HBSE research questionnaires

1. It is a problem encountered by different people in the society such as unequal

treatment and opportunities.

a. Social Damage
b. Social Problem
c. Social scientist
d. Social order
e. Social conflict

2. Contribute to society’s understanding of problems by avoiding value judgments and

objectively studying the problems.

a. Social Damage
b. Social Problem
c. Social scientist
d. Social order
e. Social conflict

3. The primary cause of what seem to be individual aberrations, such as suicide and
shyness.

a. Society’s value
b. Anomie
c. Philosophy
d. Value
e. Principles

4. The feeling of directionlessness and doubt about what is right or wrong.

a. Society’s value
b. Anomie
c. Philosophy
d. Value
e. Principles

5. The ultimate alienation nightmare.

a. Phoniness
b. Narcissism
c. Commodity-self
d. White-collar job
e. Anomie

6. Rules of social living considered crucial for the survival of the society.

a. Anomie
b. Laws
c. Norms
d. Hypothesis
e. Mores

7. Which of the following social problems do you believe is most pressing in your
community?

a. Poverty
b. Discrimination
c. Homelessness
d. Education Inequality
e. Environmental Issues

8. How effective do you think current interventions and programs in your community in
addressing social problems?

a. Very Effective
b. Somewhat Effective
c. Neutral
d. Ineffective

9. As a social work student how can you promote inclusivity and reduce discrimination
in day-to-day interactions?

a. Participating in diversity training

b. Advocating for equal rights
c. Challenging discriminatory behavior
d. Supporting inclusive policies

10. How can a social work student contribute to addressing homelessness in the
community?

a. Volunteering at local shelters

b. Advocating for affordable housing
c. Supporting mental health services
d. Donating to organizations combating homelessness
11. What measures do you believe would be most effective in reducing substance
abuse in your community?

a. Expanding addiction treatment programs

b. Implementing drug prevention education
c. Enhancing access to mental health services
d. Strengthening law enforcement efforts

12. What is the primary focus of the subject "The Philippine Social Reality & Social
Welfare"?

a. Economic Policies
b. Historical Landmarks
c. Social Realities and Welfare
d. Political Movements

13. Which historical events have significantly influenced social welfare practices in the
Philippines?

a. World War I
b. Spanish colonization
c. Industrial Revolution
d. French Revolution

14. What is the role of social welfare policies in the Philippines?

a. To promote economic growth

b. To address social issues and inequalities
c. To enforce political ideologies
d. To control cultural practices

15. Which of the following is NOT a prevalent social issue in the Philippines today?

a. Poverty
b. Corruption
c. Gender Equality
d. Nuclear Energy Crisis

16. What is the significance of cultural sensitivity in social welfare practices?

a. It helps control cultural diversity.

b. It supports effective and respectful service delivery.
c. It enforces a single cultural norm.
d. It restricts social work interventions.
17. Which ethical principle is essential for social workers in the Philippine context?

a. Individualism
b. Collectivism
c. Hedonism
d. Utilitarianism

18. What is one critical aspect of cultural competence in social welfare?

a. Ignoring cultural differences

b. Stereotyping clients
c. Acknowledging and respecting diversity
d. Implementing a one-size-fits-all approach

19. In which field does social welfare primarily operate in the Philippines?

a. Private businesses
b. Government agencies
c. Educational institutions
d. Religious organizations

20. How does social work contribute to addressing social issues?

a. By ignoring systemic problems

b. By solely focusing on individual cases
c. By advocating for policy changes and social justice
d. By avoiding community involvement

21. Which statement best describes the relationship between social reality and social
welfare in the Philippines?

a. They are unrelated concepts.

b. Social welfare only responds to social realities.
c. Social welfare shapes and is shaped by social realities.
d. Social welfare is solely influenced by political ideologies.

22. Which period significantly influenced the development of social welfare systems in
the Philippines?
a. Colonial Period
b. Industrial Revolution
c. Renaissance
d. Enlightenment

23. How does poverty impact social realities in the Philippines?

a. It has no effect on social realities.
b. It exacerbates social issues and inequalities.
c. It promotes social equality.
d. It is unrelated to social welfare.

24. What is the primary goal of community-based social welfare programs in the
Philippines?

a. Isolation of communities
b. Encouraging dependency
c. Empowering local communities
d. Centralized decision-making

25. Which government agency is primarily responsible for social welfare policies in the
Philippines?

a. Department of Finance
b. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
c. Department of Agriculture
d. Department of Transportation

26. How do social workers contribute to social change in the Philippines?

a. By avoiding advocacy initiatives

b. By solely focusing on individual cases
c. By engaging in community organizing and advocacy
d. By minimizing interaction with communities

27. Which principle guides social workers in maintaining confidentiality in client

interactions?

a. Autonomy
b. Non-maleficence
c. Fidelity
d. Confidentiality

28. What roles does social work play in disaster response and recovery in the
Philippines?

I. It has no involvement in disaster response.

II. Providing immediate appropriate responses.
III. Offering counseling and support services.
IV. Providing assistance to the people.

