125th Philippine Independence

When did the Philippines declare its independence from Spain?

• June 12, 1896

• June 12, 1897

• June 12, 1898

• June 12, 1899

Which Philippine president signed the law declaring June 12th as the country's Independence Day?

• Carlos P. Garcia

• Diosdado Macapagal

• Elpidio Quirino

• Ramon Magsaysay

Who was the first President of the Philippines after independence was declared?

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Manuel L. Quezon

• Diosdado Macapagal

• Jose P. Laurel

What is the name of the document that contains the text of the Philippine declaration of independence?

• Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia las Islas Filipinas

• Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia Filipino

• Acta de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino

• Acta de la Proclamacion de la Independencia del Pueblo Filipino

Who composed the Philippine national anthem, "Lupang Hinirang"?

 

• Jose Palma

• Julian Felipe

• Marcela Agoncillo

• Nicanor Abelardo

Who designed the Philippine flag?

• Marcela Agoncillo

• Emilio Aguinaldo

• Nicanor Abelardo

• Jose Palma

Which Philippine national hero is known for leading the Katipunan, a secret society that fought for independence?

• Juan Luna

• Garbiela Silang

• Andres Bonifacio

• Dr. Jose Rizal

Who was the first American governor-general of the Philippines?

• Theodore Roosevelt

• William Howard Taft

• William McKinley

• Woodrow Wilson

What is the name of the historic site where the Philippine declaration of independence was first read to the public?

• Kawit, Cavite

• Tanza, Cavite

• Imus, Cavite

• Bacoor, Cavite

What is the name of the famous battle that occurred during the Philippine-American War, where Filipino forces were defeated by American troops?

• Battle of Manila

• Battle of Balangiga

• Battle of Tirad Pass

• Siege of Catubig