TH2205 Regions of the Philippines: Territorial Subdivisions
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What is the responsibility of local police agencies in the autonomous regions of Muslim Mindanao and the Cordilleras?

  • Defense and security
  • Preservation of peace and order (correct)
  • Economic development
  • Legislative functions

    • How many regions is the Philippines subdivided into as of October 2022?

  • 18
  • 17 (correct)
  • 15
  • 20

    • Which region in the Philippines includes the capital city of Manila?

  • Region II
  • National Capital Region (NCR) (correct)
  • Region V
  • Region VI

    • How many cities are there in the Philippines, according to the provided text?

    <p>146 cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the National Government regarding the defense and security of the autonomous regions in Muslim Mindanao and the Cordilleras?

    <p>Defense and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is recognized as an administrative region occupying the central section of Luzon in the Philippines?

    <p>National Capital Region (NCR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the territorial and political subdivisions of the Republic of the Philippines?

    <p>Provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the 1987 Constitution, where can autonomous regions be found in the Philippines?

    <p>Muslim Mindanao and the Cordilleras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of enacting a local government code according to Section 3?

    <p>To provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who exercises general supervision over local governments as stated in Section 4?

    <p>The President of the Philippines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What level of government ensures that component units are acting within their prescribed powers?

    <p>Provinces with respect to component cities and municipalities, and cities and municipalities with respect to component barangays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Congress need to do according to Section 3 of the Constitution?

    <p>Enact a local government code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river system in the region is a rich food source, provides potable water, and is used for energy production?

    <p>Rio Grande de Mindanao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province in the region is known for Lake Sebu and cultural villages?

    <p>Cotabato</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group is NOT mentioned as inhabiting the region?

    <p>Igorot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language is the most spoken in the region?

    <p>Cebuano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous tourist destination in the region is known as the 'Surfing Capital of the Philippines'?

    <p>Siargao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region does NOT directly border the region being described?

    <p>Sulu Sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which volcano in the Philippines is known for its perfect conical shape and being the most active in the country?

    <p>Mayon Volcano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in the Philippines is known for the annual Ati-Atihan Festival?

    <p>Western Visayas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the official dialects in Albay province?

    <p>Bikol and Filipino</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province is known for housing the Cagsawa Ruins?

    <p>Albay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which island in Aklan is hailed as the 'Beach Capital of the Philippines'?

    <p>Boracay Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which church in Iloilo is a famous tourist attraction in the Western Visayas region?

    <p>Miagao Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in the Philippines is known as the 'Rice Granary of the Philippines'?

    <p>Region III - Central Luzon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Clark International Airport located?

    <p>Pampanga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dialect is predominantly spoken by people in Pampanga and Tarlac?

    <p>Kapampangan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the picturesque beaches and Mt. Samat located in Region III?

    <p>Bataan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which province in Region IV-A - CALABARZON is just south and east of Metro Manila?

    <p>Cavite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region of the Philippines is Zambales located?

    <p>Region III - Central Luzon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Territorial and Political Subdivisions of the Philippines

    • The Philippines is divided into provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays according to the 1987 Constitution.
    • Autonomous regions in Muslim Mindanao and the Cordilleras are also established.
    • The Congress shall enact a local government code to provide for a more responsive and accountable local government structure.

    Region XII – Soccsksargen

    • The region is composed of four provinces: South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, and one city: General Santos City.
    • The region has extensive coastlines, valleys, and mountain ranges.
    • The Rio Grande de Mindanao river system is a rich food source, potable water, and energy production.
    • Tourist spots in the region include Lake Sebu, cultural villages, old Mosques, and shrines.

    Region XIII – Caraga

    • The region is bounded by Butuan Bay, Surigao Strait, and Bohol Sea on the north and the Philippine Sea on the east.
    • The majority of the region's inhabitants are of Visayan lineage.
    • Ethnic groups in the region include the Manobo, Mamanwa, Banwaon, Kamayo, Higa-onon, Umayamnon, and Kalagan.
    • Cebuano is the most spoken dialect, followed by Surigaonon.
    • Tourist spots in the region include Siargao, Tinuy-an Falls, and the Naked, Daku, and Guyam Islands.

    Other Regions

    • The Philippines is subdivided into 17 regions: 8 in Luzon, 3 in the Visayas, and 6 in Mindanao.
    • The country has 82 provinces, 146 cities, 1,488 municipalities, and numerous barangays.
    • The National Capital Region (NCR) is an administrative region in the Philippines, occupying the central section of Luzon.
    • The Mayon Volcano in Albay province is the most prominent volcano in the region.

    Region V – Bicol

    • The region is famous for its perfect conical shape and is the most active volcano in the Philippines.
    • Bikol and Filipino are the official dialects, although English is widely used in business transactions.
    • Tourist attractions in the region include the Mayon Volcano, Cagsawa Ruins, and Caramoan Islands.

    Region VI – Western Visayas

    • The region is located in the western section of the Visayas.
    • Numerous dialects are spoken in the region, such as Kinaray-a, Hiligaynon, and Aklanon.
    • The region is known for its annual Ati-Atihan Festival in Kalibo, Aklan.
    • Tourist destinations in the region include Boracay Island, Miagao Church, Baybay Beach, and San Sebastian Cathedral.

    Region III – Central Luzon

    • The region contains the largest plain in the country and produces most of the country's rice supply.
    • More than half of the population in the region speaks Tagalog.
    • Kapampangan is the next most spoken dialect in the region.
    • The Clark International Airport is located within this region.
    • Tourist attractions in the region include the home of former President Manuel L. Quezon, picturesque beaches in Aurora, Mt. Samat, and Mt. Arayat National Park.

    Region IV-A – CALABARZON

    • The region is located in southwestern Luzon, just south and east of Metro Manila.

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    Learn about the territorial and political subdivisions of the Philippines according to Section 1, Article X of the 1987 Constitution. Understand the roles of provinces, cities, municipalities, and barangays, as well as the autonomous regions in Muslim Mindanao and the Cordilleras.

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