SOUTHERN MASBATE ROOSEVELT COLLEGE, INC.

Katipunan, Placer, Masbate

Dr. Victor V. Lepiten, Sr. Victor Elliot S. Lepiten,III

FOUNDER PRESIDENT

preliminary EXAMINATION in
Law-related studies

NAME:____________________________________ DATE: ___________________

YEAR & SECTION: ___________________________ SCORE: __________________

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
 Use black ballpen only.
 Avoid erasures. Erasures means wrong.
 Failure to follow simple instructions will automatically deducted to your points .

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Read the statements carefully, and write the letter of the correct answer in the space provided.
__1. Jay-ar filed a complaint against his neighbor Conel for damaging his fence. Conel denies causing any damage.
What is the first step Jay-ar should take in resolving the issue?
a. File a case directly at the court.
b. Seek assistance from the local police.
c. Confront Conel personally to settle the matter.
d. Report the incident to the Barangay Captain for settlement.
__2. Hershey wants to resolve a land dispute with her aunt, who claims ownership of the disputed property.
They decide to seek assistance from the Katarungang Pambarangay. What is the role of the Barangay Captain
in this process?
a. Decide the rightful owner of the property.
b. Sentence the losing party with a penalty.
c. Serve as a mediator between the parties.
d. Summon witnessess to testify in court.
__3. Olimba and Verdida, residents of the same Barangay, have a long-standing disagreement about a land boundary
issue. They decide to bring their case to the Katarungang Pambarangay. What type of case is this?
a. Neighborhood Dispute Case
b. Family Dispute Case
c. Civil Case
d. Criminal Case
__4. A group of neighbors is experiencing constant noise disturbance from a resident who frequently conduct loud
parties. To resolve the issue, the affected neighbors decide to file a complaint in the Barangay. What is the likely
outcome of this issue?
a. The accused will be fined for the noise disturbances.
b. The accused will be required to reduce noise levels.
c. The accused will be evicted from the Barangay.
d. The parties will be asked to settle the issue privately.
__5. Joyme, a barangay resident, is accused of slander by his neighbor, Cator. They want to resolve the issue through
Barangay. What evidence should Cator present to support his claim?
a. Witness testimonies from other neighbors.
b. Social media screenshots of Joyme’s posts.
c. Medical records proving emotional distress.
 d. Property documents related to the dispute.
__6. In a Legal Separation case, if one spouse leaves the conjugal home due to physical abuse, how long can the
separation last before it becomes a ground for legal separation?
a. Six months
b. One year
c. Two years
d. Five years
__7. In a Legal Separation case, if one spouse alleges that the other has a drug addiction problem, what must the
Court require for verification?
a. A statement from the alleged addict.
b. A police report.
c. An affidavit from close family member.
d. A medical certificate from a license physician.
__8. Under what circumstances could a marriage be declared voidable?
a. A marriage where one party is of a different race than the other.
b. A marriage where one party is addicted to drugs or alcohol.
c. A marriage where both parties work in the same profession.
d. A marriage where one party receives a promotion after the wedding.
__9. In which situation might a marriage be annulled based on the Philippine Family Code?
a. When one party is unable to fulfill their marital responsibilities due to a mental disorder.
b. When the couple has occasional disagreement about finances.
c. When the couple faces constant arguments about household chores.
d. When one party discovers the other party’s excessive shopping habbits.
__10. When might a marriage in the Philippines be declared void ab initio?
a. When both parties agree to separate amicably
b. When one party was below the legal age of consent at the time of marriage
c. When the couple is facing financial difficulties
d. When the couple has occasional disagreements
__11. In which situation might impotence be considered a ground for annulment?
a. The condition is temporary
b. It was undisclosed before marriage
c. It’s a result of a recent accident
d. The couple is seeking therapy for it
__12. Which of the following defines legal separation?
a. A temporary separation between married couples
b. A permanent dissolution of the marriage
c. A legally recognized status for married couples who choose to live apart
d. A process of determining child custody and support
__13. When might a marriage be deemed voidable in accordance with Family Code of the Philippines?
a. When one party was already married to someone else at the time of the marriage
b. When both parties share similar cultural backgrounds
c. When the couple faces challenges adjusting to married life
d. When one party starts a new job
__14. What is the legal consequence of a marriage contracted without obtaining a marriage license?
a. The marriage is void ab initio (void from the beginning)
b. The marriage is voidable
c. The marriage is valid until it is annulled by a court
d. None of the above
__15. What is the effect of a marriage that violates the legal impediment of insanity?
 a. The marriage is void ab initio
b. The marriage is voidable
c. The marriage is valid until it is annulled by a court
d. None of the above
__16. What is the legal requirement fo a marriage to be considered as a “marriage in articulo mortis” under the
Philippine law?
a. The dying person must articulate his or her consent to the marriage.
b. The dying person must make a last will and testament granting consent to the marriage.
c. The dying person must make an affidavit granting consent to the marriage.
d. None of the above.
__17. A couple wishes to be married by a solemnizing officer. According to the Family Code of the Philippines
who can legally act as a solemnizing officer?
a. Any adult Filipino citizen
b. Any adult Filipino citizens wh holds a specific professional license
c. Members of the clergy fro recognized religious groups
d. Only judges or justices of the Supreme Court
__18. A couple wants to have a civil wedding ceremony. Who among the following can solemnize a civil marriage?
a. A pastor from any recognized religious group
b. A judge or a mayor
c. Priest from a local parish
d. A close relative of either the bride or the groom
__19. In the Philippines, what is the primary legal basis for the voidable marriages?
a. Article 45 of the Family Code of the Philippines
b. Article 36 of the Family Code of the Philippines
c. Article 55 of the Family Code of the Philippines
