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Republic of the Philippines

CEBU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
Main Campus, M. J. Cuenco Avenue and R. Palma St., Cebu City
(SUC Level IV, AACCUP Accredited and ISO 9001 Certified)
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Tel. No. (032) 416-6585 Fax No. (032) 412-1398

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

LEGAL BASES OF EDUCATION

INSTRUCTIONS: MULTIPLE CHOICE . Write or shade the letter that corresponds to your best choice. If none of choices is correct,
write the correct answer.

1. In a DECS Memorandum issued last 1998, the new name of multi-grade is ___.
a. paaralan ng bahay c. escuela nueva e. none of these
b. friendly school d. school of the future

2. The encouragement of self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs as stated in the 1987 Constitution has
given rise to ___.
a. the clamor for a Grade VII
b. the conduct of NEAT and NSAT
c. the implementation of open universities and distance learning programs
d. institutionalization of early childhood care and development
e. none of these

3. The 1987 Philippine Constitution states the following EXCEPT –

a. The National language of the Philippines is Filipino
b. The official language of the Philippines are Filipino and English
c. Filipino is the Tagalog of the Tagalog speaking provinces
d. The government shall initiate and sustain the use of Filipino as medium of official communication and as a language of
instruction in the education system
e. None of these

4. A presidential body to study Philippines Education created by virtue of Executive Order No. 46 during the incumbency of
DECS Secretary Andrew Gonzales with an aim to study Philippine Education is the ___.
a. Presidential Commission on Educational Reform
b. Commission on Philippine Education
c. Survey Outcomes of Elementary Education
d. Philippine Commission to Survey Philippine Education
e. none of these

5. The Constitutional provision on language has the following aims EXCEPT –

a. to make the regional dialect as auxiliary media of instructions in regional schools
b. to maintain English as a second language
c. to make Filipino the sole medium of instruction
d. to make Filipino the national language and medium of instruction and official communication
e. none of these

6. The introduction of nonformula education in life with the Constitution provision on ___.
a. protection of teachers
b. promoting the rights of all citizens to make quality education accessible to all
c. acceptance, affection and achievement
d. affection, ability, attitudes
e. none of these

7. With regards to business, which does the Code of Ethics say about teachers?
a. a teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to debts, loans and other financial matters
b. no teacher shall be financially interested in any commercial venture involving textbooks and other school
commodities where he/she can exercise official influence
c. no teacher shall act as an agent of textbooks and other school commodities where he/she can exercise official
influence
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d. a teacher may not engage in any kind of business

e. none of these

8. Which is ethical for a teacher to do in a situation where he/she falls in love with a student or when a student falls in love with
his/her teacher?
a. the teacher advises the student to discontinue with his/her studies
b. the teacher resigns from his/her teaching job
c. the teacher avoids that learner
d. the teacher exercises discretion to avoid scandal and gossip and preferential treatment of that learner
e. none of these

9. Miss Connie Cepeda is newly appointed teacher. The principal handed a copy of the Teacher’s Code of Ethics. Which could
have been the motive of the principal?
a. acquaint her with principles of moral behavior, conduct and relationship in the practice of profession
b. make her aware of the principles and rules prescribed under the authority of the state
c. familiarize her with the generally customs of right living in a society
d. provides her a set of rules and regulation to observe in school
e. none of these

10. Ms. Shrilly Ann Regalado is newly appointed teacher. The principal advised her to avoid any conduct, which discredits the
teaching profession. Which of the following action will not any manner discredit the teaching profession?
a. writing anonymous letters
b. revealing confidential information to authorities concerned
c. assigning undeserved grades
d. joining social drinking and gambling session
e. none of these

11. As a teacher you enjoy certain rights, which have corresponding responsibility. Which situation reflects balance of rights and
authority?
a. allow your husband a once a week completely free night out with his own friends
b. ask your husband to give you once a week, a similar completely free night out with friends
c. insists on going together on your once a week free night together
d. refuse your husband request for a once a weeknight out
e. none of these

12. Which of the following is less evil? A teacher had to collect money from parents to defray expenses of an elaborate
Graduation Program.
a. request rich parents to start the collection and serve as model for the poor parents
b. teach children to find means and ways to get the amount of money needed
c. ask children to deposit half of their money for recess to the teacher
d. present simple program to cut down on expenses
e. none of these

13. In recent years there has been an increasing emphasis on non-formal education. What is the major concern of non-formal
education in the Philippine context?
a. acquisition of appropriate vocational and technical skills d. love of arts in all forms
b. dislike of white collar jobs e. none of these
c. eradication of illiteracy

14. The Philippine Education Act of 1982 defines the areas of concern of the three levels of the education system. Which is the
mission of the elementary education?
a. an enlightened, disciplined, creative and productive citizen d. relevant and quality curriculum
b. modern and up-to-date methods and materials e. none of these
c. an effective and efficient teacher

15. Which of the following is a value thrust of the New Elementary Education?
a. pursuit of higher intellectual and moral values d. preservation of democratic values
b. extension and deepening of social concerns e. none of these
c. development of a sense of nationhood

16. The main purpose of the compulsory study of the Constitution in the Philippine schools is to ___.
a. prepare students for law-making
b. acquaint students with the historical development of the Philippine Constitution
c. make constitutional experts of the students
d. develop the students into responsible, thinking citizens
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e. none of these
17. In the Preamble of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers, which is not mentioned about teachers?
a. possess dignity and reputation
b. with high moral values as well as technical and professional competence
c. LET passers
d. duly licensed professionals
e. none of these

18. Whom does the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers NOT cover?
a. teachers in the tertiary level
b. all full-time or part-time public and private school teachers and administrators
c. teachers in all educational institutions at the pre-school, elementary and secondary levels
d. teachers of academic, vocational, special, technical or non-formal institutions
e. none of these

