PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

1. Who are considered teachers according to PD 1006 that need to take the board exam?
I. Elementary teachers
II. Secondary teachers
III. Guidance counselors
IV. Librarians

A. I and II only
B. I, II, III, and IV
C. I, II, and III
D. III and IV
Correct Answer: B
2. Are vocational teachers required of professional license?
A. Only if they teach in regular schools
B. Yes
C. No
D. Only if they have less than 5 years of teaching experience
Correct Answer: B
3. Who are considered teachers according to RA 7836 that need to take the board exam?
I. Elementary teachers
II. Secondary teachers III. Guidance counselors
IV. Librarians
A. I and Il
B. I, II, Ill and IV
C. I,II, and III
D. Ill and IV
Answer: A

4. Baby, an English graduate, would like to take the LET this year. However, she had countless records
of being brought to the police headquarters for drinking too much and causing trouble on the streets. She
was not convicted after these scenes. Will she be allowed to take the exam?
A. Yes, it is her privilege to do so
B. No, she went to prison countless times
C. Yes, she has not been convicted by final judgment
D. No, binge drinking is a crime
Correct Answer: C
5. Cheska has not practiced her profession for five years. How many refresher units should she take
before she is allowed to teach?
A. 12
B. 16
C. 14
D. 18
Correct Answer: A
6. Can a failed examinee qualify for the position of para-teacher?
A. No
B. Yes, all failed examinees can
C. Yes, if LET rating is below 75
D. Yes, if LET rating is 70 and above
Correct Answer: D
7. Which of the following is needed by law in order to have a license to teach?
A. Membership in a national organization
B. Centers of excellence
C. Passing a licensure examination
D. Creation of CHED and DepEd
Correct Answer: C
8. Can Manny Pacquiao be given a special permit to teach boxing in school?
A. No, he is not a teacher education graduate
B. No, he has not passed the LET
C. Yes, he is a graduate of ALS
D. Yes, he has excelled and gained international recognition
Correct Answer: D
9. Is a membership to any national professional organization of teachers, like PAFTE, required for all
LET passers?
A. No
B. Yes, when the teachers are already teaching.
C. Yes.
D. Only for LET passers who are not repeaters.
Answer: A
10. Teacher C has been teaching for 7 straight years and therefore qualifies for a study leave with pay for
1 year. Should she pursue it, how much pay is she entitled to receive?
A. 50%
B. 70%
C. 60%
D. 100%
Correct Answer: C
11. What Teacher R was asked by her Principal to teach pre-school class in addition to her regular class
hours. What will be her additional compensation?
A. Basic salary
B. Performance rating
C. Years of service
D. Regular salary + 25% of basic pay
Correct Answer: D
12. Teacher N wants to continue with her study leave for another six months after completing a school
year. Could she be allowed?
A. Yes, if grades are excellent
B. Yes, but without compensation
C. No, other teachers deserve the opportunity
D. No, it must not exceed one year
Correct Answer: B
13. Teacher D is assigned in rural area; Teacher E in a poor community; Teacher F in a hazardous area;
and Teacher G in a place where standard of living is high. Who is entitled to a hardship allowance?
A. Teacher D (rural)
B. Teacher E (poor community)
C. Teacher F (hazardous area)
D. Teacher G (high standard of living)
Correct Answer: C
14. Who is covered by RA 4670 (Magna Carta for Teachers)?
A. All levels
B. All public elementary teachers
C. All public and private school teachers
D. Public elementary and secondary teachers
Correct Answer: D
15. According to RA 4670, what is the regular teaching load of public school teachers?
A. 8 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 6–8 hours
D. 4 hours
Correct Answer: B
16. RA 10912, otherwise known as the Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016, mandates
HOW MANY ORIGINAL CPD UNITS for the professional teacher's renewal of professional identification
card every three years?
A. 45
B. 40
C. 16
D. 30
Correct Answer: A

