Exam Drill in RPH (Finals)

Which feature of the 1987 Constitution strengthened the independence of the judiciary?

• a. Creation of a Commission of Human Rights

• b. Lengthening of the Constitution with 18 articles

• c. Provisions for appointment to the judiciary

• d. Increase in the authority of the executive branch

What is the purpose of checks and balances?

• a. To allow the executive branch to override the decisions of the other branches.

• b. To prevent any encroachments on the powers of the legislative branch.

• c. To ensure coordination among the various departments of government.

• d. To establish a system of direct democracy.

What is the purpose of the constitution?

• a. To establish fundamental principles

• b. To assign powers and duties to government departments 

• c. To create a framework for government

• d. All of the above

What is the core principle of the American system of government that was introduced in the Philippines?

• a. Separation of powers 

• b. Checks and balances

• c. Doctrine of parens patriae

• d. Doctrine of incorporation

How should a good written constitution be in terms of breadth?

• a. Narrow and specific

• b. Comprehensive and all-encompassing

• c. Flexible and easily amended

• d. Evolving and adaptable

What type of government did the Malolos Constitution provide for?

• a. Presidential

• b. Parliamentary

• c. Monarchical

• d. Dictatorial

Which proclamation announced that Corazon Aquino and Vice President Laurel were assuming power?

• a. Proclamation No. 1, February 25, 1986

• b. Executive Order No. 1 [February 28, 1986]

• c. Proclamation No. 3, March 25, 1986

• d. Proclamation No. 58, proclaiming the ratification of the Constitution

What is the main difference between amendment and revision of the constitution?

• a. Amendments alter several provisions, while revisions affect only one provision. 

• b. Amendments change basic principles, while revisions do not.

• c. Amendments add new provisions, while revisions delete existing provisions.

• d. Amendments alter the basic principles, while revisions alter the substantial entirety of the constitution.

How was the 1973 Constitution ratified?

• a. Through a plebiscite

• b. By the Constitutional Convention members

• c. By the Citizens Assemblies

• d. By a presidential decree

From which country did the Philippines derive its principles of government and political law?

• a. Spain

• b. France

• c. United States

• d. England