19. In the most recent curriculum introduced in 2002, Makabayan is a subject –

a. singles out Values Education
b. serves as a practice environment for holistic learning
c. compartmentalizes subject excluding English, Filipino, Science and Math
d. integrates English, Filipino, Science and Math
e. none of these

20. The Filipino learner envisioned by the Department of Education is one who is imbued with the desirable values of a person
who is –
a. makabayan, makasarili, makakalikasan, at maka-Diyos
b. makabayan, makatao, makahalaman,at maka-Diyos
c. makabayan, makakaragatan, makatao, at maka-Diyos
d. makabayan, makatao, makakalikasan, at maka-Diyos
e. none of these

21. Which is NOT a characteristic of the 2002 Basic education Curriculum?

a. more integrated d. makes use of interdisciplinary approach
b. more compartmentalized e. none of these
c. more holistic

22. Which program was adopted to provide universal access to basic education to eradicate illiteracy?
a. “paaralan-sa-bawat-barangay” d. science and education development plan
b. education for all e. none of these
c. values education framework

23. The Philippine constitution directs the teaching of religion in public schools on the following conditions EXCEPT –
a. option is expressed in writing d. given only at the option of parents or guardians
b. without cost to the government e. none of these
c. with cost shouldered by the parents or guardians

24. The adoption of national language directed by the Philippine Constitution is designed primarily to –
a. facilitate communication among diverse linguistic groups d. counteract elitism
b. do away from colonial mentality e. none of these
c. officially adopt Tagalog as national language

25. What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 1 and Section 2, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?
a. Quality education is a privilege in so far as all citizens are concerned.
b. Public education in the elementary is free and compulsory.
c. Scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies and other incentives to deserving students in both public and
private schools.
d. Nonformal, informal and indigenous learning, self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs are
encouraged.
e. all of these

26. What statement is FALSE with reference to the provisions of Section 3, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?
a. The study of the Constitution shall be included in the curricula of all educational institution.
b. Religion shall be allowed to be taught in public elementary and high schools within the regular class hours.
c. Nationalism, patriotism, love of humanity, respect for human rights, and appreciation of the role of national heroes
shall be inculcated and fostered in all schools.
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d. The rights and duties of citizenship shall be taught, ethical and moral values strengthened, moral character and
discipline developed, critical and creative thinking encouraged, scientific and technological knowledge broadened,
vocational efficiency to be promoted.
e. all of these

27. What statement is FALSE with reference to the implementing guidelines the policy on bilingual education as contained in
Department Order No. 25, s. 1974?
a. Bilingual education is defined operationally as the separate use of Filipino and English as media of instruction in
definite subject areas; Arabic shall be used in areas where necessary.
b. English and Filipino are used as media of instruction in Grade I in all schools, except in those schools using the
vernacular.
c. English and Filipino shall be taught as language subjects in all grades in the elementary and secondary schools.
d. Filipino shall be used as medium of instruction in social studies, science, worked education, health education and
physical education. English shall remain as medium.
e. all of these

28. What statement is False with reference to Section 6 and 7 of Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?
a. The national language of the Philippines is Filipino. It shall be further developed and enriched on the basis of
existing Philippine and other languages.
b. For purposes of communication and instruction, the official languages of the Philippines are Filipino and English.
c. The use of Filipino as a medium of official communication and as language of instruction in the educational system is
an executive prerogative.
d. Spanish and Arabic shall be promoted on a vocabulary and optional basis.
e. All of these

29. What statement is FALSE with regard to the provisions of Section 10-19 of Article XIV of the 1986 Constitution?
a. Considering that science and technology are essential for national development, the State shall give priority to
science and technology education.
b. Equal access to cultural opportunities is ensured through the educational system.
c. All educational institutions are mandated to undertake regular sports activities throughout the country.
d. The evolution of a Filipino national cultural based on one ethnic culture shall be fostered.
e. All of these

30. What statement is NOT TRUE with reference to Section 4, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?
a. The control and administration of educational institution shall be vested in the citizen of the Philippines.
b. No educational institution, without exception, shall be established exclusively for aliens and no group of aliens shall
comprise more than one-third of the enrolment in any school.
c. Academic freedom shall be enjoyed in all institutions of higher learning.
d. The State shall enhance the right of teachers to professional advancement; the State shall assign the highest
budgetary priority to education and ensure that teaching will retain its rightful share of the best available talents
through adequate remuneration and others means of job satisfaction and fulfillment.
e. All of these

31. Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, Sec. 13:2 provides institutions the freedom to determine on academic grounds that shall be
admitted to study, who shall teach, and what shall be the subject and research. This statement means:
a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.
e. None of these

32. Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, Sec. 12 grants school managers the right to be deemed persons in authority in the discharge of
lawful duties and responsibilities and shall therefore be accorded due respect and protection. This statement means:
a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.
e. None of these

33. The State shall ensure that all the people shall be given as much as possible equal chance of obtaining an education and
cultured life. This statement means:
a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.
e. None of these
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34. The Educational Act of 1982 otherwise known as B.P. Blg. 32, in Sec. 29, encourages intended official approval for institution
and programs which desire to meet standards of quality over and above the minimum requirements for State recognition.
a. Philippine education provides equal access to cultural opportunities.
b. Philippine education recognizes academic freedom.
c. Philippine education encourages voluntary accreditation.
d. Philippine education accord rights to and imposes duties and obligations upon school administrators or managers.
e. None of these

35. Which of the following is a right granted to students as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 9:1-9?
a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and
conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate
academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of
matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who
may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.
e. None of these

36. Which of the following is a right granted to parents as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 8:1-2?
a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and
conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate
academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of
matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who
may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.

