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G6-Q4-CIVICS6-THE THIRD REPUBLIC

Total questions: 80

Worksheet time: 40mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What was a major impact of the Second World War on the Philippines?

a)

Increase in food supply

b)

Growth in businesses

c)

Decrease in poverty

d)

Devastation of buildings and infrastructure

2.

Why were many businesses closed down in the Philippines after the war?

a)

Due to increased production

b)

Lack of demand for products

c)

Government support

d)

Collaboration with Japanese officials

3.

Which Philippine officials were charged with treason for collaborating with the Japanese during the war?

a)

Ferdinand Marcos

b)

Jose Rizal

c)

Benigno Aquino, Sr.

d)

Corazon Aquino

4.

When was the United States' recognition of the Philippines' independence officially declared?

a)

September 16, 1945

b)

July 4, 1946

c)

May 1, 1947

d)

December 25, 1945

5.

How did the 1935 Constitution define the government of the Philippines?

a)

Autocratic form

b)

Constitutional monarchy

c)

Presidential and democratic form

d)

Parliamentary system

6.

Who was the first president of the Third Republic of the Philippines?

a)

Sergio Osmeña

b)

Emilio Aguinaldo

c)

Manuel Roxas

d)

Ferdinand Marcos

7.

What branch of government was headed by the President in the Philippines according to the 1935 Constitution?

a)

Legislative

b)

Executive

c)

Judicial

d)

Administrative

8.

How long was the term of office for the President of the Philippines under the 1935 Constitution?

a)

Two years

b)

Four years

c)

Six years

d)

Eight years

9.

How many senators were in the Senate according to the 1935 Constitution?

a)

12

b)

24

c)

36

d)

48

10.

Who was the last president of the Philippine Commonwealth and the first president of the Third Republic?

a)

Benigno Aquino, Jr.

b)

Manuel Roxas

c)

Corazon Aquino

d)

Ferdinand Marcos

11.

What support did the United States provide to the Philippines during Manuel Roxas' presidency?

a)

Military troops

b)

Financial aid

c)

Technological assistance

d)

Agricultural products

12.

Which laws did the Philippines have to accept in exchange for financial aid from the United States?

a)

Bell Trade Act and the Tydings Recovery Act

b)

Johnson Trade Act and the Roosevelt Rehabilitation Act

c)

Washington Agreement and the Marshall Plan

d)

Bell Trade Act and the Tydings Rehabilitation Act

13.

Who won the 1946 presidential election in the Philippines against Sergio Osmeña?

a)

Emilio Aguinaldo

b)

Ramon Magsaysay

c)

Manuel Roxas

d)

Ferdinand Marcos

14.

What was a primary task of the new republic in the Philippines established after the war?

a)

Increase conflicts

b)

Counterfeit money

c)

Rehabilitation

d)

Expand territories

15.

What branch of government in the Philippines was described as having three equal but independent branches in the 1935 Constitution?

a)

Executive

b)

Legislative

c)

Judicial

d)

Administrative

16.

How many Associate Justices were in the Supreme Court according to the 1935 Constitution?

a)

5

b)

10

c)

15

d)

20

17.

Who was asked to remove all the "collaborators" from their positions in the government by US President Roosevelt?

a)

Sergio Osmeña

b)

Jose P. Laurel

c)

Ferdinand Marcos

d)

Corazon Aquino

18.

What signaled the end of American rule in the Philippines and the beginning of the Third Philippine Republic?

a)

Raising of the Japanese flag

b)

Lowering of the American flag

c)

Signing of a treaty

d)

Formation of a colony

19.

What position did Manuel Roxas hold before becoming the President of the Third Republic?

a)

Attorney General

b)

Senate President

c)

Chief Justice

d)

House Speaker

20.

What challenge did the government face in terms of rehabilitation after the war?

a)

Lack of manpower

b)

Presence of abundant resources

c)

Shortage of funds

d)

Overwhelming support

21.

