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LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR PROFESSIONAL TEACHER

PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENT

THE TEACHING PROFESSION

Direction: Choose the best answer.

1. The Philippine Constitution guarantees the right of all 10. Career lines for teachers include the following EXCEPT
citizens to quality education at ________ ONE. Which is this?
a. The basic education level a. classroom teaching
b. tertiary level b. school administration
c. the graduate level c. curriculum developer
d. all levels d. counsellor
2. Article IV Section 2 of the Philippine Constitution provides 11. What does “teachers are persons in authority” mean?
for free and compulsory education in the ______ a. Teachers cannot be charged
a. elementary level b. Teachers have immunity from arrest
b. secondary level c. No person can assault a teacher
c. elementary and secondary levels d. decisions made by teachers are deemed right
d. tertiary level 12. Who is considered a professional teacher?
3. Who among the following is NOT within the category of a. An education graduate who received honors
“Teacher” as provided for under Magna Carta for Public b. A teacher who has taught for at least six years
Teachers? c. A teacher who has attended national seminars on
a. guidance counsellors teaching
b. school principal d. A teacher who qualifies for a permanent position under
c. school nurse R.A. 4670
d. school librarian 13. Who are covered by R.A. 4670?
4. The gradual progression of teacher’s salary from minimum a. Teachers in both public and private schools
to a maximum is done through _________ b. Teachers in all levels
a. a regular increment every year c. Teachers in public elementary and secondary schools
b. an increment after ten years of service d. Teachers in all public elementary schools
c. a regular increment every 3 years 14. A teacher who has been in active service for 10 years
d. an increment after five years decided to pursue higher studies under R.A. 4670, what
5. A teacher who possesses the minimum qualifications but kind of leave of absence can that teacher avail of?
lacks the appropriate civil service eligibility can be a. scholarship leave c. study leave
appointed on a _______ basis b. indefinite leave d. vacation leave
a. contractual basis c. provisional 15. When can teachers be required to work on assignment not
b. permanent d. substitute related to their duties?
6. The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers recognizes a. when on probation
the following with the exception of one. Which is the b. when found inefficient
exception? c. when tacking in educational qualifications
a. Quality education depends primarily on the quality of d. when compensated under existing laws
socio-economic status of teachers 16. A teacher who served for 7 straight years is entitled to take
b. Advancement of education depends on the teacher’s a study leave with pay for one year. How much pay is the
qualifications and ability teacher entitled to receive?
c. Education is an essential factor in the economic growth a. 100% monthly salary
of the nation b. 60% of monthly salary
d. Education is development and vice-versa c. 50% of monthly salary
7. The rights of parents are guaranteed under Education Act d. 70% of monthly salary
of 1982, more particularly, in terms of ________. 17. The term “Commission” in the Teacher’s
a. the right to academic freedom Professionalization Act of 1994 refers to _________.
b. the right to privacy of communication a. Commission of Civil Service
c. the right to full access to evidence of the case b. Commission on Higher Education
d. the right to seek redress of grievance c. National Teachers Commission
8. The right of students to receive relevant quality education is d. Professional Regulation Commission
primarily achieved through ________. 18. The term “Board” in the Teachers Professionalization Act of
a. competent instruction 1994 refers to _____________
b. strong curriculum a. Board of National Examination
c. school-community relations b. Board of Professional Teachers
d. competent administrators c. Board of Professionalism
9. To promote teachers’ welfare and defend their interests, d. Board of Teachers
teachers have the right to _________ 19. The following EXCEPT ONE comprise what is defined
a. undergo and participate in professional development under Governance Act of 2001 as “basic education”. Which
b. be promoted in rank and salary is this?
c. establish, join, and maintain professional and self- a. elementary education
regulating organizations b. early education childhood
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d. elementary and secondary education
20. Which of the following laws strengthens teacher education
in the Philippines through the establishment of centers of
excellence?
a. R.A. 7784 c. R.A. 7796
b. R.A. 7722 d. R.A. 7834
21. Free public secondary education under the law means
____________.
a. free from being screened to enter public secondary
schools
b. free from payment of tuition and under fees for students
enrolled in public secondary schools
c. right of every student to enter public secondary schools
d. free from payment of school fees identifies and
authorized by law.
