History of the Philippines
1 A. B.
What was the original title of the Filipino national anthem? Bayang Magiliw C. Marcha Filipina Magdalo Lupang Hinirang D. Diwa ng Bayan
2 A. B.
Who was dubbed as ‘Ama ng Wikang Pambansa’?
3 A. B.
Manuel L. Quezon Manuel Roxas
C. D.
Emilio Aguinaldo Ramon Magsaysay
Who served as the 13th President of the Philippines from 1998 to 2001 and as the 9th Vice President of the Philippines from 1992 to 1998? Gloria Arroyo C. Benigno Aquino III Joseph Estrada D. Leni Robredo
4 A. B.
Manuel Roxas Ramon Magsaysay
5 A. B.
What was the highest rank of members in the Katipunan? Kawal C. Bayani Katipon D. Maharlika
6
Under whose administration was the establishment of what we now call the Social Security System (SSS) proposed? Elpidio Quirino C. Manuel Roxas Fidel V. Ramos D. Ferdinand Marcos
A. B.
Which president was dubbed as ‘Tagapagligtas ng Demokrasya’?
C. D.
Ferdinand Marcos Emilio Aguinaldo
7 A. B.
Ferdinand Marcos Jose P. Laurel
8 A. B.
In which battle did Gregorio del Pilar sacrifice his life in defense of Aguinaldo? Battle of Bagbag River C. Battle Battle of Montalban Battle of Tirad Pass D. Battle of Macabebe
9 A. B.
Who founded the Diariong Tagalog? Juan Luna Marcelo H. Del Pilar
Who was called the ‘puppet president’?
C. D.
C. D.
Fidel V. Ramos Benigno Aquino III
Jose P. Rizal Gregorio Sanciano
10 What was the First Philippine Republic came to be called as? A. Malolos Republic C. Marcos Republic B. Republika ng Pilipinas D. Biak-na-Bato Republic 11 A.
Which of following was not part of the first eight provinces that rose rose up in arms against Spain, and later on were symbolized by the ‘eight rays’ of the sun? Cavite C. Quezon
B.
Laguna
D.
Batangas
12 Who was the paralytic who later became Aguinaldo's adviser? A. Apolinario Mabini C. Jose Rizal B. Andres Bonifaco D. Juan Luna 13 In the Philippines, Jones Law of 1916 became popularly known as what? A. Philippine Philippine Independence Law C. Tydings-McDuffy Act B. Organic Act of the Philippines D. Philippine Autonomy Act 14 Who wrote under the pen name ‘Taga -Ilog”? A. Juan Luna C. B. Antonio Luna D.
Jose P. Rizal Marcelo H. Del Pilar
15 What was the password used by a ‘Kawal’ in the Katipunan? A. Protacio C. Magdalo B. Magdiwang D. Gomburza 16 Whose death signaled the beginning of the Propaganda Movement? A. Jose Rizal C. Andres Bonifacio B. Gomburza D. Antonio Luna 17 Who composed the Marcha Filipino Magdalo? A. Julian Felipe C. Jose P. Rizal B. Jose Palma D. Julian Balmaceda 18 What was the newspaper of the Katipunan known as? A. Dasalan at Tocsohan C. Diaryong Tagalog B. Kalayaan D. Cedula 19 A. B. 20 A. B.
What is the walled walled city of Manila where most most Spaniards Spaniards went went into into hiding after the Battle of Manila Bay? Intramuros C. Binondo Pasig D. Pasong Tamo The teachings teachings of the Katipunan were embodied embodied in which document document written written by Emilio Jacinto? El Filibusterismo C. Dasalan at Tocsohan Kartilya D. Pingkian
21 Who was the last Filipino general to surrender to the Americans? A. Juan Luna C. Miguel Malvar B. Marcelo H. Del Pilar D. Macario Sakay 22 Who was the first American civil governor of the country? A. Joseph Smith C. John Smith B. William Howard Taft D. Millard Tydings
23 A. B.
Which lodge was the first Masonic lodge in the Philippines? Sukob C. Nilad Balwarte D. Humayo
24 A. B.
Where was the Philippine independence proclaimed? Cavite C. Tarlac Batangas D. Manila
25 A. B.
Diariong Tagalog was founded by who? Juan Luna C. Marcelo H. Del Pilar D.
26
Which book was written by Jose Rizal, depicting the ‘Social Cancer’ or the dark aspects of Spain’s colonial rule in the Philippines?
