Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region VII, Central Visayas
DIVISION OF TALISAY CITY
J. P. Rizal St., Poblacion, City of Talisay, Cebu
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DISCIPLINE AND IDEAS IN APPLIED SOCIAL SCIENCES

FIRST SEMESTER TEST
(S.Y. 2020-2021)

Name: _________________________________Year and Section: ________________ Date: _______________Score: ___________

Directions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of you answer to the following questions. Write your answers on the space
provided for.
_____1. What specific field among the social science discipline focus on the examination and organization of the government?
A. History B. Economics C. Political science D. Sociology
_____2. Which of the following is not an example of social science?
A. Economics B. Physics C. Psychology D. Anthropology
_____3. People all over the world speak the way that they do, which discipline would be the most relevant?
A. Linguistics B. Literature C. Chemistry D. Sociology
_____4. Which of the following statements best describes what social science disciplines have in common?
A. An interest in studying human beings C. The study of the human mind
B. Focused on material culture D. Interest only on human behavior
_____5. Anthropology: Social Science while Physics: __________
A. Humanities B. Soft science C. Natural science D. Earth science
_____6. Which of the social science disciplines is most interested in group behavior in complex, more advance societies?
A. Anthropology B. History C. Social psychology D. Sociology
_____7. Who examined the process by which goods and services are produced, distributed, and consumed?
A. Sociologist B. Economist C. Political Scientist D. Anthropologist
_____8. Political science focuses on the study of politics or government. In what areas that political scientist does not concentrates on?
A. The various forms of government and their structure C. Facts surrounding an event that they feel is of social significance
B. Relationships to other institution in the society D. How people attain the ruling position in the society
_____9. Psychology concentrates on the processes occurring within an individual. The following are the primary concerns of
psychology except;
A. Processes which occur in the mind
B. Study the phenomena such as perception, attitude, and values
C. Personality and how individual cope with problems
D. Man’s biological foundations, race evolution and racial classification
_____10. What refers to a discipline of infinite curiosity about human beings and address questions about human, seeking to discover
when, where, and why humans appeared on earth?
A. Geography B. Sociology C. Anthropology D. Social Science
_____11. Which of the following did not describe the discipline of Social Science?
A. an interest in the study of living things C. an interest in the research that overlap genetics
B. an interest in the study of human mind D. an interest in the study of human culture
_____12. Which discipline is described by this nature and function? “It looks into the need of man
not only to live, but to live better”.
A. Social Science B. Natural Science C. Humanities D. Other Discipline
_____13. If you were to explore how people relationships & functions in their society affects political
and economic growth, which discipline would be most relevant?
A. Social Science B. Natural Science C. Humanities D. Other Discipline
_____14. “It study the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution and distribution of living organisms” this is the function of a branch of
what discipline?
A. Social Science B. Natural Science C. Humanities D. Other Discipline
_____15. Which of the following field of study is not considered a social science?
A. Economics B. Geography C. Philosophy D. Sociology
_____16. Social science and natural science both use scientific methods but differ in focus of study because?
A. Natural science deals how human think. C. Social science deals mostly on the living molecules and organism.
B. Natural science deals with non-living things. D. Social science deals will all aspects of the group life of human.
_____17. In the discipline of natural and social science the difference between the two is that social science tends to?
A. use more empirical evidences C. use-controlled experiments less often
B. frequently utilize scientific method D. be more mathematical
_____18. _______________ is a social science, while _______________ is a natural science.
A. Geology/geography B. Astrology/Astronomy C. Geography/geology D. Anthropology/ Sociology
_____19. In May 17, 2019, Senator Manny Pacquiao was conferred with an honorary doctorate degree of Doctor of Humanities by
Filamer Christian University at FCU Gym, this was earned by him because of his extraordinary contribution rather than as a result of
academic matriculation and study. Which of the following is his achievement that shows the nature of humanities to mankind?
A. He brought pride to the Filipino as he rose from poverty and became popular in the field of sports that inspired millions of
Filipinos.
B. He brought pride to the Filipino as he rose from poverty and became popular in the field of culture and the arts that inspired
million of Filipinos.
C. He brought pride to the Filipino as he rose from poverty and became popular in the field of politics and education that
inspired million of Filipinos.
D. He brought pride to the Filipino as he rose from poverty and became popular in the field of Science and medicine that
inspired million of Filipinos.
_____20. Jason is a researcher. He wanted to understand what makes up of certain substances? What discipline the study belongs
to?
