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What does “capital” in economics refer to?
Investment and loss computed
Outcome of a business transaction
Money/machines invested to transact business
Profit and labor spent for the business
In which form of govt. are all citizens treated as equals on certain dimensions such as religion, politics, economics, social status and culture?
Totalitarianism
Democracy
Socialism
Egalitarianism
Which among the the following best describes a recession?
A fall in real GNP over two consecutive time periods
An increase in real GNP from one period to the next
Nominal GNP declines from one period to the next
No change in real GNP from one period to the next
The method of classical conditioning begins with _______
The conditioned stimulus and response
The unconditioned stimulus and conditioned response
The unconditioned stimulus and response
The conditioned response and unconditioned stimulus
Who has the power to declare the existence of a state of war?
Chief justice
President
Senate president
Congress
What does “presumption of innocence” mean in so far as human right is concerned?
A suspect is considered guilty until proven otherwise
A suspect has the right to remain silent
A suspect has the right to legal counsel
A suspect remains innocent until proven guilty
Children learn how to open a coconut and other common chores in a coconut farm. In this instance culture is transmitted by ____.
Immersion
Assimilation
Enculturation
Acculturation
Who was the American president who proclaimed the Benevolent Assimilation policy during the American colonial years of the Philippines?
William McKinley
Franklin Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
The Philippine legislature is divided into two major bodies, the senate and the house of Representatives. Which among the following best describes this division?
Bipartisanism
Co-legislative power
Unicameralism
Bicameralism
No person may be elected as president of the Philippines unless he/she is a _____
Natural born citizen
Resident of the Philippines for at least 2 yrs
At least 21 yrs old
Professional
When a teacher is charged with an administrative case committed in the lawful discharge of professional duties, what right may the teacher invoke for her defense?
Right to receive compensation in the duration of the case
Right to be given the due process of law
Right to be defended by the organization of teachers
Right to be provided with free legal service
Basically, the Phil. Agrarian reform is a question of _____
Land distribution
Nepotism and corruption
Graft and corruption
Environmental degradation
As a result of EDSA 1, the Philippines ____
Became known worldwide for its people power revolution
Changed its form of govt. to parliamentary
Saw the impeachment of Joseph Estrada
Intensified its participation in international affairs
Stimulation is good for the brain. Which action is a logical application for this?
Train your child to obey orders blindly
Retire early so you will be spared
Avoid giving challenging tasks to teens
Give to children toys that they can manipulate
In England, Queen Elizabeth acts as head of state, this country also has a parliament and a prime minister. Which form of govt. best describes this?
Absolute monarchy
Constitutional monarchy
Oligarchy
Aristocracy
Tomatoes are off season and so price for tomatoes is up. Which principle in economics explains it?
Substitution effect
Law of cause and effect
Principle of marginal utility
Law of supply and demand
You have to take extra care when you critique the work of a Filipino. Your negative comment may be mistaken to be an attack against his/her person. Which Filipino trait is this advice based on?
Extreme personalism
Adaptability
“Sakop” mentality
“Bayanihan” spirit
The Phil. revolts against Spain, the Phil.-American war, the Muslim rebellion, the NPA, MILF, and Abusayyaf point to the reality of ____ in the Philippines.
Multi-ethnicity
Poverty
Poor quality of education
Insurgency
If they were to come back to life, who among the following would be most vocal to speak against the country’s foreign policy of close association with America?
Claro Recto, Leon Guerrero
Claro Recto, Jose Laurel
Leon Guerrero, Jose Laurel
Jose Laurel, Elpidio Quirino
Precolonial trade in the Philippines was prosperous. What system did they use for their business transactions?
Money
Barter
Credit
Banking
I rent out for P10,000 per month my only building and lot to a religious group. I am exempted from payment of ____
Property tax
Professional tax
Income tax
Community tax
What is TRUE of a progressive system of taxation?
The rate of tax increases as the income tax base or income bracket increases
The tax is equal regardless of class and place
The rate of tax decreases as the income tax base increases
The rate of tax increases as the income tax base decreases
When a person shows the ability to understand and appreciate the similarities and differences in the customs, values and beliefs of one’s culture, he/she is said to ______.
Possess multicultural literacy
Socio cultural aware
Possess global awareness
Possess social literacy
Which among the following pertains to the passionate Filipino dance that makes use of a fan or handkerchief to illustrate a couple on romance?
