Trivia Questions - First Day Activity

Which SHS strand is best for students aiming for engineering or medicine in college?

• STEM

• ABM

• HUMSS

• GAS

STEM, ABM, and HUMMS are the strands offered by the Senior High School Department. What is the meaning of the abbreviation HUMSS?

• Humanities and Social Status

• Humanities and Social Synergy

• Humanities and Social Sciences

• Humanities and Social Security

Which of the following is a benefit of the SHS program in the Philippines?

• Automatic college admission

• Better job readiness and employability

• Guaranteed scholarship abroad

• Exemption from college entrance exams

Which past president of the Philippines signed the Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) program into law?

• Benigno Cojuangco Aquino III

• Rodrigo Roa Duterte

• Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

• Joseph Ejercito Estrada

Answer explanation

The K-12 program was introduced during the administration of the late president Benigno Aquino III.

Which subject is NOT typically part of the STEM strand?

• Principles of Marketing

• General Chemistry

• General Biology

• Pre-Calculus

How many semesters are there in one SHS school year?

• one

• two

• three

• four

The following subjects in Senior High School are core subjects except:

• Oral Communication in Context

• English for Academic and Professional Purposes

• Understanding Culture Society and Politics

• Komunikasyon at Pananaliksik sa Wika at Kulturang Pilipino

Which SHS strand is best for students aiming to pursue business or entrepreneurship?

• STEM

• ABM

• HUMSS

• Arts and Design

Which government agency oversees the implementation of Senior High School in the Philippines?

• Commission on Higher Education

• Department of Education

• Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

• Department of Science and Technology

How many years does the Philippine Senior High School (SHS) program cover?

• one year

• two years

• three years

• four years