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AP-Practice Test No.
1. Which statement is TRUE of the pre-Spanish
Filipino government? a. the datu exercised all powers of government b. laws were formulated by a law making body elected by the datu c. Laws were formulated by a law making body elected by the community d. there was a court created by the datu to hear complaints
2. What characteristics of government is
established by the 1987 Constitution? I. Presidential system of government with three branches II. Parliamentary system of government III.The three branches of government are separate and independent of one another IV. The three branches of government have a check and balance over one another. a. I only b. II only c. II, III and IV d. I,III, and IV
3. If our present government is a DEMOCRACY,
where does power reside? a. in the Filipino people b. In Congress c. In the President d. In the Supreme Court 4. In President Quezon’s time, the country had the Philippine Commonwealth. What is TRUE about the Philippine Commonwealth? The Filipino people ______ a. were fully independent b. were partially independent c. were granted total freedom to course their destiny only in matters of education d. were citizens of the United States
5. In the decade of the 1970’s, one clamor
of the activists who staged street demonstration on the streets was “DOWN WITH THE OLIGARCHS !” What did they accuse government of as suggested by the underlined word? Government was _______ a. a rule of the few rich b. a form of dictatorship c. anti-poor d. elitist
6. With the Batasang Pambansa performing
legislative and executive powers in the MARCOS REGIME, which form of government was implemented? a. Parliamentary c. monarchial b. dictatorial d. presidential
7. What form of government is characterized by
the SEPARATION OF POWERS? a. parliamentary c. aristocracy b. presidential d. monarchial
8. To which type of POLITICAL SYSTEM do we
belong? a. colonialism c. democracy b. totalitarianism d. capitalism
9. In which form of government does power or
authority reside in a FEW PERSONS who govern for their own interest? a. oligarchy c. democracy b. monarchy d. parliamentary
10. Which of the represents the SMALLEST
SUBUNIT OF GOVERNMENT in the Philippines at present? a. Purok c. Sitio b. Barangay d. Zone
11. The Philippine government is divided into
three branches : executive, legislative, judiciary. Which among the ff. best describes the MODEL OF GOVERNANCE IN THE PHILIPPINES? a. tricameralism b. separation of powers c. emancipation of state d. division of labor
12. The PHILIPPINE LEGISLATURE is divided into
two major bodies, the Senate and the House of Representatives. Which among the ff. best describes this division of the legislative body of the country? a. bipartisanism c. unicameralism b. co-legislative power d. bicameralism 13. Which type of governance is characterized by a UNION OF PARTIALLY SELF-GOVERNING STATES OR REGIONS united by a central government? a. federalism c. democracy b. socialism d. totalitarianism
14. In England, QUEEN ELIZABETH ACTS AS HEAD OF
STATE. This country also has a parliament and a Prime Minister. Which among the ff. best describes the form of government in this country? a. absolute monarchy b. constitutional monarchy c. oligarchy d. aristocracy
15. In which form of government are on certain
dimensions such as religion, politics, ALL CITIZENS TREATED AS EQUALS economics, social status and culture? a. totalitarianism c. socialism b. democracy d. egalitarianism
16. What human right is violated when one OPENS
A LETTER WITHOUT PERMISSION from the addressee? a. right to privacy of communication and correspondence b. right to read the letter c. right to open the envelope without permission d. right to private affairs
17. When an individual is imprisoned without
proper investigation what right is violated? a. right to due process of law b. right to secure persons c. right to open the envelope without permission d. right to protection 18. What law was passed by Philippine Congress in 1995 which affirms the total integration of persons with DISABILITIES into the mainstream of society? a. RA 7277 c. RA 7722 b. RA 7784 d. RA 7776
19. Which is the best definition of INCLUSIVE
EDUCATION endorsed by DepEd? a. it is a flexible and indidualized support system for children and youth with special education needs b. it is a mandate to include all children and youth in community activities c. it is a system to support children and youth in exclusive schools d. it is a special support for children and youth who cannot attend school
20. To prepare teachers to handle inclusive
education what SPECIALIZATION is offered in teacher education institution? a. Special Education c. Kindergarten courses b. Special Course d. Pre School education
21. Which of the goals of EFA 2015 aims to
achieve constitutional mandate? a. Universal completion of full cycle of basic education schooling with satisfactory achievement levels by all at every grade or year b. Universal completion of primary education c. Universal completion of secondary education d. Universal elimination of drop outs
22. What is the best indicator of “QUALITY
EDUCATION” as invoked in the Constitution? a. Generation of reliable measurements on dropout rate b. Generation of reliable measurements on cohort survival rate c. Generation of reliable measurements of educational outcomes d. Generation of reliable measurements on participation rate
23. An individual has the RIGHT TO FILE WRIT OF
AMPARO before the investigation of an administrative case filed against him/her. What fundamental right is invoked by the individual? a. right to life, liberty and security b. right to due process c. right to be defended by a public attorney d. right to self-defense
24. What is the WRIT OF HABEAS DATA?
a. right to information privacy b. right to accumulate data c. right to transmit data d. right to search for private information
25. The CODE OF ETHICS OF PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS
provides that a “teacher has the right and duty to determine the academic marks and the promotion of learners”. What is the obligation of the teacher in relation to the aforementioned right as mandated in the Educational Act of 1982? a. refrain from making deductions in students’ scholastic ratings for acts not of poor scholarship b. refrain from discriminating high and low c. refrain from inflicting corporal punishment d. refrain from segregating the fast and slow learners
26. When a teacher is charged with an
administrative case committed in the lawful discharge of professional duties, what RIGHT MAY THE TEACHER INVOKE FOR HER DEFENSE? a. right to receive compensation in the duration of the case b. right to be given the due process of law c. right to be defended by the organization d. right to be provided with free legal service by the appropriate office
27. What is the TEACHER’S ACCOUNTABILITY in
the achievement of quality education? a. be accountable for the grading performance of learners b. be accountable for the effective attainment of specified learning objectives and outcomes c. be accountable for reporting the performance of learners to parents d. be accountable for reporting the performance of learners to the schools 28. Which is the OVERRIDING AIM of the Constitutional mandate on social justice? a. to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor b. to protect the squatter in the possession c. to authorize the taking of what is in excess d. to work with social equality
29. Which principle states that NO MAN IN THIS
COUNTRY IS ABOVE THE LAW and that laws must be obeyed by all and applied to everyone-rich or poor, lowly or powerful- without fear or favor? a. Rule of law b. rule of the majority c. separation of church and state d. social justice
30. In connection with government transactions
involving public interest, which policy adopted in the Constitution to assure the PUBLIC OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY? a. full public disclosure b. balanced and healthful ecology c. private enterprise and incentives to needed investments d. rural development and agrarian reform
31. Filipino citizens have the power to
participate in the establishment or administration government such as RIGHT TO VOTE AND BE VOTED upon as an exercise of _____________ a. political rights c. social rights b. civil rights d. economic rights
32. Can the accused WAIVE HIS RIGHT TO REMAIN
SILENT and to have competent an independent counsel? a. No, except in writing and in the presence of counsel b. Yes, if there is no counsel offering his service c. No, it cannot be waived d. Yes, if he voluntarily does so
