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?

<p>It is the bastion of democracy in Asia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Having 7,107 islands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two distinct seasons in the Philippines?

<p>Dry season and Wet season (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which month is typically the coldest in the Philippines?

<p>January (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>71-85 percent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Rainfall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Pacific Ring of Fire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Typhoon known as in English?

<p>Hurricane (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which months do most Typhoons hit the Philippines?

<p>June to October (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Laguna de Bay (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which months do most rainy days occur in the Philippines?

<p>July to October (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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