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Philippine Constitution Exam

Philippine Constitution Exam

Question 1 of 98

1

No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law, nor shall any person be denied the equal protection of the laws.

Select one of the following:

  • Article III Section 1

  • Article V Section 5

  • Article VI Section 2

  • Article IV Section 7

Explanation

Question 2 of 98

1

Who are the protector of the people and the State?

Select one of the following:

  • Armed Forces of the Philippines

  • Philippine National Police

  • National Bureau of Investigation

  • Baranggay Tanod

Explanation

Question 3 of 98

1

In the event that both the President and Vice President are removed from office, who will act as President in the Philippines?

Select one of the following:

  • President of the Senate

  • Chief Justice

  • Speaker of the House

  • Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief

Explanation

Question 4 of 98

1

The Lower Chamber of the Congress of the Philippines is known by what name?

Select one of the following:

  • House of Representatives

  • House of Ombudsman

  • Supreme Court

  • President of the Philippines

Explanation

Question 5 of 98

1

How many Associate Justices comprise the Supreme Court?

Select one of the following:

  • 11

  • 12

  • 13

  • 14

Explanation

Question 6 of 98

1

What is regarded by the State as a "primary social economic force?"

Select one of the following:

  • Labor

  • Education

  • Investors

  • Tourism

Explanation

Question 7 of 98

1

What are the 3 main branches of the Government of the Philippines?

Select one of the following:

  • Senate, Supreme Court, Congress

  • Presidential, Unicameral- Parliamentary, Bicameral-Parliamentary

  • Legislative, Executive, Judicial

  • The Legislature, The Senate, The Supreme Court

Explanation

Question 8 of 98

1

The Philippines is largely a Catholic nation. Is the separation of Church and State enshrined in the 1987 Constition?

Select one of the following:

  • Yes

  • No

  • Maybe

  • I'm not sure

Explanation

Question 9 of 98

1

Who is the present AFP Chief-of-Staff?

Select one of the following:

  • Lieutenant General Gregorio Pio Catapan

  • General Diomedio Villanueva

  • General Emmanuel Bautista

  • General Hermogenes Esperon Jr.

Explanation

Question 10 of 98

1

A Member of either house of Congress may be expelled by their fellow Members. For a Member to be expelled, how much of the total number of Members of a house must concur with the expulsion?

Select one of the following:

  • Two-Thirds

  • One-Half

  • Three-Fourth

  • One-Fourth

Explanation

Question 11 of 98

1

One of the functions of the government is to enter into treaties and agreements with the governments of other states. However, such agreements will only be valid and effective when the concurrence of a specific government entity has been given. Name this government entity.

Select one of the following:

  • Senate

  • Vice President

  • Ombudsman

  • Chief Justice

Explanation

Question 12 of 98

1

According to Article III, Section 15 of the Constitution, the writ of habeas corpus may be suspended in times of rebellion or what?

Select one of the following:

  • Invasion

  • Peace and Order

  • Respect

  • Prosecutions

Explanation

Question 13 of 98

1

If a President wishes to veto a bill, he/she must communicate it within a certain span of time, otherwise the bill will become a law. How long is this span of time?

Select one of the following:

  • 10 Days

  • 20 Days

  • 30 Days

  • 40 Days

Explanation

Question 14 of 98

1

The Senate shall be composed of how many senators elected at large by voters of the Philippines?

Select one of the following:

  • 21

  • 22

  • 23

  • 24

Explanation

Question 15 of 98

1

The Supreme Court shall be composed of a Chief Justice and how many Associates Justices?

Select one of the following:

  • 12

  • 13

  • 14

  • 15

Explanation

Question 16 of 98

1

The term of office of the President and Vice-president of the Philippines shall be up to how many years?

Select one of the following:

  • 3 Years

  • 4 Years

  • 5 Years

  • 6 Years

Explanation

Question 17 of 98

1

The executive power shall be vested in the _________.

Select one of the following:

  • President of the Philippines

  • House of Representatives

  • The Supreme Court

  • The Congress

Explanation

Question 18 of 98

1

How long shall the term of office of the senators be commenced?

