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50 Item Test The Teaching Profession
50 Item Test The Teaching Profession
Members:
Acabal, Shenna Rose O.
Cabusog, Janice A.
Mari, Mara Mitz P.
Tucop, Clarence Y.
1. Which of the following is NOT in the norms of conduct under R.A 6713?
a. Professionalism
b. Commitment to the public interest
c. Justness and sincerity
d. Responsiveness to the private
Answer
Responsiveness to the private
Explanation
R.A 6713 bears the eight (8) norms of conduct - commitment to public
interest, professionalism, justness and sincerity, political neutrality,
responsiveness to the public, nationalism and patriotism, commitment to
democracy and simple living.
2. For quality professional development, teachers must consider the NCBTS,
which are the established standards for good teaching in the Philippines.
What is meant by the acronym NCBTS?
a. National Competency-Basic Teacher Standards
b. National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
c. National Competency-Based Teaching Standards
d. National Competency-Basic Teaching Standards
Answer
National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
Explanation
NCBTS means National Competency-Based Teacher Standards which
defines the desired practice of effective teaching.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
3. What norm of conduct is manifested by being loyal to the republic and the
Filipino people?
a. Professionalism
b. Honesty
c. Nationalism and Patriotism
d. Responsiveness to the republic
Answer
Nationalism and Patriotism
Explanation
Nationalism and Patriotism includes being loyal to the Republic and to
the Filipino people, promote the use of locally produced goods, resources
and technology and encourage appreciation and pride of country and
people. Endeavor to maintain and defend Philippine sovereignty against
foreign intrusion.
4. What is the law enacted by the Congress which provide free secondary
education?
a. R.A 6655
b. R.A 6657
c. R.A 6735
d. R.A 6935
Answer
R.A 6655
Explanation
Republic Act No. 6655 also known as the Free Public Secondary
Education Act of 1998 established and provided for a Free Public
Secondary Education.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Answer
All of these
Explanation
Under Section 4 of R.A 6713 - Norms of Conduct of Public Officials and
Employees (g) Commitment democracy, states that; Public officials and
employees shall commit themselves to the democratic way of life and
values, maintain the principle of public accountability, and manifest by
deed the supremacy of civilian authority over the military. They shall at
all times uphold the Constitution and put loyalty to country above loyalty
to persons or party.
8. When was the first implementation of the Licensure Examination for
Teachers?
a. December 16, 1994
b. September 6, 1994
c. October 26, 1994
d. November 16, 1994
Answer
December 16, 1994
Explanation:
It is the examination that was implemented in the Philippines through the
Republic Act 7836 or otherwise known as "Philippine Teachers
Professionalization Act of 1994" on December 16, 1994.
9. A teacher set as a role model to the community. When a teacher engages
himself to vices like drinking and gambling, what section in the Code of
Ethics for Professional Teachers, Article III - The teacher and the
community clearly stipulates the provision?
a. Section 1
b. Section 2
c. Section 3
d. Section 4
Answer
Section 3
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
Article III of R.A 7836, Section 3 states that; Every teacher shall merit
reasonable social recognition for which purpose he shall behave with
honor and dignity at all times and refrain from such activities as
gambling, smoking, drunkenness, and other excesses, much less illicit
relations.
10. Teaching became a profession in 1976 with PD 1006 better known as the
________?
a. Decree Professionalizing Teaching
b. Decree Professionalizing Teachers
c. Teacher Professionalization Decree
d. Teaching Professionalization Decree
Answer
Decree Professionalizing Teaching
Explanation
On January 1, 1976 President Decree 1006, entitled Providing for the
Professionalization of Teachers, Regulating their Practice in the
Philippines, otherwise known as the Decree Professionalizing Teaching
was proclaimed. With this presidential proclamation, teaching became
professionalized in the Philippines.
