival

d)

Kadayawan sa Dabaw

29.

The premier festival of Davao City that showcases its natural and cultural bounty of the land, held in the month of August. It is a time of weeklong festivities that highlights merrymaking and featuring the varied tribal cultures of the region, with arts, crafts, produce and street dancing.

a)

Gaginaway Festival

b)

Kadagayaan Festival

c)

Pangapog Festival

d)

Kadayawan sa Dabaw

30.

Held in Samal Island, this festival takes place in August as thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest with parades, street dances, cultural presentation and agri-industrial fairs.

a)

Gaginaway Festival

b)

Kadagayaan Festival

c)

Pangapog Festival

d)

Kadayawan sa Dabaw

31.

This festival highlights the cultural arts and heritage of the Malita, celebrated at the full moon of every month and the main annual celebration held in November of every year.

a)

Gaginaway Festival

b)

Kadagayaan Festival

c)

Pangapog Festival

d)

Kadayawan sa Dabaw

32.

The Island Garden City

a)

Talikud Island

b)

Olinavan Island

c)

Ballistic Island

d)

Samal

33.

The Island Garden CityThe Spanish explorer, Villalobos, who came after Magellan landed in this islet and built a fortress.

a)

Talikud Island

b)

Olinavan Island

c)

Ballistic Island

d)

Samal

34.

The island behind Samal which is known for its clear, sparkling waters, coral reefs and dive sites.

a)

Talikud Island

b)

Olinavan Island

c)

Ballistic Island

d)

Samal

35.

An island with a circular formation that has 360 degrees of a white sand beach with a lighthouse built in the American Colonial period that served as a guide for warships.

a)

Talikud Island

b)

Olinavan Island

c)

Ballistic Island

d)

Samal

36.

A contraction of Visayan words 'sinugba" and "kinilaw", this food is combination of raw, fresh tuna and grilled pork marinated in vinegar with condiments like spice, lime, lemon, chili, onion, garlic and salt.

a)

Sinuglaw

b)

Binignit

c)

Buko Batchoy

d)

Lyurot

37.

A traditional cooking method of the Mansaka Tribe is when meat and root crops are cooked with simple herbs: lemongrass, salt, pepper and ginger, inside the a hollow of a bamboo tube.

a)

Sinuglaw

b)

Binignit

c)

Buko Batchoy

d)

Lyurot

38.

A hot noodle soup with slivers of tender pork eat topped with chicharon served in a buko shell. When eating, scoops should include coconut meat to give a unique sweet/salty taste to the dish.

a)

Sinuglaw

b)

Binignit

c)

Buko Batchoy

d)

Lyurot

39.

A favorite snack which is a flavorful mix of camote, gabi, sago, bilo-bilo, langka, bananas, steeped in coconut milk.

a)

Sinuglaw

b)

Binignit

c)

Buko Batchoy

d)

Lyurot

40.

Named from a Maenuvu word which means "gathering" or get together, this festival weeklong celebration, showcasing cultures, traditions and ethic dances and rituals

a)

Sarangani Bay Festival

b)

MunaTo Festival

c)

Kalimudan Festival

d)

Kalivingan Festival

41.

In Sarangani, this festival is celebrated, which means "first people", to give homage to the cultural diversity of the region. It is meant to coincide with the annual Sarangani festival.

a)

Sarangani Bay Festival

b)

MunaTo Festival

c)

Kalimudan Festival

d)

Kalivingan Festival

42.

This is a beach festival held in Sarangani. The festival and its sports competitions may probably be the biggest beach event in Southern Philippines.

a)

Sarangani Bay Festival

b)

MunaTo Festival

c)

Kalimudan Festival

d)

Kalivingan Festival

43.

The Manobos, Tinurays and T'bolis of Sultan Kudarat can give way to celebrate unity in diversity. It is also a thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest.

a)

Sarangani Bay Festival

b)

MunaTo Festival

c)

Kalimudan Festival

d)

Kalivingan Festival

44.

