Origin of the Philippines

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What event about 25,000 years ago led to the flooding of land bridges connecting Asia and the Philippines?

Ice Age (correct)

Earthquake

Tsunami

Volcanic eruption

Where is the Philippines located in terms of latitude and longitude?

Between latitudes 0°N and longitudes 90°E and 180°E

Between latitudes 30°N and longitudes 60°E and 70°E

Between latitudes 10°S and longitudes 150°E and 160°E

Between latitudes 4°23'N and longitudes 116°E and 127°E (correct)

Why is the Philippine location considered important?

It has the largest land area in Southeast Asia

It is located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere

It is the bridge that links the Occidental and Oriental worlds (correct)

It is known for its oil reserves

How does the Philippines differ from other nations in Asia in terms of governance?

It is the bastion of democracy in Asia Signup and view all the answers

What geographical feature makes the Philippines one of the world's largest archipelagos?

Having 7,107 islands Signup and view all the answers

What are the two distinct seasons in the Philippines?

Dry season and Wet season Signup and view all the answers

Which month is typically the coldest in the Philippines?

January Signup and view all the answers

What percentage range does the humidity in the Philippines usually fall within?

71-85 percent Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important factor influencing the climate of the Philippines?

Rainfall Signup and view all the answers

Where does the Philippines sit, making it prone to natural calamities?

Pacific Ring of Fire Signup and view all the answers

What is a Typhoon known as in English?

Hurricane Signup and view all the answers

During which months do most Typhoons hit the Philippines?

June to October Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical feature is considered as one of the largest lake in the Philippines?

Laguna de Bay Signup and view all the answers

Which months do most rainy days occur in the Philippines?

July to October Signup and view all the answers

Origin of the Philippines

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