11. Violation of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers is a ground for:
I. revocation of the professional teacher's Certificate of Registration
II. cancellation of the professional license
III. suspension from the practice of the teaching profession
IV. removal from the service
a. II and III
b. I and IV
c. III only
d. I and III
Answer
I and III
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
Section 1 of Article XII entitled - Disciplinary Actions under the Code of
Ethics for Professional Teachers stated that any violation of any
provision of this code shall be sufficient ground for the imposition
against the erring teacher of the disciplinary action consisting of
revocation of his Certificate of Registration and License as a
Professional Teacher, suspension from the practice of teaching
profession, or reprimand or cancellation of his temporary/special permit
under causes specified in Sec. 23, Article III or R.A No. 7863, and under
Rule 31, Article VIII, of the Rules and Regulations Implementing R.A
7836.
12. Can a teacher go on study leave for two or more years?
a. Yes, provided given permit by the Secretary of Education but without
compensation.
b. No, for one year only unless he needs an additional semester to finish his
thesis for a graduate study in education or allied courses.
c. Both A and B
d. It depends on the ranking of the teacher.
Answer
Both A and B
Explanation
Section 24 - Study Leave under Republic Act No. 4670 otherwise known
as The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers stipulated that teachers
in public schools, shall be entitled to study leave not exceeding one
school year after seven years of service. However, no teacher shall be
allowed to accumulate more than one year study leave, unless he needs
an additional semester to finish his thesis for a graduate study in
education or allied courses. Study leave of more than one year may be
permitted by the Secretary of Education but without compensation.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
13. What does The Code of Ethics say about gifts and favors received by
teachers from students?
a. A teacher shall accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents or others
in their behalf in to avoid hurting the feelings of the student's family.
b. A teacher shall accept favors or gifts from learners; their parents or others
in their behalf but make it in secrecy and without evidences.
c. A teacher shall not accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents or
others in their behalf in exchange for requested concessions, especially if
undeserved.
d. A teacher cannot accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents or
others in their behalf to avoid jealousy from the other student/teacher.
Answer
A teacher shall not accept favors or gifts from learners, their parents
or others in their behalf in exchange for requested concessions,
especially if undeserved.
Explanation
It is stated in Article VIII: The Teachers and Learners Section 4 of The
Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers that 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.
14. Which of the following emphasizes the right of citizens to quality
education?
a. The basic education level
b. Tertiary level
c. The graduate level
d. All levels
Answer
All levels
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
ARTICLE XIV, Section 1. The State shall protect and promote the right of all
citizens to quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to
make such education accessible to all.
15. Which of the following provisions under the Magna Carta for Public
School Teachers will most likely promote teachers’ welfare and defend
their interests?
a. Be promoted in rank and salary
b. Regulate their social involvement
c. Undergo and participate in professional development
d. Establish, join and maintain professional and self-regulation organizations
Answer
Establish, join and maintain professional and self-regulation
organizations
Explanation
Republic Act No. 4670, THE MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC
SCHOOL TEACHERS, Section 27. Freedom to Organize. Public school
teachers shall have the right to freely and without previous authorization
both to establish and to join organizations of their choosing, whether
local or national to further and defend their interests.
16. Who among the following is in the category of non-academic personnel as
provided for under Education Act of 1982?
a. Guidance counselors
b. School principal
c. School nurse
d. School librarian
Answer
School nurse
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
The Education Act of 1982. This was an act providing for the
establishment and maintenance of an integrated system of education. In
accordance with Section 2, this act shall apply to and govern both formal
and non- formal system in public and private schools in all levels of the
entire educational system.
17. How is gradual progression of teacher’s salary from minimum to
maximum done?
a. Regular increment every year
b. Increment after ten years of service
c. Regular increment every 3 years
d. Increment after five years
Answer
Regular increment every 3 years
Explanation
RA 4670. Section 16. Salary Scale. Salary scales of teachers shall
provide for a gradual progression from a minimum to a maximum salary
by means of regular increments, granted automatically after three years:
Provided, That the efficiency rating of the teacher concerned is at least
satisfactory. The progression from the minimum to the maximum of the
salary scale shall not extend over a period of ten years.