Select one of the following:

  • 2 Years

  • 4 Years

  • 6 Years

  • 8 Years

Explanation

Question 19 of 98

1

The following are citizens of the Philippines except:

Select one of the following:

  • hose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines.

  • Those who are born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority.

  • Those who are naturalized citizens of the Philippines in accordance with law.

  • All of the above are true.

Explanation

Question 20 of 98

1

The following shall be exempted from taxation except:

Select one of the following:

  • Lands and buildings

  • Churches and Convents

  • Charitable institutions

  • Non-Profit cemeteries

Explanation

Question 21 of 98

1

The Congress, by a vote of ____ of both Houses in joint session assembled, voting separately, shall have the sole power to declare a state of war.

Select one of the following:

  • Two-Thirds

  • One-Half

  • Three Quarters

  • Minority

Explanation

Question 22 of 98

1

Who was the President of the 1987 Constitutional Commission?

Select one of the following:

  • Cecilia Munoz Palma.

  • Ambrosio B. Padilla

  • Napoleon G. Rama

  • Ahmad Domacao Alonto

Explanation

Question 23 of 98

1

The legislative power shall be vested in the _________ which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives.

Select one of the following:

  • Congress of the Philippines

  • House of Ombudsman

  • The Supreme Court

  • Bureau of Internal Revenue

Explanation

Question 24 of 98

1

It states that “no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law, nor any person be denied the equal protection of the laws.”

Select one of the following:

  • DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES AND STATE POLICIES

  • BILL OF RIGHTS

  • SUFFRAGE

  • NATIONAL TERRITORY

Explanation

Question 25 of 98

1

It is the right and obligation by all citizens, who are at least 18 years of age, and qualified by law, to vote in the election of national and local officials of the government without literacy,, property, or other substantive requirement.

Select one of the following:

  • Suffrage

  • Election

  • Voting Power

  • Civil Right

Explanation

Question 26 of 98

1

All of the following is TRUE except:

Select one of the following:

  • No person shall be compelled to be a witness against himself

  • No person shall be imprisoned for non-payment of debt or poll tax.

  • No ex post facto law or bill of attainder shall not be enacted.

  • No person shall be detained solely by reason of his political beliefs and aspirations.

Explanation

Question 27 of 98

1

The three inherent powers of the state are the following except one:

Select one of the following:

  • Police Power

  • Power of Eminent Domain

  • Power of Taxation

  • Power to Impeach

Explanation

Question 28 of 98

1

The members of the House of Representatives shall be elected for a term of _______.

Select one of the following:

  • 3 Years

  • 4 Years

  • 5 Years

  • 6 Years

Explanation

Question 29 of 98

1

It is the power of the State to take properties for the purpose of public use upon payment of just compensation.

Select one of the following:

  • Police Power

  • Power of Eminent Domain

  • Power of Taxation

  • Power to Impeach

Explanation

Question 30 of 98

1

It is the power of the State to impose charge or burden to persons and properties, and property rights for the purpose of raising revenues to protect the people and extend public projects and services.

Select one of the following:

  • Police Power

  • Power of Eminent Domain

  • Power if Taxation

  • Power to Impeach

Explanation

Question 31 of 98

1

The following are members of the Constitutional Commission except:

Select one of the following:

  • Commission on Civil Rights

  • Commission on Elections

  • Civil Service Commission

  • Commission on Audit

Explanation

Question 32 of 98

1

It states that public office is public trust and that public officers and employees must, at all times, be accountable to the people, serve them with utmost responsibility, integrity, loyalty and efficiency; act with patriotism and justice and lead modest lives.

Select one of the following:

  • Public Trust

  • Constitutional Rights

  • Accountability

  • Responsibility

Explanation

Question 33 of 98

1

It is the power of the State to promote public welfare by restraining the use of both liberty and property of all people.

Select one of the following:

  • Police Power

  • Power of Eminent Domain

  • Power if Taxation

  • Power to Impeach

Explanation

Question 34 of 98

1

Who shall have the exclusive power to initiate all cases of impeachment?

