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GENERAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

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GENERAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

1. The capitalized word in the sentence “He is the heaviest PLAYER on the team” is in
the sentence.

A. Indirect object C. Direct object


B. Objective complement D. Subjective complement

2. The underlined word in the sentence “My father is a history teacher” is a .

A. Proper Noun C. Concrete Noun


B. Collective Noun D. Abstract Noun

3. The underlined word in the sentence “As a volunteer, he joined the VACC, an organization
against corruption and crime” is in the sentence.

A. Indirect object C. Objective complement


B. Subjective complement D. Appositive

4. Fill in the correct preposition: “I thought the task was heavy for Samantha and .

A. Us C. Me
B. Her D. Myself

5. There aren’t for everybody attending the meetings.

A. Enough chairs C. Much chairs


B. Chairs enough D. Enough of chairs

6. The manager lives in the same street me.

A. Than C. Like
B. As D. Unlike

7. Read the following stanza and answer the item that follows.

Though nothing can bring back


The hour of splendor in the grass,
Of glory in the flower,
We will grieve not,
Rather find strength in what remains behind

The stanza is an example of .


A. Rhyme verse C. Free verse
B. Haiku D. Sonnet

8. How will you classify the word “Scram” when it is preferable to say “You may go now?”

A. Colloquialism C. Slang
B. Weak word D. Solecism
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9. Choose the word similar in meaning to the capitalized ESOTERIC documents.

A. Valuable C. Confidential
B. Important D. Official

10. Jojo is experiencing a sense of tedium that is the same as .

A. Disgust C. Specious
B. Ennui D. Urbane

11. Fill in the correct word” “I enjoy but I would not like it all my life.”

A. Painting :: doing C. To paint :: to do


B. To paint :: doing D. Painting :: to do

12. Which sentence is consistent in the use of indefinite pronouns?

A. Everyone is required to do your share in the development of his community.


B. Everyone is required to do its share for the development of his community.
C. Everyone is required to do our share in the development of their community.
D. Everyone is required to do his share in the development of his community.

13. Sequence the following for proper order of ideas in a sentence: 1) to change 2) significance
power 3) the nature of the world 4) man has acquired.

A. 3-2-1-4 C. 4-1-2-3
B. 2-4-1-3 D. 4-2-1-3

14. Tes was happy after she bought three .

A. Pieces of antique furnitures


B. Antique furnitures
C. Piece of antique furnitures
D. Pieces of antique furniture

15. Choose the word similar in meaning to the underline word: “An amorphous mass.”

A. Soft C. Solid
B. Shapeless D. Weightless

16. These two words lack correlation:

A. Forcible :: violent
B. Indict :: to write
C. Formally :: conventionally
D. Fictitious :: false
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17. These two words lack correlation:

A. Sensuous :: pertaining to the sense


B. Troupe :: company of actors
C. Species :: variety
D. Their :: in that place

18. These two words lack correlation:

A. Noted : disgraceful C. Later : afterward


B. Likely : probably D. Loose : unattached

19. These two words lack correlation:

A. Ensure : to make certain


B. Altar : table
C. Besides : in addition to
D. All ready : at this time

20. These two words lack correlation:

A. Dual :: twofold C. Formerly :: herefore


B. Cite :: position D. Ingenious :: clever

21. Which sentence uses the correct verb tense?

A. The students studies their lessons regularly.


B. The students does study their lessons regularly.
C. The students do studies their lessons regularly.
D. The students study their lessons regularly.

22. Anoangpinakamalapitsasalitangnasamalakingtitik? “LINANGAN ng Pilipinas?

A. Pamahalaan C. Unibersidad
B. Bigasan D. Batasan

23. Angkayarian ng salitasa “MALAKI-LAKI narinangiginanda ng


akingkatawansimulanangiwasankoangpagpupuyat” ay .

A. Maylapi C. Payak
B. Tambalan D. Inuulit

24. Alinsamgaakdasaibabaanghalimbawa ng pabula.

A. Si Malakas at Makisig
B. AngBunga ng Malunggay
C. AngPinagmulan ng Mangga
D. AngPagong at angMatsing
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25. Angkayarian ng salitasa “Hindi tayodapat MAGTAINGANG-KAWALI samgabilin ng


atingmagulang” ay .

A. Inuulit C. Tambalang di-ganap


B. Tambalangganap D. Maylapi

26. Saantas ng wika, anoangginamitsapangungusapna “Daratingnaangutolkobuhatsa Tokyo?”

A. Pormal C. Balbal
B. Kolokyal D. Lalawigan

27. Alingsalitaang HINDI katulad ng kahulugansapangkat ng sumusunodnasalita?

A. Gahaman C. Matakaw
B. Makasarili D. Mapagbigay

28. Sila ay katutubong nabahagi ng GuwardiyaSibilnadahilsatangkad at kaputian ay inakalang


“mas kastila pa kaysaKastilna.”

A. Ilokano C. Pampagenyo
B. Leytenyo D. Zamboangenyo

29. Punuinangtamangsagot: Gusto pumuntasatabing-ilogmamayamanghapon.

A. Ka C. Kung
B. Ko D. Kong

30. Punuinangtamangsagot: angarawngayonkaysakahapon.

A. Mainit-init C. Mainitan
B. Mainit D. Nainitan

31. Anoangkatangianni Padre Damasosapahaygniyang: AAko ay hinogsakaranasan.


Magdadalawangpu’ttatlongtaonnaakongkumakain ng kanin at saging.
Huwaynyoakonggamitan ng kunganu-anongmabulaklaknasalita?”

A. Marunong C. Maka-mahirap
B. Mapagmataas D. Matuwirin

32. Anongpagpapahalagaangipinamamalas ng mga whistle blowers tulad ng sa PDAP scam


naginamitangpondo ng bayan para sa NGOs nasiyangdaluyan ng
pangngulimbatnamalawakan?

A. Pagbabahaginan C. Pagsisika
B. Pagkakaisa D. Pananagutan
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33. Ang ay itinuringniDonyaTeodoranabagay ng pinakamahalaagngmatutunannina


Jose Rizal noon pa mangito ay bata pa.

A. Paniniwalasadiyos
B. Pagbasa ng mgaaklat
C. Pagsulat ng mgasalaysayin
D. Pagmamahalsamagulang at kapatid

34. Piliin angpinakamalapitangibigsabihinsasalitangnasamalakingtitik: PAGBABANLAW ng


pinggan.

A. Paglilinis C. Pag-aayos
B. Pagpupunas D. Paghuhugas

35. Punuinangtamangsagot: Kumalat angbalitasakabilangbayantungkolsakasalninyoni


Ronald.

A. Ding C. Rin
B. Ring D. Din

36. Isaayosangmgasalitabuhatsapinaka-mahinahanggangsapinaka-malakasnaintensidad:

I. Humagulgol II. Lumuha III. Tumangis IV. Humihikbi

A. III, IV, I and II C. II, I, III and IV


B. II, III, IV and I D. IV, III, II and I

46. Tukuyinangkahulugan ng tayutay o idioma: “MISTULANG DILUBYO


angpagsuboknadumatingsapamilya.”

A. Paglaganap ng matindingsakit
B. Parangmalakingtaggutom
C. Tilamalakas ng bagyo
D. Mabigatnapalaisipan

47. Tulad ng katiwalianniKapitan Tiago saNoli Me Tangere,


anongkatiwalianngayonangnagaganapkatulad ng paggastos ng pera ng bayan para
sasarilingkapakanan?

A. Panunuhol C. Paninikil
B. Paglustay D. Nepotismo

48. Piliin angtamangkahulugan ng simbolo ng mitra ng Obispo.

A. Kapangyarihan C. Karunungan
B. Kayamanan D. Kabanalan

49. The largest common factor of two or more numbers is called?

A. Prime factor C. Greatest common factor


B. Least common factor D. Prime common factor
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50. If the side of a square are increased by 4 cm, the area is increased by 40 cm square. The
length of a side of the original square is .

A. 4 cm C. 1 cm
B. 2 cm D. 3 cm

51. If the sum of the first two of the five consecutive odd integers is 52, what is the sum of the
last two integers?

A. 61 C. 64
B. 57 D. 59

52. If the ratio of x to y is 11.3, then what is the ratio of 3x to 2y?

A. 2 : 22 C. 11 : 2
B. 2 : 3 D. 3 : 2

53. If each side of a square is increased by x units then its perimeter is increased by how many
units?

A. 2x C. 3x
B. 4x D. x

54. The sum of three consecutive integers is 123. What are the integers?

A. 39, 40, 41 C. 41, 43, 45


B. 42, 44, 46 D. 40, 41, 42

55. Which of the following values of x will make the sequence 3x, 4x + 2, 7x – 1 a geometric
sequence?

A. 18 C. 4
B. 9 D. 20

56. Factorize: 2xy + 7x – 15

A. (x + 5) (2x – 3) C. (2x – 5) (x + 3)
B. (x – 5) (2x + 3) D. (2x +5) (x – 3)

57. Which of the following is NOT a multiple of 11?

A. 1111 C. 759
B. 451 D. 221

58. Mr. Santos ordered merchandise listed at ₱15,000.00 the invoice received showed the net
price of ₱12,750.00. Find the discount rate.

A. 22% C. 20%
B. 15% D. 18%
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59. What is the amplitude of y = 4 sin 3x?

A. 4 C. 1/4
B. 1/3 D. 3

60. Belinda is twice as old as Katie two years ago. The difference of their present age is 7. Find
the age of Belinda now.

A. 14 C. 18
B. 16 D. 9

61. Mr. Generoso invested Ph 1,000,000, part at 9% and the rest at 7%. He made Ph 86,000 in
all his investments. How much did he invest at 9%?

A. Ph 800,000 C. Ph 600,000
B. Ph 200,000 D. Ph 4,000,000

62. If the ratio of x to y is 11 : 3, then what is the ratio of 3x to 2y?

A. 2 : 3 C. 2 : 11
B. 11 : 2 D. 3 : 2

63. How much was borrowed if the interest at 8% after 3 months is ₱6,000.00?

A. ₱250,000.00 C. ₱300,000.00
B. ₱150,000.00 D. ₱200,000.00

64. Mimi and Precy spent their vacation working as a service crew in one of the fastfood
restaurants in the city. If their earning were in the ratio of 7: 8 respectively, how much did
Mimi earn when Precy earned Php 6,400?

A. Php 5,600 C. Php 5,800


B. Php 6,000 D. Php 6,200

65. One side of a cube is 3 cm. find the ratio of its volume with another cube whose side is 5 cm.

A. 3 : 5 C. 3 : 8
B. 27 : 125 D. 9 : 25

66. Ann will be F years old X years from now. How old is she now?

A. F – X C. X
B. X – F D. F

67. If the measures of the sides of a regular polygon are integers and its perimeter is 78, the
polygon is a .

A. Hexagon C. Pentagon
B. Octagon D. Square
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68. At a Math Tutoring Center, 30% of the students taking Algebra also take Trigonometry and
50% of those taking Trigonometry also take Algebra. If 36 students take both subjects, how
many students take only one of the two?

A. 156 C. 120
B. 72 D. 108

69. What scientific study provides understanding the biosphere in order to help ensure the
survival of humans?

A. Social science C. Chemistry


B. Biology D. Zoology

70. All the populations of different kinds of organisms living in the same place is known as
.

A. Ecosystem C. Niche
B. Habitat D. Community

71. How do scientists generally speculate on how the dinosaurs became extinct?

A. Sudden change by meteoric impact


B. Impact of solar waves
C. Advent of the ice age
D. Loss of oxygen

72. The role of biology contributes to community health through these means EXCEPT .

A. Food handling C. Hospital administration


B. Water treatment D. Garbage disposal

73. Among areas of study in Biology, studies the physical structure of humans and other
animals.

A. Anatomy C. Ethology
B. Taxonomy D. Cytology

74. A group of organisms similar to one another that can interbreed is known to scientists as
.

A. Molecules C. Genus
B. Organic cluster D. Species

75. What is the molecule that allows plants to capture energy from sunlight?

A. Chlorophyll C. ATP
B. Carbohydrates D. Oxygen
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76. Because the production of fossil fuel, petroleum and coal, will run out in the future, these are
called sources of energy.

A. Renewable C. Non-renewable
B. Traditional D. Conservative

77. Which organism is an example of a fungus?

A. Yeast C. Entamoeba
B. Euglenoids D. Algae

78. Humans reproduce when an ovum is combined with a sperm leading to the development of
an embryo. This form of reproduction is called .

A. Fertilization C. Budding
B. Binary fission D. Asexual reproduction

79. Scientists are always ready to change or reject a hypothesis because scientists do not
consider their ideas to be facts.

A. Tentative C. Absolute
B. Relative D. Transitional

80. Chemists use chemical to express chemical reactions.

A. Mixtures C. Equations
B. Synthesis D. Formulas

81. On levels of organization, the simplest parts of the of a living system are made by atoms and
molecules at the .

A. Organ level C. Molecular level


B. Cellular level D. Tissue level

82. Living things grow and develop, growth determined by .

A. Weight C. Width
B. Size D. Volume

83. Choose which is NOT one of the characteristics of matter.

A. Mass C. Shape
B. Exture D. Size

84. Of physical properties of matter, which is the amount of matter in an object, e.g. 144 g. of a
baseball

A. Mass C. Density
B. Volume D. Physical state
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85. All organisms are composed of .

A. Substance C. Water
B. Cells D. Proteins

86. As tools of Biology what microscope is used to magnify images up to 1500 times?

A. Scanning microscopes
B. Transmission electron microscopes
C. Electron microscopes
D. Light microscopes

87. One of the following is NOT one of the functions of the bones.

A. Production of blood corpuscles


B. Secretion of hormones for calcium regulation
C. Protection of vial organs
D. Place for muscle attachment

88. On levels of organization, the econosystem includes the community or organisms in an area,
as well as the nonliving factors of the environment at the .

A. Community level C. Organ system level


B. Ecosystem level D. Population level

89. What was the beautiful egalitarian concept in Christianity that was introduced but remained
unfulfilled due to racial supremacy shown by Spaniards over the natives in the islands the
Christianized?

A. Divinity of Christ
B. Brotherhood under one God
C. Communion of saints
D. Motherhood of God by Mary

90. The Naic Revolutionary Assembly was convened by on April 1897 creating the first
Cabinet of the revolutionary government.

A. Baldomero Aguinaldo C. ApolinarioMabini


B. Emilio Aguinaldo D. Andres Bonifacio

91. What is the equivalent today of the Cedula Personal during the Philippine Hispanic era?

A. Residence Certificate
B. Identification Card
C. Barangay clearance
D. Community Tax Certificate
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92. Among areas of study, is the scientific study of the body’s defenses against disease
and foreign substances.

A. Immunology C. Physiology
B. Cytology D. Ethnology

93. What was the vision of the Kalayaan, the newspaper of the Katipunan?

A. Sovereign rights C. Colonial rights


B. Civic rights D. Human rights

94. In regulating science, what is the traditional way taken when qualified scientists evaluate the
work of other scientists?

A. Peer review C. Journal publication


B. Collegial studies D. Competitive inquiry

95. Among areas of study, is the scientific study of animal behavior.

A. Immunology C. Ethnology
B. Zoology D. Physiology

96. Who was the governor-general who established the Tobacco Monopoly?

A. Jose Blanco C. Basilio Agustin


B. Francisco Razon D. Rafael Izquierdo

97. Among flags, banners, and symbols provided for by the Flag Law passed by the Philippine
Commission of the American Colonial Period in the Philippines, which was prohibited from
display under the Law?

A. School banners C. Philippine flag


B. American flag D. Religious symbols

98. What is the dramatized version of the Pasyon that became popular in many places, such as
Aklan?

A. Moro-moro C. Cenakulo
B. Duplo D. Pasyon de Amor

99. Who was the ruthless governor general of the Philippines who aroused the anger of Filipinos
for executing the innocent priest Gomez, Burgos and Zamora?

A. Jose Malcampo C. Rafael de Izquierdo


B. Fernando Primo de Rivera D. ValerianoWeyler
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100. During what invasion of Spain did the Hispanic government grant her overseas colonies
including the Philippines representation in the Spanish Cortez or parliament?

A. Napoleonic invasion
B. English invasion
C. Portugeese invasion
D. Sinibaldo de Mas government

101. What was the vision of La Liga Filipina which reflected the mission of Dr. Jose Rizal’s
patriotic advocacy?

A. Civil rights of native Filipinos


B. Human rights under International laws
C. Representation in the Spanish Cortez
D. Freedom from the shadow rule of friars

102. These are among the pure social sciences, but NOT to include .

A. Philosophy C. Economics
B. Anthropology D. Sociology

103. Among the social sciences which is mainly interested in a wide range of behavioral
processes such as learning, human and personality development, perception, emotion,
cognition, motivation, creativity and personality disorders?

A. Psychology C. Medicine
B. Behaviorism D. Health and hygiene

104. After signing the Biac-na-Bato peace agreement, Aguinaldo was exiled in Hong Kong but
maintained the revolutionary government and created composed by a “Supreme
council of the Nation.”

A. Junta de Filipinas
B. Philippine Junta
C. Hong Kong Junta
D. Philippine Republic Junta

105. Among the Social sciences, which is concerned with human activities related to the
production, consumption and distribution of goods, services and wealth within societies?

A. Business C. Economics
B. Commerce D. Entrepreneurship

106. Friars during the colonial Hispanic era was a faced of civil government exercising
awesome powers and duties that made them able to send patriotic Filipinos to jail or be
exiled as a filibuster which means .

A. Bandit C. Traitor
B. Anarchist D. Heretic
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107. When does Sociology perform its most important function?

A. When we formulate theories about our society


B. When factual information is gathered about our society
C. When we replace superstitions and misinformation with accurate knowledge about our
society
D. When we differentiate between the traditional and conventional about our society

108. During Rizal’s days, some agricultural region/lands prospered because they were
cultivated entirely by natives and not under religious corporations comprised by the
following but NOT to include .

A. Taal C. Bauan
B. Balayan D. Lipa

109. Starting 1811 Spain started to lose her position as the “mistress of the world” losing her
rich colonies in Latin America. The following were the three colonies that she continued to
rule with despotism EXCEPT .

A. Nicaragua C. Philippines
B. Puerto Rico D. Cuba

110. There were many bad friars during the Hispanic Period but this does NOT include good
friars such as .

A. Fray Antonio Piemavieja


B. Bishop Domingo de Salazar
C. Fray jose Rodriquez
D. Fray Miguel Lucio Bustamante

111. Among the social sciences, which is concerned with political processes, power struggle,
and governments, voting pattern changes, and the nature of voters?

A. Management C. Economics
B. Political science D. Public administration

112. For his greatness, Dr. Jose Rizal can thank his mother for the following ennobling
influences but NOT to include which he learned from his father.

A. His passion for arts and literature


B. His religious nature
C. His habit of independent thinking
D. His spirit of sacrifice

113. What is started in the relationship: As the price increases, supply increases and; if the
price decreases, supply also decreases while other things remain constant?

A. Law of Supply
B. Law of Demand
C. Law of diminishing Returns
D. Law of Consumption
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114. For August Compte, which is the “queen of the sciences’ among existing science during
his days in the 19th century?

A. Sociology C. History
B. Anthropology D. Social Physics

115. Who among the following presidents encouraged the Huks to surrender to the government
by implementing the Economic Development Corp’s settlement for surrenderees in Isabela
and Mindanao?

A. Ramon Magsaysay C. ElpidioQuirino


B. Ferdinand Marcos D. Manuel Roxas

116. Three kinds of plays become popular during the Hispanic era which does not include
.

A. Zarzuela C. Bodavil
B. Moro-Moro D. Senaculo

117. Filipino participation was introduce in the American civil government in the Philippines first
with the appointment of as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, as the first
Filipino in that exalted office.

A. Benito Legarda Sr.


B. Gregorio Araneta
C. Cayetano Arellano
D. Dr. T.H. Parde de Tavera

118. Because his parents believed in the Maxim “Spare the rod and spoil the child,” Rizal was
given a sound for his early mischief as a boy in Calamba.

A. Slapping C. Reprimand
B. Counsel D. Spanking

119. The greatest political writer of the Philippine Revolutionary and Republican period who
writing included the Constitutional program of the Philippine Republic was .

A. Marcelo H. delPilar C. Fernando Ma. Guerrero


B. Emilio Jacinto D. ApolinarioMabini

120. What event allowed the Philippines to have better access to the world market?

A. Opening of the Suez Canal


B. Rise of the middle class
C. Onset of liberal ideas
D. Opening of banks such as Monte de Piedad
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121. In religious cultural diversity, which of the following comprise a major or mainstream cultre,
rather than a sub-culture?

A. Iglesiani Cristo C. El Shaddai


B. Roman Catholicism D. Jesus is Lord Movement

122. The last Filipino General to surrender to the Americans was , who surrendered nine
days after General Miguel Malvar’s surrender.

A. General Nicolas Capistrano


B. General Nicolas Gonzales
C. General Simeon Ola
D. General Alvarez Vicente

123. While credit cards can boost consumer buying, what is the danger to consumers?

A. Debt with high interest payments


B. Materialistic attitude to buying
C. Proliferation of plastic money
D. Surge in estafa cases

124. What can nationalization of banks do for the economy?

A. Improve security of deposits


B. Finance industries
C. Consolidate the economy
D. Improve credit facilities

125. Of the following, who was the first Filipinos who led a revolt against the Spanish rule?

A. Rajah Humabon C. Rajah Lakandula


B. DatuPuti D. Datu Pule

126. From a military government, the United States set up a over pacified provinces
with William H. Taft as .

A. Civil government :: civil governor


B. Commonwealth : president
C. Republic : president
D. Administrative province : administrator

127. The liberal Spanish monarch Charles III ordered in 1766 the opening of direct trade
between Manila and in order to relive Philippine commercial dependence on
Acapulco, Mexico.

A. Seville C. Cadiz
B. Madrid D. Barcelona
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128.What was the main difficulty for preserving the writings of early Filipinos prior to the
Hispanic period?

A. Illiteracy among natives


B. Great variety of dialects
C. Bamboo and barks as writing materials
D. Prevalence of oral communication

129. What principle is behind the power of the Legislative to impeach the President for loss of
public trust?

A. Check-and-balance C. Empowering the people


B. Fiscal restraint D. Participate governance

130. The Basi Revolt (1907) in Ilocos was caused by Spanish prohibition of the basi which was
a popular Ilocano .

A. Dance C. Song
B. Wine D. Tobacco

131.Among the recommendations of Sinibaldo de Mas, Spanish economist and diplomat


(1842) to Queen Regent Maria Cristina was to encourage immigration to the
Philippines in order to stimulate agriculture.

A. Chinese C. Spanish
B. Dutch D. English

132. Spain improved the diet of the people introducing news food plants (wheat, corn, white
potatoes, cacao, coffee, etc.) and for the first time Filipinos learned to eat .

A. Potato fries C. Bread


B. Corn flakes D. Rice

133. Due to underdevelopment and financial worries every year, King Philip III in 1606 ordered
the real situado, which was a financial .

A. Trade C. Subsidy
B. Loan D. Shares

134. From the Athenian motto that “man is the measure of all things,” what were Greek artists
primarily concerned about in their art?

A. Buildings and palaces C. Animal form


B. Human form D. Nature

135. During Hispanic days up until late in the 18th century, Filipino women who had no intention
to marry or who were unfortunate in their romances usually enter the .

A. Public service C. Nunnery


B. Civil societies D. Professions
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136. In ancient Greece, for ornamentation what painting was mainly used?

A. Idols in shrines C. Pottery


B. Wall mural D. Temple colonnades

137. There were three outstanding events during Governor Jose Basco’s administration but this
is NOT one of them.

A. Opening of the Manila-Acapulco trade


B. Establishment of the Tobacco Monopoly
C. Founding of the Economic Society of Friends
D. Creation of the Royal Company of the Philippines

138. Parochial schools during the Hispanic colonial period in the Philippines taught various
subjects but MOST especially .

A. Catholic doctrine
B. Various arts and trades
C. Music
D. Three r’s Reading, writing and arithmetic

139. Where can you find the Philippine philosophy of education that controls and shapes all the
work in schools and other educational institutions?

A. Code of ethics for Teachers


B. Philippine Constitution
C. Criminal Code of the Philippines
D. Civil code of the Philippines

140. What is NOT required for determining gross national product of GNP?

A. Purchase of goods by government


B. Per capital income of citizens
C. Net foreign investments
D. Private investments

141.What philosophical principle is observed by Hispanic priests in early colonial days in the
Philippines when they used the whip in order to inculcate learning of religion and discipline
in their church schools?

A. Essentialist C. Progressivist
B. Gestalt D. Behaviorist

142. In Noli me Tangere, Dr. Jose Rizal extolled these womanly qualities of Maria Clara but
NOT to include her .

A. Emancipation C. Modesty
B. Charm D. Piety
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143.Writer of the first Filipino novel Ninay (1885) was .

A. Dr. Jose Rizal C. Dr. Pedro A. Paterno


B. Isabelo de los Reyes D. Cecilio Apostol

144. Among computer people, the catalog the processed disks and tapes and keep them
secure.

A. Librarians
B. Chief information officer
C. Network manager
D. Data entry operators

145. Which is NOT a professional computer job?

A. Data encoder C. Systems analyst


B. Computer user D. Programmer

146. The unit that transforms data into information is the .

A. Disk drive C. Bar code reader


B. Wand reader D. CPU

147. Computers reduce cost of labor, energy and paper work contributing to .

A. Decision-making C. Cost reduction


B. Productivity D. Speed

148. Which is the most basic kind of computer for processing and accessing data at very high
speeds?

A. Mainframe computers C. Minicomputers


B. Pen-based computers D. Laptop computers

149. Computers are used in simulations for such as for student pilots in mock-up
cock-pits, novice engineers running a train with computerized device, etc.

A. Role play games C. Training


B. Technology D. Education

150. Computer scanners in supermarkets reading product bar codes is an aspect of computer
.

A. Paperwork C. Graphics
B. Retailing D. Productivity
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which is the language medium of instruction from k-to-3 in accordance with RA 10533 or the
Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013?

A. Language chosen by parents C. English as official language


B. Mother tongue of the learners D. Language chosen by the school

2. What is the best description to the teaching profession?

A. It is the most populous labor sector C. It is the most lucrative profession


B. It is the noblest profession D. It requires less preparation

3. After the 1987 constitution, the first legal basis to make teaching as a profession and
teachers as professionals is .

A. Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers C. RA 7640


B. RA 7836 D. PD 1006

4. What is the general quality lacking in a teacher who is moody, a loner, easily giving up with
poor interpersonal relationship?

A. Cooperativeness C. Fairness
B. Buoyancy D. Reliability

5. Under RA 10912 or the Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016 now many CPD
units are required for the renewal of the teacher’s professional ID card (PIC) every three
years?

A. 36 C. 45
B. 30 D. 40

6. These are universal moral values EXCEPT .

A. Integrity C. Justice
B. Democracy D. Love

7. In her desire to finish the content of the curriculum guide/plan teacher Yvonne just lectures
while students listen. Which principle of learning is violated in this case?

A. Learning is collaborative and cooperative


B. Learning is an active process
C. Learning is the discovery of personal meaning of ideas
D. Learning begins with setting of clear expectations and learning outcomes

8. The skill of to maintain distinctions between cognitive structures to avoid


confusion is a skill the teacher should understand and help students to acquire.

A. Comparative analysis C. Sharpening


B. Focus D. Complex cognitive ability
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

9. Teacher Joseph shows the hallmark of an excellent teacher by being able to make “out-of-
the-box” positive changes in the curriculum. As a curricularist, he is an .

A. Innovator C. Evaluator
B. Implementer D. Initiator

10. These are sectarian values EXCEPT .

A. Islamic truth C. Buddhist peace


B. Christian charity D. Social justice

11. Which indicator is relevant to the physical-social aspect that the teacher needs to maintain
within the domain of Social Regard for Learning?

A. Shows appropriate appearance C. Adopts various learning experiences


B. Observes punctuality D. Sets higher learning expectations

12. What characteristics are significant to the formulation of the teacher’s professional
development plan?
I. Participative planning
II. Constructive planning
III. Innovative planning
IV. Routine planning

A. II, III and IV C. I, II and IV


B. I, II and III D. I, III and IV

13. What principle of learning is the basis for asking students to see the connection of the lesson
to their personal experiences that may be shared with others?

A. Discovery of personal meaning of ideas C. Active learning process


B. Cooperative and collaborative learning D. Clear expectations and outcomes

14. Among schools, which best exemplify academic collaboration?

A. School district zones C. School ranking


B. Consortium D. Academic competition

15. You are required to formulate your own philosophy of education in the course the teaching
Profession. Based on Bloom’s revised taxonomy, in which level of cognitive processing are
you?

A. Applying C. Analyzing
B. Creating D. Evaluating

16. What kind of a curriculum contributes to a learner-centered learning environment?

A. Indigenized C. Competitive
B. Assessed and monitored D. Achievement oriented
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

17. Behaviorism is a philosophy that has been anchored on the theories that relate to .
I. Trial-and –error
II. Stimulus and response
III. Brain and thinking

A. II only C. I only
B. I and II D. I, II and III

18. In schools dominated by children of Indigenous Peoples or IPs, what is the focus of learning
that can instill pride for the elements of the young learner’s culture?

A. History of indigenous peoples C. Basic idea of what is culture


B. Positive elements of culture D. Concerns of ethnic communities

19. What practices help develop interpersonal sensitivity?


I. Communicating with stakeholders
II. Review of institutional content
III. Openness to positive criticism
IV. Objective analysis of common concerns

A. I and II only C. I, II and IV


B. I, II and III D. I, III and IV

20. In selecting a code of conduct, what would the behaviorist teacher prefer to impart on
learners?

A. One based on science C. One drawn from history


B. One exemplified by great men/women D. One taught by religion

21. Which of the following is NOT true as regards the relationship between social class and
social selection process among high school graduates entering college?

A. Higher and lower social class students have equal opportunity for college
B. Higher grade graduates are usually admitted in better college schools
C. More of higher social class students enter college
D. Lower social class students always make it to college through strong determination

22. For meaningful teaching and learning, it is best to connect the lesson to the life of students
by integrating a relevant in the lesson. Which principle is applied?

A. Share lesson objectives/outcomes with students


B. Write SMART lesson objectives
C. Lesson objectives/outcomes integrated with 2 or 3 domain-cognitive, skills and affective
learning
D. Begin with the goal/objective in mind
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

23. What needs to be eliminated so that schools can be transformed into a Learning
Community?

A. Collective inquiry for best practices


B. Community for continuing improvement
C. Centralized governance
D. Shared vision-mission-values
24. Teacher Ivy avoids drills out of context. She gives real-world math problems for students drill
on. Teacher Ivy is very much convinced of which principle of learning?

A. Learning is a cooperative and collaborative process


B. Learning is the discovery of personal meaning of ideas
C. Learning is an active process
D. Effective learning begins with setting of clear expectations and learning outcomes

25. Teacher Padua told students that they must at the end of the lesson identify the topic
sentence and supporting sentences in the paragraph. He drilled the class on subject-verb
agreement to ensure writing of a good paragraph and then gave them a ten-sentence
paragraph for determining subject-verb agreement. Did Teacher Padua use the lesson
objective/learning outcome as a guide in the development of the lesson?

A. Yes. Intended outcome conforms to the drills.


B. No. intended outcome was different from drills.
C. A little because subject-verb agreement if a must in paragraph writing.
D. Very much because the ten-sentences drill is effective for paragraph writing.

26. Teacher Ara asks her students to see the connection of their new lesson to their own
personal experiences and share the same with the class. Teacher Ara believes in which
principle of learning?

A. Learning is a cooperative and collaborative process.


B. Learning is the discovery of personal meaning of ideas.
C. Learning is an active process.
D. Effective learning begins with setting of clear expectations and learning outcomes.

27. What is a concrete proof that a teacher as a public servant and/-or official has violated –
RA 6713’s mandate to demonstrate “modest lives appropriate to their positions and income?”

A. Extravagant and ostentatious wealth


B. Peddling undue patronage
C. Inefficient use of public funds
D. Political party affiliation and preference

28. How can the multi-grade system be set in place in order to respond to the needs of the
remote elementary schools where enrollment is low?

A. Upgrade students to higher levels


B. Mainstream special with regular students
C. Assign teachers to specific grade levels
D. Combine 2 – 3 grade levels
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

29. How do you describe the effect of escalating situations of uncontrolled misbehavior in a
classroom?

A. Ripple effect C. Mushroom effect


B. Rainbow effect D. Step-up effect

30. Which best describes self-directed learning?

A. Students take and pass all tests and quizzes


B. Student discovers answers to problems
C. Teacher delivers learning inputs
D. Peers assist each other in recall of knowledge

31. What learning style is characterized by doing things that have immediate practical use for the
learner?

A. Intuitive feeling C. Sensing-feeling


B. Intuitive-thinking D. Sensing-thinking

32. How is the ripple effect illustrated in the class of Teacher Elena?

A. Misbehavior escalates in the classroom


B. Discipline takes more than teaching
C. Learning is transmitted row-by-row
D. Teacher exhaustion grows during class

33. The AV/Technology resource center regularly provides the teachers a list of websites, apps
and institutional materials available in the city. This fulfills which function of the center?

A. Recreational reading center C. Link to community resources


B. Laboratory of learning D. Center of resources

34. What criteria is achieved by a bulletin board display that has repeated shapes or colors, also
using borders to hold the display together?

A. Balance C. Durability
B. Correctness D. Unity

35. Which is the highest level in the revised Bloom and Anderson’s taxonomy?

A. Evaluation of answers C. Scoring rubric for a research report


B. Application of principle in real life D. analysis of causes of a phenomenon

36. What is being employed when the teacher advises, coaches, inspires, motivates, reminds,
urges and inspires?

A. Multiple response C. Clarification


B. Prompting D. Concept revision
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

37. Teacher Bessy avoids out-of-context drills. Instead she makes use of real-world problem for
his students to solve. This makes teaches Bessy in approach.

A. Inquiry-based C. Developmentally appropriate


B. Constructivist D. Reflective

38. What type of test items requires students to blend, coalesce, combine, fuse or integrate
ideas or concepts?

A. Application C. Synthesis
B. Evaluation D. Analysis

39. What is Daniel Coleman’s term for interpersonal effectiveness?

A. PR index C. Superior IQ
B. XY Theory D. Emotional Quotient or EQ

40. When does Teacher Rosal apply pedagogical knowledge in planning technology integration
in her science lesson?

A. Researches on plasma as another state of matter in her lesson.


B. Looks at characteristics and interest of learners for choice of matching activities.
C. Learns to scan pictures to include in her presentation.
D. Studies how to attach video to her av presentation

41. What is the main guide for teachers to follow on the manner of their dressing in school?

A. Dress code C. Dress fads


B. Dress trends D. Dress tradition

42. What technology integration is achieved by teacher Nina who encourages adaptation of tool-
based software by allowing students to choose a tool and modify its use to accomplish a task
at hand?
A. Adoption C. Infusion
B. Transformation D. Adaptation

43. What is the best antidote that can anticipate unruly student scenarios in class?

A. Threats to unruly behavior C. Set punishments for misbehavior


B. Projection of teacher authority D. Spelled out rules on discipline

44. On the aspect of personal classroom management, which factor greatly affects the rate of
learning or the speed of absorption of knowledge among students?

A. Use of visual aids C. Manner of presentation of information


B. Voice delivery and clarity of the teacher D. Difficulty in lesson content
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

45. Which description matches the Mirror Principle of John Maxwell?

A. The first person we must examine is ourselves


B. The journey with others is slower than the journey alone
C. When we help others we help ourselves
D. Trust is the foundation of any relationship

46. What two indicators promote purposive learning among students?


I. General knowledge of teaching methods
II. Recognition of specific learning needs
III. Cultivation of good study habits
IV. Tutorial on learning principles

A. III and IV C. II and III


B. I and III D. I and II

47. How is “truancy” best understood so that appropriate responses can be made to prevent?

A. Absences due to family problems C. Absences with permission


B. Absences without good reason D. Absences due to sickness

48. MWhat type of learners learns better than others, particularly during class lectures,
discussions and other forms of oral communication discourse?

A. Tactile learners C. Visual learners


B. Auditory D. Kinesthetic learners

49. What comprises the spiral approach in teaching Math in the K to 12 curriculums?

A. Teach Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry in Grade 7, 8 and 10 respectively


B. Give autonomy to schools in choice of Math subjects
C. Teach Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry only to higher grades
D. Progressively teach Math concepts from Grade 1 and continued to Grade 10

50. Which of the following is the best question to ask in order to create a lesson on water
conservation to the lives of students?

A. In what ways do people add to water wastage?


B. In sum which communities observed water conservation?
C. What is therefore the meaning of water conservation?
D. How can you help conserve water?