What is the oldest province in the Philippines?

a)

Cebu

b)

Aklan

c)

Bohol

d)

Antique

45.

Located about 6 kilometers from city proper, this was the original settlement of Dipolog's first inhabitants, along the river to allow transporting of their goods.

a)

Tulwanan Village

b)

The Rizaliana

c)

Rizal Shrine

d)

Dapitan Plaza

46.

The location where Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last 4 years in exile, now declared a national shrine and administered by the National Historical Institute.

a)

Tulwanan Village

b)

The Rizaliana

c)

Rizal Shrine

d)

Dapitan Plaza

47.

Houses the books, periodicals and other historical exhibits of Dr. Jose Rizal in Region IX

a)

Tulwanan Village

b)

The Rizaliana

c)

Rizal Shrine

d)

Dapitan Plaza

48.

The main house that served as the residence of Dr. Jose Rizal and the place where family and friends visited him.

a)

Casa Redona Pequeña

b)

Casa Cuadrada

c)

Casa Redonda

d)

Casitas Hospitales

49.

This is a hexagonal structure that had served as a chicken house during Rizal's stay.

a)

Casa Redona Pequeña

b)

Casa Cuadrada

c)

Casa Redonda

d)

Casitas Hospitales

50.

Two of these structures were originally intended as tea houses, but Dr. Jose Rizal converted them to clinics that could accommodate patients from distant areas.

a)

Casa Redona Pequeña

b)

Casa Cuadrada

c)

Casa Redonda

d)

Casitas Hospitales

51.

An octagonal shaped dwelling that served as quarters for Dr. Jose Rizal's pupils, that was later converted into a clinic.

a)

Casa Redona Pequeña

b)

Casa Cuadrada

c)

Casa Redonda

d)

Casitas Hospitales

52.

It is a mountain in Region IX which features virgin forests inhabited by monkeys and gorillas, which can conquered on foot or by horseback. It is currently under study for more development.

a)

Mt. Susong Dalaga

b)

Manga Falls

c)

Lourdes Waterfall

d)

Mt. Pinokis

53.

This is a 20-layered cascading falls in Region IX is surrounded by huge trees and foliage and is said to be home to white monkeys

a)

Mt. Susong Dalaga

b)

Manga Falls

c)

Lourdes Waterfall

d)

Mt. Pinokis

54.

It is a pair of semi-perfect cone shaped mountains with good forest cover, which can be reached on foot or on horseback. Its name is derived from what the mountains' shape represent.

a)

Mt. Susong Dalaga

b)

Manga Falls

c)

Lourdes Waterfall

d)

Mt. Pinokis

55.

Most of the people speak ____ in Region VI.

a)

Ilonggo

b)

Bisaya

c)

Cebuano

d)

Waray-Waray

56.

There are ___ provinces in Region VI.

a)

4

b)

8

c)

6

d)

5

57.

It is the location of premier white-water kayaking and rafting destinations in the Philippines, often visited as a side trip by tourists who have come from Boracay.

a)

Danao Lake

b)

Macalbag Waterfalls

c)

Pilar River

d)

Tibiao River

58.

A popular festival celebrated in Kalibo, where the bodies of participants are blackened with charcoal, imitating the native tribes, celebrating the feast of the Sto. Nino in January. This is said to be the predecessor of the Sinulog of Cebu.

a)

DInagyang Festival

b)

Ati-Atihan Festival

c)

Sinulog Festival

d)

Kaamulan Festival

59.

A province very popular for its mangoes.

a)

Guimaras

b)

Camiguin

c)

Davao

d)

Cebu

60.

The pristine white sand coastline of Boracay Island is located in the province of:

a)

Cebu

b)

Aklan

c)

Antique

d)

Capiz

61.

