G2 RPH: THE PHILIPPINE CONSTITUTION

Why did the legislative branch hold more power than the executive?

• To prevent the concentration of power and potential dictatorship

• To mimic American governance

• To avoid military involvement in politics

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Why was Felipe Calderón chosen to lead the drafting of the Malolos Constitution?

• He was Aguinaldo's closest ally.

• His proposal balanced revolutionary ideals and practical governance.

• His conservative ideas appealed to the Spanish government.

• He supported strong executive powers like Mabini’s suggestion.

In the early 1970s, the Philippine government, under martial law, imposed strict control over the country, leading to the arrest and exile of political leaders and convention members. The government also rushed the creation of a new constitution to consolidate power. How did the declaration of Martial Law affect the 1973 Philippine Constitution?

• It accelerated the constitutional convention’s work.

• It led to the arrest, exile, and intimidation of many convention delegates.

• It resulted in a peaceful ratification of the constitution.

• It caused the immediate establishment of a new government system.

What was the outcome of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution?

• Marcos was re-elected as president.

• The 1973 Constitution was restored.

• Marcos was forced into exile, and Corazon Aquino became president.

• Martial Law was reinstated.

During the Spanish era in the Philippines, Spanish authorities implemented the encomienda system, where Spanish settlers were granted control over indigenous communities. These settlers were responsible for protecting the natives and providing them with religious education. What was the main purpose of this system?

• To improve trade relations with neighboring countries

• To protect the natives and provide religious instruction

• To allow Filipinos to govern themselves independently

• To establish diplomatic relations with the United States Answer

What was the primary constitutional change under the 1973 Philippine Constitution during the Marcos regime?

• Establishment of the Presidential form of government

• Shift to a Parliamentary form of government

• Recognition of human rights laws

• Granting full independence from the United States

Imagine a country is struggling with unclear laws, corruption, and violations of citizens' rights. To address these issues, the government decides to create a document that will clearly define the structure of government, protect people's freedoms, and ensure fairness. What is the purpose of this document?

• To outline the rules of international trade

• To regulate business operations within a country

• To provide guidelines for cultural traditions

• To establish the framework of government, protect citizens' rights, and ensure justice and order

Which of the following best describes a rigid constitution?

• A constitution that can be easily amended by a simple majority vote
  

• A constitution that allows for rapid changes to address immediate issues
  

• A constitution that requires a complex and deliberate process for amendments to protect core principles
  

• A constitution that is primarily concerned with economic policies

  
  

Which constitution was written in 1934 with the goal of achieving Philippine independence from the United States and was in operation during the Commonwealth era?

• The 1935 Constitution

• The 1947 Constitution

• The 1973 Constitution

• The 1987 Constitution

During the Commonwealth period, the Philippines initially had a presidential system with a unicameral National Assembly. However, in 1940, an amendment was made to establish a bicameral Congress and change the presidential term. If you were a member of the Constitutional Convention in 1940, which of the following changes would you support and why?

• A. Maintaining the unicameral National Assembly to simplify the legislative process

• B. Establishing a bicameral Congress to provide more checks and balances between the Senate and House of Representatives

• C. Keeping the president’s term at six years with no reelection to ensure stability

• D. Reducing the presidential term to two years with unlimited reelection to promote political freedom