GENERAL INFORMATION CURRENT EVENT
1.Which is/are mandated by RA 9003, Ecological Solid Waste Management Act?
I. Promote national research and development programs for improved solid waste management and resource conversation techniques.
II. More effective institutional arrangement and indigenous and improved methods of waste reduction, collection, separation and recovery;
III. Retain primary enforcement and responsibility of solid waste management with local government units.
IV. Strength the integration of ecological solid waste management and resource conversation and recovery topics into the academic curricula
of formal and non-formal education in order to promote environment awareness and action among the citizenry.
A. I, II, III and IV C. I, II and III
B. I, III and IV D. II, III and IV
2.What is the main reason behind the policy of full public disclosure of all government transactions involving public interest?
A. To get the lowest bidder C. To democratize bidding procedures
B. To fight corruption D. To make people more vigilant
3. For which are the state policies on “equal access to opportunities for public service and prohibition of political dynasties”. And
“strengthening the merit and the rewards system” intended?
I. To uphold the quality of public service.
II. To put men and women on equal footing.
III. To increase labor protection and social security.
IV. To build an egalitarian society.
A.II only C. I and IV
B. II, III and IV D. I, III and IV
4.Which constitutional right is violated when without valid warrants and against the law, the law enforcers search your house over your
objections and confiscate your personal belongings?
A. Right against un reasonable searches and seizures.
B. Right to free speech and expression
C. Right of liberty of adobe and changing the same
D. Right against self-incrimination
5.Which right is violated by wiretapping?
A. The right to privacy of communication
B. The right to private property
C. The right to information on matters of public concern
D. Freedom of expression
6. In which is the independence of the judiciary shown?
A. The qualification of the Justices of the Supreme Court can be changed by Congress.
B. The Supreme Court is beyond criticism
C. The Supreme Court is given authority to appoint all officials and employee of the judiciary.
D. The salaries of the member of the Supreme Court and of the lower courts can be decreased during their continuance in office
7. Which is the judicial check on the Executive and Legislative branches of the government?
A. Determines the term of a member of the House of the Representatives
B. Judges the constitutionality of executive orders
C. Prescribes the qualification of the President
D. Prescribes the qualification pf a senator
8. To foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress and promote total human liberation, the State shall give priority to which
areas?
A. Health services
B. Education, science and technology
C. Prescribes the qualification of the President
D. Prescribes the qualification of a senator
9. Does Congress have the sole power to declare the existence of war?
A. Yes.
B. Yes, provided the President approves it.
C. No, the house of Representatives has also the power provided, vote is unanimous
D. No, the senate also has the power on condition that Senator objects.
10. As a policy of the state provided in Article II Section 26, equal access and opportunities are ensured for public service by
prohibiting_________
A. Political dynasties
B. appointment of relatives within fourth degree of consanguinity and affinity
C. multiple employment in government office
D. non-passers of civil service exam to apply in the government offices
11. Under the constitution, in case of the President and the Vice-President’s death, who shall act as the President?
A. Executive Secretary C. Speaker of the House of Representatives
B. Senate President D. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
, 12. Prisoners from city jails nationwide are complaining about the detention room that they are occupying. They feel that they deserve better
facilities. What does the Philippine Constitution prescribe regarding penal facilities?
A. Penal facilities not under subhuman conditions
B. State-of-the-art penal facilities
C. Fully air-conditioned rooms
D. Well-ventilated and fully furnished rooms
13.Who may extend the proclamation of martial law or suspension of the privilege of the writ of hubeas corpus?
A. Ombudsman C. Congress
B. Chief of Justice D. President
14. Under the constitution, religion may be taught only if there is __________
A. permission from the parent that is expressed in writing
B. approval from the division Superintendent
C. there is approval from the parish priest
D. there is approval from the barangay captain
15. In which form of government are all citizens treated as equals on certain dimensions such as religion, politics, economics, social status and
culture?