Known as the biggest and most opulent religious feast in Western Visayas, it is a symbol of Iloilo's affluence and love for the Blessed Mother, celebrated annually on the 2nd of February.

a)

Pagtaltal

b)

Feast of our Lady of Candles

c)

Feast of our Lady of Immaculate Conception

d)

Dinagyang Festival

62.

The name of the provinces of Zamboanga was derived from a Malay word "Jambangan" meaning a pot or place of flowers.

a)

True

b)

False

63.

Zamboanga Peninsula Region has how many provinces?

a)

4

b)

3

c)

5

d)

6

64.

Still colloquially known as North Cotabato, its name, Cotabato, is from the Maguindanaoan language "kuta wato" meaning "stone fort".

a)

True

b)

False

65.

This city is known as "The City of Waterfalls"

a)

Cagayan de Oro

b)

Iligan City

c)

Davao City

d)

Dapitan City

66.

This city is known as "The City of Golden Friendship"

a)

Cagayan de Oro

b)

Iligan City

c)

Davao City

d)

Dapitan City

67.

The Philippines' national dance, Tinikling, originated from Region ____

a)

7

b)

8

c)

9

d)

10

68.

Also known as Island of Fire or Isla del Fuego.

a)

Camiguin

b)

Dinagat Island

c)

Siquijor

d)

Apo Island

69.

One of the largest sandbars in the Philippines, it is nicknamed the Maldives of the Philippines.

a)

Kalanggaman Sandbar

b)

Manjuyod Sandbar

c)

Olango Island

d)

Apo Island

70.

This volcanic island is the site of Silliman University's Marine Conservation Park, teeming with corals and varied marine life.

a)

Kalanggaman Sandbar

b)

Manjuyod Sandbar

c)

Olango Island

d)

Apo Island

71.

The highest peak in Region 7

a)

Mt. Talinis

b)

Mt. Madia-as

c)

Mt. Apo

d)

Mt. Kanlaon

72.

The name of this place means "bubbling brook" and this is famous for the "sardine run" experience

a)

Malapascua Island

b)

Moalboal Island

c)

Apo Island

d)

Olango Island

73.

Which of these places is known for the dives to experience the Thresher sharks and giant Manta Rays?

a)

Malapascua Island

b)

Moalboal Island

c)

Apo Island

d)

Olango Island

74.

This historical sign in this site is the spot where Magellan died.

a)

Magellan's Cross

b)

Magellan Marker

c)

Lapu Lapu monument

d)

Lapu Lapu Shrine

75.

This old building houses a collection of rare art pieces and antiques in Silay

a)

Hofilena Ancestral House

b)

Yulo Ancestral House

c)

The Ruins

d)

Aznar Collection

76.

This place is considered the seat of Catholicism in Western Visayas.

a)

Sto. Nino Basilica, Cebu

b)

Miag-ao, Iloilo

c)

Jaro District, Iloilo

d)

Baclayon Church

77.

The Seafood Capital of the Philippines

a)

Aklan

b)

Iloilo

c)

Capiz

d)

Antique

78.

The Banana Capital of the Philippines is:

a)

Davao Del Norte

b)

Davao Del Sur

c)

Davao de Oro

d)

Davao Occidental

79.

The highest bridge in the Philippines is:

a)

San Juanico Bridge

b)

Fernan Bridge

c)

Agas-Agas Bridge

80.

This is known to have the Philippines biggest karst formations, which is composed of 12 caves with wide underground spaces.

a)

Calbiga Caves

b)

Sohoton Caves

c)

Lobo Cave

d)

Odloman Cave

81.

This city is known as Orchid City and sometimes referred to as Sardines Capital of the Philippines

a)

Dapitan City

b)

Zamboanga City

c)

Pagadian City

d)

Dipolog City

82.

This province is known as "Heritage Haven of Panay"

a)

Aklan

b)

Antique

c)

Iloilo

d)

Capiz

83.

This is known as "The Marble Central of Panay"

a)

Aklan

b)

Antique

c)

Iloilo

d)

Capiz