37. Which of the following is a right granted to school personnel as provided in B. P. Blg. 232, Sec. 10:1-4?
a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and
conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate
academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of
matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who
may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.
e. None of these

38. Which of the following is a right granted to schools as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 13:1-2?
a. The right to receive, through primarily competent instruction, relevant quality education in line with national goals and
conducive to their full development as persons with human dignity.
b. The right to free expression of opinion and suggestions and to effective channels of communications with appropriate
academic and administrative bodies of the school or institution.
c. The right to organize themselves and/or with teachers for the purpose of providing a forum for the discussion of
matters relating to the school programs.
d. The right of institutions of higher learning top determines on academic grounds that shall be admitted to study, who
may teach, and what shall be the subject of the study and research.
e. None of these

39. Which of the following is a right granted to teachers as provided in B. P. 232, Sec. 1:1-4?
a. The right of access to his own school records, the confidentiality of which the school shall maintain and observe.
b. The right to be free from compulsory assignments not related to their duties as defined in their appointments or
employment contracts, unless compensated thereof, conformable to existing laws.
c. The right to be free from involuntary contributions except those imposed by their own organizations.
d. The right to establish join and maintain labor organizations of their choice to promote their welfare and defend their
interests.
e. None of these

40. What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 16 “Teachers’ Obligations” of the Batas Pambansa Blg. 232?
a. Perform his duties to the school by discharging his responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, goals and
objectives of the school.
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b. Be accountable for the efficient and effective attainment of specified learning objectives in pursuance of national
development goals, within the limits of available school resources.
c. Assume the responsibility to maintain and sustain his professional; growth and advancement and maintain
professionalism in the behavior at all times.
d. Exercise his rights responsibly in the knowledge that he is answerable for any infringement or violation of the public
welfare and of the rights of others.
e. None of these

41. What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 14 “Duties and Responsibilities of Students” of the Batas Pambansa Blg.
232?
a. Uphold the academic integrity of the school, endeavor to achieve academic excellence and abide the rules and
regulations governing his academic responsibilities and moral integrity.
b. Promote and maintain the peace and tranquility of the school by observing the rules of discipline, and by exerting
efforts to attain harmonious relationship with fellow students, the teaching and academic staff and other school
personnel.
c. Exert his utmost to develop his potentialities for service, particularly by undergoing an education suited to his abilities,
in order that he may become an asset to his family and to society.
d. Participate as an agent of constructive social, economic, moral intellectual, cultural and political change in his school
and the community within the context of national policies.
e. None of these

42. Sec. 3 of Commonwealth No. 180 set the requirements for a private college to fulfill before it is granted university status. This
statement means:
a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.
e. None of these

43. Act. No. 74, otherwise known as the Educational Act 1901, passed by the Second Philippine Commission authorized the
establishment of private schools but did not provide for their control and supervision. This statement means:
a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.
e. None of these

44. The State sees to it that the right of all citizens to quality education at all levels is protected and promoted. This statement
means:
a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.
e. None of these

45. The principal source of funds for financing public education is taken from the one percent (1%) tax on real estate imposed by
R. A. No. 5447. This statement means:
a. Philippine education grants university status to qualified colleges.
b. Philippine education strives to be of high quality.
c. Philippine education recognizes the complementary roles of public and private educational institutions.
d. Philippine education is financed by public and private funds.
e. None of these

46. Philippine education allows publications in the school campus. However, there limitations to freedom to publish. For instance,
the Revised Penal code of the Philippines prohibits the publication of the following except one.
a. Inciting the people to rebellion d. poll surveys
b. Libelous remarks e. none of these
c. Obscene publications and exhibitions

47. No educational institutions in the Philippines shall be established exclusively for aliens and no group of aliens shall comprise
more than one-third of the enrolment in any school. This statement means:
a. Philippine education is nationalistic. d.. Philippine education encourages regional planning
b. Philippine education is democratic. e. none of these
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.
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48. Education should be accessible to all. The State is trying its best to reach all children in spite of the shortage of funds. . This
statement means
a. Philippine education is nationalistic. d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.
b. Philippine education is democratic. e. none of these
c. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.

49. The State shall take into account regional and sectoral needs and conditions and shall encourage local planning in the
development of educational policies and programs. This statement means:
d. Philippine education is nationalistic. d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.
a. Philippine education is democratic. e. none of these
b. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.

50. The State is supposed to establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant
to the needs of all the people and society. This statement means:
e. Philippine education is nationalistic. d. Philippine education encourages regional planning.
a. Philippine education is democratic. e. none of these
b. Philippine education is complete, adequate, integrated and relevant.

51. What statement is FALSE with reference to Article II “The Teacher and State” of the Code of Ethics of Professional Teachers?
a. Every teacher shall enjoy academic freedom and shall the privilege of sharing the product of his researches and
investigations, provided that, if the results are inimical to the declared policies of the state, they shall be drawn to the
proper authorities for appropriate remedial action.
b. A teacher is a facilitator of learning and of the development of the youth; he shall, therefore, render the best services
by providing an environment conducive to such learning and growth.
c. Every teacher or school official shall actively help carry out the declared policies of the state, and shall take an oath
to this effect.
d. A teacher shall not use his position or official authority of influence to coerce any other person to follow any political
course of action.
e. None of these

