GE2- Final Quiz

How did the 1935 Constitution differ in structure after its 1940 amendment?

• It adopted a unicameral legislature

• It included a provision for a bicameral Congress

• It removed term limits for the presidency

• It established permanent military governance

Which of the following was a feature of the Malolos Constitution not seen in the 1935 Constitution?

• Bicameral legislature

• Declaration of natural rights

• Gender-inclusive suffrage

• Detailed articles on popular sovereignty

What was the significance of the Pact of Biak-na-Bato in Philippine history?

• It enforced the Malolos Constitution

• It marked a truce between Filipinos and Spain

• It granted suffrage rights

• It led to the 1935 Commonwealth Constitution

What was the significance of the Philippine Organic Act of 1902?

• It established the first Philippine Republic

• It provided Filipinos with a bill of rights

• It declared independence from Spain

• It removed all American influence in governance

Under the 1987 Constitution, what key feature ensures that proposed constitutional amendments are reflective of the people's will?

• Congressional approval without public consultation.

• A majority vote in a national referendum.

• Presidential approval of proposed amendments.

• Automatic implementation of People's Initiative proposals.

Imagine the Constitutional Commission of 1986 had decided to retain the 1973 Constitution instead of drafting a new one. Which of the following would most likely have been a challenge?

• Restoring public trust in a document associated with authoritarian rule.

• Implementing judicial reforms to align with international standards.

• Balancing executive and legislative powers under a parliamentary system.

• Revising the party-list system to include marginalized sectors.

Consider the People's Initiative (PI) provision under the 1987 Constitution. If Congress had enacted enabling legislation for the PI, what potential political issue might arise?

• Decreased voter participation due to legal complexity.

• Overuse of the PI mechanism for minor constitutional amendments.

• Strengthened executive powers over the legislative branch.

• Frequent conflicts between Congress and the Supreme Court.

What does the postponement of the 1973 plebiscite and the use of Citizen Assemblies reveal about President Marcos' intentions regarding the ratification of the 1973 Constitution?

• He wanted to ensure widespread public participation.

• He sought to bypass legitimate democratic processes to secure approval.

• He aimed to delay political reform due to financial constraints.

• He was focused on gathering more public feedback before implementation.

How did the introduction of the Interim Batasang Pambansa in the 1976 amendments affect the balance of power in the Philippine government during martial law?

• It restored power to the legislative branch.

• It solidified the president's control over both executive and legislative powers.

• It strengthened the independence of the judiciary.

• It limited the president's ability to declare martial law.

Given the events leading to the ratification of the 1987 Constitution, what principle should legislators prioritize to prevent future abuses of power?

• Expanding executive powers during emergencies.

• Ensuring checks and balances among government branches.

• Centralizing legislative authority in a single body.

• Allowing unlimited terms for elected officials.