Japanese Occupation of the Philippines Quiz

When did Japan invade the Philippines during World War II?

• December 7, 1941

• December 9, 1941

• December 10, 1941

• December 8, 1941

What was the name of the guerrilla army formed to fight the Japanese in the Philippines?

• HUKBALAHAP

• KALIBAPI

• MAKAPILI

• HUks

Who was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court by the Philippine Executive Commission?

• Benigno Aquino, Sr.

• Antonio de las Alas

• Jose Yulo

• Jose P. Laurel

When was the new constitution for the Second Republic of the Philippines finalized?

• September 1, 1943

• July 10, 1943

• August 15, 1943

• October 14, 1943

Who famously declared 'I have Returned' upon landing in Leyte during the liberation of the Philippines?

• Benigno Aquino Sr.

• Sergio Osmeña

• Douglas MacArthur

• Manuel L. Quezon

Where did the Japanese forces retreat to establish a jungle battlefront during the liberation of the Philippines?

• Corregidor

• Leyte

• Bataan

• Sierra Madre Mountains

What was the purpose of the Preparatory Commission for Philippine Independence (PCPI)?

• To negotiate with the Japanese

• To establish a new political party

• To draw up a constitution for a free Philippines

• To elect a new President

Who was chosen as the Leader of the Hukbong Bayan Laban sa mga Hapon (HUKBALAHAP) guerrilla group?

• Manuel Quezon

• Castro Alejandrino

• Luis Taruc

• Juan Feleo

Which city was declared an open city by General Douglas MacArthur to avoid destruction?

• Corregidor

• Leyte

• Manila

• Bataan

Who was elected as the President of the Second Republic of the Philippines?

• Jose P. Laurel

• Benigno Aquino Sr.

• Manuel L. Quezon

• Sergio Osmeña