On the finale night of Binibining Pilipinas 2018, the results came in with Catriona Gray being crowned as Miss Universe Philippines 2018, much to everyone’s delight.
The other crowned queens were welcomed with equal applause and recognition. But before the crowning, another crucial round happened, the very part of the competition that determines where these beauties stand at the social front. It determines how socially responsible they are and if they understand the basic virtues of humanity and valour.
Yes, we are talking about the one and only question and answer round! So without further ado, lets take a look at these crowned beautiful ladies’ performance at the Question and Answer round -
Miss Universe Philippines 2018 Catriona Gray- Binibining 20
Question - After a devastating war, Marawi is on its way to recovery. What is your message to the women of Marawi.
Answer - Thank you for that question. My message to the women of Marawi is to stay strong because women are the head of the household and we have amazing influence not only in our families as sisters and mothers and friends but also in our community. If we could get the women to be strong and be that image of strength for the children and people around them, then once the rebuilding is complete, the morale of the community will stay strong and high.
(Photo Credits - Binibining Pilipinas Facebook Official)
Bb. Pilipinas International 2018 Ahtisa Manalo - Binibining 17
Question - How should a beauty queen respond to ruthless criticism?
Answer - should always respond constructively, we beauty queens are public figures and we out ourselves in a position to be judged. But nonetheless, we should always filter what comments we should accept and what we should not.
Bb. Pilipinas Supranational 2018 Jehza Huelar- Binibining 31
Question - What do you think is the most important quality of a millennial woman?
Answer - I think the most important quality a millennial woman has is vision. And with this vision, she should have good attitude and perseverance so that she can achieve her goals. With her vision she would be able to express herself freely.
Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2018 Eva Psychee Patalinjug - Binibining 32
Question : What is the role of a beauty queen in the pursuit of our country economy’s success, if any?
Answer: The role of a beauty queen is to be the voice, I am here with a message for all of you - in this time of uncertainty where fear has taken over our country, we have remained steadfast against all the challenges. As a united nation, we should set aside our political differences and the love for our country rise above all so we can march towards our future in the hopes of making a peaceful country.
Bb. Pilipinas Intercontinental 2018 Karen Gallman- Binibining 38
Question- Do you think a third restroom should be built for trans, why or why not?
Answer - I definitely think that there should be a third restroom for transgenders because as women or men, they need the privacy. And the separate room for transgenders just serves as a equality and privacy.
Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2018 Michele Gumabao - Binibining 19
Question- What can you do to fight fake news?
Answer - I know that fake news are rampant these days but we must know beforehand what we are reporting and what we are reading and the same time be accountable. I hope media always filters and use their resources to always deliver truth and authentic news.