22. R.A. 6713 is otherwise known as the ____________
a. Ethical Standards for public employees
b. Code of Ethical Standards for Government Officials and
Employees
c. Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public
Officials and Employees
d. Code of Ethical Standards and Conduct for Government
Officials and Employees
23. Based on R.A. 6713, public officials and employees shall at
all times be loyal to the Republic and to the Filipino people.
This norm of conduct is related to ___________.
a. professionalism
b. nationalism and patriotism
c. responsiveness to the public
d. honesty
24. Which of the following constitutes the main feature of R.A.
8292, otherwise known as the Higher Modernization Act of
1997?
a. Restructuring higher education system in the Philippines
b. Providing for more appropriation to modernize higher
education in the Philippines
c. Authorizing state universities and colleges to use its
income from tuition fees and other charges and generate
income
d. All of the above
25. Under DepEd Order No. 9, s. 2004, which of the following
is NOT true regarding the selection of honor pupils/
students in the public schools?
a. a transferee, whether graduating or not may be a
candidate for honors
b. Grades in the third year or grade five shall be included in
the computation
c. Academic ranking shall be on the general average of the
pupil/ student
d. Ranking for the valedictorian and salutatorian at the
secondary level shall follow the 7-3 scheme.
26. Ms. Sanchez, a BSE graduate, has not passed the LET
yet. On what capacity can she be hired?
a. permanent status
b. emergency status for one year
c. provisional for not less six months
d. provisional for not less than one year
27. A teacher who suffers from hypertension might experience
difficulty in speech. Which would be affected if he continues
teaching?
a. personality c. punctuality
b. effectiveness d. devotion to study
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28. Mrs. Remos wants to continue with her study leave for
another six months after completing a school year. Could
she be allowed?
a. Yes, if her grades are excellent
b. Yes, but without compensation
c. No, other teacher should have the chance
d. No, study leave should not exceed one year
29. Ms. Tuviera is assigned in a rural area; Miss Layron in a
depressed community; Miss Tamayo in a hazardous area;
and Miss Pelaez in a place where standard of living is high.
Who is entitled to hardship allowance?
a. Miss Tuviera b. Miss Tamayo
b. Miss Layron d. Miss Pelaez
30. Mr. Estaquio was diagnosed to have tuberculosis that
required rest for more than one year. Which leave should
be apply for?
a/ sick leave c. vacation leave
b. personal leave d. indefinite leave
31. Miss Enriquez tutors her students, who have difficulty
coping with Math, after class hour. Is her act ethical?
a. Yes, provided she receives just compensation
b. Yes, provided she does not require any fee from the
parent
c. No, that is unfair to other students
d. No, she should be free after her official time.
32. A school personnel can avail of free legal service under
certain circumstances. Mr. Eusebio was accused of libel by
his neighbour. Is he entitled of the said service?
a. Yes, he should defend himself
b. No, if funds are not available
c. No it might bring disagreements in school
d. No, the case is not related to his professional duties
33. Miss Villarama, the Science coordinator, was assisted by
Miss Leopoldo throughout the celebration of Science
Week. What should Miss Villarama do to acknowledge
Miss Leopoldo’s assistance?
a. Buy her a gift
b. Keep quiet about the assistance received
c. Mention formally to the principal the assistance received
d. Make an announcement given due recognition of the
assistance received.
34. Is holding a rally to protest the delay of benefits due a
person ethically acceptable?
a. Yes, when hold while on official time
b. Yes, when hold outside official time
c. Yes, when hold with approval of the principal
d. Yes, when hold together with parents and students
35. What should a teacher do when he/ she falls in love with
his/ her student?
a. Court the student at home
b. Propose and marry the student
c. Wait till the student is no longer under his/ her tutelage
d. Act normally as if nothing happens and the student does
not exist
36. When a principal starts to exercise his/ her powers over
making and promoting students, is his/ her action
acceptable?
a. yes, when the teacher cannot make decision on time
b. Yes, when there is abuse of judgment on the part of the
teacher
c. no, teachers are more knowledgeable of their students’
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d. No, grading and promoting students are exclusive
functions of teachers.