d. Article 68 of the Family Code of the Philippines
__20. Which circumstances may be grounds for a nullity of marriage under Article 36 of the Family Code?
a. Physical incapacity
b. Psychological incapacity
c. Mental incapacity
d. Abandonment without justifiable cause
__21. In a petition for annulment of marriage, the burden of proving the grounds lies with:
a. Both parties equally
b. The respondent
c. The court
d. The petitioner
__22. What is the effect of a final judgment of annulment of marriage?
a. The marriage is viod from the beginning
b. The marriage is annulled but cannot be dissolved
c. The marriage is suspended temporarily
d. The marriage is dissolved and the parties are free to remarry
__23. Tamayo, a Filipina, married Sericon, a foreigner in another country. Is their marriage subject to annulment in
Philippine laws?
a. Yes, as long as one of them is a Filipino citizen
b. No, Philippine laws do not recognized foreign marriages
c. Yes, only if they obtained consent from the Philippine government
d. No, as long as they were legally married abroad
__24. After a court declared a marriage null and void, what happens to the properties acquired during the marriage?
a. They are divided equally between the spouses
b. They are retained by the spouse who acquired them
c. They are sold and proceeds are split between the spouses
d. They are forfeited to the state
__25. In an annulment case, what is the role of a psychological expert?
a. To determine the validity of the marriage
b. To evaluate the mental capacity of the parties involved
c. To provide legal advice to the court
d. To assess the financial situation of the parties
__26. How does legal separation differ from annulment?
a. Legal separation allows both parties to remarry, while annulment does not
b. Legal separation requires a court hearing, while annulment does not
c. Legal separation legally separates spouses but does not terminate the marriage, while annulment
completely dissolves the marriage
d. Legal separation requires consent from both parties, while annulment does not
__27. Can a legally separated spouse claim support from the other spouse?
a. No, legal separation terminates all financial obligations between the spouses
b. Yes, the financially disadvantaged spouse can claim support from the other spouse
c. Yes, but only if the legally separated spouse is unable to support themselves
d. No, legal separation alows both spouses to reclaim their financial independence
__ 28. When can the court grant a decree of legal separation?
a. After hearing the testimonies of the spouses and their witnesses
b. When both spouses agree to the separation and submit a joint petition
c. When the court finds a sufficient ground for legal separation based on the evidence presented
d. When a marriage counselor reccomends separation as the best solution for the marital issues
__29. In a legal separation cases, what happens to the conjugal partnership?
a. It is dissolved and the assets and liabilities are divided equally between the spouses
b. It continues to exist, but the spouses no longer have the duty to live together
c. The court will determine the appropriate division of assets based on the circumstances
d. The guilty spouse forfeits their share in the conjugal assets in favor of the innocent spouse
__ 30. Can the spouses enter into live-in partnership after a legal separation?
a. Yes, they are free to enter into live-in partnership
b. No, they must remain faithful to each other after the legal separation
c. It depends on the specific terms of the legal separation agreement
d. Spouses can only enter into live-in partnership if both parties agree to it
II. IDENTIFICATION
Identify what is being asked on the following questions. Write NULLITY if the marriage is void,
ANNULMENT if the marriage is voidable, and LEGAL SEPARATION if the marriage is ground for
separation. Write your answer in the space provided.
_____________________1. Hershey and Conel got married after Conel threatened to harm Hershey’s family if she
didn’t marry him.
_____________________2. Joyme and Sericon got married, but it was later revealed that Sericon was
mentally incapacitated and unable to understand the nature of the marriage
contract.
_____________________3. Robin and Pantalleon have been married for 8 years, but Robin has never been faithful
to his wife, Pantalleon.
_____________________4. Morales found out that her husband had a prior existing marriage before marrying her.
_____________________5. Moreno and Monceller got married when they were both 17 years old.
_____________________6. Pajes and Domuran have been living separately for 5 years due to repeated physical
violence.
_____________________7. Mahinay discovers that her husband Enrique, has been involved in habitual alcoholism
and drug addiction.
_____________________8. Tonio and Aime got married under cultural pressure, but they have never consummated
the marriage.
_____________________9. Mary Grace discovered after marriage that her spouse had a criminal record and had
hidden it from her.
____________________10. Olimba and Joyme got married, but it was later discovered that Olimba intentionally
misrepresented his identity to Joyme.
____________________11. Darwen and Ruffa got married, but Darwen was physically incapable of consumating
the marriage.
____________________12. Enrique and Emily got married, but they obtain their marriage without parental consent
____________________13. Arranguez discovers that her husband has a previous conviction for a crime involving
moral turpitude.
____________________14. Noynay learns that his wife Aiva was forced into marriage against her will.
____________________15. Bacatin discovers that his wife, Mary grace is already married to someone else at the
time of their marriage.
____________________16. Marissa and Bacatin got married, But Bacatin was unable to understand the nature and
consequence of the marriage due to a mental illness.
____________________17. Pelayo finds out that her husband Manuel has a serious and incurable sexually
transmitted disease.
____________________18. Abacial and Henoguin got married in a secret ceremony without the presence of any
witnesses.
____________________19. Robin and Amor got married, but soon after the wedding, Amor realized that Robin was
underage at the time of their marriage and had lied about his age.
____________________20. Sinangote and Marissa got married, but it was later revealed that Sinangote and
Marissa are siblings.

“Ngunit ang sinumang nagkukulang ng karunungan sa inyo, ay humingi siya sa Dios na nagbibigay ng sagana sa lahat
at hindi nanunumbat” - Santiago 1:5

Prepared by:
Mr. Junriv S. Rivera
Instructor