Legal Bases of Education in the Philippines, 153-Item Reviewer for the Licensure Examination for Teachers

1) Values education is offered as a separate subject in the NSEC while value development is ___.

a) emphasized for creativity and productivity
b) integrated with Technology and Home Economics
c) emphasized in Science and Technology
d) integrated in all subject areas

2) Aside from the appropriation by Congress for the support of public education ____ was enacted to aid provincial, municipal, city and barrio schools.

a) RA No. 7784
c. RA No. 5447
b) RA No. 7731
d. RA No. 7743

3) By constitutional mandate the state shall exercise reasonable supervision and regulation of all educational institutions. This means that the state may ___.

a) take charge of the administration of educational institutions
b) impose minimum requirements and conditions upon which school may operate
c) set and dictate the policies of private schools
d) collect taxes from donations or contributions given directly for educational purposes.

4) Rapid technological development facilities transmission of knowledge for educational purposes, whether formal or informal through media technology. This development is called ___.

a. Sine Skwela Technology
b. Mass Media Technology
c. Distance Educational Technology
d. Computer Assisted Technology

5) Institutions of learning are required to meet the minimum standards for state recognition but are encouraged to set higher standards of quality over and above the minimum through ____ as provided in Educational Act of 1982.

a) life-long education
c. formal education
b) voluntary accreditation
d. academic freedom

6) Which of the following is NOT provided in Education Act of 1940?

a) the national support of elementary education
b) the double-single session plan in the elementary schools
c) the six-year elementary course
d) vocational education in the public schools

7) The primary objective in the regionalization of the educational system is to ___.

a) encourage the undertaking of language researches in various regions
b) take into account local needs and condition and encourage local development planning
c) get assurance that all educational policies are implemented nationwide
d) promote quality education at all levels and in all communities of the country

8) These are also known as “combination classes” organized in barrios/barangays where the required number of pupils of the same grade levels has not met the required number to make a separate class thus the teacher apportions class time for instruction to every grade level within class. These are ____.

a. extension classes
b. heterogeneous classes
c. multi-grade classes
d. homogenous classes

9) Which policy of the State does the National Secondary Assessment Test (NSAT) enhance?

a. the coordination of functions and activities of education institutions
b. the evaluation of the graduates of secondary schools
c. the offering of scholarships to deserving students
d. the maintenance of the highest quality of education

10) To fight illiteracy, the 1987 Constitution mandates that the state shall maintain a system of free education in elementary and high school. Further it provides that ___.

a. elementary education should be compulsory for all children of school age
b. formal and nonformal education should be compulsory
c. elementary and high school education should be compulsory
d. education at all levels should be compulsory

11) According to the Constitution, the State is required to establish and maintain free public and compulsory education in the ____.

a) elementary level only
b) secondary level
c) secondary and tertiary levels
d) elementary and secondary levels

12) The recognition of teachers as persons in authority was conferred to them during the ___.

a. Spanish rule
b. Japanese regime
c. American rule
d. Commonwealth government

13) Section V, Article XIV of the 1986 Constitution provides that the State shall assign the highest budgetary priority to education to ____.

a) encourage teacher to conduct more researchers and studies on the arts and culture
b) ensure that all schools are provided with modern equipment and facilities
c) attack the best available talents through adequate remuneration
d) curtail the exodus of the teachers seeking employment abroad

14) The primary objective of bilingual education is to prepare the learners to be ____.

a) proficient in Filipino and eight major dialects
b) globally competitive
c) proficient in English and another foreign language
d) proficient in both Filipino and English

15) According to Magna Carta for Teachers, a teacher assigned to a school ten or more kilometers from the poblacion without regular means of transportation to reach, is entitle to ___.

a) a hardship allowance of 25 percent of the monthly salary as additional compensation
b) an additional compensation of 50 percent of the monthly salary
c) service credits of one day for every five days of service during the whole year
d) the privilege of teaching only four days a week

16) The operation “Return to the Basics” saw its embodiment in the ____.

a) National Elementary Achievement Test
b) New Secondary Education Curriculum
c) National Secondary Achievement Test
d) New Elementary School Curriculum

17) To strengthen teacher education the Teacher Education Council created under RA No. 7764 will choose a private or public college engaged in pre-service, continuing, formal and non-formal education of teachers in strategic places in each region of the country based on certain criteria. This will be called ____

a) Department of Teacher Education
b) Teacher Education Center of Excellence
c) Commission on Teacher Education
d) Teacher Education Commission

18) Which policy of the State does the administration of the National Elementary Achievement Test (NEAT) enhance?

a) the maintenance of the highest quality of education
b) the evaluation of elementary grade graduates
c) the revision of elementary education curriculum to make it responsible to the needs of the time
d) the coordination of functions and activities of education institutions

19) Professionalization of teachers and teaching as promulgated in Presidential Decree No. 1006, defines teaching as profession concerned with classroom institution ____.

a) by teachers on full-time basis
b) at the tertiary level in both public and private institutions
c) at the elementary and secondary levels in both public and private schools
d) by teachers of permanent status

20) The Educational Act of 1982 expressly granted institutions of higher learning the freedom to determine on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who may teach and what shall be the subjects of study and research. This refers to ____.

a. academic freedom
b. constitutional freedom
c. educational freedom
d. institutional freedom