A. B.
La Solidaridad Noli Me Tangere
C. D.
Jose Rizal Gregorio Sanciano
El Filibusterismo Cancer y Sociedad
Philippine Law and Justice System
1 A. B.
What are the 3 main branches of the Government of the Philippines? Senate, Supreme Court, Congress C. Legislative, Executive, Judicial Presidential, Unicameral, Bicameral D. Legislature, Senate, Supreme Court
2 A. B.
The Supreme Court shall be composed of a Chief Justice and how many Associates Justices? 12 C. 14 13 D. 15
3 A. B.
The executive power shall be vested in the __________________________________. Congress C. Supreme Court House of Representatives D. President of the Philippines
4
Which of the following states that “no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or
A. B.
property without due process of law, nor any person be denied the equal protection of the laws”? Presidential Decree No. 1006 C. Republic Act 9262 Bill of Rights D. Article II
5 A. B. 6 A.
The Senate shall be composed of how many senators elected at large by voters of the Philippines? 21 C. 23 22 D. 24 Which is a right to silence warning given by police to criminal suspects in police custody (or in a custodial interrogation) before they are interrogated to preserve the admissibility of their statements against them in criminal proceedings? Buendia Warning C. Delos Santos Warning
B.
Miranda Warning
7 A. B.
Which of the following is the right and obligation by all citizens qualified by law who are at least 18 years of age to vote in the election of national and local officials of the government without literacy, property, or other substantive requirement? Suffrage C. Citizenship National Territory D. Executive Department
8 A. B.
Which of the following is not an inherent power of the state? Police Power C. Power of Taxation Power of Eminent Domain D. Power of Impeachment
9 A. B.
Which of the following is not a member of the Constitutional Commission? Commission on Elections C. Civil Service Commission Commission on Civil Rights D. Commission on Audit
10
Which of the following is the power of the State to promote public welfare by restraining the use of both liberty and property of all people? Police Power C. Power of Taxation Power of Eminent Domain D. Power of Impeachment
A. B. 11 A. B. 12
D.
Dela Cruz Warning
What is the main insular penitentiary designed to house the prison population of the Philippines? Manila City Jail C. Correctional Institute New Bilibid Prison D. Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm
A. B.
Which of the following is the primary investigation arm of the Philippine National Police? CIDG C. NBI SOCO D. FBI
13 A. B.
Who is the PNP Chief Police Director General? Ricardo Ramoran Visaya C. Frederico Morato Ronald ‘Bato’ Dela Rosa D. Neslon Pascual Pagaduan
14
Who among the following has the exclusive power to initiate all cases of impeachment? Blue Ribbon Committee C. Speaker of the House House of Representatives D. House of the Senate
A. B. 15 A. B. 16
By a vote of _________________ of both Houses in joint session assembled, voting separately, The Congress shall have the sole power to declare a state of war. One-half C. Three-fourths Two-thirds D. Minority The legislative power shall be vested in the ____________________ which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives.
A. B.
Congress Office of the Ombudsman
17 A. B.
How long shall the term of office of the senators be commenced? 4 years C. 6 years 5 years D. 7 years
18
Which is an order in writing issued in the name of the People of the Philippines, signed by a judge and directed to a peace officer, commanding him to search for personal property described therein and bring it before the court? Warrant of Arrest C. Bench Warrant Search Warrant D. Lifetime Warranty
A. B. 19 A. B.
C. D.
Supreme Court Commission on Human Rights
In the event that both the President and Vice President are removed from office, who will act as President in the Philippines? The First Lady/Gentleman C. The Chief Justice Eldest son of the president D. Speaker of the House of Representatives
20 A. B.
Who serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines? Rodrigo Duterte C. Ricardo Ramoran Visaya Ronald ‘Bato’ Dela Rosa D. Neslon Pascual Pagaduan
21
It is a general pardon extended to a group or classes of person and is exercised by the chief executive with the concurrence of congress, usually given to political offenders. Amnesty C. Arrest Commutation D. Bail
A. B. 22 A. B. 23
A. B. 24
It is the taking of a person into custody so that he may be bound to answer for the commission of an offense. Amnesty C. Arrest Bail D. Pardon Which of the following is security, such as cash, a bond, or property, pledged or given to a court by or on behalf of one accused of committing a crime, to obtain release from incarceration and to ensure the person's future appearance in court when required during the criminal proceeding? Amnesty C. Arrest Bail D. Pardon
