What is the largest island in the Kalayaan Island Group under Philippine administrative control, hosting an airfield and a civilian community?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Pag-asa Island (Thitu Island)
Answer: Pag-asa Island (Thitu Island). Why not the others: None of these fit: Ayungin Shoal (Second Thomas Shoal); Likás Island (West York Island); Lawak Island (Nanshan Island).
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