A. Social Science B. Natural Science C. Humanities D. Other Discipline
_____21. Madasigon National High School recorded increasing incidents of early teen pregnancies surmounting to an average of 2
young women per month. The guidance officer of the school developed an awareness program through conducting symposium inviting
speakers from the Commission on Population to orient and capacitate young women to advocate against early teen pregnancy. This
way of communicating to the students and all concerned would be effective when:
A. The incidents would gradually slow down
B. The incidents would only happen to adults and not among the students
C. The incidents would only happen to those who didn’t attended the program
D. The incidents would lead to increasing mortality or child deaths
_____22. Pepe is a “batang ama” and he started to refrain attending classes because his classmates would annoy him about it. His
“barkadas” also rejected him on their evening gigs. Everybody seemed to treat him differently since he became a father. However,
Andres was the only friend who remained to him and did not rejected him because of his unwanted mistake. How did Andres helped
Pepe in this situation?
A. Andres was angry of Pepe’s friends and wanted to revenge using Pepe
B. Andres did it because he is afraid of being beaten by Pepe
C. Andres did not judge Pepe of his mistake and of being a “batang ama”
D. Andres was also a “batang ama” but he never told anyone of it
_____23. Recent reports of Kinabuhi National High School reviled that an alarming increase of suicide ideation among young learners
has been seriously confronting the school. The school carefully and confidentially trace these incidents. It did not reveal any
information of those involved to keep it private since it will bring another problem if not properly tracked. What possible problem will it
bring when privacy and individuality of records were not safeguarded by the school?
A. Learners with suicide ideation might feel being cared of
B. Learners with suicide ideation might feel even worse when known to public
C. Learners with suicide ideation might not bother to listen to other’s opinion
D. Learners with suicide ideation might earn exposure and publicity
_____24. The counseling taken by the school guidance designate in resolving the delicate issue of a student who was reportedly being
harassed by a family member was to allow the client to make some mechanisms in surviving the trauma caused by the incident. It was
difficult for the guidance office to capacitate the student to achieve it but it has exhausted means to achieve it as it is required for the
client to succeed in the crisis. What do you think is the best coping mechanism that the client must undertake?
A. The client must talk to a person of similar traumatic experience to ease the feeling
B. The client must take sleeping pills to calm down of the trauma
C. The client must have someone to talk to of her feelings
D. The client must be left alone to reflect and ponder her situation
_____25. Cristina started to get easily annoyed and irritated when her classmates laugh
during their free time. Her classmates noticed her mood switching and kept their distance away from her. Cristina pondered and
reflected that something has changed about her. She presented herself to the school guidance officer and appealed for help so that
she can improve or better herself out of the sudden unwanted behavioral change. Which action would you suggest to Cristina to
improve herself?
A. She has to stay away of her classmates since they are bad influence to her
B. She has to capacitate herself to think first before she has to react
C. She has to stay not bothered at all to prevent getting involved in a problem
D. She has to do it like an actress as if she has changed
_____26. Lito and some of his friends were caught by their class adviser watching an explicit or pornographic video in the middle of
their class session. The school guidance officer called the attention of their parents and convened in a conference to discuss the
delicate issue. This procedure in informing the incident to the parents was appreciated by the parents themselves because they were
alerted of the whereabouts of their children. What would possibly happen if their parents were not informed of the concern?
A. Parents would not even bother because of the busy schedule
B. Parents would certainly find it ok because they knew their children at best
C. Parents would complaint why they were not called in this delicate issue
D. Parents would assume that teachers will correct wrongdoings of students
_____27. Mohon National High School joined in a Division level singing competition.
Pablita was chosen by the school to represent in the said contest but she wanted to refuse because she thought that she is not
beautiful enough to compete. Her coach motivated and pushed her to make a try. She was told that its not about beauty that will be
measured but, it would be the quality of voice in singing. Pablita won a champion in the singing contest and expressed her gratitude to
her coach of the life-changing experience. How can you say that Pablita was capacitated to facilitate her own potential?
A. Pablita just dramatize it but she knew already that she will win of her voice
B. Pablita believed she will win because her opponents were too kind enough to let her champion in the contest
C. Pablita was a daughter of popular singers therefore, she would really win out of the popularity of her parents
D. Pablita knowing she has a good voice has to show her talent after all, its not a beauty contest but, a singing competition
_____28. Despite the rude and harsh treatment of his classmates, Ricardo managed to forgive them after undergoing the counseling
procedures conducted by the school guidance officer. He was very thankful that he succeeded in understanding his situation and did
not fail to cope up with the issue. Why did Ricardo needed to improve his social relationships to overcome the issue?
