WorksheetsState Issues in the Philippines
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 23mins
Identify: Family members taking turns in administering to a specific local or national position in the government.
(a)
IDENTIFY: A political dynasty whose families are successively elected in the same jurisdiction, serving one at a time.
(a)
IDENTIFY: The misuse and abuse of public office for private gains.
(a)
IDENTIFY: A political dynasty where families occupy different elected positions at the same time.
(a)
IDENTIFY: A political dynasty where multiple members simultaneously holding positions that usually exceeds four to five family members in politics.
(a)
IDENTIFY: A situation that occurs when official representatives of one country make explicit statements claiming sovereignty over a specific piece of territory that is claimed or administered by another country.
(a)
IDENTIFY: The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives, friends, or associates especially by giving them jobs.
(a)
IDENTIFY: The unscrupulous acquisition of public funds through questionable and improper transaction.
(a)
UNCLOS stands for United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which is a treaty that establishes a comprehensive legal framework for all activities in the world's oceans and seas.
According to UNCLOS, a state is entitled to a 12-nautical-mile Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Territorial disputes happen when only two countries disagree over the ownership of land and water.
Only China and the Philippines are fighting for ownership in the West Philippine Sea, which China claims to be part of the South China Sea.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Territorial disputes causes conflicts due to boundaries of a country’s territory.
Symbolic reasons of territorial dispute are related to resources and history of the state.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Graft and corruption have resulted to a diligent transparency disclosure of budget allocation on projects created by any government officials.
The practice of corruption in the Philippines can be traced back in the time of colonialism where funds from the King of Spain is taken advantage of the Spanish officials for their own interests.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Political dynasties hinder the development of our country because people have limited choices of candidates for government office during elections because only a few dominate the roster of candidates.
Political Dynasty can also promote means of continuing beneficial projects in the community to the respective jurisdiction of a political family.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Theft is the unlawful taking of someone's personal property without their consent. In the likes of pilferage, the action of stealing things of little value.
Whereas, embezzlement is a fraudulent misappropriation of assets (money or property) by someone entrusted to manage them.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
Bribery is The crime of obtaining money, property, or favors from someone by using threats or coercion.
Whereas, extortion is Act of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something valuable (money, gifts, favors) to improperly influence the actions or decisions of someone in a position of public or legal duty.
A. The first statement is TRUE. The second statement is FALSE.
B. The first statement is FALSE. The second statement is TRUE.
C. Both statements are TRUE.
D. Both statements are FALSE.
A business owner pays a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) officer to lower the company’s tax
assessment, reducing their payable taxes illegally. What kind of corruption is exemplified in the scenario?
A. GRAFT
B. CORRUPTION
A Chief Executive of a company appoints his daughter as the Chief Financial Officer in the company he had been serving for almost 30 years.
A. GRAFT
B. CORRUPTION
A business owner pays an under-the-table fee to a government employee to fast-track the approval of a building permit, bypassing standard procedures.
A. GRAFT
B. CORRUPTION
A local government unit lists hundreds of "ghost employees" on its payroll. Salaries are allocated for these non-existent workers, but the money is pocketed by the officials managing the payroll system.
A. GRAFT
B. CORRUPTION
The 1987 Constitution of the Philippines explicitly states that “The State shall guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service, and prohibit political dynasties as may be defined by law”. Despite that, prevalence of Political Dynasties is still a pressing issue in the country of the Philippines. What do you think is the reason behind this?
A. Political dynasties are deeply rooted in Filipino culture, where people often accept and support family-based political leadership.
B. In many areas, voters have few alternatives and often rely on familiar names from political families.
C. Several bills about anti political dynasties have been passed by the congress but none of those bills was signed into law that could have been strictly enforced and implemented.
D. Economic inequalities allow wealthy political families to maintain control over political offices.
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies patronage politics in the Philippines?
A. During the campaign period, a mayoral candidate distributes cash assistance and promises guaranteed slots in a municipal government’s job-order positions to leaders of local purok associations in exchange for mobilizing votes.
B. A sitting congressman uses a portion of his discretionary development funds to prioritize farm-to-market roads in his district after the project was identified as a top need in a participatory barangay planning process facilitated by the DILG.
C. The national government expands the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) following updated poverty data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority, applying the same eligibility criteria nationwide regardless of political affiliation.
D. A provincial political dynasty maintains electoral dominance due to high approval ratings linked to long-term infrastructure projects and consistent delivery of basic services.
The following are corrupt practices according to the RA 3019 Anti-Graft and Corruption Practices Act except (x);
A. Giving or accepting bribes
B. Using one's office to unjustly benefit oneself or others
C. Full disclosure of Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN)
D. Entering into contracts or transactions that are grossly disadvantageous to the government
What action did the Philippines undergone to counter China's territorial claim in West Philippine Sea?
A. The Philippines deployed warships to directly confront Chinese vessels in the disputed waters.
B. The Philippines imposed economic sanctions on China to pressure them into relinquishing their territorial claims.
C. The Philippines formed military alliances with neighboring countries to collectively counter China's claims.
D. The Philippines sought international arbitration, resulting in a ruling that invalidated China's expansive claims.
According to a 2013 research by Pablo Querubin, although the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines limits the terms of office of elected officials, the concentration of political power remains in the same known powerful political families. Which of the following best describe the reason behind this?
A. Elected government officials switch positions and bring in another member of the family into politics instead of giving others a chance to serve in government.
B. Voters prefer candidates from established political families due to familiarity and popular names.
C. Political families have better access to campaign resources and networks.
D. The electoral system favors incumbent officials and their relatives.
The following are the suggested solutions given by some sectors to resolve the problem of graft and corruption in the Philippines except (x).
A. Hand over public services to private entities to reduce government control and corruption.
B. Speed up the trial of cases in the courts of justice.
C. Install CCTV cameras in all government offices.
D. Provide receipt for each transaction with the government.
