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What is the term often used to refer to the durian fruit?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an environmental threat to the country?
What is the primary vision for the country's environment in the medium-term?
Which of the following vegetables is identified as a rare vegetable?
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Which human-caused environmental degradation issue is cited in the content?
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What approach is emphasized for environmental and natural resources management?
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Which of the following disasters is NOT particularly mentioned as a risk in the country?
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What principle is mentioned in relation to good governance in environmental management?
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What is considered a prominent value exhibited by Filipinos towards foreigners?
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Which phrase reflects how Filipino children often show respect to their elders?
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What is a key aspect of family life among Filipinos?
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What trait describes the willingness of Filipinos to share even when resources are limited?
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Which three geographical divisions categorize the islands of the Philippines?
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Filipinos' sense of respect is reflected in their interactions across which age group?
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Which of the following is NOT typically seen as a negative trait of Filipinos?
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What role does religion play in Filipino family life?
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What is the primary focus of Environmental Education Workshops in community immersion?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of Community IEC Campaigns?
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What role do stakeholders' representatives, such as from the women and youth sectors, have in environmental management?
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How does the family function within Filipino culture according to the content provided?
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Which characteristic distinguishes modern Filipino culture as described in the content?
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What aspect of environmental management is emphasized in workshops for local schools?
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What is a common issue related to marital status in Filipino culture?
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Which of the following does not describe the characteristics of Filipino hospitality?
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What does the color blue on the Philippine flag symbolize?
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How many rays does the sun on the Philippine flag have?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three groups of islands represented by the stars on the Philippine flag?
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Who designed the Philippine national flag?
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When was the current version of the Philippine flag reaffirmed?
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What does the red color on the Philippine flag represent?
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What is the meaning of 'Lupang Hinirang' in English?
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Which historical event did the Philippine national anthem first accompany?
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What should be done when the first note of the national anthem is heard during the flag-raising ceremony?
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Which of the following is prohibited according to the Flag and Heraldic Code?
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What is the requirement regarding the language of the national anthem?
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During the flag-raising ceremony, how should individuals in military uniforms respond to the anthem?
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Which of these actions is explicitly forbidden regarding the national flag?
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According to the Flag and Heraldic Code, which of the following is NOT a proper use of the flag?
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What happens to vehicles during the flag-raising ceremony when the anthem starts?
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What is required of all persons present during the flag-raising ceremony?
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Study Notes
Philippine Fruits and Vegetables
- Scaly atis, also known as sugar apple, is a fruit.
- Durian is a fruit, called "King of all Tropical Fruit."
- Jackfruit is a fruit.
- Calabasa, also known as squash, is a vegetable.
- Gabi is a root vegetable.
- Malunggay is a green leafy vegetable.
Environmental Resources in the Philippines
- The Philippines is known for having abundant natural resources.
- The country's environment and natural resources are under pressure due to development activities, population growth, poor environmental protection, and climate change.
- Medium-term goals include a healthy, balanced, productive, resilient environment for present and future generations.
- The approach to environmental management should be integrated, community-based, precautionary, and include sound environmental impact assessments and cost-benefit analyses.
- The principles of shared responsibility, good governance, participation, social and environmental justice, intergenerational equity, and gender equity are key to sustainability.
Major Environmental Challenges
- The Philippines experiences natural disasters, including typhoons, floods, landslides, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and tsunamis.
- Human-caused environmental degradation is severe, driven by population growth, agricultural land loss, deforestation, soil erosion, air and water pollution, improper waste disposal, coral reef damage, coastal resource mismanagement, and overfishing.
Community Immersion Program
- The program includes immersion and research on community's sociographic and psychographic profile, interaction with women, youth, and local officials, environmental education workshops and lessons, biodiversity exploration, stakeholder skills evaluation, and assessment of environmental awareness levels.
Environmental Management Capacity Building
- Community IEC campaigns involve development and distribution of environmental campaign materials, flyers, and posters.
- Workshops focus on household solid waste management, ordinance creation for local officials, and establishment of Materials Recovery Facilities in schools and communities.
- Training for teachers includes Project Leaming Tree, Water Education, Watershed Box, and Ecological Solid Waste Management.
Philippine Culture
- The Philippines exhibits a blend of Eastern and Western influences, shaped by Chinese, Spanish, and American history.
- Filipinos are hospitable, especially to Western visitors.
- They value family and have strong ties, with divorce prohibited and annulments rare.
- The family serves as a safety net for individuals, especially during difficult times.
- Children often live with parents into adulthood, leaving only after marriage.
Philippine Language and Traits
- The Philippines is an archipelago in Southeast Asia, situated in the western Pacific Ocean.
- It consists of approximately 7,641 islands, categorized into Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
- Filipinos exhibit diverse values and traits, with strong emphasis on hospitality, respect, family ties, generosity, and helpfulness.
Philippine Flag
- The official name is Pambansang Watawat, meaning "National Flag."
- The flag is used as both the national flag and ensign.
- The proportions are 1:2.
- It was adopted on June 12, 1898 (original version), with the current version reaffirmed on February 12, 1998.
- Designed by Emilio Aguinaldo:
- Horizontal bicolor of blue and red.
- White equilateral triangle at the hoist with three gold stars and an eight-rayed gold sun.
- Blue represents sacrifice for freedom.
- Red represents courage and patriotism.
- The three stars represent the three main island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
- Eight sun rays represent the eight provinces that led the original anti-Spanish revolt: Manila, Batangas, Cavite, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Laguna, Tarlac, and Pampanga.
Philippine National Anthem
- The national anthem is called Lupang Hinirang (Tagalog for "Chosen Land").
- The music was composed by Julian Felipe in 1898.
- Lyrics were adapted from the Spanish poem "Filipinas" by José Palma in 1899.
- Originally instrumental, it became the anthem of the First Philippine Republic and played during the proclamation of independence on June 12, 1898.
Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines (RA No. 8491)
- Section 21: During flag-raising ceremonies, the assembly stands facing the flag. Everyone comes to attention at the first anthem note, vehicles stop, and participants place their right palms over their chests. Hats are removed, and military personnel give a prescribed salute.
- Section 36: The National Anthem must always be sung in the national language, both within and outside the Philippines.
- Section 34: Prohibited acts regarding the flag:
- Mutilation, defacement, defilement, trampling, or casting contempt upon the flag. Dipping the flag to any person or object as a salute. Use of the flag as drapery, tablecloth, ceiling or wall covering, vehicle pennant, staff, whip, unveiling tool, or trademark/label. Displaying the flag: under a painting, horizontally face-up, below a platform, or in frivolous locations like nightclubs. Wearing the flag as a costume or uniform.
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Explore the diverse fruits and vegetables of the Philippines, including unique varieties like scaly atis and durian. Additionally, examine the environmental resources and challenges facing the country, identifying the need for sustainable management practices to preserve its natural wealth for future generations.