33. Which is right violated by WIRETAPPING?
a. freedom of expression b. the right to private property c. the right to privacy of communication d. the right to information on matters of public concern
34. Which act is a DEPRIVATION OF LIFE WITHOUT
DUE PROCESS? a. killing in self-defense b. salvaging c. imposition of the death penalty d. death resulting from illness
35. Is LAND GRABBING an act of deprivation of
property without due process? a. yes b. no c. yes, if the land grabber is rich d. no, if the land grabber is landless
36. Can you be ARRESTED WITHOUT A WARRANT OF
ARREST? a. no, if you are a minor b. no, if you are more than 60 years old c. yes, if you were reported to have committed a crime d. yes, if you are in the act of committing a crime 37. Can RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION be taught in public school? I. Yes, if given free II. Yes, if given outside class hours III. Yes, only to those children whose parents give their consent in writing a. I and III c. I,II and III b. II and III d. III only
38. Can accused avail of FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE?
a. no, there is no such thing as free lunch b. yes, provided he is classified as a poor litigant by the court c. yes, if the act committed is a minor offense d. no, if the offense is grave
39. My right is another man’s duty. Which one
CORRECTLY illustrates this? a. my right to my private property requires my neighbor’s duty not to trespass the same b. I have freedom of speech but I see to it that I speak only what is true c. suffrage is both a right and a duty d. I exercise my right in such a way that it does not violate another person’s right
40. The method of classical conditioning begins
with ___________ a. the conditioned stimulus and response b. the unconditioned stimulus and conditioned response c. the unconditioned stimulus and response d. the conditioned stimulus an unconditioned response
41. Can a person be imprisoned for DEBT?
a. no, if he can’t pay the interest of his debt b. yes, if he has no property with which to pay his debt c. no d. yes, if he stubbornly refuses to pay
42. What does “PRESUMPTION OF INNOCENCE” mean
in so far as human rights is concerned? a. a suspect is considered guilty until proven otherwise b. a suspect has the right to remain silent c. a suspect has the right to a legal counsel d. a suspect remains innocent until proven guilty
43. NO PERSON MAY BE ELECTED as President of
the Philippines unless he/she is a _____ a. natural born citizen b. resident of the Philippines for at least 2 years c. at least 21 years old d. professional 44. Who does the CANVASSING OF VOTES FOR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT in every election? a. Comelec and Chief Justice b. Senate and Congress c. Supreme Court and Congress d. Joint Committee of Congress
45. ALL APPROPRIATIONS REVENUE OR TARIFF BILLS
shall originate exclusively from the _____. a. Senate b. Sangguniang Panlalawigan c. House of Representatives d. Department of Budget
46. Which department has the AUTHORITY TO MAKE
LAWS and to alter them when needed? a. executive c. judicial b. legislative d. administratives
47. A BILL BECOMES A LAW EVEN IF NOT SIGNED by
the President after ___ days a. 60 c. 20 b. 40 d. 30
48. Which refers to act of the President to
STAY THE EXECUTION of a convict? a. Commutation c. Pardon b. Amnesty d. Reprieve
49. Who has the power to DECLARE THE EXISTENCE
OF A STATE OF WAR? a. Chief Justice c. Senate President b. President d. Congress
50. A LOSING SENATORIAL CANDIDATE may file a
protest against the winner. What body assume jurisdiction over the case? a. Supreme Court c. COMELEC b. Electoral Tribunal d. Regional Trial Court
51. How is the crime of RAPE classified?
a. Heinous c. Slander b. Homicide d. Malicious Mischief
52. All Filipino citizens have the RIGHT TO
VOTE AND TO BE VOTED upon as a government. What is this constitutional right called? a. passive right to vote b. political franchise c. Suffrage d. electoral right
53. Any individual has the RIGHT TO QUESTION
WHY HE IS BEING ARRESTED, and to summon accusers to court so that due process may be performed. This right is embodied in which of the following? a. reclusion perpetua c. prison mayor b. resipsa loquitur d. habeas corpus
54. Which among the ff. represents the
political process involved in AMENDMENT OR REVISING THE PHILIPPINE CONSTITUTION to adapt to the present Philippine situation? a. constitutional convention b. citizens’ assembly c. charter change d. constitutional correction
55. Which is TRUE of the historical
development of the Philippines? a. it has never been an independent nation b. it has been an independent nation ever since c. it has evolved from a colony to a fully independent nation d. it has not achieved full independence from the very beginning
56. Which PROBLEMS is common from the
presidency of Marcos, Aquino, Ramos, Estrada, Macapagal-Arroyo and Benigno Aquino III? a. social justice c. poor governance b. peace and security d. moral degeneration
57. Basically, the Philippine AGRARIAN PROBLEM
is a question of ______. a. Land distribution b. nepotism and corruption c. graft and corruption d. environmental degradation
58. Every elected President of the Philippines
delivers SONA. What does SONA means? a. Speech of the Nation Assembly b. Speech of the Nation Address c. State of the Nation Address d. State of the Nation Advocacy
59. Rizal founded the LA LIGA FILIPINA to
____________ I. unite the whole country II. fight violence and injustice III. revolt against the Spaniards a. I and III c. I and II b. II only d. II and III