52. What statement is FALSE with reference to Article IV “The Teacher and the Profession” of the Code of Ethics of Professional
Teachers?
a. Every teacher shall actively help insure that teaching is the noblest profession, and shall manifest genuine
enthusiasm and pride in teaching as a noble calling.
b. Every teacher shall use the teaching profession in a manner that makes it a dignified means for earning a decent
living.
c. Every teacher shall uphold the highest possible standards of quality education, and shall make the best preparation
for the career of teaching, and shall be at his best at all times in the practice of his profession.
d. Teachers shall, at all times, be imbued with the spirit of professional loyalty, mutual confidence and faith in one
another, self-sacrifice for the common good and full cooperation with colleagues. When best interest is at stakes in
any controversy, teachers shall support one another.
e. None of these

53. What statement is FALSE with reference to Article VIII “The Teacher and the Learners” of the Code of Ethics of Professional
Teachers?
a. 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,
b. A teacher shall not inflict corporal punishment or offending learners nor make deductions from their scholastic ratings
as a punishment for acts which are clearly not manifestation of poor scholarship.
c. In a situation where mutual attraction and subsequent love develop between teacher and the learner, the teacher
shall exercise utmost professional discretion to avoid scandal, gossip, and preferential treatment of the learner.
d. A teacher shall maintain at all ties a dignified personality, which could serve as model worthy of emulation by
learners, peers and others.
e. None of these

54. As provided in the Republic Act #4670, every teacher shall enjoy equitable safeguards at each stage of any disciplinary
procedures and shall the following except:
a. the right to be informed in writing, of the charges d. the right to appeal to clearly designated authorities.
b. the right to full access to the evidence in the case e. all of these
c. the right to defend himself and to be defended by a representative of his choice and/or his organization, adequate
time being given to the teacher for the preparations of his defense
d.
55. Whenever possible, the proper authorities shall take all steps to enable married couples, both of whom are public school
teachers, to be employed in the same locality.
a. Yes, it is provided in Republic Act #4670 d. No, it against the provision of Republic Act #4670
b. No, it’s against on nepotism e. none of these
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c. Yes, as long as they will not be in the same school

56. In areas in which teachers are exposed to hardship such as difficulty in community to the place of work or other hazards
peculiar to the place of employment, as determined by the Secretary of Education, they shall be compensated special
hardship allowance equivalent to:
a. at least 100% of their monthly salary d. at least 25% of their monthly salary
b. at least 75% of their monthly salary e. none of these
c. at least 50% of their monthly salary

57. What statement is NOT TRUE in the case of barangay high schools?
a. barangay high schools are established to provide all Filipino equal opportunities for high school education
b. Principal of the public high school nearest to it administers a barangay high school.
c. A barangay school is authorized to open only within a three kilometers radius of any existing high school
d. A barangay high school may be opened on the basis of the petition of the parents of fifty students.
e. All of these

58. What is the primary purpose of the creation of barangay schools?

a. To give equal opportunities for secondary education to all Filipino youth.
b. To cater to the needs for education of the barangay residents.
c. To serve the purpose of a Constitutional provisions.
d. To make community development a reality.
e. All of these

59. What statement is inconsistent with one of the provisions of Republic Act No. 4670, otherwise known as the Magna Carta for
Public School Teachers?
a. actual teaching is limited to six hours
b. no teacher shall be transferred without his consent
c. every teacher shall enjoy security of tenure.
d. a teacher entitled to a study leave not exceeding one school year often ten years of service.
e. All of these

60. Which statement is TRUE with respect to the meaning of the principle of separation of Church and State?
a. there should be a law that shall be made respecting an establishment of religion
b. no public money or property shall ever be appropriated, applied, paid, or employed directly or indirectly, for the use,
benefit, or support of any sect, church, denomination, sectarian institution, or system of religion
c. all persons are encouraged to take part in any activity of the church and profess their belief
d. the state can punish a person for entertaining or professing religious beliefs or disbeliefs
e. none of these

61. Which of the following phrases is NOT provided for in the Education Act of 1940, known as Commonwealth Act No. 536?
a. public elementary education to be supported by the National Government
b. a six-year elementary education instead of seven
c. a double-single session in the elementary grades
d. fixed the actual teaching time of elementary
e. all of these

62. DECS Department Order No. 25, s. 1974 requires the use of Filipino as medium of instruction in ____.
a. social studies d. all of the above
b. character education e. none of the above
c. work education, physical and health education

63. Under the Magna Carta for Teachers, teachers with ____ years of service of more may be considered PBET eligible.
a. at least 10 years or more continuous service d. three years of service
b. at least five years or more continuous service e. none of these
c. seven years of service

64. According to Presidential Decree 1006 and it’s implementing Memorandum No. 1. s. 1977 of the National for Teachers, PBET
is administered by _____.
a. Civil Service Commission d. jointly administered by all of the above
b. Department of Education, Culture and Sports e. none of these
c. National Educational Testing and Research Center

65. Presidential Decree 1006, otherwise known as the Decree Professionalizing Teaching was promulgated to ____.
a. regulate the practice teaching d. all of these
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b. ensure that teacher education is of the highest quality e. none of these

c. assess prospective teachers’ knowledge, skills and competencies

66. With the promulgation of the bilingual policy of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports, what is the immediate
function of English in the schools?
a. it is a tool for learning science and mathematics
b. it is an instrument for acquiring information about the world
c. it is a means of communication with English-speaking people.
d. It is a tool for advancement in the business world
e. All of these

67. In accordance with the DECS Department Order No. 25, s. 1974, the use of English and Filipino as instructional media starts
in ____.
a. Grade I d. Grade VI
b. Grade III e. all of the above
c. Grade IV

68. Department of Education Memorandum No. 280 is aimed at _____.

a. promoting the economic and social welfare of all teaching and non-teaching personnel.
b. establishing teachers’ cooperatives and other income generating activities
c. harnessing available manpower and material resources toward productive endeavors
d. all of the above
e. none of the above

