About this Study Set
This study set covers General Knowledge through
30 practice questions.
This quiz covers general information about the Philippines, including significant events from the past two years. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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General Knowledge Quiz: Philippines (Last 2 Years) study set below.
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1
What is the capital city of the Philippines?
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A
Cebu City
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B
Davao City
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C
Manila
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D
Quezon City
2
Which of the following is a popular Filipino noodle dish?
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A
Sushi
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B
Pad Thai
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C
Adobo
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D
Pancit
3
In what year did the Philippines gain its independence from the United States?
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A
1946
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B
1965
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C
1986
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D
1950
4
Which of these is a famous Philippine festival known for its colorful masks and street dancing?
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A
Ati-Atihan Festival
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B
Sinulog Festival
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C
Masskara Festival
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D
Panagbenga Festival
5
What is the national flower of the Philippines?
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A
Rose
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B
Sampaguita
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C
Orchid
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D
Sunflower
6
Which body of water lies to the east of the Philippines?
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A
South China Sea
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B
Pacific Ocean
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C
Philippine Sea
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D
Celebes Sea
7
What is the highest mountain in the Philippines?
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A
Mount Mayon
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B
Mount Apo
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C
Mount Pulag
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D
Mount Kitanglad
8
Which former Philippine president is known for declaring martial law?
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A
Corazon Aquino
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B
Ferdinand Marcos
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C
Joseph Estrada
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D
Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
9
What is the primary religion practiced in the Philippines?
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A
Islam
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B
Buddhism
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C
Hinduism
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D
Christianity
10
Which archipelago is located southwest of the Philippines?
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A
Borneo
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B
Sulawesi
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C
Palawan
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D
Mindanao
11
What is the common currency used in the Philippines?
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A
Dollar
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B
Yen
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C
Peso
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D
Ringgit
12
Which natural disaster is the Philippines frequently affected by due to its geographical location?
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A
Earthquakes
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B
Volcanic Eruptions
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C
Typhoons
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D
Tsunamis
13
What is the national animal of the Philippines?
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A
Carabao
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B
Philippine Eagle
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C
Tarsier
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D
Tamaraw
14
Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Philippines known for its rice terraces?
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A
Banaue Rice Terraces
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B
Chocolate Hills
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C
Taal Volcano
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D
Puerto Princesa Underground River
15
What is the main language spoken in the Philippines?
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A
Tagalog
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B
Cebuano
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C
Ilokano
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D
Filipino
16
Which event in the last two years saw significant volcanic activity from Mount Mayon?
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A
2022
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B
2023
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C
2021
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D
2020
17
In the last two years, which major sporting event did the Philippines host or participate in prominently?
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A
Asian Games
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B
FIBA Basketball World Cup
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C
Olympics
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D
SEA Games
18
What significant infrastructure project was inaugurated or saw major progress in the Philippines in the last two years?
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A
Skyway Stage 3
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B
North-South Connector Project
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C
BGC-Ortigas Link Road
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D
All of the above
19
Which significant political transition occurred in the Philippines in 2022?
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A
A new Senate President was elected
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B
A new President was inaugurated
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C
A new Vice President was elected
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D
All of the above
20
In the last two years, what major global health challenge continued to impact the Philippines?
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A
Ebola outbreak
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B
COVID-19 pandemic
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C
Zika virus
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D
Avian flu
21
Which international summit was hosted by the Philippines in the last two years, involving ASEAN leaders?
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A
APEC Summit
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B
ASEAN Summit
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C
G20 Summit
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D
UN General Assembly
22
What significant environmental concern has been highlighted in the Philippines in the last two years, related to marine life?
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A
Coral bleaching
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B
Plastic pollution
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C
Overfishing
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D
Droughts
23
Which historical commemoration or anniversary of a significant event in Philippine history was observed in the last two years?
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A
Centennial of EDSA Revolution
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B
125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence
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C
50th Anniversary of Martial Law Declaration
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D
None of the above
24
What technological advancement or digital initiative has seen increased adoption or development in the Philippines in the last two years?
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A
5G network expansion
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B
Online learning platforms
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C
Digital payment systems
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D
All of the above
25
Which Filipino artist gained significant international recognition in the last two years for their work?
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A
Fernando Amorsolo
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B
Juan Luna
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C
Arnel Patawaran
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D
Bencab
26
What significant agricultural development or issue has been prominent in the Philippines in the last two years?
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A
Rice shortage
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B
Drought affecting crops
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C
Government subsidies for farmers
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D
All of the above
27
Which of the following is a popular Filipino dessert?
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A
Tiramisu
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B
Leche Flan
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C
Crème brûlée
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D
Cheesecake
28
What is the highest governing body in the Philippines?
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A
Congress
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B
Supreme Court
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C
Office of the President
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D
National Assembly
29
Which island group is the largest in the Philippines?
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A
Visayas
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B
Mindanao
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C
Luzon
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D
Palawan
30
What is the traditional Filipino martial art known for its stick fighting techniques?
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A
Karate
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B
Taekwondo
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C
Arnis
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D
Judo
