NCR Geographical Boundary Quiz

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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)?

10 LGUs

25 LGUs

15 LGUs (correct)

20 LGUs

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?

Bulacan Signup and view all the answers

Which city is the largest in terms of land area in the National Capital Region (NCR)?

Quezon City Signup and view all the answers

What type of climate does the National Capital Region (NCR) experience?

Tropical Monsoon Climate Signup and view all the answers

What is Sapin-Sapin made of?

Rice flour, coconut milk, sugar, water, and coconut flakes Signup and view all the answers

What gives Putong Pulo its reddish-brown color?

Achuete Signup and view all the answers

What is Balut?

A duck egg with developing bird embryo Signup and view all the answers

What is the main protein in Chicken Sotanghon?

Chicken Signup and view all the answers

What thickens the sauce in Kare-Kare?

Peanut butter Signup and view all the answers

What is included in Lomi besides noodles?

Meat or seafoods, liver, eggs, and vegetables Signup and view all the answers

What is the main ingredient in the Filipino dish 'Ukoy'?

Shrimp Signup and view all the answers

Which street food is typically made of ground pork wrapped in bean curd sheets?

Kwek-Kwek Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Tokneneng' made from?

Quail eggs Signup and view all the answers

Which dish is typically a stir-fried noodle dish topped with shrimp, egg, and chicharon?

Pancit Malabon Signup and view all the answers

Which Filipino dish consists of bananas and jackfruit rolled in a spring roll wrapper and deep-fried?

Turon Signup and view all the answers

'Kwek-Kwek' and 'Tokneneng' are typically sold by street vendors pushing carts equipped with what?

Deep frying woks Signup and view all the answers

Which type of crops occupy the land for a period of time without needing to be replanted after each harvest?

Coconut and banana Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of temporary crops grown in the region?

Palay and corn Signup and view all the answers

Which livestock is mentioned as part of their livelihood?

Hogs and cattle Signup and view all the answers

Where did the new flavors and ingredients in Fil-Hispanic food come from?

European sources Signup and view all the answers

Which dish is described as a mixture of local and foreign elements?

Paella Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main sources of livelihood for the residents mentioned?

Fishing Signup and view all the answers

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.