What is the capital of the Philippines?
AnswerManila
Manila is the capital; Quezon City is the most populous city.
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7 fact-checked facts about the Filipino language, Philippine culture and geography, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
Which Filipino classic is meat braised in vinegar, soy sauce and garlic?
AnswerAdobo
Adobo is one of the best-known Filipino dishes.
Going deeper
The national language Filipino is based mainly on which language?
AnswerTagalog
Filipino is a standardized form of Tagalog.
What is a jeepney?
AnswerAn iconic, colorful form of public transport
Jeepneys descend from surplus US military jeeps after WWII.
Mayon Volcano is famous for what?
AnswerIts near-perfect cone shape
Mayon, in Albay province, is known for its symmetrical cone.
Expert level
In what year did Ferdinand Magellan's expedition reach the Philippines?
Answer1521
Magellan's fleet arrived in 1521.
In Filipino, what does adding 'po' to a sentence show?
AnswerRespect or politeness
Po is used to show respect, especially toward elders.
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