REGION 1: ILOCOS
What are the FOUR PROVINCES in REGION 1?
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, Pangasinan
What is the capital of ILOCOS NORTE?
Laoag City
What is the capital of ILOCOS SUR?
Vigan City
What is the capital of LA UNION?
San Fernando City
What is the capital of PANGASINAN?
Lingayen
What are the CHARACTERISTICS commonly associated with ILOCANO PEOPLE?
Industrious, religious, thrifty, hardworking
Who was the 6TH PRESIDENT of the Philippines who originated from REGION 1?
Elpidio Rivera Quirino
Who served as the 10TH PRESIDENT of the Philippines who originated from REGION 1?
Ferdinand Emmanuel Edralin Marcos Sr.
Which president was the 12TH PRESIDENT of the Philippines who originated from REGION 1?
Fidel Valdez Ramos
Who is the 17TH PRESIDENT of the Philippines who originated from REGION 1?
Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr.
Which of the following are examples of WELL-KNOWN PLACES IN REGION 1?
Hundred Islands, Manaoag Church, Ma-Cho Temple, Calle Crisologo, Paoay Church
What is the title of the myth that includes THE GODS AND GODDESSES?
Dagiti Dios ken Diosas
Who is the god that can CONTROL ALL KINDS OF WEATHER in Dagiti Dios ken Diosas
Abra
Who is the WIFE of ABRA and the MOTHER of CABURAYAN in Dagiti Dios ken Diosas?
Lady Makiling
What is CABURAYAN known as?
Goddess of Healing
Who is the GOD OF HARVEST?
Anianihan
What is SAGUDAY the god of?
Wind
Who is the god of THUNDER and LIGHTNING?
Revenador
What does BULAN represent?
God of Peace and Calm
Where did ABRA, the OLD MAN, LIVE?
In the mountains at the edge of the river Abra
Who was IN LOVE with CABURAYAN, the GODDESS OF HEALING?
Anianihan
Why were Caburayan, Lady Makiling, and Anianihan AFRAID to TELL ABRA about their love?
They feared Abra’s disapproval and punishment
Who did ABRA WANT CABURAYAN to MARRY?
Saguday or Revenador
Who tried to COMFORT Abra after CABURAYAN was TAKEN AWAY?
Bulan
Who is the AUTHOR of the epic "LIFE OF LAM-ANG"?
Pedro Bukaneg
Who are the PARENTS of LAM-ANG?
Don Juan Panganiban and Namongan
Who KILLED LAM-ANG'S FATHER, DON JUAN PANGANIBAN?
The Igorots
What did LAM-ANG do after he FOUND OUT that his FATHER was BEHEADED?
He killed all the Igorots except one
What happened when LAM-ANG BATHED in the RIVER AFTER THE BATTLE?
The water turned black, killing all living creatures
Who was LAM-ANG’S RIVAL for INES KANNOYAN?
Sumarang
What happened when LAM-ANG’S ROOSTER CROWED in INES KANNOYAN'S HOUSE?
The house collapsed
What task did LAM-ANG NEED to COMPLETE AFTER MARRYING INES?
Catch the fish Rarang
Who GATHERED the BONES OF LAM-ANG AFTER he was SWALLOWED BY BERKAKAN?
Marcos the diver
What happened when LAM-ANG’S ROOSTER CROWED and his DOG GROWLED AFTER his BONES WERE GATHERED?
Lam-Ang came back to life
What is the title of the epic written by PEDRO BUKANEG?
Biag ni Lam-Ang
Who is the AUTHOR of "LIFE OF LAM-ANG"?
Pedro Bukaneg
What is the title of the SHORT STORY written by MANUEL E. ARGUILLA?
How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife
an EPIC poem by PEDRO BUKANEG, tells the story of Lam-ang, a boy born with extraordinary powers. After learning that his father was killed by the Igorots, Lam-ang sought revenge and slew them. Upon returning home, he heard of the beautiful Ines Kannoyan and decided to court her, impressing her and her family with his magical rooster and dog. Lam-ang married Ines after proving his wealth but was later swallowed by a giant fish as part of a local tradition. With the help of his rooster, dog, and a diver, Lam-ang's bones were recovered and he was resurrected, allowing him to live happily with Ines and their pets.
Biag ni Lam-ang
In MANUEL E. ARGUILLA’S short story, Leon brings his city-born wife, Maria, to his hometown of Nagrebcan to meet his family. Baldo, Leon's younger brother, narrates the story, observing Maria’s grace and patience throughout the journey. Along the way, Maria impresses Leon's family by showing her appreciation for the rural life and their traditions, despite the stark contrast with her urban upbringing. The story explores themes of adaptation, love, and the harmony between rural and city lifestyles. Ultimately, Maria’s acceptance of Leon’s way of life symbolizes her commitment to him and their future together.
How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife