Readings in Philippine History

What is the primary purpose of a constitution?

• To create educational policies

• To define the economy of a country

• To enforce international laws

• To establish the rights and duties of citizens and the government

Which country has the shortest written constitution?

• India

• Japan

• Monaco

• United States

What kind of constitution is characterized by being formally written and documented?

• Evolved Constitution

• Rigid Constitution

• Unwritten Constitution

• Written Constitution

What is an example of a flexible constitution?

• 1987 Philippine Constitution

• Australian Constitution

• Israeli Constitution

• Japanese Constitution of 1889

What are the essential parts of a good written constitution?

• Constitution of Governance, Constitution of Liberty, Constitution of Sovereignty

• Executive, Legislative, Judicial Sections

• Preamble, Articles, Amendments

• Rights of Citizens, Rules of the Government, Framework of Laws

Which constitution is an example of an evolved constitution?

• Australian Constitution

• English Constitution

• Japanese Constitution of 1889

• United States Constitution

What is the significance of the Constitution of Liberty in a written constitution?

• It describes the government's framework and powers.

• It defines the roles of the executive and legislative branches.

• It guarantees fundamental rights and limits government power.

• It outlines the rules for amending the constitution.

What was the main feature of the Biak-na-Bato Constitution?

• Creation of a Democratic Government

• Establishment of a Federal Government

• Formation of a Revolutionary Government

• Union of Church and State

 Which constitution was formulated during the Japanese Occupation?

• 1943 Constitution

• 1973 Constitution

• 1987 Constitution

• Freedom Constitution

Which constitution created a parliamentary form of government under Marcos?

• 1935 Constitution

• 1973 Constitution

• 1987 Constitution

• Freedom Constitution