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EDU 566 - TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN PRIMARY GRADES
THIRD PERIODICAL EXAM
Directions: Read the questions very carefully and choose your answer from the given choices.
Shade the letter of your choice in the answer sheet provided. AVOID ERASURE.
1. Which of the following is considered as the first known Filipino who lived in Palawan at
about 22,000 BC?
A. Tabon Man
B. Homo Erectus
C. Homo Sapiens
D. Neanderthals
2. If there were no early forms of government, what would possibly happen to Early
Filipinos?
A. Early Filipinos would have a better life.
B. There would be peace and prosperity among Early filipinos.
C. There would be chaos and disorder.
D. The entire community would experience progress and poverty alleviation.
3. Who among the following headed the barangay?
A. Malai-i-bangsa
B. Sultan
C. Datu
D. Raha Muda
4. During the time of Pre-Spanish Era, what are the basis in selecting a barangay
leader?
A. Wealth and Influence
B. Wealth and Status in the society
C. Wealth and Power
D. Wealth and Bravery
5. What do you call the group of people who transfers from one place to another place to
look for food?
A. Nomads
B. Explorers
C. Traders
D. Colonizer
6. What is the main reason why the way of life of early Filipinos is further advanced
compared to other neighboring Asian countries?
A. Primarily because of barter system which paved way for trading among the Chinese
and other nations.
B. It is because of the discovery of metals such as iron, copper, and bronze.
C. The people of Luzon, regularly traded with the coastal communities of Bohol, Cebu,
Samar and Butuan.
D. The early Filipinos knew the art of coinage which they used as in exchange for the
products of other countries.
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7. Being an agricultural country, most of our countrymen still depend on _____________
A. Weaving
B. Hunting
C. Pearl Diving
D. Farming
8. Who among the following lead the Rituals were often performed by early Filipinos?
A. Monk
B Shaman
C. Babaylan or Katalonan
D. Dalai Lama
9. Who among the following deities has a moniker, “the god of war”?
A. Kaptan
B. Mandarangan
C. Sidapa
D. Idianale
10. What system of writing of the early Filipinos which originated in Java and was widely
used across much of Maritime Southeast Asia.?
A. Baybayin
B. Malayo-Polynesian
C. Alibata
D. Kawi
11.Philippine culture is a reflection of complex history. It is influenced by most of the
people Filipinos have interacted with which greatly contribute to the customs and
traditions of the Filipinos. Which of the following popular Filipino traditions that was
adapted from the Spaniards does not belong the group?
A. Fiesta
B. Simbang Gabi
C. Kumintang
D. Harana
12.It is one of the beliefs and practices of Filipinos from Spanish period up to present that
starts with a nine-day novena and culminates with Misa De Gallo on Christmas Eve to
welcome the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
A. Lenten Season
B. Fiesta
C. Harana
D. Simbang Gabi
13.Among the basic Islamic Tenets, which pillar refers to the Muslim profession of faith?
A. Hajj
B. Zakah
C. Shahada
D. Salat
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14.Who is another Muslim missionary arrived and continued propagating Islamic faith and
eventually established the first Sultanate of Sulu?
A. Rajah Baginda
B. Serif Kabungsuan
C. Sharif Karim ul-Mukhdum
D. Abu Bakar
15.New knowledge about the world was made possible by the inventions made by
cartographers and geographers that greatly helped the navigators in sailing. Which of
the following instruments used for determining direction?
A. Astrolabe
B. Portolani
C. Compass
D. Radar
16.Numerous Spanish navigators sailed to look for lands to be conquered in honor of
Spain. Who is the Spanish navigator who reached Brazil in 1500?
A. Vicente Yañez Penson
B. Amerigo Vespucci
C. Christopher Columbus
D. Vasco da Gama
17.Why did European countries join the race in looking for lands to be colonized?
A. The Idea of being able to conquer more lands means you are a powerful nation.
B. Europeans want to expand their territory and build a colony.
C. Europeans want to build friendship among eastern lands.
D. Europeans want to trade their products to other lands.
18. The European’s original aim in conquering new lands was:
A. To be the world power
B. To spread Christianity
C. To look for a new trade route
D. To prove that the world is not flat
19. A Portugese soldier Ferdinand Magellan was very ambitious, believing that he could reach
the Spice Islands in the east through westward sailing. Which country and king supported his
expedition?