Select one of the following:

  • House of Blue Ribbon Committee

  • House of Representatives

  • House of the Senate

  • Speaker of the House

Explanation

Question 35 of 98

1

R.A. 6713 is an act to uphold the time-honored principle of public office being a public trust, granting incentives and rewards for exemplary service, enumerating prohibited acts and providing penalties for violations thereof and for other purposes.

Select one of the following:

  • Preamble

  • Code of Ethics

  • Code of Government Officials

  • ode of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees

Explanation

Question 36 of 98

1

The following are duties and responsibilities of Public officials and Employees except:

Select one of the following:

  • Act promptly on letters, inquiries, calls or any other form of communications sent by the public.

  • Submit performance reports of the agency or office regularly

  • Accept gifts from the public upon prioritizing their queries.

  • Process documents and papers expeditiously.

Explanation

Question 37 of 98

1

It is a written instrument containing the proposition and required number of signatories and shall be in a form determined by and submitted to the Commission on Elections.

Select one of the following:

  • Bill

  • Law

  • Proposition

  • Petition

Explanation

Question 38 of 98

1

It is the electoral process by which an initiative on the Constitution is either approved or rejected by the people.

Select one of the following:

  • Referendum

  • Plebiscite

  • Petition

  • Initiative

Explanation

Question 39 of 98

1

It is the power of the electorate to approve or reject a legislation through an election called for the purpose.

Select one of the following:

  • Referendum

  • Plebiscite

  • Petition

  • Initiative

Explanation

Question 40 of 98

1

This law promotes responsible family planning and proper use of reproductive methods to eliminate over-population growth.

Select one of the following:

  • RH Bill

  • Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Law

  • Reproductive Law

  • Family Planning

Explanation

Question 41 of 98

1

It is a specialized agency of the United Nations that concerns international public health.

Select one of the following:

  • Department of Health

  • World Health Organization

  • International Health Organization

  • All of the above

Explanation

Question 42 of 98

1

APEC is a summit that promotes free trade and economic cooperation throughout the Asia-Pacific region countries. APEC stands for:

Select one of the following:

  • Asia Pacific Economic Corporation

  • Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

  • Asia Pacific Economic Council

  • Asia Pacific Economic Countries

Explanation

Question 43 of 98

1

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) aims to accelerate economic growth, stability, social progress and cultural development in the spirit of equality and partnership to strengthen prosperous and peaceful community along Southeast Asian Nations. Which of the following countries is not a member of ASEAN?

Select one of the following:

  • Hong Kong

  • Philippines

  • Singapore

  • Thailand

Explanation

Question 44 of 98

1

It is a law in the Philippines that aims to address legal issues concerning online interactions and harmful internet behavior in the Philippines. It aims to prevent and punish cybercrime in the country.

Select one of the following:

  • Cybersquatting

  • Cybercrime Act

  • Cybercrime Prevention Act

  • Cyber Identity Theft Act

Explanation

Question 45 of 98

1

It is a project of DOST for more accurate, integrated and responsive disaster prevention and mitigation system especially in high-risk calamity areas of the Philippines.

Select one of the following:

  • PAGASA

  • I am Ready

  • DOST-Advanced Disaster Program

  • Project NOAH

Explanation

Question 46 of 98

1

PAGASA is the official government agency for weather forecasting, flood control, astronomical observations, and time service. PAGASA stands for _______?

Select one of the following:

  • Philippine Atmospheric Geographical and Astronomical Services Administration

  • Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration

  • Philippine Atmospheric Geological and Astronomical Services Association

  • Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Association

Explanation

Question 47 of 98

1

PHIVOLCS is a branch of DOST to moderate disasters that may arise from volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunami and other related geotectonic phenomena in the Philippines. What is PHIVOLCS?

Select one of the following:

  • Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

  • Philippine Institute of Volcanic and Seismic Services

  • Philippine Institute of Volcanic and Seismology Services

  • Philippine Institute of Volcano and Seismic System

Explanation

Question 48 of 98

1

It is a process by which thermal radiation from the earth’s surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases and is re-radiated in all directions.

