REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEGE

Rizal Street, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro 5100
Website: www.omsc.edu.ph Email address: omsc_9747@yahoo.com
Tele Fax: (043) 491-1460

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

A.Y. 2017 – 2018

PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT WITH CONSTITUTION

Part I – ANALYZING TEST ITEMS

Directions: Read the questions properly, indicate your answer by encircling the letter of your choice

1. It is that definite or portion of the earth’s surface which is the subject of sovereignty rights and interests. From the
political standpoint, it is referred to as:
a. State b. Government c. Sovereignty d. Territory
2. The city Mayor ordered the arrest and deportation of all the prostitutes to their respective provinces for promoting
live shows and immoral sexual activities in the city. The order was assailed to be illegal because:
a. The City Mayor has infringed in the constitutional rights of the prostitutes to travel and abode
b. The City Mayor violated the due process of law since there was no notice and hearing before judgment was
rendered
c. The Mayor’s orders was arbitrary and capricious
d. Only the Courts are empowered to issue the order of arrest and deportation.
3. Despite the strong protestations from Mang Jose, the government took away from his private property for public
use upon payment to him or just compensation. What power of the State was involved in the particular case?
a. Police Power b. Power of Eminent Domain c. Power of Taxation d. Absolute Power of the State
4. The United States is the only known country in the world that follows the Jus Soli doctrine which means Place of
Birth, while the rest of the countries follow the Jus Sanguinie principle which means blood relationship. What then
is the citizenship of a child born to Filipino parents in the United States?
a. Natural Born Citizen b. Naturalized Citizen c. Stateless Citizen d. Dual Citizen
5. Every time Jose’s parents leave the house, they claim him to a post of their house padlock the door of his room
without food, water and sunlight. He was untidy and emaciated. What rights were violated?
1. The Natural and primary right of parents to rear their children in the manner of convenient to both parents and
children.
2. The rights to beautiful well-being and ecology
3. The right to travel and abode
4. The right of the child to protection, care and support of his parents
a. 1,2 b. 1,3 c. 2,3 d. 2,4
6. It is the department which has the authority to make law and to alter or repeal them.
a. Administrative Department b. Executive Department c. Judicial Department d. Legislative Department
7. Its advantage is that it serves as the training ground for the national leaders
a. Bicameralism b. Constitutionalism c. Primary Jurisdiction d. Patents Patriae
8. It is prerogative inherent in the state where it is called upon to protect those with less than fill capacity to take
adequate care of their own interests.
a. Eminent Domain b. Patents Patriae c. Police d. Taxation
9. The term of office of the senator.
a. One Year b. Three years c. Six Years d. Twelve Years
10. The power to declare the existence of a state of war belongs to:
a. Congress b. President c. Sandigang Bayan d. Supreme Court

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11. Amendment or revision of the Constitution may be proposed through any of the following except
a. Constitutional Convention b. Constitutional Assembly c. People’s Initiative d. People’s Power
12. The regular election of the Members of Congress shall be held on the second day of Monday of
a. April b. May c. June d. July
13. How many members does the Commission on Appointment have?
a. 24 b. 26 c. 25 d. 27
14. All appropriation, revenue or tariff bills etc. shall originate exclusively in the
a. House of Representatives b. Sangunian Panlalawigan c. Senate d. Supreme Court
15. An enrolled bill may become a law after a lapse of
a. 30 days b. 60 days c. 40 days d. 90 days
16. The canvassing of the votes of the President shall be done by congress and presided by:
a. Chief Justice b. Secretary of National Defense c. Ombudsman d. Vice President
17. The Constitution empowers the President to declare Martial law for
a. 30 days b. 60 days c. 45 days d. 90 days
18. It refers to the act of the President of staying the execution of a convict.
a. Amnesty b. Pardon c. Commutation d. Reprieve
19. It is the only constitutional court in the Philippines.
a. Court of Appeals b. Family Court c. Shariah Court d. Supreme Court
20. The change of venue or place of trial can be ordered for this reason.
a. Lack of jurisdiction b. Humanitarian Reason c. Convenience d. Avoid miscarriage of Justice
21. It is designed to prevent any person or class from being singled out as special subject of hostile or discriminating
legislation.
a. Due Process b. Equal Protection c. Right of Speech d. Writ of Habeas Corpus
22. The 1987 Constitution was framed by
a. People’s Initiative b. Constitutional Assembly c. Constitutional Commission d. Constitutional Convention
23. The government under President Aquino was
a. De Facto b. De Jure c. Both a and b d. None of the Above
24. The amendments in the 1987 constitution can be made through a constitutional commission
a. Yes b. No c. Maybe d. None of the Above
25. The president declared martial law on the ground or rebellion. What, if any is the effect of such act?
a. Declaration of martial law will not automatically suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus
b. The operation of the constitution is not in any manner suspended
c. The state of martial Law does not supplant the functioning of the civil courts.
d. All of the Above