A. B.
A person is said to be a/an _______________, if he/she helps or encourages the commitment of a crime. He/she may or may not be present at the scene of the crime. Accused C. Agent Alimony D. Accessory
25
What do you call a sworn statement in writing, confirmed on oath by the party who
A. B.
makes it, before someone who is officially entitled to administer oaths? Alimony C. Alibi Affidavit D. Abatement
26 A. B.
The verdict of a jury, declaring that a criminal defendant is not guilty. Acquittal C. Cordial Benign D. Filial
27
Which of the following pertains to the willful burning of the house or other structures belonging to others without any legal authority? Spoliation C. Arson Fiduciary D. Harboring
A. B. 28 A. B. 29 A. B. 30 A. B. 31
Any willful attempt or threat to inflict injury on some person, with an ability to carry out the threat. Assault C. Perjury Breach D. Demolition Mrs. J. Z. willfully told an untruth in a court after having taken an oath or affirmation. What offense did she commit? Battery C. Larceny Perjury D. Abetting What is the term for the offer or acceptance of anything of value in exchange for influence on a government/public official or employee? Larceny C. Bribery Perjury D. Battery
A. B.
Mr. V. S. obtained P90,000 from Ms. J. D. by threatening her that he would upload her private video. What crime is Mr. V. S committing? Vandalism C. Theft Extortion D. Embezzlement
32 A. B.
What term refers to the manipulation of accounting records to hide theft of funds? Fiduciary Extortion C. Forgery Accounting Embezzlement D. Money Laundering
33
While completing a sworn affidavit during child support proceedings in family court, Mr. K. Z. intentionally understates his annual income by P150,000, signs the printed document, and files it with the judge’s clerk. What crime is he committing?
A. B.
Perjury Battery
34
Ms. V. N. picked up a lipstick and put it in her bag. She then left the establishment without paying for it. What crime did she commit? Perjury C. Shoplifting Battery D. Extortion
A. B.
C. D.
Larceny Abetting
35 A. B.
Which crime pertains to the offer, agreement to, or engagement in a sexual act for compensation? Solicitation C. Harassment Copulation D. Prostitution
36 A. B.
The taking of a person from one place to another against his or her will is called what? Ransom C. Extortion Kidnapping D. Manslaughter
37
Former military dictator S. D. and his family managed to transfer national funds of up to P5B into foreign bank accounts. What crime did S. D. commit? Extortion C. Arson Tax Evasion D. Money Laundering
A. B. 38 A. B. 39 A. B. 40 A. B.
Mrs. A. Z. is having a sexual relation with 14-year-old D. A. What crime is she committing? Child Abuse C. Prostitution Statutory Rape D. Harassment What is used to bring a prisoner or other detainee before the court to determine if the person's imprisonment or detention is lawful? Writ of Certiorari C. Writ of Coram Nobis Writ of Habeas Corpus D. Writ of Audita Querela This is a form of identity theft that involves an unauthorized taking of another’s credit card information for the purpose of charging purchases to the account or removing funds from it. Securities Fraud C. Debit/Credit Card Fraud Insurance Fraud D. Wire Fraud
Current Events
1 A. B.
On February 1, 2016, the Makati Regional Trial Court Branch 142 issued a warrant of arrest against which senator over the libel case filed by disqualified Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay Jr.? Antonio Trillanes IV C. Vicente Sotto Juan Ponce Enrile D. Ala Cayetano
2 A. B.
Who is the incumbent Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines? Ricardo Ramoran Visaya C. Larry Dela Rosa Ronald ‘Bato’ Dela Rosa D. Neslon Pascual Pagaduan
3
On February 29, 2016, the remains of the late President Elpidio Quirino were transferred from the Manila South Cemetery in Makati to which cemetery? Manila North Cemetery C. La Loma Cemetery Loyola Memorial Park D. Heroes' Cemetery
A. B.
4 A. B. 5 A. B.
Late March 2016, which province in the Philippines was added by the UNESCO as one of the 20 additions to its network of protected biosphere nature reserves? Bohol C. Albay Abra D. Bukidnon Which Philippine microsatellite was launched to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Cygnus spacecraft on a supply mission? Diwata-1 C. Amihan SINAG D. Filipinas-1
6 A. B.
Rafael Mariano Ernesto Abella
7 A. B.
Who did President Duterte assign as the Secretary of Budget Management? Benjamin Diokno C. Alfonso Cusi Leonor Briones D. Rafael Mariano
8
On July, 2016, three islands of the Philippines were featured in the "World’s Best
A. B.
Islands" list for 2016 of the New York-based magazine Travel & Leisure. Which of the following was not featured in the said magazine? Palawan C. Cebu Boracay D. Davao
9 A. B. 10 A. B. 11 A. B. 12 A. B.
Who is President Duterte’s Spokesperson?