Select one of the following:

  • Global Warming

  • Greenhouse Effect

  • Ozone Layer

  • Solar Radiation

Explanation

Question 49 of 98

1

What do you call the introductory part of the Constitution?

Select one of the following:

  • Preface

  • Amendments

  • Preamble

  • Bill of Rights

Explanation

Question 50 of 98

1

What form of government does Philippines adopt?

Select one of the following:

  • Republican

  • Democratic

  • Communist

  • Republican and Democratic

Explanation

Question 51 of 98

1

What is the power of the State to take private property for public use upon payment of a just compensation?

Select one of the following:

  • Right of confiscation

  • Right of limiting resources

  • Right of sequestration

  • Right of eminent domain

Explanation

Question 52 of 98

1

Who among the following may issue a warrant of arrest or a search warrant?

Select one of the following:

  • Senator

  • Judge

  • Congressman

  • President

Explanation

Question 53 of 98

1

A foreigner may acquire Filipino citizenship through

Select one of the following:

  • Naturalization

  • Extradition

  • Rebirth

  • Visa application

Explanation

Question 54 of 98

1

The right to vote is also known as _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • Suffrage

  • Naturalization

  • Democracy

  • Plebiscite

Explanation

Question 55 of 98

1

How many Senators in the Senate?

Select one of the following:

  • 25

  • 24

  • 12

  • 30

Explanation

Question 56 of 98

1

What is the minimum age requirement of a Senator?

Select one of the following:

  • 30 years old

  • 25 years old

  • 20 years old

  • 35 years old

Explanation

Question 57 of 98

1

Which of the following bills 'DO NOT' originate from the House of Representative?

Select one of the following:

  • Appropriation Bills

  • Revenue or Tariff Bills

  • Amnesty

  • Private bills

Explanation

Question 58 of 98

1

The Members of the Lower House are

Select one of the following:

  • Elected by region and by party list.

  • Elected by region and appointed by the President.

  • Elected by district and party list

  • Elected by district and appointed by the Senators.

Explanation

Question 59 of 98

1

The Legislative power of the Government shall be vested in the

Select one of the following:

  • President

  • Congress

  • Supreme Court

  • Ombudsman

Explanation

Question 60 of 98

1

Which of the following may disqualify a person from running for Presidency?

Select one of the following:

  • He is sixty years old on the day of the election.

  • He lived abroad five years preceding the election.

  • He has Filipino parents but was born in the United States.

  • He is a registered voter.

Explanation

Question 61 of 98

1

Which of the following shows the transfer of power should the President be incapable of discharging his duties?

Select one of the following:

  • President > Vice President > Senate President > House Speaker

  • President > Vice President > Chief Justice > Senate President

  • President > Vice President > Chief Justice > House Speaker

  • President > Vice President > House Speaker > Senate President

Explanation

Question 62 of 98

1

A member of Supreme Court

Select one of the following:

  • Must have been for 15 years or more, a judge of a lower court.

  • Must have been for 10 years, a judge of the Court of Appeals.

  • May not be a member of the Philippine Bar.

  • May be a naturalized citizen.

Explanation

Question 63 of 98

1

The Supreme Court is composed of :

Select one of the following:

  • A Chief Justice and 14 Associate Justices.

  • Two Chief Justices and 14 Associate Justices.

  • A Chief Justice and 12 Associate Justices.

  • A Chief Justice and an indefinite number of Associate Justices.

Explanation

Question 64 of 98

1

Which of the following is a Constitutional Commission?

Select one of the following:

  • Commission of Human Rights

  • Philippine Commission on Good Governance

  • Civil Service Commission

  • Commission on Natural Resources

Explanation

Question 65 of 98

1

What branch of Government has the sole right to initiate all cases of impeachment?

Select one of the following:

  • Senate

  • Commission of Election

  • House of Representative

  • Judiciary

Explanation

Question 66 of 98

1

When is the deadline for filing income tax returns for every taxable year?

