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Which region in the Philippines is known as the National Capital Region (NCR)?
Which region in the Philippines is known as the National Capital Region (NCR)?
- Region without any province (correct)
- Region with multiple provinces
- Region with the most provinces
- Region located in the south
How many local government units (LGUs) make up the National Capital Region (NCR)?
How many local government units (LGUs) make up the National Capital Region (NCR)?
- 10 LGUs
- 25 LGUs
- 15 LGUs (correct)
- 20 LGUs
Which body governs each city or municipality in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
Which body governs each city or municipality in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
- Mayor (correct)
- Governor
- Congress
- City Council
Which province borders the National Capital Region (NCR) to the north?
Which province borders the National Capital Region (NCR) to the north?
Which city is the largest in terms of land area in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
Which city is the largest in terms of land area in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
What type of climate does the National Capital Region (NCR) experience?
What type of climate does the National Capital Region (NCR) experience?
What is Sapin-Sapin made of?
What is Sapin-Sapin made of?
What gives Putong Pulo its reddish-brown color?
What gives Putong Pulo its reddish-brown color?
What is Balut?
What is Balut?
What is the main protein in Chicken Sotanghon?
What is the main protein in Chicken Sotanghon?
What thickens the sauce in Kare-Kare?
What thickens the sauce in Kare-Kare?
What is included in Lomi besides noodles?
What is included in Lomi besides noodles?
What is the main ingredient in the Filipino dish 'Ukoy'?
What is the main ingredient in the Filipino dish 'Ukoy'?
Which street food is typically made of ground pork wrapped in bean curd sheets?
Which street food is typically made of ground pork wrapped in bean curd sheets?
What is 'Tokneneng' made from?
What is 'Tokneneng' made from?
Which dish is typically a stir-fried noodle dish topped with shrimp, egg, and chicharon?
Which dish is typically a stir-fried noodle dish topped with shrimp, egg, and chicharon?
Which Filipino dish consists of bananas and jackfruit rolled in a spring roll wrapper and deep-fried?
Which Filipino dish consists of bananas and jackfruit rolled in a spring roll wrapper and deep-fried?
'Kwek-Kwek' and 'Tokneneng' are typically sold by street vendors pushing carts equipped with what?
'Kwek-Kwek' and 'Tokneneng' are typically sold by street vendors pushing carts equipped with what?
Which type of crops occupy the land for a period of time without needing to be replanted after each harvest?
Which type of crops occupy the land for a period of time without needing to be replanted after each harvest?
What are examples of temporary crops grown in the region?
What are examples of temporary crops grown in the region?
Which livestock is mentioned as part of their livelihood?
Which livestock is mentioned as part of their livelihood?
Where did the new flavors and ingredients in Fil-Hispanic food come from?
Where did the new flavors and ingredients in Fil-Hispanic food come from?
Which dish is described as a mixture of local and foreign elements?
Which dish is described as a mixture of local and foreign elements?
What was one of the main sources of livelihood for the residents mentioned?
What was one of the main sources of livelihood for the residents mentioned?
Study Notes
National Capital Region (NCR) Overview
- The National Capital Region (NCR) is located in Luzon, Philippines.
- NCR comprises 16 local government units (LGUs).
- Each city or municipality in NCR is governed by its local government unit (LGU).
- Bulacan province borders NCR to the north.
- Quezon City is the largest city by land area within NCR.
- NCR experiences a tropical savanna climate.
Traditional Filipino Dishes
- Sapin-Sapin: A layered dessert made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar.
- Putong Pulo: A rice cake that gets its reddish-brown color from the addition of annatto seeds.
- Balut: A fertilized duck egg with a developing embryo, commonly sold as street food.
- Chicken Sotanghon: A noodle soup where the main protein is chicken.
- Kare-Kare: A stew thickened with ground peanuts, often using oxtail or tripe.
- Lomi: A noodle dish that includes vegetables, meat, and is not just limited to noodles.
- Ukoy: A Filipino fritter that primarily features shrimp as the main ingredient.
- Street Food:
- Kwek-Kwek: Quail eggs coated in orange batter and deep-fried.
- Tokneneng: A variation of Kwek-Kwek made from chicken eggs.
Culinary Insights
- Stir-fried noodle dish topped with shrimp, egg, and chicharon is typically called Pancit Canton.
- A dessert made of bananas and jackfruit rolled in a spring roll wrapper and deep-fried is known as Turon.
- Street vendors selling 'Kwek-Kwek' and 'Tokneneng' often use carts equipped with frying stations and condiments.
Agriculture and Livestock
- Perennial crops: Crops that occupy land for extended periods without replanting are known as such.
- Temporary crops: Examples include rice and vegetables cultivated seasonally.
- Livestock mentioned includes chickens, often raised for egg production.
Historical Culinary Influences
- New flavors and ingredients in Fil-Hispanic cuisine originated from a blend of indigenous and foreign cultures.
- Dishes characterized by a fusion of local and international elements reflect the rich culinary history of the Philippines.
- One of the main sources of livelihood for residents includes agriculture and selling street food.
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Test your knowledge on the geographical boundary of the National Capital Region (NCR), the capital region of the Philippines. Learn about the 17 local government units and the unique administrative setup of NCR.