C. D.
Gina Lopez Martin Andanar
What do you call the demarcation line used initially by the government of the Republic of China and subsequently for their claims of the major part of the South China Sea? Great Wall of China C. Mason-Dixon Line Nine-dash Line D. 1949 Armistice Lines Which Philippine government corporation placed the Luzon power grid under a red alert status due to low level operating reserves, as seven power plants encountered problems in July 2016? National Power Corporation C. National Grid Corporation of the Philippines National Electrical Corporation D. National Electronic Corporation Early August 2016, the Duterte administration launched a 24-hour complaint office accessible to the public through which nationwide hotline? 8080 C. 911 8888 D. 117 Early 2015, forty-four SAF members died in an operation intended to capture or kill wanted Malaysian terrorist and bomb-maker Zulkifli Abdhir. Where did this happen? Kabuntalan C. Sultan Kudarat Mamasapano D. Pagayawan
13
Which of the following is an annual award established to perpetuate a former Philippine president’s example of integrity in governance, courageous service to the
A. B. 14 A. B. 15
people, and pragmatic idealism within a democratic society? Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Award C. Ramon Magsaysay Award Manuel Quezon Award D. Sergio Osmena Award Which project of the PNP was implemented wherein police personnel knock on the doors of alleged drug users or pushers, asking them to surrender to the police? PNP OPLAN State of Lawlessness C. PNP OPLAN Nanlaban PNP OPLAN Patnubay D. PNP OPLAN Double-Barrel Project TokHang
A. B.
On November 8, 2013, which typhoon made landfall in the central Philippine islands? Give its international code name. Franklin C. Goku Haiyan D. Isaias
16 A. B.
Who did President Duterte assign as the Cabinet Secretary? Salvador Medialdea C. Martin Andanar Leonicio Evasco Jr. D. Ernesto Abella
17
Who was assigned as President Duterte’s Presidential Communications Operations
A. B.
Office Secretary? Rafael Mariano Gina Lopez
18 A. B. 19 A. B. 20
C. D.
Ernesto Abella Martin Andanar
This is caused by a virus transmitted primarily by Aedes mosquitoes. People affected with this disease can have symptoms including mild fever, skin rash, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise or headache. Y2K Virus C. Bird Flu Virus Influenza Virus D. Zika Virus Who was the first Filipino to be elected in the United Nations as judge of the International Criminal Court? Rodrigo Duterte C. Miriam Santiago Epifanio Delos Santos D. Raymond Lauigan
A. B.
Which inmate who had a music video inside the Bilibid Prison was head of the notorious Ozamiz robbery gang? Peter Lim C. Herbert Colangco Noel Martinez D. Joenel Sanchez
21 A. B.
Who accepted 2017 ASEAN Chairmanship early September 2016? PM Yingluck Shinawatra C. PM Shinzō Abe Pres. Rodrigo Duterte D. Pres. Joko Widodo
A. B.
C. D.
General Information
1 A. B.
The following are non-biodegradable waste except: a metal spoon C. a plastic fork styrofoam D. scratch paper
2
The official government agency for weather forecasting, flood control, astronomical observations, and time service is PAGASA. What does PAGASA stand for? Philippine Atomic, Geophysical and C. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration and Astronomical Services Administration Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical D. Philippine Atmospheric, Geological and and Astrological Services Astronomical Services Administration Administration
A. B.
3 A. B.
What does ASEAN mean? Asamblea ng Silangang Europa at mga Asyanong Nagkakaisa Association of Southeast Asian Nations
4 A. B.
Which among the following are constituents of brass ? iron and zinc C. copper and zinc iron and nickel D. copper and nickel
5 A. B.
What is the approximate number of islands of the Phillipines? 6500 C. 8700 7100 D. 9500
6 A. B.
Which is the predominant religion in the Philippines? Islam C. Buddhism Christianity D. Judaism
7
Which of the following is the process by which thermal radiation from the earth’s surface is absorbed by atmospheric greenhouse gases and is re-radiated in all directions? Global Warming C. Greenhouse Effect Ozone Layer D. Solar Radiation
A. B. 8 A. B.
C. D.
Assembly of Southern Europe and American Nations Asian Sovereign and Embodied Association of Nations
Which law promotes responsible family planning and proper use of reproductive methods to eliminate over-population growth? RH Bill C. Reproductive Law Responsible Parenthood and D. Family Planning
Reproductive Health Law 9 A. B.