21) In the Preamble of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, which of the following teacher descriptions is included in the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers?

a. Persons of dignity and reputation
b. Duly licensed professional
c. With satisfactory teaching performance
d. Passed the licensure exams for teachers

22) In a DECS Memorandum issued last 1998, the new name of multi-grade is ___.

a. paaralan ng bahay
c. escuela nueva
b. friendly school
d. school of the future

23) The encouragement of self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs as stated in the 1987 Constitution has given rise to ___.

a) the clamor for a Grade VII
b) the conduct of NEAT and NSAT
c) the implementation of open universities and distance learning programs
d) institutionalization of early childhood care and development

24) The 1987 Philippine Constitution states the following EXCEPT –

a) The National language of the Philippines is Filipino
b) The official language of the Philippines are Filipino and English
c) Filipino is the Tagalog of the Tagalog speaking provinces
d) The government shall initiate and sustain the use of Filipino as medium of official communication and as a language of instruction in the education system

25) A presidential body to study Philippines Education created by virtue of Executive Order No. 46 during the incumbency of DECS Secretary Andrew Gonzales with an aim to study Philippine Education is the ___.

a. Presidential Commission on Educational Reform
b. Commission on Philippine Education
c. Survey Outcomes of Elementary Education
d. Philippine Commission to Survey Philippine Education

26) The Constitutional provision on language has the following aims EXCEPT –

a) to make the regional dialect as auxiliary media of instructions in regional schools
b) to maintain English as a second language
c) to make Filipino the sole medium of instruction
d) to make Filipino the national language and medium of instruction and official communication

27) The introduction of non-formal education in life with the Constitution provision on ___.

a) protection of teachers
b) promoting the rights of all citizens to make quality education accessible to all
c) acceptance, affection and achievement
d) affection, ability, attitudes

28) With regards to business, which does the Code of Ethics say about teachers?

a) a teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to debts, loans and other financial matters
b) no teacher shall be financially interested in any commercial venture involving textbooks and other school commodities where he/she can exercise official influence
c) no teacher shall act as an agent of textbooks and other school commodities where he/she can exercise official influence
d) a teacher may not engage in any kind of business

29) Which is ethical for a teacher to do in a situation where he/she falls in love with a student or when a student falls in love with his/her teacher?

a) the teacher advises the student to discontinue with his/her studies
b) the teacher resigns from his/her teaching job
c) the teacher avoids that learner
d) the teacher exercises discretion to avoid scandal and gossip and preferential treatment of that learner

30) Miss Connie Cepeda is newly appointed teacher. The principal handed a copy of the Teacher’s Code of Ethics. Which could have been the motive of the principal?

a) acquaint her with principles of moral behavior, conduct and relationship in the practice of profession
b) make her aware of the principles and rules prescribed under the authority of the state
c) familiarize her with the generally customs of right living in a society
d. provides her a set of rules and regulation to observe in school

31) Ms. Shrilly Ann Regalado is newly appointed teacher. The principal advised her to avoid any conduct, which discredits the teaching profession. Which of the following action will not any manner discredit the teaching profession?

a) writing anonymous letters
b) revealing confidential information to authorities concerned
c) assigning undeserved grades
d) joining social drinking and gambling session

32) As a teacher you enjoy certain rights, which have corresponding responsibility. Which situation reflects balance of rights and authority?

a) allow your husband a once a week completely free night out with his own friends
b) ask your husband to give you once a week, a similar completely free night out with friends
c) insists on going together on your once a week free night together
d) refuse your husband request for a once a weeknight out

33) Which of the following is less evil? A teacher had to collect money from parents to defray expenses of an elaborate Graduation Program.

a) request rich parents to start the collection and serve as model for the poor parents
b) teach children to find means and ways to get the amount of money needed
c) ask children to deposit half of their money for recess to the teacher
d) present simple program to cut down on expenses

34) In recent years there has been an increasing emphasis on non-formal education. What is the major concern of non-formal education in the Philippine context?

a. acquisition of appropriate vocational and technical skills
b. dislike of white collar jobs
c. eradication of illiteracy
d. love of arts in all forms

35) The Philippine Education Act of 1982 defines the areas of concern of the three levels of the education system. Which is the mission of the elementary education?

a) an enlightened, disciplined, creative and productive citizen
b) modern and up-to-date methods and materials
c) an effective and efficient teacher
d) relevant and quality curriculum

36) Which of the following is a value thrust of the New Elementary Education?

a) pursuit of higher intellectual and moral values
b) extension and deepening of social concerns
c) development of a sense of nationhood
d) preservation of democratic values

37) The main purpose of the compulsory study of the Constitution in the Philippine schools is to ___.

a. prepare students for law-making
b. acquaint students with the historical development of the Philippine Constitution
c. make constitutional experts of the students
d. develop the students into responsible, thinking citizens

38) In the Preamble of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers, which is not mentioned about teachers?

a. possess dignity and reputation
b. with high moral values as well as technical and professional competence
c. LET passers
d. duly licensed professionals

39) Whom does the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers NOT cover?

a. teachers in the tertiary level
b. all full-time or part-time public and private school teachers and administrators
c. teachers in all educational institutions at the pre-school, elementary and secondary levels
d. teachers of academic, vocational, special, technical or non-formal institutions