Itik-itik
Pandango
El Bimbo
Carinosa
How do you describe a typical social structure which describes a pattern through which relationship at work are ordered?
A rule of the few rich
A form of dictatorship
Anti-poor
Elitist
In the decade of 70s, one clamor of the activists who staged demonstrations was “down with oligarchs!” What did they accuse govt. of?
Multi-ethnicity
Poverty
Poor quality of education
Insurgency
If they were to come back to life, who among the following would be the most vocal to speak against the country’s foreign policy of close association with America?
Claro Recto, Leon Guerrero
Claro Recto, Jose Laurel
Leon Guerrero, Jose Laurel
Jose Laurel, Elpidio Quirino
What system did precolonial Filipinos use for trade?
Money
Barter
Credit
Banking
Which of the following shows progressive taxation?
Property tax
Professional tax
Income tax
Property tax
The tax rate increases as the income base increases. This is an example of:
The rate of tax increases as the income tax base increases
The tax is equal regardless of class and place
The rate of tax decreases as the income tax base increases
The rate of tax increases as the income tax base decreases
When a person shows the ability to understand and appreciate the similarities and differences in the customs, values and beliefs of one’s culture, he/she is said to ______.
Possess multicultural literacy
Socio-cultural aware
Possess global awareness
Possess social literacy
Which form of economic system is based on private ownership and the profit motive?
Technological
Communistic
Capitalism
Bureaucratic
Which among the following pertains to the passionate Filipino dance that makes use of a fan or handkerchief to illustrate a couple on romance?
Itik-itik
Pandango
El Bimbo
Carinosa
How do you describe a typical social structure which describes a pattern through which relationship at work are ordered?
A rule of the few rich
A form of dictatorship
Anti-poor
Elitist
Which problem is common from the presidency of Marcos, Aquino, Ramos, Estrada, Macapagal-Arroyo and Benigno Aquino III?
Social injustice
Peace and security
Poor governance
Moral degeneration
Upon which is based the claim that there is no single universal standard to be used to judge any culture-based behavior?
Cultural relativism
Culture shock
Cultural diversity
Ethical relativism
Which among the following is the main theme of the El Filibusterismo?
Ideal means of achieving social reform
Rizal’s hope for a revolution
Curing the social cancer
Abuses and indecency of friars
Which is TRUE of the Philippines?
It was colonized by Spain, Portugal, America and Japan
It has been part of the world’s economy since the Spanish colonial rule
It is one of the least populated countries in the world
It has two autonomous regions - ARMM and CAR
I don’t like to read the bulletin board, for I suspect that the deadline for grades is posted there. Which type of ignorance do I possess?
Affected ignorance
Vincible ignorance
Invincible ignorance
Crass ignorance
Which principle states that no man in this country is above the law and that laws must be obeyed by all and applied to everyone—rich or poor, lowly or powerful—without fear or favor?
Rule of law
Rule of the majority
Separation of church and state
Rule of men
A year ago, cha-cha and con-ass were popular words in the Philippines. With which were these associated?
Imposition of martial law
Return to dictatorial form of govt.
Amendment of the present constitution
Division between senate
With which were these associated?
Imposition of martial law
Return to dictatorial form of govt.
Amendment of the present constitution
Division between senate and house of Representatives
Can a person be imprisoned for debt?
No
Yes, if he has no property with which to pay his debt
No, if he can’t pay the interest of his debt
Yes, if he stubbornly refuses to pay
What is the writ of habeas data?
Right to information privacy
Right to accumulated data
Right to transmit data
Right to search for private information
Noli Me Tangere was Jose Rizal’s first novel. Experts consider this work historically significant because it was instrumental in establishing which of the following?
National identity
Fight against graft and corruption
Inciting the seeds of revolution
Love for education
What does the term chiaroscuro refer to?
An exaggeratedly dark background and light foreground creating the effect of space
Exaggerated shadows making colours more intense
A dark-shaded pigment created from a mixture of water and egg yolk
A style of brushwork which creates shading
To prepare teachers to handle inclusive education, what specialization is offered in teacher education institutions?
Special education
Special course
Kindergarten courses
Pre-school education
How is the crime of rape classified?
Heinous
Homicide
Slander
Malicious mischief
In connection with government transactions involving public interest, which policy is adopted in the Constitution to assure the public of accountability and transparency?
Full public disclosure
Balance and healthful ecology
Private enterprise and incentives to needed investments
Rural development and agrarian reform
A bill becomes a law even if not signed by the President after how many days?