51. What do global learners enjoy most?

A. Generalizations from details C. Word and situational puzzles


B. Specific designing D. Short-term planning
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

52. What technology integration is achieved by teacher Nero who creates a rich learning
environment in which students regularly engage in activities that would have been impossible
to achieve without technology, e.g. their own powerpoint presentation lessons?

A. Infusion C. Adoption
B. Transformation D. Adaptation

53. What questioning method did Teacher Zita apply when showed a graph and asked: “With
what data is the graph concerned?”, rather than “What do you see in the graph?”

A. Evaluative C. Convergent
B. Generalized D. Probing

54. What kind of class management is applied in the case of Teacher Leni who attends to every
situation as it comes, hoping to meet it as it comes without much foresight and preparation?

A. Proactive C. Heading-on
B. Reinforcing D. Reactive

55. PE teacher John wants students to learn the rules in basketball in a practical way. What kind
of simple, inexpensive method can he use to achieve the outcome of student knowing and
applying rules in the game?

A. Lecture-demonstrate-simulate
B. Use successful athletes as resource persons
C. Lecture using video
D. Play and be skillful in the game

56. What criterion is the focus of teacher Ladie who makes sure factual pieces of information
from a website in Literature are well documented, pictures and diagrams are properly
labeled?

A. Accuracy C. Clarity
B. Appropriateness D. Motivation

57. In what way does cooperative learning through bonding and sharing be less relevant and
less effective?
A. Competing C. Exploring
B. Constructing D. Discovering

58. When you begin teaching with the generalization then bring in details, which method do you
employ?

A. It depends on your type of generalization C. Inductive


B. It depends on quantity of details you bring in D. Deductive

59. Which practice is an off shoot of the principle that a non-threatening atmosphere enhances
learning?

A. No scolding C. No homework
B. No praising D. No bullying
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

60. For visual-spatial learners, which tool can be applied for effective learning?
A. Recording C. Graphic organizer
B. Interview segment D. Puzzle

61. I wasn’t satisfied with student B’s yes as an answer and so I asked her to explain with. What
did I do?

A. Probing C. Rephrasing
B. Prompting D. Asking non-directed questions

62. For bodily-kinesthetic learners, which activities will appeal and be appreciated what assigned
to them?

A. Illustration of body parts and functions C. Display of sports equipment


B. Lecture on body movements D. Calisthenics

63. What is the aim of Teacher Luis when he introduced the difficult social problem of poverty of
disadvantage sectors using brainstorming rather than a lecture?

A. Generate ideas C. Involve discussants


B. Awaken awareness D. Solve the problem

64. Teacher Peter is a constructive teacher who allows his students to use technology tools build
understanding rather than simply information, particularly in primarily working alone using
technology. This level of technology integration is .

A. Infusion C. Entry
B. Transformation D. Adaptation

65. What can Teacher Go use to teach critical reading skills to her Grade 6 students from
newspaper content?

A. Features content C. Entertainment content


B. Editorial content D. News content

66. What is taught by mock-up election activities complete with discussion and selection of the
best candidates?

A. Election process C. Skills in discussion


B. Art of election campaigning D. Decision-making

67. How can Math concepts be learned and appreciated as lifelong learning by students?

A. Drills on numbers and calculations


B. Apply formulas to abstract calculations
C. Memory of axioms and principles
D. Apply concepts to concrete use
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

68. This is NOT among the big ideas about physical development of Preschoolers.

A. Toddling to walk
B. Significant change in physical growth
C. Acquisition of gross and fine motor skills
D. Artistic expression e.g. drawing

69. What is NOT the essential requirement for allowing non-college graduates to be hired teach
Senior High School?

A. Teach specialization C. Need of the school


B. Acknowledged expertise D. Completed voc-tech course

70. What should be the basic focus of modern day student-centered learning?

A. Long-term vision C. Proactive instruction


B. Technology-support D. Self-learning

71. On types of curriculum, which includes the course of study syllabi, modules, books and the
lesson plan?

A. Written curriculum C. Supported curriculum


B. Supported curriculum D. Hidden curriculum

72. In computer-based instruction, what program is used to encode texts and support these with
pictures, graphic forms and display styles?

A. Publishing C. Spreadsheets
B. Blog D. Word processing

73. On types of curriculum which comes from policies, standards and guidelines of government,
professional organization or international bodies such as UNESCO?

A. Supported curriculum C. Learned curriculum


B. Written curriculum D. Recommended curriculum

74. Which of the following factors can most effectively prevent any unruly scenario in a
classroom?

A. Rules C. Process
B. Routines D. Thrusts

75. Study shows that this is not among the appropriate practices for cognitive development
among Preschoolers?

A. 1 year old :: develop creative interest


B. 3 year old :: speak with them as often as possible
C. 4 year old :: say nursery rhymes
D. 5 year old :: add drama to reading sessions
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

76. Teacher Dona can be relied on in helping prepare the curriculum for the year, including
monthly and daily guides in implementing the curriculum. As a curricularist, she is a/an
.

A. Implementer C. Writer
B. Innovator D. Planner

77. What could be the content/topic when the teacher asked the learners to define curriculum
and complete a matrix on the differences between traditional and progressive curriculum?

A. Historical and philosophical foundations of curriculum


B. Meaning of the curriculum
C. Different elements that affect curriculum
D. Various curriculum perspective

78. The Philippine Association for Teacher and Educators (PAFTE) proposed a new curriculum
for teacher education to make graduates of teacher education more globally competitive.
This may be classified as .

A. Supported curriculum C. Recommended curriculum


B. Hidden curriculum D. Assessed curriculum

79. With School Base Management (SBM) in mind, which does NOT belong?

A. Stakeholders as partners
B. Central Office disconnect to schools for decentralization
C. Schools as primary units
D. Empowered principal

80. At the beginning of the school-year, what projects can best determine student-mastery of the
previous year’s subject matter prior to introducing new subject matter?

I. Journal
II. Submitted portfolio
III. Mock-up
IV. Realia

A. III and IV C. I and III


B. I and IV D. I and II

81. How can the student’s mastery of the subject matter be efficiently assessed?

I. Error analysis
II. Diagnostic test
III. Portfolio assessment
IV. Survey

A. III and IV C. II and III


B. I and IV D. I and II
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

82. SBM succeeds along the paradigm shift not simply of a strategy but as .

A. Systems thinking and orientation C. a form of tokenism


B. An act of compliance D. “Bean counting” orientation

83. Implementation means putting into practice the experiences which have been written in the
following EXCEPT .

A. Syllabi C. Curriculum guides


B. Course outline D. Internet resource sites

84. The best feature of Tyler’s Rationale is the .

A. Planning phase C. Organizing the experiences


B. Evaluating the experiences D. Identifying the purpose

85. In acquiring language competence what is the process of attaching meaning to words?

A. Phonology C. Semantics
B. Syntax D. Morphology

86. Which of the following processes usually comes first in developing curriculum?

A. Selection of educational content


B. Organization of learning experiences
C. Evaluating educational experiences
D. Identifying learning goals and objectives

87. For Sigmund Freud, which is the deciding agent of human personality by which we reason
and consider the best response to situations?

A. Id C. Ego
B. Superego D. Unconscious

88. Medical science favors pregnant women talking or singing to their fetus as part of .

A. Midnatal learning C. Natal synchrony learning


B. Postnatal learning D. Prenatal learning

89. How can you optimize learning for pre-school children?

A. Employ technology C. Construct well-furnished classroom


B. Make learning fun D. Use visual media aids
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

90. Which facilities are present in a health-promoting school-environment?

I. Canteen sells all kinds of food including junk foods


II. Comfort rooms are common for boys and girls
III. Sanitary drinking fountains
IV. Safe playground

A. I and II C. II and IV
B. I and III D. III and IV

91. Which encompasses the true essence of the term curriculum?

A. List of subject to complete a course C. Sum total of all learning experiences


B. List of courses for graduation D. Never-ending process in education

92. What developmental task best displays adolescence (13-18 years)?

A. Learning social modesty C. Assuming civic responsibility


B. Achieving masculine/feminine role D. Learning to get along with age-mates

93. In Erikson’s Psycho-social Theory of development, what is applicable to the statement “I am


confident in carrying out my plans to a successful conclusion”?

A. Initiative C. Trust
B. Intimacy D. Identity

94. By looking at the brighter side of life and communicating this to students through story
sessions, teacher Efren shows a personal quality of .

A. Optimism C. Self-confidence
B. Compassion D. Cooperativeness

95. According to Jean Piaget’s cognitive concepts, which refers to cognitive structure, e.g.
seeing a dog and forming an initial idea of a dog?

A. Accommodation C. Schema
B. Assimilation D. Equilibrium

96. By being able to hold her anger even when provoked, teacher Hannie shows her personal
quality of .

A. Fairness C. Cooperativeness
B. Compassion D. Emotional stability

97. Principal Tina observed that teacher Sisa lectures the whole hour and leaves her class. What
principle of learning was absent in teacher Sisa’s class.

A. Learning begins with set expectations


B. Learning is discovery of meaning by students.
C. Learning is cooperative and collaborative
D. Learning is an active process for both teacher and students
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

98. What kind of logical reasoning is involved in invoking general beliefs or principles support
concrete situations, e.g. “Christ is the universal savior and so the earth center of the
universe”?

A. Hypothesis C. Reflection
B. Inductions D. Deduction

99. The teacher who lacks clear direction and sequence of activities by going to one activity to
another needlessly displays behavior in class.

A. Flip-flopping C. Truncating
B. Thrusting D. Dangling

100. Given the prospect of ASEAN integration of manpower professionals for ASEAN Economic
Community integration, teachers for potential employment will require apart from learning a
new language.

A. Reformation C. Reinstruction
B. Reorientation D. Reeducation

101. A preschool teacher is thinking about how best to develop the fine motor skills of one year
olds. Which of the following should be best to consider?

A. Encourage children to act independently.


B. Conduct a variety of fun and challlenging activities involving hand muscles daily.
C. Provide daily coloring book activities.
D. Ask the children to do repeated writing drills evry day.

102. In Social Science, a global teacher has a wide appreciation of drawn from the
concept of unity-in-variety of peoples around the globe.

A. Multiculturalism
B. Education for all
C. Values education
D. Education for sustainable development

103. This is NOT among the examples of what Vygotsky suggests as scaffolding that assist child
in being able to accomplish a task independently with judicious assistance from most
advanced peer or teacher.

A. Demosntrate swimming strokes for the child to follow


B. Adultunzip the zipper an inch or two for the child to continue zipping
C. Lessening container a bit an let child open the lid by himself
D. Leading the straw to the hole and let the child put the straw to the whole pack.

104. Which of the following is NOT among the common effects of the child’s having an Oedipus
complex that arises from parent-mother emotional repression?

A. Effective behavior C. Fear constriction


B. Avoidance of sex D. Over-indulgence in sex
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

105. At birth the human brain contains some neurons.

A. 10 million C. 1 million
B. 50 million D. 50 billion

106. For Erikson, what causes a person to be inhibited from taking a role, a challenge or an
opportunity reason out that “nothing ventured, nothing lost?”

A. Malignancy C. Inhibition
B. Antipathy D. Sociopathy
107. What does the cut-and-paste research output of students demonstrate?

A. Lack of ability to think-and-write


B. Ease in downloading internet sources
C. Lack of time for home assignments
D. Lack of surveillance from instructors

108. Sequence the stages of prenatal development in human growth:

I. Fertilization of zygote 2
II. Bioyst attaches to the wall of the female uterus 4
III. Male sperm and female egg chromosomes unite 1
IV. Zygote divides to cells from 2 to 4 to 128 cells 3

A. III, I, IV and II C. I, II, III and IV


B. III, I, II and IV D. IV, III, II and I

109. For Bronfenbrenner, what is the pattern of stability or change which can affect child
development, such as in the case of a parent leaving home to work abroad?

A. Chrono system C. Macro system


B. Micro system D. Meso system

110. What main factor contributed to the great demand for teachers during the American colonial
regime?

A. Nationalist spirit for the next generation C. Democratic tutoring of the country
B. American literacy modeling D. Opening of free public education

111. Sequence the process of the zygote becoming an embryo:

I. Life support systems develop for the embryo


II. Cell differentiation intensifies
III. Ectoderm layers develop into body systems (nervous, skeletal, respiratory, etc.)
IV. Organs appear

A. I, III, II and IV C. II, I, IV and III


B. IV, II, I and III D. I, II, III and IV
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

112. How can teachers be effective change agents to sexuality problems e.g. more teen
pregnancies?

A. Seminars on sex education


B. Integrate holistic sex education in the curriculum
C. Guidance and counseling
D. Educational television

113.Since students have different learning styles and multiple intelligences, the teacher must
come up with of assessing learning.

A. Variety C. Quantified method


B. Both qualitative and quantitative methods D. Great bulk

114. Assessment of learning is part of the teaching-learning process.

A. Coroltary C. Enrichment
B. Integral D. Additive

115.Teacher Mimie sees to it that she checks for understanding as she teaches to ensure that
every student can follow the lesson. With what form of assessment is she occupied with?

A. Assesment OF Learning C. Assessment AS Learning


B. Assessment FOR Learning D. Assessment FOR and AS Learning

116.What is the most appropriate reason for the teacher’s engagement in the process of
assessment?

A. To find out if the lesson was presented well


B. To find out if proper teaching methods were used
C. To find out is lesson objectives were attined
D. To find out if the teacher was effective in teaching

117.Teacher Emma gave a True-False pretest on social justice. Based on the pretest results
she taught her class social justice by correcting wrong concepts and affrimaing right
answers. Then she gave a post-test. Among forms of assessment, which on did Teacher
Emma do?

A. Assessment FOR and AS learning C. Assessment AS learning


B. Assessment FOR learning D. Assessment OF learning

118. In outcomes-based education, the assessment task should match with the .

A. learning materials C. Learning references


B. learning content D. Learning outcome

119. These are assessments prior to instruction EXCEPT .

A. Class observation C. KWL Chart


B. Questions to prepare students D. Pre-test
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – ELEMENTARY SET A

120. These are the elements for the choice ways for assessments of learning EXCEPT .

A. Learning styles of students C. Nature of the lesson topics


B. Instructional objectives D. Logistical support

121. These are elements for focus in the Exit Slip on student learning at the end of the class
EXCEPT .

A. Effective approaches C. Meaningful activities


B. Objectives achieved D. Teacher behavior

122. In order to emphasize higher order thinking skills, what can be done?

A. Give oral examinations C. Give studnets problems to solve


B. Do less formative assessment D. Avoid paper-and-pencil tests

123.You have to remember the steps in opening a computer if you want to do it on your own. In
what level of assessment is remembering the steps?

A. Analysis C. Comprehension
B. Retrieval D. Knowledge utilization

124. Teacher Lina wrote the learning outcome: “To interpret a given quotation of Nietsche’s: He
who has a why to live for can bear with almost anyhow.”, “For content validity, which should
she ask?

A. Is Nietsche’s statement atheistic?


B. Do you believe in Nietsche’s statement?
C. What is true of Nietsche’s statement?
D. What is the authentic meaning of Nietsche’s statement?

125. These are particularly remarkable about Montessori schools for pre-school EXCEPT.

A. Restricted class movement C. “Going out” field work


B. Tactile learning materials D. Hands-on learning

126. In Outcomes-Based Education or Outcomes-Based Teaching-Learning, the assessment


task match with the .

A. Learning resources C. Learning outcome


B. References D. Content

127.What should teacher Joe require of his studnets for an experiemnt to find an answer to the
scientific problem of whether aerial plants can also live on land?

A. Retrieve answers from the internet


B. Resarch on past similar experiment.
C. Cut and paste literature on this environment.
D. Observe aerial plants’ survival if transferred to soil, and note observations
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128. Students asked to evaluate their own output using a scoring rubric is
assessment.

A. Self C. Formative
B. Peer D. Summative

129. What does an achievement test measure on prevoius learning?

A. Teaching coverage C. Attitude and aptitude outcome


B. Motivational level D. Quality and quantity

130. In unit planning using the topical approach, it is helpful to use the of the textbook.

A. Attachments C. Graphs and tables


B. Appendix D. Table of contents

131. What can be done with too many teacher education institutions and less quality as
evidenced by only 20-30% LET passing results?

A. Distance study tapping experts C. Aid support for TEIs in the region
B. Closure of sub-standard TEIs D. Accreditation requirement for all TEIs

132. For an intented learning outcome “Identify skills-related fitness activities suitable for the
individual”. Health teacher Alvarado asked students to identify the components of physical
fitness program from variables of agility, flexibility, body composition and organic vigor. Is
there content validity in this test measurement?

A. Yes, since the variables relate to skills-related fitness


B. Yes, only a bit related
C. No, relation is far-fetched
D. No, since the variables do not relate to skills-related fitness

133. Which type of test measures student’s thinking, organizing and writing skills?

A. Completion test C. Extemporaneous speech


B. Short answer D. Essay

134.Teacher Pars wants his students to display penmanship work in the beginning, middle and
near the end of the school yaer. Which type of portfolio is displayed?

A. Evaluation portfolio C. Showcase portfolio


B. Development portfolio D. Assessment portfolio

135. These are characteristics of formal instructional planning EXCEPT .

A. Task-oriented C. Haphazard
B. Structured D. Outcome-based
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136. Which portfolio enables you to determine if you realized your intended learning outcomes?

A. Assessment portfolio C. Development portfolio


B. Showcase portfolio D. Evaluation

137. Does quarterly aseessments have the same percentage weights for all the subjects for all
the tracks in Grade 11-12?

A. No C. Yes, only for the academic track


B. It depends on schools D. Yes

138.What did teacher Zeny use to enhance the inner motivation of her students when she asked
three volunteers to come to the chalkboard to fill in the blanks in a puzzle?

A. Contest and game C. Personal experience


B. Exploratory activity D. Challenging statement

139.What should teacher Joe require of his students for an experiement to find an answer to the
scientific problem of whatever aerial plant can also leave on land?

A. Cut and paste literature on this experiment


B. Retrieves answers from the internet
C. Research on past similar experiments
D. Observe aerial plants survival if transferred to soil and note observations

140.What is the element in extrinsic motivation used in giving big raffle prizes to teachers during
annual Christmas parties?

A. Praise device C. High expectations


B. Value of rewards D. Frequent rewards

141. A student gets a numerical grade of 80. What is his descriptor for his level of proficiency?

A. Very satisfactory C. Fairly satisfactory


B. Satisfactory D. Did not meet expectations

142. How can Teacher Didi test the student’s acquisition of declarative knownledge?

A. Submission of report C. Short answer test


B. Performance test D. Essay

143. Which does not belong to the group?

A. Multiple choice C. Completion type


B. Short answer D. Extemporaneous speech

144. What descriptor applies to a student who failed to meet standards?

A. Did not meet expectation C. Developing


B. Beginning D. Poor
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145. How is the final grade per subject for Grades 11 and 12 obtained?

A. Get the average of the grades of all subjects for the 2 semesters
B. Get average of the grades for the 4 quarters
C. Get the average of the grades of all subjects for the 4 semesters
D. Get average of the grades for the 2 quarters

146. What happens when a student in Grade 1 to 10 did not meet expectations in two learning
areas?

A. Promoted to next grade level after passing remedial classes


B. Promoted in next grade level with back subjects in lower grade level
C. Retained in same grade level
D. Is not accepted for enrollment in the school

147. At the end of the School year, which is/are true of grades?

I. General average is computed by dividing the sum of all final grades by the total number of
learning areas
II. Each learning area has equal weight in computing for the General Average
III. The final Grade per learning area and the General Average are reported as whole
numbers

A. II and III C. I, II and III


B. I and II D. I and III

148. Among outcomes in learning, which is a deferred outcome?

A. Buisness letter writing facility C. Work satisfaction


B. Story telling ability D. Communication skills

149. Among the following measurement factors, which does NOT belong to the group of
variables that relate to the cognitive ability of the learner?

A. Computational skills C. Manual dexterity


B. Logic and reasoning D. Series sequencing

150. Which level is a test through identifying authors of given literary pieces?

A. Recall C. Synthesis
B. Understanding D. Application
PREVIOUS ACTUAL
TEST
LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR
TEACHERS
GENERAL EDUCATION
SECONDARY
2015 - 2018
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Many a child left to the care of relatives while the parents work.
A. Are C. Has been
B. Is D. Will be

2. She hurt when she was slicing the onions.


A. Himself C. Ourselves
B. Myself D. Herself

3. If you forgot textbook, you can use , Mark.


A. Yours, ours C. Your, mine
B. His, hers D. Our, hers

4. Mr. Tolentino was concerned about the safety of motorists and so he issued a circular
containing safety instructions.
A. Himself C. His
B. Themselves D. Their

5. The grenn revolution refers to food production by planting vegetables and fruit tress. A
natural resource that has not been sufficiently developed is the world’s bodies of water
which promise abundant source of food. Referred to as blue revolution this food source
refers to .
A. Corals C. Algae
B. Fish D. Seashells

6. Some animals perform services to assist man. Canines serve in war and peace. Cats
safeguard the home from pests. Pigeons can transmit messages. This is possible if
these animals are .
A. Fed C. Trained
B. Drugged D. kept

7. Read the paragraph and answer the item that follows.


Nelson Mandela sacrificed so much in his life – family, friends and a big chunk of
his life for things he believed in a democratic South Africa, with equal rights and a
beacon of hope for the rest of the world. Nelson Mandela’s dream for South
Africa, which was realized, was .

A. Cooperation C. Democracy
B. Unity D. Supremacy
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

8. Read the paragraph and answer the item that follows.


“As far back as I can remember, our family had always been an extended one.
Our grandmother was the mainstay in the family, the silent strenght behind our
mother who is her daughter.”
The informal guide and honorary household chief in the extended family is the .
A. Grandmother C. Father
B. Mother D. Aunt
9. Shirley has not forgotten that she was betrayed by her best friend and carried such
in her deeply offended heart for a long time.
A. Rancor C. Souvenir
B. Doubt D. offense

10. Even when her friends betray her, Perla bears no rancor in her heart because she is not
.
A. Embarassed C. Bitter
B. Consoled D. Insulted

11. Clara would read any book or magazine she could lay her hands on and read from
cover to cover in one sitting. She is such a reader.
A. Tedious C. Leisurely
B. Seroius D. Voracious

12.A A lot of water needed to irrigate the parched land.


A. Is C. Is being
B. Are being D. Are

13. You finished eating before we arrive.


A. Have C. Have been
B. Should D. Will have

14. Let us campaign for the total ban of harmful insecticides.


A. On the use C. On using
B. With the use D. With using

15. “She is a vision of feminine pulchritude”. The underline word means .


A. Homelness C. Plain
B. Loveliness D. Ugliness

16. “If you want the moon I will get it for you” is an example of .
A. Hyperbole C. Irony
B. Synecdoche D. Personification

17. “We listened to a loquacious specker.” The underlined word means .


A. Quiet C. Verbose
B. Simple D. Lousy
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

18. What emotion or feeling is expressed in the following lines?


To be, or not to be, that is the situation
whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous Fortune,
or to take arms against a Sea of Troubles, and by opposing end them?

A. Sadness C. Joy
B. Anger D. Indecision

19. How is “mercy” described in the following lines?


The quality of mercy is not strained,
It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven
Upon the place beneath; it is twice blest;
It blesseth him that gives and him that takes.

A. Everybody deserves mercy C. Mercy drops as rain


B. Mercy is difficult to give D. Mercy is given only to few

20. what figure of speech is the following: “He is the black sheep of the family.”
A. Metaphor C. hyperbole
B. Simile D. Alliteration

21. “The princess is a phantom of delight” is .


A. Simile C. Metaphor
B. Hyperbole D. Irony

22. poem which is usually composed of fourteen lines which follow specific patterns of
rhyme is called .
A. Haiku C. Elegy
B. Sonnet D. Free verse

23. “It droppeth as a gentle rain from heaven” is what figure of speech?
A. Personification C. Metaphor
B. Simile D. Hyperbole

24. Haiku is traditional Japaneses poem consisting of .


A. Three lines totaling 17 syllables with nature as topic
B. Eith lines ending in rhyming couplet with death as topic
C. Four lines that rhyme with love as topic
D. Lines of poetry in free verse with ordinary things as topic

25. Jose Rizal’s novel which revealed the abuses of the Spanish government in the
Philippines and the sufferings of the Filipinos.
A. Noli Me Tangere C. La Solidaridad
B. Mi Ultimo Adios D. La independencia
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

26. Ang mga salitang teka, saan tena, dali ay nagtataglay ng .


A. Pagkaltas C. Metatesis
B. Tono D. Asimilasyon

27. Tumutukoy ito sa taas-baba ng bigkas ng pantig ng isang salita upang maging mabisa
ang pakikipag-usap.
A. Diin C. Tono
B. Antala D. Segmental

28. Ang mga salitang tanaw, aliw, kamay, reyna ay mga halimbawa ng .
A. Diptonggo C. Klaster
B. Pares minimal D. Ponema

29. Uri ng pangatnig na ginagamit sa pagpili, pagbubukod at pagtatangi ay Uri ng pangatnig


na ginagamit sa pagpili, pagbubukod at pagtatangi ay .
A. Pamukod C. Paninsay
B. Panapos D. Panlinaw

30. Alin sa mga sumusunod ang nararapat sa komunikasyon na pasulat?


A. Pagkibit ng balikat C. Lakas ng boses
B. Maliksing mga bata D. Maayos na pagpapalugit

31. Ang wikang nabuo mula sa pangunahing wika ng isang lalawigan na sinasalita sa iabng
bayan ng naturang lalawigan ay tinatawag na .
A. Ekolek C. Etnolek
B. Dayalek D. Sosyalek

32. Wikang nabuo mula sa pangunahing wika ng isang lugar o lalawigan na kadalasang
sinsalita sa ibang bayan ng naturang lugar.
A. Ekolek C. Dayalek
B. Etnolek D. Sosyalek

33. Bantas na ginagamit sa pagitan ng panlalaping ika at tambilang.


A. Gitling C. Panaklong
B. Kuwit D. Tuldok

34. Ang pariralang nalaglag-nahulog ay nagpapakahulugan ng .


A. Magkahawig C. Magkapares
B. Magkasalungat D. Idyoma

35. Ano ang kahulugan ng “Neneng is the apple of Daddy’s eye?”


A. Paborito ni Daddy ang mansanas
B. Mahal ni Daddy si Neneng
C. Si Neneng ay tulad ng mansanas
D. Tawag-pansin ang mansanas
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

36. uri ng pagsasaling-wika na tumutukoy sa mga disiplinang akademiko, agham, kalikasan


at lipunan ay tinatawag na .
A. pangkasaysayan C. Teknikal
B. Pangkultura D. Pampanitikan

37. Sa pangungusap na “Malakas ang boses mo”, ang salitang malakas ay isang .
A. Pang uri C. Panghalip
B. Pangatnig D. Pandiwa

38. Isang disenyo ng pananaliksik na nagsisiyasat sa pamamagitan ng palatanungan o


pakikipanayam.
A. Sarbey C. Feasibility study
B. Case study D. Etnograpiya

39. Ang wastong kahulugan ng: The present problem is only a storm in a teacup.
A. Bale-wala C. May galit
B. Buong puso D. Matagumpay

40. Sa anong bahagi ng pananaliksik matatagpuan ang mga lugar at babasahing


mapagkukunan ng mga literature at pag-aaral.
A. Kabanata I C. Kabanata II
B. Kabanata IV D. Kabanata V

41. Isang uri ng pamahayagan na nag-uulat ng mga tunay na pangyayari batay sa pag-
aaral, pananaliksik, o pakikipanayam at isinusulat sa paraang kawili-wili.
A. Editoryal C. Lathalain
B. Pangulong tudling D. Kumento

42. Uri ng pagsulat na ang pokus ay ang imahinasyon ng manunulat; pukawin ang
damdamin.
A. Malikhain C. Teknikal
B. Jornalistik D. Academiko

43. Ang proseso ng paghahatid ng saloobin, opinyon, karunungan sa pamamagitan ng


makabuluhang tunog ay tinatawag na .
A. Pagtatala C. Pagsasalita
B. Pakikinig D. Pagbabasa

44. Nakikipag-away ka sa speaker. Ito ay pakikinig na .


A. Pasibo C. May lugod
B. Masusi D. Kombatib

45. Ito ang rutang dinaraanan ng mensahe ng tagapagsalita.


A. Konteksto C. Participant
B. Tsanel D. Pidbak
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

46. Regala Company manufactures beds; in its catalogue, a double bed is priced at
₱5,000.00 less a discount of 20%. What will Rizza have to pay for the bed she ordered?
A. ₱4,150.00 C. ₱4,200.00
B. ₱4,100.00 D. ₱4,000.00

47. Clara Ramos works as a sales clerk. She is paid a salary of ₱3,000.00 a week plus 29%
commission on sales over ₱4,000.00. Find her gross pay for a week in which her sales
are ₱9,500.00.
A. ₱3,500.00 C. ₱3,110.00
B. ₱3,250.00 D. ₱3,210.00

48.A A toyota car travelling at a rate of 70 km, per hour leaves the 2 hours after a Kia car
has left and overtakes it in 5 hours at what rate eas the kia car travelling?
A. 40 kilometers per hour C. 50 kilometers per hour
B. 30 kilometers per hour D. 20 kilometers per hour

49. How many prime numbers are there between 1 and 100?
A. 24 C. 22
B. 23 D. 25

50. What number must be substracted from both numerator and denominator of the fraction
11/23 to give a fraction whose value is 2/5?
A. 4 C. 5
B. 2 D. 3

51. The fraction halfway between 3/7 and 4/7 is .


A. 1/2 C. 1/4
B. 1/8 D. 1/3

52. A recipe calls for 2 cups of milk for every 7 cups of flour. A chef will use 28 cups of flour,
how many cups of milk must he have?
A. 12 C. 14
B. 10 D. 8

53. If Karl has an average of 76% on his first two tests and has an average of 85% on the
next four tests, what is his final average on all six tests?
A. 82.5% C. 81.3%
B. 80.5% D. 82.0%

54. A room is 30ft long, 25ft wide and 14ft high. If 42 balloons are inside the room, how
many cubic feet of space does this allow for each balloon?
A. 11 C. 12.5
B. 12 D. 11.9
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

55. what percent of 75 is 15?


A. 30% C. 20%
B. 40% D. 38%

56. All right angles are .


A. Parallel C. Supplementary
B. Oblique D. equal

57. The side opposite the right angle of a right triangle is the and each of the
other two sides is .
A. Hypotenuse, leg C. Leg, hypotenuse
B. Opposite, adjacent D. Adjacent, opposite

58.A A 10 meter board leans against the wall. The foot of the board is 8 meters from the
wall. How far up the wall does the board reach?
A. 10 meters C. 6 meters
B. 4 meters D. 8 meters

59. The sum of the sides of a polygon is the of the polygon.


A. Volume C. Legs
B. Area D. Perimeter

60. If two legs of one right triangle are equal respectively to two legs of another, the right
triangles are .
A. Congruent C. Supplementary
B. Complementary D. Adjacent

61. Find the least common multiple of 8, 6, 3


A. 24 C. 72
B. 48 D. 96

62. Perform the indicated operation40x2y2 27xy


÷
4xy4 8x2y3

A. 40x3 C. 40
81 81
B. 40x D. 40x2
81 81

63. The measure of an angle is 25 more than its supplement. What is the measure of the
larger angle?
A. 102.5 degrees C. 110.5 degrees
B. 77.5 degrees D. 95.5 degrees
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

64. Find the least common multiple of 5, 2, 7.


A. 140 C. 15
B. 35 D. 70

65. Simplify: (3x – 9) ? (x2 – 9).


A. 3 / (x + 3) C. (x + 3) / 3
B. 3 ? (9 – 3) D. (x – 3) / 3

66. Simplify: (8x – 24) / (2x2 – x – 15).


A. (x – 4) / (x + 4) C. 8 / (2x + 5)
B. 4 / (x – 13) D. 5 / (2x – 5)

67. The grades in Mathematics of the students in section A are as follows: 80, 75, 60, 95,
100. What is the range of their group?
A. 80 – 95 C. 60 – 95
B. 60 – 100 D. 70 – 100

68. Which among the measures of central tendency is not influenced by outliers?
A. Mean C. Median
B. Weighted Mean D. Mode

69. What measure of central tendency can best describe the size of T-shirts commonly
worn by teenagers?
A. Mode C. Range
B. Mean D. Median

70. If a die is rolled, what is the probability of getting a number divisible by 2?


A. 1/2 C. 1/3
B. 1/6 D. 1/4

71. In a Physics test, 9 studnets obtained the following scores: 80, 86, 78, 88, 90, 82, 76,
84, 92. What is the median score?
A. 84 C. 86
B. 82 D. 88

72. What is the pressure exerting on the plasma membrane against the cell wall of bacteria,
fungi and plant cells?
A. Osmotic pressure C. Turgor pressure
B. Wall pressure D. Plasma pressure

73. Which organism is an example of a fungus?


A. Algae C. Euglenoids
B. Yeast D. Entamoeba
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

74. Which of the following is an example of a useful function for bacteria


A. Can clean up an oil spill by digesting hydrocarbons
B. May be used as vectors to introduce proteins
C. Can synthesize new forms of heavy metals
D. May be pathogenic and cause human disease

75. Which protist can cause dysentery


A. Gorilla beringel C. Streptococcus
B. Plasmodium vivax D. Entamoeba histolytica

76. Which organism is classified under Kingdom Fungi?


A. Red algae C. Diatoms
B. Microsporidia D. Streptococcus

77. Human reproduce when an ovum is combined with a sperm leading to the development
of an embryo. This form of reproduction is called .
A. Asexual reproduction C. Budding
B. Fertilization D. Binary fission

78. The waste product of photosynthesis is .


A. Carbon monoxide C. Carbon dioxide
B. Nitrogen D. Oxygen

79.A A hypothetical ecosystem contains lettuce (the producer), a caterpillar (the primary
consumer), a small passerine bird (the secondary consumer) and a lion (the tertiary
consumer). A gardener arrives and sprays pesticide, killing all the caterpillars. What can
happen to the ecosystem?
A. The passerine birds will thrive
B. The lions will eventually die
C. The passerine birds will convert to herbivores
D. The lettuce will wilt and die

80. What is the molecule that allows plants to capture energy from sunlight?
A. Oxygen C. ATP
B. Carbohydrates D. Chlorophyll

81.A A human arm, a bat’s wing and a seal’s flipper are examples of .
A. Analogous organs C. Embryonic organs
B. Homologous organs D. Vestigial organs

82. An important endocrine gland that is shaped like a bow-tie and located in the neck is
called .
A. Pituitary gland C. Adrenal gland
B. Parathyroid gland D. thyroid gland
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

83. Which of the following is an organism that feeds on necrotic and decaying matter?
A. Vulture C. Algae
B. Parakeet D. Yeast

84. The asexual reproduction which occurs when a new organism develops from an
outgrowth is called .
A. Fission C. Budding
B. Fertilization D. Grafting

85. Predation is a relationship exemplified by .


A. An orchid attached to the trunk of a Narra tree
B. A hunter shooting a duck in the forest and having it for dinner
C. A tapeworm living in the gastrointestinal tract of a toddler
D. A clownfish living within a sea anemone

86. The molecules that contain an organism’s genetic make-up is called .


A. Genetic membrane C. Nucleolus
B. Nucleic acid D. Cytosal

87. what is the process used by plants to convert the energy from sunlight into chemical
energy?
A. Photosynthesis C. Phytochemical conversion
B. Diffusion D. Cytolysis

88. What are the thin structures essential for cytokinesis, amoeboid movement and
changes in cell shape?
A. Nanofilaments C. Microfilaments
B. Myosin filaments D. Pseudofilaments

89. What are the small hair-like structures that serve a sensory function in eukaryotic cells?
A. Plasma membrane C. Actin filaments
B. Centromere D. Cilia

90. Who was the father of modern taxonomy and responsible for coining the term
Homosapiens for human?
A. Chatton C. H. Copland
B. Aristotle D. Linnaeus

91. What is a possible consequence of eutrophication?


A. Water that is colourless and colour-free
B. Significantly diminished sea harvest by fishermen
C. Decreased toxicity of bodies of water
D. Less turbidity of water
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

92. What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy a p orbital?
A. 6 C. 18
B. 10 D. 14

93. Which of the following satements is TRUE about a textbook laid on the table?
A. The textbook undergoes deceleration
B. The textbook undergoes acceleration
C. No force is acting on it
D. The sum of the forces acting upon it is zero

94.A A population of rabbits live in a stable habitat, with no changes in the environment for
a long time. How will genetic drift possibly affect this population?
A. It may decrease genetic variation
B. It will promote the dominance of the rabbits with superior traits
C. It will decrease the population of the rabbits
D. It will stimulate the appearance of new traits

