General Information Practice Questions — Set 5

Question 1

What is the primary objective of the 'Data Privacy Act' (RA 10173)?

Accepted Answer

To protect the fundamental human right of privacy while ensuring free flow of information by regulating how personal data is collected and processed.

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To prohibit the use of social media in the Philippines.

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To make all government documents secret.

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To allow the government to read everyone's private messages.

Question 2

Which of the following is a 'Separation of Church and State' principle in the Philippines?

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The State shall not establish a national religion nor provide financial support to any specific church.

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The government can choose the next Pope.

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Every citizen must belong to a church.

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Religious leaders are not allowed to vote.

Question 3

What is 'Social Justice' according to the Philippine Constitution?

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The promotion of the welfare of all the people, the equalization of economic and social opportunities, and the reduction of poverty.

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Giving all the money of the rich to the poor.

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Allowing only the majority to make decisions.

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Punishing all criminals without a trial.

Question 4

Which of the following is a 'Sovereign Right' of the Philippines over its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)?

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The right to explore, exploit, conserve, and manage natural resources like fish, oil, and gas within 200 nautical miles from the coast.

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The right to ignore all international laws.

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The right to prohibit all foreign ships from passing through.

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The right to claim that the EEZ is part of the country's land territory.

Question 5

What is the 'Miranda Warning' requirement for police officers in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

It must be given to any person under 'custodial investigation' to inform them of their rights to remain silent and have a lawyer.

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It is a law that was recently abolished.

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It is only for foreigners arrested in the country.

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It must be given only if the suspect asks for it.

Question 6

Who was the 'Mother of the Katipunan' who provided food and medicine to the revolutionaries?

Accepted Answer

Melchora Aquino (Tandang Sora)

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Gregoria de Jesus

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Gabriela Silang

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Teresa Magbanua

Question 7

Which of the following is an 'Inherent Power' of the State, along with Eminent Domain and Police Power?

Accepted Answer

The Power of Taxation

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The Power of Election

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The Power of Appointment

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The Power of Pardon

Question 8

What is the purpose of the 'Voter's Registration' process?

Accepted Answer

To establish a permanent list of qualified voters to ensure the integrity of the election and prevent multiple voting.

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To check the IQ of the citizens.

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To force everyone to join a specific political party.

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To collect money for the government.

Question 9

In the Philippine government, what does 'Bicameral' mean regarding the Legislature?

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It is composed of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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It only meets twice a year.

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It is composed of only one house.

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It is lead by two Presidents.

Question 10

What is the primary role of the 'Executive Branch' of the government?

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To carry out, implement, and enforce the laws passed by the Legislature.

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To change the Constitution whenever they want.

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To interpret the laws. .

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To write the laws. .