CA 2 PrelimSemis
CA 2 PrelimSemis
CA 2 PrelimSemis
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It refers to the long, low, narrow, single decked ships propelled by sails and
usually rowed by criminals during their transportation. Galleys
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The historical landmark of the Old BIlibid Prison today is presently utilized as:
Manila City Jail
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He was an Italian prison director and the father of criminology. Cesare Lombroso
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The 16,000 hectares of land in Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro for the setting up of
Sablayan Penal Colony was allocated on______? September 17, 1954
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What penal colony was constructed in Puerto Princesa, Palawan? Iwahig Penal Colony
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What are the two sub-colonies of Davao Penal Colony? Panabo and Kapalong
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Who was the founder of the San Ramon Prison and Penal Farm? Ramon Blanco
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Correctional Institution for Women entirely run by female personnel with the exception
of: Perimeter Guards
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In what century does a criminal could avoid punishment by claiming refugee in a church
for a period of 40 days, this is also known as the Securing Sanctuary? 13th Century
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It is a settlement located in Davao Penal Colony which houses released prisoners who
no longer wish to return to their homes but choose to remain in Davao as
homesteaders. Tanglaw Settlement
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The penal colony established in the Bureau of Prisons under the Martial Law time is
known as: Leyte Regional Prison
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What do we call an inmate confined in a Jail while awaiting for final judgment? Detainee
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In Tagumpay Settlement, where prisoners who had no desire to return to their original
homes were given_______hectares of farm lots as homesteads. 6
Questio
The King who ruled the city of Ur in ancient Sumeria, who issued a law that favored the
imposition of justice instead of revenge: King Ur-nammu
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Which of the following is not a detainee? Sentenced not more than 3 years
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Questio
How many correctional facilities and penal farms are there under the Bureau of
Corrections?
Seven
Questi
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology was created pursuant to what Republic
Act?
RA 6975
Questi
Questi
The Iwahig Penal Colony was established according to the suggestion of whom? Luke
E. Wright
Questi
This Code had its core principle, a concept of justice known as lex talionis or an eye for
an eye, a tooth for a tooth:
Code of Hammurabi
Questi
What is the name of this penal colony that was constructed at Occidental Mindoro?
Sablayan Penal Colony
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The first penal institution in the country whose scope is a national penitentiary in nature:
Old Bilibid Prison
Questio
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In what century does the death penalty became prevalent or rampant as a form of
punishment? 17th Century to late 18th Century
Quest
This site in Muntinlupa was previously acquired by the city to become the site for the
Boys Training School: New Bilibid Prison
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What is the youngest and the last penal facility built by the Bureau of Corrections:
Leyte Regional Prison
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An offender sentenced from 1 day to 3 years is known as what kind of prisoner? City
prisoner
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What law created the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) as a distinct
and separate line bureau? RA 6975
It is said that the word jail has been derived from the spanish word JAULA which
means? Cage
A sentenced prisoner whose sentence is 6 months and 1 day to 3 years is known as:
Provincial prisoner
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The Davao Penal Colony was divided into how many sub-penal colonies? two
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This camp is considered as the minimum security camp. Camp Bukang Liwayway
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It refers to a center which was established to enable the BuCor to conduct a more
effective rehabilitation of prisoners committed to the Bureau’s care through a more
scientific study.
Davao Diagnostic Center
Reception Diagnostic Center
Davao Rehabilitation Center
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What do we call an inmate confined in a Jail with a final sentence of not more than 3
years? Inmate
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The following are the 3 departments under the Executive Branch of the government that
oversees the correctional institutions in the Philippines, EXCEPT ONE: DOH
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Iwahig Penal Colony was divided into how many sub-penal colonies? Four
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What Satellite Prison of National Bilibid Prison houses medium security prisoners?