40) In the most recent curriculum introduced in 2002, Makabayan is a subject –

a. singles out Values Education
b. serves as a practice environment for holistic learning
c. compartmentalizes subject excluding English, Filipino, Science and Math
d. integrates English, Filipino, Science and Math

41) The Filipino learner envisioned by the Department of Education is one who is imbued with the desirable values of a person who is –

a. makabayan, makasarili, makakalikasan, at maka-Diyos
b. makabayan, makatao, makahalaman,at maka-Diyos
c. makabayan, makakaragatan, makatao, at maka-Diyos
d. makabayan, makatao, makakalikasan, at maka-Diyos

42) Which is NOT a characteristic of the 2002 Basic education Curriculum?

a. more integrated
b. more compartmentalized
c. more holistic
d. makes use of interdisciplinary approach

43) Which program was adopted to provide universal access to basic education to eradicate illiteracy?

a. “paaralan-sa-bawat-barangay”
b. education for all
c. values education framework
d. science and education development plan

44) The Philippine constitution directs the teaching of religion in public schools on the following conditions EXCEPT

a. option is expressed in writing
b. without cost to the government
c. with cost shouldered by the parents or guardians
d. given only at the option of parents or guardians

45) The adoption of national language directed by the Philippine Constitution is designed primarily to –

a. facilitate communication among diverse linguistic groups
b. do away from colonial mentality
c. officially adopt Tagalog as national language
d. counteract elitism

46) What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 1 and Section 2, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?

a. Quality education is a privilege in so far as all citizens are concerned.
b. Public education in the elementary is free and compulsory.
c. Scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies and other incentives to deserving students in both public and private schools.
d. Nonformal, informal and indigenous learning, self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs are encouraged.
e. All of these

47) What statement is FALSE with reference to the provisions of Section 3, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?

a. The study of the Constitution shall be included in the curricula of all educational institution.
b. Religion shall be allowed to be taught in public elementary and high schools within the regular class hours.
c. Nationalism, patriotism, love of humanity, respect for human rights, and appreciation of the role of national heroes shall be inculcated and fostered in all schools.
d. The rights and duties of citizenship shall be taught, ethical and moral values strengthened, moral character and discipline developed, critical and creative thinking encouraged, scientific and technological knowledge broadened, vocational efficiency to be promoted.
e. All of these

48) What statement is FALSE with reference to the implementing guidelines the policy on bilingual education as contained in Department Order No. 25, s. 1974?

a. Bilingual education is defined operationally as the separate use of Filipino and English as media of instruction in definite subject areas; Arabic shall be used in areas where necessary.
b. English and Filipino are used as media of instruction in Grade I in all schools, except in those schools using the vernacular.
c. English and Filipino shall be taught as language subjects in all grades in the elementary and secondary schools.
d. Filipino shall be used as medium of instruction in social studies, science, worked education, health education and physical education. English shall remain as medium.
e. All of these

49) What statement is False with reference to Section 6 and 7 of Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?

a. The national language of the Philippines is Filipino. It shall be further developed and enriched on the basis of existing Philippine and other languages.
b. For purposes of communication and instruction, the official languages of the Philippines are Filipino and English.
c. The use of Filipino as a medium of official communication and as language of instruction in the educational system is an executive prerogative.
d. Spanish and Arabic shall be promoted on a vocabulary and optional basis.
e. All of these

50) What statement is FALSE with regard to the provisions of Section 10-19 of Article XIV of the 1986 Constitution?

a. Considering that science and technology are essential for national development, the State shall give priority to science and technology education.
b. Equal access to cultural opportunities is ensured through the educational system.
c. All educational institutions are mandated to undertake regular sports activities throughout the country.
d. The evolution of a Filipino national cultural based on one ethnic culture shall be fostered.
e. All of these

51) What statement is NOT TRUE with reference to Section 4, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?

a. The control and administration of educational institution shall be vested in the citizen of the Philippines.
b. No educational institution, without exception, shall be established exclusively for aliens and no group of aliens shall comprise more than one-third of the enrolment in any school.
c. Academic freedom shall be enjoyed in all institutions of higher learning.
d. The State shall enhance the right of teachers to professional advancement; the State shall assign the highest budgetary priority to education and ensure that teaching will retain its rightful share of the best available talents through adequate remuneration and others means of job satisfaction and fulfillment.
e. All of these

52) Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, Sec. 13:2 provides institutions the freedom to determine on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who shall teach, and what shall be the subject and research. This statement means:

a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.

53) Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, Sec. 12 grants school managers the right to be deemed persons in authority in the discharge of lawful duties and responsibilities and shall therefore be accorded due respect and protection. This statement means:

a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.

54) The State shall ensure that all the people shall be given as much as possible equal chance of obtaining an education and cultured life. This statement means:

a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.

55) The Educational Act of 1982 otherwise known as B.P. Blg. 32, in Sec. 29, encourages intended official approval for institution and programs which desire to meet standards of quality over and above the minimum requirements for State recognition.

a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.

56) Which of the following is a right granted to students as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 9:1-9?

a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.

57) Which of the following is a right granted to parents as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 8:1-2?

a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.

58) Which of the following is a right granted to school personnel as provided in B. P. Blg. 232, Sec. 10:1-4?

a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.