17. Teacher G, a Christian Living teacher, puts so much significance on values development and faith.
What could be her educational philosophy?
A. Idealism
B. Pragmatism
C. Progressivism
D. Realism
Correct Answer: A
18. Teacher N sees to it that her classroom is clean and orderly so her pupils will less likely disarrange
seats and litter on the floor. On which thought is her action based?
A. Reconstructionism
B. Existentialism
C. Progressivism
D. Behaviorism
Correct Answer: D
19. Scouting and Citizen's Army training (CAT) give training in character-building, citizenship training,
etc. which leads to the construction of a new social order and a new society eventually. What philosophy
supports this?
A. Existentialism
B. Perrenialism
C. Progressivism
D. Social Reconstructionism
Correct Answer: D
20. This school of thought prided themselves on listening to learners and on allowing them to make their
own choices.
A. Pragmatist
B. Realist
C. Existentialist
D. Reconstructionist
Correct Answer: C
21. The teacher believes that it is better to use the old and traditional methods than to experiment with
new techniques in classroom teaching. She is a/an
A. Hedonist
B. Existentialist
C. Progressivist
D. Essentialist
Correct Answer: D
22. Role Which of the following best describes the role of a teacher from a perennialist's perspective?
A. To expose the learner to basic information about Science and Math
B. To reveal the wisdom of the ages such as those contained in the Bible/Qur'an
C. To teach learners have values
D. To let students rationalize information
Correct Answer: B
23. Which of the following encompasses all these concepts: Internet, Computers, Gadgets?
a. Technology
b. Internet
c. Computers
d. Gadgets
✅ Answer: a. Technology
24. Which collaborative tool will help track each member's contribution in a group project?
a. Internet
b. Skype
c. Wikispace
d. Online Tool
✅ Answer: c. Wikispace
25. Ms. Sheena dreams of inviting a famous speaker from another country but cannot afford the travel
expenses. How can she integrate technology so her class can hear the speaker?
a. Podcasting
b. Instant Messaging
c. Web Conferencing
d. Distance Communication
✅ Answer: c. Web Conferencing
26. Which tool is appropriate for helping students create or produce something novel?
a. Twitter
b. Podcasting
c. iBooks
d. TeacherKit
✅ Answer: c. iBooks
27. Which of the following materials is appropriate for students who are hard of hearing?
a. Podcast
b. Pictures
c. Audio Recording
d. Videos with captions
✅ Answer: d. Videos with captions
28. How can you best teach the concept of digital citizenship to your students?
a. Let them know their digital rights
b. Ask them to memorize digital laws
c. Teach them how to observe netiquette
d. Inform them about cybercrimes
✅ Answer: c. Teach them how to observe netiquette
29. What element of digital citizenship is demonstrated when students buy books and school supplies
online during the pandemic?
a. Digital Access
b. Digital Communication
c. Digital Commerce
d. Digital Security
✅ Answer: c. Digital Commerce
30. Which material is appropriate for presenting visual information containing pictures and charts about
COVID-19?
a. Slide Presentation
b. Blog
c. Infographic
d. Google Form
✅ Answer: c. Infographic
31. In which area of learning has technology made the most impact?
a. Distance Learning
b. Face-to-Face Learning
c. On-the-Job Learning
d. Blended Learning
✅ Answer: a. Distance Learning
32. Which of the following tools is NOT appropriate for online learning?
a. Modules
b. Video Conferencing Tools
c. Online Productivity Tools
d. Learning Management System
✅ Answer: a. Modules
33. Which of the following is NOT a learning management system?
a. Moodle
b. Google
c. Schoology
d. Edmodo
✅ Answer: b. Google
34. Teacher Carla produces a digital story for her class. Which element of digital citizenship is
demonstrated?
a. Digital Communication
b. Digital Literacy
c. Digital Access
d. Digital Rights and Responsibilities
✅ Answer: b. Digital Literacy
35. Teacher B loves reading books anywhere. Which format allows him to read conveniently on his
phone?
a. Printed Books
b. Electronic Books
c. Audio Books
d. Webpages
✅ Answer: b. Electronic Books
36. What is the hallmark of professionals?
A. Topping in the board examination
B. Earning a Ph.D. degree
C. Conducting researchers
D. Complying with norms of conduct and possessing technical skills
37. Who would most likely agree with the statement "To be truly ethical, a person must have the experience
of sustained responsibility for the welfare of others"?
A. Fowler
B. Schaie
C. Piaget
D. Kohlberg
38. Mencius believed that all people were born good. This thought on the innate goodness of people makes
it easier to _____ our pupils.
A. Motivate
B. Respect
C. Like
D. teach
39. What is the legal basis of shared governance in basic education?
A. RA 7160
B. RA 9942
C. RA 9155
D. RA 7844
40. In her desire to motivate students to study very well, Teacher Elsa posted the scores of all her
students at the end of the periodic test. Is the act in accordance with ethical principles?
A. No, it violates the principle of confidentiality of scores and grades.
B. Yes, Teacher Elsa had a very good intention, i.e. to motivate students to study well.
C. Yes, scores are not yet the grades anyway.
D. Yes, if the scores are high and no, if the scores are low.
41. All learning should center on the child's interests and needs. The school should be a pleasant place
for learning. Its emphasis is on the child as the learner and not on subject matter, on activities and
experience than on textbook. Which philosophy is described?
A. Progressivism
B. Reconstructionism
C. Perennialism
D. Pragmatism
42. When we teach our objections to fatalism and determinism, our thought goes with
A. Existentialism
B. Stoicism
C. Skepticism
D. Humanism