70
40
20
30
A society cannot exist without a government. Which word is synonymous with government?
Domination
Authority
Restraint
Check and balance
The late president Ferdinand Marcos placed the Philippines under Martial Law through which of the following laws?
Article 6 section 14 of the 1973 constitution
R.A. 274
Proclamation 1081
Kautusang Katagapagpaganap blg.25 s. 1974
What results when the government spends more than what it collects in the form of tax?
Excessive allotment
Fiscal overspending
Fiscal deficit
Erroneous appropriations
Which statement on human intelligence is CORRECT?
It consists of multiple intelligences
It is reliably measured by verbal test
It is verbal ability and abstract reasoning
It is fixed at birth
How did Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere contribute to the development of his countrymen?
It awakened them to the oppressive rule of Spain
It exposed to them the scandals of the friars
It taught them to love their local language
It pictured for them the ideal Filipina
Gross domestic product is the sum market value of the ____
Intermediate goods
Final goods and services
Manufactured goods
Inferior goods and services
What characteristics of government are established by the 1987 Constitution?
Presidential system of government with three branches
Parliamentary system of government
The three branches of government are separate and independent of one another
The three branches of government have a check and balance over one another
If one agrees with Rizal on the best way to redeem our country, what would he do?
Work for quality education for all
Campaign for more foreign investors
Attract tourists to come to the country
Do advocacy for health programs
You are a member of a cooperative which operates taxis, tricycles and buses. Of which type of cooperative are you a member?
Service cooperative
Multipurpose cooperative
Marketing cooperative
Producers cooperative
Can you be arrested without a warrant of arrest?
No, if you are a minor
No, if you are more than 60 years old
Yes, if you were reported to have committed a crime
Yes, if you are in the act of committing a crime
When one company controls the supply of sugar, which term applies?
Monopoly
Inflation
Economic stability
Equilibrium
Who is the president who is known for his Filipino First Policy and Austerity Program?
Diosdado Macapagal
Carlos P. Garcia
Manuel Roxas
Ramon Magsaysay
Which is true of the historical development of the Philippines?
It has never been an independent nation
It has been an independent nation ever since
It has evolved from a colony to a fully independent nation
It has not achieved full independence from the very beginning
What committee was founded in 1978 to promote effective cooperation and enhance solidarity among the peoples of ASEAN?
Committee On Culture And Information
Committee On Regional Cooperation
Committee On Culture And Arts
Committee On Cultural Heritage
All Filipino citizens have the right to vote and be voted upon as government officials. What is this right called?
Passive right to vote
Political franchise
Suffrage
Electoral right
In what sense is the Filipino likened to a bamboo?
He is flexible
He is sturdy
He is ambitious
He is versatile
Foreign influences are evident on most aspects of Filipino culture including language. From which Asian language do these words come: alam, hukom, salamat?
Malayo-polynesian
Sanskrit
Arabic
Mandarin
Which type of governance is characterized by union of partially self-governing states or regions united by a central government?
Federalism
Socialism
Democracy
Totalitarianism
To which trait are the organization and success of cooperatives in the country attributed?
Pagsasamahan sa kabuhayan
Creativity
Pakikisama sa kapwa
Adaptability
Which statement is TRUE of the pre-Spanish Filipino government?
Laws were formulated by a law-making body elected by the community
There was a court created by the datu to hear complaints
No correct answers
Justice was handled only by the datu
After Negritos, what was the second group of people who migrated by sea to the Philippines?
Indonesians
Arabs
Indians
Malays
The cultural heritage of Southeast Asia has been designated by UNESCO as ____
Word Heritage Sites
World Tourist Spots
World Cultural Heritage
World International Center
Who is the general who said "I shall return"?
William Taft
Douglas MacArthur
John Dewey
Schurmann
The Filipino’s indomitable spirit is shown in his ____
Ability to survive
Utang na loob
Friendliness
Self-reliance
What was the first book published in the Philippines?
Del Superior Govierno
Doctrina Christiana
Pasiong Mahal
Barlaame Josaphat
My right is another man’s duty. Which one CORRECTLY illustrates this?
My right to my private property requires my neighbor’s duty not to trespass the same
I have freedom of speech but I see to it that I speak only what is true
Suffrage is both a right and a duty
I exercise my right in such a way that it does not violate another person’s right
Rizal founded the La Liga Filipina to _____
Unite the whole country
Fight violence and injustice
Revolt against the Spaniards
To stimulate the nation’s economy and increase employment, former President Diosdado Macapagal _________.