On which date is the World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD) observed? February 12 C. January 14 March 15 D. April 13
10
APEC is a summit that promotes free trade and economic cooperation throughout the Asia-Pacific region countries. APEC stands for: Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation C. Asia Pacific Economic Countries Asia Pacific Economic Corporation D. Asia Pacific Economic Council
A. B. 11 A. B.
Which law in the Philippines aims to address legal issues concerning online interactions and harmful internet behavior in the Philippines? It aims to prevent and punish cybercrime in the country. Cyber-Bullying Act C. Cybercrime Prevention Act Cybernetic Act of 2012 D. Cyber Identity Theft Act
12 A. B.
Which iconic animal has been removed from the endangered species list? Cross River Gorilla C. Hawksbill Turtle Giant Panda D. Javan Rhino
13 A. B.
Which of the following is popularly called Laughing Gas? nitrous oxide C. carbon trioxide nitric oxide D. nitrogen penta oxide
14 A. B.
Which two countries, who together account for 40% of air pollution, have finally ratified a global pact to cut carbon emissions? USA and China C. India and China India and USA D. USA and Russia
15 A. B.
In which of the following regions is corn used as staple food? South-East Asia C. Middle Africa Russia D. Western Europe
16 A. B.
. “Atoms can neither be created nor destroyed.” This principle was given by who?
Bohr Einstein
17 A. B.
Four Corners Monument is located in which of the following countries? Canada C. United States China D. Mexico
18 A. B.
Who among the following gave the theory of continental drift? Alfred Wegener C. Jean-Baptiste Élie de Beaumont Arthur Holmes D. Harry Hess
19
Which dam is located in Barangay San Lorenzo (Hilltop), Norzagaray, Bulacan?
C. D.
Dalton Avogadro
A. B.
Angat Dam Ipo Dam
20 A. B.
The United Nations International Day of Happiness is celebrated on which date? May 21 C. March 20 January 15 D. February 17
21 A. B.
Which among the following acids is more commonly known as vinegar ? citric acid C. acetic acid sulfuric acid D. oxalic acid
22 A. B.
Who has the most Olympic medals of all colors in history? Larisa Latynina C. Jenny Thompson Fred Mendoval D. Michael Phelps
23 A. B.
What has been the most populated city in the world since 2014? Tokyo-Yokohama (Japan) C. Jakarta (Indonesia) Delhi (India) D. Manila (Philippines)
24 A. B.
The following are man-made islands off the coast of Dubai except which? Palm Jumeirah C. Palm Jebel Ali Deira Island D. Palm Jiraiya
25
On 1st September 1939, Germany started World War II when it invaded which country? Poland C. Iceland France D. Norway
A. B.
C. D.
La Mesa Dam Magat Dam
Vocabulary
1 A. B.
fluke unlikely chance occurrence a musical instrument
2 A. B.
crypt reproduction of a technical drawing an underground room used as a chapel or burial place
3 A.
random a sum of money demanded or paid for the release of a person happening without method or conscious decision
B. 4
C. D.
to vomit a garment that hangs from the shoulders
C. D.
a handwritten document to move slowly with the body close to the ground
C.
a contraceptive
D.
particular
Fragments of a bomb, shell, or other object thrown out by an explosion.
A. B.
dissipate artillery
C. D.
5 A. B.
If you are ambivalent with the answers, analyze the given problem. Ambivalent means certain C. aware confused D. uncertain
6 A. B.
gunpowder and artillery ammunition coefficient
7 A. B.
To enter or gain access to an organization, place, etc. secretly document C. percolate extravasate D. infiltrate
8 A. B.
To put someone or something into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure jeopardize C. alleviate infiltrate D. incinerate
9 A. B.
The state of being confined in prison interpolation incarceration
10 A. B.
A person temporarily or permanently residing, as an immigrant, in a country other than that of their citizenship expatriate C. illegal alien denaturalized D. excoriate
11 A. B.
To think profoundly and at length concentrate contemplate
12 A. B.
Measure of a projectile’s ability to overcome air resistance in flight
breech pressure bolt action
13 A. B.
In small arms, the internal diameter of a firearm's barrel or a cartridge's bullet caliber C. chamber frangible D. cock
14 A. B.
An ammunition storage and feeding device within or attached to a repeating firearm muzzle C. battery magazine D. lug
15
To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct something, especially for political or military advantage.