A. Democracy C. Socialism
B. Totalitarianism D. Egalitarianism
16. The right to suffrage may be exercised by all Filipino citizens EXPECT those who are _____
A. at least 16 years of age at the time of election
B. qualified and registered voters
C. residing in the Philippines for at least one year
D. residing in our country for at least six months immediately preceding election
17. While protecting the rights of workers, are the right of employers or owners of enterprises also protected?
A. Yes, employers and owners of enterprises have the right to reasonable returns on investments
B. It depends on the nature of business they are engaged in.
C. It depends on whether they are good or no good employers.
D. No, they are most powerful and so they already have a lot of right.
18.What characteristics of the present legislative branch differentiate it from the Batasang Pambansa of the Marcos government?
A. It has an office of the President C. It empowers the president over the legislature
B. It is bicameral D. It makes the president also the prime Minister
Of the government.
19. Which policy is an innovation of the 1987 constitution?
A. To provide urban land reform and social housing program
B. To give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture and sports.
C. To establish a parliamentary form of government.
D. To give “grant” of lands of public domain to qualified citizens.
20. Who among the Presidents of the Philippines was known for his love for the “little man” and opened Malacañang Palace to all?
A. Carlos P. Garcia C. Ferdinand Marcos
B. Ramon Magsaysay D. Elpidio Quirino
21. Every elected President of the Philippines delivers SONS. What does SONA mean?
A. State of the Nation Address C. Speech of the Nation Assembly
B. Speech of the Nation Address D. State of the Nation Advoca
22.The maritime dispute between Philippines and China has made significant impact on the relations of the two states. The Philippines
maintains its position that Spratly Islands is within the Exclusive Economic Zone of the country while China invokes its____
A. Carlos P. Garcia C. Manuel Roxas
B. Diosdado Macapagal D. Ramon Magsaysay
123. Who was the revolutionary leader who continued to struggle even after the establishment of America rule and the established “Republika
ng katagalugan”?
A. Simeon Ola C. Artemio Ricarte
B. Macario Sakay D. Miguel Malvar
24. Which is a visible Hispanic Legacy?
A. Love for basketball C. Prevalence of noodles
B. Love for fast food D. Prevalence of Spanish surnames among Filipinos
25. As a result of EDSA I, the Philippines _________-
1.Which is/are mandated by RA 9003, Ecological Solid Waste Management Act?
I. Promote national research and development programs for improved solid waste management and resource conversation techniques.
II. More effective institutional arrangement and indigenous and improved methods of waste reduction, collection, separation and recovery;
III. Retain primary enforcement and responsibility of solid waste management with local government units.
IV. Strength the integration of ecological solid waste management and resource conversation and recovery topics into the academic curricula
of formal and non-formal education in order to promote environment awareness and action among the citizenry.
A. I, II, III and IV C. I, II and III
B. I, III and IV D. II, III and IV
2.What is the main reason behind the policy of full public disclosure of all government transactions involving public interest?
A. To get the lowest bidder C. To democratize bidding procedures
B. To fight corruption D. To make people more vigilant
3. For which are the state policies on “equal access to opportunities for public service and prohibition of political dynasties”. And
“strengthening the merit and the rewards system” intended?
I. To uphold the quality of public service.
II. To put men and women on equal footing.
III. To increase labor protection and social security.
IV. To build an egalitarian society.
A.II only C. I and IV
B. II, III and IV D. I, III and IV
4.Which constitutional right is violated when without valid warrants and against the law, the law enforcers search your house over your
objections and confiscate your personal belongings?
A. Right against un reasonable searches and seizures.
B. Right to free speech and expression
C. Right of liberty of adobe and changing the same
D. Right against self-incrimination
5.Which right is violated by wiretapping?
A. The right to privacy of communication
B. The right to private property
C. The right to information on matters of public concern
D. Freedom of expression
6. In which is the independence of the judiciary shown?
A. The qualification of the Justices of the Supreme Court can be changed by Congress.
B. The Supreme Court is beyond criticism
C. The Supreme Court is given authority to appoint all officials and employee of the judiciary.
D. The salaries of the member of the Supreme Court and of the lower courts can be decreased during their continuance in office
7. Which is the judicial check on the Executive and Legislative branches of the government?
A. Determines the term of a member of the House of the Representatives
B. Judges the constitutionality of executive orders
C. Prescribes the qualification of the President
D. Prescribes the qualification pf a senator
8. To foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social progress and promote total human liberation, the State shall give priority to which
areas?
