Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region X
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF TANGUB CITY

CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGIONS

FIRST QUARTER TEST, SY 2023-2024

Name:_____________________________________________Score:________
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Teacher: _______________________________
School:_______________________

Directions: Read each question carefully and choose the letter of the best
answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. In cultural anthropology, we compare ideas, morals, practices, and systems

within or between cultures. We might compare the roles of men and women in
different societies, or contrast how different religious groups conflict within a
given society”. Which of the following anthropological perspective does it
represent?
A. Holism C. comparison
B. Cultural relativism D. legal force

2. It is the scientific investigation of human culture and social behavior. It is a

discipline in social sciences concerned about human society and human social
activities.
A. Anthropology C. Political Science
B. Sociology D. Paleontology

3. As Samuel Koenig has pointed out the ultimate aim of sociology is” to improve
man’s _______ to life by developing objective knowledge concerning social
phenomena which be used to deal effectively with social problems”. What is
missing word?
A. status C. life
B. development D. adjustment

4. ______________ is the study, analysis, and description of humanity’s past

and present. Questions about the past include pre historic origins and human
evolution.
A. Anthropology C. Sociology
B. Politics D. Psychology

5. Which of the following nature of anthropology can be viewed from global

discipline involving humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.
A. economic development C. Historical perspective
 B. human’s evolution D. psychological perspective

6. Which of the following is not the goal of anthropology?

A. To find out about both the natural and social parts of humankind all
throughout the plane and all through time.
B. Is to describe how various political systems function, and to find more
effective political systems.
C. To comprehend the fossil record of early people and their precursors
just as the archeological record of later ancient social orders.
D. To comprehend the conduct of monkeys and gorillas in their regular
settings.

7. Fill in the missing term, “Understand the____ and____ of social change in

terms of general causes and effects as well as unique historical circumstances.
A. problem & solution C. direction & outcome
B. cause & consequences D. status & life

8. It is the study of the nature, causes, and consequences of collective decisions

and actions taken by groups of people embedded in cultures and institutions that
structure power and authority.
A. Political science C. Humanities
B. Sociology D. Governance

9. Political science has a few subfields, which of the following subfields

should be disregarded?
A. Political hypothesis C. Human rights
B. Religion and beliefs D. Public policy

10. Political Science uses diverse methods that originates in the following given
information, which is not included?
A. Psychology C. Social research
B. Neuroscience D. Constitution

11. What is the primary focus of anthropology?

A. analyzing political ideologies
B. understanding the origin of human evolution
C. examining human social relationships
D. investigating power relationships

12. Which subfield of anthropology focuses on language in a particular society?

A. Biological anthropology
B. Archaeology
C. Linguistic anthropology
D. Political anthropology
13. What is the main goal of sociology?
A. to study human evolution
B. to understand social stability
 C. to examine social relationships
D. to analyze ecological aspects of society

14. Which perspective in sociology sees societies as functioning like organisms?

A. the functionalist perspective
B. the conflict perspective
C. the symbolic interaction perspective
D. the ecological perspective

15. In which field of study is the focus primarily on the political arena and
government?
A. Sociology B. Political Science
B. Anthropology D. Archaeology

16. Imagine you are an anthropologist conducting fieldwork in a remote village.

How might you creatively approach understanding the local culture and
customs?
A. by conducting surveys
B. by using advanced technology
C. by participating in local rituals and ceremonies
D. by relying on historical documents

17. You are a sociologist interested in studying the impact of technology on

social interactions. What creative research methods or tools could you use to
collect data and analyze your findings?
A. surveying individuals about their technology use
B. analyzing historical data
C. observing and participating in online communities
D. conducting laboratory experiments

18. In what ways can the three major theoretical perspectives in sociology
(functionalist, conflict, symbolic interaction) complement each other in analyzing
complex social issues?
A. by emphasizing that all social issues are rooted in conflict
B. by providing a comprehensive understanding of different facets of
social issues
C. by undermining each other's validity
D. by disregarding real-world social issues

19. Analyze the statement: "Democracy is the best form of government." Discuss
the potential biases and limitations of this statement and how a political scientist
might critically examine it.
A. by endorsing authoritarian regimes
B. by ignoring potential biases
 C. by exploring the strengths and weaknesses of various forms of
government
D. by emphasizing the statement's accuracy

20. Consider the idea that culture and nature cannot necessarily be translated
into non-Western languages. How might this concept impact the practice of
anthropology, and what ethical and cultural considerations should
anthropologists keep in mind when conducting research in non-Western
societies?
A. by recognizing the importance of cultural sensitivity and linguistic
diversity
B. by asserting that translation is always possible
C. by ignoring ethical considerations
D. by avoiding research in non-Western societies

21. How does cultural relativism contribute to cultural understanding?

A. By appreciating the uniqueness of each culture
B. By promoting stereotypes about different cultures
C. By encouraging cultural superiority
D. By promoting cultural appropriation

22. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of cultural relativism in attaining

cultural understanding?
A. Encouraging empathy and respect for diverse cultures
B. Facilitating cultural diversity
C. Discouraging cross-cultural communication
D. Appreciating the complexity of cultural beliefs and practices

23. What is one potential drawback of cultural relativism?

A. It promotes cultural sensitivity.
B. It leads to cultural preservation.
C. It discourages cultural exchange.
D. It discourages cultural exploration.