59) Which of the following is a right granted to schools as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 13:1-2?

a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.

60) Which of the following is a right granted to teachers as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 1:1-4?

a. The right of access to his own school records, the confidentiality of which the school shall maintain and observe.
b. The right to be free from compulsory assignments not related to their duties as defined in their appointments or employment contracts, unless compensated thereof, conformable to existing laws.
c. The right to be free from involuntary contributions except those imposed by their own organizations.
d. The right to establish join and maintain labor organizations of their choice to promote their welfare and defend their interests.

61) What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 16 “Teachers’ Obligations” of the Batas Pambansa Blg. 232?

a. Perform his duties to the school by discharging his responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the school.
b. Be accountable for the efficient and effective attainment of specified learning objectives in pursuance of national development goals, within the limits of available school resources.
c. Assume the responsibility to maintain and sustain his professional; growth and advancement and maintain professionalism in the behavior at all times.
d. Exercise his rights responsibly in the knowledge that he is answerable for any infringement or violation of the public welfare and of the rights of others.

62) What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 14 “Duties and Responsibilities of Students” of the Batas Pambansa Blg. 232?

a. Uphold the academic integrity of the school, endeavor to achieve academic excellence and abide the rules and regulations governing his academic responsibilities and moral integrity.
b. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school by observing the rules of discipline, and by exerting efforts to attain harmonious relationship with fellow students, the teaching and academic staff and other school personnel.
c. Exert his utmost to develop his potentialities for service, particularly by undergoing an education suited to his abilities, in order that he may become an asset to his family and to society.
d. Participate as an agent of constructive social, economic, moral intellectual, cultural and political change in his school and the community within the context of national policies.

63) Sec. 3 of Commonwealth No. 180 set the requirements for a private college to fulfill before it is granted university status. This statement means:

a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.

64) Act. No. 74, otherwise known as the Educational Act 1901, passed by the Second Philippine Commission authorized the establishment of private schools but did not provide for their control and supervision. This statement means:

a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.

65) The State sees to it that the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels is protected and promoted. This statement means:

a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.

66) The principal source of funds for financing public education is taken from the one percent (1%) tax on real estate imposed by R. A. No. 5447. This statement means:

a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.

67) Philippine education allows publications in the school campus. However, there limitations to freedom to publish. For instance, the Revised Penal code of the Philippines prohibits the publication of the following except one.

a. Inciting the people to rebellion
b. Libelous remarks
c. Obscene publications and exhibitions
d. poll surveys

68) No educational institutions in the Philippines shall be established exclusively for aliens and no group of aliens shall comprise more than one-third of the enrolment in any school. This statement means:

a. Philippine education is nationalistic.
b. Philippine education is democratic.
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.
d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.

69) Education should be accessible to all. The State is trying its best to reach all children in spite of the shortage of funds. This statement means

a. Philippine education is nationalistic.
b. Philippine education is democratic.
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.
d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.

70) The State shall take into account regional and sectoral needs and conditions and shall encourage local planning in the development of educational policies and programs. This statement means:

a. Philippine education is nationalistic.
b. Philippine education is democratic.
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.
d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.

71) The State is supposed to establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of all the people and society. This statement means:

a. Philippine education is nationalistic.
b. Philippine education is democratic.
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.
d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.

72) What statement is FALSE with reference to Article II “The Teacher and State” of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers?

a. Every teacher shall enjoy academic freedom and shall the privilege of sharing the product of his researches and investigations, provided that, if the results are inimical to the declared policies of the state, they shall be drawn to the proper authorities for appropriate remedial action.
b. A teacher is a facilitator of learning and of the development of the youth; he shall, therefore, render the best services by providing an environment conducive to such learning and growth.
c. Every teacher or school official shall actively help carry out the declared policies of the state, and shall take an oath to this effect.
d. A teacher shall not use his position or official authority of influence to coerce any other person to follow any political course of action.

73) What statement is FALSE with reference to Article IV “The Teacher and the Profession” of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers?

a. Every teacher shall actively help insure that teaching is the noblest profession, and shall manifest genuine enthusiasm and pride in teaching as a noble calling.
b. Every teacher shall use the teaching profession in a manner that makes it a dignified means for earning a decent living.
c. Every teacher shall uphold the highest possible standards of quality education, and shall make the best preparation for the career of teaching, and shall be at his best at all times in the practice of his profession.
d. Teachers shall, at all times, be imbued with the spirit of professional loyalty, mutual confidence and faith in one another, self-sacrifice for the common good and full cooperation with colleagues. When best interest is at stakes in any controversy, teachers shall support one another.

74) What statement is FALSE with reference to Article VIII “The Teacher and the Learners” of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers?

a. A teacher shall not accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents, or others in their behalf in exchange for requested concessions, especially if underserved,
b. A teacher shall not inflict corporal punishment or offending learners nor make deductions from their scholastic ratings as a punishment for acts which are clearly not manifestation of poor scholarship.
c. In a situation where mutual attraction and subsequent love develop between teacher and the learner, the teacher shall exercise utmost professional discretion to avoid scandal, gossip, and preferential treatment of the learner.
d. A teacher shall maintain at all ties a dignified personality, which could serve as model worthy of emulation by learners, peers and others.