60. Which is TRUE of the Philippines?
a. it was colonized by Spain, Portugal, America, and Japan b. it has been part of the world’s economy since the Spanish colonial rule c. it is one of the least populated countries in the world d. it has two autonomous regions-ARMM and CAR
61. Which is TRUE of the Philippines?
a. it has been colonized by two European colonial powers b. it has never been united as a nation c. there have been attempts to change its government to a parliamentary form d. it is the only Christian country in Asia
62. As a result of EDSA I, the
Philippines____________ a. became known worldwide for its People Power Revolution b. changed its form of government to parliamentary c. saw the impeachment of Joseph Estrada as president d. intensified its participation in international affairs
63. Which is TRUE of former President Corazon
Aquino? I. the first female president of the Philippines II. the first female president in Asia III. Described as the “icon of democracy” a. I,II and III c. I and III b. I and II d. I only
64. A year ago “CHA-CHA” and “CON-ASS”
associated? a. imposition of martial law b. return to dictatorial form of government c. amendment of the present constitution d. division between Senate and House of Representatives
65. The PHILIPPINE REVOLTS against Spain, the
Philippine-American War. The Muslim rebellion, the NPA, the MILF and Abu Sayyaf movement point to the reality of the Philippines? a. multi-ethnicity b. poverty c. poorly quality of education d. insurgency
66. Which of the ff. was the FIRST TO HAPPEN?
a. Aguinaldo was captured b. Aguinaldo declared Philippine independence c. Guerilla warfare against the US was initiated d. The Philippines was ceded to the US by the Treaty of Paris
67. With whom is the “STRONG REPUBLIC”
associated? a. Fidel V. Ramos b. Joseph Estrada c. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo d. Corazon Aquino
68. Which of the four pillars of education for
the 21 st Century is CRUCIAL IN THE LIGHT OF CONFLICTS BETWEEN ISRAEL AND PALESTINE? a. learning to do b. learning to be c. learning to live together d. learning to know
69. Who is the general who said “I SHALL
RETURN”? A monument in his honor stands in Corregidor by the bay. a. William H. Taft c. John Dewey b. Douglas McArthur d. Schurmann
70. In 1565 Legaspi concluded a blood compact
with the CHIEF OF BOHOL. Who is referred to? a. Raja Sulayman c. Lakandula b. Sikatuna d. Raja Tupas
71. The JAPANESE SUCCESSFUL INVASION was
climaxed by the surrender of the joint Filipino-American forces on May 6, 1942. Where did this happen? a. Bataan c. Capas b. Corregidor d. Manila
72. The Philippines objected to the ADVISORY ON
TRAVELS TO MINDANAO BY THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT. What should the government do? a. declare war against the country b. file diplomatic protest c. recall all nationals d. arrest their nationals
73. FOREIGN INVESTORS are discouraged in doing
business in our country. To what conditions can this be attributed? I. Deteriorating peace and order II. Poor technology III. High tariffs IV. Poor standards a. I and II c. II only b. I,II and III d. IV only
74. Who is the President who is known for his
“FILIPINO FIRST POLICY” and AUSTERITY PROGRAM? a. Diosdado Macapagal c. Manuel Roxas b. Carlos P. Garcia d. Ramon Magsaysay
75. Pre-colonial trade in the Philippines was
prosperous. What system did they use for their BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS? a. money c. credit b. barter d. banking
76. After Negritos, what was the SECOND GROUP
OF PEOPLE WHO MIGRATED BY SEA TO THE PHILIPPINES? a. Indonesians c. Indians b. Arabs d. Malays
77. FOREIGN INFLUENCES are evident on most
aspects of Filipino culture including Philippine languages. From which Asian language do these words come: ALAM, HUKOM, SALAMAT a. Malayo-Polynesian c. Arabic b. Sanskrit d. Mandarin
78. What is considered the EARLIEST FORM OF
WRITING in the Philippines? a. Abakada c. Alibata b. Roman Alphabet d. Balitaw
79. Who was the AMERICAN PRESIDENT who
proclaimed the BENEVOLENT ASSIMILATION POLICY during the American colonial years of the Philippines? a. William Mckinley c. Woodrow Wilson b. Franklin Roosevelt d. Theodore Roosevelt
80. Who FIRST INTRODUCED THE ISLAMIC RELIGION
to the Philippines? a. Rajah Baguinda c. Mukdum b. Idi Amin d. Abu Bakr
81. The ff. were among the five ships involved
in Ferdinand Magellan’s voyage EXCEPT________ a. Concepcion c. Trinidad b. Cartagena d. Victoria
82. Who was among the LAST FILIPINO GENERALS
WHO FOUGHT THE AMERICANS and established the so-called “TAGALOG REPUBLIC”? a. Gregorio del Pilar c. Macario Sakay b. Miguel Malvar d. Manuel Tinio
83. In Philippine history, who was known as
“GREAT DISSENTER”? a. Camilo Osias c. Claro M. Recto b. Manuel Roxas d. Eulogio Rodriguez
84. During the Spanish Era, who was the
REVOLUTIONARY LEADER WHO WAGED A LONG WAR against the government because it did not allow proper burial for his brother? a. Macario Sakay c. Diego Silang b. Andres Bonifacio d. Francisco Dagohoy
85. The late President Ferdinand Marcos placed
the Philippines under MARTIAL LAW through which of the ff. laws? a. article 6 section 14 b. RA 274 c. Proclamation 1081 d. Kautusang Tagapagpaganap blg.25 s. 1974
86. What building was THE ONLY ONE LEFT INTACT
AFTER THE DESTRUCTION OF INTRAMUROS during the Battle of Manila? a. Manila Post Office c. Manila Cathedral b. San Agustin Church d. Quiapo Church 87. What was the FIRST BOOK PUBLISHED in the Philippines? a. Del Superior Govierno b. Doctrina Christiana c. Pasiong Mahal d. Barlaame Josaphat
88. The world of nations is suffering from
recession and so nations are experiencing the ff. EXCEPT ___________. a. people are losing their jobs b. businesses are ranking bigger profits c. there is a drop in total spending d. production is slowing down
89. When one company CONTROLS THE SUPPLY OF
SUGAR, which term applies? a. monopoly c. economic stability b. inflation d. equilibrium
90. TOMATOES ARE OFF SEASON AND SO PRICE FOR
TOMATOES IS UP. Which law in economics explains it? a. substitution effect b. law of cause and effect c. principle of marginal utility d. law of supply and demand