C. D.
C. D.
C. D. C. D.
penetration shrapnel
bandolier magnum
indoctrination excretion
conjugate confide ballistic coefficient caliber
A. B.
salvage scavenge
C. D.
disarm sabotage
16 A. B.
To take the weapons from someone disarm salvage
C. D.
enforce pitch
17
Mr. K. L. left his hometown because of the ominous experiences he had. The underlined word means ______________. remarkable C. threatening unforgettable D. beautiful
A. B. 18 A. B. 19 A. B. 20 A. B. 21
She stopped struggling, apparently realizing how futile it was. What does the underlined word mean? easy C. fruitful useless D. irrevocable My rich stepfather who enjoys flaunting his wealth always wears an ostentatious diamond ring. authentic C. pretentious large D. glimmering You seemed adamant about not being fired a few minutes ago. Which of the following words has the same meaning as adamant? jolly C. modest determined D. quirky
A. B.
To Dianne, her life was just one vacuous day after another. What does the Italicized word mean? insipid C. effective productive D. expeditious
22 A. B.
Mr. Reynolds was indifferent to the subject. What does the underlined word mean? uninterested C. coherent delighted D. immersed
23
We barely spoke of our clandestine activities together as we simply enjoyed each other's company. What does clandestine mean? bizarre C. secret pristine D. concrete
A. B. 24 A. B.
When Carlo was in his rebellious days, he always spoke sordid words. Which word is synonymous with sordid? sweet C. complicated vulgar D. exquisite
25
When I learned that I topped the exam, I felt like I was in Euphoria. What does
A. B.
Euphoria mean? a place in Latin America ecstasy
C. D.
suffering impunity
Quantitative Reasoning
1 A. B.
Mr. J. K. earns P23,000 monthly. How much is his annual salary? P276,000 C. P266,000 P253,000 D. P263,000
2 A. B.
What comes next? 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, ______ 38 C. 34 37 D. 33
3 A. B.
A total of 6 crates of a certain substance was shipped from India. Each crate contained 20 bags, each bag contained 15 pouches, and each pouch weighs 200 grams. How heavy is the entire shipment? 420 kg C. 480 kg 360 kg D. 300 kg
4 A. B.
Find the average: 12, 15, 17, 19, 20, 28, 25, 33, 21, 30 20 C. 22 21 D. 23
5
Find the elapsed time from 8:30 AM of August 13 to 4:15 PM of August 14 (the next day). 31 hrs 45 mins C. 32 hrs 45 mins 32 hrs 15 mins D. 33 hrs 15 mins
A. B. 6 A. B.
Two packs of cigarettes cost P64. Three bottles of beer cost P135. A man bought 3 packs of cigarettes and 5 bottles of beer. How much did he pay for his items? P293 C. P321 P345 D. P297
7 A. B.
What comes next? 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, ____ 35 36
8 A. B.
From the headquarters, it takes Officer J. L. 4 hours to reach Country G by driving at an average speed of 30 kph. How fast must Officer K. B. drive to reach Country G from the headquarters if he is given only 3 hours to drive? 35 kph C. 37.5 kph 37 kph D. 40 kph
9 A. B.
If September 5 is a Monday, what day is September 29 of the same year? Wednesday C. Friday Thursday D. Saturday
C. D.
37 38
10 A. B. 11
An exam was scheduled for 100 minutes only. If the exam started at 9:45 AM, what time did it end? 10:45 AM C. 11:25 AM 11:05 AM D. 10:45 PM
A. B.
A mother was weighed while she was carrying her baby and the figure showed a total of 73 kg. The baby was then laid on a carrier so that the mother could be weight alone. The new figure showed 64 kg. How heavy is the baby? 64 kg C. 137 kg 73 kg D. 9 kg
12 A. B.
What comes next? 1, 2, 4, 8, _____ 13 14
13 A. B.
Mr. Suarez is 24 yrs older than his son. How much older will he be than his son 11 years from now? 13 C. 35 24 D. Depends on the year
14 A. B.
What number comes next? 225, 625, 1225, 2025, ______ 2625 C. 2925 2825 D. 3025
15
It takes 5 minutes to make a hard-boiled egg. How long will it take to make 1 dozen hard boiled eggs? 5 mins C. 12 mins 60 mins D. 17 mins
A. B. 16
C. D.
15 16
A. B.
Al can do a job in 9 hrs while Ben can do the same job in 11 hrs. How long will it take them to finish the job if they were to work together? 10 hrs C. 12 hrs 51 mins 4 hrs 57 mins D. 5 hrs 12 mins
17 A. B.
It takes 5 men 120 days to finish a job. How long will it take 6 men to do the same job? 144 days C. 124 days 100 days D. 110 days
18
Amy, Bea and Cam shared a total of P360 in the ratio 5:6:7. How much did Cam receive? P140 C. P160 P150 D. P180
A. B. 19 A.
The average weight of 5 officers is 73 kg. After a 6th officer weighed in, the average became 74. How heavy is the 6th officer? 78 kg C. 80 kg
B.