69. This curriculum has fewer learning areas, but puts more emphasis on the mastery of learning.
a. New Elementary School Curriculum d. Revised Secondary Education Curriculum
b. New Secondary Education Curriculum e. none of these
c. Revised Elementary Education Curriculum

70. Which is the following is not a right of the teachers?

a. freedom of expression d. stage strike and protests
b. establishes and joins organization e. academic freedom
c. intellectual property

71. The Commission on Higher Education was established by _____.

a. RA 7722 d. RA 1452
b. RA 7796 e. RA 7743
c. RA 7687

72. The Republic Act, which lengthens the school calendar from 200 days to not more than 220 days to take effect in school
year 1995-1996, is _____.
a. Republic Act No. 7791 d. Republic Act No. 7784
b. Republic Act No. 7743 e. Republic Act No. 1616
c. Republic Act No. 7798

73. The name of the Dept. of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) was changed to Dept. of Education (DepEd) by virtue of what
law?
a. R.A. # 9155 d. R. A. No. 2194
b. R.A. # 9411 e. R. A. No. 4670
c. R.A. # 9630

74. Known as the Philippines’ “Science City.”

a. Los Baños, Laguna d. City of Manila
b. Cebu City e. City of Baguio
c. Muñoz, Nueva Ecija

75. This landmark law bans sexual harassment in the workplace and in the educational institutions.
a. R. A. #7977 d. Adm. Order No. 1250
b. Exec. Order #A-6 e. DECS Order No. 120
c. R. A. #7877

76. Free Public Secondary Education Act of 1988 is contained in _____.

a. R. A. #6938 d. R. A. #6655
b. R.A. #6735 e. R. A. #7752
c. R. A. 6657
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77. The governance Basic Education Act of 2001 is under ____.

a. R. A. 9155 d. R. A. #9165
b. R. A. 9145 e. R. A. 7752
c. R. A. 9135

78. Public school teachers must observe the “Dress Code” prescribed by the Civil Service Commission. This practice in the line
with the Code of Ethical Standards for Public Official of Employees”, under Republic Act No.
a. 6713 d. 6731
b. 6741 e. 6751
c. 6171

79. Anti-graft and Corrupt Practices Act is under _____.

a. R.A. 3029 d. R.A. 3019
b. R.A. 3051 e. R.A. 4991
c. R.A. 5919

80. It is a decree, which made the observance of the flag ceremony compulsory.
a. R.A. 4670 d. Batas Pambansa Blg. 232
b. R. A. 1459 e. R. A. 1265
c. R. A. 1234

81. The first teacher-training school established by the Americans in the Philippines in 1901 is the ____.
a. University of the Philippines d. Cebu Normal University
b. Philippine Normal School e. Iloilo Normal School
c. Zamboanga Normal School

82. Which of the following is being demanded by the CHED?

a. identifying certain colleges as “centers of excellence” with corresponding funding and responsibilities
b. emphasis on voluntary accreditation of programs
c. creation of specialists to evaluate programs
d. granting autonomy to accredited private schools
e. all of these

83. Which of the following is a violation of R.A.7787- Anti-Sexual harassment Act of 1995”?
a. A BEED applicant for teaching is being asked for a date by the superintendent, before she could be hired.
b. The applicant is being asked to give P5, 000 before she could be hired.
c. The applicant is being interviewed about her studies, including her victory as a beauty title holder- Miss Cebu
Tourism 1998.
d. The applicant was made to clean the office.
e. None of these

84. This law grants paternity leave of absence with full pay for male employees in both public and private sector for the first four
(4) deliveries of their legitimate spouses.
a. RA 8187 d. RA 8876
b. Adm. Order # 308 e. Exec. Order #1052
c. R. A. 14344

85. In the appointment or assignment of teachers to public elementary or secondary schools, priority shall be given to bonafide
residents of the barangays, municipality or city or province where the school is located, provided that the teacher possesses
the minimum qualifications for the position.
a. RA # 8190 d. RA # 6655
b. RA # 6735 e. RA # 6850
c. RA # 6657

86. A law the requires that every school division should organize special classes for children with special needs.
a. RA # 1265 d. RA # 8190
b. RA # 6713 e. RA # 7624
c. PD # 603

87. An Act abolishing the National College Entrance Examination (NCEE), repealing for the purpose of PD No. 1467?
a. RA # 7977 d. RA # 7731
b. RA # 7323 e. RA # 7463
c. RA # 7877
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88. A DECS Order that implemented the Bilingual Education Policy since 1974 requiring English as a medium of instruction in
Science, Math and Filipino in all other subject in elementary and secondary school.
a. DECS Order No. 25 d. DECS Order No. 107
b. DECS Order No. 35 e. DECS Order No. 603
c. DECS Order No. 38

89. This Order prescribed that “any student, teacher, professor, officer or employee of a university, college or school who
impedes, obstructs, prevents, or defeats the right and obligation of a teacher or professor to teach his subject or the right of a
student to attend his classes shall be subject to disciplinary action without prejudice to the criminal liability of the offender.
a. Executive Order No. 34, s. 1980 d. MEC Order No. 22, s. 1980
b. Administrative Order No. 34, s. 1980 e. MEC Order No. 34, s. 1980
c. Department Order No. 34, s. 1980

90. Vox Populi Est Supreme Lex is a Latin expression that means what?
a. The Supreme Being is God d. it is the popular choice
b. No one is above the law e. none of these
c. The voice of the people is the supreme law

91. This law was approved on January 23, 2002 which establishes the National Service Training Program for tertiary level
students and amended Republic Act No. 7077 and Presidential Decree No. 1706.
a. Republic Act No 9163 d. Republic Act No. 7796
b. Republic Act No. 8491 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 8525