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 REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEGE
Rizal Street, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro 5100
Website: www.omsc.edu.ph Email address: omsc_9747@yahoo.com
Tele Fax: (043) 491-1460

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

A.Y. 2017 – 2018

PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT WITH GOVERNMENT

PART II – ENHANCING TEST TAKING SKILLS

1. Which of the following sector cannot participate under the party list system of representation?
a. Elderly b. Handicapped c. Overseas Workers d. Religious
2. Which of the following positions does need the confirmation of the Commission on Appointments?
a. BIR Commissioner b. Navy Captains c. Consul d. Ambassador
3. Which of the following positions does need the confirmation of the Commission on Appointments?
a. Eminent Danger b. Invasion c. Rebellion d. All of the Above
4. The following are the members of the judicial and bar council except for:
a. Professor of Law b. Ombudsman c. Retired Justice of Supreme Court d. Secretary of Justice
5. The budget of fiscal year 2012 was submitted to the President for action. He called a press conference saying that
he will exercise his pocket veto on certain items of the said budget. It the President clothed with power to veto power?
a. Yes b. No c. None of the Above d. Both of the Above
6. The General Appropriation of 2012 allocated P10 Million each to the members of the House of Representatives
and P150 Million to the senators for countryside development notwithstanding that the president recommended it
abolition. What remedy can the president employ to refuse release of the funds?
a. Abolish congress b. Exercise Pocket Veto c. Exercise the power of impoundment d. All of the Above
7. A Division of the Supreme Court failed to decide a given case. How shall the case be resolved?
a. Raffle the case to another division
b. Decide the case en banc
c. Archive the case
d. Decide the case in abstentia
8. Can the Supreme Court justice be removed by filling criminal case against him?
a. Yes b. No c. Both a and b d. None of the Above
9. Police officers arrested the accused based on the information supplied by the rape victim herself who appointed
him. Is the arrest without warrant valid?
a. No b. Yes c. None of the Above d. All of the Above
10. When may stoppage and search of vehicles without warrant be valid?
a. There is a report supplied by undercover agent
b. Where accused is carrying bulging bags and was suspiciously quiet and nervous when asked about its content
c. Where the physical appearance of the accused fitted the description given in the confidential report
d. All of the Above
11. The following searches are valid even without a warrant of arrest except
a. There is a waiver
b. Made during the saturation drive
c. Open to eyes and hand
d. Stop and Frisk Principle
12. The ombudsman must be at least _______years of age at the time of his appointment.
a.35 b.40 c.25 d.21

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13. Who has the sole power to try and decide an impeachment case?
a. Supreme Court b. People c. Senate d. House of Representative
14. The following may be removed by impeachment except
a. Chairman of Comelec b. Commissioner of BIR c. Senator d. Chief Justice
15. Who has the power to decide on a person’s right to vote?
a. Congress b. Comelec c. Court d. President
16. All persons except those changed with offenses punishable with _____ when evidence of guilt is strong shall be
bailable.
a. Arresto mayor b. Reclusion Perpetua c. Reclusion Temporal d. Arresto Mayor
17. The following are the requisites of trial in absentia except;
a. Case is dismissed with the consent of the accused
b. Competent court
c. Valid Arraignment
d. Valid Lea
18. It is a law that punishes without judicial trial
a. Certiori b. Mandamus c. Bill of Attainder d. Ex Post facto law
19. All institution shall include the study of the _________ as part of the curricula
a. English b. History c. Science d. Constitution
20. Upon what age must judges retire?
a. 70 b. 65 c. 56 d. 55
21. It is a mitigation of a penalty.
a. Pardon b. Reprieve c. Commutation d. Amnesty
22. It is the power of the people to propose amendments to the Constitution.
a. Plebiscite b. Referendum c. Initiative d. Recall
23. The party list system shall constitute ______ of the total number of the House of the Representatives
a. 10% b. 20% c. 21% d. 40%
24. Members of the Congress shall in all offense punishable by not more ______years are privileged from arrest.
a. One b. Five c. Six d. Twelve
25. A bill can become a law even if not signed by the President after lapse of
a. 20 days b. 30 days c. 40 days d. 50 days

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