Which component city of Negros Occidental is known for its ancestral houses?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Silay City
- Step 1: In the city of Silay alone, there are 30 ancestral houses, amongst the most notable is the Balay Negrense. Answer: Silay City. Why not the others: None of these fit: Bacolod City capital; Talisay City heritage park; Bago City historic town.
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