95. Element X has an electron configuration of 1S2 2S2 2P2. Baed on information, element
X belongs to a/an family.
A. Alkali metal C. Halogen
B. Inert gas D. Conage

96. Besides solid, liquid, and gas, what is the fourth form of matter?
A. Gel C. Plasma
B. Colloid D. Foam

97. Which of the following is the lowest rank of coal and is otherwise called brown coal?
A. Charcoal C. Anthracite
B. Lignite D. Bituminous

98. The feeding connections between all life forms are referred to as .
A. Nutrition cycles C. Biochemical pathways
B. Food web D. Fossil cycle

99. What diagnostic test allows microorganisms to multiply in a medium under controlled
laboratory condition in order to determine the cause of an infectious disease?
A. Microbial culture C. Complete blood count
B. Chest x-ray D. Urinalysis

100. If carbohydrates are hydrophilic-organic compounds, lipids are


organic compounds.
A. Biomolecules C. Polypeptido
B. Hydrophobic D. Simple
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

101. This is TRUE of recessive genes.


A. Will only have phenotypic expression if present as a homozygous genotype
B. Should be paired with a dominant gene for it to be expressed
C. Will prevent a dominant gene from expressing its phenotype
D. Have more superior phenotypic traits

102. The bond in sodium fluoride is which of the following types of chemical bond?
A. Halogens C. Rare earths
B. Alkali metals D. Alkaline earth metals

103. You won the jackpot prize in the lottery. The prize money cannot be paid in
currency but only in gold. Applying your knowledge in chemistry, select the largest
amount of gold from the choices below, (Au = 197).
A. 297 grams of gold C. Avogadro’s number of atoms gold
B. 40.0 kilograms of gold D. 22.4 moles of gold

104. The Brundtland Commission defines it as: “development that meets the needs of
the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own
needs.”
A. Ecological development C. Sustainable development
B. Environmental development D. Uncompromising development

105. Which 2 chemical factors cause decomposition?


A. Putrefaction and respiration C. Autolysis and photosynthesis
B. Death and cellular respiration D. Autolysis and putrefaction

106. An atom of silicon has a mass number of 28 and an atomic number of 14. How
many protons are in this atom?
A. 14 C. 28
B. 12 D. 7

107. Bats are able to navigate in the dark without bumping into anything because they
.
A. Are able to flouresce in the dark
B. Have supersonic eyesight
C. Emit sound waves whose returning vibrations can detect that presence of
objects
D. Can disappear in the dark

108. The protein shell of a virus is called .


A. Nucleolus C. Nucleus
B. Nucleic acid D. Capsip
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

109. Alcohol is a class of organic compound characterized by .


A. A halogen attached to an alkyl group
B. A carbonyl group bonded to two carbon atoms
C. A hydroxyl bonded to an alkyl group
D. A carbonyl attached to an other linkage

110. Participation in governance, including the right to vote and seek public office is
secured within the citizenry’s .
A. Right to due process C. Political rights
B. Right of suffrage D. Socio-civic rights

111. The right to search for information is invoked through the .


A. Writ of habeas corpus C. Writ of habeas data
B. Writ of certiorari D. Writ of amparo

112. Which condition contradicts the social justice mandate in the 1987 Constitution?
A. Creation of economic opportunities for all
B. Sense of dependency among citizens
C. Elimination of cultural inequalities
D. Equitable distribution of wealth

113. Which is the fundamental law of the Philippines?


A. The Philippine Constitution
B. The Civil and Criminal Codes
C. The Ten Commandments
D. The Bill of Rights

114. The fundamental right invoked by filling the “writ of amparo” is .


A. The right to self-defense
B. The right to due process
C. The right to life, liberty and security
D. The right to be defended by a public attorney

115. The biggest of the seven continents of the world is .


A. Asia C. Africa
B. Australia D. Europe

116. Which band played the Marcha Nacional Filipino or the national anthem on June
12, 1898 during the declaration of Philippine Independence?
A. Malabon Band C. Pangkat Kawayan ng Pateros
B. Kawit Cavite Band D. San Francisco Del Monte Band

117. The province in the Philippines which was called “Ma-I” by the Chinese in the
14th century is .
A. Ilocos C. Cavite
B. Mindoro D. Palawan
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118. Through the Galleon Trade (1565-1815), the Philippines has extended contacts
with .
A. Mexico C. China
B. Spain D. Spice Islands

119. Which religoius missionary order first arrived in the Philippines?


A. Augustinian C. Dominican
B. Jesuit D. Franciscan

120. Which law set a full free trade policy abolishing the qouta limitations on Philippine
export to the United States?
A. Payne-Aldrich Act C. Bell Trade
B. Underwood-Simmons Act D. Hare-Hawes Cutting Act

121. Which power of the state enables it to impose charge of burden upon persons,
property or property rights for the use and support of the government in its discharge of
appropriate functions?
A. Eminent domain C. Value Added Tax
B. Expropriation D. Taxation

122. Which best describes the division of thw Legislature into the Senate and the
House of Representatives?
A. Unicameralism C. Co-legislative powers
B. Bipartisanship D. Bicameralism

123. What kind of cooperative system sells farmers’ agriculture produce?


A. Service cooperative C. Marketing cooperative
B. Producers cooperative D. Multi-purpose cooperative

124. The economic policy that good action is one that helps the greatest number of
people is called .
A. Mercantilism C. Capitalism
B. Colonialism D. Utilitarianism

125. Which contradicts the Filipino family value of sacrifice?


A. Willingness to forgive C. Inability to forgive
B. Delayed sarisfaction of desires D. Tolerance of pain and mistakes

126. The smallest unit of society is the .


A. Church C. Purok
B. Family D. Government
127. It is correct to say that ‘Bahala na” is a Filipino negative trait?
A. Yes, it is tantamount to leaving one’s fate to another
B. It depends on the situation of the person saying it
C. It depends on the intention of one’s action
D. No, “Bahla na” is an attitude of daring combined with genuine concern
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128. Birth place of Jose Rizal.


A. Intramuros, Manila C. Malolos, Bulacan
B. Calamba, Laguna D. Kawit, Cavite

129. One instance of taking away the life of another person without due process is
.
A. Salvaging C. Capital punishment
B. Suicide D. Euthanasia

130. What was the first term given by Marcelo H. del Pilar to the hidden control and
domination by Spanish religoius priests over the colonial government?
A. Las suerte partidas C. Frailocracia
B. Pase region D. Complace

131. What does a professional code of conduct prescribe?


A. Civic conduct for all C. Moral and ethical standards
B. Professional traditions and mores D. Stricter implementation of laws

132. Due to close family ties, Filipino families are generally .


A. Secular C. Extended
B. Nuclear D. Divided

133. The Philippine President who was know as “the man of the masses” was .
A. Fidel Ramos C. Manuel Quezon
B. Ramon Magsaysay D. Manuel Roxas

134. A recently awarded national artist for scupture was .


A. Blaco C. Alcantara
B. Abueva D. Luna

135. The stage actress who brought fame to her country through her international
awards for her stage performances was .
A. Isay Alvarez C. Lea Salonga
B. Geneva Cruz D. Sharon Cuneta

136. Those who advocate the revival of the classics in art and literature are called
.
A. Humanists C. Reformists
B. Rationalists D. Existentialist
137. The part of the body that controls emotin is .
A. Kidney C. Endocrine glands
B. Heart D. Lungs
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138. Which characterizes psychologically healthy people?


A. Pre-occupied only with their interest
B. Concerned with goals beyond themselves
C. Feels superior over others
D. Can’t accept others as they are

139. Study of human behavior.


A. Ethics C. Morality
B. Philosophy D. Psychology

140. The sum total of a person’s efforts to cope with stressful situations in life is called
.
A. Reaction C. Defense mechanism
B. Anger D. Emotion

141. It illustrates a particular data series through rectangles.


A. Bar graphs C. Circle graphs
B. Line graphs D. Pie graphs

142. It can be used to show the progress in academic grades over four quarters.
A. Bar graph C. Line graph
B. Pie graph D. Circle graph

143. It is the process of storing, recovering and dissiminating recorded data through
the computer.
A. Information technology C. Information retrieval
B. Information utilization D. Information science

144. Social network service available the computer is .


A. Wikipedia C. Google
B. I-pad D. Facebook

145. means the graphics will be displayed more than once.


A. Texting C. Timing
B. Tagging D. Tiling

146. Face-to-face communication is made possible via the computer through .


A. Twitter C. Skype
B. E-mail D. Google

147. Messages are easily transported anywhere in the world through the .
A. E-shopping C. E-register
B. E-learning D. E-mail
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148. What symbol is used to make the text bold?


A. Ctrl + X C. Ctrl + O
B. Ctrl + V D. Ctrl + B

149. Which is the brain of the computer?


A. RAM C. Program
B. CPU D. Password

150. Activities connected by a computer system are described as.


A. Virtual C. Online
B. Distance D. Network
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MARCH 20, 2016

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Quantitative data are numerical, while the qualitative are non-numerical and more
difficult to quantify for a social research study. Identify what may be more qualitative
than quantitative.
A. Divorce C. Love feelings
B. Single mother D. Annulments

2. What figure of speech is: “A tree whose hungry mouth is prest-against the earth’s sweet
flowing breast?”
A. Irony C. Personification
B. Apostrophe D. Hyperbole

3. The right invoked in the “writ of habeas data” is .


A. The right to transmit data
B. The right to information privacy
C. The right to search for information
D. The right to gather information data

4. The information clerk stays the phone most of the time.


A. By C. In
B. Over D. At

5. If I known you before, we could have arranged a joint project.


A. Have C. Could
B. Will D. Had

6. What are the prime factors of 273?


A. 2x3x13 C. 3x3x6x9
B. 3x7x13 D. 3x3x7x7

7. Which of the following is a product of 13 and an integer?


A. 1326 C. 1323
B. 1314 D. 131

8. How many days are needed after which an enrolled bill becomes a law?
A. 90 days C. 30 days
B. 75 days D. 60 days

9. “Because of profanity the program was suspended from television.” The underline word
means .
A. Decency C. Falsehood
B. Obscenity D. History

10. What figure of speech is: “O wild west wind?”


A. Metaphor C. Hyperbole
B. Irony D. Apostrophe
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MARCH 20, 2016

11. Several factors must be assessed to arrive at a sound .


A. Change C. Decision
B. Problem D. Query

12. Read the stanza and answer the item that follows.

Beyond this place of wrath and tears


Looms but the horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds and shall find me unafraid.

Every line of the poem consists of eight beats represented by eight syllables. This is
called:
A. Rhyme C. Onomatoporia
B. Rhythm D. Figure of speech

13. The cause of power interruption was a connection


A. Loose C. Lost
B. Lose D. Losing

14. Nagpapahayag na ang wika ay naunawaan ng lahat at napagkasunduan ng isang


lahi/pangkat.
A. Likas C. Masistema
B. Arbitrary D. Dinamiko

15. Bahagi ng pananaliksik kung saan matatagpuan ang panimula, kaligiran ng pag-aaral at
konseptuwal framework.
A. Kabanata IV C. Kabanata III
B. Kabanata II D. Kabanata I

16. Pinakamababang lebel ng wika na impormal na nalikha at nabuo sa pagsasama-sama


ng mga salitang pinaikli o pinahaba.
A. Pampanitikan C. Lalawiga
B. Balbal D. Kolokyal

17.A A sea is a great body of salty water smaller than an ocean, more or less
landlocked. Which is a large part of the ocean or sea partly enclosed by land?
A. Strait C. Canal
B. Lake D. Gulf

18. The protein shell of a virus is called .


A. Nucleolus C. Nucleic acid
B. Nucleus D. Capsid
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MARCH 20, 2016

19. Ecosystem is the relationship between the physical and biological environments in a
certain plain. Among desert ecosystem, the worlds largest is .
A. Kalahan C. Chihuahua
B. Gobi D. Sahara

20. Which constitutional safeguard prevents one branch of government from becoming
powerful or abusive?
A. Laissez C. Laissez Faire
B. Impeachment D. Ombudsman

21. The surface of the earth between the tropic of cancer and Arctic Circle is a .
A. Circle C. Plane
B. Cone D. Zone

22. What is the unique feature of fungi?


A. They have combined chitins and glucans in their cell wall
B. Some are capable of bioluminescence
C. They contain mitochondria
D. They contain genetic material

23. If you forgot textbook, you can use , Mark.


A. Our, hers C. His, her
B. Your, ours D. Your, mine

24. Who was elected Speaker of the Philippine Assembly in 1907?


A. Manuel Roxas C. Manuel Quezon
B. Claro M. Recto D. Sergio Osmena Sr.

25. Technology dramatically in the twenty-first century.


A. Was improved C. Has improved
B. Is improved D. Did improved

26. Which symbol is used to open a document?


A. Ctrl + S C. Ctrl + D
B. Ctrl + O D. Ctrl + V

27. Ethical conduct governs research. Which among the following are not related to ethics
or morality in research?
A. Erroneous data C. Voluntary participation of respondents
B. No harm to participants D. Respect for confidentiality

28. Typical of Greek civilization (800-600 B.C.E) without which a single political unit was
able to stay strong.
A. Towns and Cities C. Strong Navy
B. Strong Army D. City states
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29. Anong uri ng pana-guri ang ginagamit sa pangungusap na: “siya ay huwarang mag-
aaral”
A. Pangngalan C. Panghalip
B. Pandiwa D. Pang-uri

30. Ang kahulugan ng salubong ang kilay ay .


A. Galit C. Ganado
B. Ganti D. Gala

31. Pinaaalahanan ako na magsikap mabuti sa pag-aaral.


A. Tunay C. Nang
B. Ng D. Higit

32. Dulog pampanitikan na nagbibigay ng diin ng sariling panlasa ng bumabasa. Kilala rin
ito bilang reader-response theory.
A. Impresyonista C. Antropolohiya
B. Pansikolohiya D. Patalambuhay

33. What is the exponent in the expression 13x2 + y?


A. Y C. X
B. 13 D. 2

34. The of the story is that honesty is the best policy.


A. Message C. Morale
B. Moral D. Lesson

35. I can’t find calculator, may I use , Robert?


A. Yours, mine C. His, yours
B. My, your D. My, his

36. Identify the range of f(x) = (x+5) / (x2-1).


A. Negative numbers C. Real numbers greater than or equal to 1
B. Integers D. Fallacious reasoning

37. While authority should be respected, its opinion may be an error. Which of the following
represents a better/more certain avenue to the truth?
A. Over generalization C. Fallacious reasoning
B. Selective observation D. Replication (repeat and check)

38. Of the seven continents comprising a continuous land mass surrounded by big bodies
of water, the biggest (30.1 percent of the earth) is .
A. Europe C. North America
B. Asia D. Africa
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MARCH 20, 2016

39. Read the paragraph and answer the item that follows.

“My concept of inner peace came from my mother’s daily activities which I now recall
with fondness and awe. She was a full-time housewife wholly dependent on my father’s
monthly salary. How she made both ends meet, guided us in our studies, and did small
acts of charity on the side was beyond me.”

The mother’s financial resources are .


A. Abundant C. Miserable
B. Limited D. More than enough

40. Mr. Lazanus has incurred the following expenses in his trips to the Cebu islands:
₱3,200.00, ₱2,500.00 and ₱1,500.00, what percent of this total monthly budget of
₱40,000.00 did he spend for this trip?
A. 35 percent C. 20 percent
B. 18 percent D. 30 percent

41. A recipe calls for two eggs for every cup of flour. If a head chef uses 28 cups of
flour, how many eggs will he need?
A. 12 C. 56
B. 14 D. 10

42. Element X has an electron configuration of 1s2 2s2 2p2. Based on information, element x
belongs to a/an family.
A. Halogen C. Alkali metal
B. Conage D. Inert gas

43. Activities connected by a computer system are described as .


A. Online C. Virtual
B. Network D. Distance

44. Read the paragraph and answer the item that follows.

“As far back as I can remember, our family had always been an extended one. Our
grandmother was the mainstay in the family, the silent strength behind our mother who is
her daughter.” The informal guide and honorary household chief in the extended family is
the .

A. Father C. Aunt
B. Mother D. Grandmother

45. Isang komunikasyon pampubliko na nagpapaliwanag at anghihikayat; binibigkas sa


harap ng madla.
A. Anekdota C. Talambuhay
B. Balita D. Talumpati
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MARCH 20, 2016

46. Every co-curriculum activity has merits.


A. Theirs C. Its
B. Their D. It

47. Why does toothpaste help control tooth decay?


A. It cools the mouth and prevent germs from multiplying
B. It removes bad odor that remains after eating
C. It neutralizes acidic food particles that remain in the mouth
D. It surrounds the teeth with protective substances

48. Which of the following is a segmented worm that can be used to facilitate
anticoagulation?
A. Maggots C. Bloodworms
B. Leeches D. Earthworms

49. Face-to-face communication is made possible via the computer through .


A. E-mail C. Google
B. Skype D. Twitter

50. is the symbol for .


A. Control keys C. Enter keys
B. Back space D. After keys

51. We listened to a loquacious speaker. The underline words means .


A. Simple C. Quit
B. Lousy D. Verbose

52. What is the possible consequence of eutrophication?


A. Less turbidity of water
B. Decreased toxicity of bodies of water
C. Significantly diminished sea harvest by fisherman
D. Water that is colourless and odour free

53. She is known for her penchant for jewelry. The underline words means .
A. Aversion C. Avoidance
B. Dislikes D. Fondness

54. The barangay is seeking injury to settle the issue.


A. Judicial C. Juridical
B. Judiciary D. Judicious

55. The fundamental right invoked by filing the “writ of amparo” is .


A. The right to self defense C. The right to be defense by a public attorney
B. The right to due process D. The right of life, liberty and security
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MARCH 20, 2016

56. What law passed in August 1090 by the U.S. Congress established a partial free trade
in the Philippines?
A. Bell trade C. Treaty of General Relation
B. Payne Aldrich Act D. Underwood Simmons Act

57. Read the selection below and answer the item that follows.

“I am a retired public school teacher. As a teacher, I was branded as a terror in


school. The public dreaded the day they would enter my class. Little did they know that
behind my unpopular façade and a heart full of compassion? But how did I earn this
moniker? I did not tolerate dirty pupils in my class. I wanted them to know that
cleanliness of body was good for their health. I inspected their teeth, nails, footwer,
handkerchiefs, clothes, ears, noses and hair.

The public school teacher gives much importance to her pupils’ .

A. Absence C. Posture
B. Study D. Cleanliness

58. My sister and I met an acquaintance of in the shopping mall.


A. Ours C. Mine
B. Ourselves D. Us

59. Who among the leaders of the Katipunan used the pen name Agapito Bagumbayan?
A. Julian Felipe C. Pio Valenzuela
B. Andres Bonifacio D. Emilio Jacinto

60. The “red tide” phenomenon causes what particular marine organism to be poisonous for
human consumption?
A. Arthropods C. Earthworms
B. Algae D. Mollusks

61. What is the total amount after adding interest of 8% on ₱10,000,00 for three years?
A. ₱12,400.00 C. ₱13,400.00
B. ₱11,800.00 D. ₱15,800.00

62. What is the possible consequence of meritocracy in a social system?


A. Culture of elitism C. Leadership by people of talent
B. Rule by those with noble birth D. Rule by the wealthy and powerful

63. Miguel always gets what he wants explaining very well the reason for his
request.
A. By C. On
B. At D. In
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MARCH 20, 2016

64. Factorize: 2x2 + 7x - 15


A. (x-5) (2x+3) C. (x+5) (2x-3)
B. (2x+5) (x-3) D. (2x-5) (x+3)

65. Which is the fundamental law of the land?


A. The Bill of Rights C. The Philippine Constitution
B. The Ten Commandments D. The Civil and Criminal Codes

66. If a student has an average of 76% in his first two tests and has an average of 85% in
the next four tests. What is his final average in all six tests?
A. 50.5% C. 82.05%
B. 82.5% D. 81.3%

67. Who was the second editor of “La Solidaridad” with the penname Dolores Manapat?
A. Mariano Ponce C. Marcelo H. del Pilar
B. Graciano Lopez Jaena D. Jose Rizal

68. The family members were in the beach party.


A. Together C. All together
B. Altogether D. Together all

69. Kailan nagsisimula ang ipinatupad ang pormal na adapsyon na ang wikang pambansa
ay tatawaging Filipino?
A. 1987 C. 1980
B. 1972 D. 1974

70. Isa, dalawa, tatlo ang tatay mong kalbo. Ito ay halimbawa ng:
A. Panunudyo C. Bugtong
B. Bulong D. Payabangan

71. Pahayag na pasaklaw na nabubuo sa pamamagitan ng personal na panlasa o pagpili.


A. Catagorial generalization C. Subjective generalization
B. Analytical generalization D. Probable generalization

72. Julia is a salewoman. She is paid a salary of ₱3,000.00 a week plus 2% commission
onsales over ₱4,000.00, find her gross for a week in which her sales are ₱9,500.00.
A. ₱3,210.00 C. ₱3,110.00
B. ₱3,250.00 D. ₱3,150.00

73. Simplify (x2 – x + 1) / (83 + 1)


A. X to the third power + 1 C. x2 – x + 1
B. X +1 D. 1 / (x + 1)
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MARCH 20, 2016

74. The measure of an angle is 25 more than its supplement. What is the measure of the
larger angle?
A. 110.5 degrees C. 102.5 degrees
B. 95.5 degrees D. 77.5 degrees

75. It illustrates how a portion of the data relates with the whole.
A. Pie graph C. Line graph
B. Bar graph D. Rectangle graph

76. Identify the domain of f(x) + (x + 5) / (x2 – 1).


A. Negative numbers C. All real numbers except 1 and -1
B. Positive real numbers D. All real numbers

77. The propose project within the budget of the school.


A. Are C. Is appearing
B. Is D. Are appearing

78. She hurt when she was slicing the onions.


A. Myself C. Ourselves
B. Herself D. Himself

79. clothing are advised to be worn during summer.


A. Lose C. Loose
B. Losing D. Lost

80. Who was the Spanish mestizo priest who first led the native secular clergy in the
Secularization Movement in 1861?
A. Father Jose Burgos C. Father Pedro Palaez
B. Father Gregorio Aglipay D. Father Jacinto Zamora

81. Who was the first editor of La Solidaridad and an orator of the Reform Movement?
A. Maximo Viola C. Marcelo H. del Pilar
B. Valentine Ventura D. Graciano Lopez Jaena

82. Bread and butter sandwich my favorite snack.


A. Have been C. Has been
B. Are D. Is

83.A A lot of water needed to irrigate the parched land.


A. Are C. Are being
B. Is D. Is being

84. How long will it take A and B together, to finish a job which can be done by A alone in
six days and B alone in three days?
A. 2 ½ days C. 4 days
B. 2 days D. 3 days
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MARCH 20, 2016

85. Which element has CA as its symbol?


A. Carbon C. Califormium
B. Cadmium D. Calcium

86. If the opposite sides of a quadrilateral are equal, the figure is a .


A. Shambers C. Rectangle
B. Square D. Parallelogram

87. Hindi pinangarap ni Lito na maging ng kapisanan ng mga guro.


A. Panggulo C. Pang-ulo
B. Pa-ngulo D. Pangulo

88. Alin sa mga panlapi ang nagsasaad ng palaging kilos o panggawa?


A. Pala C. Mang
B. Pa-an D. Tega

89. Litton’s family lives Indang street.


A. To C. At
B. On D. In

90. What best describes the form of government of England with its parliament, a prime
minister, and a queen (or king)?
A. Theocracy C. Monarchy
B. Aristocracy D. Constitutional monarchy

91. The lawyer’s argument is impertinent to the case being discussed because it is:
A. Chargeable C. Clear
B. Illogical D. Irrelevant

92. Who was the last Spanish Governor-General of the Philippines?


A. Basilio Agustin C. Diego de los Rios
B. Fermin Jaudenes D. Ramon Blanco

93. The celebrated play of William Shakespeare about two ill-starred lovers who come from
warring families.
A. Romeo and Juliet C. Hamlet and Ophelia
B. Anthony and Cleopatra Ana and the King

94. Messages are easily transported anywhere in the world through the:
A. E-learning C.E-shopping
B. E-registered D. E-mail

95. Which policy of the state provides preferential attention to the welfare of the less
fortunate members of Philippine society?
A. Distribute society C. Bill of rights
B. Social Justice D. Criminal justice
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 20, 2016

96. Simplify [(3x – 12) / (3x)] divided by (x-4).


A. X C. 1/x
B. 3x D. x-4

97. Add 5x2y, 4x2y, 8x2y.


A. 7 x2y C. 6 x2y
B. 10 x2y D. 9 x2y

98. What are the prime factors of 120?


A. 2x2x2x6x5 C. 2x4x3x5
B. 2x2x2x3x5 D. 2x3x4x5

99. Which demonstrates interconnectedness between social and environmental injustices?


A. Desertification of verdant regions
B. Extinction of rate animal species
C. Temperature warming and rise of sea level
D. Industrialized countries toxic waste disposed to poorer country

100. Who was appointed Field Marshal of the Philippine Army responsible for the
defense of the country prior to the Japanese invasion?
A. Gen. Carlos P. Romulo C. Gen. Doulas McArthur
B. Gen. William Howard Taft D. Gen. Dwight Eisenhower

101. A three-dimensional image reproduced from a pattern of interference is called:


A. Internet C. Audio-visual
B. Network D. Hologram

102. Who was the Spanish Governor-General who established the “tobacco monopoly
in 1781?
A. Francisco Rizzo C. Basilio Agustin
B. Jose Basco D. Rafael Izquierdo

103. What was the power to set aside a certain grant by the Kingdom of Spain to the
Governor-General of the Philippines?
A. Visita C. Veto power
B. Patronato Real D. Cumplase

104. This is TRUE about dominant genes.


A. Should be paired with a recessive gene in order to be expressed
B. It prevents the expression of another gene in the same locus
C. Are aggressive and expresses the more beneficial traits
D. Will not be expressed if heterozygous

105. Neither you nor your students the problem.


A. Understand C. Are understanding
B. Understands D. Is understanding
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 20, 2016

106. The Philippines lies in the , an area where many volcanoes are
active.
A. Volcanic rim C. Wheel of fire
B. Ring of fire D. Archipelago fault line

107. Political idealist advocate ideals in politics, such as justice, equality and fairness.
Political realists have more viewpoint of politics, aptly stated by “Might is right”. Who
among the following is more of a political realist rather than political idealist?
A. Mahatma Ghandi C. Benigno Aquino
B. Martin Luther King D. Julius Caesar

108. In the Atlantic region, a storm is called .


A. Typhoon C. Cyclone
B. Storm D. Hurricane

109. What is considered the earliest form of writing in the Philippines?


A. Balitaw C. Kalantiao
B. Abakada D. Alibata

110. Bantas na ginagamit sa pagitan ng panlaping ika at tambilang.


A. Tuldok C. Kuwit
B. Panaklong D. Gitling

111. To make your presentation readable, select images that will the next on
the page.
A. Move C. Model
B. Mix D. Match

112. What are the thin structures essential for cytokinesis, amoeboid movement and
changes in cell shape?
A. Nano filaments C. Microfilaments
B. Myosin filament D. Pseudo filament

113. Which enviromental law requires industries to install anti-pollution devices and
bans the use of incenerators?
A. Green Peace Act C. Clean Air cut
B. Anti-Pollutant Act D. Environmental Security Act

114. Through the Galleon Trade (1565-1815), the philippine extended contact with:
A. China C. Spice island
B. Mexico D. Spain
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MARCH 20, 2016

115. Which is TRUE of metalloids?


A. Conduct heat better than metals
B. Conduct electricity better than metals
C. Have properties of both metals and non-metals
D. Conduct heat and electricity less effective than non-metals

116. varoius expeditions by Spanish adventures were completed by the 17 th century


resulting in the Hispanic conquest of Latin America. Who was the spanish commander
who led an expedition against the Incas Empire setting up settlements as far as Buenos
Aires in 1536?
A. Hemon Cortez C. Inez dela Cruz J.R. Pole
B. Basco Dagama D. Pizzarro

117. Students who bully their classmates should be ashamed of:


A. Himself C. Themselves
B. Ourselves D. Oneself

118. Cognitive skills are not easily observable because they are:
A. Psychological C. Mental
B. Overt D. Hidden

119. Even when her friends betray her, Paula bears no rancor in her heart because
she is not .
A. Insulted C. Embarassed
B. Consoled D. Bitter

120. Drama to be the most interesting co-curricular activity of the year.


A. Appear C. Appearing
B. Appears D. Are appearing

121. The pen name of Samuel Clemens is:


A. Robert Drowning C. Edgar Allan Poe
B. George Eliot D. Mark Twain

122. What organism would most likely be in arctic environmnet?


A. Crocodile C. Turkey
B. Maya bird D. Walrus

123. Which is the largest country in Asia?


A. India C. Philippines
B. China D. Indonesia
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MARCH 20, 2016

124. Which law enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1916 establishe a bicameral
legislature in the philippines with the Senate (Upper House) and House of
Representatives (Lower House) to be composed of elected Filipinos?
A. Mc kinley Law C. Jones Law
B. Cooper Law D. Philippine Legislative Law

125. Piliin ang salitang walang diptonggo.


A. Aliw C. Sayaw
B. Kulay D. Musika

126. What was the name of forced labor imposed during the Spanish regime?
A. Bandala C. Recopilacion
B. Polo D. Servico manual

127. Guzman Company manufactures beds. In its catalog a double bed is priced at
₱5,000.00 less a discount to the trade of 20%. What will Rosas Department Store have
to pay for the bed?
A. ₱4,150.00 C. ₱4,000.00
B. ₱4,100.00 D. ₱4,200.00

128. The fraction halfway between 3/7 and 4/7 is:


A. 1/4 C. 1/2
B. 1/8 D. 1/3

129. Find the amount and compound interest converted quarterly in five years on
₱20,000.00 T 8%.
A. ₱22,700.00 C. ₱29,718.95
B. ₱19,000.95 D. ₱25,500.00

130. What figure of speech is the following: “He was helpless as a child.”
A. Synecdoche C. Alliteration
B. Irony D. Simile

131. We admire when Minoa speaks English fluently with .


A. Him, me C. Had, we
B. Him, them D. Her, us

132. Who is the first man to replace myth with natural laws and uses observing tha all
living things are elements of nature?
A. Aristotle C. CladiusPtolemy
B. Pythagoras D. Thales of Melitus

133. Bagdhad is to Iraq as is to Syria.


A. Yemen C. Turkey
B. Jordan D. Damascus
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MARCH 20, 2016

134. Read the following stanza and answer the item that follows.

Though nothing can bring back


The hour of splendor in the grass
Of glory in the flower
We will grieve not
Rather find strenght in what remains behind

The stanza is an example of .

A. Rhyme verse C. Sonnet


B. Baiku D. Free verse

135. Neither the teacher nor the students present in the affairs.
A. Were C. Was
B. Is D. Am

136. Civilization is where large ideas and tools, as well as human sttlements
flourished. Where do historians say civilization had first been born?
A. China C. India
B. Egypt D. Middle East

137. a good way to make your web pages attractive is by applying:


A. Shades C. Color
B. Graph D. Figure

138. In a flame test, the presence of boron in a solution is evident by what color of
flame?
A. Brick green C. Gold
B. Lilac D. Bright green

139. Which Spanish policy provided the resettlement of Fipino communities to form
town centers of cabeceras?
A. Assimilation C. Essimenda system
B. Reduccion D. Bandala

140. “The figure must be transmuted in order to understand the grade.” The underline
word means:
A. Summed C. Surpassed
B. Estimated D. Changed
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MARCH 20, 2016

141. Read the stanza and answer the item that follows:

In the fell clutch of circumstance


I have not winced nor cried aloud
Under the bludgeoning of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed

“my head is bloody, but unbowed” is an example of which figure of speech?

A. Metaphor C. Simile
B. Hyperbole D. Alliteration

142. What is the basis for classifying plants based on phylogeretics considerations?
A. Natural composition C. Structural similarities
B. Physical composition D. Evolutionary sequence

143. The principal had issued the memorandum before she the student’s
request.
A. Will received C. Will be receiving
B. Received D. Receives

144. the Brundtland Commission defines it as “development that meets the needs of
the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own
needs.”
A. Uncompromising C. Ecological
B. Sustainable development D. Environmental development

145. What symbol is used to underline the text?


A. Ctrl + P C. Ctrl + D
B. Ctrl + R D. Ctrl + U

146. Graph of constant function.


A. Line down to the left C. Line up to the right
B. Vertical line D. Horizontal line

147. What diagnostic test allows microorganism to multiply in a medium under


controlled laoratory condition in order to determine tha cause of an infectious disease?
A. Chest x-ray C. Complete blood count
B. Urinalysis D. Microbial culture

148. which of the following is the most reliable tool for determining the student’s ability
to write?
A. Rubric C. Achievement test
B. Evaluation instrument D. Portfolio
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MARCH 20, 2016

149. What is the pressure exerting on the plasma membrane against the cell wall of
bacteria, fungi and plant cells?
A. Wall pressure C. Turgor pressure
B. Osmotic pressure D. Plasma pressure

150. Self-evaluation can be done in varoius ways, but this is NOT one of them:
A. Peer feedback session C. Self-videotape of class performance
B. Written reflection D. Use of an evaluation instrument
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MARCH 26, 2017

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The Filipinos are deeply religious, however, sometimes this religiosity instills the
NEGATIVE attitude of .
a. Total surrender to God in times of helplessness is best.
b. God who is omnipotent and omniscient will allow what is best.
c. Resignation and ends up into doing nothing to improve one’s condition.
d. Social responsibility to participate in the development of the society.

2. A story put together through an exchange of letter is called literature.


a. classic c. Epistolary
b. Fiction d. Episodic

3. A Filipino writer whose stories and poems depict Filipino-Spanish cultural beliefs and
traditions.
a. Nick Joaquin c. Bienvenido Santos
b. N.V.M. Gonzales d. EdilbertoTiempo

4. “Nothing happens in this world by chance; It is all of a grand design. “The author speaks
of one’s .
a. Dream c. Ambition
b. Luck d. Destiny

5. Andrew approached the platform with his speech. His palms were sweaty and his hands
were shaking. He felt the palpitations of his chest and perspiration began to appear at
his forehead. Andrew is experiencing .
A. Nausea c. Stage fright
B. Epilepsy d. Heart attack

6. Though nothing can bring back the hour of splendor in the glass. Of glory in the flower.
We will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind. The stanza expresses
.
a. Hope c. Despair
b. Loss d. Grief

7. The celebrated play of William Shakespeare abut two ill-starred who come from warring
families.
a. Hamlet and Ophelia c. Romeo and Juliet
b. Ana and the King d. Anthony and Cleopatra
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 26, 2017

8. Who is the proponent of the area theater?


a. Tinio c. Avellana
b. Carpio d. Montano

9. She is known for the love sonnets she wrote.


a. Edith Trempo c. Paz Marquez Benitez
b. Ophelia Dimalanta d. Gilde Cordero Fernando

10. The figure of speech, “Study and strong, the Filipinos are like the molave” is .
a. Irony c. Hyperbole
b. Metaphor d. Simile

11. What figure of speech is present in this line of the poem “The Brook”, “The second time
it was a tiny snakes”?
a. Simile c. Personification
b. Metaphor d. Apostrophe

12.A A description on a gravestone or a short poem in memory of a deceased person


is called a/an .
a. Maxim c. Motto
b. Epitaph d. Couplet

13. What is the repetition of similar sounds usually consonants in a group of words like:
“Doubting dreaming dream no mortal ever dared to dream before?
a. Rhyme c. Alliteration
b. Rhythm d. Onomatopoeia

14. Which assessment tool refers to the general group where students read the
questionnaire and respond in writing?
a. Problem solving c. Drawing analogies
b. Diagram d. Paper and pencil

15. What term represents the mixture of textual, audio, and visual modes of
communication?
a. Multimedia c. Information and Communication Technology
b. Multi-modality d. Media Information Literacy

16. The character who contrasts with another character is a/an .


a. Viltain c. Antagonist
b. Foil d. Support
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MARCH 26, 2017

17. What kind of linguistic studies how languages are constructed?


a. Applied c. Theoretical
b. Historical d. Descriptive

18. The adjective that expresses the supreme value of the noun like the capitalized phrase
in the sentence, “English is the MOST INTERESTING subject for Liza,” is called
.
a. Possessive adjective c. Demonstrative adjective
b. Predictive adjective d. Superlative adjective

19. Which is an example of a bound morpheme ending in-ion that changes a very into a
noun?
a. Nation c. Mention
b. Scion d. Action

20. EVERYONE met at the contest venue. The capitalized pronoun is an example of a/an:
a. Relative pronoun c. Demonstrative pronoun
b. Indefinite pronoun d. Interrogative pronoun

21. The following are the primary purposes of professional fees, except:
a. To reap return of investment.
b. To attract the right persons to the professions.
c. To gain advancement in professional knowledge and skill.
d. To provide a reasonable income for professionals and their families.