91. Which explains GNP?
a. The total value in pesos of goods and services produced during the year b. The total value in pesos of goods produced during the year c. The total value in pesos of services produced during the year d. The total value in pesos of goods and services produced for 2 quarters
92. How can the COMPREHENSIVE AGRARIAN REFORM
PROGRAM bring about social equity and economic prosperity in the country? I. By distributing the agricultural lands to landless farmers free of charge II. By transferring the ownership of land to farmers for a value III. By helping the affected landowners to use their land compensation in viable business activities IV. By providing support services to farmer- beneficiaries a. II, III and IV c. I,II and III b. I, II and IV d. I,III and IV
93. While in the capitalist system, “TO THE
STRONGEST GOES TO SPOIL”, what happens in the cooperative system? a. all benefits are shared to the members proportionate to the shared capital b. goods are distributed among the members but benefiting mostly the policy making body c. goods are distributed among the members d. goods are distributed among the members but elected and appointed official get more to compensate their service
94. The COMPREHENSIVE AGRARIAN REFORM AND
COOPERATIVES are meant to a. eradicate poverty in the country b. bridge the gap between the rich and the poor c. to make all citizens equals d. to improve on the country’s literacy rate
95. WHEN PARENTS DECIDE TO SEND THEIR CHILDREN
TO A PRIVATE SCHOOL and pay their tuition fee instead of sending them to the public school, they don’t get their share in the benefit derived from the taxes they pay. This is a case of _______________ a. social injustice c. double taxation b. double jeopardy d. social inequity
96. Which one CORRECTLY applies to Philippine
foreign trade? a. Philippine expenditure exports and earning from imports fluctuate b. The Philippines spends less on imports than it earns from exports c. The Philippine expenditure on imports is balanced with its earnings from exports d. The Philippines spends more on imports than it earns from exports
97. The ULTIMATE OBJECTIVE of the Comprehensive
Agrarian Reform is to _____. a. ensure the cultivation of all idle lands b. abolish share tenancy in favor of lease tenancy c. distribute arable lands to the landless d. establish owner-cultivated farms
98. What is TRUE of a progressive system of
taxation? a. the rate of tax increases as the income tax base or income bracket increases b. the tax is equal regardless of class and place c. the rate of tax decreases as the income tax base increases d. the rate of tax increases as the income tax base decreases
99. I rent out for P10,000 per month my only
building and lot to the Jesus is Lord Group which uses it exclusively for RELIGIOUS PURPOSES. I am exempt from payment of ______. a. property tax c. income tax b. professional tax d. community tax
100. You are a member of a cooperative which
operates TAXIS, TRICYCLES AND BUSES. Of which type of a cooperative are you a member? a. service cooperative b. multipurpose cooperative c. marketing cooperative d. producers cooperative
101. You have a property worth P500,000. The
tax is 1% he pays P5,000. If his property is worth P1,000,000 he pays P10,000. Which does this illustrate? a. progressive taxation b. uniformity in taxation c. equity in taxation d. equality in taxation
102. Which is an UNLAWFUL ACT OF ESCAPING FROM
PAYMENT TAXES? a. Evasion c. exemption b. Avoidance d. shifting
103. Which is REQUIRED OF COOPERATIVE MEMBERS
for the operation of their cooperative? a. share capital b. interest on share capital c. net surplus d. patronage refund 104. The PRIMARY PURPOSE OF TAXATION is to ______ a. raise revenue for the support of government b. reduce inequalities in wealth and incomes c. fortify the government against invaders d. make the country a leading industrialized country in the world
105. Which are ESSENTIAL for the COMPREHENSIVE
AGRARIAN REFORM PROGRAM to truly succeed? I. Granting the beneficiaries the right to sell the piece of land awarded to them II. Change of heart of the landlords and lawmakers III. Education of the beneficiaries a. II and III c. II only b. I,II and III d. III only
106. Which are TRUE of Cooperatives and the
Comprehensive Agrarian Reform? I. Intended to eliminate poverty in Philippine society II. Meant to alleviate poverty III. Are programs for people empowerment a. II and III c. II only b. III only d. I and III
107. Which ASSUMPTION underlies the
Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program? a. People are more productive if they own what they cultivate b. Our country has very few landed people and very many landless c. The wealth of the country is concentrated in the lands of a few d. there is so much poverty in the country because of overpopulation