What was the main purpose of the Bell Trade Act?

a)

To grant exclusive economic rights to the Filipinos

b)

To provide financial aid to the Philippines

c)

To continue the free trade agreement between the US and the Philippines

d)

To establish military bases in the Philippines

22.

Who opposed the amendment of the Philippine Constitution to adopt the parity clause?

a)

President Roxas

b)

Jose P. Laurel

c)

Claro M. Recto

d)

Luis Taruc

23.

What did the US Congress pass before the Bell Trade Act to aid in the rehabilitation of the Philippines?

a)

Tydings War Damage Act

b)

Tydings Economic Development Act

c)

Bell Financial Support Act

d)

Roxas Rehabilitation Fund

24.

How was the parity clause included in the Bell Trade Act approved in the Philippines?

a)

Through a presidential decree

b)

Via a plebiscite on March 11, 1947

c)

By a unanimous decision in Congress

d)

Without public knowledge

25.

What negative impact did the Bell Trade Act have on the Philippine economy?

a)

Encouraged the establishment of local industries

b)

Facilitated economic growth

c)

Discouraged the growth of local industries

d)

Boosted the struggling economy

26.

Which military bases did the US control in the Philippines under the US-RP Military Bases Agreement?

a)

12 military installations

b)

23 military installations

c)

35 military installations

d)

48 military installations

27.

What was the duration of the US military bases' control under the agreement signed in 1947?

a)

50 years

b)

75 years

c)

99 years

d)

120 years

28.

Why did the United States maintain military bases in the Philippines after its independence?

a)

To provide humanitarian aid

b)

To secure American interests in the region

c)

To establish a new colony

d)

To support local farmers

29.

Why did the United States disregard the contribution of the Hukbalahap guerillas during WWII?

a)

They were considered a threat to national security

b)

They were not properly armed

c)

Their ideology conflicted with American interests

d)

They surrendered to Japanese forces

30.

What ideology did the Huks promote that led to tension with the landowners and the United States?

a)

Capitalism

b)

Socialism

c)

Democracy

d)

Communism

31.

What reforms did the Huks call for that were opposed by the landowners?

a)

Military reforms

b)

Economic reforms

c)

Political reforms

d)

Agrarian reforms

32.

Who among the following was a prominent leader of the Hukbalahap guerillas?

a)

Jose P. Laurel

b)

Luis Taruc

c)

Claro M. Recto

d)

Manuel Roxas

33.

Why were several Huks arrested on February 22, 1945?

a)

for collaborating with the Americans

b)

for opposing the democratic alliance

c)

for their calls for agrarian reforms

d)

for fighting against the Japanese

34.

What action did President Roxas take against the Huks in March 1948?

a)

Granted them amnesty

b)

Ordered massive military campaigns against them

c)

Invited them for peace talks

d)

Supported their cause

35.

What name did the Hukbalahap guerillas adopt after transforming into a rebel movement?

a)

Hukbong Mapagpalaya ng Bayan

b)

BuCor

c)

BMPB

d)

HMB

36.

What event prompted President Roxas to outlaw the Huks in March 1948?

a)

Signing the US-RP Military Bases Agreement

b)

Their involvement in criminal activities

c)

Launching attacks against landlords and government forces

d)

Refusing to participate in the political process

37.

How did the lack of attention from the government impact the Huk rebellion?

a)

Weakened the rebellion

b)

Strengthened government control

c)

Increased support from the landowners

d)

Attracted many poor peasants to join

38.

What happened to President Roxas on April 15, 1948?

a)

He was impeached

b)

He lost power in a coup d'état

c)

He was re-elected for a second term

d)

He passed away due to a heart attack

39.

Which president signed the US-RP Military Bases Agreement with the United States in 1947?

a)

Jose P. Laurel

b)

Claro M. Recto

c)

Manuel Roxas

d)

Luis Taruc

40.