75) As provided in the Republic Act #4670, every teacher shall enjoy equitable safeguards at each stage of any disciplinary procedures and shall the following except:

a. the right to be informed in writing, of the charges
b. the right to full access to he evidence in the case
c. the right to defend himself and to be defended by a representative of his choice and/or his organization, adequate time being given to the teacher for the preparations of his defense
d. the right to appeal to clearly designated authorities.
e. All of these

76) Whenever possible, the proper authorities shall take all steps to enable married couples, both of whom are public school teachers, to be employed in the same locality.

a. Yes, it is provided in Republic Act #4670
b. No, it’s against on nepotism
c. Yes, as long as they will not be in the same school
d. No, it against the provision of Republic Act #4670

77) In areas in which teachers are exposed to hardship such as difficulty in community to the place of work or other hazards peculiar to the place of employment, as determined by the Secretary of Education, they shall be compensated special hardship allowance equivalent to:

a. at least 100% of their monthly salary
b. at least 75% of their monthly salary
c. at least 50% of their monthly salary
d. at least 25% oft their monthly salary

78) What statement is NOT TRUE in the case of barangay high schools?

a. barangay high schools are established to provide all Filipino equal opportunities for high school education
b. Principal of the public high school nearest to it administers a barangay high school.
c. A barangay school is authorized to open only within a three kilometers radius of any existing high school
d. A barangay high school may be opened on the basis of the petition of the parents of fifty students.
e. All of these

79) What is the primary purpose of the creation of barangay schools?

a. to give equal opportunities for secondary education to all Filipino youth.
b. To cater to the needs for education of the barangay residents.
c. To serve the purpose of a Constitutional provisions.
d. To make community development a reality.
e. All of these

80) What statement is inconsistent with one of the provisions of Republic Act No. 4670, otherwise known as the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers?

a. actual teaching is limited to six hours
b. no teacher shall be transferred without his consent
c. every teacher shall enjoy security of tenure.
d. a teacher entitled to a study leave not exceeding one school year often ten years of service.
e. All of these

81) Which statement is TRUE with respect to the meaning of the principle of separation of Church and State?

a. there should be a law that shall be made respecting an establishment of religion
b. no public money or property shall ever be appropriated, applied, paid, or employed directly or indirectly, for the use, benefit, or support of any sect, church, denomination, sectarian institution, or system of religion
c. all persons are encouraged to take part in any activity of the church and profess their belief
d. the state can punish a person for entertaining or professing religious beliefs or disbeliefs

82) Which of the following phrases is NOT provided for in the Education Act of 1940, known as Commonwealth Act No. 536?

a. public elementary education to be supported by the National Government
b. a six-year elementary education instead of seven
c. a double-single session in the elementary grades
d. fixed the actual teaching time of elementary
e. all of these

83) DECS Department Order No. 25, s. 1974 requires the use of Filipino as medium of instruction in ____.

a. social studies
d. all of the above
b. character education
e. none of the above
c. work education, physical and health education

84) Under the Magna Carta for Teachers, teachers with ____ years of service of more may be considered PBET eligible.

a. at least 10 years or more continuous service
b. at least five years or more continuous service
c. seven years of service
d. three years of service
e. none of the above

85) According to Presidential Decree 1006 and it’s implementing Memorandum No. 1. s. 1977 of the National for Teachers, PBET is administered by _____.

a. Civil Service Commission
b. Department of Education, Culture and Sports
c. National Educational Testing and Research Center
d. jointly administered by all of the above
e. none of these

86) Presidential Decree 1006, otherwise known as the Decree Professionalizing Teaching was promulgated to ____.

a. regulate the practice teaching
b. ensure that teacher education is of the highest quality
c. assess prospective teachers’ knowledge, skills and competencies
d. all of the above
e. none of the above

87) With the promulgation of the bilingual policy of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports, what is the immediate function of English in the schools?

a. it is a tool for learning science and mathematics
b. it is an instrument for acquiring information about the world
c. it is a means of communication with English-speaking people.
d. It is a tool for advancement in the business world
e. All of these

88) In accordance with the DECS Department Order No. 25, s. 1974, the use of English and Filipino as instructional media starts in ____.

a. Grade I
d. Grade VI
b. Grade III
e. all of the above
c. Grade IV

89) Department of Education Memorandum No. 280 is aimed at _____.

a. promoting the economic and social welfare of all teaching and non-teaching personnel.
b. establishing teachers’ cooperatives and other income generating activities
c. harnessing available manpower and material resources toward productive endeavors
d. all of the above
e. none of the above

90) This curriculum has fewer learning areas, but puts more emphasis on the mastery of learning.

a. New Elementary School Curriculum
b. New Secondary Education Curriculum
c. Revised Elementary Education Curriculum
d. Revised Secondary Education Curriculum

91) Which is the following is not a right of the teachers?

a. freedom of expression
b. establishes and joins organization
c. intellectual property
d. stage strike and protests
e. academic freedom

92) The Commission on Higher Education was established by _____.

a. RA 7722
d. RA 1452
b. RA 7796
e. RA 7743
c. RA 7687

93) The Republic Act, which lengthens the school calendar from 200 days to not more than 220 days to take effect in school year 1995-1996, is _____.

a. Republic Act No. 7791
b. Republic Act No. 7743
c. Republic Act No. 7798
d. Republic Act No. 7784
e. Republic Act No. 1616

