General Education Part 4

1. In which country did the Philippines participate in the world’s peacekeeping operations by sending doctors, nurses, soldiers and police?

a. Israel

b. East Timor

c. Iraq

d. Iran

 

2. In which poem did Rizal write about offering one’s life for one’s country?

a. A La Juventud Filipina

b. Song of Maria Clara

c. Sa Aking mga Kabata

d. Mi Ultimo Adios

 

3. As an effect of our geography, in which of the following island/s do people travel mostly by water?

a. Luzon

b. Mindanao

c. Visayas

d. Visayas and Mindanao

 

4. As an insular country, to which principle does the Philippines adhere when it comes to territorial boundary?

a. Two hundred nautical miles of the country’s coast

b. Three hundred fifty nautical miles from shore

c. Three-mile territorial limit

d. Archipelagic doctrine

 

5. Which part/s of the Visayas has/have comparatively more excessively moist climate and limited arable lands?

a. Western

b. Eastern

c. Eastern and Central

d. Central and Western

 

6. Which follows Pres. Garcia’s “Filipino First Policy”? Filipinos

a. Should buy and consume Filipino products only

b. Should not contribute to the brain drain problem

c. Should be selective in the entry in the entry of foreign professionals in the country

d. Were to be given first preference in all matters related to the economic development of the country

 

7. Aside from the Philippines, which countries claim part of the Spratly islands in the South China Sea?

a. China, Thailand, Brunei, Malaysia

b. China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia

c. Indonesia, China, Taiwan, Malaysia

d. China, Thailand, Brunei, Malaysia

 

8. The following are our constitutional rights EXCEPT to

a. Free access to legal assistance which shall not be denied due to poverty

b. Have access to all records of the government

c. Be presumed innocent until proven guilty

d. Form association and labor unions

 

9. Which of the following is not a benefit of technology in education?

a. Improves critical-thinking abilities.

b. Unlimited access to games and other internet sites.

c. Allows cooperative learning.

d. Increases self-expression.

 

10. Which situation shows that technology can be used to motivate students to learn?

a. Teacher Eric employs educational games related to the lesson they are taking.

b. Miss Cleo designs lessons which use cooperative learning with technology integration.

c. Mr. Jimmy utilizes computer assisted instruction programs so that students will learn at their own pace.

d. Teacher Sarah assigns projects to her class where self-expression and creativity is acknowledged.

 

11. He is considered as the “Father of Modern Media in Education”.

a. Jean Piaget

b. Robert Gagne

c. B.F. Skinner

d. Edgar Dale

 

12. It is a term to denote a whole range of technologies associated with processing information and with sending and receiving messages.

a. Educational Technology

b. Information and Communication Technology

c. Media Technology

d. Instructional Systems Design

 

13. A methodology widely used for developing new training programs.

a. Microsoft

b. World Wide Web

c. Instructional Systems Design

d. Computer Technology

 

14. This is considered to be the first manual data processing device developed in China in the 12th century A.D.

a. Hieroglyphics

b. Papyrus

c. Printing Press

d. Abacus

 

15. He is considered to be the “Father of Computing” because of his contributions to the basic design of computer.

a. John Napier

b. William Oughtred

c. Blaise Pascal

d. Charles Babbage

 

16. Which is the standard input device that accepts letters, numbers and commands from the user?

a. Trackpad

b. Lightpen

c. Mouse

d. Keyboard

 

17. Mr. Rico carefully studies the materials he acquired from the internet. He always examines if the author is qualified to present the material. This practice is?

a. necessary to ensure that the materials are reliable.

b. unethical because he does not trust the author.

c. unnecessary because all resources from the internet are dependable.

d. just a waste of time.

 

18. When a teacher asks the consistency of a material taken from the internet with other available materials, he/she is concerned with its?

a. relevance

b. accuracy

c. coverage

d. currency

 

19. She had ILLUSIVE dreams of instant wealth.

a.    Beyond comprehension                      

b.    Moving swiftly                                  

c.    Based on false ideas

d.    Tending to slip away

 

20.        Philippine economy indicates are closely related to the rise and fall of the:

a.    London pounds                        c. US Dollars

b.    German Mark                           d. Japanese Yen

 

21.        Watching TV is controlled by parents; children below 18 are discouraged to view this type of film.

a.    Discovery in Science       

b.    Historical Battles and bloodshed 

c.    Violence and sex                               

d.    Adolescent stories

 

22.        The skull of a person increase in size rapidly during:

a.    Puberty                            c. Adolescence

b.    Babyhood                       d. Senescence

 

23.        A child discovered a new formula for decreasing the population of ants. She submitted the research to a teacher who claimed the research as hers. The teacher:

a.    Right to choose                                

b.    Right to intellectual property               

c.    Violated human rights     

d.    Right to live within one’s means

 