108. What does “CAPITAL” in economics refer to?
a. Investment and loss computed b. outcome of a business transaction c. money/machines invested to transact business d. profit and labor spent for the business
109. What results when the GOVERNMENT SPENDS
MORE THAN WHAT IT COLLECTS in the form of taxes? a. excessive allotment b. fiscal overspending c. fiscal deficit d. erroneous appropriations
110. What is the type of cooperative which
PROMOTES THRIFT AMONG MEMBERS AND CREATES FUNDS in order to be able to grant loans? a. service c. consumers b. producers d. credit
111. One of the major FUNCTIONS OF TAXES is to
finance real government expenditures. Thus function can simply be stated as to ________________ a. promote development b. secure price stability c. raise revenue d. raise national security
112. Which term refers the measures undertaken
by the government which would REMOVE ANYTHING THAT HINDERS THE ENTRY OF FOREIGN PRODUCTS, services and capital between countries? a. liberalization c. privatization b. globalization d. internationalization
113. What do we call the SUM OF MONEY COLLECTED
for our use of a ROAD, BRIDGE AND HIGHWAY? a. tax c. penalty b. assessment d. toll
114. Which term refers to DUTIES PAYABLE ON
GOODS, whether imported or exported? a. assessment c. subsidiary b. tariff d. revenue
115. Which term refers to the SOCIAL ASPECTS OF
SEX or to socially defined roles and expectations that are associated with sex? a. social differentiation b. social class c. Gender d. cultural context
116. Among the developing Asian Nations, which
of the ff. is widely promoted to be the BETTER SOLUTION TO POVERTY AND UNEMPLOYMENT? a. privatization c. industrialization b. urbanization d. importation
117. STAGFLATION occurs when the economy
experiences _____________ a. rising prices and rising output b. rising prices and falling output c. falling prices and falling output d. falling prices and rising output
118. Which among the ff. is an example of a
TRANSFER PAYMENT? a. profit c. unemployment benefits b. rent d. government purchases
119. Which among the ff. best describes a
RECESSION? a. a fall in real GNP over two consecutive time periods b. an increase in real GNP from one period to the next c. nominal GNP declines from one period to the next d. no change in real GNP from one period to the next
120. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the sum of
the market value of the _________ a. intermediate goods b. final goods and services c. manufactured goods d. inferior goods and services
121. Which among the following is TRUE about a
MARKET ECONOMY? a. with a large enough computer, central planners could guide production more efficiently than markets b. market participants act as if guided by an invisible hand to produce outcomes that maximize social welfare. c. the strength of a market system is that it tends to distribute resources evenly across consumers d. taxes help prices communicate costs and benefits to producers and consumers
122. In a FREE MARKET ECONOMY, the allocation
of resources is determined by __________ a. votes taken by consumers b. central planning authority c. consumer preferences d. the level of profits of firms
123. TRADE-OFFS are required because wants are
unlimited and resources are __________ a. economical c. scarce b. unlimited d. marginal
124. RAISING TAXES AND INCREASING WELFARE
payments ______________ a. reduce market power b. prove that there is such a thing as a free lunch c. improve efficiency at the expense of equity d. improve equity at the expense of efficiency
125. The BURDEN OF A TAX FALLS MORE HEAVILY on
the sellers in a market when ________. a. both supply and demand are elastic b. both supply and demand are inelastic c. demand is inelastic and supply is elastic d. demand is elastic and supply is inelastic
126. Which situation is the best example of
CULTURE SHOCK? a. a native from New Zealand is so afraid of the big crowd in malls and along the roads during rush hours that he remarked “so many people!” b. the hippies rejected the establishment c. the Canadian use forks d. the Aetas don’t like sardines
127. Under which group to the SUNDAY CHURCH
GOERS in a Cathedral fall? a. secondary group c. tertiary group b. primary group d. elementary group
128. Which does one portray when he thinks that
what is FOREIGN IS BEST and that what is LOCAL IS INFERIOR. a. xenocentrism c. ethnocentrism b. relativism d. favoritism
129. Upon which is based the claim that there
is NO SINGLE UNIVERSAL STANDARD TO BE USED TO JUDGE ANY CULTURE-BASED? a. Cultural relativism b. culture shock c. cultural diversity d. ethical relativism
130. YOU WILL BE IN GOOD HANDS WHEN YOUR HOST
IS A FILIPINO because one outstanding trait of Filipinos is a. hospitality c. industry b. thrift d. cleanliness 131. The PHILIPPINES is dominantly a Christian country in the Orient, yet according to survey it is on the TOP 5 AS THE MOST CORRUPT NATION IN ASIA. What does this point to in Philippine Society? a. lack of cultural integration b. presence of cultural differences c. prevalence of ethnocentrism d. prevalence of xenocentrism
132. You have to take extra care when you
critique the work of a Filipino. Your NEGATIVE COMMENT may be mistaken to be an attack against person. Upon which Filipino trait is this advice based? a. extreme personalism b. adaptability c. sakop mentality d. bayanihan spirit
133. The expression PROMDI connotes
_________________ a. ethnocentrism c. favoritism b. xenocentrism d. racial discrimination
134. CHILDREN LEARN HOW TO OPEN A COCONUT AND
OTHER CHORES in a coconut farm. In this instance culture is transmitted by _________ a. immersion c. enculturation b. assimilation d. acculturation
135. When a person shows the ability to
understand and appreciate the similarities and differences in the customs, values and belief of one’s culture, he/she is said to ___________ a. possess multicultural literacy b. sociocultural aware c. possess global awareness d. possess social literacy
136. Which of the ff. statements accurately
reflects a strong “SCHOOL CULTURE”? a. has definite organizational core values b. has a network of communications c. has informal rules of behavior d. has high standards of performance
137. What are considered major goals of
MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION? I. Catering to diversity of learners II. Considering social class and ethnic groups III. Providing equal opportunities to education IV. Helping individuals and group survive despite differences in culture and beliefs. a. I,II, III and IV b. I,II and IV c. II and III d. III and IV
138. World history recorded that art became
emotional and dramatic during the Renaissance. What popular painting is part of the “IDYLLIC GOLDEN AGE” of art? a. Mona Lisa by Da Vinci b. Last Supper by Tintoretto c. Saint Theresa by Bernini d. The Calling of St. Matthew by Caravaggio 139. The CULTURAL HERITAGE OF SOUTHEAST ASIA has been designated by UNESCO as ________ a. World Heritage Sites b. World Tourist Spots c. World Cultural Heritage d. World International Center
140. Teachers should be encouraged to teach
FOLK KNOWLEDGE because ______ a. it is crucial in facing the basics of daily living b. it is included in the National Achievement Test c. it is a mandate of DepEd d. it is in keeping with curriculum change
141. What does a PROFESSIONAL CODE OF ETHICS
prescribe for all? a. moral standards and ethical behavior b. rules and regulations in practicing the profession c. strict implementation of laws of the land d. civic-mindedness and social consciousness
142. “MAN IS TO BE HAILED AS A SOCIAL BEING”.