43. Which is an offshoot of the fourth pillar of learning "learning to live together'?
A. Schools teach respect for diversity.
B. Schools show concern what happens to children after they leave school.
C. Schools celebrate United Nations Week.
D. Schools teach care for the environment.
44. The ascetic way of life is an influence of which thought?
A. Hindu
B. Shintoist
C. Islamic
D. Taoist

45. Republic Act. No. 8491 is known as the "Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines." This Act
declares that " reverence and respect shall at all times be accorded the flag, the anthem, and other
national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express the principles of
sovereignty and national solidarity." Flags which have become worn out through wear and teal shall
be
A. thrown away
B. solemnly burned
C. kept in storage section
D. washed, and given to schools without flags
46. The basic policy of the Education of 1982 or Batas Pambansa Blg. 232 is to establish and maintain a
complete, adequate and integrated system of education relevant to the goals of national development.
Which of the following is NOT covered by this Act?
A. Private schools
B. Literacy classes
C. Sunday schools
D. Multigrade classes

47. A teacher shall behave with honor and dignity at all times. What activities should he/she refrain from
indulging?
I. Gambling
II. Smoking
III. Illicit relations
IV. Lotto betting

A. I only
В. І, IІ, ІІІ
C. II, III, IV
D. III only

48. Which is /are in accordance with the principle of pedagogical competence?

I. Communication of objectives of the course to students
II. Awareness of alternative instructional strategies
III. Selection of appropriate methods of instruction
A. I, Il and III
B. II and III
C. III only
D. I and III

49. Quality teaching thrives in strong Professional Learning Communities (PLC). What characterizes a
PLC?
I. Collegial interchange
II. Complicated conversation
III. Building blocks
IV. Reflective inquiry

A. I, II, III, IV
B. Il and IlI
C. II, III, IV
D. I and IV

50. The K to 12 Curriculum is grounded on the constructivist philosophy of education. Who then is the
ideal teacher?
A. One who considers learners as passive recipients of information
B. One who enables learners to become discoverers of knowledge
C. One who makes learners depend totally on her/him
D. One who is a "know-all" and instills knowledge into the minds of learners
51. To earn MA units for promotion you pay your tuition fee but don't attend class at all. Does this help
you grow professionally?
A. No, it is simply earning MA units for promotion.
B. Not immediately but yes once I get promoted.
C. Yes, just enrolling in an MA program is already professional growth.
D. It depends on the school I am enrolled in.
52. Centralization: Education Act of 1901, as decentralization: _____.
A. Republic Act 9155
B. Republic Act 9293
C. Republic Act 7836
D. Republic Act 7722

53. As provided for in Article II, Sec. 17 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, "to foster patriotism,
accelerate social progress, and promote total human liberation, the state shall give priority" to the
following EXCEPT
A. education
B. science and technology
C. arts, culture, and sports
D. value formation

54. Which philosophy proclaims the spiritual nature of man and stresses that the human spirit, soul or
mind are the most important elements in life?
A. Essentialism
B. Realism
C. Perennialism
D. Idealism

55. From whose teaching is the study and passing on of tradition emphasized?
A. Mohammed's
B. Confucius's
C. Lao tsu's
D. Buddha's

56. Which philosophy emphasizes the authority of the teachers and the value of subject matter
curriculum?
A. Essentialism
B. Idealism
C. Perennialism
D. Realism

57. The teacher's responsibility includes observing and following the principles of behavior in all
relationships with others. Premium shall be placed on _____.
A. honesty and integrity
В. interpersonal relationship
C. self-respect and self-discipline
D. intrapersonal relationship

58. Maharlika University prescribed conditions for student admission. Does it have the right to deny
admission to a student?
A. No, because education is right.
B. No, because everyone must be given access to schools.
C. Yes, in the name of academic freedom.
D. Yes, for the sake of the University's excellent performance.