24. The impeachment led Filipinos to:

a.    Listen to the proceedings                    

b.    Hate Administration trials

c.    Understand the judge’s comments       

d.    Appreciate the democratic process of government

 

25. Sino ang pangulo ng Pilipinas na nagbigay ng buhay sa wikang Filipino?

a.    Jose P. Laurel                                c. Corazon Aquino 

b.    Elpidio Quirino                             d. Manuel L. Quezon

 

26.        Hindi nakayanan ng aking kaibigan ang kanyang MASALIMUOT na buhay.

a.    Mahirap                                   c. Magulo

b.    Malabo                                    d. Malungkot

 

27. Ang katumbas sa Filipino ng “national identity” ay _______.

a.    Pandaigdig na pagkilala                      

b.    Pambansang  katanyagan

c.    Pambayang pagkakakilala          

d.    Pambansang pagkakilanlan        

 

28.     Piliin ang tinutukoy ng salitang nakahilig: Nasa PANTALAN ang sasalubong sa President.

a.    Airport                                     c. Tabing dagat

b.    Railroad                                   d. Pier

 

29.     Alin ang tamang babala sa pagtatapon ng basura?

a.    Huwag magtapon ng basura dito

b.    Dito ang tambakan ng basura

c.    Huwag mag-ipon ng basura dito

d.    Gamitin ang basurahan sa inyong bahay, huwag dito

 

40.     The committee discussed the issues and everyone at the end seemed ____ to the findings.

a.    Ignorant and civil           

b.    Reluctant to accept                           

c.    Amendable to consider    

d.    Negative gets open

 

41.     The latest discovery in animal industry is in biological science. Where was this mostly used?

a.    In the cloning of cows    

b.    In the tissue transplant                      

c.    In the artificial dissemination                

d.    In the artificial breeding of cattle

 

42.     The opening of the cement plants requires getting a DENR clearance. Which of this clearance are required?

a.    Environmental Clearance (ECC)  

b.    Waste disposal                                  

c.    Air pollution clearance              

d.    Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

 

43.     What is meant by this statement? The hostages are free. They paid their way!

a.    The kidnap victims were free after a ransom

b.    The kidnap victims family negotiated peacefully

c.    No ransom was demanded of the victims

d.    The kidnap victims were safe

 

44.     The reporter was accused in court because of his news story. The story was:

a.    Full of distorted facts                          

b.    A narration of facts        

c.    Tainted with malice        

d.    Too personal to take

 

45.     Cultural differences and signals may cause miscommunication. Normally, other families go for kissing one another. But this is taboo to some families who:

a.    Disrespect to elders                 

b.    Takes it as an affront               

c.    Believe its unsanitary               

d.    Losing virginity

 

46.     Children are fond of pets. One time a pet dog growled and bit a child. How will the owner handle the situation?

a.    Kill the dog

b.    Tie the dog & feed it regularly

c.    Use the dog’s brain to treat the wound

d.    Allow the dog to be observed for 10-18 days before giving anti rabies injection

 

47.     The weather bureau gave this warning during thunderstorms. Which comes first?

a.    Lightning flashes first

b.    Thunder follows all lightning               

c.    Thunder sound spread fast

d.    Lightning and thunders are simultaneous

 

48.     Local peace negotiations should be the primary concern of what office?

a.    Church hierarchy                              

b.    Philippine National Police          

c.    Philippine Marine SWAT force    

d.    Local Municipal & Provincial Executive

 

49.     A change in the composition of a substance resulting in the formation of a new substance is called:

a.    Chemical change

b.    Nuclear change             

c.    Mechanical change         

d.    Physical change   

          

50.     There are 18 north maids and 12 south maids serving in a hotel. Give the ratio of the north to the entire group and express them in simple terms?

a.    3/5               b. 2/5                     c. 3/2                   d. 2/3

 

51.     The Philippine National Bank soars and has used a symbol for their advertisement. It is the:

a.    The hawk                       c. The pigeon

b.    The parrot                      d. The eagle

 

352.     Text messages are used for fast communication. What does this message mean? “Ur have to meet friends 5 AM”

a.    You have to be here at 5 in the afternoon

b.    You should meet your friends at five in the morning

c.    You have friends to meet at five AM

d.    Be there at five in the morning

 

53.     The hostage victims were heard asking the rescuers to hold on to the fort. What was the message?

a.    Disregard the peace negotiations

b.    Surrender in arms                             

c.    Rescue them fast and early

d.    Keep on with the fight    

 

54.     The crimes were considered serious because the penalty was:

a.    To die in jail                                     

b.    Lethal injection    

c.    A life sentence               

d.    A total exile in a foreign land

 