92. This law was approved on August 2001 and known as “An Act Instituting a Framework of Governance for Basic Education,
Establishing Authority and Accountability, Renaming the Department of Education, Culture and Sports as the Department of
Education.
a. Republic Act No. 3155 d. Republic Act No. 7104
b. Republic Act No. 8047 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 854

93. To improve the quality of tertiary education the following must be undertaken:
a. Encourage flexibility in curricular construction and simplify minimum academic and physical facilities standards
b. Redefine minimum campestral credit hours to conform to time allocations
c. Revive Associate in Arts (A.A.) and similar two-year general education courses
d. Liberalize tertiary regulation and encourage alternative mechanisms for monitoring quality of high education
e. Permit student who did basic education abroad and finished at least ten years to enter college
f. None of the above
g. All of the above

94. This law was enacted on June 8, 1940 and conferred the status of “persons in authority” upon the teacher, professors, and
persons charged with the supervision of public or duly recognized private schools, colleges and universities.
a. Commonwealth Act No. 80 d. Act No. 2706
b. Commonwealth Act. No. 1 e. none of these
c. Commonwealth Act No. 578

95. This law prescribed the inclusion in the curricula of all schools, both public and private, from elementary schools to the
universities the life, works and writings of Jose Rizal especially to the Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo.
a. Republic Act No. 1256 as amended by R.A. No. 8491 d. Republic Act No. 1425
b. Republic Act No. 1124 as repealed by R.A. No. 7722 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 6728 as amended by R.A. 8545

96. This law provided for the granting of civil service eligibility to all government employees who are holding provisional or
temporary status who have rendered a total of at least seven (7) years of efficient and dedicated service.
a. Republic Act No. 4670 d. Republic Act No. 7722
b. Republic Act. 7323 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 6850

97. This law grants civil service eligibility to all honor graduates (i.e. summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laude) of four year
or longer courses from schools, colleges and universities of good standing starting school year 1972-1973.
a. Republic Act No. 4670 d. CHED Order No. 59
b. Presidential Decree No. 907 e. none of these
c. Presidential Decree No. 1006
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98. This law provides in the appointment or assignment of teachers to public elementary or secondary schools, priority shall be
given to bonafide residents of the barangays, municipality or city or province where the school is located, provided that the
teacher possesses the minimum qualification for the position.
a. Republic Act No. 8190 d. Republic Act No. 7797
b. Republic Act no. 7624 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 7731

99. This law made the observance of the flag ceremony compulsory.
a. Republic Act No. 7079 d. Republic Act No. 3019
b. Republic Act No. 1265 e. none of these
c. Republic Act No. 9155

100.It is an act to strengthen the regulation and supervision of the practice of teaching in the Philippines and prescribing a
Licensure Examination for Teachers.
a. RA 7836 d. RA 9155
b. RA 9293 e. RA 7610
c. RA 7722

101.According to Republic Act No. 7836, this term refers to the profession concerned primarily with classroom instruction at the
elementary and secondary levels in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the Department of Education, Culture and
Sports, whether on part-time or full-time basis in the private or public schools.
a. Teachers d. Principals
b. Teaching e. Learning
c. Students

102.The scope of the board examination for teachers in the elementary level shall consist of, namely:
a. professional education and field of specialization d. general education only
b. general education and field of specialization e. none of these
c. general education and professional education

103.The scope of the board examination for teachers in the secondary level shall consist of, namely:
a. professional education and field of specialization
b. general education and field of specialization
c. general education and professional education
d. general education, professional education and field of specialization
e. none of these

104.A professional license signed by the chairman of the Commission and bearing the registration number and date of issuance
thereof and the month of expiry or renewability shall likewise be issued to every registrant who has paid the annual registration
fees for _____ consecutive years.
a. three years d. five years
b. four years e. six years
c. seven years

105.As provided in RA 9293, professional teachers who have not practiced their profession for the past five (5) years shall take at
least twelve (12) units of education courses, consisting of at least:
a. six (6) units of pedagogy and six (6) units of content courses
b. six (6) units of general education and six (6) professional education
c. six (6) units of professional education and six (6) units field specialization
d. twelve (12) units from any courses or subjects
e. none of these

106.Examinees who have failed the licensure examination for professional teachers, with a rating of not lower than five percentage
points from the passing general average rating, shall be eligible as _____ upon issuance by the Board of a two-year special
permit, renewable for a non-extendible period of two (2) years.
a. temporary teacher d. permanent/regular teacher
b. para-teacher e. none of these
c. substitute teacher

107.“Special parental authority and responsibility” over the minor child in Article 218 of the Family Code of the Philippines means –
a. authority shall apply to all authorized activities whether inside or outside the premises of the school, entity of
institution
b. authority shall apply to all activities whether inside or outside the premises of the school, entity of institution
c. authority shall apply only to activities inside the premises of the school, entity of institution
d. authority shall apply to all activities both in the lecture and laboratory classes
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e. none of these

108.When parental authority does terminate permanently?

a. upon the death of the parents d. all of these
b. upon the death of the child e. none of these
c. upon emancipation of the child

109.Pursuant to Art. 231 of the Family Code of the Philippines, parental authority may also be suspended if the parent or the
person exercising the following, except.
a. treats the child with excessive harshness or cruelty
b. gives the child corrupting orders, counselor example
c. compel the child to beg
d. subject the child or allows him to be subjected to acts of lasciviousness
e. deal the child with tender loving care

110.This Act refers to the Special Protection of Children Against Child Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination.
a. RA 7722 d. RA 7610
b. RA 9293 e. RA 8980
c. RA 7877

111.This is known as the “Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995”

a. RA 7722 d. RA 7610
b. RA 9293 e. RA 8980
c. RA 7877

112.In education or training environment, sexual harassment is committed ____.