18. What appointment can be given to Teacher A who possesses the minimum
qualifications but lacks the appropriate but lacks the appropriate civil
service eligibility?
a. Contractual basis
b. Permanent
c. Provisional
d. Substitute
Answer
Provisional
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
Teachers or those occupying positions embraced in the term “teacher”
under the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers (R.A. 4670), are not
covered by the said memorandum circular. They fall under Section 4 of
R.A. 4670 which provides, as follows: Sec. 4 Probationary Period –
When recruitment takes place after adequate training and professional
preparation in any school recognized by the Government, no
probationary period preceding regular appointment shall be imposed if
the teacher possesses the appropriate civil service eligibility. Provided,
however, That where, due to the exigencies of the service, it is necessary
to employ a teacher a person who possesses the minimum educational
qualifications herein above set forth but lacks the appropriate civil
service eligibility, such person shall be appointed on a provisional status
and shall undergo a period of probation for not less than one year from
and after the date of his provisional appointment.
19. What can help achieve relevant quality education?
a. Strong curriculum
b. Competent instruction
c. School-community relations
d. Competent administrator
Answer
Competent instruction
Explanation
Fifteenth Congress of the Republic - Senate of the Philippines. Every
student shall have the right to competent instruction and quality
education to relevant to his/her personal and cultural development and
Page 4 that of the nation, and commensurate to the school fees paid, and
for state institutions, public subsidies granted.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
22. Teacher B has been in active service for 10 years when he decided to
pursue higher studies. Under RA 4670, what kind of leave of absence can
s/he avail of?
a. Indefinite leave
b. Scholarship leave
c. Study leave
d. Vacation leave
Answer
Study leave
Explanation
Section 24. Study Leave. In addition to the leave privileges now enjoyed
by teachers in the public schools, they shall be entitled to study leave not
exceeding one school year after seven years of service. Such leave shall
be granted in accordance with a schedule set by the Department of
Education. During the period of such leave, the teachers shall be entitled
to at least sixty per cent of their monthly salary: Provided, however, That
no teacher shall be allowed to accumulate more than one year study
leave, unless he needs an additional semester to finish his thesis for a
graduate study in education or allied courses: Provided, further, That no
compensation shall be due the teacher after the first year of such leave.
In all cases, the study leave period shall be counted for seniority and
pension purposes. The compensation allowed for one year study leave as
herein provided shall be subject to the condition that the teacher takes the
regular study load and passes at least seventy-five per cent of his
courses. Study leave of more than one year may be permitted by the
Secretary of Education but without compensation.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
It is considered a forbidden act for teachers to fall for their students. As
teachers, they stand in loco parentis as regards their minor wards. It is
therefore unthinkable for a teacher, who under the law is a substitute
parent, to have amorous feelings towards his or her minor student.
26. What technique in teacher’s management refers to preventing
misbehavior to happen in the learning environment?
a. Management of Time
b. Management of Discipline
c. Management of Relationship
d. Management of Instruction
Answer
Management of Discipline
Explanation
This is the classroom management for teachers responding to the behavioral
problems of the learners in order to reduce their recurrence in the future.
Answer
Management of Routines
Explanation
Management of routines reduce disruptive behavior to maximize the time
spent on instruction and smoothens the flow of teaching and learning process.
29. Which of the following describes a teacher as a professional?
a. Has motives and goals
b. Provides linkages with other agencies
c. Has specialized trainings and preparation
d. Is endowed with physical, intellectual, moral, social and emotional
qualities
Answer
Has specialized trainings and preparation
Explanation
A professional teacher possesses knowledge and abilities that have been
acquired through formal education and extensive specialized training.
30. What do you call a teacher’s management technique that sets positive
climate and develops quality relationship between the teacher and the
students?
a. Management of instruction
b. Management of Time
c. Management of Relationship
d. Management of Physical environment
Answer
Management of Relationship
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
The management of relationship concerns the emotional climate and
communications affecting learning conditions.
