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Readings in Phil History

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When did the EDSA People Power Revolution take place?

a)

February 7–9, 1986

b)

February 22–25, 1986

c)

February 14–18, 1986

d)

February 25–28, 1986

2.

Who was assassinated on August 21, 1983, sparking public outrage that led to the EDSA Revolution?

a)

Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

b)

Benigno Aquino Jr.

c)

Jaime Cardinal Sin

d)

Fidel Ramos

3.

Where did the People Power Revolution primarily take place?

a)

Roxas Boulevard

b)

Luneta Park

c)

Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA)

d)

Camp Aguinaldo

4.

Who was the first female president of the Philippines and Asia?

a)

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

b)

Corazon Aquino

c)

Leni Robredo

d)

Miriam Defensor Santiago

5.

When was the 1987 Philippine Constitution ratified?

a)

January 22, 1987

b)

February 2, 1987

c)

March 15, 1987

d)

June 12, 1987

6.

What was the main goal of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP)?

a)

To provide free education

b)

To distribute land to farmers

c)

To expand industrialization

d)

To strengthen military defense

7.

Which archbishop used Radio Veritas to call on Filipinos to support the peaceful revolution?

a)

Ricardo Vidal

b)

Jaime Cardinal Sin

c)

Socrates Villegas

d)

Luis Antonio Tagle

8.

Which high-ranking military official defected from Marcos along with Juan Ponce Enrile?

a)

Fidel Ramos

b)

Gregorio Honasan

c)

Jose Almonte

d)

Renato De Villa

9.

What tragic event occurred on January 22, 1987, during Corazon Aquino’s term?

a)

EDSA II

b)

Mendiola Massacre

c)

Plaza Miranda Bombing

d)

Oakwood Mutiny

10.

What was the purpose of the Electric Power Crisis Act under Ramos?

a)

To stabilize the country’s power supply

b)

To increase electricity rates

c)

To privatize all power plants

d)

To eliminate renewable energy

11.

Which slogan defined Noynoy Aquino’s “Daang Matuwid” governance program?

a)

For the People, By the People

b)

Kung walang kurap, walang mahirap.

c)

Straight Path to Prosperity

d)

Clean Governance, Better Nation

12.

Who launched the “Build, Build, Build” infrastructure program?

a)

Rodrigo Duterte

b)

Benigno Aquino III

c)

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

d)

Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

13.

What is the name of Bongbong Marcos Jr.'s infrastructure program?

a)

Bagong Lipunan Project

b)

Build Better More (BBM)

c)

Progress Philippines Program

d)

Strong Republic Plan

14.

When did EDSA II, which ousted Joseph Estrada, occur?

a)

December 2000

b)

January 2001

c)

February 2001

d)

March 2002

15.

In what year did the Philippine Senate vote against extending U.S. military bases?

a)

1987

b)

1989

c)

1991

d)

1993

16.

Why was the EDSA Revolution called a 'peaceful revolution'?

a)

It succeeded without violence.

b)

It lasted only one day.

c)

It was led by the military.

d)

It was supported by foreign countries.

17.

What was the most significant contribution of the EDSA Revolution?

a)

The restoration of democracy

b)

The improvement of the economy

c)

The strengthening of military rule

d)

The abolition of foreign aid

18.

How did Corazon Aquino demonstrate democratic leadership?

a)

By establishing a new Constitution

b)

By imposing strict media censorship

c)

By dissolving Congress

d)

By extending martial law

19.

What was the major consequence of the coup attempts during Cory Aquino’s presidency?

a)

Strengthened public trust

b)

Political instability

c)

Economic boom

d)

Expansion of foreign relations

20.

Which problem hindered the success of the CARP?

a)

Resistance from landowners

b)

Lack of farmer interest

c)

Decline in agricultural exports

d)

Shortage of fertilizers

21.

What did the Senate’s rejection of U.S. bases in 1991 symbolize?

a)

Assertion of national sovereignty

b)

Opposition to democracy

c)

Dependence on foreign allies

d)

Economic isolation

22.

What did Noynoy Aquino’s “Daang Matuwid” program emphasize?

a)

Anti-corruption and transparency

b)

Military modernization

c)

Agricultural reform

d)

Tax reduction

23.

Why was the Philippines called a “Tiger Cub Economy” under Fidel Ramos?

a)

Due to economic growth and investor confidence

b)

Because of increased population

c)

Due to foreign dependency

d)

Because of industrial decline

24.

What is a major factor that decreases public trust in the government?

a)

Corruption and poor governance

b)

Economic liberalization

c)

Low population rate

d)

Increased foreign investments

25.

How does the digital divide affect democracy?

a)

It limits equal access to information.

b)

It promotes education nationwide.

c)

It enhances civic participation.

d)

It strengthens government transparency.

26.

Why does poverty persist despite economic growth?

a)

Unequal distribution of wealth

b)

Decrease in agricultural jobs

c)

Decline in education quality

d)

Weak global trade

27.

What is the primary goal of Duterte’s “Build, Build, Build” program?

a)

Infrastructure and economic development

b)

Strengthening military defense

c)

Expanding education reforms

d)

Increasing export trade

28.

What does the EDSA Revolution symbolize globally?

a)

Peaceful resistance and people’s power

b)

Military dominance

c)

Authoritarian revival

d)

Foreign intervention

29.

What lesson can be drawn from the People Power Revolution?

a)

True power lies in the people

b)

Violence ensures justice

c)

Silence maintains order

d)

Wealth defines democracy