A. King Felipe I of Spain
B. King Charles I of Portugal
C. King Charles I of Spain
D. King Felipe I of Portugal
20. What was the name of Magellan’s slave and interpreter?
A. Antonio
B. Enrique
C. Pedro
D. Santiago
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21. The first Catholic Mass happened on ______________ at the shores of Limasawa and was
officiated by which priest?
A. March 28, 1521 ; Reverend Father Pedro de Valmorria
B. March 29, 1521 ; Reverend Father Pedro de Valderama
C. March 30, 1521 ; Reverend Father Pedro de Santiago
D. March 31, 1521 ; Reverend Father Pedro de Legazpi
22. Magellan also visited the Kingdom of Cebu (which later became the oldest city in the
Philippines) led by a Rajah Kolambu and his wife. After their blood compact and baptism of the
natives, the rajah and his wife were given Catholic names- Carlos and Juana. What gift/s did
Juana receive from Magellan?
A. Santo Niño statue
B. Santo Niño image
C. expensive silk and jewelry
D. perfume, gold and silver
23. The voyage around the world lasted for how long?
A. 2 years , 16 months, 11 days
B. 3 years , 11 months, 16 days
C. 2 years , 11 months, 16 days
D. 3 years , 16 months, 11 days
24. What name did Ruy Lopez de Villalobos give to the Leyte-Samar region?
A. Felipinas
B. Archipelgo de San Lazarus
C. Filepinas
D. Ciudad de Filipinas
25. Cebu, the oldest Spanish city in the Philippines establish in 1565, was renamed after it
was conquered by the Spaniards. What was the new name?
A. Cuidad del Santisimo Nombre de Jesus
B. Cuidad del Nombre Santisimo de Jesus
C. City of the Holy Child Jesus
D. City of the Most Holy Son of God
26. Due to shortage supply, the Spaniards sailed to another island which became the second
settlement that they founded. What is the name of the island?
A. Cebu
B. Bohol
C. Panay
D. Masbate
27. After establishing permanent settlements in some islands, the Spaniards went after the
rich and powerful Kingdom of Manila. Rajah Sulayman and his men tried to defend their land
but was defeated. Who was the leader of Spaniard troops sent to conquer the land?
A. Miguel Lopez de Legazpi
B. Martin de Goiti
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C. Martiano de Goite
D. Juan de Salcedo
28. Who was the last King of Tondo?
A. Sikatuna
B. De Goiti
C. Lakan Dula
D. Rajah Sulayman
29. Who was considered as the first Spanish Governor-General of the Philippines?
A. Loaisa
B. Villalobos
C. Legazpi
D. De Goiti
30. What is reduccion?
A. The policy of forced transfer of residence
B. The policy of paying tribute to the King of Spain
C.The policy of forced labor
D. The policy of converting natives into Christians
31.How did the Board of Public Health help in the campaign for improved public health?
A. Prevention of diseases and epidemics were given attention.
B. Young inmates were given vocational training.
C. Field workers were sent to the rural areas to teach modern sanitation and hygiene.
D. Asylums and institutions for orphans were founded
32.Complete the statement: The Philippines was under the American rule for nearly
________________
A. 40 years
B. 50 years
C. 30 years
D. 60 years
33.Which of the following is the greatest contribution of Americans to Philippine
Civilization?
A. Education
B. Health and Social Welfare
C. Transportation and Communication
D. None of the above
34.How many American teachers arrived in the Philippines and took the task of educating
the Filipino youth?
A. 500 American teachers
B. 400 American teachers
C. 600 American teachers
D. 700 American teachers
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35.When was University of the Philippines established?
A. 1901
B. 1905
C. 1902
D. 1908
36.Among the contributions of Americans to Filipinos, which came second as the most
important contribution of Americans to Philippine society?
A. Education
B. Health and Social Welfare
C. Transportation and Communication
D. All of the above
37.Who was the first American military governor in the Philippines?
A. Gen. Wesley Meritt
B. Gen.Elwell Otis
C. Gen. Douglas McArthur
D. Gen. Arthur McArthur
38.Some Filipinos were appointed to government positions during American period. Who
was the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court during civil government of the Americans?