a. against one who is under the care, custody or supervision of the offender
b. against one whose education, training, apprenticeship or tutorship is entrusted to the offender
c. when the sexual favor is made a condition to the giving of a passing grade, or the granting of honors and
scholarships, or the payment of a stipend, allowance or other benefits, privileges or considerations
d. when the sexual advances result in an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment for the result, trainee or
apprentice.
e. All of these

113.This Act is known as “Early Childhood Care and Development”

a. RA 7722 d. RA 7710
b. RA 9293 e. RA 8980
c. RA 7877

114.This is an Order renaming the Bureau of Non-Formal Education to Bureau of Alternative Learning System
a. Executive Order No. 653 d. Executive Order No. 123
b. Executive Order No. 365 e. Executive Order No. 456
c. Executive Order No. 356

115. With Republic Act 7836 the licensure exam for teachers is with:
a. Commission on Higher Education d. Civil Service Commission
b. Professional Regulation Commission e. none of these
c. Department of Education

116.This embodies the teacher’s duties and responsibilities as well as proper behavior in performing them.
a. Code of Ethics for Teachers d. Philippine Constitution of 1987
b. Magna Carta for Public School Teachers e. none of these
c. Bill of Rights

117.Dr. Melgo upholds his freedom to discuss topics within his field of expertise without fear of being persecuted. This is known
as:
a. Right to Suffrage d. Freedom of speech
b. Academic Freedom e. none of these
c. Right to grow professionally

118.Under no circumstances shall a teacher be prejudiced discriminatory against any learner, stays the Code of Ethics. When a
teacher prejudiced against any learner?
a. when the refuses a pupil with a slight physical disability in class
b. when he makes a farsighted pupil sit at the back
c. when he makes a nearsighted pupil sit in front
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d. when he considers multiple intelligence in the choice of his teaching strategies\

e. none of these

119.Who among the following is genuinely nationalistic? The citizen who ___.
a. works overseas for the education of his/her children
b. sings the National Anthem with all his/her heart
c. salutes the flag as it is raised during ceremony
d. uses his/her skill and capital to generate jobs in the countryside
e. none of these

120.Which is the most authentic proof of nationalism on the part of teacher?

a. winning the award “Most Outstanding Teacher”
b. utilizing every minute of the academic time for competent teaching
c. earning graduate degree for promotion
d. being a member in the National Organization for Professional Teachers

121.What statement is FALSE with reference to Section 1 and Section 2, Article XIV of the 1987 Constitution?
a. quality education is privilege in so far as all citizens are concerned
b. public education in the elementary is free and compulsory
c. scholarship grants, student loan programs, subsidies and other incentives to deserving students in both public and
private schools
d. non-formal, informal and indigenous learning, self-learning, independent, and out-of-school study programs are
encouraged.
e. All of these

122.Under the present Constitution, pupils’ attendance in religious instruction is public elementary and high schools shall be
allowed only if ___
a. the superintendent, supervisors and principals will issue an instruction compelling attendance
b. the parish priest or pastor shall authorize them in writing
c. when parents shall submit written authority allowing their children to attend religious instruction
d. when school children have become delinquents
e. when children made promise to behave properly

123.Miss Melgo is a BS Biology graduate and is intending to teach in a public high school. Based on Magna Carta for public
School Teachers, what she should do to qualify?
a. pursue a Master’s degree in Biology d. take at least 18 units in education
b. start teaching in a private school e. none of these
c. earn five-year experience as Biologist

124.What can be filed against a principal or teacher who is a paramour?

a. infidelity d. moral defamation
b. bigamy e. act of lasciviousness
c. immorality

125.During the Marcos era, national development goals were stated in Education Act of 1972, known as Presidential Decree ____.
a. No. 6-A d. No. 7-A
b. No. 8-A e. No. 9-A
c. No. 10-A

126.What statement is inconsistent with one of the provision of Republic Act No. 4670, otherwise known as the Magna Carta for
Public School Teachers?
a. teacher engaged in actual classroom instruction shall be required to render more than six hours actual classroom
teaching
b. no teacher shall be transferred without his consent
c. every teacher shall enjoy security of tenure
d. a teacher is entitled to a study leave not exceeding one school year

127.Which of the following is not a right of public school teachers?

a. freedom of expression d. stage a strike and protests
b. establishes and joins organizations e. academic freedom
c. intellectual property

128.Mr. Melgo, a public school teacher of Cantoratoy National High School plans to pursue Master’s studies. When he is entitled
to go on study leave?
a. if his principal approves his leave d. if there is a decrease in the enrollment
b. if he has rendered seven years of service e. none of these
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c. f a substitute teacher is available

129.Mr. Melgo, an ineligible teacher was given a probationary appointment in Cantoratoy National High School. When can he
avail of permanent status?
a. when there is a vacant permanent position d. after rendering at least 10 years of efficient service
b. after finishing MA in education e. none of these
c. once given the “Teacher of the Year” award

130. “The State shall ensure and protect academic freedom and shall promote its exercise and the observance for the continuing
intellectual growth, the advancement of learning and research, the development of responsible and effective leadership, the
education of high-level and middle-level professionals, and the enrichment of our historical and cultural heritage.” This is the
declaration of policy of ____.
a. CHED d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A
b. TESDA e CTU
c. Dep-Ed

131.“it is hereby declared that policy of the State to provide relevant, accessible, high quality and efficient technical education and
skills development in support of the development of high quality Filipino middle-level manpower responsive to and in
accordance with the Philippine development goals and priorities.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.
a. CHED d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A
b. TESDA e CTU
c. Dep-Ed