79 kg
D.
81 kg
20
9 12
How many cubes are in the figure? C. 10 D. 15
A. B.
15 10
How many triangles are in the figure? C. 12 D. 16
22 A. B.
The ratio of the sides of two squares is 4:5. What is the ratio of their areas? 4:5 C. 16:25 16:20 D. 64:125
23 A. B.
Miko can finish cleaning a house in 3 hours. Kyla can do the same job in 4 hours. How long will it take them to finish the job if they were to work together? less than 4 hours C. more than 4 hours more than 3 hours D. less than 3 hours
24 A. B.
A square lot has an area of 625 square meters. What is its perimeter? 25 meters C. 100 meters 35 meters D. 140 meters
25 A. B.
What comes next? 2, 5, 8, 11, ____ 12 13
26
A. B. 21
C. D.
14 15
A. B.
Write as a decimal. 0.52 0.48
C. D.
0.44 0.56
27 A. B.
What percent of 80 is 56? 64% 142.857%
C. D.
70% 124.857%
28
Cars A and B are traveling the same route. Car A travels at 30kph while Car B travels at 35 kph. If they started traveling from the same point at 9:00 AM, how far apart are they after 5 hours? 25 km C. 35 km 30 km D. 40 km
A. B.
29
There are red, blue and white balls in a bag in the ratio 3:4:5 respectively. If there’s a
A. B.
total of 60 balls in the bag, how many balls are red? 15 C. 20 25 D. 30
30 A. B. 31 A. B. 32
If 60 people can consume a certain amount of food in 2 months, in how many months can 40 people consume the same amount of food? 4 months C. 3 months 2 weeks 3 months D. 2 months 2 weeks There are 3 pigs per 5 chickens in a farm. How many pigs are there if there are 30 chickens in the farm? 15 C. 18 16 D. 19
A. B.
240 marbles are given to Al, Ben and Carl in the ratio 3:4:5 respectively. How many marbles did Carl receive? 60 C. 80 70 D. 100
33 A. B.
Multiply 0.125 by 0.84. 0.0105 0.105
C. D.
1.05 10.5
34 A. B.
What is seven-twelfths of 60? 35 42
C. D.
49 56
35 A. B.
What does the Roman Numeral MCMDCCCVII translate to in numerical? 219,852 C. 1,110,537 1,100,187 D. 1987
36
The price of a motorbike is P45,000. How much do you need to pay if you get a 10% discount? P40,000 C. P4,500 P40,500 D. P5,000
A. B. 37 A. B. 38 A. B.
Mark bought a shirt for P150 after a 40% discount sale. How much was its original price? P240 C. P250 P225 D. P215 Mr. K. Y. made a deposit of P150,000 in a bank that offers 5% simple interest on savings accounts. How much money will he have in his account after 2 years? P155,000 C. P165,000 P160,000 D. P170,000
39 A. B.
What is the median of the following data? 11, 13, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 21, 23, 24, 25 16 C. 17 D.
40 A. B.
Find the average of the following: 84, 85, 84, 93, 91, 90, 83, 78, 82, 85 84.5 C. 85.5 85 D. 86
18 19
English Grammar and Correct Usage
1 A. B.
K. P. _______ rather not invest put savings in that bank. would C. must has to D. could
2 A. B.
The policemen __________ how to deal with the matter at hand. knows C. knowed know D. known
3 A. B.
Mr. V. L. assigned me to confiscate _______________ weapon. your C. he you’re D. she
4 A. B.
My friends are five and a half __________ tall or more. foot C. feet foots D. feets
5 A. B.
The band will be celebrating _________ second anniversary next week. each C. its it’s D. is
6 A. B.
Neither Victor nor Diana _______ the crime last night. witness C. witnessing witnesses D. witnessed
7 A. B.
The ex-president’s immune system was constantly ____________. weaken C. weaker to weaken D. weakening
8 A. B.
The captain and _______ are attending the seminar. me C. mine I D. him
9 A.
The ________________ of the public is our priority. safe C. safetiness
B.