Camp Sampaguita
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The maximum security compound of the National Bilibid Prison houses convicts whose
sentences are: More than twenty years
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This serves as a confinement institution for youths in conflict with the laws, home for the
aged and infirm. Also it is said to be the original purpose of acquiring the current site of
the New Bilibid Prison. Philippine Training School for Boys
MIDTERM
Question 4
Based on the inmate's security classification, how do we classify an inmate who was
identified as a recidivist? Maximum Security Inmate
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It refers to a settlement located in Davao Penal Farm that houses released prisoners
who no longer wish to return to their homes but choose to remain in Davao as
homesteaders. Tanglaw Settlement
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The following are the four (4) major programs under the mandate of BJMP, EXCEPT
ONE: A.Inmates custody, security and control program Health services and medical
supplies
Question 12
A person who, within a period of 10 years from the date of his last release or conviction
for the crimes of serious or less physical injuries, is found guilty of any of the
aforementioned crimes a third time or more. Habitual Delinquent
Question 13
He is an officer of the institution who oversees the operation of the prison chapel. Prison
Chaplain
Question 14
The following are the classification of inmates according to security risk, EXCEPT ONE:
Maximum Security Inmates
Question 15
Head of the BJMP must have at least the rank of Senior Superintendent and must not
exceed for how many years? 4 years
Question 16
A kind of execution where the convict is black hooded with hands tied and may face or
snub the firing squad. Musketry
Question 17
Command Group of the BJMP composed of the following, EXCEPT ONE: Director for
Directorates
Question 18
The purpose of this jail is to maximize the manpower and other logistical requirements
of the BJMP. District
Question 19
When was the creation of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology? January 2,
1991
Question 20
When did the execution of Marcial “Baby” Ama happen? October 4, 1961
Question 21
Which program of the BJMP aims to provide opportunities for PDL to achieve
mandatory education?
Educational Program
Question 23
This refers to the institutional record of an inmate, otherwise known as the "Prison
Record Jacket," which consists of his mittimus, or commitment order, issued by the
court after conviction and other pertinent documents related to his conviction. Carpeta
Question 24
What do we call an inmate confined inside a Jail with a final sentence of not more than
3 years? Inmate
Question 26
Upon initial commitment of an inmate to the Directorate for Reception and Diagnostic
(DRD), the inmate’s medical history is recorded and properly documented by whom?
Medical Specialist
Question 28
How many days should an inmate stay inside the Directorate for Reception and
Diagnostic? 55 Days
Question 29
This camp is a separate unit within every prison and penal farms where newly admitted
inmates are quarantined and subjected to a battery of tests such as physical,
psychological and medical. Directorate for Reception and Diagnostics
Question 31
This refers to the act of committing another crime embraced in the same title of the
Code. Recidivism
Question 32
A person who, at the time of his trial for one crime, shall have been previously convicted
by final judgment of another crime embraced in the same title of the Code. Recidivist
Question 33
In the statement, "Centering our lives joyfully and dynamically upon the person of God,"
Which core value of the Bureau of Correction does this represent? God Centered
Question 34
What government agency is responsible for the custody of detainees awaiting their Final
Judgment and for Inmates whose sentences are not more than 3 years?
Bureau of Jail Management and Penology
Question 35
The BJMP operates and maintains Regional Offices in each of the administrative
regions of the country, headed by whom?
Regional Director
Question 36
Which program of the BJMP promotes camaraderie among PDL, encouraging the
development of their self-confidence and sharing of cultural talents as a form of positive
entertainment? Cultural and Sports Program
Question 37
Which program of the BJMP provides PDL with health education and counseling,
medical consultations, regular health monitoring, and medicines? Health Services
Question 39
This refers to a jail where they consolidate all inmates from two or four municipal jails
whose inmate population is less than 10 monthly, provided it is located near the
Metropolitan Trial Court or Regional Trial Court. District
Question 40
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A form of execution where the offender is thrown in a lion’s den. Feeding to the Lions
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Question 45
Which program of the BJMP provides PDL with the opportunity to practice their faith
while under custody without discrimination, subject only to usual safety and security
measures? Interfaith Program
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Question 50
Where do we imprison an inmate with a final judgment and a prison term of less than 3
years of imprisonment? Jail
Question 52
Rehabilitation can be facilitated by improving an inmate’s academic and job skills. What
program does this represent? Educational and Skill Program
Question 53
What satellite prison of the National Bilibid Prison houses medium security prisoners?
Camp Sampaguita
Question 54
How many days should an inmate stay inside the quarantine facility of the Directorate
for Reception and Diagnostic? 55 Days
Question 55
All correctional facilities have their respective classification board headed by the
Superintendent and his staff. True
Question 56
Question 57
Which penal colony was established by the Bureau of Prisons during the martial law
period? Leyte Regional Prison
Question 58
In the statement, "we promote accountability, equity, and inclusiveness by adhering to
high ethical and moral standards." Which core value of the Bureau of Correction does
this represent? Integrity
Question 59
What do you call the act of carrying out a death sentence? Execution
Question 60
What is the first penal institution in the country whose scope is national penitentiary in
nature? Old Bilibid Prison
Question 62
Who is the first Chief of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology? Charles
Mondejar
Question 63
Who is the second officer in command of the BJMP? Deputy Chief for Administration
Question 64
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Where do we incarcerate an inmate with a final sentence of more than 3 years of
imprisonment? Prison
Question 70
When did the establishment of the Bureau of Corrections happen? November 1, 1905
Question 71
The following are the requirements upon commitment of inmates, EXCEPT ONE: Court
Order
Question 72
The BJMP operates under which department? Dept. of Interior and Local Govt.