What does this line mean? a. he necessarily attends social events b. he must introduce himself in social gatherings c. he does not live only for himself d. he does not need other people
143. Which is at the BASE OF A TRIANGLE that
shapes us into what we are? a. environment c. training b. heredity d. school attended
144. How do you describe a TYPICAL SOCIAL
STRUCTURE which describes a pattern through which relationships AT WORK are ordered? a. Technological c. Capitalistic b. Communistic d. Bureaucratic
145. A society cannot exist without a
government. Which word synonymous to GOVERNMENT? a. domination c. restraint b. Authority d. Check and balance
146. What does a “NUCLEAR FAMILY” consist of?
a. grandfathers and grandmothers b. father, mother, sons and daughters c. sons, daughters, and cousins d. sons, daughters and in-laws
147. What is the principal means through which
CULTURE IS TRANSMITTED FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION? a. community action c. family b. church d. language
148. MATERIAL CULTURE refers to the tangible
and concrete objects produced by man. Which are examples of material culture? a. stone walls of Tasaday b. ceremonies of Ivatans c. sinulog festival d. Moriones festival
149. Which HUMAN NEED is considered BASIC?
a. pleasure c. wealth b. security d. order
150. Which among the ff. represents a
DETRIMENTAL ASPECT of Philippine Culture and Society? a. palabra de honor b. delicadeza c. Amor propio d. Ningas cogon
151. Which among the ff. pertains to the
passionate FILIPINO DANCE THAT MAKES USE OF A FAN OR HANDKERCHIEF to illustrate a couple in romance? a. Itik Itik c. El Bimbo b. Pandango d. Carinosa
152. Which of the ff. best describes the
CONCEPT OF SOCIETY? a. a political entity b. the same as culture or nation c. limited by geographical boundaries d. organized interaction of people sharing land and culture
153. The PRIMARY BIOLOGICAL LIMITATION OF
NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING is that it is _____________ a. expensive and very unreliable b. only suitable for females with regular periods c. cannot satisfy people’s sexual urges d. goes against the tenets of the Catholic church
154. Which of the ff. types of societies CAME
FIRST DURING SOCIETAL EVOLUTION? a. Horticultural c. Agricultural b. industrial d. Mass
155. In a sociological sense, earning a 1.0
Grade Weighted Average (GWA) makes you a deviant because ________________ a. you only could have gotten that GWA by cheating b. a GWA of 1.0 is not the norm c. it alienates you from your peer group d. it improves your status
156. What is the underlying THEORY OF THE
BELIEF THAT THE DEPED AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS SHOULD EXERT DELIBERATE EFFORTS to construct a satisfying culture for education? a. cultural revitalization theory b. utopian theory c. anarchistic theory d. revival theory
157. What COMMITTEE WAS FOUNDED IN 1978 to
promote effective cooperation and enhance solidarity among the peoples of ASEAN? a. Committee on Culture and Information b. Committee on Regional Cooperation c. Committee on Culture and Arts d. Committee on Cultural Heritage
158. Teachers should be encouraged to teach
FOLK KNOWLEDGE because ______ a. it is a mandate of DepEd b. it is included in the National Achievement Test c. it is crucial in facing the basics of daily living d. it is in keeping with curriculum change
159. If one agrees with Rizal on the BEST WAY
TO REDEEM OUR COUNTRY, what would he do? a. work for quality education for all b. campaign for more foreign investors c. attract tourists to come to the country d. do advocacy for health programs to get the biggest share in the national budget
160. Based on his work “SA AKING MGA KABABATA”,
would Rizal favor the use of mother tongue in the early grades? a. yes b. no c. he did not express it clearly d. yes, but mixed with English
161. How did Rizal’s NOLI ME TANGERE contribute
to the development of his countrymen? a. it awakened them to the oppressive rule of Spain b. it exposed to them the scandals of the friars c. it taught them to love their local language d. it pictured for them the ideal Filipina
162. If they were to come back to life, who
among the following would be the MOST VOCAL TO SPEAK AGAINST THE COUNTRY’S FOREIGN POLICY of close association with America? a. Claro M. Recto, Leon Ma.Guerrero b. Claro M. Recto, Jose P. Laurel c. Leon Ma. Guerrero, Jose P. Laurel d. Jose P. Laurel, Elpidio Quirino
163. Why was MELCHORA AQUINO arrested and
exiled to Guam? Because she _____ a. supplied the Katipuneros with food and clothing b. fought side by side with the Katipuneros c. openly disagreed with the encomenderos d. published an article the Spaniards
164. To stimulate the nation’s economy and
INCREASE EMPLOYMENT, former President DIOSDADO MACAPAGAL a. abolished government repressive controls b. borrowed money from the world Bank c. standardized the salaries of government employees d. gave incentives to home cottage industries
165. In his “LA INDOLENCIA DEL FILIPINO”,
Rizal’s thinking was the rich natural resources of the Philippines and the favorable climate were not a blessing after all for the Filipino. Which explains this? The rich natural resources and the favorable climate of the country ________. a. Encouraged the “get by” mentality b. Led to disunity c. Made the Filipinos compete against one another d. Enabled the Filipinos to earn college degrees
166. “THERE ARE NO TYRANTS WHERE THERE ARE NO
SLAVES”. Which logically explains this? I. If the Filipinos were treated as slaves by the Spaniards it was because they allowed themselves to be treated as such II. It was equally the fault of the Filipinos why the Spaniards treated them as slaves III. The Spaniards were tyrants and so they treated the Filipinos as slaves a. I and II c. III b. I d. II
167. In what sense is the Filipino likened to a
BAMBOO? a. he is flexible c. he is ambitious b. he is sturdy d. he is versatile
168. The Filipino’s INDOMITABLE SPIRIT is shown
in his _________ a. ability to survive c. friendliness b. utang na loob d. self-reliance
169. The Filipino trait does GAWAD KALINGA
build on? a. bayanihan spirit c. adaptability b. joy and humor d. extreme personalism 170. Out of used illustration boards, students came up with CUTE AND FUNCTIONAL BAGS for school children. Which Filipino trait is exhibited? a. creativity c. pagkabayani b. adaptability d. family-orientedness
171. To which trait are the ORGANIZATION AND
SUCCESS OF COOPERATIVES in the country attributed? a. pagsasamahan sa kabuhayan b. creativity c. pakikisama sa kapwa d. adaptability
172. NOLI ME TANGERE was Jose Rizal’s first
novel. Experts consider this work historically significant because it was instrumental in establishing which of the ff.? a. National identity b. fight against graft and corruption c. inciting the seeds of Filipinos d. love for education