59. "The highest happiness is the contemplative use of the mind", said Plato. Therefore, let us give more
opportunities for our students to do
A. Introspection
B. cooperative learning
C. social interaction
D. role playing

60. Science Teacher M explains global climactic changes as a result of man's abuse of nature. His
explanation is backed up by the _____ philosophy.
A. Hindu
B. Taoist
C. Confucianist
D. Buddhist

61. Which is the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013?

A. RA 10533
B. RA 10157
C. RA 8371
D. RA 10647
 62. "Specialization is knowing more and more about less and less". Then it is better to be a generalist,
claims Teacher Lani. On which philosophy does Teacher Lani lean?
A. Perennialism
B. Progressivism
C. Essentialism
D. Existentialism

63. The Education Act of 1982 categorically states that it is a teacher's _____ "to refrain from making
deductions in scholastic ratings for acts that are clearly not manifestations of poor scholarship."
A. obligation
B. right
C. prerogative
D. responsibility

64. On which philosophical foundations is reflective teaching grounded?

I. Plato's contemplation of eternal truths
II. Aristotle's basic method of inquiry
III. Rationalists' superiority of reason

A. I, Il and III
B. Il and III
C. I and III
D. I and II

65. Article XIII of the Code of Ethics stipulates that the evaluation of the learner's work should be based
on merit and quality of academic
A. marks
B. evaluation
C. performance
D. results

66. Confucius asserted that in teaching there should be no distinction of classes. Confucius' teaching is in
support of _____.
A. Education for all (EFA)
B. Moral Recovery Program
C. Back-to-the-basics
D. Values Education

67. From the existentialist point of view, schools exist for children to _____.
A. develop their cognitive and metacognitive powers to the fullest
B. know themselves and their place in society
C. re-engineer society
D. acquire productive skills

68. When we convince our students that pleasure is not the only good in life, we object to the teachings
of
A. Skepticism
B. Stoicism
C. Epicureanism
D. Humanism

69. Teacher Tess is directed to pass an undeserving student with a death threat. Which advice will a
hedonist give?
A. Pass the student. That will be of use to the student, his parents and you
B. Pass the student. Why suffer the threat?
C. Don't pass him. Live by your principle of justice. You will get reward, if not in this life, in the next!
D. Don't pass him. You surely will not like someone to give you a death threat in order to pass.

70. Which emphasized on non-violence as the path to true peace as discussed in peace education?
A. Buddhism
B. Hinduism
C. Shintoism
D. Taoism

71. The Code of Ethics stipulates that the accountability of teachers includes his/her participation in
_____.

A. community linkages
B. teaching of religion
C. political activities
D. continuing professional education
 72. Teacher Dina is directed to pass an undeserving student with a death threat. Which advice will a
utilitarian give?
A. Pass the student. That will be of use to the student, his parents and you
B. Pass the student. Why suffer the threat?
C. Don't pass him. Live by your principle of justice. You will get reward, if not in this life, in the next!
D. Don't pass him. You surely will not like someone to give you a death threat in order to pass.

73. In time of war, soldiers must be ready to give up their lives in defense of the nation. Which principle
is applied?
A. Nobler person- God before man
B. Closer relationship- Friends before strangers
C. More common good- Public safety before private safety
D. Wider social order- Family before individual

74. Child A has been causing so much trouble since the start of the school year that Teacher G whipped
him on the buttocks. Was Teacher G acting in accordance with the Family Code?
A. Yes, because the child must be taught how to be a part of a family.
B. No, however, this case is an exception.
C. Yes, because the child seems extraordinary in behavior.
D. No, in no case shall a teacher inflict corporal punishment upon the child.

75. In R.A. 7836, otherwise known as the Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994, what
collegial body has the power to revoke the certificate of registration (license) of teachers after due
process?
A. Board of Teachers Education
B. Board of Alliance of Concerned Teacher
C. Board for Professional Teachers
D. Board of Teacher Examiners

76. The practice of non-graded instruction stems from?

A. existentialism
B. reconstructionism
C. essentialism
D. progressivism
 77. The language problem was identified in the studies and surveys conducted as early as 1929. The
proposal to solve the problem is the use of the _____ for instruction from Grades 1 to 3.
A. Vernacular
B. first language
C. second language
D. mother tongue

78. Scaffolding is integral to the _____ theory of learning.

A. behaviorist
B. existentialist
C. essentialist
D. constructivist

79. You make full use of the question-and-answer method as a model for discussion. Who
championed/advocated the question-and-answer method?
A. Socrates
B. Mencius
C. Lao tzu
D. Mohammed

