GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
General information is composed of questions based on the current events, whether it can be local or
international.
Directions: Read each question carefully and choose the correct answer
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What was the theme of the Philippines’ celebration of Independence Day in 2024?
A) Kalayaan. Kinabukasan. Kasaysayan.
B) Kalayaan at Kasarinlan: Pundasyon ng Matatag na Republika
C) Pagbabago Tungo sa Kaunlaran
D) Bayanihan para sa Kalayaan
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Which of the following statements about the Banaue Rice Terraces is true?
A) They are located in the province of Ifugao and are over 2,000 years old.
B) They are artificial and were constructed by Spanish colonists in the 1800s.
C) They are primarily a tourist attraction and no longer used for agriculture.
D) They are the largest rice terraces in Southeast Asia, stretching across six provinces.
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Who was the first Filipino to be awarded the title of “National Artist for Literature” posthumously in
1973, known for his works on Filipino identity and social issues?
A) José Garcia Villa
B) Nick Joaquín
C) Francisco Balagtas
D) Amado V. Hernandez
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Which of the following statements about the Philippine Eagle is false?
A) The Philippine Eagle is considered the largest eagle in the world in terms of body length.
B) The species is native to Luzon, Samar, and Leyte.
C) The Philippine Eagle was once called the "Monkey-eating Eagle" due to its diet.
D) The Philippine Eagle is found across the entire Philippine archipelago.
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What recent action did the Philippines take in response to escalating tensions in the South China Sea?
A) Sent out more warships in contested regions
B) Deployed a U.S. medium-range missile system during military exercises
C) Established a new military alliance with Japan
D) Initiated joint naval patrols with Australia
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It is the deadliest storm that has hit the Philippines since at least typhoon Thielma in 1991.
A. Bagyong Ondoy
B. Bagyong Ruby
C. Bagyong Haiyan / Yolanda
D. Bagyong Karina
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Who is the fifth president of the Republic of the Philippines.
A. Diosdado Macapagal
B. Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” Aquino
C. Sergio Osmenia
D. Manuel Roxas
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A Filipino artist who is known to be the creator of the painting Spolarium.
A. Marcela Agoncillo
B. Juan Luna
C. Cecile Licad
D. John Lesaca
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During the fifth republic or also known as the People Power Constitution, who was the vice-president
during former-president Corazon Cojuangco-Aquino’s term?
A. Teofisto T. Guingona
B. Jejomar “Jojo” Cabauatan Binay
C. Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo
D. Salvador H. Laurel
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What is the medical terminology of doctors for elderly patients?
A. Pediatrics
B. Geriatrics
C. Pathology
D. Oncology
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Which province is home to the Hinatuan Enchanted River, known for its mysterious blue waters and
seemingly bottomless depths?
A. Surigao Del Norte
B. Surigao Del Sur
C. Agusan del Norte
D. Agusan del Sur
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What is the ancient name of the island now known as Cebu, based on early Chinese records?
A. Sugbu
B. Mactan
C. Zubu
D. Butuan
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What is the name of the strait that separates the islands of Leyte and Samar?
A. San Bernardino Strait
B. Surigao Strait
C. San Juanico Strait
D. Balabac Strait
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What is the Philippine national flower?
A. Gumamela
B. Sampaguita
C. Waling-waling
D. Ilang-ilang
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Which island in the Philippines is known for the Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary, home to rare butterfly
species?
A. Bohol
B. Cebu
C. Palawan
D. Batanes