173. Which among the ff. is NOT a Filipino
quality emphasized in the Noli Me Tangere of Dr. Jose Rizal? a. Devotion of a Filipina b. Deep sense of gratitude c. common sense of Filipinos d. innate subersiveness
174. In Rizal’s time, which among the ff. were
PRESSING ISSUES IN PHILIPPINE SOCIETY that were presented in the EL FILIBUSTERISMO? I. Educational reform II. Superstition masquerading as religion III. Abuses of friars a. II and III c. I and II b. I, II and III d. I and III
175. Which among the ff. is the main theme of
the EL FILIBUSTERISMO? a. ideal means of achieving social reform b. Rizal’s hope for a revolution c. Curing the social cancer d. Abuses and indecency of friars
176. Apolinario Mabini was known as the
“SUBLIME PARALYTIC”. Which among the ff. represents his most significant contribution to the development of the Filipino nation? a. peaceful social reform b. resilience despite affliction c. revolutionarism d. free masonry
177. MARCELO H. DEL PILAR DEMONSTRATED A
MILITANT AND PROGRESSIVE OUTLOOK derived from the classic Enlightenment tradition of the French philosophies and the scientific empiricism of the EUROPEAN BOURGEOISIE. Which of the ff. represents the tenet of his ideology? I. Truth II. Fairness III. Impartiality a. II and III c. I and III b. I,II and III d. I and II
178. “Your honor, how can the persecution dare
try to send this poor, defenseless child to jail for the murder of his father and mother? Have a heart! THE BOY IS AN ORPHAN”. Is this argument valid? a. no, this is a fallacy, an appeal to pity b. no, this is faulty reasoning c. yes, nobody can disagree d. no, this violates the rules of logic
179. “All the laws are the product of
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY”. Newton discovered several products of legislative activity. Is this argument logical? a. no, the error is due to the equivocal use of the word “law” b. it’s good that the NCEE was abolished because that would mean only those fit for college would go to college c. The NCEE served as a measure to counteract the “diploma mill” mentality of the Filipinos d. partially logical
180. LET’S ASSUME THAT UNIVERSITIES WILL BE
REQUIRED TO OFFER EDUCATION PROGRAM AT THE GRADUATE RATHER THAN AT THE UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL. Based on this information, how should you respond? a. Improbable c. Disagree b. Agree d. Neutral 181. one REASON WHY NCEE WAS ABOLISHED was because it was anti-poor. Which explanation logically supports this reasoning? a. most of those who did not pass the NCEE were graduates of deprived schools b. it’s good that the NCEE was abolished because that would mean only to those fit for college would go to college c. The NCEE served as a measure to counteract the “diploma mill” d. College education liberates the poor from the bondage of poverty
182. Which philosophical premise does NOT
support scientific inquiry? a. reality is objective b. group awareness is an integral part of knowledge c. human perceptual systems correctly perceive reality d. rational explanations exist for real-world phenomena
183. The EXPRESSIONIST PAINTERS at the turn of
the century tried to depict a state of mind rather than to make a realistic copy of some object. In other words, expressionist paintings _____________. a. give the feeling rather than the appearance of things b. resemble camera snapshots c. are all about people d. are all done in oils 184. Those who have a DEEP APPRECIATION OF THE BEAUTIFUL tend to ________ the good and the beautiful. a. preserve c. spoil b. discard d. hide
185. Art and music are necessary ingredients to
a child’s education. Which statement supports the idea of this sentence? I. Music and art intensify a child’s imagination II. Music teaches discipline, team work, math and poetry through rhythm III. Painting helps a kinesthetic learner express abstract concepts in concrete forms a. I,II,III c. I and II b. III only d. I only
186. ART AND MUSIC are essential ingredients to
a child’s education, yet ironically both subjects are the first disciplines to be eliminated when budget is in adequate. In an effort to streamline school budget and teach only the basics, we usually reduce curriculum to a lifeless routine of issues that lack color, shapes, sounds and rhythm. What does the paragraph confirm? I. The importance of the arts in the education to children II. The meaninglessness of school curriculum III. The insignificance of the arts in the school curriculum a. I c. II b. III d. I and II 187. Is it moral to suppress WORKERS’ RIGHTS TO FORM UNIONS in times of national emergency and why? I. No, suppression of rights will always be a violation of human rights II. Yes, the nation’s security takes precedence over the rights of any private association III. Yes, public safety must be thought of before private gain a. II and III c. I b. II d. III
188. In times of war, soldiers must be ready to
give up their lives in defense of the nation. Which NORMATIVE RELATIONSHIP applies in this case? a. greater urgency-saving the living before burying the dead b. wide social order the family before the individual c. more common good public safety before private gain d. higher law inalienable rights vs. alienable
189. Your classmate had been sick and so had
been absent from class. To help him pass, you allow him to COPY YOUR ANSWER. Was allowing him to copy your answer morally justified? a. yes, the end justifies the means b. no, the end does not justify the means c. it depends on how sincere you were d. it depends on how much assistance you gave to your classmate 190. A WIFE WHO LOVES HER HUSBAND DEARLY becomes so jealous that in a moment of savage rage, kills him. Is a wife morally responsible and why? a. no, antecedent passion may completely destroy freedom and consequently moral responsibility b. yes, she killed her husband simply because of jealousy c. no, I’m not the only one doing it d. yes, I acted with full knowledge and consent
191. You failed the LET twice. You heard of
someone processing FAKE PROFESSIONAL TEACHER’S LICENSE for failed LET examinees for a fee of P50,000. You approach her and get a fake license for a fee. Are you morally responsible? a. no, while I know is wrong, it is my only way to redeem myself b. yes, but my desperate need for a license will lessen my moral responsibility c. no, I’m not the only one doing it d. yes, I acted with full knowledge and consent
192. Who has greater moral responsibility and
why? The LAZY MASTER TEACHER who does not teach well or the BEGINNING TEACHER who is groping while she teaches and so does not teach well either. a. the master teacher, who is older and more experienced b. the master teacher, who is expected to have more knowledge and freedom c. cannot be determined; age and experience do not necessarily make one more knowledgeable and free d. both are equally morally responsible; they are both professional teachers.
