Political and Economic Structures Quiz

What is the role of the Executive Branch in the Philippine government?

• To create and amend laws

• To interpret and enforce laws

• To resolve legal disputes

• To allocate the budget

Who appoints the Cabinet in the Philippine government?

• The Senate

• The Vice President

• The House of Representatives

• The President

Which of the following best describes the concept of authority according to Max Weber?

• The use of power through threats

• The legitimate right to exercise power

• The influence of wealth on governance

• The forceful imposition of rules

Which branch of government has the power to review laws for their constitutionality?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Local

Traditional authority is based on which of the following principles?

• Extraordinary personal skills

• Legally created rules

• Long-standing cultural patterns

• Military force

What could be the impact of continuous increases in petrol prices on the economy?

• The prices of other goods will remain the same

• The prices of goods such as fruits and vegetables may increase

• Petrol prices only affect transportation

• It will have no impact on the economy

What type of authority is based on extraordinary personal qualities that inspire loyalty?

• Rational-legal authority

• Traditional authority

• Charismatic authority

• Coercive authority

Which of the following describes negative reciprocity in an economic transaction?

• A fair exchange between equals

• A deceitful transaction where one party gains more

• A delayed but mutual exchange of services

• A voluntary act of charity

In a system of redistribution, who is responsible for overseeing the collection and distribution of goods?

• Private businesses

• Central authority, like a chief or leader

• Each individual in society

• Non-governmental organizations

How does market exchange function in an economy?

• Goods are exchanged without monetary involvement

• The price is determined by supply and demand

• The government decides the price of goods

• Goods are shared equally among citizens