Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

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Where is the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) located?

  • Western Mindanao
  • Southern Luzon
  • Eastern Visayas
  • Central Cordillera Mountain Range of Northern Luzon (correct)

In what year was the Cordillera Administrative Region created?

  • 1997
  • 1987 (correct)
  • 1977
  • 2007

Who issued the Executive Order that created the Cordillera Administrative Region?

  • Ferdinand Marcos
  • Corazon C. Aquino (correct)
  • Rodrigo Duterte
  • Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

What is the collective name for ethnic groups inhabiting the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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Which of the following is the regional capital of the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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Which province is NOT part of the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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What is La Trinidad Valley in Benguet known for?

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Why did the Cordillerans carve terraces along the mountainsides?

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Which of these landmarks is found in the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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What is a significant factor contributing to the cool climate in the Cordillera region?

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During which months does the Cordillera Administrative Region experience a short dry season?

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What is the Cordillera Administrative Region known as?

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What is the main industry in the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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Which of the following is a primary crop in Benguet and Mountain Province?

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Which of these crops is commonly planted in the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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Which of the following vegetables is commonly grown in the Cordillera region?

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Which of the following fruits is a known product of La Trinidad Valley?

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What type of climate does the Cordillera Administrative Region have?

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What landform is characteristic of most provinces in the Cordillera Administrative Region?

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Which of the following vegetables are planted in the CAR region?

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Flashcards

CAR Location

Located within the central Cordillera Mountain Range of Northern Luzon.

CAR Creation

Created in 1987 by President Corazon C. Aquino.

CAR's Unique Feature

The only land-locked region in the Philippines, home to the Igorot people.

Baguio City

The regional capital of the Cordillera Administrative Region.

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CAR Provinces

Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province.

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La Trinidad Valley

Known for strawberries, flowers, fruits, and vegetables.

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Cordillera Farming

Terraces carved along mountainsides due to limited flat lands.

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CAR Climate

Cool and relaxing due to its high elevation.

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CAR Seasons

Short dry season (Nov-Apr), wet season the rest of year.

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La Trinidad Valley Nickname

The 'Salad Bowl of the Philippines'.

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Major CAR Crops

Potatoes, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, coffee, corn, tomatoes, broccoli, beans, celery, lettuce, and strawberries.

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Banaue Rice Terraces

World-famous terraces created by the people of CAR.

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Study Notes

  • Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) is in the central Cordillera Mountain Range of Northern Luzon.
  • Executive Order Number 220 created the region in 1987.
  • Pres. Corazon C. Aquino issued the order.
  • "Igorot" refers to the ethnic groups residing in the region.
  • This is the only land-locked region in the country.
  • Baguio City is the regional capital.
  • Provinces include Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province.
  • Most of the provinces are in mountainous areas.
  • La Trinidad Valley of Benguet is known for strawberries, flowers, fruits, and vegetables.
  • Cordillerans carved terraces along mountainsides for farming due to limited flat lands.
  • Banaue Rice Terraces have been with the people of CAR for many years.
  • The region has a cool climate due to its elevated location.
  • Many tourists come to the area during the hottest months of the year.
  • The region experiences a short dry season from November to April.
  • La Trinidad Valley is known as the "Salad Bowl of the Philippines".
  • Farming is the main industry in the region.
  • Planting crops is the main livelihood source, especially in Benguet and Mountain Province.
  • Main crops planted include potatoes, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, coffee, corn, tomatoes, broccoli, beans, celery, lettuce, and strawberries.

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