| Science |
200 |
Theories |
What is the chemical symbol for water? |
A) H2O |
| Water is composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, giving it the chemical formula H2O. |
| Science |
400 |
Celestial Bodies |
Which planet is known as the Red Planet? |
C) Mars |
| Mars is called the Red Planet due to iron oxide (rust) on its surface, giving it a reddish appearance. |
| Science |
600 |
Elements |
What is the atomic number of carbon? |
B) 6 |
| Carbon has an atomic number of 6, meaning it has 6 protons in its nucleus. |
| Science |
800 |
Inventions |
Who developed the theory of general relativity? |
C) Albert Einstein |
| Albert Einstein published his theory of general relativity in 1915, revolutionizing our understanding of gravity. |
| Science |
1000 |
Experiments |
What particle was discovered at CERN in 2012 that confirms the mechanism of mass? |
B) Higgs boson |
| The Higgs boson, predicted by Peter Higgs in 1964, was discovered at CERN's Large Hadron Collider in 2012. |
| Geography |
200 |
Capitals |
What is the capital of France? |
C) Paris |
| Paris has been the capital of France since the 12th century and is one of the most visited cities in the world. |
| Geography |
400 |
Mountains |
What is the tallest mountain in the world? |
C) Mount Everest |
| Mount Everest stands at 8,849 meters (29,032 feet) above sea level, making it the highest mountain on Earth. |
| Geography |
600 |
Rivers |
Which river is the longest in the world? |
B) Nile River |
| The Nile River in Africa is approximately 6,650 km long, making it the longest river in the world. |
| Geography |
800 |
Oceans |
What is the deepest point in the world's oceans? |
C) Mariana Trench |
| The Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean reaches a depth of about 11,000 meters (36,000 feet) at Challenger Deep. |
| Geography |
1000 |
Capitals |
What is the capital city of the Philippines? |
B) Manila |
| Manila is the capital city of the Philippines, located on the island of Luzon. While Quezon City is the largest city by population and was the capital from 1948 to 1976, Manila remains the official capital and is the center of government and commerce. |
| Arts |
200 |
Artworks |
Who painted the Mona Lisa? |
B) Leonardo da Vinci |
| Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa in the early 16th century, and it now hangs in the Louvre Museum in Paris. |
| Arts |
400 |
Musicians |
Which composer wrote the famous 'Moonlight Sonata'? |
C) Ludwig van Beethoven |
| Beethoven composed the Piano Sonata No. 14, commonly known as the 'Moonlight Sonata', in 1801. |
| Arts |
600 |
Musicians |
Who is the Filipino composer known as the 'Father of Kundiman' and composed the famous piece 'Jocelynang Baliwag'? |
B) Francisco Santiago |
| Francisco Santiago (1889-1947) is widely regarded as the 'Father of Kundiman' for his significant contributions to this traditional Filipino art song form. He composed numerous kundiman pieces that became classics in Philippine music. |
| Arts |
800 |
Museums |
Which museum in Manila houses the largest collection of paintings by Filipino national artist Juan Luna, including 'The Parisian Life'? |
A) National Museum of Fine Arts |
| The National Museum of Fine Arts in Manila is home to the most extensive collection of Juan Luna's works, including masterpieces like 'The Parisian Life' and 'España y Filipinas'. The museum is housed in the former Legislative Building. |
| Arts |
1000 |
Styles |
What traditional Filipino art form involves carving intricate designs on wood, particularly seen in the Maranao 'okir' and Ifugao sculptures? |
C) Wood carving |
| Wood carving is a highly developed traditional Filipino art form, with distinct regional styles. The Maranao people's 'okir' features flowing, curvilinear designs, while Ifugao wood sculptures often depict ancestral figures called 'bulul'. These carvings reflect the rich indigenous artistic heritage of the Philippines. |
| Literature |
200 |
Titles |
Who wrote 'Romeo and Juliet'? |
B) William Shakespeare |
| William Shakespeare wrote the tragic play 'Romeo and Juliet' in the 1590s, one of his most famous works. |
| Literature |
400 |
Characters |
In which novel does the character Sherlock Holmes first appear? |
B) A Study in Scarlet |
| Sherlock Holmes first appeared in Arthur Conan Doyle's novel 'A Study in Scarlet', published in 1887. |
| Literature |
600 |
Titles |
What is the title of Jose Rizal's second novel, which depicted the darker side of Spanish colonial rule and was more radical than his first? |
B) El Filibusterismo |
| El Filibusterismo (The Reign of Greed) is Jose Rizal's second novel, published in 1891. It is the sequel to Noli Me Tangere and presents a darker, more revolutionary tone, depicting the corruption and abuses during Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines. |
| Literature |
800 |
Characters |
Who is the main female character in Jose Rizal's 'Noli Me Tangere' who represents purity and is the love interest of Crisostomo Ibarra? |
C) Maria Clara |
| Maria Clara is the principal female character in Noli Me Tangere, portrayed as the epitome of Filipino feminine virtue and beauty. She is the childhood sweetheart of the protagonist Crisostomo Ibarra and has become an iconic figure in Philippine literature. |
| Literature |
1000 |
Publication |
In what year was Nick Joaquin's novel 'The Woman Who Had Two Navels' first published? |
C) 1961 |
| Nick Joaquin's 'The Woman Who Had Two Navels' was first published in 1961. It is considered one of the first major Philippine novels written in English and explores themes of identity, history, and the Filipino psyche in the post-colonial era. |
| Sports |
200 |
Championships |
How many players are on a soccer team on the field during a match? |
C) 11 |
| Each soccer team has 11 players on the field during a match, including the goalkeeper. |
| Sports |
400 |
Records |
In which sport would you perform a 'slam dunk'? |
B) Basketball |
| A slam dunk is a basketball shot where a player jumps and forcefully puts the ball through the hoop. |
| Sports |
600 |
Teams |
Which Philippine basketball team is known as the 'Gin Kings' and has won multiple PBA championships? |
C) Barangay Ginebra San Miguel |
| Barangay Ginebra San Miguel, popularly known as the 'Gin Kings', is one of the most popular teams in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). The team has a massive fan base called 'Never Say Die' and has won numerous PBA championships since its founding. |
| Sports |
800 |
Championships |
In what year did the Philippines host the Southeast Asian Games where it won the overall championship with the most gold medals? |
C) 2019 |
| The Philippines hosted the 30th Southeast Asian Games in 2019 and won the overall championship with 149 gold medals, the most in the country's SEA Games history. The event was held across various venues in Metro Manila, Clark, and Subic. |
| Sports |
1000 |
Venues |
What is the name of the national stadium in Manila that hosted the 1954 Asian Games and numerous boxing matches including the 'Thrilla in Manila'? |
B) Araneta Coliseum |
| The Araneta Coliseum, also known as 'The Big Dome', is a historic indoor arena in Quezon City. It hosted the famous 'Thrilla in Manila' boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in 1975, and has been a premier venue for sports and entertainment since its opening in 1960. |