safetyness
10 A. B.
Fiona is very angry _________ her boss’s decision to sack several members of staff.
about against
11 A. B.
The policeman ___________________ the young man to put the gun down. has been told C. was told told D. will have told
12 A. B.
Mr. J. R. never seems to ___________ his patience. loss C. loose lost D. lose
13
The film Heneral Luna is a historical biopic film ________________ General Antonio Luna's leadership of the Philippine _________________ army during the Philippine-American War. memorizing – implemented C. depicting – revolutionary decapitating – mandated D. captivating – economical
A. B. 14 A. B. 15
D. C. D.
safety for by
Duterte was Mayor of Davao City, a highly _________________ city on Mindanao island, for seven _________________, totaling more than 22 years. cultivated - sessions C. institutionalized – proceedings urbanized - terms D. emphasized – dynasties
A. B.
Benigno Simeon Aquino was ________________ into office as the fifteenth President of the Philippines, succeeding Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. placed C. sworn assigned D. engulfed
16
The COMELEC’s principal role is to ____________ all laws and regulations relative to the
A. B.
conduct of elections in the Philippines. enforce apprehend
17 A. B.
By saying that coffee would keep her awake, Mary ____________ that she didn't want any. designated C. implicated preferred D. assimilated
18 A. B.
She was in _____________________ pain after the accident. impish C. relieving excruciating D. destitute
19 A. B.
We are unable to _____________ with your request, our training is still in progress. apply C. imply comply D. supply
20
It took me 1 hour and 45 minutes into the movie to see the ______________ where the
C. D.
comprehend increment
A. B.
main character explained all the twists of the story. denouement C. enigma dilemma D. enema
21 A. B.
We ______________ our sub-leader for his courageous actions and great tactical planning. comment C. amend lament D. commend
22 A. B.
The critiques asked the researchers a lot of ___________________ questions. permanent C. pertinent sentiment D. parliament
23 A. B.
He had a remarkable ______________ for doing calculations. altitude C. longitude aptitude D. solitude
24 A. B.
Protesters tried to storm ministry buildings but they were ______________ by police. rendered C. repulsed reposed D. refuted
25 A. B.
The man had to ______________ his beloved wife about her unnecessary expenditures. displace C. dismantle dispute D. distract
Logical Reasoning
1
Here are some intercepted words translated from a foreign signal: Handu kop – attack Manila Brong kop – attack today Jun handu koi – Go to Manila tomorrow Duk jun handu – We are going to Manila What would be the translation for “ Duk handu kop koi ”?
A. B.
We are in Manila today. We will attack Manila tomorrow.
2
Here are some words translated from a coded language. Tok prang – deliver tomorrow Woi rayon – no package Woi toko – no delivery What could Tok rayon kuku translate to? Deliver the package today. C. There are no deliveries tomorrow. No deliveries today. D. Deliver the package tomorrow.
A. B. 3 A. B.
C. D.
Attack Manila today. Go to Manila tonight.
An EWE is cheaper than an SGH. An SGH is cheaper than an LKH. Which is the most expensive? EWE C. LKH SGH D. cannot be determined
4 A. B. 5 A. B. 6 A. B. 7
In a picture, Al is to the left of Ben. Ben is to the left of Carl. Who is in the middle of the picture? Al C. Carl Ben D. cannot be determined Mr. Kung is 400 meters away from Mr. Yin. If Mr. Wang is 500 meters away from Mr. Yin, how far is Mr. Wang from Mr. Kung? 900 meters C. 300 meters 100 meters D. cannot be determined The igong is heavier than the lakung . The kippeng is lighter than the igong . Which of them is the lightest? igong C. kippeng lakung D. cannot be determined Here are some words translated from an artificial language. Kirbi yako means yellow hat Porto rapa means flower garden Wim porto means garden salad Which could mean "yellow flower?”
A. B.
Porto yako Kirbi rapa
8 A. B.
It takes 5 minutes to cook a hard-boiled egg. How long will it take to cook 12 hardboiled eggs? 5 minutes C. 60 minutes 12 minutes D. 30 minutes
9 A. B.
What comes next? AZ, BY, CX, DW, _____ EU ET
C. D.
EV EW
10 A. B.
AB LM MN
C. D.
NO OP
11 A. B.
J, F, M, A, M, J, ____ J M
C. D.
F A
12 A. B.
What comes next? ↑ → → ↓ ↓ ↓ ← ← ← ____ ↑ C. ↓ D.
→ ←
DE
C. D.
GH
Wim rapa Wim yako
JK
