02. TAPP Questions and Answers Graded A+
c. A coffin with a cross
The Manila City Hall, where the Mayor of Manila holds office, was originally intended to be part of a national government center envisioned by Daniel Burnham in the 1930's. Although the dream was not fully implemented, some buildin...
02. TAPP Questions and Answers
Graded A+
c. A coffin with a cross - answer The Manila City Hall, where the Mayor of Manila
holds office, was originally intended to be part of a national government center
envisioned by Daniel Burnham in the 1930's. Although the dream was not fully
implemented, some buildings for the proposed government center were built, including
the old legislative building, and the agriculture and finance buildings. Its clock tower is
said to be the biggest in the country.
When viewed from above, what does it resemble?
a. A cross
b. A shoe
c. A coffin with a cross
d. A Duck's Bill
a. Antonio Toledo - answer Who was the architect of the Manila City Hall?
a. Antonio Toledo
b. Juan Arellano
c. Ralph Harrington Doane
d. Daniel Burnham
b. 1773 - answer Regarded as one of the most visited old churches in the
Philippines, this church serves as one of the major churches in the province of Albay. It
is also known as Our Lady of the gate Parish Church and was established in by a group
of Franciscan priests. The church was made mostly of volcanic stones and its massive
structure with belfry on one side and convent on the other side was built based on a
Baroque-Rococo structure with Spanish influence.
In 1854, the church was then dedicated to the new patron, the Nuestra Senora De La
Porteria. The church was then used by the Japanese as their HQ and was damaged
during the war in 1945. It was reconstructed in 1971 to 1973 and they made sure that
the unscathed stones still exists and renovated only the damaged areas.
When was it built?
a. 1673
b. 1773
c. 1763
d. 1736
c. Daraga Church - answer Regarded as one of the most visited old churches in the
Philippines, this church serves as one of the major churches in the province of Albay. It
is also known as Our Lady of the gate Parish Church and was established in by a group
of Franciscan priests. The church was made mostly of volcanic stones and its massive
,structure with belfry on one side and convent on the other side was built based on a
Baroque-Rococo structure with Spanish influence.
In 1854, the church was then dedicated to the new patron, the Nuestra Senora De La
Porteria. The church was then dedicated to the new patron, the Nuesta Senora de la
Porteria.The church was then used by the Japanese as their HQ and was damaged
during the war in 1945. It was reconstructed in 1971 to 1973 and they made sure that
the unscathed stones still exists and renovated only the damaged areas.
This Church is also called:
a. Albay Church
b. Cagsawa Church
c. Daraga Church
d. Barcelona Church
b. Fernando H. Ocampo - answer The Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of
the Immaculate Conception (Manila Cathedral) serves as the episcopal seat of the
Archbishop of Manila. It was originally a parish church under the Archdiocese of Mexico
in 1571, until it became a separate diocese on 06 February 1579. The structure has
been destroyed several times by both natural and man-made calamities.
The present cathedral was constructed under the supervision of which architect?
a. Rofino J. Cardinal Santos
b. Fernando H. Ocampo
c. Juan Arellano
d. Juan Nakpil
c. Recio + Casas - answer This architectural firm was established at Hong Kong in
October 1988 by young architects who had their diversified practice under HK's top
architectural firms from 1976-1988. In 1990, a Philippine office was opened and it wasn't
long before they became prominent architects here. Some of their notable projects are
the Philippine Plaza, ABS-CBN Complex, Kingswood Gardens, One and Two Lafeyette
Square, Salcedo Park and the Pacific Plaza Towers. In 1997, the firm was awarded the
prestigious title of firm of the year by the Philippine Institute of Architects.
What was the firm called?
a. Palafox and Architects
b. Manosa Brothers
c. Recio + Casas
d. GF and Partners
c. Jose Pedro Recio - answer This architectural firm was established at Hong Kong
in October 1988 by young architects who had their diversified practice under HK's top
architectural firms from 1976-1988. In 1990, a Philippine office was opened and it wasn't
long before they became prominent architects here. Some of their notable projects are
the Philippine Plaza, ABS-CBN Complex, Kingswood Gardens, One and Two Lafeyette
, Square, Salcedo Park and the Pacific Plaza Towers. In 1997, the firm was awarded the
prestigious title of firm of the year by the Philippine Institute of Architects.
After 20 years, a partner left the firm. Who was this architect?
a. Karima Patricia Palafox
b. Manuel Manosa
c. Jose Pedro Recio
d. Carmelo Casas
c. Casas + Architects - answer This architectural firm was established at Hong Kong
in October 1988 by young architects who had their diversified practice under HK's top
architectural firms from 1976-1988. In 1990, a Philippine office was opened and it wasn't
long before they became prominent architects here. Some of their notable projects are
the Philippine Plaza, ABS-CBN Complex, Kingswood Gardens, One and Two Lafeyette
Square, Salcedo Park and the Pacific Plaza Towers. In 1997, the firm was awarded the
prestigious title of firm of the year by the Philippine Institute of Architects.
What is the current name of the firm today?
a. Palafox Associates
b. Francisco Manosa and Partners
c. Casas + Architects
d. Recio + Architects
c. Leandro Locsin - answer The Filipino Architect was known for his use of concrete,
floating volume and simplistic design in his various projects. He was fond of modern
painting and a talented pianist. He studied at the University of Santo Tomas to pursue a
Bachelor's Degree in Music but later shifted to Architecture just a year before
graduating. He was later proclaimed a National Artist of the Philippines for Architecture.
Who is this architect?
a. Juan Nakpil
b. Francisco Manosa
c. Leandro Locsin
d. Felino Palafox
d. Church of the Holy Sacrifice - answer What was this architect's first project? This
project was the first to have thin shell concrete dome in the Philippines and was a
collaboration of several National Artist. It is now recognized as a National Historical
Landmark and a Cultural Treasure by the National Historical Institute and the National
Museum respectively.
a. Philippine Center for International Trade and Exhibitions
b. Folk Arts Theater
c. Cultural Center of the Philippines
d. Church of the Holy Sacrifice
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