What role did the American soldiers play in the Philippines regarding national security?

a)

Supported the Huks

b)

Helped address threats to national security

c)

Led the Huk rebellion

d)

Controlled the local industries

41.

What position did Elpidio Quirino hold before formally assuming the presidency on April 17, 1948?

a)

Secretary of Defense

b)

Vice President

c)

Secretary of Foreign Affairs

d)

Secretary of Treasury

42.

How did President Quirino approach dealing with the Hukbalahap rebels?

a)

Violent suppression

b)

Amnesty offer

c)

Negotiation

d)

Ignoring the issue

43.

Which proclamation did President Quirino issue to offer amnesty to the rebels?

a)

Proclamation No. 50

b)

Proclamation No. 100

c)

Proclamation No. 76

d)

Proclamation No. 200

44.

What was one of the reasons hostilities broke out again after initial rebel surrenders?

a)

Rebels seeking foreign aid

b)

Government refusal on firearms permit

c)

Rebel leaders fled

d)

Lack of resources

45.

What economic challenge did the Philippines face due to free trade with the United States?

a)

Inflation

b)

Strong local industry

c)

Dependence on imports

d)

Increased job opportunities

46.

What policy was implemented to control the quantity of foreign products entering the country?

a)

Export Control

b)

Import Control

c)

Trade Embargo

d)

Tariff Reduction

47.

Which board was formed to monitor the entry of foreign products in the Philippines?

a)

Export Monitoring Board

b)

Import Control Board

c)

Trade Regulation Board

d)

Commerce Oversight Board

48.

What was the goal of Foreign Exchange Control?

a)

Stabilize import prices

b)

Increase import reliance

c)

Encourage foreign imports

d)

Deplete dollar reserves

49.

What did the establishment of local industries lead to?

a)

Decreased job opportunities

b)

Increased imports

c)

Flourishing local economy

d)

Greater dependence on foreign products

50.

Why did President Quirino sign the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty?

a)

Economic partnership

b)

Cultural exchange

c)

Campaign against communism

d)

Military supremacy

51.

When was the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty signed by President Quirino?

a)

August 30, 1948

b)

August 30, 1951

c)

January 17, 1953

d)

November 21, 1948

52.

What did the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty obligate both countries to support each other against?

a)

Economic crises

b)

Internal strife

c)

External armed attack

d)

Political corruption

53.

Which war did Filipino troops participate in due to the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty?

a)

World War II

b)

Vietnam War

c)

Korean War

d)

Cold War

54.

What issue was President Quirino criticized for during his term?

a)

Lack of infrastructure projects

b)

Handling of educational reforms

c)

Graft and corruption

d)

Foreign policy decisions

55.

What practice was President Quirino accused of in relation to government posts?

a)

Bribery

b)

Nepotism

c)

Extortion

d)

Favoritism

56.

Who did President Quirino lose to in the 1953 reelection campaign?

a)

Elpidio Quirino

b)

Jose P. Laurel

c)

Manuel Roxas

d)

Ramon Magsaysay

57.

Which Asian countries had communist revolts during the 1950s?

a)

Japan and Burma

b)

Philippines and Indonesia

c)

Thailand and Malaysia

d)

China and North Korea

58.

What was one of the key responsibilities outlined in the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty?

a)

Economic aid

b)

Cultural exchanges

c)

Military support

d)

Educational reform

59.

Besides the United States, which other country was involved in the wars where the Philippines sent troops?

a)

China

b)

Russia

c)

Japan

d)

Germany

60.

How did the RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty impact President Quirino's approach to international relations?

a)

Isolationism

b)

Cooperation against communism

c)

Military aggression

d)

Neutrality

61.

What was one of the major challenges that the next administrations of the Third Philippine Republic had to face?

a)

Education reform

b)

Environmental conservation

c)

National security and peace issues

d)

Tourism promotion

62.

In which year did Ramon Magsaysay become the President of the Philippines?

a)

1945

b)

1950

c)

1953

d)

1960

63.