Abolished government repressive controls
Borrowed money from the World Bank
Standardized the salaries of government employees
Gave incentives to home cottage industries
Is it moral to suppress workers’ rights to form unions in times of national emergency and why?
No. Suppression of rights will always be a violation of human rights
Yes. The nation’s security takes precedence over the rights of any private association
Yes. Public safety must be thought of before private gain
Who first introduced the Islamic religion to the Philippines?
Rajah Bahuinda
Idi Amin
Mukdum
Abu Bakr
If our present govt. is a democracy, where does power reside?
In the Filipino People
In Congress
In the President
In the Supreme Court
Which right is violated by wiretapping?
Freedom of expression
The right to private property
The right to privacy of communication
The right to information on matters of public concern
Teachers should be encouraged to teach folk knowledge because _____
It is crucial in facing the basics of daily living
It is included in the national achievement test
It is a mandate of DepEd
It is in keeping with curriculum change
What is the underlying theory of the belief that the DepEd and other stakeholders should exert deliberate efforts to construct a satisfying culture for education?
Cultural Revitalization Theory
Utopian Theory
Anarchistic Theory
Revival Theory
Who was among the last Filipino generals who fought the Americans and established the so-called “Tagalog Republic”?
Gregorio del Pilar
Miguel Malvar
Macario Sakay
Manuel Tinio
Who was among the last Filipino generals who fought the Americans and established the so-called “Tagalog Republic”?
Gregorio del Pilar
Miguel Malvar
Macario Sakay
Manuel Tinio
I pretend not to be able to play several musical instruments. I may get tied as an instrumentalist of the Church choir. Which type of ignorance do I have?
Invincible ignorance
Supine ignorance
Affected ignorance
Vincible ignorance
Art and music are necessary ingredients to a child’s education. Which statements support this idea? I. Music and art intensify a child’s imagination II. Music teaches discipline, teamwork, math and poetry through rhythm III. Painting helps a kinesthetic learner express abstract concepts in concrete forms
I, II and III
III only
I and II
I only
In which form of govt. does power or authority reside in a few persons who govern for their own interest?
Oligarchy
Monarchy
Democracy
Parliamentary
Which one CORRECTLY applies to the Philippines’ foreign trade?
Philippine expenditure exports and earnings from imports fluctuate
The Philippines spends less on imports than it earns from exports
The Philippine expenditure on imports is balanced with its earnings from exports
The Philippines spends more on imports than it earns from exports
World history recorded that art became emotional and dramatic during the Renaissance. What popular painting is part of the “Idyllic Golden Age” of art?
Mona Lisa by Da Vinci
Last Supper by Tintoretto
Saint Teresa by Bernini
The Calling of St. Mathew by Caravaggio
What are considered major goals of multicultural education? I. Catering to diversity II. Considering social class and ethnic groups III. Providing equal opportunities to education IV. Helping individuals and groups survive despite differences in culture and beliefs
I, II, III and IV
I, II and IV
II and III
III and IV
What is the best indicator of “quality education” as invoked in the Constitution?
Generation of reliable measurements on dropout rate
Generation of reliable measurements on cohort survival rate
Generation of reliable measurements of educational outcomes
Generation of reliable measurements on participation rate
The primary purpose of taxation is to ____
Raise revenue for the support of government
Reduce inequalities in wealth and incomes
Fortify the government against invaders
Make the country a leading industrialized country in the world
Every elected president of the Philippines delivers a SONA. What does SONA mean?
Speech of the nation assembly
Speech of the nation address
State of the nation address
State of the nation advocacy
What does a Professional Code of Ethics prescribe for all?
Moral standards and ethical behavior
Rules and regulations in practicing the profession
Strict implementation of laws of the land
Civic-mindedness and social consciousness
An individual has the right to file a writ of amparo before the investigation of an administrative case filed against him/her. What fundamental right is invoked?
Right to life, liberty and security
Right to due process
Right to be defended by a public attorney
Right to self-defense
What do we call the sum of money collected for our use of a road, bridge and highway?
Tax
Assessment
Penalty
Toll
Those who have a deep appreciation of the beautiful tend to ____ the good and the beautiful.