22. Rizal focused on La Liga Filipina to .


I. Unite the whole country
II. Fight violence and injustice
III. Revolt against Spaniards
a. I and II c. I and III
b. II and III d. II only

23. You have to take care when you critique the work of a Filipino. Your negative comment
may be mistaken to be an attack against his/her person. Upon which Filipino trait is this
advice based?
a. Adaptability c. Extreme personalism
b. “Sakop” mentality d. “Bayanihan” spirit
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MARCH 26, 2017

24. Which of the following was the first to happen?


a. The Philippine was ceded to the US by the treaty of Paris.
b. Aguinaldo declared Philippine Independence.
c. Guerilla welfare against the US was initiated.
d. Aguinaldo was captured.

25. Maternity leaves are extended to women. What legal extends this?
a. Article XIII Role and Rights of Peoples Organization
b. Article XIII Sec 14 women.
c. Article III Bill of Rights
d. Article XIV Education

26. What does “presumption of innocence” mean in so far as human right is concerned? A
suspect .
a. Is considered guilty unless proven otherwise.
b. Remain innocent until proven guilty.
c. Has the right to a legal counsel.
d. Has the right to remain silent.

27. In connection with the government transactions involving public interest, which policy is
adopted by the constitution to assure the public accountability and transparency?
a. Private enterprise and incentives to needed investments.
b. Rural development and agrarian reform.
c. Balance and healthful ecology.
d. Full public disclosure.

28. With the BatasangPambansa performing legislative and executive powers in the Marcos
Regime, which forms of government was implemented?
a. Dictatorial c. Parliamentary
b. Monarchial d. Presidential

29. Upon which is claim that there is no single universal standard to be used to judge any
culture based?
a. Cultural shock c. Ethical relativism
b. Culture diversity d. Cultural relativism

30. The event that implicated the 3 priest GOMBURZA, which resulted to their execution
was;
a. Cavite mutiny c. Bacoor massacre
b. Ilocos rebellion d. Cry of Pugadlawin
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MARCH 26, 2017

31. As a result of EDSA I, the Philippines .


a. Became known worldwide for its people power revolution.
b. Saw the impeachment of Joseph Estrada as president.
c. Intensified its participation in international affairs.
d. Changed its form of government to parliamentary.

32. Whose philosophy gives prominence to faith in understanding the existence of God?
a. St. Benedict c. St. Agustine
b. St. Peter d. St. Thomas Aquinas

33. Who proposed the theory of evolution that is based on natural selection?
a. Watson c. Charles Darwin
b. Lamarck d. Gregor Mendel

34. Dengue is an infectious disease transmitted by an organism classified under which


phylum?
a. Cnidaria c. Echinodermata
b. Mollusca d. Arthropoda

35. Polysaccharides, triglycerides, polypeptides, and nucleic acids are classified as


.
a. Mixtures c. Macromolecules
b. Compounds d. Acids and bases

36. Which among the following is the only method of contraception that has 100% success
rate?
a. Abstinence c. Injectable contraceptives
b. Withdrawal d. Daily oral contraceptive pills

37. Animals which live on land but return to the water to breed.
a. Reptiles c. crustaceans
b. Amphibians d. Mammals

38. The appendix, though a part of the large intestine, has no digestive function. It is
therefore called .
a. An addendum organ c. A heterogeneous organ
b. A vestigial structure d. An analogous structure
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MARCH 26, 2017

39. Some genetic disorders are caused by the damage DNA, which cannot be repaired.
This shows .
a. Pathology c. Speciation
b. Mutation d. Embryology

40. Which of the following pairs demonstrates symbiosis?


a. Termites and woods c. Monkey and banana
b. Bee and flower d. Chick and corn plant

41. Which part of our body serves as a lever, a kind of simple machine?
a. Bone c. Spinal cord
b. Neurons d. Tendon

42. Substances which cells chemical changes in foods are called?


a. Enzymes c. Vitamins
b. Red cells d. Hormones

43. Of the following organisms, which are included under kingdom plantae?
a. Protozoa c. Magnolidae
b. Fungi d. Prokaryotes

44. Birds shed off feathers at least once a year through a process called .
a. Molting c. Furrowing
b. Plant d. Migrating

45. Which organism could be classified as a producer in a community?


a. Herbivore c. Animal
b. Plant d. Carnivore

46. Studies show that there are parts of the body that have lost their usefulness and which
may later disappear. What are these organs called?
a. Residual c. Fossilized
b. Extinct d. Vestigial

47. Some bacteria are classified as saprophytes because they are organisms which
.
a. Contain vascular bundles
b. Feed on other living things
c. Feed on dead organic matter
d. Manufacture food for photosynthesis
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MARCH 26, 2017

48. In which part of the rice plant is sugar manufactured?


a. Roots c. Leaves
b. Stem d. All of the above

49. what do you call the small, hair-like structures which line the inside wall of the small
intestine and which greatly assist in the speeding up of food absorption?
a. Villi c. Duodena
b. Cilia d. Alveoli

50. Smooth muscles are generally found in .


a. In the heart c. At the joint
b. In the digestive system d. Attached to the skeleton

51. In the flowering plants, nectar and brightly colored petals attract insects. What process
is most directly aided by these adaptations?
a. Germination c. Fertilization
b. Pollination d. Differentiation

52. Between which of the following does crossing over occur?


a. Sister chromatids of the same chromosomes
b. Two different kinds of chromosomes
c. Non-sister chromatids of a bivalent
d. Two different kinds of bivalents

53. Which part of the brain acts as the center of our emotions?
a. Thalamus c. Cerebrum
b. Medulla d. Cerebellum

54. The tough skeleton that serves for protection among the trilobites and crayfish are
.
a. Spicules c. Calcium carbonate
b. Pulp d. Chitin

55. Which of the following should a person working with plants do to remove apical
dominance?
a. Pruning c. Transplanting
b. Fertilizing d. Deep watering of the roots
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MARCH 26, 2017

56. Translocation of organic compounds in plants through the phloem is from storage
regions where metabolism is high. The regions are known respectively as:
a. Leaves and stems c. Sink and source
b. Source and sink d. Stems and leaves

57. Where does the fertilization of human eggs most often take place?
a. Ovary c. Uterus
b. Vagina d. Oviduct or fallopian tube

58. A vegetable grower is selecting good squash seeds that will surely germinate. What is
the usual practice?
a. Place them in water and select those that sink.
b. Open and find out if has cotyledon.
c. Select those that float in water
d. Press and get the hard one.

59. Tanny Cruz, a meteorologist announced a tropical cyclone spotted North of Batanes
with wind speed of 200 lph. What kind of weather disturbance is expected to hit
Batanes?
a. Typhoon c. Tropical depression
b. Super typhoon d. Tropical storm

60. It may seem frivolous to you, but it’s important to me. What does frivolous mean?
a. Vital c. Worthless
b. Practical d. Significant

61. Which dimensions of language is concerned with sound and stress?


a. Phonology c. Supra-segmental
b. Segmental d. Phonemes

62. The most violent yet the smallest storm typically only thirty meters in diameter.
a. Cyclone c. Tornado
b. Typhoon d. Tsunamis

63. What does a professional code of ethics prescribe for all?


a. Strict law implementation
b. Civility and social consciousness
c. Moral standard and ethical behavior
d. Rules and regulations in practicing one’s profession
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MARCH 26, 2017

64. The primary purpose of taxation is to:


a. Make the country a leading industrialized country in the world.
b. Raise revenue for the support of government.
c. Reduce inequalities in wealth and income.
d. Fortify the government against invaders.

65. Which of the following state the right to human dignity?


a. Fair trial c. Honor and reputation
b. Property, ownership d. Political independence

66. It is the declaration and enumeration of the individual right and privileges which the
constitution is designed to protect against violations by the government, by groups or by
individuals.
a. Bill of rights c. Constitutional rights
b. Political rights d. Political rights

67. Under the 1987 Constitution, which among its basic principles embody the sociological
aspects of life?
a. empowerment of suffrage
b. Separation of state and church
c. Recognition of family as a basic social institution
d. Empowerment of people power

68. What is the biggest reason why the Philippines political system is so flawed from the
time of the datus to the Spanish encomienda system that has always been a system of
patronage, which political power vested in the hands of a few families?
a. Dynasty c. Indigenous group
b. Sibling rivalry d. Tribe

69.A A society cannot exist without a government. Which word is synonymous


with government?
a. Restraint c. Check and balance
b. Authority d. Domination

70. Man is to be hailed as a social being. What does this line mean?
a. He must introduce himself in social gatherings.
b. He necessary attends social events.
c. He does not live only for himself.
d. He does not need other people.
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MARCH 26, 2017

71. Refers to the increasing reliance on markets, not governments, to guide economic
activity.
a. Deregulation c. Liberation
b. Privatization d. Globalization

72. In field study, parents observed to be caring, but unmindful of their children’s manners
at home are considered .
a. Permissive c. Rejection and neglecting
b. Authoritarian d. Authoritative

73. It is a global financial body which imposes sanctions on countries who fail to act against
money laundering.
a. The U.N. finance group c. The financial action task force
b. The federal reserve d. International monetary fund

74. Pag-aaral ng mgatuntuninkungpaanoinaayosangmgasalitasaloob ng pangungusap.


a. Sintaksis c. Ponema
b. Morpolohiya d. Ponolohiya

75. Isanguri ng tulanabinubuo ng labindalawangpantigbawattaludtodsaisangsaknong at


inaawitito ng marahan. Pangunahinghalimbawa ay angFlorante at Laura.
a. Dulaan c. Balagtasan
b. Awit d. kurido

76. pangungusapnatumutukoysapangyayaringpangkalikasan o pangkapaligiran.


a. Modal c. Eksistensyal
b. Temporal d. Penomenal

77. Tumutukoyitobilang ng pantigsabawattaludtod ng tula.


a. Sukat c. Tugma
b. Kariktan d. Talinghaga

78. Uri ng panghalipnaginagamitsapanturosamgabagay.


a. Palayon c. Panaklaw
b. Palagyo d. Pamatlig

79. Sapangungusapna “Malakasangbosesmo” angsalitangmalakasayisang .


a. Pandiwa c. Pangatnig
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b. Pang-uri d. Panghalip

80. Anoangsalitangugat ng PINAGLABANAN?


a. Laban c. Paglaban
b. Ilaban d. Labanan

81. Naglalaman ng mgabutyi ng karunungangkinapapalooban ng


mabutingpayonahangosatunaynakaranasan n gating mganinuno.
a. Salawikain c. Talinghaga
b. Palaisipan d. Bugtong

82. Alinsamgasumusunodangpangungusapna may paksa?


a. Mainitngayon c. Kay ganda ng paglubog ng araw
b. May pasokbabukas? d. Nagbabasasilasaaklatan

83. Anoangpokuas ng pandiwasapangungusapnaito?


Pinasyal ng magkakaibiganang Star City noongisangbuwan.
a. Sanhi c. Tagaganap
b. Direksyon d. Tagapagtanggap

84. Nagpapahayag ng lebel ng wikanaimpormalnanalikha at nabuosapagsasama-sama ng


mgasalitangpinaikli o pinahaba.
a. Balbal c. Pampanitikan
b. Lalawigan d. Kolokyal

85. “Pen pen de sarapen/ de cuchillo de almasen/ haw haw de carabaobatuten”.


Pinatunayan ng linyaangpaglaganap ng wikadahilsa:
a. Pananakop c. Pakikipagkalakalan
b. Heograpiya d. Modernisasyon

86. anonguri ng tayutayangpahayagnaito.


Angkabutihanmosabuhayangmagiginghakbangsapag-unlad.
a. Pagtutulad c. Pagpapalit-tawag
b. Pagwawangis d. Personipikasyon

87. panahonnaupangmagdilat ng mata at makisangkotsamgausapin. Ito’ynagpapahiwatig:


a. umiwassausapin c. Magisingsakatotohanan
b. kalimutanangusapin d. Idilatangmgamata
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88. alinsamgasumusunodnamalalimnasalitangginamitnatalataang may kasalunagtna


pares?
a. Tambuli-trumpeta c. Tagapukaw-tagagising
b. Maigupo-matalo d. Mapanlit-mapagkandili

89. Piliin angsalitangwalangdiptonggo.


a. Sisiw c. Musika
b. Bahay d. Kasuy

90. Anoangtuntuninngayonnasusundinsapagtutumbassa Filipino ng “rice terraces”?


a. Hiramin ng ganap
b. Gamitinangkatutubongkatumbas
c. Kung anoangbigkassiyaangsulat
d. Tumbasansaespanyol at baybayinsa Filipino

91. Iyonlamangnakakaranas ng mgalihimnakalungkutanangmaaaringmakakilala ng


lihimnakaligayahan. Angmgapahaygnaito ay nagsasaan ng:
a. Kagandahan ng buhay c. Paghihikahossabuhay
b. Kapangitan ng buhay d. Kalungkutan ng buhay

92. Alinsamgapangungusapangwalangpaksa?
a. Nag-aawitanangmganasaloob ng simbahan
b. Ibinigaykonaangperasaiyo
c. Dumatingkasanasaoras
d. Agosto natalaga

93. Alinditoangmgasalitanaangkahulugan ay ibasakahulugan ng mgasalitangbinubuo?


a. Pahayag c. Ekspresyongidiomatiko
b. Tayutay d. Salitangupemistiko

94. Tukuyinanguri ng pangungusapnaitongwalangpaksa. “Walanganuman”.


a. Patanong c. Eksistensyal
b. Panagot d. Pormulasyongpanlipunan
95. Anongkahalagahanangmaipababatid ng komunikasyonsataosamgapagkakataong may
alitansapagitan ng mgamiyembro ng isangpamilya?
a. Napagtatagumpayanmakamitangmgapangarap
b. Napag-uugnayangmgapusongnagkakalayo
c. Nakatatanggap ng mgabagongkaalaman
d. Nakapagbibigay ng impormasyon
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96. Tandaanmonalahat ng paghihirapni Bong ay saiyongmagandangkinabukasan.


a. Ukol c. Tungkol
b. Sanhi d. Upang

97. Angpagdadasal at pananalig ay sataoupangmapalapitsiyasadiyos.


a. Mag-tulungan c. Nakatutulong
b. Nakakatulungan d. Nakakatulong

98. Paraan ng pagbuo ng salitanaginagamitan ng tatlonguri ng panlapi.


a. Hulapi c. Kabilaan
b. Laguhan d. Unlapi

99. Sapangungusapna “Siyaangnagturosaakingsumulat.” Anoangtawagsasalitangito.


a. Anaphora c. Katapora
b. Panghalipnapanao d. Panghalippamatnig

100. Alinsamgasumusunodangsalitangpambansa?
a. Kamusta c. Nagdadalantao
b. Pinoy d. Mapagkumbaba

101. What is total amount after adding interest of 8% on ₱10,000.00 for three years?
a. ₱12,400.00 c. ₱11,000.00
b. ₱13,400.00 d. ₱15,000.00

102. In how many ways can 5 basketball players be chosen from a group of 9
players?
a. 211 c. 126
b. 15,120 d. 362,880

103. The reading on a water meter in April and May are 417.8 kl. And 430.4 kl. If there
is a basic charge of 23 pesos and the cost per kl is 20 pesos. How much is the billing for
water consumption between the two months?
a. ₱2520 c. ₱2543
b. ₱272 d. ₱275

104. How many glasses of Cola each to be filled with 150 cu cm of the liquid can be
made from five family size bottles of cola each containing 1.5 liters?
a. 60 c. 40
b. 45 d. 50
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105. If a pair of angles is complementary and equal in measure, then each angle
measures:
a. 45 degrees c. 90 degrees
b. 75 degrees d. 90 degrees

106. If a sack of rice contains 231/3 kg., how many kg are there in 15 sacks of rice?
a. 300 c. 355
b. 350 d. 345

107. What are the prime factors of 120?


a. 2x3x4x5 c. 2x2x2x3x5
b. 2x4x3x5 d. 2x2x2x6x5

108. On a certain day, three computer technicians took turns in manning a 24hour
internet shop. The number of hours Cesar, Bert and Danny were on duty was in the
ration 1:2:3, respectively. The shop owner pays them Php 40 per hour. How much
would Danny receive for the day?
a. Php 230 c. Php 480
b. Php 160 d. Php 980

109. It can used to show the progress in academic grades over four quarters.
a. Pie graph c. Line graph
b. Bar graph d. Circle graph

110. What day follows the day before yesterday if three days from now will be
Monday?
a. Saturday c. Wednesday
b. Friday d. Thursday

111. Which laws states that heat flows from bodies at high temperature to one at low
temperature:
a. Energy change c. Transformation of energy
b. Retention of energy d. Thermodynamics

112. If you lift one load up to stories, how much work did you do compared to lifting
one load up only one story?
a. One half as much c. Four times as much
b. The same amount d. Twice as much

113. An unpolarized beam transverse wave is one who vibration:


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a. Occur in all directions perpendicular to their direction of motion


b. Have not passed through a Polaroid disk
c. Are confined to a single plane
d. Occur in all direction

114. Which is an unlawful act of escaping from payment of taxes?


a. Shifting c. Avoidance
b. Evasion d. Exemption

115. Which of the following combinations of length and cross-sectional area will give a
certain conductor the least resistance?
a. L & A c. 2 L & 2 A
b. ½ & 2 A d. 2 l & ½ A

116. The ratio of the number of carabaos, goats and cows in the farm is 5:1:12. If
there are 48 animals of these kinds in his backyard, how many of them are goats?
a. Two c. Four
b. Six d. Eight

117. What are the factors of 85x3 – 35x2 + 5x?


a. 5(13-7x2+x) c. 5(13x3-7x+1)
b. 5 x3(13-7+1) d. 5(13x2-7x+1)

118. If a picture frame is 27 cm long and 18 cm wide, what is the ration of its length to
its width?
a. 2:3 c. 5:3
b. 3:2 d. 3:5

119. What is the probability of getting a multiple of three when a die is lossed?
a. 1/4 c. 1/3
b. 1/2 d. 1/6

120. What measure of central tendency can best describe the size of t-shirts
commonly used by teen-agers?
a. Median c. Mode
b. Mean d. Both B and C

121. Simplify (2x2 y z4)2


a. 4 x4 y z6 c. 4 x2 y z3
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b. 2x4 y2 z6 d. 4 x4 y2 z6

122. Which among measures of central tendency is not influenced by outliers?


a. Mode c. Median
b. Mean d. Weighted mean

123. During a summer, a lady boss visits Bora every six days, and his best friend
every four days. If they visited Bora last April 11, what was the earliest date did both of
them visit Bora again?
a. April 23 c. May 11
b. April 21 d. May 5

124. Find the volume (in cubic inches) of a rectangular solid whose dimensions are
three feet,; 1/2 feet and 8 inches.
a. 8,530 c. 6,570
b. 8,640 d. 7,980

125. A water pipe ten feet long was cut into two with the shorter per measuring 2.5
feet, find the ration of the smallest part to the larger part.
a. 4:5 c. 1:4
b. 1:3 d. 2.5:10

126. Lorna is packing her things. She needs a box which can hold 75 cubic inches.
Which of the following could fit her need?
a. 4x4x4 c. 3x6x5
b. 3x6x7 d. 5x5x5

127. Which of the following gives the sum of the polynomials (a2 + b2 + ab) and 3a2 +
4ab + 2b2?
a. 5a2 + 5b2 + 5ab c. 4a2 + 5ab + b2
b. 3a2 + 5ab – 2b2 d. 4a2 + b2 + 5ab

128. A cube is rectangular solid, the length, width and height of which have the same
measure called the edge (e) of the cube. The volume of the cube is found by cubing the
measure of the edge. What is the volume of the cube whose edge is 4cm?
a. 64 cm3 c. 125 cm3
b. 27 cm3 d. 206 cm3
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129. A class composed of eighteen boys and twelve girls. In the quiz, the average
score of the boys was 85 while the girls was 88. Find the average score for the entire
class.
a. 88.2 c. 85.4
b. 87.8 d. 86.2

130. The arithmetic mean of a set of 50 numbers by 38. If two numbers, 45 and 55 are
discarded, the mean of the remaining set of numbers is:
a. 37.5 c. 37.24
b. 36.5 d. 37.0

131. Which of the following statements is always false?


a. The complement of any acute angle is acute
b. Angles that form a linear pair are complementary
c. Complements of congruent angles are congruent
d. Two adjacent right angles are supplement

132. What is the volume of air in an atmospheric balloon with a diameter of 24 cm?
a. 240 cm3 c. 570 cm3
b. 144 cm3 d. 2304 cm3

133. What is the simplest form of the expression?


a. 2x + 4y +17 c. 2x + 4y – 17
b. – 2x + 4y – 17 d. 2x + 4y

134. The zigzag road to Baguio represents which kind of simple machine?
a. Wedge c. Wheel and axie
b. Lever d. Inclined plane

135. Which of the following pairs demonstrates symbiosis?


a. Chick and corn plant c. Butterfly and bean flower
b. Man and lice d. Monkey and banana

136. When the stems of vines grow around poles of fences, what kind of response is
exhibited?
a. Hydrotropism c. Thigmotropism
b. Phototropism d. Geotropism

137. The Philippines belong to a type of biome called:


a. Grassland c. Tropical rainforest
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b. Taiga d. Deciduous forest

138. The U.S. was able to produce a test tube baby through a process called:
a. Internal fertilization c. In vitro fertilization
b. Gene pairing d. Protoplast fusion

139. Why are door knobs placed at the edge of a door rather than in the center?
a. To help give more momentum to the door
b. Closer to the edge of the doorway
c. To increase the force on the floor
d. To increase the lever arm

140. Why does a tree slowly die when its bark all around it is removed?
a. Its protective layer is cut c. The tree cannot manufacture food
b. The cambium is injured d. The phloem vessels are cut

141. What is the ability of the listener to understand the speaker’s intentions?
a. Interpretability c. Comprehensibility
b. Intelligibility d. Acceptability

142. “Life is like a roller coaster,” is an example of what figure of speech?


a. Metaphor c. Personification
b. Simile d. Hyperbole

143. In fiction, the transformation of a character from arrogance to humility is referred


to as:
a. Realism c. Mellowing
b. Catharsis d. Turning point

144. “Debit card and Bad credit,” “The earthquake and the queer shake,” are
examples of:
a. Contracts c. Oxymoron’s
b. Puns d. Anagrams

145. What does the presence of these three divinities: Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos
in Greek myth symbolize?
a. Power of immortals over mortals
b. Mortal’s fate depends on the gods
c. Destiny cannot be controlled by anyone
d. Immortals play a great part in mortal’s life
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146. The Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) is very significant in the


development of:
a. Critical content c. Content & performance standards
b. Learning resources d. Learning competences

147. Why can mirror form clear images?


a. The angle of reflection is equal to the angle of refraction
b. The angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection
c. Light is irregular reflected?
d. Light is regularly refracted

148. It lays the strong foundation of any curriculum. A curriculum planner or specialist
implementer or the teacher, school heads, evaluator anchors his/her decision making
process on this philosophy.
a. Essential philosophy c. Educational philosophy
b. Existential philosophy d. Scientific philosophy

149. Which of the following is not one of the three major aspects of scientific social
research?
a. Theory c. Data collection
b. Philosophy d. Data analysis

150. This Filipino trait would have been a beautiful one if it hadn’t been denuded of
nobility by joining the bandwagon of corrupt officials and politicians.
a. Magalang c. Masunurin
b. Masinop d. Pakikisama
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The new teacher narrated with how she still can’t believe that she topped the
LET.
a. Candor c. Pulchritude
b. Aplomb d. Rancor

2. If you want to an anchor for a TV show, you must have a command on your language
and be really .
a. Aplomb c. Impertinent
b. Pulchritude d. Loquacious

3. Arthur fifteen kilometers before he realized that he was going north


instead south.
a. Had driven c. Was driving
b. Drove d. Has driven

4. Under the microscope, the unkown virus appeared to be an amorphous mass. All
except one of the following words have the same meaning as the word amorphous.
Which one?
a. Formless c. Amorphous
b. Blobby d. Distinct

5. Statistics misleading.
a. Is c. Was
b. Are d. Had

6. The morning air smells in the garden than in the living room.
a. Sweet c. Sweetly
b. Sweeter d. More sweet

7. Alfred got his only failing mark from .


a. A boring Physics old instructor c. An old Physics boring instructor
b. A boring old Physics d. An old boring Physics instructor

8. Which word is the direct object in the sentence:


Aron brought his mom souvenirs from each European city that he has been to.
a. Aron c. Souvenirs
b. Mom d. City

9. AGENDA : CONFERENCE :: .
a. Map: trip c. Executive: employee
b. Man: woman d. Agency: assignment

10. DOCTOR: HOSPITAL :: .


a. Cow: farm c. Sports fan: stadium
b. Criminal: jail d. Professor: college
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11. Everyone, except is attending the meeting today.


a. Us c. They
b. We d. Them

12. Read the sentence:


Also, distracting a blind person’s guide dog could out the owner in danger, so do not pet
it.

If you rewrite the sentence beginning with Also, don’t pet a blind person’s guide dog
because distracting; the next word (s) should be .
a. It c. Them
b. Her d. Him

13. some college graduates make career decisions based on salary and prestige
A B
irregardless of their desires and intellectual aptitudes.
C D
a. A c. C
b. B d. D

14. Which symbol is used to open a documents?


a. Ctrl + O c. Ctrl + V
b. Ctrl + D d. Ctrl + S

15. Epistolary literature combines together a story through the characters exchange of.
a. Poems c. Short stories
b. Letters d. Text messages

16. Paulo is terribly on edge. What does ON EDGE mean


a. Eager c. Unprepared
b. Nervous d. Shrewd

17. Though the black sheep of the family. Jude later became a good teacher. What does
the idiom black sheep mean?
a. Trustworthy person
b. Active, energetic & driven person
c. Cherished above all other family members
d. Disreputable member of the family

18. In which sentence does the speaker want to disagree with the previous speaker who
said “Is it true she can’t swim?” The CAPITALIZED words represent the stressed words.
a. No, she can SWIM! c. NO, SHE CAN SWIM!
b. No, SHE can swim! d. NO, she CAN swim!
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19. What figure of speech is “A tree whose hungry mouth is prest against the earth’s sweet
flowing breast?”
a. Hyperbole c. Apostrophe
b. Irony d. Personification

20. Which constitutional safeguard prevents one branch of government form becoming
powerful or abusive?
a. Ombudsman c. Impeachment
b. Laissez d. Laissez Faire

21. The lawyers argument is impertinent to the case being discussed because it is:
a. Logical b. Clear c. Chargeable d. Irrelevant

22. Which policy of the state provides preferential attention to the welfare of the less
fortunate members of Philippine society?
a. Bill of rights c. Distributive society
b. Social justice d. Criminal justice

23. The philippine lies in the , an area where many volcanoes are active.
a. Ring of fire c. Archipelago fault line
b. Wheel of fire d. Volcanic rim

24. Which of the following is a segmentec worm that can be used facilitate anticoagulation?
a. Earthworms c. Bloodworms
b. Maggots d. Leeches

25. What figure of speech is used in this line from “The Lord’s Prayer”:
“Give us this day our daily bread.”
a. Synecdoche c. Metonymy
b. Metaphor d. Simile

26. What type of poetry is Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem (with an excerpt below) where he
asks the wind to infuse him with the power to spread his ideas of reform and revolution
just as it sweeps away dead autumn leaves.
O Wild West Wind, thou breath of Autumn being,
Thou, form whose unseen presence the leaves dead
Are diren, like ghosts from an encounter fleeing …

a. Haiku c. Free verse


b. Ode d. Sonnet
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27 – 28. Based on an excerpt from William Shakespeare’s play, choose the best answer
to the following questions.

She never told her love,


But let concealment, like a worm i'th’ bud, Feed on her damask cheek.
She pinned in thought,
And with a green and yellow metancholy.
She sat like patience on a monument, Smiling at grief.
Was not this love indeed?

27. The passage describes a woman who is


a. Experiencing the joy of falling in love
b. Overwhelmed by regret for the man she has lost
c. Worried that her change of heart will be discovered
d. Consumed by the love she holds in secrecy

28. Lines 2 and 5 contain examples of.


a. Allusion c. Simile
b. Metaphor d. Alliteration

29. In Joyce Kilmer’s poem “Trees”, what part of the tree is referred to in the following lines?
A tree whose hungry mouth is prest
Against: the sweet earth’s flowing breast;
a. Fruits c. Stems
b. Roots d. Leaves

30. What is the key idea expressed in the stanza below?


Time is a pair of scissors
And life, a boll of brocade
When the lost section is done
The scraps are committed to a bonfire.
a. Transilariness of life c. Beauty of life
b. Cruelty of time d. Destruction of beauty

31. Sa pagpapatupad ng K-12, anong brayti ng wika ang gagamitin sa mga paaralan sa
unang hakbang?
a. Idyolek c. Sosyolek
b. Dayalekto d. Register

32. “Pen pen de serapen/ de cuchillo de almasen/ haw haw de carabao batuten/ sipit
namimilipit, gintong pilak, namumulaklak sa tabi ng dagat.” Pinatutunayan ng linyang ito
ang paglaganap ng wika dahil sa .
a. Pananakop c. Pakikipagkalakalan
b. Heograpiya d. Modernisasyon
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33. Ito ay isang bahagi ng pamahayagan na batay sa pananaliksik at isinusulat sa paraang


kawili-wili.
a. Pangulong Tudling c. Editoryal
b. Lathalain d. Komento

34. Ang salitang KATA ay tumutukoy sa .


a. Tagapagsalita c. Pinag-uusapan
b. Kinakausap d. Tagapakinig

35. Salaysay: Pangungusap: Tula: .


a. Tugma c. Taludtod
b. Saknong d. Bilang

36. Ano tawag sa nasa malaking titik sa sumusunod na pangungusap?


a. Kataga c. Sugnay
b. Salita d. Pararila

37. “Mahal kita, mahal kita, hindi ‘to bola/ Ngumiti ka man lang sana ako’y nasa langit na.”
Ang salitang pampanitikan na ginamit sa linya ng kanta ay nangangahulugang .
a. Pakikipagkaibigan c. Sinisinta
b. Napakasaya d. Bolero

38. Ang mga salitang HILAW at HANAY ay nagtataglay ng ponemang segmental na .


a. Ponema c. Morpema
b. Diptonggo d. Klaster

39. Ang uri ng panlaping matatagpuan sa unahan, gitna at hulihan ng isang salita.
a. Paglalapi c. Kabilaan
b. Laguhan d. Langkapan

40. Ang salitang utol ay mauuri bilang isang .


a. Balbal c. Dayalekto
b. Kolokyal d. Lalawiganin

41. Ang epikong isinalin ni Padre Jose Castano sa tulang kastila at inilathala sa Espanya
1895 ay nahihinggil sa kauna-unahang tao sa Kabikulan.
a. Ibalon c. Darangan
b. Hudhud at Alim d. Maragtas
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Matulog ka na bunso
Ang ina mo’y nasa malayo,
May putik may balaho
Hindi ko masundo

42. Ito ay isang halimbawa ng:


a. Diona c. Soliranin
b. Oyayi d. Kumintang

Hila mo’y tabak…


Ang bulaklak, nanginig!
Sa paglapit mo.
(“Tutubi” ni Gonzaga K. Flores)

43. Ang tula ay isang .


a. Tanaga c. Epiko
b. Haiku d. Oyayi

44. Halaw sa tulang Filipino na isinulat ni Jose Corazon de Jesus noong 1929 at nilapatan
ng musika ni Constancio de Guzman.
a. Bayan ko c. Magkaiisa
b. Pilipinas kong mahal d. Ako ay Pilipino

45. Anong taon ipinatupad ang anim na yunit ng Filipino rekwayrment katumbas ng
dalwang sabjek para sa mga digring ci-HUSOCOM sa kolehiyo?
a. 1973 c. 1997
b. 1987 d. 2007

46. Ang mimelikong larong isinasagawa kapag may lamay upang aliwin ang mga namtayan
sa pamamagitan ng pagtula.
a. Duplo c. Huwego de Prenda
b. Karagatan d. Dung-aw

47. Ang tulang pananambitan ng mga Ilokano na nagsasalaysay ng paghihinagpis ng


naulila at paghingi ng kapatawaran sa mga nagawang kasalanan o pagkakamaling
nagawa noong nabubuhay pa ang yumao.
a. Dung-aw c. Dallot
b. Balitaw d. Bayok

48. Ayon sa kautusang Tagapagpaganap Blg. 134 na nilagdaan ni Pangulong Manule L.


Quezon noong Disyembre 30, 1937, ang pambansang wika ng Pilipinas ay batay sa
anong wika?
a. Ilokano c. Waray
b. Tagalog d. Hiligaynon
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49. Nakaliwangwang: lupa: : .


a. Isda: tubig c. Inaanod: basura
b. Ibon: himpapawid d. Oras: ginagamit

50. Siya ang kinikilalang “Ama ng mga Manggagawa”.


a. Virgilio Almario c. Rogelio Sical
b. Amado V. Hernandez d. Wilfredo Pa Virtusio

51. Ang ang naitalang mahabang akdang panrelihiyon na naglalaman ng mga aral na
sakaysa mga tao sa mgagawaing banal sa pamamagitan ng mga gawa ng mga
pangunahing tauhan sa nobela.
a. Urbana at Felisa c. Doctrina Christiana
b. Banlaan at Josephat d. Nuestra Sencia del Rosario

52. Alin sa mga sumusunod ang MALI ang pagkakatumbas


a. Jose Rizal: Laong Laan
b. Marcelo del Pilar: Dolores Manapat
c. Andres Bonifacio: Agapito Bagumbayan
d. Jose Corazon de Jesus: Huseng Sisiw

53. Anong uri ng tayutay ang ginagamit sa mga sumusunod na pangungusap:

NABASA MO NA BA SI SHAKESPEARE?
PANULAT ANG BIBIG NG ISIPAN.

a. Pagmamalabis c. Senekdoke
b. Metonimya d. Balintunay

54. Which are the next three terms in the progression 1/125, 1/25, 1/5…..?
a. 0,5, 25 c. 5, 25, 125
b. 1, 5, 25 d. 10, 50, 250

55. What is the least common multiple of 24 and 80?


a. 360 c. 240
b. 80 d. 480

56. Which number has more than 4 factors?


a. 99 c. 95
b. 93 d. 97

57. If a = 9 x 23 and b = 9 x 124, what is b – a?


a. 809 c. 906
b. 805 d. 909
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58. What is the largest prime number less than 100?


a. 91 c. 95
b. 93 d. 97

59. The product of 2 whole numbers is 36, and their ratio is 1:4. Which of these is the larger
number?
a. 2 c. 9
b. 3 d. 12

60. If the ration of the number of carabaos, pigs and cows in a farm is 5:1:2 and there are
48 animals in all, how many of them are pigs?
a. 2 c. 6
b. 4 d. 8

61. A water tank contains 8 liters when it is 20% full. How many liters does it contain when it
is 75% full?
a. 15 c. 58
b. 30 d. 60

62. The number of boys attending a high school is twice the number of girls. If 1/6 of the
girls and 1 the boys play soccer, what fraction of the students plays soccer?
a. 1/3 c. 2/9
b. 1/24 d. 5/24

63. What is 3/4 of 2/3 of 12?


a. 2 c. 4
b. 3 d. 6

64. John wants to have an interest income of ₱3,000 a year. How much must have he
invest for one year at 8½?
a. ₱240 c. ₱37,500
b. ₱3,750 d. ₱53,700

65. How many 75-grams packs of sugar can be made from a 30-kilogram sack?
a. 25 c. 400
b. 40 d.2500

66. Carol’s average score on the her first 3 tests is 90. If her average on her last 2 tests is
80, what is the average score for all 5 tests?
a. 85 c. 87
b. 86 d. 88

67. If 5 = a2, then 5/a = ?


a. ax-1 c. ax-1
x/5 5/3
b. a d. a
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68. If Pedro’s scores in the three exams are 97, 94, and89. What score should he get on
the fourth exam to get an average of 95
a. 100 c. 98
b. 99 d. 97

69. If 8x + 8y + 64, what is the average of x and y?


a. 2 c. 8
b. 4 d. 16

70. Simplify: 3(2x – 5) – (6 – x).


a. 4x + 9 c. 7x – 9
b. 5x – 21 d. 7x – 21

71. Which of the following is equal to 3x2 +y ?


2y5 6x6
a. 4x4y4 c. 1
4x4y4
b. 1 d. 1
x4y4 x4y4

72. Factorize 2x2 – 5x – 3.


a. (2x – 1)(x + 3) c. (2x – 3)(x + 1)
b. (2x + 1)(x – 3) d. (2x + 3)(x – 1)

