DepEd Matatag Curriculum Quiz

1. What does MATATAG primarily aim to address in the basic education system?

• A. Increase the number of school days

• B. Modernize classroom infrastructure

• C. Streamline and strengthen the curriculum

• D. Increase homework load for learners

2. What is one major reason for the curriculum revision under MATATAG?

• A. Too few subjects being offered

• B. Overcrowded learning competencies in the old K to 12 curriculum

• C. Lack of teacher training in ICT

• D. Limited school buildings

3. Under MATATAG, which grade levels are prioritized for full implementation starting SY 2024–2025?

• A. Grades 6 to 10

• B. Kindergarten to Grade 3

• C. Grades 4 to 6

• D. Grade 7 to Grade 12

4. Which of the following is a new learning area under the MATATAG Curriculum?

• A. EsP (Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao)

• B. Araling Panlipunan

• C. Makabansa

• D. MAPEH

5. What is emphasized in Grades K–3 under MATATAG?

• A. Independent research and thesis writing

• B. Specialization in STEM or HUMSS

• C. Foundational literacy, numeracy, and values education

• D. Introduction to business and entrepreneurship

6. What does a "decongested curriculum" mean in the context of MATATAG?

• A. More topics covered in shorter time

• B. Fewer subjects but more tests

• C. Reduced number of competencies to allow mastery

• D. Removal of extracurricular activities

7. How does MATATAG promote peace and good citizenship?

• A. Through rigorous discipline enforcement

• B. Through intensified Values and Peace Education

• C. By removing non-academic subjects

• D. By promoting competition among students

8. What classroom strategy best supports literacy under MATATAG for early grade learners?

• A. Advanced grammar drills

• B. Lecture-based textbook lessons

• C. Memorization of long poems

• D. Story-based and play-based learning

9. Where can teachers and student interns access the updated MATATAG materials?

• A. YouTube and Facebook pages

• B. DepEd Commons and LRMDS portals

• C. Private school curriculum websites

• D. Local bookstore chains

10. What is expected from pre-service teachers during their OJT under the MATATAG Curriculum?

• A. To assist and adapt to the new curriculum’s approach

• B. To teach senior high school specialization courses

• C. To create their own subject areas

• D. To conduct research only, not teach