A. Health services
B. Education, science and technology
C. Prescribes the qualification of the President
D. Prescribes the qualification of a senator
9. Does Congress have the sole power to declare the existence of war?
A. Yes.
B. Yes, provided the President approves it.
C. No, the house of Representatives has also the power provided, vote is unanimous
D. No, the senate also has the power on condition that Senator objects.
10. As a policy of the state provided in Article II Section 26, equal access and opportunities are ensured for public service by
prohibiting_________
A. Political dynasties
B. appointment of relatives within fourth degree of consanguinity and affinity
C. multiple employment in government office
D. non-passers of civil service exam to apply in the government offices
11. Under the constitution, in case of the President and the Vice-President’s death, who shall act as the President?
A. Executive Secretary C. Speaker of the House of Representatives
B. Senate President D. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
, 12. Prisoners from city jails nationwide are complaining about the detention room that they are occupying. They feel that they deserve better
facilities. What does the Philippine Constitution prescribe regarding penal facilities?
A. Penal facilities not under subhuman conditions
B. State-of-the-art penal facilities
C. Fully air-conditioned rooms
D. Well-ventilated and fully furnished rooms
13.Who may extend the proclamation of martial law or suspension of the privilege of the writ of hubeas corpus?
A. Ombudsman C. Congress
B. Chief of Justice D. President
14. Under the constitution, religion may be taught only if there is __________
A. permission from the parent that is expressed in writing
B. approval from the division Superintendent
C. there is approval from the parish priest
D. there is approval from the barangay captain
15. In which form of government are all citizens treated as equals on certain dimensions such as religion, politics, economics, social status and
culture?
A. Democracy C. Socialism
B. Totalitarianism D. Egalitarianism
16. The right to suffrage may be exercised by all Filipino citizens EXPECT those who are _____
A. at least 16 years of age at the time of election
B. qualified and registered voters
C. residing in the Philippines for at least one year
D. residing in our country for at least six months immediately preceding election
17. While protecting the rights of workers, are the right of employers or owners of enterprises also protected?
A. Yes, employers and owners of enterprises have the right to reasonable returns on investments
B. It depends on the nature of business they are engaged in.
C. It depends on whether they are good or no good employers.
D. No, they are most powerful and so they already have a lot of right.
18.What characteristics of the present legislative branch differentiate it from the Batasang Pambansa of the Marcos government?
A. It has an office of the President C. It empowers the president over the legislature
B. It is bicameral D. It makes the president also the prime Minister
Of the government.
19. Which policy is an innovation of the 1987 constitution?
A. To provide urban land reform and social housing program
B. To give priority to education, science and technology, arts, culture and sports.
C. To establish a parliamentary form of government.
D. To give “grant” of lands of public domain to qualified citizens.
20. Who among the Presidents of the Philippines was known for his love for the “little man” and opened Malacañang Palace to all?
A. Carlos P. Garcia C. Ferdinand Marcos
B. Ramon Magsaysay D. Elpidio Quirino
21. Every elected President of the Philippines delivers SONS. What does SONA mean?
A. State of the Nation Address C. Speech of the Nation Assembly
B. Speech of the Nation Address D. State of the Nation Advoca
22.The maritime dispute between Philippines and China has made significant impact on the relations of the two states. The Philippines
maintains its position that Spratly Islands is within the Exclusive Economic Zone of the country while China invokes its____
A. Carlos P. Garcia C. Manuel Roxas
B. Diosdado Macapagal D. Ramon Magsaysay
123. Who was the revolutionary leader who continued to struggle even after the establishment of America rule and the established “Republika
ng katagalugan”?
A. Simeon Ola C. Artemio Ricarte
B. Macario Sakay D. Miguel Malvar
24. Which is a visible Hispanic Legacy?
A. Love for basketball C. Prevalence of noodles
B. Love for fast food D. Prevalence of Spanish surnames among Filipinos
25. As a result of EDSA I, the Philippines _________-