a. I, II and IV
b. I, III and IV
c. II, III and IV
d. I, II, III and IV

29. In the context of social welfare, what does the term "empowerment" refer to?

a. Maintaining dependency
b. Strengthening individuals and communities
c. Promoting isolation
d. Imposing external control

30. How can social workers address cultural barriers in their practice in the Philippines?

a. By reinforcing stereotypes
b. By ignoring cultural differences
c. By promoting cultural competence and humility
d. By enforcing a standardized approach

31. What is the significance of grassroots movements in social welfare advocacy in the
Philippines?

a. They have no impact on social welfare.

b. They empower local communities to advocate for change.
c. They solely focus on individual cases.
d. They undermine social welfare policies

32. What is the significance of the Magna Carta for Public Social Workers in the
Philippines?

a.It enforces strict regulations on social work practices.

b. It outlines ethical principles for social workers.
c. It has no relevance to social welfare policies.
d. It promotes individualism in social work.

33. How do globalization trends impact social welfare in the Philippines?

a. They have no effect on social welfare.

b. They contribute to cultural diversity and understanding.
c. They lead to isolationist policies.
d. They undermine local social welfare programs.
34. What is the role of NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) in social welfare
initiatives in the Philippines?

a. They focus solely on profit-oriented activities.

b. They play a vital role in community development and advocacy.
c. They have no involvement in social welfare.
d. They prioritize individual case management.

35. Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of promoting fairness and
justice?

a. Autonomy
b. Beneficence
c. Justice
d. Veracity

36. How does the social construction of gender impact social welfare practices in the
Philippines?

a. It has no impact on social welfare.

b. It reinforces gender stereotypes and biases.
c. It promotes gender equality in all aspects.
d. It limits the scope of social welfare programs.

37. What is the primary goal of social impact assessment in the context of social welfare
policies?

a. To minimize community involvement

b. To measure the potential positive and negative effects of policies
c. To ignore the social implications of policies
d. To enforce top-down decision-making

38. Which of the following is NOT a key principle of the Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act
(IPRA) in the Philippines?

a. Recognition of ancestral domains

b. Right to self-governance
c. Protection of indigenous cultural practices
d. Promotion of cultural assimilation

39. How can social workers contribute to the prevention of child abuse and exploitation
in the Philippines?

a. By minimizing community awareness programs

b. By actively participating in child protection initiatives
c. By ignoring signs of abuse and exploitation
d. By promoting corporal punishment as a disciplinary measure

40. What is the primary focus of social welfare programs for older adults in the
Philippines?

a. Encouraging age-based discrimination

b. Ensuring their exclusion from community activities
c. Promoting active aging and well-being
d. Enforcing isolation and neglect

41. How does the concept of "Bayanihan" influence community-based social welfare
practices in the Philippines?

a. It encourages individualism and self-reliance.

b. It has no impact on community practices.
c. It fosters a sense of communal unity and cooperation.
d. It promotes competition among community members.

42. What is the primary purpose of the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) program in the
Philippines?

a. To promote unconditional financial support

b. To encourage dependency on government assistance
c. To provide targeted cash assistance to the poorest households
d. To enforce strict eligibility criteria for social welfare programs

43. How does social work contribute to mental health support in the Philippines?

a. By ignoring mental health issues in the community

b. By promoting stigma around mental health
c. By offering counseling and advocacy for mental health awareness
d. By isolating individuals with mental health challenges

44. What role do indigenous knowledge systems play in shaping social welfare
practices?

a. They have no influence on social welfare.

b. They contribute to culturally sensitive interventions.
c. They undermine the effectiveness of social welfare programs.
d. They enforce Western ideologies in social work.

45. In the context of social welfare, what does "pantawid gutom" refer to in the
Philippines?

a. A nutrition education program

b. A community gardening initiative
c. A poverty alleviation program
d. A disaster preparedness campaign

46. Which of the following are considered as social issues in the Philippines?

I. Poverty and inequality

II. Corruption and governance issues
III. Environmental degradation
IV. Technological advancement and digital literacy

a. I, II and III
b. II,III and IV
c. I,II and IV
d. I, II, III and IV

47. Which legislation emphasizes the rights of persons with disabilities in the
Philippines?

a. Magna Carta for Women

b. Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act (IPRA)
c. Republic Act 7277 (Magna Carta for Disabled Persons)
d. Republic Act 8042 (Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act)

48. What is the primary goal of social welfare programs for street children in the
Philippines?

a. To enforce punitive measures against street children

b. To separate them from their families for their safety
c. To provide shelter, education, and support for their well-being
d. To ignore the existence of street children in social policies

49. How can social workers contribute to disaster risk reduction and management in the
Philippines?

a. By minimizing community awareness programs

b. By solely focusing on immediate disaster response
c. By promoting community resilience and preparedness
d. By avoiding collaboration with local authorities

50. What is your grade on HBSE 2 subject?

a.100-98
b.97-93
c.92-88
d.87-83
e.82-below