A. Ricardo has to do it even he is forced anyway he will transfer very soon
B. Ricardo has to make friends than hate people to help him overcome stress
C. Ricardo has to keep silent of his hatred by planning out revenge anytime
D. Ricardo has to ignore these people because they are toxic
_____29. A student of Ms. Claire Nacion had been very silent and alone. She wondered what might the student was facing of being so
lonely and strange. Eventually, the student went to her privately and cried because she was harassed by somebody in their residence.
Ms. Claire immediately took the appropriate steps to assist the student of her counseling needs. Which of the following steps would be
not appropriate in dealing the incident?
A. Ms. Claire shares the incident to her fellow teachers to ask further help
B. Ms. Claire coordinated with the guidance officer to make remedies
C. Ms. Claire will talk to the student with care and sympathy
D. Ms. Claire will keep the incident private and confidential
_____30. Donato, who is a 20 years old ex-convict wanted to enroll to Madasigon National High School. The teachers although have
known that he was imprisoned before did not let him feel that he was a stranger and somebody to be afraid of. He was instead
welcomed and accepted by the school to renew his life by learning to educate and become a responsible person. What possible
circumstance would not help Donato in his journey to better himself?
A. Donato would stop because he can feel that people are afraid of him
B. Donato would strive despite of the challenges that people judged him
C. Donato would prove that he had changed already
D. Donato would have to be courageous in dealing the challenges encountered
_____31. A counselor deliberately submitted fraudulent claims for occupational and physical therapy service that was never provided.
How would you consider the act of the social worker?
A. Ethical B. Unethical C. Undecided D. Both Ethical and Unethical
_____32. Providing false statement or information before a legislative body or court of law is not considered a misconduct. What is
your take on this circumstance?
A. Ethical B. Unethical C. Undecided D. Both Ethical and Unethical
_____33. Christian is a guidance counselor. He is interested in dating one of his clients because she is attractive and kind. He also
requested her account in Facebook and Twitter account. How would you assess the action of Christian as a social worker?
A. Ethical B. Unethical C. Undecided D. Both Ethical and Unethical
_____34. Daniel released an important file or document and disclosed confidential information only when appropriate with valid
consent from a client or a person legally authorized to consent on behalf of a client. How do you evaluate the work attitude of Daniel?
A. Ethical B. Unethical C. Undecided D. Both Ethical and Unethical
_____35. Amie, who is a social worker keeps her client records out in the open and allow anyone who wants to see it, including other
clients. What is your consideration to Amie’s work ethics?
A. Ethical B. Unethical C. Undecided D. Both Ethical and Unethical
_____36. Magul-anon National High School recorded increasing incidents of early teen pregnancies surmounting to an average of 2
young women per month. The guidance officer of the school developed an awareness program through conducting symposium inviting
speakers from the Commission on Population to orient and capacitate young women to advocate against early teen pregnancy. What
principle of Counseling did the school adopted?
A. Acceptance B. Communication C. Non-judge D. Individuality
_____37. Pepe is a “batang ama” and he started to refrain attending classes because his classmates would annoy him about it. His
“barkadas” also rejected him on their evening gigs. Everybody seemed to treat him differently since he became a father. However,
Andres was the only friend who remained to him and did not rejected him because of his unwanted mistake. What principle of
Counseling was demonstrated by Andres which helped a lot to ease the feeling of Pepe?
A. Non-emotional B. Individuality C. Acceptance D. Non-judge.
_____38. Recent reports of Kinabuhi National High School revealed that an alarming increase of suicide ideation among young
learners has been seriously confronting the school. The school carefully and confidentially trace these incidents. It did not reveal any
information of those involved to keep it private since it will bring another problem is not properly tracked. This action of the school of
ensuring the confidentiality of incidents is best demonstrated in what principle of Counseling?
A. Individuality B. Non-emotional C. Communication D. Non-judge
_____39. The counseling taken by the school guidance designate in resolving the delicate issue of a student who was reportedly being
harassed by a family member was to allow the client to make some mechanisms in surviving the trauma caused by the incident. It was
difficult for the guidance office to capacitate the student to achieve it but it has exhausted means to achieve it as it is required for the
client to succeed in the crisis. What counseling goal did the guidance officer managed to employ in the case?
A. Promoting decision-making C. Enhancing coping skills
B. Facilitating client potentials D. Facilitating behavior change
_____40. Cristina started to get easily annoyed and irritated when her classmates laugh during their free time. Her classmates noticed
her mood switching and keep their distance away from her. Cristina pondered and reflected that something has changed about her.
