This branch is composed of Chief Justice and 14 Associate Justices.

This branch is composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

This branch interprets the law and imposes punishment on violators.

This branch has a duty to pass the annual national budget that will be the basis of government’s expenditures.

This branch is in charge of the law making processes of the state.

In this branch, the president has the power to reject laws passed by the Congress to a veto.

This branch has the power to hear and resolve conflicts between citizens or between the citizens and the government.

In this branch, a member of the House of Representatives should be a natural-born citizen of the Philippines and at least twenty-five years old.

Based on this branch, the Commander-in-Chief has the authority to grant amnesty, and pardon to commute the sentence of a prisoner.

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances among the branches of government?

How does the Separation of Powers prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

What is the most commonly known government revenue source?

Which type of tax is seen on a paycheck?

What is the purpose of licensing and permit revenues?

Which government revenue stream charges for things produced or taken care of for the public?

What is the main goal of the World Bank?

What is the primary function of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas?

Which country is not mentioned as a creditor for the Philippines?

What is the risk of having a high external debt on a country's economy?

What type of accounts represent the majority of the Philippines' external debt?

What is the purpose of borrowing for governments?

Which government revenue source is purpose-specific and not used for general spending?

What type of products are frequently included in government sales?

What is the primary source of government funds mentioned in the text?

What is the role of the Department of Motor Vehicles in generating revenue?

What is the main function of government fees?

The governor of Metropolitan Manila.

It refers to Marcos' friends who benefitted from the wealth of the country.

The people who disappeared during martial law and were never found.

The proclamation that started the martial law period.

The proclamation that ended the martial law period.

It is the direct control of the military on the government in response to threats.

It is the coalition of the Nacionalista, Liberal, and other parties that supported President Marcos.

It refers to the major demonstrations and protests that happened in the first 3 months of 1970.

The place where a bomb explosion happened during the political rally of Liberal Party.

It refers to the period under the strict control of government.

The privilege that was suspended to supposedly capture the people behind the bombing.

Its objective was to frame the new constitution and change the prevailing 1935 Constitution.

It is where the movies, concerts, plays, and art exhibits could be showcased.

It is established to create an independent Islamic State of Mindanao.

It is composed of civilian groups who helped defend their communities against rebels.

He was the president who promoted miracle rice.

It is the program that led the planting of Miracle Rice in the farms.

It encouraged the establishment of small- and medium-scale industries during Marcos' time.

It was established to manage job creation in the country.

It was in charge of the deployment of Filipino workers abroad.

• Who said this quotation?

• “Our leaders must not only make sure that our future is enhanced but also that those who plundered the country must also be punished,”

• The ___________________was mainly made to stop poverty.

• He was bribed 1 billion Pesos by the Amari, for exchange of 3 islands at Manila Bay. He was also part of the Clark Centennial Expo Scandal. Making his name tainted with graft and corruption.

The government introduced the telecommunications industry, and that time was the birth of PLDT, a popular telecommunications company.

________ approved the Oil Deregulation Law, which prohibited any government officials to tamper with the prices of the oil, and instead let it be in control of the international oil market. The results made more oil companies be attracted to the Philippines.

• Rebels who were associated with Marcos tried to overthrow the government, which ended up with an unstable economic state and political instability.

________ made “BOT” which invited more public forms of transportation to be made.

The country was in a poor state, as the old Marcos administration owed foreign countries 28 billion dollars, and the coups made the economic state even worse… Prices were raised and the Philippine Peso value dropped.

________ made the decision to join the organization named “APEC”, which improved free trade.

ower supply was in a very limited state, due to the lack of generation in the country. So brownouts and blackouts were common.

________ made projects to help with the poverty issues and established many resources and needs for the less fortunate people.

The country was in great debt, even though Marcos was telling foreign countries that they’re “improving.”

________ created the “Philippines 2000” to help stabilize the country by making industries.

Poverty was at its all time high, with many people getting malnourished

________ made a Commision towards Human Rights, which was made to equalize all the classes, gender, and/or races. And made many reforms to help with the economy and agriculture, boosting our economy.

• 2 laws were made to make finance of the Philippines more open to the international standards and community.

________ also aimed to help restore the government after Marcos resigned, and many political prisoners were released.

He made the “Clear Air Act” which aimed to reduce air pollution.

________ established the Freedom Constitution, which aimed to overall improve the country, by being more open towards the community, getting rid of any graft or corruption, and changes that would improve the system.

He was accused of corruption, due to his family accepting bribes from other organizations or groups.

People weren’t allowed to express their opinions freely. He made strict rules, arrested those who disagreed with him.

Who said this quotation?

“We have to change the system. The system is very rotten. The executive is corrupt, the Congress is corrupt, the judiciary is corrupt. ... So what's left We really have to have a radical and surgical change to bring back the image of our country.”

Who said this quotation?

“Freedom of expression - in particular, freedom of the press - guarantees popular participation in the decisions and actions of the government, and popular participation is the essence of our democracy.”

He implemented programs to improve access to education and healthcare services.

• He established a “New Society” which was guided by his program called “PLEDGES.”

He introduced agricultural reforms, including the Green Revolution program. (It helped boost agricultural output and address food security concerns)

He prioritized Land Reform all over the country

During martial law, what were some of the restrictions imposed on the Filipino people?