80. Which is NOT an element of a high-morale environment?

A. Support personal growth
B. Develop prejudice for a group
C. Foster sense of accomplishment
D. Promote sense of belonging

81. Which legal basis guides the hiring of new teachers in the public schools?
A. Localization Law
B. Professionalization Law
C. Magna Carta for Women
D. Magna Carta for Public School Teachers

82. What produces the condition for excellent team performance?

A. disciplined action
В. team norms
C. complementarity of team members
D. members' selflessness and dedication

83. According to Plato, "the best life is one of contemplation of eternal truths." What is an application of
this thought in the classroom?
A. Make students and teachers reflect on their learning.
B. Take reflective students as anti-social and unmotivated.
C. Emphasize on the use of the five senses.
D. Begin your classes with a prayer.

84. Which is NOT a domain of the NCBTS?

A. Learning Environment
B. Alternative learning
C. Diversity of Learners
D. Social Regard for Learning

85. If your students appear to be more interested in a topic outside your planned lesson for the day, you
set aside your lesson plan for that day and grab the opportunity to discuss the topic of particular
interest to your students. Strike the iron while it is hot! Which philosophy governs your actions?
A. Progressivism
B. Rationalism
C. Empiricism
D. Existentialism

86. Jerome Bruner taught that curriculum should revisit basic ideas and build on them, until the student
grasps the full formal concept. Which curriculum is referred to?
A. Spiral curriculum
B. Re-structured curriculum
C. Basic curriculum
D. Hidden curriculum

87. Which type of assessment is in accordance with the ethical principle of student assessment?

I. Valid
II. Reliable
II. Electronically done
A. I and II
B. Il and III
C. I, II and III
D. I and IlI

88. The stress on meritocracy was a strong influence of _____ teaching

A. Shintoist
В. Confucian
C. Buddhist
D. Taoist

89. Teacher Maria sees to it that her classroom is clean and orderly so her pupils will less likely
disarrange seats and litter on the floor. On which thought is her action based?
A. Behaviorism
B. Existentialism
C. Progressivism
D. Reconstructionism

90. Who should teach religion?

A. Designated instructors by the religious authorities
B. Designated regular teachers in the school
C. Contractual teachers hired by the local government
D. Part time teachers paid by the PTA

91. Which curricular move(s) served to strengthen spiritual and ethical values?
A. Reducing the number of subject areas into the skill subjects
B. Re-introducing Science as a subject in Grade I
C. Introduction of Values Education as a separate learning area
D. Integration of creative thinking in all subjects
92. A teacher shall transact all official business through ______.
A. negotiations
B. channels
C. anonymosity
D. contracts
 93. On whose teaching is the performance of rituals or ceremonies in schools rooted?
A. Lao tsu's
B. Buddha's
C. Confucius's
D. Mohammed's

94. The official title of the Philippine National Anthem is

A. Bayang Magiliw
B. Alab ng Puso
C. Lupang Hinirang
D. Pilipinas kong Mahal

94. Which domain in the National Competency - Based Standard (NCBTS) uphold: gender sensitivity?
A. Social Regard for Learning
В. Learning Environment
C. Diversity of Learners
D. Community Linkages'

95. The encouragement of spontaneity in the classroom is in line with the teaching of
A. Lao tsu
B. Mencius
C. Confucius
D. Mohammed

96. A country's values education program is based on the philosophy of "understanding the human
person." This philosophy is best illustrated by a curriculum that is _____.
A. learner-centered
B. driven by spirituality
C. focused on social needs
D. prescribed by teachers

97. When a case of child abuse is filed by parents what law is applied?
A. Republic Act 7610
B. Republic Act 7863
C. Republic Act 7422
D. Republic Act 7650

98. The Philippine Constitution mandates that "religion shall be allowed to be taught in the public
elementary and high schools. What is required from parents/guardians for the learners to attend
religious instruction?

A. Verbal permit
В. Written permit
C. Text permit
D. No permit needed

99. The establishment of kindergarten classes, elementary and high schools, and higher institutions of
learning point to which characteristic of the Philippine educational system?

A. Relevant
B. Complete
C. Integrative
D. Accessible

100. That the quality of Philippine education is declining was the result of a study by EDCOM
which recommended _____ teachers and teaching.

A. Regulate
B. Professionalize
C. Strengthen
D. Improve