94) The name of the Dept. of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) was changed to Dept. of Education (DepEd) by virtue of what law?

a. R.A. # 9155
d. R. A. No. 2194
b. R.A. # 941
e. R. A. No. 4670
c. R.A. # 9630

95) Known as the Philippines’ “Science City.”

a. Los Baños, Laguna
d. City of Manila
b. Cebu City
e. City of Baguio
c. Muñoz, Nueva Ecija

96) This landmark law bans sexual harassment in the workplace and in the educational institutions.

a. R. A. #7977
d. Adm. Order No. 1250
b. Exec. Order #A-6
e. DECS Order No. 120
c. R. A. #7877

97) Free Public Secondary Education Act of 1988 is contained in _____.

a. R. A. #6938
d. R. A. #6655
b. R.A. #6735
e. R. A. #7752
c. R. A. 6657

98) The governance Basic Education Act of 2001 is under ____.

a. R. A. 9155
d. R. A. #9165
b. R. A. 9145
e. R. A. 7752
c. R. A. 9135

99) Public school teachers must observe the “Dress Code” prescribed by the Civil Service Commission. This practice in the line with the Code of Ethical Standards for Public Official of Employees”, under Republic Act No.

a. 6713
b. 6731
c. 6741
d. 6751
e. 6171

100) Anti-graft and Corrupt Practices Act is under _____.

a. R.A. 3029
c. R.A. 3019
b. R.A. 3051
d. R.A. 4991
e. R.A. 5919

101) It is a decree, which made the observance of the flag ceremony compulsory.

a. R.A. 4670
b. Batas Pambansa Blg. 232
c. R. A. 1459
d. R. A. 1265

102) The first teacher-training school established by the Americans in the Philippines in 1901 is the ____.

a. University of the Philippines
b. Philippine Normal School
c. Zamboanga Normal School
d. Cebu Normal University
e. Iloilo Normal School

103) Which of the following is being demanded by the CHED?

a. identifying certain colleges as “centers of excellence” with corresponding funding and responsibilities
b. emphasis on voluntary accreditation of programs
c. creation of specialists to evaluate programs
d. granting autonomy to accredited private schools
e. all of these

104) Which of the following is a violation of R.A.7787- Anti-Sexual harassment Act of 1995”?

a. A BEED applicant for teaching is being asked for a date by the superintendent, before she could be hired.
b. The applicant is being asked to give P5, 000 before she could be hired.
c. The applicant is being interviewed about her studies, including her victory as a beauty title holder- Miss Cebu Tourism 1998.
d. The applicant was made to clean the office.
e. None of these

105) This law grants paternity leave of absence with full pay for male employees in both public and private sector for the first four (4) deliveries of their legitimate spouses.

a. RA 8187
b. RA 8876
c. Adm. Order # 308
d. Exec. Order #1052

106) In the appointment or assignment of teachers to public elementary or secondary schools, priority shall be given to bona fide residents of the barangays, municipality or city or province where the school is located, provided that the teacher possesses the minimum qualifications for the position.

a. RA # 8190
d. RA # 6655
b. RA # 6735
e. RA # 6850
c. RA # 6657

107) A law requires that every school division should organize special classes for children with special needs.

a. RA # 1265
d. RA # 8190
b. RA # 6713
e. RA # 7624
c. PD # 603

108) An Act abolishing the National College Entrance Examination (NCEE), repealing for the purpose of PD No. 1467?

a. RA # 7977
d. RA # 7731
b. RA # 7323
e. RA # 7463
c. RA # 7877

109) A DECS Order that implemented the Bilingual Education Policy since 1974 requiring English as a medium of instruction in Science, Math and Filipino in all other subject in elementary and secondary school.

a. DECS Order No. 25
b. DECS Order No. 35
c. DECS Order No. 38
d. DECS Order No. 107
e. DECS Order No. 603

110) This Order prescribed that “any student, teacher, professor, officer or employee of a university, college or school who impedes, obstructs, prevents, or defeats the right and obligation of a teacher or professor to teach his subject or the right of a student to attend his classes shall be subject to disciplinary action without prejudice to the criminal liability of the offender.

a. Executive Order No. 34, s. 1980
b. Administrative Order No. 34, s. 1980
c. Department Order No. 34, s. 1980
d. MEC Order No. 22, s. 1980
e. MEC Order No. 34, s. 1980

111) Vox Populi Est Supreme Lexis a Latin expression that means what?

a. The Supreme Being is God
b. No one is above the law
c. The voice of the people is the supreme law
d. it is the popular choice

112) This law was approved on January 23, 2002 which establishes the National Service Training Program for tertiary level students and amended Republic Act No. 7077 and Presidential Decree No. 1706.

a. Republic Act No 9163
b. Republic Act No. 8491
c. Republic Act No. 8525
d. Republic Act No. 7796

113) This law was approved on August 2001 and known as “An Act Instituting a Framework of Governance for Basic Education, Establishing Authority and Accountability, Renaming the Department of Education, Culture and Sports as the Department of Education.

a. Republic Act No. 9155
b. Republic Act No. 8047
c. Republic Act No. 854
d. Republic Act No. 7104