What role did Ramon Magsaysay play in ending the Hukbalahap rebellion?

a)

Chief negotiator

b)

Military governor

c)

Rebellion leader

d)

Agricultural consultant

64.

What was the purpose of the Presidential Complaint and Action Commission (PCAC) established by President Magsaysay?

a)

Hear people's complaints against public officials

b)

Manage international relations

c)

Oversee agricultural reforms

d)

Control military operations

65.

Which act enforced laws on agrarian reform during President Magsaysay's administration?

a)

Agricultural Tenancy Act

b)

Environmental Protection Act

c)

Industrial Labor Act

d)

Education Reform Act

66.

What was the purpose of the National Resettlement and Rehabilitation Administration (NARRA)?

a)

Implement tax reforms

b)

Distribute government-owned land to farmers

c)

Regulate export policies

d)

Fund cultural programs

67.

Under President Magsaysay's Pro-Worker Policies, what right did workers gain according to the Magna Carta of Labor?

a)

Right to free education

b)

Right to organize unions and stage strikes

c)

Right to own land

d)

Right to establish businesses

68.

What was the purpose of the Social Security System (SSS) implemented by Magsaysay?

a)

Provide free healthcare to all citizens

b)

Fund military operations

c)

Offer workers benefits like medical assistance and housing loans

d)

Establish diplomatic relations

69.

How did President Magsaysay support the battle against the Huk rebellion financially?

a)

By increasing taxes on the wealthy

b)

By offering rewards for information

c)

By offering rewards for information

d)

By reducing military spending

70.

What organization did President Magsaysay help organize to combat communism in the Asia-Pacific region?

a)

ASEAN

b)

NATO

c)

SEATO

d)

UNICEF

71.

How did the Laurel-Langley Trade Agreement benefit the Philippines?

a)

Increased American control over the economy

b)

Facilitated foreign military presence

c)

Improved trade relations with China

d)

Reduced American control over the exchange rate

72.

What did President Carlos P. Garcia aim to achieve through the Filipino First Policy?

a)

Encourage foreign investment

b)

Promote economic freedom and reduce foreign dominance

c)

Strengthen colonial ties

d)

Prioritize foreign businesses

73.

What did the Retail Trade Nationalization Law do during Garcia's administration?

a)

Encourage foreign investments

b)

Limit the number of foreign-owned businesses

c)

Eliminate all local industries

d)

Promote austerity measures

74.

What venture was formed by the Philippine government to lead the country towards industrialization?

a)

National Broadcasting Corporation

b)

Iligan Integrated Steel Mills, Inc.

c)

Manila Tourism Development Center

d)

Magsaysay Industrial Complex

75.

What was the purpose of the Republic Cultural Award during Garcia's administration?

a)

Promote foreign artists

b)

Award Filipino contributions in arts and culture

c)

Fund military projects

d)

Celebrate American heritage

76.

What was the main goal of the austerity program introduced by President Garcia?

a)

Increase imports

b)

Encourage extravagant spending

c)

Promote thriftiness and efficiency

d)

Boost foreign investments

77.

What major obstacle hindered President Garcia's economic reforms?

a)

Lack of popular support

b)

Strong opposition from the United States

c)

Economic collapse in neighboring countries

d)

Government corruption

78.

Who succeeded Ramon Magsaysay as the President of the Philippines?

a)

Jose Rizal

b)

Benigno Aquino, Jr.

c)

Carlos P. Garcia

d)

Ferdinand Marcos

79.

How did the C-47 presidential plane crash in 1957 affect the Philippines?

a)

Sparked a civil war

b)

Triggered economic growth

c)

Resulted in the death of Magsaysay and 25 others

d)

Led to a peace treaty with rebel groups

80.

In summary, what were some of the key accomplishments of Ramon Magsaysay's administration?

a)

Promoting imperialist policies

b)

Fostering economic growth and addressing social issues

c)

Supporting communist regimes

d)

Encouraging foreign intervention