55.     There are several advertisements that encourage people to take this supplement so that they can grow three to five inches more even after the age of twenty.

a.    This is not possible; there is a definite pattern of growth of bones and muscles

b.    This is true because of the protein content

c.    This is true because of the AD would not have been allowed

d.    This is not true because there are no specific individuals mentioned

 

56.     In one drug rehabilitation center most inmates who were found deep in prohibited drugs were:

a.    Children wanting of paternal love and care

b.    Children who had no identity to speak up

c.    Children who have so much to spend

d.    Children who were lazy and vicious

 

57.     The virus “love bug” is a technological element spread by:

a.    Computer                       c. Radio

b.    Internet                         d. Television

 

58.     How many grams of shabu will not allow bonds for culprits?

a.    200 grams                c. 300 grams

b.    250 grams                  d. 1,000 grams

 

59.     A man imprisoned for ten years. After five years, he was found innocent. What can this man demand?

a.    Compensation for the years under detention

b.    Punishment of the arresting officer

c.    Retaliation against the accusers

d.    Sanction against the judge

 

60.     A child left alone by her mother under the care of her stepfather. Later, the child complained of being rape. What crime was committed?

a.    Child harassment                              

b.    Rape or heinous crime    

c.    Sexual harassment        

d.    Abuse of minors or incest

 

61.     A society is healthy if the citizens are healthy physically and mentally. One approach to solve mental illness is:

a.    The maintenance of mental health centers

b.    Isolation in asylum cases of mentally disturbed persons

c.    Allowing mental cases to return at home environment and care

d.    Conducting periodic visits of mental and physical therapist in homes of patients

 

62.     Since the Philippines is a republic country, it elects its president directly. What is the smallest electoral unit of the government?

a.    Electoral tribunal                              

b.    Election precinct            

c.    Commission on Election            

d.    Representative district

 

63.     The advice on the invitation was found. Who failed to get the message?

a.    Denims pants are all right                  

b.    No barong tagalog please

c.    Come in coat and tie                

d.    Polo barongs with demins are OK

 

64.     Drug addiction has been found rampant in schools. The initial signs of addiction are in:

a.    Shabby and unkempt appearance

b.    Sleeping during recitation time  

c.    Red nose and checks at noon     

d.    Abusive language and behaviors

 

65.     A child wanted to use her father’s family name. Why did she insist on this?

a.    Every child should have a father

b.    Every individuals has a right to be baptized

c.    Every individual has a right to a proper identity

d.    Every child should be called by her paternal name

 

66.     Walang tubig kahapon. Ito ay pangungusap na:

a.    Walang pandiwa                       c. May panaguri

b.    Walang paksa                            d. May paksa

 

67.     Why do nurses and doctors use gloves when injecting patients with AIDS?

a.    AIDS transmitted by touch

b.    AIDS virus easily enter open wounds and pores

c.    AIDS can be cured by injection

d.    A prick of a needle from AIDS patient is dangerous

 

68.     After two pregnancies some of these mothers loose a pair of teeth or so. What could be the cause?

a.    Lack of iron & other minerals in diet during pregnancies

b.    Diet during pregnancy lacks sulfur

c.    Too much sweets in diet

d.    Poor brushing habits

 

69.     The chef mixed wine with other appetizers otherwise ________ the recipe.

a.    Everyone will be questioned

b.    Everyone will question                       

c.    Everyone will be questioning      

d.    Everyone will ask and question

 

70.     The carabao is the working animal of farmers. However, these herds were converted for meat purposes. How did the government respond to the lack of carabaos?

a.    Put up a carabao project in CLSU

b.    Imported buffalos from Australia

c.    Distribute tractors and other machinery

d.    Converted farms into subdivision and housing area

 

71.     Student and teacher stand at attention during Flag ceremonies. School principals assign guards on the street to stop vehicles during the ceremonies. How does the public take this practice?

a.    Only military and policeman should stop and salute the flag

b.    Only school children should be controlled in these ceremonies

c.    The flag is for all citizens: it’s the symbol of the nation

d.    Stopping traffic is not the job of the school

 

72.     How does the Philippines show its identity in airlines?

a.    Displaying the Philippine flag in carriers

b.    Pilots wearing Philippine ensign

c.    Stewardess dressed in Philippine costume

d.    Playing Filipinos songs in Philippine airlines plane

 

73.     Which of the following lines is an example of iambic pentameter?

a.    Her desk once red with heroes blood    

b.    And this alas is more than we would do

c.    She loves the way I hold her hand

d.    I will lament and cry

 

74.     How many twenty thousand are there in two million?

a.    100              

b. 500                

c. 50            

d. 1000

 