114) To improve the quality of tertiary education the following must be undertaken:

a. Encourage flexibility in curricular construction and simplify minimum academic and physical facilities standards
b. Redefine minimum campestral credit hours to conform to time allocations
c. Revive Associate in Arts (A.A.) and similar two-year general education courses
d. Liberalize tertiary regulation and encourage alternative mechanisms for monitoring quality of high education
e. Permit student who did basic education abroad and finished at least ten years to enter college
f. None of the above
g. All of the above

115) This law was enacted on June 8, 1940 and conferred the status of “persons in authority” upon the teacher, professors, and persons charged with the supervision of public or duly recognized private schools, colleges and universities.

a. Commonwealth Act No. 80
b. Commonwealth Act. No. 1
c. Commonwealth Act No. 578
d. Act No. 2706

116) This law prescribed the inclusion in the curricula of all schools, both public and private, from elementary schools to the universities the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal especially to the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.

a. Republic Act No. 1256 as amended by R.A. No. 8491
b. Republic Act No. 1124 as repealed by R.A. No. 7722
c. Republic Act No. 6728 as amended by R.A. 8545
d. Republic Act No. 1425

117) This law provided for the granting of civil service eligibility to all government employees who are holding provisional or temporary status who have rendered a total of at least seven (7) years of efficient and dedicated service.

a. Republic Act No. 4670
b. Republic Act. 7323
c. Republic Act No. 6850
d. Republic Act No. 7722

118) This law grants civil service eligibility to all honor graduates (i.e. summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laude) of four year or longer courses from schools, colleges and universities of good standing starting school year 1972-1973.

a. Republic Act No. 4670
b. Presidential Decree No. 907
c. Presidential Decree No. 1006
d. CHED Order No. 59

119) This law provides in the appointment or assignment of teachers to public elementary or secondary schools, priority shall be given to bonafide residents of the barangays, municipality or city or province where the school is located, provided that the teacher possesses the minimum qualification for the position.

a. Republic Act No. 8190
b. Republic Act no. 7624
c. Republic Act No. 7731
d. Republic Act No. 7797

120) This law made the observance of the flag ceremony compulsory.

a. Republic Act No. 7079
b. Republic Act No. 1265
c. Republic Act No. 9155
d. Republic Act No. 3019

121) It is an act to strengthen the regulation and supervision of the practice of teaching in the Philippines and prescribing a Licensure Examination for Teachers.

a. RA 7836
d. RA 9155
b. RA 9293
e. RA 7610
c. RA 7722

122) According to Republic Act No. 7836, this term refers to the profession concerned primarily with classroom instruction at the elementary and secondary levels in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the Department of Education, Culture and Sports, whether on part-time or full-time basis in the private or public schools.

a. Teachers
c. Principals
b. Teaching
d. Learning

123) The scope of the board examination for teachers in the elementary level shall consist of, namely:

a. professional education and field of specialization
b. general education and field of specialization
c. general education and professional education
d. general education only

124) The scope of the board examination for teachers in the secondary level shall consist of, namely:

a. professional education and field of specialization
b. general education and field of specialization
c. general education and professional education
d. general education, professional education and field of specialization

125) A professional license signed by the chairman of the Commission and bearing the registration number and date of issuance thereof and the month of expiry or renewability shall likewise be issued to every registrant who has paid the annual registration fees for _____ consecutive years.

a. three years
d. five years
b. four years
e. six years
c. seven years

126) As provided in RA 9293, professional teachers who have not practiced their profession for the past five (5) years shall take at least twelve (12) units of education courses, consisting of at least:

a. six (6) units of pedagogy and six (6) units of content courses
b. six (6) units of general education and six (6) professional education
c. six (6) units of professional education and six (6) units field specialization
d. twelve (12) units from any courses or subjects

127) Examinees who have failed the licensure examination for professional teachers, with a rating of not lower than five percentage points from the passing general average rating, shall be eligible as _____ upon issuance by the Board of a two-year special permit, renewable for a non-extendible period of two (2) years.

a. temporary teacher
b. para-teacher
c. substitute teacher
d. permanent/regular teacher

128) “Special parental authority and responsibility” over the minor child in Article 218 of the Family Code of the Philippines means –

a. authority shall apply to all authorized activities whether inside or outside the premises of the school, entity of institution
b. authority shall apply to all activities whether inside or outside the premises of the school, entity of institution
c. authority shall apply only to activities inside the premises of the school, entity of institution
d. none of these

129) When parental authority does terminate permanently?

a. upon the death of the parents
b. upon the death of the child
c. upon emancipation of the child
d. all of these

130) Pursuant to Art. 231 of the Family Code of the Philippines, parental authority may also be suspended if the parent or the person exercising the following, except.

a. treats the child with excessive harshness or cruelty
b. gives the child corrupting orders, counsels or example
c. compel the child to beg
d. subject the child or allows him to be subjected to acts of lasciviousness
e. deal the child with tender loving care

131) This Act refers to the “Special Protection of Children against Child Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination."

a. RA 7722
c. RA 7877
b. RA 9293
d. RA 7610
e. RA 8980

132) This is known as the “Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995”

a. RA 7722
d. RA 7877
b. RA 9293
e. RA 7610
c. RA 8980


133) In education or training environment, sexual harassment is committed ____.