A. Gregorio Araneta
B. Cayetano Arellano
C. Pardo de Tavua
D. Benito Legarda
39.How will the civil government give the Filipinos opportunity for greater participation in
the government?
A. They introduce public school system in the country.
B. They ratify a law allotting for the restoration of the country.
C. They allow Filipinos to have a position in the government.
D. They established several peace policies to pacify the uprising of rebels.
40. Which of the following act provided the establishment of public-school system in the
country?
A. RA 10533
B. BP Blg. 232
C. PD 1006
D. Philippine Commission Act No. 74
41.Under this law, all Filipino Guerillas and groups that worked for Philippine independence
were branded as bandits and thieves, and they should be Punished. What was the
name of this American Policy?
A. Reconcentration Act
B. Flag Law
C. Sedition Law
D. Brigandage Act
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42.The purpose of this law is to aimed to corner guerillas hiding in faraway areas and
relocated people from the rural areas into overcrowded villages so that rebels would
not be able to get any support or help from the people. What was the name of this
American Policy?
A. Reconcentration Act
B. Flag law
C. Brigandage Act
D. Sedition Law
43.Among the American policies, which of the following prohibited all activities that would
motivate the people to revolt against the Americans?
A. Reconcentration Act
B. Flag law
C. Brigandage Act
D. Sedition Law
44.Which of the following act provides every Filipino the right to own 24 hectares of public
land which farmers themselves can cultivate?
A. Homestead Act
B. Brigandage Act
C. Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program
D. Sedition Law
45.During American regime, this refers to the Filipinos who excelled in some fields of
learning and they were sent to the United Sates for further studies.
A. Peninsulares
B. Insulares
C. Pensionados
D. Ilustrados
46.Which of the following is the strongest naval base of Americans that Japanese attacked
at the dawn of December 8, 1941?
A. Pearl Harbor
B. Clark Field in Pampanga
C. Sangley Point in Cavite
D. Nichol Air base in Manila
47.Who was the General that declared Manila as an “open city” to avoid further
destruction and loss of lives?
A. Gen. Wesley Meritt
B. Gen. Douglas McArthur
C. Gen. Elwell Otis
D. Gen. Arthur McArthur
48.How old was Lola Catalina when she began to serve Japanese soldiers as a comfort
woman?
A. 13 years old
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B. 16 years old
C. 11 years old
D. 12 years old
49.Complete the statement: Captured American and Filipino soldiers were forced by the
Japanese to march from Bataan to _________________
A. Cavite
B. Batangas
C. Pampanga
D. D. Laguna
50.Which refers to the Japanese military police who inflicted severe punishment on
captured guerillas?
A. Kem-pei-tai
B. Kempeitai
C. Kem-pei tai
D. Kempei-tai
51.What is the occupation of the majority of the members of HUKBALAHAP?
A. Fisherman
B. Farmers
C. Kem-pei tai
D. Tax collectors
52.During what year Philippines was liberated and the second world war ended?
A. 1944
B. 1946
C. 1947
D. 1945
53.Complete the statement: McArthur returned to the Philippines on _________________
A. October 20, 1944
B. October 21, 1944
C. October 22, 1944
D. October 23, 1944
54.Who was the President of the Philippines during Japanese period dubbed as the “puppet
president”?
A. Emilio Aguinaldo
B. Jose P. Laurel
C. Fidel V. Ramos
D. Ferdinand E. Marcos
55.Among the several generals of American period that made great impact in Philippine
history, who was the famous general who is known for his “I shall return” statement?
A. Gen. Wesley Meritt
B. Gen. Elwell Otis
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C. Gen. Douglas McArthur
D. Gen. Arthur McArthur
56.Dr. Jose P. Rizal dedicated his second novel to Padre Gomez, Padre Burgos and Padre
Zamora. What is the title of the second novel of Rizal dedicated to the three Martyr
priest?
A. A la Juventud Filipina
B. Juntu Al Pasig
C. El Filibusterismo
D. Noli Me Tangere
57.Among the following propagandists, who used the code names Naning, Tikbalang, and
Kalipulako?