31. Who is an innovative teacher in the 21st century?
a. A teacher who is willing to take risk and view failures as an opportunity to
learn
b. A teacher who plans an manages work to achieve the target result
c. A teacher who expresses his/her thoughts and idea effectively
d. A teacher who reads recent trends in education
Answer
A teacher who is willing to take risk and view failures as an
opportunity to learn
Explanation
An innovative 21st century teachers facilitates and inspire student
learning and creativity so that all students achieve in the global society.
they are willing to take risk and view failures and mistakes as productive
and as opportunities to learn and enhance learners creative thinking
capability.
32. Which of the following is not a thinking and problem-solving skill?
a. Intellectual curiosity
b. Creativity
c. Critical thinking
d. Productivity and accountability
Answer
Productivity and accountability
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
Problem solving and critical thinking refers to the ability to use
knowledge, facts, and data to effectively solve problems. Therefore,
productivity and accountability are not a thinking and problem-solving
skill because Being productive is having the ability to produce something
of a specific quality in a predetermined amount of time and accountability
is crucial since it determines how productive we are in the workplace.
33. The principal of Lisbeth Remolano Private Elementary School wants to
avail of the rights in Magna Carta. Is his claim legal?
a. Yes, he is the principal
b. Yes, if he is a licensed teacher
c. No, the school is a private school
d. No, principal is not considered teachers
Answer
No, the school is a private school
Explanation
According to REPUBLIC ACT No. 4670 “The Magna Carta for Public
School Teachers” Article 1 Section 2. Title Definition. This Act shall be
known as the "Magna Carta for Public School Teachers" and shall apply
to all public school teachers except those in the professorial staff of state
colleges and universities.
34. Clarence is in senior high school who is still uncertain to what course she
will take up in college. Her school offers variety of academic tracks. What
option should Gina consider so that her preparation for college will not be
affected by her uncertainty of a college course?
a. Technical-Vocational Track
b. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
c. General Academic Strand
d. Arts and Design Track
Answer
General Academic Strand
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
Students who are unsure of what course or degree they wish to pursue in
college can benefit from the General Academic Strand. This strand was
created to allow unsure students to proceed with any college program.
35. What does article XIII of the code of ethics include as the basis for
evaluating students other than quality of academic performance?
a. Extra-curricular Activities
b. Attendance
c. Merit
d. Conduct
Answer
Merit
Explanation
Article XIII of the Code of Ethics stipulates that the evaluation of the
learner's work should be based on merit and quality of academic
performance.
36. What is the existentialist’s point of view relative to the aim of education?
a. To know themselves and their place in the society
b. To develop cognitive and power
c. To re-engineer society
d. To acquire productive skill
Answer
To know themselves and their place in the society
Explanation
Existentialism is the philosophical belief we are each responsible for
creating purpose or meaning in our own lives and asserts that the purpose
of education is to help students find meaning and directions in their lives.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
37. Which among the following rationale applies to the additional two years
in the Senior High School of the K to 12 Curriculum?
I. To provide sufficient skills for mastery of concepts
II. To develop lifelong learning skills
III. To develop entrepreneurial skills
a. I and II
b. II and III
c. None of the choices
d. All the them
Answer
All the them
Explanation
The additional two years in Senior High School aims to provide
sufficient time for mastery of concepts and skills, to develop lifelong
learning skills and to prepare graduates for tertiary education, for
mid-level skills development, for employment and for entrepreneurship.