193. I happen to have unknowingly received
COUNTERFEIT MONEY from someone. At the earliest opportunity. I pass it on to someone who is not aware. Am I morally responsible? a. no, you only passing on to another the burden that you unknowingly received b. no, the counterfeit money did not originally come from you c. yes, your act is a perfect voluntary one d. yes, you commit another wrong
194. Can children who have not reached the age
of reason and have acquired FOUL LANGUAGE be held responsible? a. no, the bad habit has been contracted involuntarily and unintentionally b. yes, while they have not reached the age of reason, they already have a sense of what is good and bad c. yes, from their parents they have come to know that it is bad habit d. we cannot say yes or no; we don’t know what is inside the children’s mind and learn
195. A Boy Scout leaps into the sea to save a
companion in danger of being DROWNED, though he may lose his life. Is he morally justified to risk his life? a. no b. it depends on whether the Boy Scout can swim or not c. yes d. no, if the boy being drowned did it to commit suicide
196. Which one goes with this principle: “THE
END DOES NOT JUSTIFY THE MEANS” a. an objective evil act can never become good inspite of the good motive b. an objectively good act may become evil because of a bad motive c. an indifferent act may become morally good or evil depending on the motive d. both are equally morally responsible; they are both professional teachers
197. I get P5,000 pesos from the funds raised
during Valentine’s Day without the knowledge of the committee and donate it to a foundation serving a group of handicap. Is my act of getting P5, 000 from the funds justified? a. yes, the means justifies the end b. yes, the end justifies the means c. no, the end does not justify the means d. yes, if you intend to tell the committee afterwards
198. Which illustrates this principle:
“CIRCUMTANCES MAY CHANGE A GOOD OR AN INDIFFERENT ACT INTO A PUNISHABLE ONE” a. you, the teacher, insulting a student is worse than a student belittling a classmate b. to steal money from a poor classmate is worse than to steal from a rich classmate c. slapping someone at a moment of rage is not as slapping someone for thrill d. you sleep seated on a chair at the back while you make your class copy from the board.
199. I DON’T LIKE TO READ THE BULLETIN BOARD,
for I suspect that the deadline for grades is posted there. Which type of ignorance do I possess? a. Affected ignorance b. Vincible ignorance c. Invincible ignorance d. Crass ignorance
200. I PRETEND NOT TO BE ABLE TO PLAY SEVERAL
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTAL. I may get tied as an instrumentalist of the Church choir. Which type of ignorance do I have? a. invincible ignorance b. supine ignorance c. affected ignorance d. vincible ignorance
201. Which illustrate this principle:
“ANTECEDENT PASSION MAY COMPLETELY DESTROY FREEDOM AND CONSEQUENTLY MORAL RESPONSIBILITY”. a. a teacher harbors a grudge against a colleague and builds himself up to a state of frenzy and strikes his colleague. b. a man broods over an insult received from an enemy, goes drinking and finally attacks his enemy c. a person in danger of being drowned goes into panic and holds on to a companion who also drowns d. b and c
202. When can we say that a PERSON HAS VALUES?
a. lives a life of integrity, sincerity and commitment b. enjoys life of leisure and pleasure c. works towards self-aggrandizement d. lives a life of merriment in the company of others
203. What does the term : “CHIAROSCURO” refer
to? a. an exaggeratedly dark background and light foreground creating the effect of space b. exaggerated shadows making colours more intense c. a dark-shaded pigment created from a mixture of water and egg yolk d. a style of brush work which creates shading
204. What is the purpose of an UNDERPAINTING?
a. it prevents the paint from seeping through the canvas b. it helps date the painting c. to create a rough sketch directly on the work surface d. it avoids over painting
205. What is a GLAZE?
a. paint diluted with water b. a color diluted with white c. paint diluted with olive oil d. paint diluted with linseed oil
206. What a STUDENT CAN DO DIFFERS FROM WHAT HE
WILL DO. What does this prove? a. motivation and ability always go together b. students of today are hardly motivated c. ability is the opposite of motivation d. motivation differs from ability
207. You are often told: “POVERTY IS NOT A
HINDRANCE TO SUCCESS”. What does this imply? a. The promdi student does not succeed because of his/her origin b. What a person becomes in life is a product of his/her environment c. a person is totally conditioned by his/her environment d. it is other people that hinder people succeed
208. Pedro easily carried the television by
himself when his neighbor’s house was on fire. But when the fire was over, he could not bring it back to the house alone. This is on ACCOUNT OF THE HORMONE ______________ a. pancreatin c. adrenalin b. insulin d. ptyalin
209. Simulation is good for the brain. Which
action is a logical application for this? a. train your child to obey orders blindly b. retire early so you will be spread of the challenge of work c. avoid giving challenging tasks to teenagers for they get easily discouraged d. give to children toys that they can manipulate
210. A biology teacher asked each one in the
class to introduce himself/herself using biological concepts. FOUR STUDENTS INTRODUCED THEMSELVES as follows: I have XX chromosomes I have XY chromosomes I have so much testosterone in my blood stream I have much estrogen circulating within me. What is TRUE of the four students? a. Two are girls b. Two are tomboys c. two are effeminate d. the four have identity problems
211. A biology teacher described herself
biologically: “MY ESTROGEN LEVEL IS DECREASING AND I HAVE SIGNS FOR OSTEOPOROSIS.” What is TRUE of the biology teacher? a. she is a spinster b. she is in her late adolescence c. she is in her post-menopausal period d. she is a chain smoker
212. Which statement on human intelligence is
CORRECT? a. it consists of multiple intelligence b. it is reliably measured by a verbal test c. it is verbal ability and abstract reasoning d. it is fixed at birth 213. Which idea CONTRADICT THE CONCEPT OF FREE WILL? a. evolutionary theory b. creationism c. Memetics d. biological determinism
214. A behavioural psychologist would probably
say that_______ a. introspection is a useful way to study mental processes b. the mind is most important when analyzing behavior c. we act based on rewards and punishments received d. the unconscious stimulates our behavior
215. Which among the ff. are qualities of an
AUTHORITARIAN PARENT? a. high level of both control and warmth b. high level of control, and a low level of warmth c. low level of both control and warmth d. low level of control, and a high level of warmth