75.     A patient underwent a surgery. The anesthesia hardly had an immediate effect on him. Where was the case traced? To his:

a.    Being allergic                                   

b.    Physical weakness         

c.    Being an alcoholic          

d.    Heredity

 

76.     Food remnants, plants and other animals wastes should be separated in waste disposal since:

a.    These can be converted to organic fertilizer                        

b.    These hardy decay                            

c.    These invite flies  

d.    These are easy prey to rodents

 

77.     Tomatoes come in abundance at certain times of the year. How can the supply be assured?

a.    Plant during rainy season          

b.    Encourage preservation of tomatoes

c.    Avoid using tomatoes                        

d.    Use substitute to tomatoes        

 

78.     There was a tourist promo. All students bought tickets for the trip. The promotion was:

a.    Done systematically                          

b.    Educational and affordable

c.    Understood and accepted          

d.    Motivated well and costly

 

79. To what biome do the Philippines belong to?

 

a. tropical rainforest

b. tundra

c. dipterocarp forest

d. grassland

 

80. Tides, caused by gravity, is gradually slowing down earth’s rotation speed. A million years from now, scientists predict that earth’s __________________.

 

a. day is longer

b. year is shorter

c. day is shorter

d. year is longer

 

81. On the earth’s geographical location will a town be to have most nearly twelve hours of light and twelve hours darkness during winter?

 

a. halfway between the equator and South pole

b. close to North Pole

c. close to equator

d. close to the South Pole

 

82. Which one explains why oxygen, a gas, is largest component of the earth’s crust?

 

a. oxygen gives earth crust its lightness

b. oxygen is capable of combining with most of the earth’s elements

c. oxygen is the most abundant element

d. oxygen is needed to sustain all life on earth

 

83. To earth scientist, the most important features on the map are the landforms that shape the earth’s surface and are shown in?

 

a. hydrographic map

b. geologic map

c. political map

d. topographic map

 

84. What causes high and low tides?

 

a. earth’s rotation on its’ axis

b. sun’s solar energy

c. moon’s gravitational pull

d. earth’s gravitational pull

 

85. How is coral atoll formed?

 

a. volcanic eruptions

b. corals growing around a volcanic island

c. underwater bedrock formations

d. earthquake

 

86. What is the long shore drift?

 

a. movement of sand and shingles along the coast

b. sand bars

c. accumulation of sand

d. island formed by volcanic eruption

 

87. How does an occlusion form?

 

a. cold air moving up from the ground

b. cold front pushing warm air up off the ground

c. unbalanced electrical reaction in air

d. cold and warm air mixing

 

88. What is heat haze?

 

a. A reflection caused by pollutants in the air

b. A distorted image resulting from the bending of the sun’s light rays by changes in air temperature

c. movement of warm air over a vast expanse of land

d. caused by extremely high temperature common of dessert areas

 

89. What sort of rock formation do the world’s greatest mountain ranges consist of?

 

a. magma

b. chalk deposits

c. fold eruptions

d. slip formation

 

90. What is the force that wears down mountains?

 

a. earthquake

b. erosion

c. volcanic eruptions

d. deforestation

 

91. How are volcanic islands formed?

 

a. collision of two oceanic plates

b. volcanic eruptions

c. cooling of lava by seawater

d. Accumulation of corals

 

92. When you pass orange fruit from tetra pack into a glass, the juice changes its?

 

a. volume

b. shape

c. state

d. all of the above

 

93. The amount of water vapour air can hold at a certain temperature without any change in state.

 

a. relative humidity

b. water capacity

c. water holding capacity

d. water pressure

 

94. A relative humidity of 20% mean air ________________________.

 

a. is filled with water vapour

b. can hold 25% more water vapour

c. is filled up to 25% of its’ capacity

d. has no water vapour content

 

95. Which of the following does not cause the different seasons?

 

a. tilting of the earth’s axis

b. rotation

c. revolution

d. evolution

 

96. The movement of the ocean water which can be alternative source of energy or power

 

a. waves

b. tides

c. gravitational force

d. earth’s rotation

 

97. When water vapour reaches this temperature, condensation takes place

 

a. saturation point

b. dew point

c. condensation point

d. precipitation point

 

98. Results in alternative days and nights in opposite parts of the earth

 

a. earth rotates on its’ axis in west to east direction

b. earth rotates on its’ axis in east to west direction

c. earth stops rotating on its’ axis

d. earth tilts on its’ axis

 

 

99. The falling of any form of water from the air to the earth’s surface.

 

a. condensation

b. precipitation

c. water vapour

d. humidity

 

100. The part of the atmosphere that filters the ultraviolet rays of the sun.

 

a. stratosphere

b. troposphere

c. ozone layer

d. ionosphere


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