Question 73
Which program of the BJMP assisted PDL in availing of the different early modes of
release to address the overcrowding of jail facilities? Paralegal Program
Question 75
It refers to a center that was established to enable the BuCor to conduct a more
effective rehabilitation of newly committed inmates under its care through a more
scientific study that created an inmate's individual treatment program. Directorate for
Reception and Diagnostic
Question 76
Our National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal died due to the alleged rebellion to the Spanish
government, he was sentenced by what? Musketry
Question 77
Based on the inmate's security classification, how do we classify an inmate who was
sentenced to death? Maximum Security Inmate
Question 79
The Correctional Institution for Women is entirely run by female personnel, with the
exception of: Perimeter Guards
Question 80
The following courts & entities are authorized to commit a person to jail, EXCEPT ONE:
Provincial Trial Court
Question 81
Which program of the BJMP presents income-generating activities to PDL during their
confinement where they are able to earn for their personal upkeep and for financial
support to their families? Livelihood Program
Question 82
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The following are the BJMP Core Values, EXCEPT ONE: Camaraderie
Question 86
It is a branch of the Criminal Justice System concerned with the custody, supervision
and rehabilitation of criminal offenders. Correction
Question 87
What do we call an inmate who has an undergoing investigation / trial or awaiting trial /
sentencing? Detainee
Question 88
This refers to an execution equipment invented after World War I by a Medical Corps
Officer of the US Army as an alternative to an electric chair, where the convict is placed
in a sealed chamber where the carbon monoxide is introduced until the convict is
pronounced dead.
Gas Chamber
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Question 92
What school of thought proposed the idea that people make choices to commit crime
(free will) and that punishment should be about preventing future crimes from being
committed? Classical School
Question 93
The BJMP operates and maintains the following jails, EXCEPT ONE: Provincial
Question 94
Selected personnel of the BJMP and BUCOR are tasked with classifying the type of
supervision, degree of custody, and restrictions under which an inmate must live in jail
or prison. Classification Board
Question 95
A person can be committed to jail only upon the issuance of an appropriate order by a
competent court. True
Question 97
Based on the inmate's security classification, how do we classify an inmate with pending
cases? Maximum Security Inmate
Question 98
When did the first chief of the BJMP take his oath of office? July 1, 1991
Question 99
What was the former name of the Bureau of Corrections? Bureau of Prison
An armory and storage lockers for inmates’ valuable items and other
equipment are essentials for any jail/prison. True
Inmates who wish to view the remains of a deceased spouse must submit a written
request, death certificate of the spouse and ______________.
Marriage Contract
Any physician could prescribe sedatives / stimulants deemed necessary for the inmate’s
treatment.
False
Sketch map of the place where the remains lie in state is a must if an inmate wishes to
view the remains of their deceased relative.
True
Place alcoholic inmates in quarters together with other inmates to maintain close
supervision and to guard them against suicide attempts.
False
Inmates who wish to view the remains of their deceased brother/sister must submit a
written request, death and birth certificate of the deceased sibling and______________.
His/Her Birth Certificate
It refers to the institutional record of an inmate which consists of his mittimus
commitment order, the prosecutor’s information and the decision of the trial court.
Carpeta
The mentally-ill inmates should be under the close supervision of a jail records
personnel.
False
The female quarters should be fully separated from the male quarters.
True
Inmates with special needs should not be held in jails with other regular inmates.
True
Any work, even those that are not suitable to their age and physical condition should be
assigned to female inmates.
False
Male personnel must provide female inmate with utmost privacy and respect for
personal space;
True
This refers to a temporary confinement of a person for his own safety, security and
protection.
Incarceration
In larger jails, a female personnel may be designated to keep the keys to the female
quarters and keep it at all times.
False
In all jails/prisons there must be a secured visiting area for inmates’ visitors.
True
Female inmates should be confined in institutions that are separate from those used for
males.