38. Teachers, principals and professors are persons in authority. What act
confers this status to them?
a. RA 578
b. RA 1265
c. RA 586
d. RA 1090
Answer
RA 578
Explanation
Commonwealth act no. 578 - an act to amend article one hundred fifty-
two of the revised penal code, so as to include teachers, professors, and
persons charged with the supervision of public or duly recognized private
schools, colleges, and universities, within the term “Persons In Authority”
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
39. Yuan always waits at his neighbor Gerald every morning. He enjoys
seeing him while biking and imitates the actions of Gerald while he rides
his own bike. Who is the proponent of social Learning Theory which
applies in the situation?
a. Bandura
b. Bruner
c. Kohlberg
d. Skinner
Answer
Bandura
Explanation
Albert Bandura developed the Social learning Theory and advocated that
"children learn from what they see in the environment
40. A child submitted a poor written report but packaged with brightly
colored paper. These showcases_________________.
a. Art over academics
b. art over science
c. Substance over "porma"
d. "porma' over substance
Answer
"porma' over substance
Explanation
When a student focuses more on designs and embellishments rather than of
content of a report, then it shows porma over substance.
41. With the use of mnemonics, the students are able
to__________information.
a. Analyze
b. Understand
c. Apply
d. Remember
Answer
Remember
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Explanation
mnemanics like "My Dear Aunt Sallyto mean multiplication, division,
addition and subtraction help students remember information easily.
42. According to Krathwohls' affective domain of objectives, is the lowest
level of affective behavior.
a. Valuing
b. Responding
c. Organization
d. Characterization
Answer
Responding
Explanation
The arrangement of Krathwohls effective domain is responding, valuing,
organization and characterization.
43. A boy is closer to his mother and a girl is close to her father. These
instances ore under
A. Oedipal complex
B. Phallic stage
C. Latent stage
D. Pre-genital stage
Answer
Phallic stage
Explanation
When a boy is closer to the mother (Oedipus complex) and a git is closer
to her father Electra complex). these Instances are under Freud’s Phalic
stage In the Psychosexual Development Theory.
44. Teacher Abi asks one of her students, "What do you want to become when
you grow up?" This question is an indication of what kind of philosophy?
a. Progressivism
b. Existentialism
c. Naturalism
d. Idealism
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Answer
Idealism
Explanation
Idealism because if stresses the existence of ideas independent from the
material world Ideas that which exist in the mind are the only reality.
45. Teacher Jessy has not only explained the concept of Philosophy of
Education but also imparted this to her students. This demonstrates what
kind of philosophy?
a. Naturalism
b. Realism
c. Idealism
d. Perennialism
Answer
Realism
Explanation
Realism concerns with what is real, actual. For ideas to be realized, they
must be transferred or demonstrated.
46. Which pillar of learning aimed in the acquisition of the instrument of
understanding in order to develop the students learn-to-learn skills?
a. Learning to do
b. Learning to live together
c. Learning to know
d. Learning to be
Answer
Learning to know
Explanation
Learning to know implies learning how to earn by developing one's
concentration, memory skills and ability to think, acquiring the
instrument of understanding.
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
47. In his class, Teacher Jakob always presents principles and values so as to
encourage his students to examine them and decide for themselves
whether to accept them or not. What kind of philosophy does he practice?
a. Idealism
b. Humanism
c. Essentialism
d. Existentialism
Answer
Existentialism
Explanation
Existentialisms is a philosophy that emphasizes subjectivity, freedom
and responsibility.
48. When a teacher emphasizes that man's sense should be trusted because
they are the only way to acquire knowledge, the teacher can be regarded
as__________________.
a. Naturalist
b. Empiricist
c. Realist
d. Pragmatist
Answer
Empiricist
Explanation
Empiricism upholds that the only source of knowledge is the senses and
sense-based experience.
49. The school conducted a general student election for the Supreme Student
Council. The election is patterned after the COMELEC system. The
school is using what kind of technique?
a. Symposium
b. Panel discussion
c. Simulation
d. Dramatization
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COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION
North Poblacion, Mabinay, Negros Oriental
Answer
Simulation
Explanation
Simulation is an activity that simulates "almost real-life situation", Other
applications of simulation are the following: simulated flight for aviation
students, assigning student to be the mayor of the day.
50. During problem solving method, the teacher's primary role is:
a. Director
b. Lecturer
c. Clarifier
d. Judge
Answer
Clarifier
Explanation
During problem solving activities, the teacher acts as a clarifier
especially when students are in doubt how to go about the problem.