132.“It is hereby declared the policy of the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality basic education and to
make such education accessible to all by providing all Filipino children a free and compulsory education in elementary level
and free education in the high school level.” This is the declaration of policy of ____.
a. CHED d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A
b. TESDA e CTU
c. Dep-Ed

133.“it is hereby declared to be the policy of the government to ensure, within context of a free and democratic system maximum
contribution of the educational system to his attainment of the following national development goals.” This is the declaration of
policy of ____.
a. CHED d. Presidential Decree No. 6-A
b. TESDA e CTU
c. Dep-Ed

134.To fight illiteracy, the 1987 Constitution mandates that the state shall maintain a system of free education in elementary and
high school. Further it provides that ___.
a. elementary education should be compulsory for all children of school age
b. formal and nonformal education should be compulsory
c. elementary and high school education should be compulsory
d. education at all levels should be compulsory
e. none of these

135.According to the Constitution, the State is required to establish and maintain free public and compulsory education in the
____.
a. elementary level only d. elementary and secondary levels
b. secondary level e. none of these
c. secondary and tertiary levels

136.Section V, Article XIV of the 1986 Constitution provides that the State shall assign the highest budgetary priority to education
to ____
a. encourage teacher to conduct more researchers and studies on the arts and culture
b. ensure that all schools are provided with modern equipment and facilities
c. attack the best available talents through adequate remuneration
d. curtail the exodus of the teachers seeking employment abroad
e. none of these

137.The primary objective of bilingual education is to prepare the learners to be ____.

a. proficient in Filipino and eight major dialects d. proficient in both Filipino and English
b. globally competitive e. none of these
c. proficient in English and another foreign language

138.According to Magna Carta for Teachers, a teacher assigned to a school ten or more kilometers from the poblacion without
regular means of transportation to reach, is entitle to ___.
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a. a hardship allowance of 25 percent of the monthly salary as additional compensation

b. an additional compensation of 50 percent of the monthly salary
c. service credits of one day for every five days of service during the whole year
d. the privilege of teaching only four days a week
e. none of these

139.To strengthen teacher education the Teacher Education Council created under RA No. 7764 will choose a private or public
college engaged in pre-service, continuing, formal and non-formal education of teachers in strategic places in each region of
the country based on certain criteria. This will be called ____
a. Department of Teacher Education d. Commission on Teacher Education
b. Commission on Teacher Education e. Teacher Education Commission
c. Teacher Education Center of Excellence

140.Professionalization of teachers and teaching as promulgated in Presidential Decree No. 1006, defines teaching as profession
concerned with classroom institution ____.
a. by teachers on full-time basis
b. at the tertiary level in both public and private institutions
c. at the elementary and secondary levels in both public and private schools
d. by teachers of permanent status
e. none of these

141.The Educational Act of 1982 expressly granted institutions of higher learning the freedom to determine on academic grounds
that shall be admitted to study, who may teach and what shall be the subjects of study and research. This refers to ____.
a. academic freedom d. institutional freedom
b. constitutional freedom e. freedom park
c. Educational freedom
d. institutional freedom
e. freedom park

142.In the Preamble of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, which of the following teacher descriptions is included in the
Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers?
a. Persons of dignity and reputation d. passed the licensure exam for teachers
b. Duly licensed professional e. none of these
c. with satisfactory teaching performance

143.The 1987 Philippine Constitution states the following EXCEPT –

a. The National language of the Philippines is Filipino
b. The official language of the Philippines are Filipino and English
c. Filipino is the official language of the Tagalog speaking provinces
d. The government shall initiate and sustain the use of Filipino as medium of official communication and as a language
of instruction in the education system
e. None of these

144.As provided for in the Education Act of 1982, how are the institutions of learning encouraged to set higher standards of quality
over and above the minimum required for state recognition?
a. academic freedom d. voluntary accreditation
b. continuing professional education e. none of these
c. formal education

145.The Constitutional provision on language has the following aims EXCEPT –

a. to make the regional dialect as auxiliary media of instructions in regional schools
b. to maintain English as a second language
c. to make Filipino the sole medium of instruction
d. to make Filipino the national language and medium of instruction and official communication
e. none of these

146.The introduction of nonformal education in life with the Constitution provision on ___.
a. protection of teachers d. acceptance, affection and achievement
b. promoting the rights of all citizens e. affection, ability, attitudes
c. to make quality education accessible to all
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147.With regards to business, which does the Code of Ethics say about teachers?
a. a teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to debts, loans and other financial matters
b. no teacher shall be financially interested in any commercial venture involving textbooks and other school
commodities where he/she can exercise official influence
c. no teacher shall act as an agent of textbooks and other school commodities where he/she can exercise official
influence
d. a teacher may not engage in any kind of business
e. none of these

148.Which is ethical for a teacher to do in a situation where he/she falls in love with a student or when a student falls in love with
his/her teacher?
a. the teacher advises the student to discontinue with his/her studies
b. the teacher resigns from his/her teaching job
c. the teacher avoids that learner
d. the teacher exercises discretion to avoid scandal and gossip and preferential treatment of that learner
e. none of these

149.Miss Connie Cepeda is newly appointed teacher. The principal handed a copy of the Teacher’s Code of Ethics. Which could
have been the motive of the principal?
a. acquaint her with principles of moral behavior, conduct and relationship in the practice of profession
b. make her aware of the principles and rules prescribed under the authority of the state
c. familiarize her with the generally customs of right living in a society
d. provides her a set of rules and regulation to observe in school
e. none of these

150.This law grants the paternity leave of absence with full pay to male employee in both public and private sector for the first four
(4) deliveries of the legitimate spouses.
a. Republic Act No. 8047 d. Republic Act No. 8187
b. Republic Act No. 8190 e. Republic Act No. 4670
c. Republic Act No. 7687

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