SS10 - Diagnostic Exam

Which is not a contemporary issue?

• Natural calamities

• Sources of livelihood

• Our ancestors' way of life

• Current political situation in the country

Why is flooding a perennial problem in Metro Manila?

• Because of clogged drainages and waterways

• Because of frequent heavy rains

• Because of strong typhoons

• Because of denuded forests

What does not describe climate change?

• seasonal change in climate

• increase atmospheric temperature of Earth

• increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere

• melting of ice caps in cold regions of the world

Which can be considered the primary source of unemployment in the Philippines?

• Calamities

• High population

• Lack of available jobs

• Increase in foreign businesses

What is the focus of sustainable development?

• Climate change

• Increase of population in the world

• Skills and training for people in various fields

• Natural resources that can be utilized and developed

In general, why do Filipinos migrate to other country?

• Their political situation in the Philippines is uncertain

• Their residence is devastated by natural disaster

• Their relatives from other countries petition them

• They are looking for a better job

How did the Philippines address the tension in the West Philippine Sea?

• It tried to match the military force of China.

• It united with other member countries of ASEAN

• It filed a case at the International Court of Justice

• It sought help from the United Nations

Which of the following best shows the effect of political dynasties in government?

• Increase in political parties

• Increase in workers' salaries

• One family holding power for a long time

• Foreigners leading the country

What do we call the illegal use of public funds for personal gain?

• Tax Evasion

• Graft and corruption

• Legislation

• Bribery and Extortion

Which of the following is an example of a human rights violation?

• Implementing a youth curfew

• Removing the inactive voters data

• Isolating the carriers of virus from the society

• Suppressing freedom of speech