True
All cases referred to the disciplinary board shall be heard and decided
within____________hours from the date of receipt of the case.
48
A program of activity directed to restore an inmate’s self – respect thereby making him a
law-abiding citizen after serving his sentence.
Rehabilitation Program
Homosexuals should be combined immediately with other inmates to prevent them from
being mistreated or abused.
False
It is defined as any planned and monitored programs of activity that have the goal of
rehabilitating the offender so that he or she will avoid criminal activity in the future.
Correctional Treatment Programs
As a general rule, inmates with special needs should not be held in jails with other
regular inmates.
True
Inmates who wish to view the remains of a deceased relative within the second degree
of consanguinity or affinity shall be required to submit a written request to the warden
for at least how many days before the date of viewing?
3 days
This radio system involves feedback from the receiver to the sender and allows the
sender to know the message was received accurately by the receiver.
Two-way communication
Any work, even those that are not suitable to their age and physical condition should be
assigned to female inmates.
False
Each newly admitted inmate shall be thoroughly searched for weapons and other
contraband immediately after a year of stay in the facility;
False
A type of time-allowance which deducts one fifth of the period of inmates’ total sentence
when he gives himself up to the authorities after escaping because of calamity or
catastrophe.
Special Time Allowance
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Under the new provision, the following are excluded from the availment of GCTA except
one:
Inmates under Reclusion Temporal
How many days of deduction do we impose for each month of study, teaching or
mentoring of an inmate?
15 Days
Q: An inmate could be given a time allowance that reduces their actual time in jail/prison
because he has complied with jail/prison rules and regulations. What type of Time
Allowance is this?
GCTA
Q: Under the new provisions of GCTA, how many days must be deducted from the total
sentence of an inmate for every month of good behavior from the succeeding years
after the fifth year up to the tenth year of his/her imprisonment?
25 Days
Q: Under the new provisions of GCTA, how many days must be deducted from the total
sentence of an inmate for every month of good behavior during the first two years of
his/her imprisonment?
20 Days
Q: Under the new provisions of GCTA, how many days must be deducted from the total
sentence of an inmate for every month of good behavior from the third to fifth year of
his/her imprisonment?
23 Days
Q: Under the new provisions of GCTA, how many days must be deducted from the total
sentence of an inmate for every month of good behavior from the succeeding years
after the tenth year of his/her imprisonment?
30 Days
Q: Good Conduct Time Allowance is under which Republic Act?
RA 10592
Q: How many days of deduction do we impose for each month of study, teaching or
mentoring of an inmate?
15 Days
Community
A program of activity directed to restore an inmate’s self – respect thereby making him a
law-abiding citizen after serving his sentence.
Rehabilitation Program
SEMIS
14. This is a procedure which permits a jail prisoner to pursue his normal job during the
week and return to the jail to serve his sentence during the weekend or non-working
hours.
Delayed sentence
A recipient of absolute pardon is ________ from civil liability imposed upon him by the
sentence.
Not exempted
Correction is a branch who charged with the responsibility for the custody, supervision
and rehabilitation of convicted offenders?
True
In probation system’s philosophy and concept, it is stated that the individual has the
ability to and to modify his anti-social behavior with the right kind of help.
Change
Institutional correction involves arresting and prosecuting adults and juvenile offenders?
True
It houses prisoners, who by reason of their sentence may be deprived of liberty for more
than 3 years.
Prison
It is the state must punish the criminal to prevent or suppress the danger to the state
arising from the criminal acts of the offender.
Preventive Theory
It justice-affiliated organization that offers criminals who are most likely to benefit from
individualized community treatment programs.
Parole and Probation Administration
Pedro was required to provide financial remuneration for the losses incurred by the
victim. What is the type of penalty described?
Restitution
The idea that punishment will be give the offender lesson by showing to others what
would happen to them if they have committed the heinous crime.
Deterrence
There are three (3) casework techniques applied by the parole officer, which is not
included?
The trick and treat techniques
This group consists of chronic troublemakers but not as dangerous as the super
security prisoners. They are not allowed to work outside the institution.
Maximum security prisoners
This refers to conditional pardon with ot without parole Conditions and Commutation of
Sentence garanted by the President of the Philippines?
Executive Clemency
Under Article VII, Section 10 paragraph (B) of the Philippines Constitution, pardoning
power is vested with the ______.
Chief Executive
Which agency performs the evaluation of prisoner’s fitness and qualifications for the
grant of pardon or parole?
None of the above
Which of the following grants pardon?
The Philippine President