73. Ed and Lori went shopping. Ed spends ₱30 more than Lori in the first store and Lori
spends ₱12 than Ed in the second store. Which of the following must be true about
Lori’s total spending in the two stores compared to Ed’s?
a. Lori spent 2/5 of what Ed spent c. Lori spent ₱21 less than Ed
b. Lori spent ₱18 less than Ed d. Lori spent ₱42 less than Ed

74. Carmela drives 20 miles from her home to the store at a speed of 30 miles per hour. If
she drives return trip home at a speed of 40 miles per hour, what is the total amount of
time she spent drives?
a. 35 minutes c. 1 hour and 10 minutes
b. 50 minutes d. 1 hour and 30 minutes

75. Rosa, usind a super mower, can mow a lawn in 20 minutes. Her brother, Fidel, using a
hand mower, can mow the same lawn in 30 minutes. If they work together, how long will
it take them to complete the job?
a. 12 minutes c. 25 minutes
b. 21 minutes d. 52 minutes
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76. Th sum of two numbers is 52 while their difference is 14. Find the smaller number.
a. 15 37 37 – 15 = 22 c. 19 33 33 – 19 = 14
b. 17 35 35 – 17 = 18 d. 21 31 31 – 21 = 10

77. The area of a rectangle is 64. If its length is 16, what is its perimeter?
a. 48 c. 20
b. 40 d. 8

78. A tringle has a perimeter of 50. If 2 of its sides are equal and the third side is 5 more
than equal sides, what is the length of the third side?
a. 15 c. 25
b. 20 d. 10

79. Which two angles are complementary?


a. 22 degrees and 78 degrees c. 67 degrees and 23 degrees
b. 56 degrees and 24 degrees d. 140 degrees and 40 degrees

80. What is the slope of the line whose equation is 5y = 3x + 10?


a. 2 c. 5/3
b. 3 d. 3/5

81. What is the probability of getting a total of 11 when a pair of dice is lossed?
a. 1/6 c. 4/18
b. 1/18 d. 7/18

82. Two lottery tickets are drawn from 20 for first and second prizes. Find the number of
what two tickets can be drawn.
a. 380 c. 60
b. 270 d. 90

83. How many ways can people be assigned to 1 triple and 2 double rooms?
a. 120 c. 210
b. 270 d. 630

84. The year Ferdinand Magellan discovered the Philippines.


a. 1521 c. 1543
b. 1525 d. 1565

85. The Japanese successful invasion was climaxed by the surrender of the joint Filipino-
American forces on May 6, 1942. Where did this happen?
a. Corregidor c. Manila
b. Bataan d. Capas
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86. In 1565, Legazpi concluded a blood compact with the chief of Bohol. Who is referred
to?
a. Sikatuna c. Rajah Tupas
b. Raja Sulayman d. Lakandula

87. On june 12, 1898, Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo declared the Philippine Independence from
Spain. Which band played “Lupang Hinirang”?
a. Kawit, Cavite Marching Band c. Manila Marching Band
b. Malabon Marching Band d. Magdalo Marching Band

88. Who was the American President who proclaimed the Benevolent Assimilatio policy
during the American colonial years of the Philippines?
a. William Mckinley c. Theodore Roosevelt
b. Woodrow Wilson d. Franklin Roosevelt

89. For more than three centuries of Spanish rule, the church played a major role in the
political, social, economic and cultural aspects of the Filipinos. This is also known as:
a. Mercantilism c. Utilitarianism
b. Frailocracy d. Pharisaical

90. Which principle states that no man in this country is above the law and those laws must
be obeyed by all and applied to everyone without fear or favor?
a. Social Justice c. Rule of law
b. Rule of the majority d. Separation of Church and State

91. With the Batasang Pambansa in mind, which form of government was implemented
during the Marcos regime?
a. Monarchical c. Democracy
b. Presidential d. Parliamentary

92. The government wants a piece of private land for a government project. The owner
resisted the government. How may the government own the land?
a. Right of eminent domain c. Right of habeas corpus
b. Right of government ownership d. Right of sovereign over the governed

93. Our present govrnment is a democracy. Where does power reside?


a. In the 1987 Constitution c. In the Filipino People
b. In Congress d. in Local Government Units

94. Who is the humble automobile mechanic-turned-president who became known as


the“Man of the Masses”.
a. Magsaysay c. Macapagal
b. Quirino d. Osmena
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

95. Which of the following relieves a person from unlawful disappearance or restrain?
a. Writ of Habeas Corpus c. Writ of Kalikasan
b. Writ of Amparo d. Writ of Habeas Data

96. In which order did the following events take place in the Philippine history?
I. The passage of the Jones Law or the Philippine Autonomy Act
II. Advocacy of the Tydings-McDuffie Bill by Pres. Quezon and the Philippine
Senate
III. Establishment of the Philippine Commonwealth
IV. The establishment of Public School System in the Philippines
a. I, II, III, IV c. I, III, II, IV
b. II, III, IV, I d. IV I, II, III

97. He is the husband of Gregoria de Jesus.


a. Emilio Jacinto c. Andres Bonifacio
b. Mariano Gomez d. Gregorio del Pilar

98. Who among the following sided with the Filipinos in fighting for the secularization
movement?
a. Pedro Palaez c. Jose Burgos
b. Mariano Gomez d. Jacinto Zamora

99. He is known as an outstanding first Filipino diplomat who reprented the Philippine to the
negotiations that led to the Treat of Paris in 1898.
a. Manuel Quezon c. Andres Bonifacio
b. Don Pedro Perz de Tagle d. Felipe Agoncillo

100. At 16, Rizal experienced his first romance. He fell in love with which girl?
a. Segunda Katigbak c. Leonor Rivera
b. Gertrude Beckett d. Leonor Gonzalez

101. Which of the following graphs is useful in displaying data or information that
changes continuosly over time?
a. Bar chart c. Line Graph
b. Pie chart d. Histogram

102. What results when the government spends more than what it solicits in the form
of taxes?
a. Fiscal overspending c. Unfunded mandates
b. Excessive allotment d. Fiscal deficit

103. A tax whose burden, expressed as a percentage of income, increases as income


increases is called:
a. A progressive tax c. A regressive tax
b. A proportional tax d. None of the above
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

104. When one company controls the supply of softwares, what term applies?
a. Inflation c. Laissez Faire
b. Monopoly d. Law of supply

105. The Filipino who refused to surrender against the American forces and
proclaimed himself the president of the Republika ng Katagalugan Government.
a. Macario Sakay c. Isabelo delos Reyes
b. Gregorio Aglipay d. Felipe Agoncillo

106. It is the study of human behavior.


a. Psychology c. Sociology
b. Economics d. Anthropology

107. It is the smallest unit of society.


a. Home c. Family
b. School d. Barangay

108. Which of the following paintings earned Juan Luna a gold medal at the
Exposition Nacional de Bellas Artes?
a. Spoliarium c. Christian de Aqueronte
b. La Barca de Aqueronte d. La Muerte de Cleopatra

109. Who is the Father of Zarsule in the Philippines?


a. Severino Reyes c. Lucio San Pedro
b. Ryan Cayabyab d. Alejandro Cuvero

110. Who was the famous Austrian opera composer during the Classical Period
known as “Child Prodigy”?
a. Mozart c. Verdi
b. Haydos d. Beethoven

111. Two of his best-known works are Pieta and David.


a. Michelangelo c. Donatello
b. Raphael d. Da Vinci

112. Who among the following is given the distinction as the National Artist for
Sculpture?
a. Jose Alcantara c. Juan Luna
b. Napoleon Abueva d. Jose Blanco

113. The following are National Artists for Theater, except:


a. Rolando Tinio c. Severino Montano
b. Ramon Valera d. Wilfredo Ma. Guerrero
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

114. In what part of the female reproductive anatomy does a fetus develop?
a. The vagina c. The ovary
b. The cervix d. The uterus

115. Which hypothesis would you test by the scientific technique of experimentation?
a. Mitosis is the universal means of cell reproduction
b. The cell is the structural unit in living things
c. The rate of photosynthesis is independent of temperature
d. All proteins are composed of amino acids

116. What does the Pascal (pa) measure?


a. Velocity c. Mass
b. Pressure d. Temperature

117. A form of matter that can be further simplified may either be .


a. An element or a compound c. A mixture or an atom
b. An element or a mixture d. A mixture or a compound

118. When the moon is between the sun and the earth, the moon blocks the light from
the sun, therefore casting a shadow on the earth. This phenomenon is called .
a. Lunar eclipse c. Halley’s comet
b. Solar eclipse d. Umbra

119. Materials made of are good conductors of heat and electricity.


a. Glass c. Cloth
b. Plastic d. Metal

120. All acids contain the element .


a. Neon c. Nitrogen
b. Oxygen d. Hydrogen

121. In which layer of the atmosphere can you find the Ozone layer?
a. Troposphere c. Mesosphere
b. Stratosphere d. Exosphere

122. Which is a unit for mass?


a. Kilogram c. Mole
b. Ampere d. Liter

123. A body at rest will remain at rest and a body in motion will remain in uniform
motion along a straight line unless acted upon by an external force. This is stated by
.
a. Law of Acceleration c. Law of Amalgamation
b. Law of Interaction d. Law of Inertia
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

124. Meteorology can predict which of the following natual phenomena?


a. Volcanic eruptions c. Solar flares
b. Typhoons d. Earthquakes

125. Which type of rock, formed from molten or partly mlten magma, will most likely be
found around Mt. Pinatubo and Mayon Volcano?
a. Metamorphic c. Organic
b. Sedimentary d. Igneous

126. These statements about planets are true, EXCEPT:


a. The denser a planet is, the closer it is to the sun.
b. Planets closer to the sun have shorter years.
c. The farther a planet is from the sun, the cooler it is.
d. The anger the planet, the stronger is its gravitational pull on the sun.

127. Which of the following is an application of the thermodynamic property of change


in volume of matter in response to a change in temperature?
a. Putting steel utensils in a pot cooking food
b. Inflating of a rubber balloon
c. Placing small gaps in concrete or steel in railrod tracks and bridges
d. Handling hot kitchenware with thick cloth

128. What will happen to blue litmus paper when soaked in soda drinks? It will.
a. Remain blue because soda is a base
b. Remain blue because soda is an acid
c. Turn red because soda is a base
d. Turn red because soda is an acid

129. Which of the following organelles is not present in all cells?


a. Cell membrane c. Membrane-bound nucleus
b. Mitochondrion d. Ribosome

130. Which statement best describes veins?


a. They have samller diameters than arteries
b. They have thick walls
c. They carry oxygenated blood
d. They carry blood towards the heart

131. A man with type A blood marries a woman wuth type B blood. Which of the
following is IMPOSSIBLE?
a. They have a type A child c. They have a type O child
b. They have a type AB child d. None of the above
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

132. Which phase change is correctly defined?


a. Condensation is the change from gast to liquid
b. Melting involves a change from liquid to gas
c. Evaporation is a change from solid to gas without passing the liquid state
d. Sublimation is a change from solid to liquid

133. Which of the following pairs demonstrates symbiosis?


a. Man and lice c. Chick and corn plant
b. Monkey and banana d. Butterfly and bean flower

134. The zigzag road to Baguio represents which kind of simple machine?
a. Lever c. Wedge
b. Wheel and axle d. Inclined plane

135. Why is a dam built wider at the bottom than at the top?
a. To withstand the greater pressure at the bottom
b. To balance the ressure at the top
c. It holds up the dam better than at the center
d. It anchors the dam better

136. Two pots of the same size are filled with boiling water. One pot is colored white
and the other is black. In which pot will water cool faster?
a. Will cool at the same rate c. In black pot
b. In white pot d. In both pots

137. Which is/are (an) advantage/s of the coming of genetically-modified organisms


(GMO)?
I. Improved resistance of plants to diseases, pests and herbicides
II. Increased maturation time of fruits
III. Enhanced taste and quality

a. II and III c. I and II


b. I and III d. I only

138. Nuclear power relies on atom of the following chemical reactions?


a. Nuclear fusion c. Chemiosomosis
b. Binary fission d. Nuclear fission

139. You inherited tallness from your father. Physical traits are transmitted from
parents to offspring through .
a. Gametes c. Alleles
b. Chromosomes d. Genes
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

140. If no more solute can be disolved in a solvent at a given temperature, then that
solution is called .
a. Saturated c. Saturable
b. Unstable d. Dispersed

141. A horizontal row of elements on the Periodic Table is known as a(n) .


a. Group or family c. Size
b. Atomic number d. Period or series

142. Geothermal energy, an energy resource in the country, is based on which


phenomenon?
a. Earth’s internal energy heats its surface more than the sun does.
b. There are concentrations of heta in some places of earth’s crust.
c. Heat energy from the sun penetrates deep into the earth.
d. Human activity is the largest source of heat energy on earth.

143. A virus has a protective shell that encloses its nucleic acid which is called .
a. Capsid c. Plasmid
b. Nuclear membrane d. Nucleoid

144. Which desktop icon can be used to assess the files and programs in the
computer?
a. My Briefcase c. My Computer
b. My Documents d. Taskbar

145. Which of the following is not a computer hardware?


a. Graphic card c. Modem
b. Random Access Memory d. Command

146. Which statement/s on ICT is/are TRUE?


I. The use of ICT has negative effects
II. The use of ICT has a lot benefits
III. The use of ICT is effective only in industrialized countries
a. I and II c. III only
b. II only d. I and III

147. Which of the following shows file size from largest to smallest?
a. Gigabyte, Megabyte, Kilobyte, Byte
b. Megabyte, Gigabyte, Kilobyte, Byte
c. Byte, Kilobyte, Megabyte, Gigabyte
d. Kilobyte, Megabyte, Byte, Gigabyte
GENERAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET B
MARCH 25, 2018

148. In line with the green use of ICT, which should be done when device breaks
down?
I. Refurbish it
II. Break it apart and use its components and parts
III. Use parts as spares
a. I only c. I and II
b. II only d. I, II and III

149. What does digital divide refer to?


I. The gap between people with effective access to digital and
information technology and those very emited or no access at all
II. The imbalance both in physical access to technology and the
resources and skills needed for effective participation
III. The gap in the ages of ICT users
a. I and II c. II only
b. III only d. I, II, and III

150. Tehnology, computers, and the Internet have been used for many classroom and
educational purpose. Which of the following is NOT a reason for computer use?
a. Strengthen teacher resources by offering a wider array of instructional tools
for the classroom
b. Enable more drill and practice on specific skills
c. Promote higher order thinking through simulations and collaborative action
research
d. Reduce violence by refocusing students on indibvidual computer tasks and
assignments
PREVIOUS ACTUAL
TEST
LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR
TEACHERS
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
SECONDARY
2015 - 2018
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. A school Division Superintendent has license as a Superintendent but not as a


Professional Teacher. Can his license as Superintendent takes the place of a
professional Teacher’s license?
A. Yes, if he has been Superintendent for at least 3 years.
B. Yes, because a Superintendent position is higher than that of a Professional
Teacher.
C. Yes.
D. No.

2. What is the overall stream for education, growth and fulfillment in the teaching
profession?
A. Merit and promotion C. In-service
B. Lifelong career D. Pre-service

3. Name the skills relevant to the teacher’s looking at problems as opportunities.


I. Responsiveness to problem-solving
II. Alertness to possibilities
III. Strong defense for tradition
IV. Capacity to forget problems

A. I, II, III and IV C. II, III and IV


B. I and II D. I, II and III

4. What does the Teacher Education Development Program signify as a prerequisite for
employment of teachers in basic education schools?
A. Job interviews for teacher applicants
B. Licensure Examination for Teachers
C. Induction of new teachers
D. National standard competencies among teachers

5. What does “Once a Teacher, forever a student” Imply for the Professional Teacher?
A. Teacher’s affinity with student
B. Student-centered instruction
C. Post-graduate studies for teachers
D. Lifelong learning

6. To whom does the word teacher refer?


I. Full time teachers
II. Part time teachers
III. Guidance counselors
IV. Libraries
A. I and II C. I, II and III
B. I, II, III and IV D. III and IV
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

7. A teacher introduces herself as teacher ONLY. What does this imply?


A. The teaching profession is not a very significant one.
B. The teaching profession is the lowest paid profession.
C. She must have been forced to pursue a career in teaching.
D. She takes no pride in the teaching profession.

8. How do orientation sessions help the new teacher?


I. Be attuned to the school environment
II. Learn guidelines to follow
III. Develop good relations
A. II and III C. I only
B. I and II D. I, II and III

9. Self-evaluation can be done in various ways, but this is NOT one of them:
A. Written reflection
B. Self-videotape of class performance
C. Use of an evaluation instrument
D. Peer feedback session

10. In order to assist new Teachers, which is the MOST EFFECTIVE way to clarify the
school’s goals and responsibilities early in the first year?
A. School curriculum C. Principal’s memorandum
B. Student’s Handbook D. Orientation

11. Of the following, which needy and qualified students are most deserving of government
funding assistance (scholarship; grants-in-aid, etc.)?
A. Students from cultural communities
B. Students who show high learning skills
C. Poor transferees from private schools
D. Students from suburban areas

12. Former DepEd Director Lolita Andrada described her humble early schooling: a silong
(ground floor of a house) converted into a classroom. Which best characterizes the
situation?
A. Church-school C. School-home connection
B. City school facility D. Rural village school

13. Students must be taught self responsibility is the desire of the teacher.
A. Utilitarianist C. Existentialist
B. Pragmatic D. Constructivist

14. What philosophical motive was behind public education during the American colonial
period?
A. Modernism C. Utilitarianism
B. Secularism D. Humanism
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

15. What problem is given focus by research studies which show low rate of work
absorption among technical/vocational graduates?
A. Highly protected formal sector C. Too long vocational courses
B. Training-job mismatch D. Penalized informal sector

16. To whose responsibility is assigned by the Philippine Constitution the establishment,


maintenance and support of a complete, adequate and integrated system of education?
A. The citizens C. The state
B. The legislators D. The local governments

17. Among the special rights of teachers, which is NOT provided by law?
A. Right to refuse regular assignments
B. Right for career advancement
C. Right to be accorded respect
D. Right for protection

18. Among the rights of the schools, which is NOT provided by the law?
A. Right for basic education to determine subjects of study
B. Right to provide proper governance
C. Right to enforce administrative systems
D. Right for institutions of higher learning to determine academic grounds for
admission

19. Of the following, which is the most effective way to advance practical oral proficiency of
students?
A. Give more group work compared with individual work
B. Request the construction of a school speech laboratory
C. Engage students in conventional activities
D. Give stress to correct grammar

20. From the Constitution, what is the condition for allowing students to be taught religion in
public schools?
A. Extra pay for teachers C. Upon written permission by parents
B. Catechists paid by government D. Outside of school hours only

21. Which theory calls for adaptation to the learner’s biological and developmental set of
characteristics?
A. Learning Style Theory C. Reading Readiness Theory
B. Emotional Intelligence Theory D. Multiple Intelligence Theory

22. Who is best equipped to lead in the formulation of an Individual Educational Plan for
Special Children?
A. Child therapists C. Parents of special children
B. Special education teachers D. Child psychologist
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

23. What is mainly addressed by early intervention program for children with disabilities,
ages 0 to 3 years old?
A. Prevention labeling of disabled children
B. Ensuring inclusion for special children
C. Early growth developmental lag
D. Identifying strengths and weaknesses in special children

24. How should teachers regard new trends and reforms in education?
A. As a development need
B. As a wave in millennial change
C. As an opportunity
D. As an issue or problem

25. What is the cultural trait of conflicting values that aims to please people in different
venues and situations rather than abide by principles?
A. Bahala na mentality C. Split-personality
B. Crab mentality D. Kanya-kanya system

26. Under R.A. 7722 or Higher Education Act of 1994, which agency has direct supervision
and management of teacher education institutions or colleges of education in the
country?
A. Commission on Higher Education C. Teacher Education Council
B. Professional Board of Teachers D. Department of Education

27. Under R.A. 7722 or higher Education Act of 1994, which agency identifies supports and
develops centers of excellence among higher education institutions in the country?
A. Department of Education
B. Professional Regulation Commission
C. Commission on Higher Education
D. Teacher Education Council

28. Along the aim of towards labor for integrity, which aspect of work needs to be taught to
future employers and employees in the 21st century workplace?
A. Industry skills and orientation C. Human Rights issues
B. Wages and incentives D. loyalty for company and work

29. What is the initial knowing process learned by the individual that revolves around
practical problem-solving?
A. Thinking C. Listening
B. Obeying D. Believing
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

30. Which of the following has greatly influenced the introduction of K-to-12 reform in basic
education?
A. Need to employ more teachers
B. Need to conform international standards
C. Need to allot for more funding
D. Need to upgrade facilities of schools

31. Blind cyclist and teacher Maria Bunyan won 8th place in the able-bodied Sydney 2000
Olympics. Of the following which is the central and fundamental quality she displayed by
never thinking that blindness is an impediment to becoming a great athlete?
A. Self-belief C. Perseverance
B. Dedication D. Passion

32. What is the degree of moral certitude of Alegre who entered into marriage only out of
obedience to her parents, but uncertain whether she wanted marriage at all?
A. Lax C. Doubtful
B. Probable D. Certain

33. What best describes “puwede na” mentality vs. excellence in service/work?
A. Arduous preparation C. Committed work
B. Resignation to mediocrity D. Striving to be the best

34. In the poem, “When in Distance with Fortune and Men’s Eyes” Shakespeare felt
depressed looking at his sad fate and wishing he were someone else more rich, with
many friends, with greater skills and future prospects in life. What is the best antidote to
such depressed feelings?
A. Deny that others have more than you have
B. Count your own blessings
C. Strive to surpass others
D. Think of others poorer than you are
35. Blind and unable to write, Milton felt depressed and useless. Which of following
prayerful invocation best reflects his feelings in saying “who best bear His mild yoke,
they serve Him best?
A. Lead us not into temptation C. Thy will be done
B. Gives us this day our daily bread D. Forgive us our sins

36. Among components to a morally mature person, which demonstrates that a teacher
applies moral principles (e.g. the Golden Rule) when making moral judgments?
A. Encourages others to communicate
B. Develops self esteem
C. Reflects on moral choices
D. Listens carefully to others
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

37. Among mistaken goals in the Acceptance Approach to discipline, what happens when
students seek to hurt others to make up for being hurt or rejected?
A. Revenge seeking C. Withdrawal
B. Power seeking D. Attention getting

38. On managing the class group, what is the problem when the class atmosphere is
punitive, tinged with partiality, too competitive or to exclusive?
A. Disturbance in group climate
B. Group emotions such as fear, depression, etc.
C. Dissatisfaction with classroom work
D. Poor group organization

39. To what problem type do students belong, who have short span, unable to sustain
concentration by being easily affected by sights, sounds or speech?
A. Withdrawn C. Low achiever
B. Defiant D. Distractible

40. If threat of punishment is necessary on erring students, how should this best be done?
A. First a warning before the threat
B. Make the threat with immediate punishment
C. Make the threat and reinforce with warning
D. Warn and threat at the same time

41. For group guidance in classroom management, what element is lacking when there are
tensions among individuals, cliques and subgroups, or student-teacher friction?
A. Disturbances in group climate
B. Dissatisfaction with classroom work
C. Poor interpersonal relations
D. poor group organization

42. Which of the following is the best option to deal with chronic behavior problems in the
classroom?
A. Indicate consequences of behavior
B. With gained confidence and skills
C. Be calm and consistent
D. Establish positive expectations for students

43. Which of the following best relate to basic literacy to learners?


A. Drills C. Field experience
B. Text-based learning D. Demonstration
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

44. If threat of punishment is necessary, which of the following expressed the threat with
LEAST severity?
A. “I will work for your removal from class and you are a shame to your classmates”
B. “I will send you to the principal’s office, or else also ask your parents to confer
with the principal”
C. “You will get shortened recess or receive more severe punishment”
D. “You will report early to school tomorrow or you will be marked absent”

45. Among mistaken goals in the Acceptance Approach to discipline, what happens when
students are not getting the recognition they desire, continually seek help, and refuse to
work unless the teacher hovers over them?
A. Withdrawal C. Attention getting
B. Power seeking D. Revenge seeking

46. Judging the relative severity of common classroom management strategies, which of
the following is LEAST severe if applied on erring students?
A. Surprise quiz C. Throwing student out of class
B. Lowering school mark D. Summons to principal’s office

47. To what problem type do students belong, who have difficulty due to low potential or
lack of readiness rather than motivation to work?
A. Underachiever C. Withdrawn
B. Low achiever D. Immature

48. Of subcategories of teacher movement behavior, what is happening when the teacher
bursts into activities without assessing student readiness and gives orders, statements,
or questions that confuse students?
A. Stimulus-bounded C. Thrust
B. Truncation D. Dangle

49. In the school, who is the key to the success or failure in teaching-and-learning, being
the link between the child and the curriculum?
A. The parent C. The student
B. The teacher D. The principal

50. For the group guidance approach to classroom management, what element is lacking
when work is badly scheduled, badly sequenced or confusing?
A. disturbances in group climate C. Poor interpersonal relations
B. poor group organization D. Dissatisfaction with classroom work

51. Which of the following is an active strategy in transformative education?


A. Drill C. Brainstorming
B. Lecture D. Demonstration
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

52. How does the “humaneness” of the teacher best describe when he/she is full of interest
and enthusiasm in the work of teaching?
A. Knowledge C. Perceptiveness
B. Responsiveness D. Sensitivity

53. For problems of discipline that cannot be resolved in class which of the following should
NOT be done as it reduces the authority of the teacher?
A. Rely on others to resolve your classroom problems
B. Analyze your methods
C. Give students a chance to redeem himself
D. Communicate with parents

54. Among the mistaken goals in the Acceptance Approach to discipline, what happens
when students feel helpless and rejected so that they remove themselves rather than
confront the situation?
A. Withdrawal C. Revenge seeking
B. Power seeking D. Attention getting

55. Among styles of classroom management, which expects teaches to specify rules of
behavior, consequence for disobeying them, and to communicate these rules and
consequences clearly?
A. Business-academic style C. Group managerial style
B. Behavioral modification style D. Assertive style

56. To manage behavior, the teacher needs to be able to identify the mistaken goals of
students. What is the hidden goal of students who refuse to cooperate or participate?
A. Goal is to get revenge C. Goal is to seek power
B. Goal is to isolate self D. Goal is to get attention

57. Under the psychomotor domain of learning what relates to expressive movement proper
posture, gesture, facial expression and creative movements, e.g. taking part in a play?
A. Skilled movements C. Non-discursive communication
B. Perceptual abilities D. Reflex movements

58. In the implementation of the curriculum at the classroom level, ineffective strategies are
called “Red”. Which of the following belongs to the Red Flag?
A. Integration of problem solving C. Content applied to real-life situations
B. Available enrichment activities D. Overemphasis on drill and practice

59. Of the following, which is NOT an example of instructional goals?


A. Critical understanding of Lyric poetic lines
B. Appreciation of art
C. Understanding mathematical concepts
D. Development of reading skills
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
SEPTEMBER 27, 2015

60. Which of the following will not serve the aims of Sequential Synthesizing Technique
(SST) to enhance one-way lecture in class?
A. Rhetorical questioning C. Plus-minus survey sheet
B. Test after the lecture D. Small group discussion

61. Following a model procedure how is the process in Problem-Based learning


sequenced?
I. List action for what we need to know 3
II. Explore the issues 1
III. Write solution with supporting document 4
IV. Develop and write problem statement 2
A. I, IV, II and III C. II, IV, I and III
B. II, I, IV and III D. III, I, IV and II

62. Under the domains of learning, to what domain do Comprehension Analysis and
valuation belong?
A. Reflective C. Affective
B. Cognitive D. Psychomotor

63. Of the following, which is a non-threatening style of disciplining unruly students?


A. Stand under heat of the sun C. Send to guidance office
B. Do push-ups D. Squat before the class

64. Among unit plan components, to what cluster do projected competencies-outcomes


belong?
A. Resources and materials C. Evaluation procedures
B. Objectives D. Content

65. What is being shown by teachers who ignore slow-learners and take pride in the work of
fast learners?
A. Bullying C. Hurting Invectives
B. Cursing D. Discrimination

66. In the process of integrating technology in instruction, which of the following points to
the highest kind of cognitive skills desired?
A. Nurturing of class teamwork C. Introducing social learning
B. Engendering meaningful learning D. Developing metacognition

67. When classes began, Teacher Dan asked students in pairs to interview and introduce
each other to the class. How will this activity be classified according to Edgar Dale’s
cone of experience?
A. Purposeful experience C. Dramatize experience
B. Verbal symbols D. Demonstration
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68. Of the following, which is the most traditional “technology” in the limited sense of tools
for education?
A. Moving film C. CD-ROM
B. Chalkboard D. Graphs and photos

69. What provides the most direct type of learning, but is difficult to supply in the traditional
classroom?
A. Real-life experience C. Verbal symbolism
B. Computer-assisted learning D. Multisensory instructional aids

70. What competency is achieved when students are assigned to prepare a class
newsletter?
A. interviewing C. Information writing
B. Internet downloading D. Photographic documentation

71. Among the following terms in technology, what has the broadest concept of technology
for the whole educative system?
A. Computer technology C. Instructional technology
B. Audiovisuals D. Educational technology

72. According to Nagel’s Acronym PPPF, what is important to Follow Up in the proper use
of instructional materials?
A. Student interest C. Lesson Objective
B. Student expectations D. Media and materials

73. In her tests, Teacher Dorie made tests that were either too difficulty or too easy. What
was wrong with her tests?
A. Inappropriate level of difficulty of the test items
B. Identifiable pattern of answers
C. Unclear directions
D. Ambiguity

74. Of the following, which is NOT a characteristics of the Response Journal that reflects
observations and interpretations of the student such as on a reading material or a field
visit?
A. Encourage risk taking C. Open and factual
B. Literary and grammatical D. Non-threatening

75. Principal Rodriguez introduced machine scored tests in his school. What factor in
scoring does this add to make tests more reliable?
A. Objective scoring C. Ease in checking
B. Cost-saving D. Time-economics
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76. Since Teacher Alvin wants his test to be more reliable, which of the following should he
adopt?
A. Make a test that requires students the need for more time to complete
B. Make the test difficult
C. Increase number of test items
D. Restrict range of abilities in the test

77. In preparing classroom tests, which of the following checklist is the LAST among steps
in tests preparation?
A. How are the test scores to be tabulated?
B. Have I prepared a Table of Specifications
C. How are the test results to be reported?
D. How is the objective item to be scored

78. Among the opportunities for Essay Questions, which of the following does NOT provide
high-level thinking opportunity?
A. Analysis C. Synthesis
B. Evaluation D. Memorization

79. Among active participation of school officials and teachers in the community, which of
the following is NOT appropriate due to preventing religious sentiments?
A. Literacy assistance for out-of-school children/youths
B. Household campaign for healthful practice
C. Introducing cooperative thrift practices
D. Promoting contraceptives for Planned Parenthood

80. Of the types of validity for test, what reflects the knowledge and skills in the program of
students?
A. Curricular validity C. Content validity
B. Criterion validity D. Predictive validity

81. Among cognitive levels of thinking, what cognitive level is stressed by the Essay
question: “In the light of the facts presented, what is most likely to happen when…?
A. Inferring C. Applying
B. Classifying D. Analyzing

82. For easier correction of his test, Teacher Edward prepared the True and False items in
alternating 1, 3, 5, 7, etc. True, and 2, 4, 6 etc. False. What is wrong with the test in
terms of Usability?
A. Improper arrangement of items C. Ambiguity
B. Identifiable pattern of answers D. Poorly constructed test items
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83. Which of the following best describes creativity?


A. Imaginative C. Resourceful
B. Positive D. Inspired

84. Of the following which is basic top development reading or reading as a developmental
task?
A. Higher thinking process C. Vocabulary meaning
B. Word recognition D. Degrees of comprehension

85. Learning is influenced by social interaction and interpersonal relation. What must a
“teacher do”?
A. Make students feel good about themselves
B. Motivate students to reflect on how they learn
C. Give more independent study
D. Make students work collaboratively

86. Someone said, “Experience without theory is blind, but theory without experience is
mere intellectual play” this means that .
A. Theory and experience must go on hand-in-hand
B. Theory is more important than experience
C. Experience is more important than theory
D. One can stand without the other

87. Of the following, which is the best way parents can support the learning development of
their children?
A. Buying materials for class projects
B. Making calls on teachers
C. Interest and assistance in class assignments
D. Checking report card grades

88. Of the following, which best describes peer teaching-and-learning?


A. Individual C. Personal
B. Collegial D. Professional

89. How can new information be made more meaningful to students?


A. Valuing new knowledge
B. Relating it to knowledge they already know
C. Demonstrating novelty of new knowledge
D. Increasing retention of new knowledge

90. Which of the following does NOT belong to the meta-cognitive reading activities?
A. Predicting C. Sampling
B. Testing D. Perceiving
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91. On components of direct instruction, which involves teachers and students working
together on a skill or task and figuring out how to apply the strategy?
A. Guided practice C. Consolidation
B. Application D. Modeling

92. To survive in the global community and in the twenty first century, one must be a
.
A. Digital expert C. Digital native
B. Digital immigrant D. Authority

93. Historian Luna viewed authoritarian democracy is good governance due to the reported
strict discipline observed by citizens during the Martial Law Period of the 1970s. What
level of comprehension did Historian Luna apply?
A. Applied reading beyond the lines
B. Interpretative reading between lines
C. Literal reading the lines
D. Evaluative reading on character, plot or style

94. Sequence the following events on the historical development of reading.


I. Greek letters and the Roman alphabet were developed 3
II. Through the Semlte’s ingenuity, sounds and symbols gave rise to
the Phoenician alphabet 2
III. People used pictures and characters to convey messages 1
IV. Researchers showed the process of reading, comprehension and
Interpretation 4

A. I, II, III, and IV C. III, II, I and IV


B. I, II, IV and III D. IV, II, I and III

95. What is known as getting the meaning of a new unfamiliar word by looking for hints form
surrounding words in a sentence or paragraph?
A. Context clues C. Semantic clues
B. Syntactic clues D. Graphophonic clues

96. Among models of reading strategies, what did student Lina adopt when she read back
and forth, attending to both what is in her mind and what’s on the page?
A. Down-top C. Top-down
B. Interactive D. Bottoms-up

97. Among teaching styles, how do you classify teachers who are control oriented and
impose rules without explanation?
A. Authoritative C. Permissive
B. Authoritarian D. Uninvolved
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98. In learning complex matters, what is important to give focus on?