a. against one who is under the care, custody or supervision of the offender
b. against one whose education, training, apprenticeship or tutorship is entrusted to the offender
c. when the sexual favor is made a condition to the giving of a passing grade, or the granting of honors and scholarships, or the payment of a stipend, allowance or other benefits, privileges or considerations
d. When the sexual advances result in an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment for the result, trainee or apprentice.
e. All of these

134) This Act is known as “Early Childhood Care and Development”

a. RA 7722
c. RA 7877
b. RA 9293
d. RA 7610
e. RA 8980

135) This is an Order renaming the Bureau of Non-Formal Education to Bureau of Alternative Learning System

a. Executive Order No. 653
b. Executive Order No. 365
c. Executive Order No. 356
d. Executive Order No. 123
e. Executive Order No. 456

136) With Republic Act 7836 the licensure exam for teachers is with:

a. Commission on Higher Education
b. Professional Regulation Commission
c. Department of Education
d. Civil Service Commission

137) This embodies the teacher’s duties and responsibilities as well as proper behavior in performing them.

a. Code of Ethics for Teachers
b. Magna Carta for Public School Teachers
c. Bill of Rights
d. Philippine Constitution of 1987

138) Dr. Melgo upholds his freedom to discuss topics within his field of expertise without fear of being persecuted. This is known as:

a. Right to Suffrage
c. Right to grow professionally
b. Academic Freedom
d. Freedom of speech

139) Under no circumstances shall a teacher be prejudiced discriminatory against any learner, stays the Code of Ethics. When a teacher prejudiced against any learner?

a. when the refuses a pupil with a slight physical disability in class
b. when he makes a farsighted pupil sit at the back
c. when he makes a nearsighted pupil sit in front
d. when he considers multiple intelligence in the choice of his teaching strategies

140) Who among the following is genuinely nationalistic? The citizen who ___.

a. works overseas for the education of his/her children
b. sings the National Anthem with all his/her heart
c. salutes the flag as it is raised during ceremony
d. uses his/her skill and capital to generate jobs in the countryside

141) Which is the most authentic proof of nationalism on the part of teacher?

a. winning the award “Most Outstanding Teacher”
b. utilizing every minute of the academic time for competent teaching
c. earning graduate degree for promotion
d. being a member in the National Organization for Professional Teachers

142) Under the present Constitution, pupils’ attendance in religious instruction is public elementary and high schools shall be allowed only if ___

a. the superintendent, supervisors and principals will issue an instruction compelling attendance
b. the parish priest or pastor shall authorize them in writing
c. when parents shall submit written authority allowing their children to attend religious instruction
d. when school children have become delinquents
e. when children made promise to behave properly

143) Miss Melgo is a BS Biology graduate and is intending to teach in a public high school. Based on Magna Carta for public School Teachers, what she should do to qualify?

a. pursue a Master’s degree in Biology
b. start teaching in a private school
c. earn five-year experience as Biologist
d. take at least 18 units in education

144) What can be filed against a principal or teacher who is a paramour?

a. Infidelity
c. immorality
b. Bigamy
d. moral defamation

145) During the Marcos era, national development goals were stated in Education Act of 1972, known as Presidential Decree ____.

a. No. 6-A
b. No. 7-A
c. No. 8-A
d. No. 9-A

146) What statement is inconsistent with one of the provision of Republic Act No. 4670, otherwise known as the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers?

a. teacher engaged in actual classroom instruction shall be required to render more than six hours actual classroom teaching
b. no teacher shall be transferred without his consent
c. every teacher shall enjoy security of tenure
d. a teacher is entitled to a study leave not exceeding one school year

147) Which of the following is not a right of public school teachers?

a. freedom of expression
b. establishes and joins organizations
c. intellectual property
d. stage a strike and protests
e. academic freedom

148) Mr. Melgo, a public school teacher of Cantoratoy National High School plans to pursue Master’s studies. When he is entitled to go on study leave?

a. if his principal approves his leave
b. if he has rendered seven years of service
c. if a substitute teacher is available
d. if there is a decrease in the enrollment

149) Mr. Melgo, an ineligible teacher was given a probationary appointment in Cantoratoy National High School. When can he avail of permanent status?

a. when there is a vacant permanent position
b. after finishing MA in education
c. once given the “Teacher of the Year” award
d. after rendering at least 10 years of efficient service

150) “The State shall ensure and protect academic freedom and shall promote its exercise and the observance for the continuing intellectual growth, the advancement of learning and research, the development of responsible and effective leadership, the education of high-level and middle-level professionals, and the enrichment of our historical and cultural heritage.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.

a. CHED
c. DepEd
b. TESDA
d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A

151) “it is hereby declared that policy of the State to provide relevant, accessible, high quality and efficient technical education and skills development in support of the development of high quality Filipino middle-level manpower responsive to and in accordance with the Philippine development goals and priorities.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.

a. CHED
c. DepEd
b. TESDA
d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A

152) “It is hereby declared the policy of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality basic education and to make such education accessible to all by providing all Filipino children a free and compulsory education in elementary level and free education in the high school level.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.

a. CHED
c. DepEd
b. TESDA
d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A

153) “It is hereby declared to be the policy of the government to ensure, within context of a free and democratic system maximum contribution of the educational system to his attainment of the following national development goals.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.

a. CHED
c. DepEd
b. TESDA
d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A