Who became the first president of the Commonwealth of the Philippines in 1935?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Manuel L. Quezon
- Step 1: Complete Filipinization was achieved with the establishment of the Commonwealth of the Philippines in 1935. Answer: Manuel L. Quezon. Why not the others: None of these fit: Jose P. Laurel; Sergio Osmena; Manuel Roxas.
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