A. Antonio Luna
B. Mariano Ponce
C. Jose Ma. Panganiban
D. Pedro A. Paterno
58.Who is the first editor of the newspaper La Solidaridad which aimed to expose the
friar’s greediness and cruelty?
A. Graciano Lopez Jaena
B. Marcelo H. Del Pilar
C. Jose P. Rizal
D. Antonio Luna
59.Which of the following is the official newspaper of Katipunan?
A. La Solidaridad
B. La Liga Filipina
C. Kalayaan
D. KKK
60.Who is considered as the “Brains of Katipunan” and was the editor of Kalayaan?
A. Dr. Jose P. Rizal
B. Jose Ma. Panganiban
C. Pedro A. Paterno
D. Emilio Jacinto
61.The Katipunan in Cavite was divided into two council, the Magdalo and Magdiwang.
Who headed the Magdiwang council?
A. Dr. Jose P. Rizal
B. Jose Ma. Panganiban
C. Mariano Alvarez
D. Baldomero Aguinaldo
62.Complete the statement: Discovery of Katipunan was revealed by a Katipunero named
_______________
A. Dr. Jose P. Rizal
B. Mariano Alvarez
C. Jose Ma. Panganiban
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D. Teodro Patiño
63.Dr. Jose P. Rizal was sentenced to death in Bagumbayan by a ___________________
A. Garrote
B. Lethal Injection
C. Firing Squad
D. Silya elektrika
64.Who is the president of the Women’s chapter of Katipunan?
A. Gregoria de Jesus
B. Josefa Rizal
C. Marina Dizon
D. Angelica Rizal Lopez
65.President Emilio Aguinaldo declared Philippine independence in the balcony of his
house in Kawit, Cavite. When was the declaration of the Philippines happened?
A. June 12, 1896
B. June 12, 1897
C. June 12, 1898
D. June 12, 1899
66. Manuel Quezon led the _________ government as President and Sergio Osmeña as Vice-
President.
A. Revolutionary
B. Dictatorial
C. Commonwealth
D. Puppet
67. The father of the Filipino language.
A. Manuel L. Quezon
B. Elpidio Quirino
C. Jose P. Laurel
D.Manuel Roxas
68. Who was elected as the first woman senator in the 1947 elections?
A. Geronima Pecson
B. Carmen Planas
C. Elisa Ochoa
D. Agnes Balboa
69. What is a commonwealth government?
A. A government with a 10-year transition period that will be replaced by a democratic and
republic government
B. A government with a 10-year transition period that will be replaced by a dictatorial and
republic government
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C. A government with a 10-year transition period that will be replaced by a democratic and
dictatorial government
D. A government with a 10-year transition period that will be replaced by a communist and
republic government
70. Which among the following laws during President Quezon’s administration refers to the
provision of a contract to fomalize the tenancy of a laborer in a landowner’s hacieda?
A. Minimum Wage Act
B. Eight-Hour Labor Act
C. Public Defender’s Act
D. Tenancy Act
71. President Elpidio Quirino completed the term of President _________ who died because of
heart attack
A. Manuel L. Quezon
B. Manuel A. Roxas
C. Sergio Osmeña Sr.
D. Elpidio Quirino
72. Who was first woman to be President of the Philippines or any Asian country?
A. Corazon Aquino
B. Gloria macapagal-Arroyo
C. Miriam Defensor-Santiago
D. Josefa Llanes-Escoda
73. This program under the administration of Corazon Aquino aimed to transfer ownership of
farm lands from the landowners to the tenants. What program is this?
A. Agrarian Reform Comprehensive Program
B. Land Tenancy Act
C. Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program
D. Abolition Program for the Tenants
74. Up until today, our government adheres to the 1987 Constitution, which provides for a
presidential form of government with three branches: Legislative, Executive and Judicial.
Under which presidency was this constitution realized?
A. Fidel V. Ramos
B. Corazon Aquino
C. Joseph Estrada
D. Jovito Salonga
75. Philippines 2000 was a platform aimed to make the Philippines reach the status of an
industrialized country by the year 2000. Under whose presidency was this program created?
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A. Fidel V. Ramos
B. Corazon Aquino
C. Joseph Estrada
D. Gloria Arroyo
76. Identify the president: He was ousted through the EDSA People Power II due to graft and
corruption issues.