A. Separate and diverse thoughts and beliefs
B. Meaning from information experience and beliefs
C. Past information and knowledge
D. Interest applicable to everyone

99. Which is NOT an aim in having partners in team learning?


A. Focused attention C. Cooperative work
B. Sharing ideas D. Lighter work

100. Among the components in the instructional framework for learning strategies,
which is demonstrated by teacher Ana who assigns homework for students to do on
their own?
A. Independent practice C. Consolidation
B. Review D. Modeling

101. In the taxonomy of learning objectives or outcomes, which relates to judging in


terms of internal evidence or logical consistency, or external evidence consistent with
fact?
A. Evaluation C. Valuing
B. Receiving D. Application

102. In the 5 S Formula to create a conducive learning environment, which S stands


for cleanliness of the work place?
A. Self-discipline C. Shining
B. Systematic D. Sort

103. In his Literature class, teacher Ted stress to one’s own ability to write poetic
verse drawn from sensible images thoughts and perceptions. What creative thinking
behavior is he trying to develop in students?
A. Curiosity C. Originality
B. Awareness D. Elaboration

104. Among thinking skills in learning, what includes fluent, flexible, original and
elaborate thinking?
A. Divergent thinking
B. Convergent thinking
C. Critical thinking
D. Problem solving

105. In elearning, which is the motivational aspect of learning through the electronic
media?
A. Virtual learning C. Technology integration
B. Enthusiasm to use technology Digital platforms
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106. What is the main focus of the Schools Mean Success (SMS) concept for lifelong
learning?
A. School recognition and accreditation for success
B. Tapping student’s potentials for success
C. Pillars of instruction, research and outreach for success
D. Mission-vision of schools for success

107. What observation attests to the fact that the student’s motivation vary according
to socio-cultural background?
A. Females mature earlier than boys
B. Genetic endowments may show gifted endowments among the young
C. Brains of boys are bigger and better than those of females
D. Children from low-income household meet more obstacle in learning

108. What is the primary advantage of active learning techniques (discussion, role
play, gaming, etc.) in instruction?
A. Higher order thinking C. Student engagement
B. Problem-solving D. Focus on questions not answers

109. Classroom routines form the backbone of daily school activities, but which of the
following is NOT covered by such routines?
A. Lesson content C. Seating arrangement
B. Distribution of papers D. Submission of work

110. Following Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development, what is the moral reasoning
or perspective of Joy who allows her classmate to copy her test work, so that she will be
her friend?
A. Social approval C. Obedience
B. Punishment D. Law and order

111. What condition afflicts child learners who have to count on fingers to tell whether
5 is more than 4?
A. Emotional C. Mental
B. Neurological D. Physical

112. In Outcome-Based education, which of the following are not considered as


outcomes?
A. Products C. Portfolios
B. Procedures D. Performances

113. Where can students find critical views on current events in newspapers?
A. Entertainment C. Ads section
B. Opinion page D. News page
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114. Among written categories of assessment methods, what instruments did teacher
Mona use when she used a check list in order to grade the dramatic performance of
students in play?
A. Performance test C. Product rating scale
B. Observation and self reports D. Oral questioning

115. Which is the research method or techniques best suited for the study of the
incidences in early marriage in Barangay Rizal?
A. Case study C. Observational technique
B. Historical method D. Opinion polling

116. How can lessons be made more meaningful by way of learning continuity?
A. Add value to content C. Stress retention of facts
B. Introduces new content D. Relate present with past lesson

117. What should be the basis of remedial instruction?


A. Complex patterns in learning
B. Basic errors and lapses
C. Errors, failings and lapses
D. Identified systematic errors by students

118. What desirable thinking behavior is aimed I poetry writing activity


A. Interest C. Awareness
B. Originality D. Curiosity

119. Among general categories of assessment methods, what instruments did pre-
school teacher Eva use when she rated the hand writing of her student using a
prototype handwriting model?
A. Performance test C. Written response instruments
B. Observation and self-reports D. Product rating scale

120. Which indicator is most useful for assessing quality of schooling?


A. Drop-out rate C. Net enrollment rate
B. Cohort survival rate D. Participation rate

121. With what should the assessment of test items be aligned?


A. Monitoring and evaluation C. Instructional media
B. Instructional objectives D. Content and process

122. Of the following, which is most conducive for authentic assessment?


A. Complex multiple-choice test C. De-contextualized setting
B. Performance drill D. Real world application
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123. In order for assessment to have clarity of learning targets, outcomes must be
stated in behavioral terms so that this can be measured. Which of the following shows
this desired clarity?
A. To practice reading with competence
B. To improve the speed of reading competence
C. To appreciate reading competence
D. To understand the concept of reading competence

124. What is an example of a book or writing intended for moral knowledge of the very
young readers?
A. Romeo and Juliet C. Jack and the Beanstalk
B. Diary of Anne Frank D. Les Miserable

125. Using rubrics, which is futuristic and hypothetical among the following criteria
chosen to assess a planed students affairs program for the school year?
A. Projected impact of project/activities
B. Feasibility of project/activities
C. Full participation of students
D. Significance of the students affairs program

126. Which of the following is the most reliable tool for determining the students’ ability
to write?
A. Portfolio assessment C. Interview of students
B. Scoring rubric D. Self assessment

127. What is an alternative assessment tool that consist of a collection of work


artifacts or in progress accomplishment by a targeted clientele?
A. Portfolio C. Achievement test
B. Evaluation instrument D. Rubric

128. Which aspect of multi-intelligence is enhanced by asking students to work on a


physical model of the atom after a teacher’s discussion on the subject of the atom?
A. Interpersonal C. Mathematical
B. Kinesthetical D. linguistic

129. With closeness to direct experience as standard, which one should a teacher
choose?
A. Contrived experience C. Dramatized experiences
B. Study trip D. Demonstration

130. To what principle should the responsibility of the teacher be shared?


A. Learner accountability C. Learner responsibility
B. Learner performance D. Learner competencies
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131. In a Problem-Based Learning Group, who take notes, join discussion and review
materials?
A. Facilitator C. Team members
B. Team leader D. Recorder

132. What is being assessed by the Rubric that seeks to assess high, moderate, or
low imaginative thinking?
A. Creativity C. Appeal
B. Aesthetic D. Craftsmanship

133. What can be said of student performance in a skewed class score distribution?
A. Most students performed well
B. All students had average performance
C. Few students performed well
D. Most students performed poorly

134. What is wrong with test items that give clues to answers to questions?
A. Unclear directions C. Tests brevity
B. Poor construction D. Ambiguity

135. What dependent variable can be used to test the hypothesis, “The more a
teacher knows about a specific subject matter, the better she can teach it”?
A. Teachers yearly performance rating
B. Personality traits of the teacher
C. Motivation from the school head
D. Incentives offered to teachers

136. Among standardized tests, which is to measure cognitive abilities, and


administered either as a group or individual test?
A. Intelligence test C. Aptitude test
B. Achievement test D. Personality test

137. What kind of assessment helps teachers determine gaps in learning a subject
matter?
A. Formative assessment C. Summative assessment
B. Diagnostic test D. Placement examination

138. Tests should be non-threatening, but which of the following actually threatens
students?
A. Self-record of test scores C. Scheduled exam
B. Surprise quiz D. Submission of report

139. An entering student in college would like to determine which course is best suited
for him. Which test is appropriate for this purpose?
A. Achievement test C. Intelligence test
B. Diagnostic test D. Aptitude test
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140. In assessment for problem-Based Learning, who are responsible in judging


student performance?
A. Teacher-and-supervisors C. Teacher-and-students
B. Teacher-students-supervisors D. Teacher and peers

141. What is the meaning of a negative correlation between amount of practice and
number of errors in tennis?
A. The decrease in the amount of practice sometimes affects the number of
errors
B. The increase in the amount of practice does not at all affect the number of
errors
C. Decrease in the amount of practice goes with decrease in the number of
errors
D. As the amount of practice increases, the number of errors decreases

142. Which is TRUE when the standard deviation is big?


A. Scores are spread out C. The bell curve shape is steep
B. Scores are not extremes D. Scores are concentrated

143. What is the erroneous concept of outcome in Outcome-Based Education?


A. Performance C. Results
B. Products D. Content

144. As positive correlation is to direct relation, to what relation is negative


correlation?
A. Definite relation C. Inverse relation
B. Neutral relation D. Indefinite relation

145. What is the active learning strategy to promote friendly competition and an
atmosphere of fun in learning?
A. Games C. Debate
B. Fishbowl D. Case study

146. What correlation is determined when there are three raters of an essay test?
A. Triple rater C. External rater
B. Multiple rater D. Inter-rater

147. Among categories of thinking skills, which is the ability to break down complex
information into parts for understanding?
A. Focusing C. Sharpening
B. Narrowing D. Analysis

148. What does the test mean if the difficulty index is 1?


A. Missed by everyone C. Very difficult
B. Very essay D. A quality item
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149. John Dewey said, “An ounce of experience is better than a ton of theory”. To
which does this statement point?
A. The need for theory C. The primacy of experience
B. The need for experience D. The primacy of theory

150. The world has become a global village, what sound practice is expected of
teachers?
A. Ethnocentrism C. Ethnic cleansing
B. Respect of diverse cultures D. Xenocentrism
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MARCH 20, 2016

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Is membership to the Accredited Professional Organization of teachers mandatory for


all LET passers?
A. No.
B. Yes, when the teachers is already teaching.
C. Yes.
D. Only for LET passers who are not repeaters.

2. Which is TRUE of the periodic merit exam for teacher provided for in RA 7836?
I. Consist of oral exam
II. Consist of written exam
III. May serve as additional basis for merit promotion in addition to performance
rating
IV. Taken with fee P1000 per examinee
A. I only C. II and III
B. I and IV D. II only

3. Can Manny Pacquiao be given a special permit to teach boxing in a special school?
A. No, he is not a teacher education graduate.
B. No, he has not passed the LET.
C. Yes, he is a graduate of ALS.
D. Yes, has excelled and gained international recognition.

4. Is it professional for a teacher to receive gifts from students and parents?


A. Not at all
B. No, especially if done in exchange for requested concessions
C. Yes, if deserved
D. Yes, in-session and out-of-season gifts

5. “Specialization is knowing more and more about less and less”. Then it is better to be a
generalist, claims Teacher Cris. On which philosophy Teacher Cris lean?
A. Perennialism C. Essentialism
B. Progressivism D. Existentialism

6. An Education graduate without a license is accepted to teach in a private school? Is this


in violation of RA 7836?
A. No, provided he has taught for at least 3 years.
B. Yes, No one may teach without a license.
C. No.
D. Yes.
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MARCH 20, 2016

7. For relevance to business and industry, what did the First Biennial National Education
on Education (2008) impose for updating the Licensure examination for teachers?
A. Moral or ethical values
B. Technical and scientific competencies
C. Upgraded laboratory facilities
D. Vocational skills

8. Which program directly embodies both the pre-service and in-service programs?
A. BESRA – Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda
B. TEDP – Teacher Education Development Program
C. K-12
D. BEC – Basic Education Curriculum

9. How can the efforts of four agencies (DepEd, CHED, PRC and CSC) be best achieved
for the training and development of teachers?
A. Synchronization C. Streamlining
B. Cost-reduction D. Sharing of resources

10. What is at the core of the Teacher Education Development Program?


A. High order thinking skills or HOTS
B. Student-centered learning
C. National Competency-Based Teaching Standards
D. Technology integration in instruction

11. What kind of school environment will MOST EFFECTIVELY encourage the new teacher
for active participation in the school’s unique educational culture?
A. Constructive feedback
B. Involvement in planning/designing activities
C. Induction/orientation program
D. Briefing with colleagues

12. What is known as a self-appraisal for professional growth that is acceptable and useful
for recognizing weakness and strengths for a new or beginning teacher?
A. Master teacher’s evaluation C. Principal’s evaluation
B. Student’s evaluation D. Self-evaluation

13. Facilities such as classrooms, fixtures, and equipment can often damage the morale of
new teachers and become an obstacle for adapting well to the school environment.
What should be the policy for assigning said physical facilities?
A. Needs of student’s basis C. First-come, first served basis
B. Position ranking basis D. Service seniority basis
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MARCH 20, 2016

14. There are various functions a fellow teacher or peer coach can help new teachers. What
role does a peer coach play by being present/available to share ideas, problems and
successes with a new teacher?
A. A provide technical feedback C. An analyzer of teaching job
B. A facilitator of strategies D. A close peer or companion

15. Among reforms for enhancing teacher professionalism, which has been implemented by
law in order to determine whether prospective teachers have acquired professional
competencies prior to granting them a permit to teach?
A. Accrediting a national organization of learners
B. Setting up centers for excellence in teacher education centers
C. Licensure examination
D. Creation of a professional board for teachers

16. From global competence as defined by international educators, which is the MOST
appropriate characteristic of a globally competent individual?
A. Familiarity with new culture C. Adaptability to new work environment
B. Open-mindedness to new culture D. Foreign-language facility

17. Teacher Nora sees to it that her classroom is clean and orderly so her pupils will less
likely disarrange seats and little on the floor. On which thought is her action based?
A. Existentialism C. Behaviorism
B. Progressivism D. Reconstructionism

18. Teacher Hilda is directed to pass an undeserving student with a death threat. Which
advise will a utilitarian give?
A. Don’t pass him. You surely will not like someone to give you a death threat in
order to pass.
B. Pass the student. That will be off use to the student, his parents and you
C. Pass the student. Why you suffer the threat?
D. Don’t pass him: Live by your principle of justice. You will get reward, if not in this
life, in the next.

19. For a school, which of the following is most significant in repairing shorelines with
depleted coral reefs?
A. Outreach by depositing rubber tires as artificial coral reefs
B. Implement reporting system against dynamite fishermen
C. Legislative lobby to disallow tourism in endangered shorelines
D. Outreach by educating villagers on protection of coral reefs

20. What is the constitutional exemption for prohibition to establish schools solely for aliens
in the Philippines?
A. Religious or mission schools
B. Schools for Asians only
C. Schools for children of diplomats and their dependents
D. School for special alien children
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MARCH 20, 2016

21. In a tertiary school, the President organized a Fun Run for students, faculty and
personnel to enjoy camaraderie, physical exertion under the sun, sense of engagement
and achievement. What does the activity promote?
A. Spiritual vigor C. National integrity
B. Cultural consciousness D. Moral integrity
22. If your students appear to be more interested in a topic outside your planned lesson for
the day you set aside your lesson plan for that day and grab the opportunity to discuss
the topic of particular interest to your students. Strike the iron while it is hot! Which
philosophy governs your action?
A. Rationalism C. Existentialism
B. Empiricism D. Progressivism

23. In what setting is differentiated and multi-lingual teaching most effective?


A. Special children classes
B. Multi-grade classes
C. Children with diverse cultural backgrounds
D. Pre-school children

24. What is essential to the school-based management approach to upgrading teaching-


and-learning in schools?
A. Outcome-based curriculum C. Participation by stakeholders
B. Planned document D. Vision-mission-core values

25. In the Education Act of 1901 which established a free public education in the
Philippines, what language was imposed under the one-language policy
A. Spanish C. Tagalog
B. English D. Filipino

26. Of the following, which is the most functional intervention in order to achieve a basic
right of every Filipino Child under the Constitution and Magna Carta for Disabled
Persons?
A. Philosophy of education C. Home study program
B. Policy for curricular reform D. Structural organization

27. From a broad vantage view of human development, who has the primary duty to
educated the youth or children?
A. Parents C. The State
B. Teachers D. The schools

28. Of the following interventions, which is directly aimed at responding to the transitional
gap between academic achievement and employment?
A. Identification of centers of excellence
B. Deregulation of tuition fees
C. School networking with business and industry
D. Voluntary accreditation of schools
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MARCH 20, 2016

29. In the formal education system during Hispanic times in the Philippines, what was not
implemented, but which we enjoyed during the American period?
A. Vocational education C. Religious education
B. Private education D. Public education

30. If Dr. Jose Rizal lived in the 21st century, what character expression and commitment
would have shown our generation?
A. Inventor of techniques C. Member of family and community
B. Citizen and producer D. Creative dreamer

31. In the learning to do pillar of new education, what is the enabling factor that can make
the learner fully contribute to a peaceful and just society?
A. Knowledge C. Insights
B. Skills D. Values

32. Before being able to fully learn to live and work together under the pillar of 21st century
education, what must the learner attain for himself?
A. Find peace within oneself C. Love his fellowmen
B. Attain an altruistic mind D. Become self-actualized

33. What best described people of the world learning to live together in peace and harmony
through understanding of each other’s history traditions and spiritual values?
A. Interdependence C. Accentuated risk
B. Pluralism and diversity D. Contemporaneity

34. The transparency International’s perception that the Philippines suffers a cultural
malaise of corruption, what component of our character needs to be further developed
along the Learning To Be Pillar of education in 21st century?
A. Familial-social component C. Intellectual-emotional component
B. Physical0economic component D. Ethical-spiritual component

35. Of the three aspects of learning, which is NOT mentioned as needed so that the
individual learner in the 21st century can learn how to learn?
A. Ability to think C. Memory skills
B. Mathematical skills D. Concentration

36. Which of the following belongs to the more sophisticated learning-to-learn skills for the
individual learner?
A. To ask and gather data C. To process and select information
B. To listen and observe D. To read with understanding

37. This powerful European country supplied arms to Afghanistan rebels who were fighting
a terrorist war in the Middle East. What was the principle of moral discernment
applicable in this case?
A. Principle of double effect C. Principle of material cooperation
B. Principle of lesser evil D. Principle of formal cooperation
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MARCH 20, 2016

38. Which of the following best defines a morally mature person?


A. Cultural values clarification
B. Unhampered exercise of one’s right
C. Transmittal of one’s moral viewpoint
D. Knowledge and practice of universal moral values

39. Educated in a religious school, Dona goes to confession everyday to be free of any kind
of sin. How do you characterize Dona’s moral attitude?
A. Callous C. Scrupulous
B. Pharisaical D. Strict

40. How would you characterize the moral attitude of Hispanic friars who taught religion but
were unfaithful to their vow of poverty by amassing the land properties of natives?
A. Scrupulous C. Lax
B. Strict D. Pharisaical

41. How would you characterize the moral attitude of prisoners with criminal minds, who
have no sensitivity to the welfare of other people?
A. Pharisaical C. Lax
B. Strict D. Callous

42. Teacher Susan is of the thinking that from the very start students must be made to
realize that study is indeed hard work. To which philosophy does Teacher Susan
adhere?
A. Essentialism C. Progressivism
B. Perennialism D. Reconstructionism

43. What was the degree of moral certitude when U.S. statement decided to drop the
atomic bombing on Hiroshima and Nagasaki to prevent mass deaths by a land invasion
of Japan?
A. Doubtful C. Perplexed
B. Certain D. Probable

44. After the embarrassing incident, Teacher Dante vowed to himself to flunk the student at
the end of the school term. What has Dante done that is against the guidelines the for
using punishment?
A. Punishment immediately in an emotional state
B. Using double standards in punishing
C. Doing the impossible
D. Holding a grudge and not starting with a clean state
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MARCH 20, 2016

45. Following the principles for punishing students, which of the following is the LEAST
desirable strategy for classroom management?
A. Punishing while clarifying why punishment is done
B. Punishing while angry
C. Punish the erring student rather than the entire class
D. Give punishment sparingly

46. According to guidelines on punishment, what does it mean that the teacher should give
the student the benefit of the doubt?
A. Make sure facts are right before punishing
B. Doubt the incident really happened
C. Don’t punish and doubt effectiveness of punishment
D. Get the side of students when punishing

47. Which of the following guidelines for punishment may be done?


A. Don’t punish students outside of school rules on punishment
B. Don’t threaten the impossible
C. Don’t use double standards for punishing
D. Don’t assign extra homework

48. For group guidance in classroom management, what element is lacking when there is
too much competitiveness and exclusiveness with the teacher being punitive and partial
to some students?
A. Dissatisfaction with classroom work
B. Poor interpersonal relations
C. Poor group organization
D. Disturbance in group climate

49. To demonstrate her authority Teacher Tanna made an appeal to undisciplined students.
What kind of appeal did she make by saying “Ladies and gentlemen, don’t engage in
that kind of behavior, you can do much better?”
A. Invoke peer reaction
B. Exert authority
C. Internalizing student’s image of themselves
D. Teacher student relationship

50. What is the term for the leap from theory to practice in which the teacher applies
theories to effective teaching methods and theories?
A. Integration process C. Conceptualization process
B. Information process D. Construction process

51. Teacher Jun applies humor to defuse a tense situation. What kind of joke is NOT
acceptable to the classroom?
A. Funny bloopers C. Sex jokes
B. Folk humor D. Comic humor
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52. Of subcategories of teacher movement behavior, what is happening when the teacher
ends an activity or drops a topic before it is completed?
A. Dangle C. Flip-flop
B. Thrust D. Truncation

53. From classroom management strategies applied on erring students, which of the
following should NOT be done?
A. Surprise quiz
B. Communicating problem to parents
C. Parent-principal conference
D. Shaming erring student before the class

54. Among the mistaken goals in the Acceptance Approach to discipline, what happens
when students defy adult by arguing, contradicting, teasing, temper tantrums, and low
level hostile behavior?
A. Power seeking C. Revenge seeking
B. Withdrawal D. Attention getting

55. Teacher Anna dealt effectively with a minor infraction of whispering by a student to a
neighbor during class. Which of the following did she do?
A. Reprimand quietly
B. Continue to teach and ignore infraction
C. Reprimand student after class
D. Use nonverbal signals (gesture or facial expression)

56. Of subcategories of movement behavior, what is happening when the teacher ends an
activity abruptly?
A. Thrust C. Stimulus-bounded
B. Truncation D. Flip-flop

57. Of subcategories of teacher movement behavior, what is happening when the teacher
goes from topic or activity to other topics or activities, lacking clear direction and
sequence of activities?
A. Truncation C. Thrust
B. Dangle D. Flip-flop

58. If your students appear to be more interested in a topic outside you planned lesson for
the day, you set aside your lesson plan for that day and grab the opportunity to discuss
the topic of particular interest to your students. Strike the iron while it is hot! Which
philosophy governs your action?
A. Progressivism C. Empiricism
B. Rationalism D. Existentialism
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MARCH 20, 2016

59. Of subcategories of teacher movement behavior, what is happening when the teacher is
too immersed in a small group of students-of-activity, thus ignoring other students or
activity?
A. Truncation C. Stimulus-bounded
B. Flip-flop D. Thrust

60. What mistake is teacher Zeny trying to avoid by never ignoring any student or group of
students in her discussions and other activities?
A. No-direction C. Divided attention
B. Dangled activity D. Abrupt end

61. Teacher Mona is a great lecturer and so she is invited to speak and represent the
school on many occasions. What is one quality of her lectures when she follows a
planned sequence, not diverting so as to lose attention of her listeners?
A. Explicit explanations C. Inclusion of elements
B. Continuity D. Fluency

62. Teacher Job makes certain content interesting to his students. Focusing on learners, he
also uses many simple examples, metaphors and stories. What is this quality of lesson
content?
A. Interest C. Self-sufficiency
B. Feasibility D. Balance

63. Teaching English, teacher Job is careful about his lesson content. What quality of
content did he achieve when he made certain his information came with the “information
explosion” which he got in the internet, such as on how to effectively teach phonetics?
A. Learnability C. Balance
B. Significance D. Interest

64. Among the major goals of Philippine education, which seeks to develop judgment as to
right and wrong and commitment to truth, moral integrity and strengthening of the moral
fabric of society?
A. Self-actualization C. Ethical character
B. Autonomy D. Enculturation

65. Teacher Job made certain his lesson content can be useful to his students, taking care
of their needs in a student-centered classroom. What is this kind of quality of content?
A. Utility C. Self-sufficiency
B. Balance D. Interest
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MARCH 20, 2016

66. In the implementation of the curriculum at the classroom level, effective strategies are
called “Green”. Which of the following belongs to the Green Flag?
A. Homogeneous students grouping
B. Content delivery based on lessons
C. Excess in chalkboard talk
D. Student interest and teacher enthusiasm
E. Rigidity of movement

67. Teacher Maggie explains by spicing her lectures with examples, descriptions and
stories. What is this quality in her lectures?
A. Planned sequence C. Use of audiovisuals
B. Elaboration through elements D. Simple vocabulary

68. Of the following effects on learning, what is the effect of simulations that make students
fell and sense experience in the classroom?
A. Reinforcing learning
B. Providing experiences that otherwise might not be had
C. Motivating students
D. Changing attitudes and feelings

69. Which of the following is the most appropriate use of television in the classroom?
A. TV viewing to entertain students
B. TV viewing to replace absent teacher
C. TV viewing with cuts and explanation
D. TV viewing for the whole one-hour class

70. Of the following effects on learning, what is the effect of assigning various sections of
the newspaper, and allowing choice depending on the learner’s choice?
A. Encouraging participation C. Allowing different interests
B. Reinforcing learning D. Changing attitudes and feelings

71.A A young mother observes her seven year old girl glued to her computer games. What
aspect of family life may suffer due to obsession of the young with technology gadgets?
A. Family social life C. Discipline and obedience
B. Family economic life D. Parent-child relationship

72. Can technology take the place of the teacher in the classroom? Select the most
appropriate answer:
A. No, It is only an instrument or a tool
B. Yes, When they hire less teachers and acquire more computers
C. Yes, When teachers are not competent
D. Yes, Such as in the case of Computer-assisted (not teacher-assisted instruction)
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73. What kind of tool is technology as evidenced by its use in word processing databases,
spreadsheets, graphics design and desktop publishing?
A. Analyzing tool C. Productivity tool
B. Encoding tool D. Calculating tool

74. Michael Harrington noted: “If there is technological advance without social advance,
there is, almost automatically, an increase in human misery.” Which of the following
shows Mr. Harrington is right?
A. Internet pornography C. Facebook
B. Twitter D. E-mailing

75. Of the types of validity for tests, what is concerned with the relation of test scores to
performance at some future time e.g. Freshman college test can show success in
college?
A. Curricular validity C. Content validity
B. Criterion validity D. Predictive validity

76. The test questions in Teacher Dante’s test was confusing and subject to wrong
understanding, especially to poorer students. What was wrong with the test?
A. Inappropriate level of difficulty of items
B. Unclear directions
C. Ambiguity
D. Test items inappropriate for outcomes being measured

77. Of the following, which exemplifies the best example of cooperation and voluntarism in
the Parent-Teacher Associations?
A. Helping hands after a natural crisis, e.g. devastating storm
B. Attending regular meetings
C. Fund raising for PT funds
D. Running the school canteen

78. Among standardized tests, which reveals strengths and weaknesses for purposes of
placement and formulating an appropriate instructional program?
A. Personality tests C. Diagnostic tests
B. Achievement D. Competency tests

79. Among standardized tests, which can show how students perform in comparison with
each other and to students in other schools?
A. Competency tests C. Achievement tests
B. Subject exit tests D. Diagnostic tests

80. Teacher Bea makes her tests easy for students to understand, easy to administer and
score and suitable to test conditions, e.g. time. What is she achieving for her tests?
A. Efficiency C. Reliability
B. Usability D. Validity
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81. Students must be taught self responsibility is the desire of the teacher.
A. Existentialist C. Pragmatic
B. Utilitarianist D. Constructivist

82. Which of the following is NOT an advanced process of meta-cognition among learners?
A. Learning how to recognize thoughts C. Assessing own thinking
B. Acquisition of new knowledge D. Learning how to study

83. Of comprehension or thinking strategies, which is relating one or two items, such as
nouns and verbs?
A. Basic elaboration strategies C. Complex elaboration strategies
B. Complex rehearsal strategies D. Affective strategies

84. In reading books, which kind of literary work are most likely very creative by way of
descriptive language and imaginative dramatic episodes?
A. Fiction novels C. Biography
B. Autobiography D. Historical accounts

85. Among components of direct instruction, which is the identification of the skill required
and how it is used with the teacher sharing a cognitive secret?
A. Modeling or introduction C. Guided practice
B. Application D. Review

86. Of skills teachers should understand and students need to acquire, which is the ability
to integrate complex information into categories through its attributes (characteristics,
principles or functions)?
A. Scanning C. Sharpening-leveling
B. Complex cognitive D. Complexity-simplicity

87. Inculcating moral maturity among students, which of the following relates to beliefs and
ideals?
A. Promoting human equality C. Avoiding deception and dishonesty
B. Refraining from prejudiced action D. Respecting freedom of conscience

88. In reading newspapers, which sections provide critical views about current socio-
economic and political events or issues?
A. Ads and commercial section C. Opinion page
B. Community news section D. Entertainment section

89. What is the main organization and orientation of fiction dramatic novels?
A. Informative C. Argumentative
B. Narrative D. Expository
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MARCH 20, 2016

90. Research studies showed that children in slums generally have lower reading
achievement, then children I urban schools. What factor is shown to affect reading
achievement?
A. Mobility C. Socio-economic status
B. Personality and emotional factors D. Listening comprehension

91. Who asserts that teaching is not just depositing knowledge into the empty minds of the
learners? It is helping students create knowledge and meaning of their experiences.
A. Constructivist C. Existentialist
B. Essentialist D. Pragmatist

92. Among models of reading strategies, what did student Mina adopt when she began with
what was in her mind by making predictions or hypothesis from the title of an essay she
was going to read?
A. Top-down C. Interactive
B. Down-top D. Bottoms-up

93. Values are subjective. Your value may not necessarily be my value. Who subscribe to
this thoughts?
I. Progressivists
II. Pragmatists
III. Essentialists
A. I and III C. I and II
B. II and III D. I, II and III

94. When preacher John read the Genesis story on creation, he explained that God is so
powerful that he create the universe in only seven days. What level of reading
comprehension did preacher John apply?
A. Evaluative reading on character plot or style
B. Literal reading the lines
C. Applied reading beyond the lines
D. Interpretative reading between the lines

95. What is the main organization and orientation of science and social studies reading
materials?
A. Expository C. Narrative
B. Descriptive D. Argumentative

96. In his History class, teacher Naomi used a current events IQ content to determine
champions in identifying people, places and events. What learning objective/outcome
does she aim to achieve?
A. Knowledge or recall C. Application
B. Perpetual abilities D. Responding
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MARCH 20, 2016

97. The following are examples of non-verbal behavior by teachers. Which one is the
restricting or non-helpful non-verbal mannerisms in class by teachers?
A. Teacher pats good student on the back
B. Facial expression connotes approval
C. Teacher avoids eye contact
D. Teacher displays supportiveness by laughing

98. In the instructional framework for learning strategies, which components is


demonstrated by teacher Jose who identifies the skills required in writing a personality
essay and shows his personally written essay while showing the steps he used to
complete it?
A. Review C. Application
B. Consolidation D. Modeling

99. Without misuse of learning time. Teacher Odie requests students with singing talent to
perform in class, adding to make learning a source of fun. What facilitating environment
is Teacher Odie adopting?
A. Tolerates ambiguity
B. Permits confrontation
C. Recognizes right of students to make mistakes
D. Makes students feel accepted

100. Principal Luis Sets up structure and designs for teaching-learning that favor free
and open communication, acceptance, respect freedom from threat and trust in self.
What is this general view about teaching?
A. It is a consequence of experience C. It is an evolutionary process
B. It is at times a painful process D. It requires school resources

101. In Erikson’s stage of Development Questionnaire, which affirmation does NOT


belong to the stage of initiative versus guilt?
A. People can be trusted
B. In difficulty, I will not give up
C. I feel what happens to me is the result of what I have done
D. I am prepared to take a risk

102. In his Mathematics class, teacher Don practical examples to teach abstract
mathematical concepts, ensuring that learning is useful in life and not just for the test.
What guiding principle in selection and organization of lesson content is he following?
A. utility C. Interest
B. significance D. Feasibility

103. For cognitive learning, what are sets of facts, concepts and principles that
describe underlying mechanism that regulate human learning, development and
behavior?
A. Facts C. Theories
B. Concepts D. Hypothesis
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MARCH 20, 2016

104. Literature teacher Zeny introduced figures of speech in poetry to improve ability
of her students to interpret verses. What of thinking is she developing in her students?
A. Critical thinking C. Convergent thinking
B. Metaphoric thinking D. Divergent thinking

105. Of clusters of meaningful learning activities, which does NOT belong to Spatial
learning activities?
A. Visualization C. Peer tutoring
B. Concept-mapping D. Art projects

106. of the dimensions in learning, which is NOT included as an aspect to be given


importance in values education?
A. Dogmatic dimension C. Affective dimension
B. Behavioral dimension D. Cognitive dimension

107. From cluster of meaningful learning activities, which does NOT belong to Verbal-
linguistic intelligence learning?
A. Ecological field trip C. Journal writing
B. Debates D. Reading

108. In cognitive learning, what are firmly established and thoroughly tested principles
or theories?
A. Facts C. Hypothesis
B. Concepts D. Laws

109. Of the following subjects, which does NOT belong to performance-based


subjects in which direct instruction is effectively used?
A. Values Education C. Science
B. Music D. Mathematics

110. Which of the following violates the principle that “each child’s brain is unique and
vastly different from one another?
A. Giving ample opportunity for a pupil to explore rather than simply dish out
information
B. Employing principles in multiple intelligence in teaching
C. Making a left-handed pupil write with her right hand as this is better
D. Allowing open dialogue among students of various cultural backgrounds

111. Of the following which is normally expected of Grade IV pupils?


A. Getting along with classmates C. Showing class leadership
B. Being independent of parents D. Displaying a male or feminine social role
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112. From categories of exceptionalities in the young child and adolescents what
involves difficulties in specific cognitive processes like perception, language, memory
due to mental retardation, emotional/behavioral disorder, or sensory impairment?
A. Learning disabilities
B. Speech and communication disorders
C. Autism
D. Emotional/conduct disorders

113. Of the following which is most true of adolescents?


A. Hormonal changes C. Unruly behavior
B. Last splurge of dependence D. Defiance of peer goup

114. Following Kolberg’s Theory of Moral Development, what is the moral reasoning
or perspective of social activists who seek human rights and the welfare of citizens
beyond what is given by laws?
A. Social contract C. Multi benefit
B. Law and order D. Punishment

115. To impart appreciation of the 1986 EDSA revolution, teacher Minny related the
event to the studentsparents who lived at the time. What memory retrieval method did
teacher Minny use?
A. Generation C. Personalization
B. Elaboration D. Context

116. To increase learning recall of exploits of our patriots, history teacher Jack gave
the socio-political and cultural background of the late 19th century Hispanic colonial
Philippines. What method for memory retrieval did teacher Jack use?
A. Elaboration C. Context
B. Visual imaginary D. Meaningful learning

117. Research says “People tend to attribute successes to internal causes and their
failures to external causes.” What does this imply as a most potent key to success?
A. Reasoning C. Application
B. Imagination D. Motivation

118. FromKolberg’s Theory of Moral Development, what is the moral reasoning or


perspective of Mother Teresa who pledged her life to serve the sick and very old?
A. Social contract C. Obedience
B. Universal principles D. Law and order

119. In avoiding implying sickness or suffering, which of the following is the most
preferable way to refer to those with disabilities like polio?
A. “Is polio stricken” C. “Polio victim”
B. “Had Polio” D. “Suffers from polio”
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MARCH 20, 2016

120. Which of the following classroom climate is less threatening?


A. Autocratic C. Competitive
B. Cooperative D. Individualistic

121. Which of these approaches would reform assessment outcomes?


A. Apply sanctions on low performing schools
B. Focus on testing without investing the learner’s needs
C. Use understanding as means of giving feedback on students learning
D. Compare results of performance of all schools

122. Using extrinsic motivational assessment, what could be the most noble motive in
students pursuing a lifetime work and mission for the teaching profession?
A. Promise of higher rank and prestige
B. Social service to upcoming generations
C. Economic security and welfare
D. respond position in society

123. To what process of evaluation does determining the extent objectives are met
belong?
A. Authentic C. Criterion-referenced
B. Formative D. Norm-referenced

124. In Rubrics assessment of acceptance of the family reproductive service in


Barangay TipoTipo, Tondo, which is the most immediately tangible/observable of the
following selected criteria?
A. Valuing (clarifying) C. Response (action)
B. Characterization character build-up D. Awareness (mind awakening)

125. Which form the foundation of all cognitive objects without which the next level of
higher thinking skills cannot be attained?
A. Knowledge C. Application
B. Synthesis D. Analysis

126. What primary response factor is considered by Essay questions?


A. Factual information C. Originality
B. Wide sampling of ideas D. Less time for construction and scoring

127. Among written categories of assessment methods, what did teacher Jack use
when he assessed the stock of knowledge of his students through questioning in an
open class?
A. Oral questioning C. Product rating scale
B. Performance test D. Observation and self report
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MARCH 20, 2016

128. In the context of the 6 facets of understanding cited by Wiggins and McTighe,
what is a proof of a student’s understanding a principle?
A. Stating given examples
B. Repeating it as given by the teacher
C. Applying it to solve his/her problem
D. Retaining it in memory for a long period of time

129. What does it mean if student Pete got a 60% percentile rank in class?
A. He scored better than 60% of the class
B. He scored less than 60% of the class
C. He got 40% of the test wrongly
D. He got 60% of the items correctly

130. Which of the following may NOT be adequately assessed by a paper-and-pencil


test?
A. Sight reading in music C. Subject-verb-agreement
B. Multiplication skills D. Vocabulary meaning

131. What should be done with the test item whose difficulty index is .98?
A. Revise it
B. Retain it
C. Reject it
D. Reserve it for another group of students

132. Which of the following statements most accurately expresses test validity and
reliability?
A. A reliable tests is a valid tests
B. A test must be objective to be valid and reliable
C. A valid tests is a reliable test
D. A test must be standardized to be valid and reliable

133. What is known as the scoring guides for rating open-ended questions?
A. Rubrics C. Scales
B. Outcomes D. Outputs

134. What does it mean to say that the facility index of a test item is .50?
A. It is reliable C. It is moderate in difficulty
B. It is valid D. It is very easy

135. With the mode of answering as a point of relevance, which of the following does
NOT belong to this test group?
A. Completion C. Problem-solving
B. Essay D. Matching
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MARCH 20, 2016

136. One of the class scored very low. Teacher Cita gave another tests to determine
where were the students were weakest. What type of test is this?
A. Aptitude test C. Diagnostic test
B. Remedial test D. Readiness test

137. On what is normative marking based?


A. High marks of few students
B. Failure of some students
C. Normal curve of students distribution
D. Student achievement relative to other-students

138. What cognitive domain is involved in the student’s clarifying information from
conclusion?
A. Synthesis C. Analysis
B. Evaluation D. Application

139. Which of the following indicates a strong negative correlation?


A. -75 C. -10
B. -15 D. -25

140. What is graphic illustration for the relationship between two variables?
A. Histogram C. Frequency polygon
B. Normal curve D. Scatter diagram

141. What does a negative discrimination index mean?


A. The test item has low reliability
B. More from the lower group answered the test item correctly
C. More from the upper answered the test correctly
D. The test could not discriminate between the upper and lower group

142. What is the deviation from a standard or desired level of performance?


A. A problem C. A defect
B. A deficit D. A gap

143. Which measure of central tendency is most reliable when scores are extremely
high and low?
A. Cannot be identified unless individual scores are given
B. Median
C. Mode
D. Mean

144. How does a student’s 80% percentile score interpreted?


A. High in all the skills being tested
B. Higher than 80% of the members of the group
C. Better relative to the competencies targeted
D. 80% of the specified content
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MARCH 20, 2016

SITUATIONAL

In a faculty meeting, the principal told his teachers. We need to improve our
school performance in the National Achievement Test. What should we do? The
teachers gave varied answers as follows:

1. Let’s give incentives and rewards to students who get a rating of 85%.
2. Let’s teach them to accept complete responsibility for their performance.
3. Let’s make the school environment conducive for learning.
4. Let’s make use of the experiential methods of teaching.