She presented herself to the school guidance officer and appealed for help so that she can improve or better herself out of the sudden
unwanted behavioral change. What scope of counseling is being struggled by Cristina?
A. Facilitating client potential C. People with problems
B. People looking for ways to better oneself D. People with mental health issue
_____41. Lito and some of his friends were caught by their class adviser watching an explicit or pornographic video in the middle of
their class session. The school guidance officer called the attention of their parents and convene in a conference to discuss the
delicate issue. This procedure in informing the incident to the parents was appreciated by the parents themselves because they were
alerted of the whereabouts of their children. What principle of counseling was seen to be effective in this conducted counseling?
A. Non-judge B. Individuality C. Acceptance D. Communication
_____42. Mohon National High School joined in a Division level singing competition. Pablita was chosen by the school to represent in
the said contest but she wanted to refuse because she thought that she is not beautiful enough to compete. Her coach motivated and
pushed her to make a try. She was told that its not about beauty that will be measured but, it would be the quality of voice in singing.
Pablita won a champion in the singing contest and expressed her gratitude to her coach of the life-changing experience. What
counseling goals is shown in this scenario?
A. Enhancing coping skills C. Facilitating client potential
B. Facilitating behavior change D. Promoting decision-making
_____43. Despite the rude and harsh treatment of his classmates, Ricardo managed to forgive them after undergoing the counseling
procedures conducted by the school guidance officer. He was very thankful that he succeeded in understanding his situation and did
not fail to cope up with the issue. What counseling goal did Ricardo succeeded to build in this circumstance when he did not plant
hatred against anyone and instead befriended them?
A. Improving relationships C. Enhancing coping skills
B. Facilitating behavior change D. Facilitating client potential
_____44. A student of Ms. Claire Nacion had been very silent and alone. She wondered what the student might was facing of being so
lonely and strange. Eventually, the student went to her privately and cried because she was harassed by somebody in their residence.
Ms. Claire immediately took the appropriate steps to assist the student of her counseling needs. What scope of counseling did the
student acted to seek help from her teacher?
A. Facilitating client potential C. People with problems
B. People looking for ways to better one self D. People with mental health issue
_____45. Donato, who is a 20 years old ex-convict wanted to enrol to Kayakap National High School. The teachers although have
known that he was imprisoned before did not let him feel that he was a stranger and somebody to be afraid of. He was instead
welcomed and accepted by the school to renew his life by learning to educate and become a responsible person. What principle of
counseling did the teachers have let Donato feel?
A. Acceptance B. Communication C. Non-judge D. Individuality
_____46. Mica applied for a working scholarship in a prestigious University in Cebu. She presented her pertinent papers to the
guidance office and was advised to comply and pass all the requirements for her scholarship application to be approved and granted.
Which is NOT among of the counseling services, processes or methods would Mica undergo for her application?
A. Interview by a panel C. Conduct a background check
B. Take a standardized test D. Checking of her documents
_____47. Mr. Martin Reyes, an adviser of a graduating class arranged and coordinated with the English teacher of his class advisory to
spearhead an orientation before sending his students for a workplace immersion. What specific activity of a counseling service would
be the most appropriate to be given to the students of Mr. Reyes?
A. Customer Care Orientation C. Early Sex Engagement Orientation
B. Anti-Bullying Orientation D. Innovation Booth Camp Orientation
_____48. Latest reports of Matarong National High School reviled that an alarming increase of suicide ideation among young learners
has been seriously confronting the school. The school administration sought to conduct programs to address this mitigating concern
through various symposia and inviting experts to talk about the issue. Which among the following initiatives would the best for the
students to earn knowledge about the danger and how to cope up with suicide ideation?
A. Child Protection Policy C. Consultation Schedule / Program
B. Education For All D. Guidance Peer Facilitator
_____49. Every opening of the school year, class advisers would be provided by the Guidance Office records of the profiling of their
students. This procedure helped significantly especially for the teachers to acquire behavioral profiling of their students and address
them appropriately. Which among the records would be included in this profiling?
A. Scholastic Report Card C. Anecdotal Record
B. Basic Personal Information D. Home Visitation Record
_____50. Patrick joined the fraternity to escape the problem at home. He learned eventually that he made a mistake in his decision
because he was given the appropriate guidance intervention. How would you label Patrick as a clientele in counseling?
A. Community B. Team C. Group / organization D. Individual