24. What does cultural relativism encourage regarding cultural practices?

A. Understanding cultural practices within their own context
B. Imposing our own values and judgments
C. Promoting cultural homogenization
D. Fostering ethnocentrism

25. How does cultural relativism help us view cultural practices?

A. As subject to our own judgments
B. As universally superior
C. Within their own cultural context
D. As inferior to our own practices
26. What does cultural relativism promote regarding different cultures?
A. The idea that there is a single superior culture
B. Viewing cultures as equally valid
C. Cultural discrimination
D. Cultural stereotypes

27. How does cultural relativism contribute to cultural understanding?

A. By promoting cultural tolerance
B. By encouraging cultural imperialism
C. By discouraging cultural preservation
D. By fostering cultural hegemony

28. What does cultural relativism encourage regarding cultural diversity?

A. Cultural adaptation
B. Cultural preservation and diversity
C. Cultural discrimination
D. Cultural conformity

29. How does cultural relativism affect our perspective on cultural differences?
A. Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity
B. Fosters a narrow perspective
C. Promotes ethnocentrism
D. Leads to cultural assimilation

30. What does cultural relativism discourage?

A. Cultural exclusion
B. Cultural assimilation
C. Appreciating the complexity of cultural beliefs and practices
D. Ethnocentrism

31. Which of the following practices is an example of cultural relativism?

A. Pre-marital sex in the Philippines is morally unacceptable than other
countries.
B. Women are given equal duties and opportunities with men in this
generation.
C. The Philippine delicacy “Lechon Baboy” is the best delicacy in the whole
world.
D. Driving on the left side of the road is “wrong” and driving on the right side
is “correct”.

32. Which of the following are common cultural traditions and practices in the
Philippines?
A. Marrying a tree
B. Scarification of faces as a recognition of rank
C. A tribe practices finger cutting as means of grieving
D. Celebration of festivals in every region in the country
33. Which of the following is a false statement about cultural relativism?
A. In a cultural relativist perspective, a trait is right or wrong depending on
the setting or culture that is practice or use.
B. In cultural relativism’s point of view, no culture is superior than another
culture when compared to systems of morality, law and politics.
C. Cultural Relativism refers to giving value to a familiar cultural value from
one’s own perspective.
D. Cultural relativism discourages the understanding of cultural practices that
are unfamiliar to other cultures such as eating insects, genocides or
having multiple wives.

34. Which of the following implies ethnocentrism?

A. Pampagueños prefer to look at the other regional cultures, which are likely
similar.
B. The Philippine government does not ban any religious activities.
C. Americans and other countries in Asia adopted the sushi food of Japan
and created their own sushi restaurants.
D. Using a spoon and fork at the same time in Canada is prohibited.

35. Which of the following refers to the practice of comparing other cultural
practices with those of one’s own and automatically finding those other cultural
practices to be inferior?
A. Multiculturalism C. Ethnocentrism
B. Cultural Sensitivity D. Cultural Relativism

36. Economic symbols and practices are integral to:

A. Cultural preservation C. Social gatherings
B. Financial transactions and trade D. Political ideologies

37. Which of the following is an example of a cultural symbol?

A. Stock market index C. Election campaign slogan
B. Traditional dance D. Urbanization trends

38. Social practices often include:

A. Religious rituals C. Government regulations
B. Tax policies D. Economic forecasts

39. Political symbols can represent:

A. Economic opportunities C. National identity and sovereignty
B. Cultural traditions D. Social relationships

40. Economic practices influence:

A. Cultural expressions C. Social norms
B. Political stability D. Financial well-being
41. Which of the following refers to a physical manifestation that signifies the
ideology of a particular culture or that merely has meaning within a culture?
A. Political Symbol C. Cultural Symbol
B. Economic Symbol D. Social Symbol

42. Which of the following does not belong to the group?

A. Filipino’s Bamboo Alkansya C. Palakasan System
B. Catholic Church Influence D. Celebrities turned Politicians

43. Which of the following refers to the concentration, consolidation or

perpetuation of public office and political power by persons related to one
another?
A. Palakasan System C. Trapo(Traditional Politicians)
B. Political Dynasties D. Celebrities turned Politicians

44. Which of the following refers to a system of getting an advantage when

having or knowing someone powerful from the office that can recommend you?
A. Palakasan System C. Sabot-sabot System
B. Open System D. Close System

45. What does the horizontal red stripe of the Philippine National Flag
symbolize?
A. patriotism and valor C. beauty and bounty
B. peace, truth, and justice D. liberty, equality and fraternity

46. What is the term for a succession of rulers from the same family or lineage
within political organizations?
A. Kinship system
B. Dynastic rule
C. Consanguineous leadership
D. Monogamous authority

47. Which type of authority is legitimated by the sanctity of tradition or custom?

A. Charismatic Authority
B. Legal-Rational Authority
C. Traditional Authority
D. Kinship Authority

48. According to Weber, what is the basis of every system of authority, involving
a willingness to obey and a belief by virtue of which persons exercising authority
are lent prestige?
A. Authority C. Coercive power
B. Legitimacy D. Mutual obligation

49. A kinship diagram of a son, father, grandfather, and great grandfather would
include ________.
 A. Affinal relatives C. two genders
B. collateral relatives D. bilineal relatives

50. Also known as a politics of kinship is ____

A. political dynasty C. political structure
B. political stratification D. political arena