145. On which educational philosophy is response #1 anchored?


A. Behaviorism C. Existentialism
B. Progressivism D. Essentialism

146. Which response/s come/s from a behaviorist?


A. 1 and 3 C. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 4 D. 3 and 4

147. If you lean toward a progressivist philosophy, with which response do you agree?
A. 4 C. 1
B. 2 D. 3

How a teacher relates to his/her pupils depends on his/her concept about him/her. In a
faculty recollection, the teachers were asked to share their thought of the learner, their
primary customer. What follows are the gists of what were shared.

Teacher A – The learner is a product of his environment. Sometimes he has no choice.


He is determined by his environment.
Teacher B – The learner can choose what he can become despite his environment.
Teacher C – The learner is a social being who learns well through an active interplay
withothers.
Teacher D – The learner is a rational being. Schools should develops his rational and
moral powers.

148. Whose philosophical concept is that of Teacher A?


A. Behaviorist’s C. Progressivist’s
B. Existentialist’s D. Rationalist’s

149. If you agree with Teacher C, you are more of a/an .


A. Progressivist C. Essentialist
B. Perennialist D. Rationalist

150. Whose response denies man’s freewill?


A. Teacher A’s C. Teacher B’s
B. Teacher C’s D. Teacher D’s
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MARCH 26, 2017

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. In essence, what is the new Performance Appraisal System for Teachers (PAST)?
A. Practice-based
B. Knowledge-based
C. skill-based
D. Competency-based

2. Which of the following correctly describes the Individual Plan for Professional
Development (IPPD)?
A. Job-embedded
B. Self-monitoring
C. Andragogical approach
D. All of the above

3. To ensure high standards of teachers’ personal and professional development, which of


the following measures must be implemented?
I. Every teacher formulates his/her own professional development plan.
II. A school head plans professional development of his/her teachers.
III. The implementation of what is learned in training must be monitored.
A. I only C. II and III
B. I and III D. II only

4. What is the constitutional exemption for prohibition to establish schools solely for aliens
in the Philippines?
A. School for Asians only
B. School for special alien children
C. Religious or mission schools
D. Schools for children of diploma’s and their dependents

5. Among the following, which directly qualifies a teacher candidate to be registered at par
with other professions like nursing, engineering, medicine and the like?
A. Licensure examination
B. Teaching job placement
C. Continuing professional education
D. Membership in professional associations

6. A father tells his daughter “You are a woman. You are meant for the home and so for
you going to school is not necessary.” Is the father CORRECT?
A. No, today women can take on the jobs of men.
B. No, there is gender equality in education.
C. It depends on the place where the daughter and father live.
D. Yes, women are meant to be mothers only.
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MARCH 26, 2017

7. In a highly pluralistic society, which of the following are the responsibilities of the
teacher?
I. Having an open mind.
II. Understanding students who are different
III. Affirming that boys and girls are treated differently.
A. I and II C. II only
B. I, II and III D. I and III

8. Which actions show that political factors affect schools as agents of change?
I. The practice of mainstreaming.
II. The strengthening of the teaching of English in Philippine schools.
III. The introduction of mandated subjects such as Rizal in the curriculum.
A. I and II C. II and III
B. I and III D. I, II and III

9. Large class sizes in congested cities is a common problem in our public schools. Which
measure/s can offset the effects of large class?
I. Implementation of 1:1 pupil to textbook ration.
II. Deployment of more teachers.
III. Conduct of morning and afternoon sessions.
A. I, II and III C. III only
B. I and II D. II and III only

10. The schooling incidents in schools campuses abroad have made schools rethink the
curriculum. Which of the following are believed to counteract such incidents and are
being introduced in schools?
I. Focus on academic achievement and productivity.
II. Inclusion of socio-emotional teaching.
III. The emphasis on the concept of competition against self and not against
others.
A. I and III C. I and II
B. II and III D. I, II and III

11. Which of the following is the strongest influence of the geographical factor in the
efficient and effective management of schools as agents of change?
A. Sending mobile teachers to live with the people in remote areas.
B. Soliciting funds from the private sector in exchange of tax incentives.
C. Clustering remote stand-alone schools under one lead school head.
D. Adopting innovative technology that allows teacher even in remote areas to
access educational materials to supplement their lessons.

12. Which of the following was taught by the Spartans?


A. Religious education
B. Scientific thinking
C. Character education
D. Military education
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MARCH 26, 2017

13. Of the following interventions, which is directly aimed at responding to the transitional
gap between academic achievement and employment?
A. School networking with business and industry
B. Identification of centers of excellence
C. Deregulation of tuition fees
D. Voluntary accreditation of schools

14. This is to equip people in low-income provinces with relevant technical skills and
practical know-how on starting small business as the Philippines Amusement and
Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) and the Technical Education and Skills Development
Authority (TESDA) launched this project.
A. Alternative Learning System
B. Outreach programs
C. Mobile Training Laboratories
D. Distance Learning Program

15. Can Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao teach sports in the public school?
A. Yes, because he is an ALS graduate.
B. Yes, because he is acknowledged internationally.
C. No, he is not a LET passer.
D. No, he is not aware of the teaching and learning process.

16. Is it mandatory for teachers to join accredited Professional Teachers Organization?


A. Yes, for all LET passers. C. Yes, for high-rates.
B. Yes, for those who are teaching. D. No, teachers enjoy academic freedom.

17. Which is NOT embodied in Republic Act 10533 or the k-12 Law?
A. Mandatory kindergarten C. Selective admission to tertiary education
B. 12 years of basic education D. Inclusion of TVET in basic education

18. Which of the following justifies the right of private schools to administer entrance
examinations in tertiary education?
A. Academic freedom C. NCEE
B. Right to exclusive school D. Unique academic agenda

19. Among rights of the schools, which is NOT provided by the law?
A. Right for basic education to determine subjects of study
B. Right to provide proper governance
C. Right to enforce administrative systems
D. Right for institutions of higher learning to determine academic grounds for
admission

20. Material development at the expense of human development points to the need to do
more in school.
A. “Learning to do” C. “Learning to live together”
B. “Learning to know” D. “Learning to be”
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

21. “The expert knows more and more about less and less until he knows everything about
nothing.” Hence, it is better to be a generalist, claims Teacher Lawrence. Which
philosophy does Teacher Lawrence subscribe to?
A. Progressivism C. Essentialism
B. Perennialism D. Eclecticism

22. With a death threat over his head, Teacher Delia is directed to pass an undeserving
student. Which will a utilitarianist do?
A. Don’t pass him. You surely will not like someone to give you a death threat in
order to pass.
B. Pass the student. Why suffer the threat?
C. Don’t pass him; live by your principle of justice. You will get reward, if not in this
life, in the next.
D. Pass the student. That will use to the student, his parents and you.

23. Teacher Bonito believes that a discussion of societal needs and problems must be
included in the curriculum. His belief stems from what philosophy?
A. Perennialism C. Progressivism
B. Essentialism D. Reconstructionism

24. What is an existentialist’s point of view relative to the aim of education?


A. To re-engineer society
B. To acquire productive skill
C. To develop cognitive power
D. To know themselves and their place in society

25. Tutoring his/her own students for a fee is prohibited because:


A. It encourages overtime work on the part of the teachers.
B. It hinders good relationship between teachers and students.
C. It is conductive to favoritism and impartiality.
D. Teachers also have responsibility to her family.

26. Which violate principle of respect?


I. Teacher A tells her students that what Teacher B taught is wrong.
II. To retaliate, Teacher B advises students not enroll in Teacher A’s class.
III. Teacher C secretly gives way to a special favor requested by student A is
vying for honors.
A. II and III C. I and II
B. I, II and III D. I and III

27. What is the degree of moral certitude of Alegre who entered into marriage only out of
obedience to her parents, but uncertain whether she wanted marriage at all?
A. Lax C. Doubt
B. Probable D. Certain
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

28. Barbara is in constant fear and unnecessarily condemns herself for sins that she
believes she has committed, even after trying to live a perfectly blameless like and
doing everything to make up and alone for whatever sins she has committed. As such,
she is said to have a .
A. Lax conscience C. Timorous conscience
B. Scrupulous conscience D. Conscientious conscience

29. Jeffrey grew up in a violent environment. He became a leader of aging and eventually a
gun for hire group and drug syndicate. He could kill and harm anybody without the
slightest remorse or guilt.
A. Evil conscience C. Wrong conscience
B. Callous conscience D. Malevolent conscience

30. Which of the following principles justifies euthanasia?


A. Principle of Lesser Evil C. Principle of Formal Operations
B. Principle of Double Effect D. Principle of Cooperation

31. Ms. Castro wanted her students to do more than memorize basic math facts. She
wanted them to understand why 8 x8 = 64 and to be able to use that information in their
everyday lives. To teach multiplication, she starts by showing them that it is actually
repeated addition. She uses manipulates; gives students real world problems, and often
asks them to work cooperatively. Which of the following instructional approaches does
she use?
A. Discovery C. Behavioral
B. Constructivist D. Information processing

32. Visualizing Dale’s Cone of Experience, what are the bottom and at the top most levels
of the cone?
A. Action learning; verbal symbols C. Contrived experience; visual symbols
B. Demonstration; motion pictures D. Dramatized experience; exhibitions

33. Teacher Rina wanted her students to learn the electoral process in action so they went
on to elect the President, Vice President, 12 Senators and 20 Congressmen. They
came up with qualification of candidates, manner of campaigning and canvassing of
votes. Through this almost real life situation, students learned from .
A. Contrived experience C. Purposeful experiences
B. Direct experiences D. Demonstration
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

34. One’s approach to teaching is influenced by Howard Gardner’s MI Theory. What is


he/she challenged to do?
I. To come up with 9 different ways of approaching a lesson to cater the 9
multiple intelligences.
II. To develop all student’s skills in all nine intelligences.
III. To provide worthwhile activities that acknowledge individual differences in
children.

A. I, II and III C. II only


B. II, III D. III only

35. Students who have high ninth intelligence toy with the all except one of the following
questions. Which one?
A. How can I be a better student?
B. Why am I here? Why are we there?
C. Are there other dimensions and if so what are they like?
D. Where does God live?

36. Mr. Bernardo is teaching his students to read by emphasizing that they decode and
comprehend words. He thinks metacognitive skills as well as general automaticity are
important. What approach to teaching reading is Mr. Bernardo using?
A. Integrative approach C. Social constructivist approach
B. Cognitive approach D. Whole language approach

37. In deductive learning, the last task that a teacher does is .


A. Review the skill to transfer C. Attend to skill transfer
B. Demonstrate the skills taught D. Provide guided practice

38. In the following method, the teacher starts a lesson stating the following findings:

The flies died after three days in a tightly-covered bottle.


The cockroaches caught in a covered tray died.
The rat caught in a deep hole was found dead.

Question: what caused the death of the animals?


Answer: lack of oxygen
Generalizations: Living things need oxygen in order to live.

What method of teaching is illustrated? Describe briefly.

A. Demonstration – present an activity to a group of observers.


B. Deductive – start with the generalization, then give examples.
C. Direct instruction – a step by step procedure is followed.
D. Inductive – from several examples, state a rule.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

39. Teacher Richard wanted to use project-based multimedia learning in his class. What
limitations would he expect?
I. The students’ technology skills may be lacking.
II. Class time may have to be extended to use several media.
III. The presentation of the project is not an easy task.
IV. The learning model is too student-centered.
A. I only C. III and IV only
B. I, II and III D. I and II only

40. You choose cooperative learning as a teaching approach. What thought is impressed to
your students?
A. Interaction is a must, but not necessarily face-to-face interaction.
B. Students’ success depends on the success of the group.
C. Students’ individually evaluate how effectively their group worked.
D. The accountability for learning is on the group not on the individual.

41. Teacher Arlene uses interactive-teacher learning in her TLE-Cosmetology class. Which
should she not do in class?
A. Ask divergent questions.
B. Give sufficient think time for students to respond to questions.
C. Lecture more to avoid student misbehavior.
D. Make the focus of interaction clear.

42. Why did teacher Bea use the project method in teaching about atoms in her Physics
class?
A. It requires students to present in concrete form how a principle works.
B. It tests the students’ manipulative skill.
C. It promoted cooperative help.
D. It develops high-kevel thinking and learning.

43. Mrs. Villanueva wants to use the Group Investigation method in her history class. Which
of the following would be the best activity to employ?
A. Groups decide which historical figure they want to study and delegate
responsibilities for initial legwork within the group before getting together to
summarize the findings.
B. Group members decide which historical figures they want to study and break up
to meet with students from other groups.
C. Students work together at tables on teacher prepared worksheets.
D. Each student signs up for a historical figure to research, at the library.

44. To ensure that every member of the class contributes to the discussion, Mr. Marin
asked the class to form small groups where members talk about a topic on their own a
given of time. What form of group discussion technique did he use?
A. Buzzing C. Panel
B. Debate D. Posters
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

45. Teacher Claire’a lesson is on methods of family planning. She wanted her class to gain
a holistic understanding of family planning methods. So she invited a priest to talk on
the morality of family planning methods, a doctor to shed light on the physiological
aspect of family planning, an official of Population Commission to share his research
findings and a couple to give insights on their family planning practices. After each of
the guests have shared their viewpoints with one another, they answer questions raised
by the class. What technique did she employ?
A. forum C. Debate
B. Panel discussion D. Symposium

46. Teacher Camille interviewed seven students to know the reasons for their frequent
absence in class. Then, she showed the whole picture of their class attendance in a
cause (lack of transport fare)-and-effect (missing a day in class) diagram with the use of
which organizer?
A. Fishbone diagram C. Spider web
B. Flow chart D. Storyboard

47. When I teach, I often engage in brainstorming. Which do I avoid?


A. Breakdown barriers C. Generate many ideas
B. Increase creativity D. Selectively involve pupils

48. Lessons depicting historical events like EDSA people’s revolution can best be taught
through which of these methodologies?
A. Group discussion C. Narratives
B. Team teaching D. Roleplaying

49. Teacher Arriane, an experienced teacher, does daily review of past lessons in order to
.
A. Introduce a new lesson
B. Reflect on how he presented the previous lesson
C. Provide his pupils with a sense of continuity
D. Determine who among his pupils are studying

50. In the following instructional objective, which is the degree of performance as referred to
in Robert Nager’s guidelines for writing instructional objectives?

Within 60 minutes, students must be able to answer a 100-item multiple choice


examination in Principles of Teaching with 80% accuracy.

A. To answer a 100-item multiple choice examination


B. Students must be able
C. Within 60 minutes
D. With 80% accuracy
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

51. With genetics as a subject in Biology. Teacher Conrad formulated the following lesson
objectives:

1. Given two human traits of a married couple, the student must be able to
comprehend the process of drawing a Punnett square.
2. After discussing what a Punnett square is, the teacher must be able to
construct a Punnett square illustrating the resulting genotypes of the
couple’s future offsprings.

Is objective # 1 in keeping with the principles of lesson objective formulation by Robert


Mager?

A. No, the word “comprehend” is not a behavioral term.


B. Yes, “comprehend” is a behavioral word.
C. Yes, objectives were written our completely.
D. No, objectives are not attainable.

52. Mr. Basa’s social studies class studied the system of checks and balances within which
the three branches of government operate. Then, he asks students to find in the
Constitution examples of ways the executive branch can limit the power of the
legislative branch. Which is the highest level of thinking within Bloom’s taxonomy of
educational objectives that this assignment is likely to require students to use?
A. Analysis C. Application
B. Synthesis D. Knowledge

53. As part of their lesson, Teacher Ella, the music teacher, scheduled the young beginners
to vocalize for 5 to 20 minutes daily three times per week. In terms of psychomotor
learning, such teacher’s action illustrates .
A. Skill perfecting C. Distributed practice
B. Mass practice D. Skilled performance

54. You want your students to answer the questions at the end of a reading lesson:
What did I learn today?’ “What still puzzle me?” What did I enjoy, hate, accomplish in
class today?” How did I learn from the lesson?” Which of the following are you asking
them to do?
A. Work on an assignment C. Work on a drill
B. Make journal entry D. Apply what they learned

55. Teacher Carla wants her students to master the concept of social justice. Which series
of activities will be most effective?
A. Pretest-teaching-posttest
B. Pretest-teaching-posttest-re-teaching for unlearned concepts-posttest
C. Review-pretest-teaching-posttest
D. Teaching-posttest
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

56. Teacher Arvie wanted to show a close representation of the size and shape of the Earth
and its location in the entire solar system. Which instructional tool should he use?
A. Realia C. Picture
B. Model D. Film

57. Teacher Ian wants to conduct a research about dolphins on the Web. Which tool should
he used to find information on the Internet?
A. Search engine C. Instant messenger
B. Wireless network D. Email

58. The teacher is the first audiovisual aid in the classroom. How can she act as one?
A. Have a pleasing physical appearance and modulated voice.
B. Sing before the class starts to wake up the class on a rainy day.
C. Show her TV film clip when she was interviewed at a popular broadcast network.
D. Wear designer clothes to catch their attention.

59. Misdemeanor has a “ripple effect”. This implies that as a classroom manager, a teacher
.
A. Reinforce positive behavior
B. Responds to misbehavior promptly
C. Is consistent in her classroom management practice
D. Counts 1 to 10 before she deals with a misbehaving student

60. When a teacher inserts unrelated material from a previous lesson, a flip-flop occurs.
What consequence results from this teacher flaw in classroom management?
A. Students lose-concentration on what to focus their attention on.
B. Students become unruly.
C. Students refuse to work on assignments.
D. students are demotivate to learn.

61.A A good teacher has “eyes on the back of her head.” What one characteristic of
the teacher as an effective classroom manager is depicted by this idiom?
A. Giving attention to students who are having difficulty with school work
B. Seeing only a portion of the class but intensively
C. Knowing where instructional materials are kept
D. Being sensitive to happenings in all parts of the classroom

62. You can exhibit referent power on the first day of school by .
A. Employing power-seeking strategies
B. Giving your students a sense of belongingness and acceptance.
C. Making your students feel you know what you are talking about
D. Enforcing your authority over your students
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

63. Mrs. Gaddi encourages her students to brainstorm, to be internally motivated, and to be
flexible and playful in their thinking. She is also careful that she does not become
overcontrolling of her students. Mrs. Gaddi is fostering in her classroom.
A. Creativity C. Collaboration
B. Decision making D. Dependence

64. What must a teacher do to ensure orderly transitions between activities?


A. Allow time for the students to socialize in between activities.
B. Have the materials ready at the start of the activity.
C. Assign fewer exercises to fill the allotted time.
D. Wait for students’ who lag behind.

65. The task of setting up routine activities for effective classroom management is a task
that a teacher should undertake .
A. As soon as the students have adjusted to their schedules
B. On the very first day of school
C. Every first hour of each class session
D. Every homeroom day of the week

66. Teacher Susie uses the low-profile classroom control technique most of the time. What
does this imply?
A. She is reactive in her disciplinary orientation.
B. She manages pupils’ personalities and motivation.
C. She manages misbehavior without disrupting lesson flow.
D. She reacts severely to a misbehaving student.

67. Your student’s talkativeness is beginning to distract the attention of the entire class. You
want to use time-out to discipline him. Which of the procedures should you not do?
A. Send your student out of the classroom for the duration of the class period.
B. Ensure that the student can be observed by you or a teacher aide while serving
the time-out.
C. Allow the student to rejoin the class when the time-out period is over.
D. Let the students stay in an area which is not stimulating but secure and
comfortable to the student.

68. Suppose two of your students fought in class while the lesson was going on. What
would be your immediate response?
A. Take the two students immediately to the principal’s office.
B. Settle the issues immediately even if you have to stop the lesson.
C. Stop the fight and place the two boys in a corner of the room.
D. Ask the class who is started the fight and what caused it.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

69. To ensure effective teacher –student interaction in his class, which questioning practice
should teacher Peejay do?
A. Allowing sufficient “think time” of at least 7-10 seconds.
B. Calling another student as soon as the student called cannot answer the
question.
C. Extending wait-time until the student responds correctly.
D. Answering the question himself if no one can correctly answer.

70. When asking effective questions, all except one of the following practices should be
followed. Which one?
A. If students are unable to respond, give them the correct answer to save time.
B. Wait at least five seconds before calling on students to respond.
C. Ask one questions at a time.
D. Start your lesson with relatively easy questions and proceed to more difficult
ones.

71. What type of questioning does the following depict:

How could this information be corrected or approved?


A. Fact C. Analytical
B. Convergent D. Knowledge

72. After reading an essay, Teacher Baby wants to help sharpen her student’s ability to
interpret. Which of these activities will be most appropriate?
A. Drawing conclusions C. Getting the main idea
B. Making inferences D. Listing facts separately from opinion

73. What is possible effect of an overcrowded curriculum?


A. In-depth learning tends to be given greater emphasis.
B. Greater concept understanding.
C. Lifelong learning skills tend to be fully developed.
D. Lack of personal analysis and reflection on major concepts.

74. If curriculum is designed following the traditional approach, which feature(s) apply(ies)?
I. The aims of the curriculum are set by professionals and experts.
II. Interested groups (teachers, students, communities) are assumed to
agree with the aims of the curriculum.
III. Consensus building is not necessary
A. III only C. I, II
B. I, II, III D. I, III
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

75. Which one explains curriculum alignment correctly?


A. Teachers emphasize different learning experiences based on their skills and
interests.
B. Objectives match assessment.
C. Objectives match instruction and assessment.
D. Teachers plan activities in the context of learner’s multiple intelligences and
varied learning styles.

76. You practice inclusive education. Which of these applies to you?


I. You accept every student as full and valued member of the class and
school community.
II. Your special attention is on learners with specific learning or social needs.
III. You address the needs of the class as a whole within the context of the
learners with specific learning or social needs.
A. II only C. I only
B. I and II D. I and III

77. What facet of understanding occurs when students are able to tell stories, narratives,
and parables which enlightens and engages helps them remember, focus on essentials
and make sense of life.
A. Evaluation C. Application
B. Interpretation D. Perspective

78. Which of the following correctly states an aspect of effective reflective practice?
A. The reflection should be free of links to conceptual frameworks that limit inquiry
and problem solving.
B. Teacher coaches should create environment of trust and build a context for
reflection that is unique to every learning situation.
C. Peer coaching should be done sparingly because it can interfere with a coach’s
own reflective potential.
D. Reflective practice, to remain truly professional, should exclude student input that
challenges teaching strategies.

79. After kindergarten and 12 years of schooling, every k to 12 graduate will be ready for
higher education, employment, or entrepreneurship since he is equipped with
.
I. Learning and innovation skills
II. Life and career skills
III. Information, media and technology skills
IV. Effective communication skills
A. I and II C. II and IV
B. I, II, III, IV D. I, III, and IV
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

80. Which among the following rationale applies to the two extra years in the Senior High
School of the K to 12 curriculum?
I. To ensure sufficient skills for mastery of concepts
II. To develop student’s entrepreneurial skills
III. To promote lifelong learning
A. I only C. I and II
B. II only D. I, II and III

81. Research findings showed that student’s motivation may vary according to socio-
economic background. Which observation can attest to this?
A. Females are more likely than males to earn higher grades.
B. Students from poor families have higher risks of failing and dropping from school.
C. Gifted students are more highly motivated.
D. More boys than girls become underachievers

82. Action research is a practical self-assessment procedure which teachers can undertake
to explore nature of their practice in a particular learning context. The information
gathering and reflection which ensues will assist teachers in appraising
.
A. Classroom atmosphere C. Knowledge of teaching practice
B. Social connections with students D. Perceptions of right and wrong

83. Cheche came to class without her assignment. When asked why, she answered, “I
have no one to ask for help. My parents leave for office very early in the morning and
come past midnight when I am asleep already.” As her teacher what can you do?
A. Write Cheche’s parents about their responsibilities in helping her with school
work.
B. Warn the parents that the child will fail if unaided.
C. Meet her parents and discuss how home and school can partner to assist
Cheche.
D. Advise Cheche to talk to her parents for much-needed help.

84. Among the following research instruments, one does not belong to the group. Which is
it?
A. Description C. Observation
B. Interview D. Method

85. Parents who observed to be caring, but unmindful of their children’s manners at home
are considered .
A. Authoritarian C. Permissive
B. Authoritative D. Rejecting and neglecting

86. Which theory calls for adaptation to the learner’s biological and developmental set of
characteristics?
A. Multiple Intelligence Theory C. Experiential Learning Theory
B. Emotional Intelligence Theory D. Reading Readiness Theory
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

87. When a child is engaged in a learning experience, a number of areas of the brain are
simultaneously activated. Which of the following is NOT an implication of this research
finding?
A. Teachers should create a balance between meaningful experiences and optimal
stimulation of the brain in their classrooms.
B. Teachers should offer children plenty of “left brain” and “right brain” activities in
the classroom.
C. Teachers should provide high-involvement, low-stress activities like field trips and
cooperative learning.
D. Teachers should enable the connecting of learning to positive emotions, allowing
students to make better, more reflective decisions and choices.

88. Which of the following statements about men and women is most accurate?
A. Overall, men are physically superior to women.
B. Overall, women are physically superior to men.
C. Men and women differ physically in some limited ways.
D. There are no physical differences between men and women.

89. Pre-school children tend to focus all their attention on a single characteristic compared
to the others.
A. Centration C. Egocentrism
B. Ego-centration D. Conservation

90. It is based on the belief that learning occurs when learners are actively involved in the
learning process and not just possibly receivers of information.
A. Experiment learning C. Collaborative
B. Constructive teaching D. Conceptual learning
C.
91.A A mother told his son, “Unlike dogs, birds don’t bark.” What process is illustrated
in Piaget’s cognitive development theory?
A. Accommodation C. Reversion
B. Conservation D. Assimilation

92. Which of the following observations can be explained by classical conditioning?


A. A person imitates the behaviors of his classmates.
B. A person may attribute features to conditions outside of him.
C. A person feels fatigue every time he walks from home to school.
D. A person becomes fearful at the mere sight of the dentist’s office building.

93. Recent researchers reveal limitations of behaviorist views but they continue to influence
education. Which of these demonstrate/s the influence of behaviorist theories over
effective learning?
A. Blended learning C. Journal writing
B. Problem solving, HOTS D. Programmed instruction
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

94. Who among the following used animals as models for human behavior?
A. Lewin C. Wertheiner
B. Tolman D. Piaget

95. Which of the following clearly illustrates negative reinforcement?


A. A teacher promises extra time in the play area to children who behave well
during the lesson.
B. A teacher announces that a student who gets an average grade of 90 for the two
grading periods will no longer take the final examination.
C. A teacher promises an early recess to her students who are hesitant to begin
their seatwork.
D. A teacher announces that students who clean their room without being asked will
earn extra points.

96. People who active a sense of integrity .


A. Teat themselves as the most important person in the world.
B. Sink into despair
C. Consolidate a sense of self
D. Want to make personal changes

97. According to Erikson, which of these is the most important aspect of the ego?
A. Realistic ego C. Perceived ego
B. Self-conscious ego D. Ego identity

98. Jun-Jun does not realize that the juice in each glass can be poured back into the juice
box form which it came. Jun-Jun demonstrates:
A. Egocentrism C. Lack of object permanence
B. Conservation problem D. Reversibility of thought

99. According to Piaget’s stages of cognitive development, between ages 12 and 15


children reach formal operational stage. What are they capable of doing at this stage?
A. Can focus on only one aspect of a situation or event.
B. Can solve abstract problems and think deductively.
C. Can reason inductively or deductively.
D. Can do multi-tasking.

100. In the constructivist approach, the following are the roles of a teacher EXCEPT:
A. Scaffolds and guides C. Empowering model
B. “Sage on the stage” D. Warm demander

101. Below are the characteristics of Constructivist teaching EXCEPT which one?
A. Activities are interactive and student-centered
B. Learners are not actively involved
C. Environment is democratic
D. Teacher-facilitators process learning
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

102. Teacher Ailleen begins a lesson on tumbling, demonstrating front and back
somersaults in slow motion and physically guiding her students through the correct
movements. As her students become more skillful, she stands back from the mat and
gives verbal feddback about how to improve. With Vygotsky’s theory in mind, what did
Teacher Aileen do?
A. Apprenticeship C. Peer interaction
B. Guided participation D. Scaffolding

103. Sexual urges remain repressed and children mostly interact with same-sex
peers. These instances are under the .
A. Anal Stage C. Phallic Stage
B. Latency Stage D. Genital Stage

104. Based on Freud’s theory, which operates when a student strikes a classmate at
the height of anger?
A. Ego C. Id and Ego interact
B. Id D. Superego

105. The department head of Edukasyon sa Pagpapahalaga asked his teachers to


enhance their students’ moral reasoning. Which of the following techniques can satisfy
this objective?
A. Providng students with developmentally appropriate education.
B. Presenting a morally ambigous situation and asking the studnets what they
would do.
C. Challenging the studnets to perform beyond their abilities and do assigned tasks
independently.
D. Inviting successful graduates of the school and talk about their experiences to
the students.

106. Which of the following activities should be incorporated in the elementary level?
A. Creating a list of classroom duties that needed to be completed on scheduled
basis.
B. Utilizing physical activity to teach fairness and sportsmanship.
C. Incorporating guest speakers to expose students to many career choices.
D. Utilizing physical activity to help relieve stress, negative feelings and improve
moods.

107. Ryzza knows that when their family goes out for dinner, she needs to follow
certain rules and mind her manners at the table. Such set of standards is an example
of:
A. Pre-conventional rule
B. Conventional rule
C. Post-conventional rule
D. Between pre-conventional and conventional rule
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

108. Teacher Marissa wants her students satisfy the highest need according to
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Which of the following is the most appropriate suggestion
to Teacher Marissa:
A. Ensure their good health and well-being.
B. Give them time for recess and relaxation.
C. We will help them engage in a hobby to gain recognition.
D. Encourage them to develop themselves to the fullest.

109. A school wants to develop the learners’ metacognitive skills. Which practice is
inconsistent with school’s goal?
A. Rote teaching C. Constructivist instruction
B. Emphasis on HOTS D. Authentic assessment

110. Do factual skills have something to do with metacognitive skills?


A. No, if the subject matter is quite easy.
B. No, the prerequisite knowledge is disconnected to metacognitive processes.
C. Yes, if the subject matter is extremely difficult.
D. Yes, the prerequisite knowledge must have been mastered so a student can
engage in higher metacognitive processes.

111. Which of the following can help teachers elicit metacognitive skills among
students?
I. Use of higher-order thinking strategies.
II. Choose topics that students want to learn.
III. Teach metacognitive skills explicitly.
A. I only C. I and II
B. I and II D. I, II, and III

112. Which of the following is an example of an intrinsic motivator?


A. A pay increase C. Satisfaction in a job well done
B. Promotion D. good working conditions

113. Which is a flexible and individual support for children with special needs that are
a part of education?
A. Exclusive C. Inclusive
B. Conclusive D. Exhaustive

114. Tests should be non-threatening, but which of the following actually threatens
students?
A. Self-record of test scores C. Scheduled exam
B. Surprise quiz D. Submission of report

115. In the context of the 6 facets of understanding cited by Wiggins and McTighe,
what is a proof of the student’s understanding of a principle?
A. Repeating the principle given by the teacher. C. Stating it from memory.
B. Applying it to solve his/her problem. D. Memorizing it.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

For numbers 116 to 118, refer to the given task below.

After reading and paraphrasing Robert Frost’s “Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy
Evening.”Mr. Sales asked the class to share any insight derived from the poem.

116. The class was asked to share their insights about the poem. The ability to come
up with an insight stems from the ability to .
A. Analyze the parts of a whole
B. Evaluate the worthiness of a thing
C. Relate and organize thing and ideas
D. Comprehend the subject that is being studied

117. To ask the class any insight derived from the poem is based on the theory of?
A. Realism C. Conditioning
B. Behaviorism D. Constructivism

118. On which assumption about the learner is Mr. Sales’s act of asking the class to
share their insight based?
A. Learners are meant to interact with one another.
B. Learners are like empty receptacles waiting to be filled up.
C. Learners have multiple intelligences and varied learning styles.
D. Learners are producers of knowledge not only passive recipients of information.

119. Which of the following should be done first in making a quarterly exam?
A. Define the instructional objective.
B. Set up a table of specifications.
C. Decide on the length of the test.
D. Select the types of test items to use.

120. According to Wiggins and McTighe, one facet of understanding, an evidence of


learning, is empathy. Which test questions assesses a student’s capacity to emphatize?
A. Summarize the story of Romeo and Juliet.
B. What were the sweet words of Romeo to Juliet?
C. If you were the author, how will you end the story? Explain briefly.
D. Imagine you were Juliet. What were your thoughts and feelings for taking this
desperate action?

121. A criterion-referenced test is designed to determine whether or not a student has


.
A. Performed well in a wide content coverage
B. Performed higher than the other members of a group
C. Reached a present target
D. Reached a performance level on a specific skill
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

122. Which type of tests is most appropriate if teacher Alyssa wants to measure
student’s ability to recall factual information?
A. Limited response essay C. Extended response essay
B. Short answer type of test D. Modified alternative response

123. In a test, Teacher Larry asked his students to enumerate five Filipino heroes
during the Spanish-Filipino war. In which level is the students’ task?
A. Applying C. Synthesizing
B. Evaluating D. Remembering

124. Why this item poor?

is the female President of the Philippines.

I. There are a variety of possible correct answers to this item.


II. The last item does not pose a problem to the examinee.
III. The language used in the question is not precise.
IV. The blank is at the beginning of a sentence.

A. I and II C. I and IV
B. I and III D. II and IV

125. What makes this multiple choice type of test poor?

Some test items .

A. Are objective
B. Are too difficult
C. Are poorly constructed
D. Have multiple defensible answers

A. There options are not grammatically connected to the stem.


B. The stem fails to present a problem.
C. There are grammatical clues.
D. The options are not parallel.

126. What is defective in this test item?

Who is best admired for outstanding contribution of world peace?


A. Kissinger C. Kennedy
B. Clinton D, Mother Teresa

A. Content is trivial.
B. Item is overly specific.
C. Test item is opinion-based.
D. There is a cue to the right answer.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

127. What is wrong with this True-False item?

Ivan Pavlov is a Behaviorist who studied operant conditioning.

A. It is a trivial item. C. it has two central ideas.


B. It is a textbook jargon. D. It’s not neither true nor false.

Fornumbers 128 to 129, study the matching type below.

Column A Column B

1. equivalent triangle With 3 equal sides


2. right triangle With 5 equal side
3. octagon Has a 90-degree angle
4. pentagon Means many
5. heptagon With 7 sides
6. poly With 8 sides

128. What is the main defect of this matching test?


A. The matching types is an imperfect type C. The items are not homogeneous.
B. The answers have an obvious pattern. D. The items are quite easy.

129. Which should be done to improve this matching test.


A. Drop item #6 in Column A.
B. All items should be on types of polygons.
C. Increase the number of items in Column B.
D. Remove the word triangle in items #1 and #2 in column A.

130. Teacher Solita wants to determine students’ knowledge on the use of laboratory
equipment. Which assessment procedure will be most appropriate and authentic?
A. Oral test to identify different laboratory equipment.
B. Requiring students to draw and label the laboratory equipment.
C. Observation of students’ use of laboratory equipment while doing experiments.
D. Paper-and p-pencil teat that requires students to enumerate the do’s and don’ts’s
in the use of laboratory equipment.

131. If a teacher wants to measure her students’ ability to discriminate, which of this is
an appropriate type of test item as implied by the direction?
A. “Outline the Chapter on the Cell.”
B. “Summarize the lesson yesterday.”
C. “Group the following items according to shape.”
D. “State a set of principles that can explain the following events.”
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

132. Essay questions are used in an achievement test when .


A. Originality is a factor in the response
B. A wide sampling of materials is desired
C. Little time is available for construction and scoring
D. Most of the material sampled are facts or information.