Select one of the following:

  • Every April 15 of the year

  • Every April 30 of the year

  • Every March 15 of the year

  • Every March 30 of the year

Explanation

Question 67 of 98

1

Which of the following is not removable from office by impeachment?

Select one of the following:

  • Member of Supreme Court

  • Member of Constitutional Commissions

  • The Ombudsman

  • Senators

Explanation

Question 68 of 98

1

What is the National Language of the Philippines?

Select one of the following:

  • Pilipino

  • Tagalog

  • English & Filipino

  • Filipino

Explanation

Question 69 of 98

1

Who may propose any amendment to, or revision of the Constitution?

Select one of the following:

  • Congress or a Constitutional Convention

  • Congress and a Constitutional Convention

  • Judiciary and Congress

  • Judiciary and Constitutional Convention

Explanation

Question 70 of 98

1

What tax is paid by individuals who derive compensation income?

Select one of the following:

  • Value Added Tax

  • Excise Tax

  • Income Tax

  • Real Estate Tax

Explanation

Question 71 of 98

1

Which following statement is TRUE about taxes?

Select one of the following:

  • It is a voluntary payment.

  • It is payable both in cash and in kind.

  • It is an enforced contribution.

  • It is based on one's desire to pay.

Explanation

Question 72 of 98

1

What tax is imposed on one's right to transmit property at death. and is measured by the value of the property?

Select one of the following:

  • Excise Tax

  • Withholding Tax

  • Donor's Tax

  • Estate Tax

Explanation

Question 73 of 98

1

Which of the following is classified as being "Head of the Family" for income tax purposes?

Select one of the following:

  • A married individual with dependents.

  • An unmarried individual with dependents.

  • A married individual without dependents.

  • An unmarried individual without dependents.

Explanation

Question 74 of 98

1

What Act implements the mandate for the "State to make essential goods, health and other social services available to all people at affordable cost"?

Select one of the following:

  • Land Reform Program

  • Generics Act

  • Resettlement Act

  • Freedom Act

Explanation

Question 75 of 98

1

Within the provided periods of time, public officials and employees are required to file their statement of assets and liabilities and financial disclosure in the following instances EXCEPT __________.

Select one of the following:

  • compulsory retirement

  • voluntary resignation

  • acceptance of foreign scholarship

  • expiration of the term of office

Explanation

Question 76 of 98

1

Which of the following is true about elective local officials?

Select one of the following:

  • The Term of office is three years.

  • Barangay Officials' term of office is indefinite.

  • An official may be reelected indefinitely.

  • An official may not serve for less than three terms.

Explanation

Question 77 of 98

1

What may be classifies as alienable lands of the public domain?

Select one of the following:

  • Forest

  • Mineral Lands

  • National Park

  • Agricultural Lands

Explanation

Question 78 of 98

1

What is the maximum equity for aliens in a corporation or association in the exploration development and utilization of natural resources?

Select one of the following:

  • 60%

  • 40%

  • 50%

  • 30%

Explanation

Question 79 of 98

1

What is recognized by the State as the foundation of the nation?

Select one of the following:

  • Barangay

  • Community

  • Family

  • Municipality

Explanation

Question 80 of 98

1

Elective or appointive public officials or employees cannot accept any present, compensation, office or title of any kind from any foreign government without the consent of

Select one of the following:

  • The President

  • The Ombudsman

  • The Chief Justice

  • Congress

Explanation

Question 81 of 98

1

For expenditures processing of documents, except otherwise provided by law or regulation, how many initials or signature must any written action or decision contain?

Select one of the following:

  • 6

  • 5

  • 4

  • 3

Explanation

Question 82 of 98

1

152. Which of the following rights ensure the well-being of the individual and foster preservation, enrichment and dynamic evolution of national culture based on the principle of unity in diversity in a climate of free artistic and intellectual expression?