A. Fidel V. Ramos
B. Corazon Aquino
C. Joseph Estrada
D. Elpidio Quirino
77. Who was the vice president of the former President Joseph Estrada who assumed into
office after he was ousted and continued serving the people until the next term?
A. Fidel V. Ramos
B. Corazon Aquino
C. Joseph Estrada
D. Gloria Arroyo
78. Who was the only president in the Philipines that was re-elected for a second term?
A. Manuel L. Quezon
B. Ferdinand Marcos
C. Sergio Osmeña Sr.
D. Elpidio Quirino
79. In his second term, President Marcos faced a lot of problems and uprisings, rallies , anti-
government organizations and violence. In order to decrease these, the president issued
Proclamation No. 880 which means _____________.
A. suspension of habeas data or right to information
B. suspension of writ of habeas corpus or right to be tried in court
C. susension of writ of amparo or right to life
D. the president transfers his executive powers to the military
80 The following are the reasons why the Marcos administration imposed Martial Law EXCEPT
one. Which one is not included among the reasons?
A. Demonstrations and rallies of militant groups such as students and farmers
B. Assassination attempts on government officials
C. Lack of government funds
D. Terrorist bombings of public and private places
81. What proclamation was given by Marcos which placed the country under Martial Law?
A. Proclamation 1080
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B. Proclamation 1081
C. Proclamation 1082
D. Proclamation 1083
82. Based from the implementation of the Land Reform Program, land for the landowners is
limited to how many hectares of land?
A. 5 hectares
B. 6 hectares
C. 7 hectares
D. 8 hectares
83. The longest serving President who served for 7,362 days or more than 20 years was
________.
A. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
B. Benigno Aquino III
C. Manuel L. Quezon
D. Ferdinand Marcos
84. He was one of the critics of the Marcos Administration. Upon his return from America, he
was killed even before his feet can touch the Philippine soil. His death became one of the
biggest factors for EDSA Revolution I. Who is this person?
A. Marcial Bonifacio
B. Benigno Aquino Sr.
C. Benigno Aquino Jr.
D. Cory Aquino
85. Which events in Philippine history prove that change can come through non-violent
means?
A. The assassination of Benigno Aquino, Sr.
B. Impeachment trial of former President Joseph Estrada
C. Marco’s fleeing to Hawaii
D. EDSA I AND EDSA II revolution
86. Who was the President who is known for his “Filipino First Policy” and Austerity Program?
A. Carlos P. Garcia
B. Diosdado Macapagal
C. Manuel Roxas
D. Ramon Magsaysay
87. Who was the Philippine president who opened the Malacanang to the public?
A. Emilio Aguinaldo
B. Joseph Estrada
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C. Carlos P. Garcia
D. Ramon Magsaysay
88. Identify the president: During his term, the Agricultural Land Reform Code was passed. He
also moved the independence day of the Philippines from July 4 to June 12.
A. Diosdado Macapagal
B. Carlos P. Garcia
C. Sergio Osmeña
D. Ferdinand Marcos
89. As of 2018, how many Presidents have there been in the Philippines?
A. 17
B. 14
C. 16
D, 15
90. The 16th President of the Republic of the Philippines.
A. Rodrigo Duterte
B. Benigno Aquino III
C. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
D. Joseph Estrada
91. He was the first Philippine President to wear the Barong Tagalog when he was sworn into
office.
A. Ramon Magsaysay
B. Elpidio Quirino
C. Manuel Roxas
D. Manuel Quezon
92. ASEAN STANDS FOR?
A. Association of Southeast Asian Nations
B. Association for Southeast Asian’s Nations
C. Association on Southeast Asian Nationalities
D. Association in Southeast Asia Nations
93. This President is best known for his rallying principle “ Kung walang corrupt, walang
mahirap”
A. Rodrigo Duterte
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B. Benigno Aquino III
C. Manuel Roxas
D. Ramon Magsaysay
94. This is one of the programs under the Aquino administration that provides cash grants of
as much as PhP7000.00 to poor families to meet their health, nutrition and education needs.
A. SEA-K
B. 4Ps
C. HSFP
D. KALAHI-CIDSS
95. The Constitution that we are using today is the ______ Constitution.
A. 1935
B. 1946
C. 1987
D. 1990
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