133. Which form of assessment is consistent with the saying “The proof of the pudding
is in the eating.”
A. Indirect C. Contrived
B. Authentic D. Traditional

134. What is being assessed by the rubric given below?

Rubric
8 – 10 pts Demonstrates imaginative thinking
5 – 7 pts Demonstrates moderate imaginative skills
1 – 4 pts Lacks imaginative thinking

A. Appeal C. Creativity
B. Aesthetic D. Workmanship

135. Which test form would you choose if you want to have a valid and reliable test
based on the table below?

Test form Validity Index Reliability Index


A 0.47 0.63
B 0.87 0.57
C 0.20 0.86
D 0.40 0.41
E 0.63 0.07

A. Form A C. Form A and D


B. Form B D. Form B and E

136. What should a teacher do to make a test valid


A. Have two or three colleagues rate the test.
B. Make the individual test items undergo internal consistency.
C. Compare the assessment measure with another measures.
D. Develop a set of parallel items and administer it in the same group.

137. A test item has a difficulty index of 0.50 and a discrimination index of 0.24. What
should the teacher do?
A. Reject the item. C. Make it a bonus item.
B. Retain the item. D. Make it a bonus item and reject it.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

138. Teacher Carla discarded an item, what does it imply about the test item?
A. The mean score is relatively low.
B. Half of the class got the item correctly.
C. More form the lower group got the correct answer.
D. The distracters of the item are plausible and attractive.

For item numbers 139 to 141, study this item analysis done in an item in a Science test.

Item No. 1. The correct answer is B.


Group A B* C D
Upper 27% 7 11 1 1
Lower 27% 7 5 6 2

139. Based on the table, what is the item difficulty?


A. 0.20 C. 0.40
B. 0.30 D. 0.60
140. The table shows that the test item analyzed .
A. Has a positive discrimination C. Is extremely easy
B. Has a negative discrimination index D. Is extremely difficult

141. Based on the table which is the most effective distractible?


A. Option A C. Option C
B. Option B D. Option D

142. A mathematics test was given to all Grade V pupils to determine the contestants
for the Math Quiz Bee. Which statistical measure should be used to identify the top 15?
A. Mean Score C. Quartile Deviation
B. Percentile Rank D. Percentage Score

143. Nelia’s score is within x – 1 SD. To which of the following groups does she
belong?
A. Average C. Above Average
B. Below Average D. Needs Improvement

144. Study results of a group of tests administered to Angel’s Class.

Subject Mean Standard Angel’s Score


Deviation
Math 39 5 41
Physics 29 12 28
English 42 15 45
Social Science 43 9 44

In which subject did Angel perform well?


A. Math C. English
B. Physics D. Social Science
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 26, 2017

145. If the scores of your test follow a negatively skewed score distribution, what
should you do? Find out .
A. Why your items were easy C. Why most of the scores are high
B. Why some pupils scored high D. Why most of the scores are low

146. The correlation coefficient for scores in Math and Science is -0.92. What does
this mean?
A. The higher the Math score, the lower the Science score.
B. Math score is not in any way related to Science score.
C. Math score is positively related to Science score.
D. Science score is slightly related to Math score.

147. Which tests determine whether students accept responsibility for their own
behavior or pass on responsibility for their own behavior to other people?
A. Stylistics tests C. Locus-of-control tests
B. Thematic tests D. Sentence-completion tests

148. Which is one weakness of self-supporting personality checklists?


A. They lack stability.
B. They have built-in lie scales.
C. They has poor internal consistency.
D. They can hide or disguise individual’s feelings.

149. Marking on a normative basis means that .


A. Some should fail
B. Some get high marks
C. The grading is based on a preset criteria
D. The normal distribution curve should be followed

150. When checking projects made by your pupils, what must be done to ensure
objectivity in giving grades?
A. Prepare rubrics I giving grades.
B. Rate the projects by batch checking.
C. Request somebody to grade the projects of your classes.
D. Rate the projects in descriptive and not in a quantitative manner.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which among the statements below support the idea that Philippine education system is
community centered?
I. Encouragement of local initiative.
II. Community values reflected in education program.
III. Fiscal support from through congressional legislation.
IV. Children, adult and out of school education in the community.

a. I, II and III c. II, III and IV


b. I, III and IV d. I, II, III and IV

2. Which among the following situation is PROHIBITED under the Code of Ethics for
Professional?
a. Tutorial fess from allow learners in one’s own class.
b. Upholding the highest standards in living.
c. Living with dignity at all times.
d. Cordial relation with parents.

3. What appropriate intervention did DepEd implement to resolve school children


population density in public schools?
a. Morning and afternoon session c. Evening vocational classes to drop-outs
b. Tapping NGOs who assist schools d. Development of instructional materials

4. One of the principles of learners says that “Each learner approaches the world in many
ways.” How can this be applied especially in a multicultural classroom?
a. Multigrade teaching c. Varied learning experience
b. Standard lesson plan d. Outcome based syllabus

5. According to RA 4670, the official number of hours spent in school by teachers should
be .
a. 10 hours c. 8 hours
b. 12 hours d. 6 hours

6. What is the basic characteristic of the Performance Appraisal for Teachers?


a. Peer-supportive c. Competency rewarding
b. Self-directed d. Criteria-assessed

7. Based on what is written in the Bible, who was the Jewish teacher who taught using
stories or parables to bring out lesson in life?
a. Isaiah c. St. Paul
b. Jesus d. Moses
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

8. There are several components that make up a morality mature person. Which shows
that a teacher applies moral principles (e.g. the Golden Rule) when moral judgments?
a. Develops self-esteem c. Encourages others to share their ideas
b. Reflects on moral choices d. Takes into account the opinions of others

9. What best describes “pwedena” mentality vs. excellence in service/work?


a. Committed work c. Arduous preparation
b. Striving to the best d. Resignation to mediocrity

10. Which among the practices below should Teacher Jeff implement in order to
demonstrate that the behaviorist philosophy of education works well in motivating the
students to learn?
a. Back to the basic move c. Non-authoritarian approach in teaching
b. Use rewards and incentive d. Subject-matter centered teaching

11. Teacher Cherry ask her learners to see the link and relevance of their new Jewson to
their own personal experiences and share the same with the class. Therefore, Teacher
Cherry supports in which principle of learning?
a. Effective learning begins with setting of clear expectations & learning outcomes.
b. Learning is the discovery of personal meaning of ideas.
c. Learning is a cooperative and collaborative process.
d. Learning is an active process.

12. In joining different programs for personal growth and professional development, what is
the most desirable drive that is expected from the teacher?
a. Intrinsic desire to grow continuously.
b. Aspiration to become a master teacher.
c. Stature as degree holder in education.
d. Higher position according to the set merit system.

13. What school of thought is behind the student-centered approach in teaching which
emphasizes discovery learning among students?
a. Existentialism c. Essentialism
b. Behaviorism d. Progressivism

14. The teacher adheres to the idea that her students do not need to know the interacted
learning outcomes of her lessons. She proceeds to learning activities without letting
them know what they were supposed to learn for the day. What principle of learning
does the teacher violate?
a. Effective learning begins with setting clear expectation and learning outcomes
b. Learning is the discovery of the personal meaning of ideas.
c. Learning is an cooperative and collaborative process.
d. Learning is an active process.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

15. “An ounce of experience is better than ton of theory” was one of John Dewey’s main
contentions. This statement underscores the .
a. The primacy of theory c. The primacy of experience
b. The need for theory d. The need for experience

16. In order to lessen the likelihood of students disarranging chairs and to ensure there is
no litter on the floors. Teacher Coleen makes sure the classroom is clean and orderly.
a. Behaviorisms c. Existentialism
b. Progressivism d. Reconstructionism

17. Your students are more interested in a topic that is not part of your lesson, so you drop
your original lesson in favor of what they like. Which philosophy governs your decision?
a. Empiricism c. Progressivism
b. Rationalism d. Existentialism

18. What enables the learner to fully contribute to a peaceful and just society based on the
“Learning to do” pillar?
a. Insights c. Knowledge
b. Values d. Skills

19.A A learner must first attain this for him/herself before being able to fully “learn to live
and work together.”
a. Love his fellowmen c. Find peace within oneself
b. Become self-actualized d. Attain an altruistic mind

20. If people live together in peace and harmony through understanding of one’s tradition
and values, what word will described the situation?
a. Contemporariness c. Pluralism and diversity
b. Accentuated risk d. Interdependence

21. “Learning to learn” is best seen in this/these skills.


a. To listen and observe c. To read with understanding
b. To ask and gather data d. To process and select information

22.A A powerful European country supplied weapons to Afghanistan rebels who were
fighting a war in the Middle East. Based on the principles of moral discernment. What is
the most applicable based on this scenario?
a. Principle of lesser evil c. Principle of formal cooperation
b. Principle of double effect d. Principle of material cooperation

23. The development of sound judgment, commitment to truth, and the strengthening of the
moral fabric of society all belong to this major goal of Philippine education.
a. Autonomy c. Self-actualization
b. Enculturation d. Ethical character
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

24. What educational philosophy should a teacher emphasize if he wants his students to
develop self-responsibility and accountability?
a. Essentialist c. Existentialist
b. Utilitarianist d. Constructivist

25. Among active participation of school officials and teachers in the community. Which of
the following is not appropriate due to prevailing religious sentiments?
a. Literacy assistance for out-of-school children/youth.
b. Promoting contraceptives for Planned Parenthood.
c. Household campaign for healthful practice.
d. Introducing cooperative thrift practice.

26. Transparency international, a global corruption watch dog, rates the Philippines on of
the most corrupt nation in Asia.
a. Values Education c. Cultural Preservation Program
b. Infrastructure Modernization d. Socio-Economic Development

27. The learning episode includes documentation that is complete clear and well-organized.
a. Portfolio c. Assignments submitted before deadline
b. Reflections/insight d. Analysis of learning episodes

28. The teacher does not have drills out of context, instead, she gives real-world Math
problems for the learners to drill on. This act of Teacher is rootedfrom which principle of
learning?
a. Effective learning begins with setting of clear expectations, learning of outcomes.
b. Learning is the discovery of personal meaning of ideas.
c. Learning is a cooperative and collaborative process.
d. Learning is an active process.

29. Which of the following can help the school to follow standards of the Total Quality
School Model?
a. Clientele-focus c. Involvement of the community
b. Empowerment d. Continuous improvement

30. In order to achieve a meaningful teaching-and-learning process, it is best to link and


relate the lesson to the life of the student by integrating a relevant value in the lesson.
Which among the following agrees to the principles?
a. Write SMART lesson objectives.
b. Begin with the goal/objective in mind.
c. Share lesson objectives/outcomes with students.
d. Lesson objective/outcomes integrated with 2 or 3 domains-cognitive, skills and
affective learning.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

31. Teacher Ricky asks students to break down, critical examine, interpret and investigate a
concept or problem. This demonstrates what kind of learning?
a. Application c. Analysis
b. Synthesis d. Evaluation

32. Among the different types of knowledge is achieved through computer literacy and the
knowledge of technology which is most appropriate to be used in teaching.
a. Content knowledge c. Technological knowledge
b. Method knowledge d. Pedagogical knowledge

33. The following are major needs for the curriculum with learning outcomes EXCEPT for.
a. Assessment to determine realization of outcome?
b. Teaching-learning activities based on content.
c. Clear establishment of learning outcomes.
d. Procurement of cost-effective resources.

34.A A bulletin board display has many colors and arrangement that catches and
holds interest. What criteria is being exemplified in this situation?
a. Utility c. Interactivity
b. Balance d. Attractiveness

35. Among the activities below, which activity demonstrates collaborative learning?
a. Student group take drills c. Group project concept and application
b. Student group a field trip d. Teacher tutorial on student groups

36. As a classroom manager, Teacher Andres required each of his students to stand and
give their seatwork individually to him before the bell rings for dismissal. What
component of classroom management did he establish?
a. Code c. Routine
b. Rule d. Norm

37. Which among the following IS NOT a responsibility of the Learning Resource,
Audiovisual, and Educational Technology Center of a school?
a. Accomplish student’s technology project for them.
b. Work with teachers in producing instructional materials.
c. Conduct training for teachers on the use of technology tools.
d. Make available technology equipment for use of students and teachers.

38. This knowledge includes the principles and strategies of teaching such as formulating
objectives, designing activities and assessing learning outcomes.
a. Content knowledge c. Pedagogical knowledge
b. Method knowledge d. Teaching knowledge
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

39. What questioning technique is used by Teacher Ariel when he asked the learners a
series of questions that serves to explore, look into, and inquire?
a. Probe c. Rephrase
b. Repeat d. Redirect

40. Which among the criteria below is achieved by a bulletin board display whose objects
and designs are well arranged in order to show stability?
a. Balance c. Attractiveness
b. Unity d. Interactivity

41. In classroom management, this is the immediate and effective way to address three
misbehaving students.
a. Detain three after class c. Stop classes till the three stop misbehaving
b. Assign them separate seats d. Send them to the guidance room

42. Shy and timid students can be best helped by providing .


a. Tolerance c. Disciplined guidance
b. Encouragement d. Persistent counseling

43. In his Math class, Teacher Lai showed a graph and then asked,” what data is the graph
concerned?” rather than “what do you see in the graph?” With this what questioning
method did she use?
a. Evaluative c. Persistent counseling
b. Tolerance d. Convergent

44. Among the five levels of technology integration, what is achieved by Teacher Siony who
directs student on the conventional use of tool-based software e.g. Microsoft as an entry
point?
a. Adoption c. Transformation
b. Infusion d. Adaptation

45. What characteristic is being exemplified by a teacher or principal who allows an angry
learner or let parent to pour out grievances?
a. Just judge c. Exceptional listener
b. Expert problem solver d. Model and inspiration

46. This type of knowledge refers to how well you know the subject area of the topic being
taught.
a. Method knowledge c. Technological knowledge
b. Content knowledge d. Pedagogical knowledge

47. This an essential and significant preliminary factor in the differentiated instructional
process?
a. Error difference c. Student-led initiative
b. Entry level indicators d. Varying level performance
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

48. Based on DepEd’s new grading, on which are learners grades based from Grade 1 to
12?
a. Final periodical test c. Written, performance and periodical test
b. Overall achievement test d. Written and performance tests

49. How is “truancy” be best understood and interpreted so that proper responses can be
made to prove it?
a. Absences without reason c. Absences due to family problems
b. Absences with permission d. Absences due to sickness

50. Under the K to 12 Curriculum, what covers the spiral approach in the teaching of
Mathematics?
a. Give autonomy to school to schools in choice of math subjects.
b. Teach Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry only to higher grades.
c. Progressively teach Math concepts from Grade 1 and continued to Grade 10.
d. Teach Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry in Grade 7, 8 and 10 respectively.

51. What level of technology integration is reached by Teacher Louisa who builds a learning
environment that instills the power of technology tools throughout the day and across
subject areas?
a. Adoption c. Transformation
b. Infusion d. Adaptation

52. Which program directly embodies both the pre-service and in-service program for
Teachers?
a. K-12 Program
b. Basic Education Curriculum (BEC)
c. Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda (BESRA)
d. Teacher Education Development Program (TEDP)

53. What level of technology integration is reached by Teacher Simony who encourages
adaptation tool-based software by letting students to select a tool and modify its use to
accomplish a task at hand?
a. Infusion c. Transformation
b. Adoption d. Adaption

54. Teacher Johnny builds a rich learning environment in which students regularly engage
in activities that would have been impossible to achieve without technology, e.g. their
own power point presentation of lesson. This act of Teacher Johnny can be classified to
what level of technology integration?
a. Infusion c. Transformation
b. Adoption d. Adaptation

55. What solution can best addressed to anticipated unruly students scenarios in class?
a. Spelled out rules on discipline c. set punishment for misbehavior
b. Threats to unruly behavior d. Projection of teacher authority
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

56. Social norms develop the “good” life. In the society, which of the following is the least
important to the consideration of a “good life” for all?
a. Piety c. Prosperity
b. Justice d. freedom
57. Which evidence of learning can serve the most objective means of assessment?
a. Test c. Dialogue
b. Journal d. Class project

58. Teacher Patrick evaluate an app for his Grade 9 Science class in order to ensure the
right standards that meet his objectives, too difficult for learners. He gives emphasis on
the criteria for .
a. Accuracy c. Organization
b. Currency d. Appropriateness

59. In order to show continuity and wholeness in the delivery of lesson, what can Teacher
Cathy do about past lesson before presenting a new lesson?
a. Preview c. Pretest
b. Review d. Post-test

60. Under the K-to-12 Curriculum, when does specialization begin in TLE?
a. Grade 9 c. Grade 8
b. Grade 7 d. Grade 10

61. Which of the following situation would indicate that you, as teacher, had been effective
in instilling discipline among your students?
a. Students have develop concern for each other
b. Fear and fright resulting in good behavior
c. Students behave because an award awaits them
d. Your presence results in their being behave

62. Which of the following style or technique would make you the teacher a good classroom
manager, “teacher with eyes on the back of her head!”
a. Give your students the “head-to-toe” look when angry
b. Uses eye contact technique with your students
c. Fear and fright dominates the classroom atmosphere
d. Being aware of all the actions and activities in the classroom

63. Your class is a model class. You use the question and answer method of recitation.
Which of the following actions should you do to make your teaching more effective?
a. Approves of students answering in chorus
b. Repeat the correct answers of the students
c. Answer questions posed by the students
d. Appreciate all answers given by the students whether correct or wrong
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

64. The sociogram reveals that four students in your class formed a “cliques.” This means
that the teacher should:
a. Allow them to be together all the time
b. Encourage them to join other groups with similar interests
c. Discourage them from joining other groups
d. Disband the group
65. Parents negatively react on play in children’s curriculum. A teacher who knows the
importance of play would tell the parents that?
a. Playing is important in he child’s cognitive development
b. Playing is a good form of exercise
c. Playing makes learning a pleasurable experience
d. Playing is a stage of child’s development

66. Secondary School Competencies in programming and fostering the learning process
are classified as program, generic and specific. Program Competencies refer to the
over-all competencies which be the thrusts of lessons/programs for first to fourth year,
the General competencies refer to knowledge and information, skills, values and
attitudes which need immediate and observable learning behavioral outcomes, hence,
must be well defined, achieved and realized based on the needs of the learners,
resources of the school and the nature of the society. How can the teacher succeed in
achieving the goals of each curriculum which he/she handles in the secondary level?
a. He/she must be able to pass the LET
b. He/she must be degree holder
c. He/she must be familiar with the types of competencies in the curriculum level
he/she handles
d. Not only should he/she knows all the types of competencies developed for
secondary level but also to distinguish which competencies should be realized

67. The proper care and maintenance of instructional materials is an important part of the
teaching-learning process. Each material has its own proper use ad care. In general
rules must be observed with regards these instructional materials. Which of the
following is not one of the rules?
a. Use hand tools/equipments for all purposes
b. Use only tools which are in good condition
c. Dull-edged tools must be sharpened regularly
d. Tools/materials must be kept at the right places where they should be

68. The ability to perceive how object are related in order to mentally perceive what is seen,
thus creating concrete visual images from memory refers to?
a. Visual – spatial intelligence c. Language
b. Musical d. Logical reasoning

69. It is measurement of personality which is the result by dividing the mental age by the
chronological age.
a. Emotional intelligence (E.Q.) c. Multiple intelligence
b. Intelligence quotient (I.Q.) d. Forecasted behavior quotient
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION – SECONDARY SET A
MARCH 25, 2018

70. The most important criteria in test construction?


a. Preparation of Table of Specification
b. Congruency of items with the objectives
c. Stem should contain the central problem
d. Options should be of almost the same length
71. Under which principle should problems of discipline and class management be
considered?
a. School’s interests is the priority
b. The interests of the school and the students are identical
c. The group’s interest reign supreme over that of the individual’s
d. All activities should be eared towards the student’s development

72. In an individualized education program, what would be the best example of evaluation?
a. A report card with classified scale of letters A – F
b. Test is given at the end of the unit
c. Early diagnosis and 0n-going feedback and guidance
d. A written description of the student’s performance

73. What does a negatively skewed score distribution imply?


a. The scores congregate on the left or right side of the normal distribution curve
b. The students are academically poor
c. A portion of the class is academically poor
d. The scores are widespread

74. The most important contribution of the Gestalt psychology to the theories of learning.
a. Use of multimedia approaches c. Concept of readiness in learning
b. Importance of reinforcement d. Cognitive insight

75. What psychological principle is used when the teacher links the new to the previous one
to enable the students gain a holistic view of the topic:
a. Stimulation b. Apperception c. Recognition d. Conceptualization

76. Which principle of development is manifested in the saying: as a tree is bent, so shall
grow,” that is “a persons actions reflect the training he perceived as a child”
a. Development is determined by heredity or one’s inherent nature.
b. Development is determined by the environment or how one is nurtured.
c. The early formative years are more crucial than later development
d. It is never too late to teach a child new ways

77. Young children have a short attention and interest span,. What kind of tasks should the
teacher give them?
a. Challenging and interesting activities
b. Long but interest activities
c. Easy and difficult activities
d. Short, varied interesting activities
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78. In problem solving, which of these strategies best reflects the principle “how students
learn? May be more important than what they learn”?
a. Knowing steps to take to solve the problem
b. Solving the problem within the given
c. Determining the givens and constraints in the problem
d. Arriving at the right answers

79. What might be done to create a favorable teaching and learning atmosphere in class?
a. Insists on quiet and focused attention at all times
b. Encourage participation in challenging but achievable activities
c. Discourage questions and dissenting opinions from students
d. Allow students to do as they pleas

80. What is learner said to posses when he can use language with ease and effect in any
given situation?
a. Bilingual ability c. A photographic memory
b. High cognitive skills d. communicative competence

81. What is the main concern of spiraling of a curriculum?


a. Curriculum renewal and revision
b. Horizontal articulation among the subjects in a grade level
c. Vertical articulation of a given subject across grade level
d. Incorporating governmental thrusts and societal concerns

82. Which of this information if not entered in Form 1 or the School Register?
a. Alphabetical list of students, boys separated from girls
b. Daily attendance record of each student
c. Grades obtained by each student in all of his/her subjects
d. Personal data for the students in the register

83. The test that cannot measure the ability in theme writing is the
a. Essay type c. Recall type
b. Matching type d. both b & c

84. Which type of test is used to discover further attitudes about self and others?
a. Personality test c. Achievement test
b. Intelligence test d. Diagnostic test

85. The construction of the curriculum in a modern school should be


a. Planned by the principal, supervisors and superintendents and teachers
b. Decided by the DECS and followed by all schools in the country
c. Planned cooperatively by experienced persons and students
d. Built based on books available in school
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86. Before the end of the school year, the supply officer tells you to replace the glass
windows broken by the slamming of the door caused by the wind. Furthermore you are
also required to replace all missing and damaged chairs in the classroom, otherwise
she will not sign your clearance. What should you do?
a. Let the students contribute for the replacement of the broken windows and chairs
b. Explain that you are not the only one using the room, and besides, the chairs are
easily broken. You will not also pay for the broken glass windows that were now
damaged by your students.
c. Refer this case to higher authorities
d. Ignore the supply offer and forge her signature in your clearance

87. There is a school program the following Monday at 9 A.M. You are assigned to emcee
in that particular program but your eight year old son has a fever. What will your do?
a. Make some arrangements and let someone take over the emceeing
b. Call a neighbor and let him take care of your sick son
c. Tell your spouse no go to his office to take care of your son
d. Forget the program and attend to your son

88. You were discussing poetry in your English class when your students tell you that your
just discussed poetry the following day and instead ask you to talk about their problems
with their projects. What will you do?
a. Don’t listen to them. Go on with your lesson
b. Give them time and listen to their problems
c. Tell them that you will discuss the problem the next day instead
d. Give them additional assignments

89. Two of your students dropped out from school without notifying the adviser and each
went to the province. The supply officer wants you to pay for the unreturned books.
What should you do?
a. Pay for the books so that you will be cleared
b. Talk to the principal regarding this matter
c. Let your students contribute money to pay for the books
d. Refer this matter to the PTA president

90. While you are teaching, the principal, who is observing your class, stands up and takes
over in teaching the student. What will you do?
a. Assert your rights politely to the principal as the classroom teacher after the class
b. Just let her take over. Anyway, she is the principal
c. Refer this to the higher authority
d. Report this to the media

91. Which of the following tells you what may happen based ones’ scheme and
observation?
a. Observing c. Describing
b. Experimenting d. Predicting
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92. In your grammar lesson, three students tell you that their previous English teacher
taught them differently regarding your current lesson. They are confused as to who
between you and their previous teacher is right.
a. Let them decide who is correct
b. Let them read more about the subject matter
c. Tell them that the previous teacher is wrong and you are correct
d. Tell them that they might have misunderstood the previous teacher

93.A A parent talk with you about his son’s low grades. He showed you his quizzes, unit
test and projects. You discovered that his name is Mel and you wrongfully put his
name on the girls list.
a. Recognize your mistake and promise to correct the same in the second grading
b. Insists that you are right in grading him
c. Refer the matter to the principal
d. Ignore the complain

94.A A co-teacher has been gossiping with other teacher about your husband’s/wife’s
illicit affair with another teacher. What will you do?
a. Ignore him/her
b. Talk to your husband/wife
c. Gossip about that co-teacher
d. Confront him/her to stop spreading word

95. What should a cooperating teacher do to help the student teacher who has been
assigned to him/her?
a. Provide opportunities for the student teacher to acquire the skills and
competencies of effective teacher
b. Show your lesson plan and let him/her follow what is in your lesson plan
c. Write or prepare activities to be done and let him/her execute these in class
d. Don’t allow him/her to make own decisions as to how the lesson is to be
introduced

96. Which of the following is an important duty of a teacher?


a. Soliciting contributions
b. Safekeeping of the school properties
c. Evaluating the students’ progress
d. Building relationships with the students

97. The first process in analyzing scores is


a. Finding the mean b. Grouping c. Tallying d. Ranking

98. Which of these is not routinized activity necessary for efficient classroom management?
a. Passing of papers c. Grouping of students
b. Distribution of worksheets d. Group presentations
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99. Which of these techniques is best suited to developing skill in asking and answering
questions?
a. Interviewsb. Song analysis c. Pictorial review d. Riddles

100. Under what level would questions fall which require students to apply a rule or a
process to a problem and thereby determine the single right answer to that problem?
a. Analysis b. Application c. Evaluation d.Synthesis

101. Most delinquents are found to have low I.Q. They can hardly read and
comprehend well. How can a teacher help them?
a. Call for their parents c. Give them remedial classes
b. Refer them to a doctor c. Suspend them from classes

102. Children learn what they live by. Treat them with respect and they will respect
others. Shout at them and they will be shouting at others, too. How would you account
for this behavior?
a. They an easily impressed c. They cannot tell right from wrong
b. They are imitative d. They are observant

103. What should be done with a student in the upper grades who is non-reader?
a. Encourage him to join a reading club
b. Give him comic books
c. Have him attend remedial reading classes
d. d. Transfer him to a lower section

104. In which situation is learning most likely to happen?


a. When students work by themselves
b. When students are quiet and well behaved
c. When all the needed materials are available
d. When students know the importance of the task at hand

105. What should a teacher do if a question is asked which she, the teacher, cannot
answer?
a. Call other student to answer it c. Admit her lack of knowledge
b. Ignore the question d. Assign the class to look for the answer

106. Social adjustment mean the ability to behave in accordance with?


a. Universal norms c. Stereotyped behavior
b. Self concept d. Social expectations

107. What kind of strategy does teacher employ when she recasts what is said in
order to be understood by a student?
a. Questioning strategy c. Decoding strategy
b. Communication strategy d. Learning strategy
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108. A students collapsed in her class. It was found out that she did not eat her lunch.
What principle is shown in this situation?
a. Security need c. Psychological need
b. Safety need d. Physiological need

109. How can a teacher avoid “breakdown and interruptions” in daily class
procedures?
a. Punish the misbehaving student
b. Establish routine for daily tasks
c. Assign a leader to assist everyone
d. Allow student to make their own regulation

110. Which is made after certain norms have been established?


a. Criterion-reference test c. Teacher-made test
b. Local-city wide test d. standardized test

111. Which of the following is the main purpose of testing?


a. Improve instruction c. Enhance the effective of counseling
b. Facilitating the learning process d. All of the above

112. Giving emphasis and attention on the natural consequences of learner’s behavior
develop more self-regulation in the student. Which of the following teacher statements
shows more effective focusing on natural consequences?
a. Those who are well behaved in class will be given plus 5 points in the quiz.”
b. Those who are noisy today during seatwork will not be allowed to play games in
the computer later.
c. If you get a grade of 95 or higher in the first who assignment you will be
exempted from the 3rd assignment.
d. If it takes you longer to finish the seatwork because time is wasted with chatting,
then we won’t have time to go the playground anymore.

113. Based on DepEd’s grading system, which assessment is/are used to determine
grade of students?
I. Formative assessment
II. Summative assessment
III. Assessment of learning

a. I only c. I and II
b. I and III d. II and III

114. According to Erikson, what reason can explain behind a person to be inhibited
from taking a role, a challenge or opportunity reason out that “nothing ventured, nothing
lost”?
a. Antipathy c. Sociopathy
b. Inhibition d. Malignancy
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115. What educational technology is most appropriate in showing the trend in


temperature change from mouth-to-mouth?
a. Flow-chart c. Bar-graph
b. Map d. Drawing

116. Teacher Mylee makes sure that she checks for understanding as she teaches to
ensure that every student can follow the lesson. What form of assessment is being
described in this situation?
a. Assessment OF leaning c. Assessment FOR and AS learning
b. Assessment FOR learning d. Assessment AS learning

117. After concluding an assessment, result show that lesson objectives were attained
so the teacher .
a. Can review past lesson c. Should apply remedial measure
b. Should validate assessment d. Can teach with the next competency

118. In chronological order, arrange the stages of prenatal development in human


growth.
I. Fertilization of zygote 2
II. Bioyst attaches to the whole of the female uterus. 3
III. Male sperm and female egg chromosomes unite 1
IV. Zygote divides to cells from 2 to 4 to 128 cells 4

a. I, II, III and IV c. III, I, IV and II


b. III, I, II and IV d. IV, III, II and I

119. After concluding an assessment, results show that lesson objectives were
attained so the teacher .
a. can review past lesson c. Should apply remedial measure
b. Should validate assessment d. Can teach with the next competency

120. The following are the physical products for assessment EXCEPT for
.
a. Sculpture c. Photographs
b. Video report d. Newspaper articles

121. Teacher Cyrene gave a True-or-False pretest on social justice. Based in the
pretest results, she taught her class social justice by correcting wrong concepts and
affirming right answers. Then she gave a post-test. Among forms of assessment which
on did Teacher Edna do?
a. Assessment AS learning c. Assessment FOR and AS learning
b. Assessment OF learning d. Assessment FOR learning

122. What is the meaning of a +60% percentile score in relation to the class?
a. Got 60% correctly c. Scored better than 60% of class
b. Got 40% of items correctly d. Scored less than 60% of class
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123. A multiple choice test items has been analyzed. The analysis shows that option
A, among other options B, C, and D was not at all chosen by the examinees. What does
this imply?
a. A was a plausible option c. A was a very effective distracter
b. A was the correct answer d. A was not an effective distracter

124. When household’s tasks are typecast as the female’s responsibility, what is
reinforced in classroom management?
a. Gender stereotype c. Social responsibilities
b. Work orientation d. Cultural privileges

125. What activity does NOT add to Phonetic awareness?


a. Use of spelling c. Reading for understanding
b. Songs in language d. Games in language learning
126. For what kind of children are pictures with minimal details effective?
a. Attention deficits
b. High intellectual learners
c. Speech disorders
d. Creative children

127. How can Teacher Mara apply the Principle of Emphasis on self-assessment?
a. By motivating her students to set personal learning goals, while tracking their
progress against those goals.
b. By preparing her students for higher order thinking questions.
c. By making her students checks own test papers.
d. By requiring them scoring rubric as a project.

128. Among the measurement factors stated below, which belong to the language
ability variable?
a. Manual dexterity c. Computational skills
b. Reading skills d. Logic and reasoning

129. What is countered by a Korean boys and girls school that prohibits parents to see
their intern children even in the event of sickness?
a. Social dyad c. Parental attachment
b. Hormone imprints d. Anaclitio relationship

130. Which of the situations below is an example of diagnostic assessment?


a. Ten items test for specific concepts difficult to students.
b. Journal writing after discussion on a news commentary.
c. Quiz at the end of the chapter in psychology.
d. Achievement test to Grade 7 students.
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131. What must the teacher require to his learners for an experiment to find an answer
to the specific problem of whether aerial plants can also survive on land?
a. Observe aerial plants survival it transferred to soil, and rote observation
b. Put and paste literature on this experiment research on past similar experiments.
c. retrieve answers from the internet

132. Which is the highest in Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs?


a. Socialization c. Health and safety
b. Self-esteem d. Self-actualization

133. What is the MOST essential characteristics of the Total Quality School Model?
a. Student-focus c. Outcome-based-management
b. Continuous improvement d. Involvement of stakeholders

134. Upon which philosophy is the basis of the Back-to-Basics movement?


a. Essentialism c. Progressivism
b. Behaviorism d. Existentialism

135. Which best defines morally mature person?


a. Religious practice c. Practice of universal values
b. Sharing moral views d. Exercise of human rights

136. From whose efforts can modeling of academic expectations in school be


achieved?
a. Trifocal education officials’ c. All internal & external stakeholders
b. Citizens themselves d. Teacher all over the country

137. Among the portfolios below, which enables you to determine if you realized your
intended learning outcome?
a. Showcase portfolio c. Developmental portfolio
b. Evaluation portfolio d. Assessment portfolio

138. Teacher Manuela made a list of learning activities for her lesson plan, but she did
not include because this is a common activity in daily lessons.
a. Project c. Summative exam
b. Presentation d. Buzz session

139. Arrange the steps in strategic instructional planning in chronological order.


I. Check materials 2 IV. Outline presentation of lesson 4
II. Decide expected outcomes 1 V. Implement instruction 5
III. Establish content 3

a. III, IV, II, I and V c. IV, I, II, III and V


b. III, II IV, I and V d. II, I, III, IV and V
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140. What program should be implemented to upgrade teachers on the issue of local
and global terrorism?
a. Seminars on dangers of terrorism
b. Integrate terrorism module in curriculum
c. Upgrade on terrorism in school newsletter
d. Poster campaign on anti-terror advocates

141. Teacher Aliana would like her pupils to display their favorite poem among the
poems each one composed. What type of portfolio is being expected to be seen?
a. Showcase portfolio c. Evaluation portfolio
b. Assessment portfolio d. Development portfolio

142. Among the types of assessment below, which does not belong to the concept-
group?
a. Multiple choice c. Alternate response
b. Matching typed d. Completion

143. Teacher Andy would like his learners to display penmanship work in the
beginning, middle and near the end of the second year. Which type of portfolio is being
exhibited?
a. Showcase portfolio c. Development portfolio
b. Evaluation portfolio d. Assessment Portfolio

144. Based on DepEd’s latest grading system, what is the percentage contribution of
written work to the grade of the Grade 1 to 10 students in Mathematics and Science?
a. 20% c. 50%
b. 30% d. 40%

145. Access all the learning areas, what is the percentage contribution of quarterly
assessment to the grade of the learner from Grades 1 to 10?
a. 30% c. 10%
b. 20% d. 25%

146. As an application of extrinsic motivation, what elements is used in giving big


raffle prizes to the teachers during annual Christmas parties?
a. Value of rewards c. Frequent rewards
b. Praise device d. High expectation

147. In his Math class, student Blue gets a numerical grade of 80. What is the
descriptor for his level of proficiency?
a. Satisfactory c. Did not meet expectation
b. Very satisfactory d. Fairy satisfactory of reward
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148. For the learning areas of MAPEH and TLE, which components ha/have the
biggest percentage contribution/s to the student grade?
a. Quarterly assessment and performance
b. Quarterly performance
c. Performance tasks
d. Written work

149. Considering the percentage contribution to the grade, what can you infer from
DepEd’s emphasis on learning and assessment?
a. The emphasis quarterly assessment.
b. All components are equally emphasized.
c. The emphasis depends on the grade level
d. The emphasis for all Grade 1 to 10 is on performance tasks.

150. Teacher Christine wants to check on current lesson. What technique can she
apply give emphasis to main points being taught?
a. Call on non-volunteers.
b. Monitor understanding of content.
c. Ask questions on concepts and skills.
d. Ask students to prepare summary of previous lesson.

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