Preserve
Discard
Spoil
Hide
Which is TRUE of former president Corazon Aquino? I. The first female president II. The first female president in Asia III. Described as the “icon of democracy”
I, II and III
I and II
I and III
I only
Every right has a built-in duty. Which of the following illustrates this CORRECTLY?
I have the right to vote, and it is my duty to allow COMELEC to count it
My right to privacy requires my neighbor to respect it
I have the right to sell you my cell phone but it is your duty to pay for it
I have the right to drive my car but I must see to it that I obey traffic rules
Which department has the authority to make laws or alter them when needed?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Administrative
Your classmate has been sick and absent from class. To help him pass, you allow him to copy your answer. Was allowing him to copy morally justified?
Yes. The end justifies the means
No. The end does not justify the means
It depends on how sincere you were
It depends on how much assistance you gave
In Philippine history, who was known as “The Great Dissenter”?
Camilio Osias
Manuel Roxas
Claro Recto
Eulogio Rodriguez
Pedro easily carried a television during a fire but couldn’t afterward. This is due to which hormone?
Pancreatin
Insulin
Adrenalin
Ptyalin
Which does one portray when they think what is foreign is best and local is inferior?
Xenocentrism
Relativism
Ethnocentrism
Favoritism
During the Spanish era, who was the revolutionary leader who waged a long war against the government because it did not allow proper burial for his brother?
Macario Sakay
Andres Bonifacio
Diego Silang
Francisco Dagohoy
Which among the following is NOT a Filipino quality emphasized in Noli Me Tangere?
Devotion of Filipina
Deep sense of gratitude
Common sense of Filipinos
Innate subversiveness
What does corruption in a dominantly Christian country like the Philippines point to?
Lack of cultural integration
Presence of cultural differences
Prevalence of Ethnocentrism
Prevalence of Xenocentrism
What law was passed in 1995 affirming the integration of persons with disabilities into the mainstream?
Republic Act No. 7277
Republic Act No. 7784
Republic Act No. 7722
Republic Act No. 7776
The Japanese invasion ended with the Filipino-American surrender on May 6, 1942. Where did this occur?
Bataan
Corregidor
Capas
Manila
Which of the following represents the smallest subunit of the government in the Philippines at present?
Purok
Barangay
Sitio
Zone
What right is violated when an individual is imprisoned without proper investigation?
Right to due process of law
Right to secure persons
Right to process paper
Right to protection
A losing senatorial candidate may file a protest against the winner. What body will assume jurisdiction over the case?
Supreme Court
Electoral tribunal
Comelec
Regional trial court
Which is an unlawful act of escaping from payment of taxes?
Evasion
Avoidance
Exemption
Shifting
You failed the LET twice. You heard of someone processing fake licenses for a fee. You get one. Are you morally responsible?
No, while I know it is wrong, it is my only way to redeem myself
Yes, but my desperate need lessens my responsibility
No, I’m not the only one doing it
Yes, I acted with full knowledge and consent
Which of the four pillars of education for the 21st century is crucial in light of the Israel–Palestine conflict?
Learning to do
Learning to be
Learning to live together
Learning to know
Which among the following represents a detrimental aspect of Philippine culture and society?
Palabra de honor
Delicadeza
Amor propio
Ningas cogon
Who has greater moral responsibility: the lazy master teacher or the beginning teacher who is still learning?
The master teacher, who is older and more experienced
The master teacher, who is expected to have more knowledge and freedom
Cannot be determined; age and experience do not necessarily make one more knowledgeable
Both are equally morally responsible; they are both professional teachers
Marcelo H. del Pilar demonstrated a militant and progressive outlook. Which of the following represents the tenets of his ideology? I. Truth II. Fairness III. Impartiality
II and III
I, II and III
I and II
Option 4
What is the aim of the constitutional mandate on social justice?
To bridge the gap between the rich and the poor
To protect squatters in the premises they occupy
To authorize taking what is in excess of one’s needs
To work for social reform
You unknowingly received counterfeit money and passed it on. Are you morally responsible?
No, you are only passing the burden
No, the counterfeit money did not originate from you
Yes, your act is a perfect voluntary one
Yes, you commit another wrong
What a student can do differs from what he will do. What does this prove?
Motivation and ability always go together
Students today are hardly motivated
Ability is the opposite of motivation
Motivation differs from ability
What is the principal means through which culture is transmitted from generation to generation?
Community action
Church
Family
Language
What is a glaze?
Paint diluted with water
A color diluted with white
Paint diluted with olive oil
Paint diluted with linseed oil