Select one of the following:

  • Political rights

  • Civil rights

  • Economic and Social rights

  • Cultural rights

Explanation

Question 83 of 98

1

Which of the following government agencies exercises original and exclusive jurisdiction over all contests relating to the election returns and the qualifications of the President and the Vice President

Select one of the following:

  • Supreme Court

  • Senate Electoral Tribunal

  • Commission on Appointments

  • Commission on Elections

Explanation

Question 84 of 98

1

Right that guarantees similar treatment to all persons similarly situated and precludes arbitrary or unjust discrimination to secure and safeguard such right is called the _________.

Select one of the following:

  • Right against double jeopardy

  • Right to just compensation

  • Right to equal protection of the law

  • Right to due process of law

Explanation

Question 85 of 98

1

The right to privacy of a person is defined as one’s right to __________.

Select one of the following:

  • Believe whatever one wishes

  • Build a home wherever one chooses

  • Be a member of any group

  • Be free from unwarranted publicity

Explanation

Question 86 of 98

1

A voter is disqualified from exercising the right to suffrage if said voter __________.

Select one of the following:

  • Is a naturalized Filipino citizen

  • Turned 20 years old just before the election

  • Has been a resident of the Philippine for less than six months

  • Is poor and illiterate

Explanation

Question 87 of 98

1

Who may be appointed as member of the Cabinet without needing confirmation from the Commission on Appointments?

Select one of the following:

  • Senate President

  • Vice-President

  • Speaker of the House

  • Any Congress Representative

Explanation

Question 88 of 98

1

The right of private individuals to secure for themselves the enjoyment of their means of happiness such as the right to a name, the right to form a family, and the right to security of personal papers and effects are called ___________.

Select one of the following:

  • Economic and Social rights

  • Cultural Rights

  • Civil Rights

  • Inherent rights

Explanation

Question 89 of 98

1

At least how many years after the Constitution has been ratified may the people propose amendments through initiative?

Select one of the following:

  • 10 Years

  • 7 Years

  • 6 Years

  • 5 Years

Explanation

Question 90 of 98

1

Which of the following sectors is NOT represented in the House of Representatives through the party-list system.

Select one of the following:

  • Religious

  • Youth

  • Women

  • Labor

Explanation

Question 91 of 98

1

Who among the following is responsible for determining the existence of probable cause for the issuance of a warrant of arrest or search warrant?

Select one of the following:

  • Lawyer

  • Prosecutor

  • Police Investigator

  • Judge

Explanation

Question 92 of 98

1

Which of the following statements BEST describes the relationship between global warming ozone depletion?

Select one of the following:

  • Global warming contributes to ozone depletion.

  • Global warming and ozone depletion have nothing to do with each other.

  • Excessive build-up of carbon dioxide causes both global warming and ozone depletion.

  • Ozone depletion contributes to global warming.

Explanation

Question 93 of 98

1

Monoculture cropping or planting a single crop in a large area is not advisable because it

Select one of the following:

  • Requires more water.

  • Causes drought.

  • Lowers the water table.

  • Promotes pest infestation.

Explanation

Question 94 of 98

1

Which of the following is the major cause of coral reef destruction?

Select one of the following:

  • Dynamite fishing

  • Muro-Ami

  • Oil Spill

  • Sewage pollution

Explanation

Question 95 of 98

1

The lasting environmental impact of a large-scale mining operation comes from

Select one of the following:

  • Air pollution

  • Noise pollution

  • Deforestation

  • Mine railings

Explanation

Question 96 of 98

1

Jaywalking, throwing garbage anywhere vandalism, not waiting in line, and tardiness are manifestations of __________.

Select one of the following:

  • Disorderliness

  • Lack of discipline

  • Lack of sense of property

  • Lack of punctuality

Explanation

Question 97 of 98

1

Fishery resource in marine and coastal waters may be considered as “open access resources” because of the __________.

Select one of the following:

  • Mobile nature of fish and water

  • Difficulty in marking sea boundaries

  • Proliferation of fish pens

  • Overfishing in municipal waters

Explanation

Question 98 of 98

1

Every government agency is required to develop, update regularly, and make available to the transacting public __________.

Select one of the following:

  • the names of action officers

  • the performance targets

  • the rates of service fees

  • a directory of officials

Explanation

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