37. Miss Kalaw was asked by her principal to teach pre-school
class in addition to her regular grade one class. What will
be the basis for her additional compensation?
a. Her basic salary
b. Number of years in service
c. Her regular salary + 25% of her basic pay
d. Performance rating
38. As a norm of conduct, responsiveness of public officials
and employees can be demonstrated by _____________.
a. formulating rules and policies regarding work
b. avoiding wastage in public funds
c. providing public information of their policies and
procedures
d. encouraging appreciation of government services
39. Mr. Martin, a school superintendent, filed his statement of
assets and liabilities upon assuming to office. Under what
ethical standard does his practice fall?
a. Divestment
b. Prohibited Act and Transactions
c. Statement of Assets and Liabilities
d. System of Incentives
40. Mr. Galang, a Math teacher has been accused of sexual
harassment by one of his students. What should the school
principal do?
a. Create a committee to investigate the accusation
b. Ask the teacher to surrender to the police
c. Tell the teacher to stop reporting to school
d. Advice the teacher to transfer to other school
41. Mr. Ferrera receives a love letter from one of her Grade 12
students in Mathematics. What should Mr. Ferrera do?
a. Let the student express her feelings through letters
b. Read her letter to the class
c. Return the letter to the students and tell her not to do it
again
d. Surrender the letter to the parent of the student.
42. Mr. Lim a Science teacher is advocating reforms which the
principal failed to recognize. What should the principal do?
a. Just keep quiet about the behavior of Mr. Lim
b. Send Mr. Lim a memo requiring him to explain his
behavior
c. Subject Mr. Lim to a disciplinary measures
d. Call Mr. Lim’s attention to his office and clarify things out
with him.
43. “Commitment to democracy” as explained in R.A. 6713
implies which one of the following?
a. Maintaining the principle of accountability
b. Manifesting the supremacy of civilian authority over the
military
c. Committing to democratic values and ways of life
d. All of the above.
44. Which of the following is regarded as a cause of the
revocation of the certificate of registration, suspension from
the practice of the teaching profession and cancellation of
temporary or special permit?
a. Violation of the Code of Ethical and Professional
Standards for Professional Teachers
b. Gross competence, gross negligence or serious
ignorance of the practice of teaching profession
c. Immoral, unprofessional or dishonourable conduct
d. All of the above.
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45. Which of the following is the main reason for the mandate
for incoming freshmen high school students to undergo an
early registration in a public or private high schools of their
choice?
a. To assess the incoming first year high school students
academic capabilities
b. To avoid overcrowding in public schools
c. To increase in the participation rate in basic education
d. All of the above.
46. Mrs. Roxas was ordered by her principal to come to school
on four consecutive Saturdays for the training of the
students’ editorial staff of their school paper. Is this allowed
under R.A. 4670?
a. Yes, provided the teacher is compensated
b. No, because it’s not within the regular functions of the
classroom teacher
c. Yes, because it’s part of the teachers’ other duties
d. No, because it’s not clearly indicated in the law.
47. Dr. Petere, a school’s division superintendent acted on a
complaint filed by a group of parents against the alleged
misconduct of a particular teacher. She issued a
memorandum requiring her to take a leave of absence for a
week while the complaint is being heard yet. Was the
action of the superintendent legal?
a. Yes, because she is the superintendent
b. No, because the complaint has not been heard.
c. No, the superintendent has no disciplinary authority over
teachers
d. Yes, the superintendent has disciplinary authority over
teachers
48. A school’s academic coordinator has been found to have
engaged in gambling which has caused him to be absent
most of the time. Can his registration as a teacher be
revoked?
a. No, unless he’s proven guilty
b. No, because he’s protected by his rights as a teacher
c. Yes, because habitual gambling is a dishonourable
conduct and is against the practice of teaching
d. Yes, because he’s incompetent
49. Supposed a member of the Board for Professional for
Teachers was found to have been involved in running and
operating Teacher’s Review Center, and a corresponding
administrative charge has been filed against this member
for unethical and dishonourable conduct. In the course of
conducting the investigation, who may preventively
suspend him?
a. PRC Commissioner
b. President of the Philippines
c. Civil Service Commissioner
d. None of them
50. Mr. Reyes, a holder of a valid certificate of eligibility as a
teacher issued by the Civil Service Commissioner and the
then DECS, while Mr. Amos is a registered professional
teacher with the National Board for Teachers under the
then DECS. Who of the two is allowed to practice the
teaching profession in the Philippines?
a. Mr. Reyes, because of his CSC eligibility certificate
b. Mr. Amos, because his credentials is recognized by law
c. Both of the, because their credentials are both
recognized by law
d. Neither of the two because they did not take and pass
the LET
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