Philippine Constitution Quiz

What is the definition of the Constitution?

• A collection of historical documents

• A set of guidelines for citizens only

• A body of rules and maxims

• A list of government officials

Which provision of the Constitution is applicable and enforceable without the need for additional laws?

• Revision provisions

• Non-executing provisions

• Self-executing provisions

• Amendment provisions

What is the difference between amendments and revisions of the Constitution?

• Amendments are permanent changes, while revisions are temporary

• Amendments are done by the President, while revisions are done by Congress

• Amendments require a referendum, while revisions do not

• Amendments are minor changes, while revisions are major changes

Who can propose amendments to the Constitution?

• Only the President

• Congress, Constitutional Convention, and People's Initiative

• Only the Senate

• Congress and Constitutional Convention

What kind of Constitution is the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

• Unwritten and flexible

• Flexible and rigid

• Written and enacted

• Unwritten and evolved

Which Constitution was in effect during the Marcos Era?

• 1935 Constitution

• 1943 Constitution

• 1973 Constitution

• 1986 Freedom Constitution

What is the purpose of the Constitution?

• To limit the power of the government

• To establish a monarchy

• To abolish human rights

• To promote corruption

What is the Doctrine of Constitutional Supremacy?

• The Constitution is the highest law that all other laws must follow

• The President has supreme power over the Constitution

• The Constitution is subordinate to international laws

• The Constitution can be changed by a simple majority

Which stage involves the actual voting by the people to approve amendments or revisions?

• Proposal Stage

• Judicial Stage

• Ratification Stage

• Congressional Stage

Who can create a Constitutional Convention to propose revisions?

• Congress

• Only the Senate

• The Supreme Court

• Only the President