PRACTICE TEST FOR NQESH 2013

DIRECTIONS: Read each item carefully. Choose the best answer from the given choices.
1. The enriched curriculum is really about “enriching the learning environment learning experiences
and teaching approaches” (Renzulli and Reis, 2007) in the school. Enrichment learning and
teaching are based on the following four principles EXCEPT:
A. Each learner is unique
B. Learning is a one way process
C. Learning is more effective when students enjoy what they are doing.
D. Learning is more meaningful and enjoyable when content and process are learned in the
context of a real and present problem.
E. The acquisition of knowledge and skills are enhanced when students construct their own
meaning through knowledge and skills application
Consider the paragraph below to answer the question #2

Imagine a classroom of students listening to a storyteller. During the storytelling a group of

students shows obvious enthusiasm and interest and so spends an additional hour learning
storytelling techniques. Consequently one student decides that she’d like to create her own
story to share at the city’s storytelling festival. In writing the story, she discovers she needs
more information about her chosen topic and considers the design of a costume.

2. According to Renzulli and Reis (2007). Type I enrichment extends the regular curriculum by
providing students a wide range of experiences and activities in order to introduce a variety of
exciting areas of interest. In what sentences can we find Type I enrichment?
A. 1, 2
B. 2, 3
C. 3, 4
D. 1, 4
E. 2,3
3. Type II enrichment covers activities designed for specific students who are interested to develop
skills that are beyond what the regular curriculum and Type I enrichment curriculum could offer.
The enrichment activities focus on thinking and feeling skills necessary to carry out investigations.
How can your teacher implement Type II enrichment?
A. Simply by supporting students who want to deal with advanced, differentiated, or remedial
content.
B. Ask your teachers to include in their lesson plans relevant topics, hobbies, persons, places and
events that would not ordinarily be covered in the regular lesson plan.
C. You and your teacher should support students who want to assume the role of first-hand
inquirer.
D. Used enrichment activity is the holding of remedial classes for particular students to address
their learning needs/gaps.
E. Provide opportunities for applying interests, knowledge, creative ideas, and task commitment
to self-selected problems.
4. In which situation the students produce their own products.
A. Mr. Labidin learned about some students’ interest in astronomy. To support their interest and
hoping that their inquisitiveness will be harnessed as research skills, he made arrangements
for their visit to the astronomical observatory at the local university.
B. Mr. Arandela’s G7 class holds a field trip to the National Science Museum in Bangkok.
C. Second year students gather around their computer subject teacher who gives tips on making
highly animated Power Point Presentation after class hours.
D. A group of students from different year levels worked together to hold an Environmentalist-
Music Festival that showcases musical instruments that they created from recycled materials
E. Dr. Daravone networked with an amateur artists’ association to help her G7 students
participate in an original arts exhibition.
5. Evaluating the enrichment curriculum will enable you and your teachers to find out whether the
enrichment was successful and how challenges may be addressed. What are the three ways which
you can assess the enriched curriculum?
I. Have a committee review the enriched curriculum implementation. This is done to
provide an opportunity for discussion and improvement,
II. Conduct a general assembly in order to involve all the stakeholders in the community
III. Obtain constructive feedback from colleagues or peers who observed the
implementation
IV. Seek student feedback occasionally to determine student perceptions on the
enrichment program’s quality and effectiveness
A. I, II, III
B. II, III, IV
C. I, III, V
D. III, IV, V
6. Miss Vergara, a Biology teacher wants to teach the parts of a cell but cannot do so effectively
because her school does not have microscope for this purpose. What curriculum is involve?
A. Political perspective
B. Technical perspective
C. Cultural perspective
D. Aesthetic perspective
E. Personal perspective
7. There are four basic tasks in curriculum leadership EXCEPT
A. Ensuring curriculum quality and applicability
B. Integrating and aligning the curriculum
C. Implementing the curriculum effectively
D. Formulating educational philosophy to align the curriculum
E. Regularly evaluating, enriching, and updating the curriculum
8. Mr. Mo is a principal in primary school in Alupihan. He makes a list of five things for him to do that
day. Which of them directly affecting the instructional process?
A. Meet with the PTA about the construction of basketball court
B. Observe Mrs. Sadili, Mathematics G7 at 10:00 AM
C. Send out solicitation letters to alumni for school feeding
D. Inspect school grounds
E. Announce the upcoming visit of Educational Program Supervisor
9. Mr. Po is a school head in Quezon. He is very businesslike in handling his role. He is known for
having clear, long range policies and goals for his school and he works hard to translate the goals
to reality. He makes decision in terms of what is best for students, not necessary the easiest or
what will make teachers happy. Mr. Po has strong expectations of both students and teachers. He
is always prepared to assume leadership and will make things happen if they were in the best
interest of the school. If you were to describe Mr. Po, his leadership style would be that of.
A. A Manager
B. An Initiator
C. A Responder
D. A Facilitator
E. A Critic
10. Mr. Han is very good in providing basic support to his staff. He keeps teachers informed about
decisions and always sensitive to their need. He is teacher-centered and defends them from
unreasonable external request. He does not typically initiate change but will follow through if given
a high priority by others. Describe him.
A. A Critic
B. A Manager
C. A Responder
D. An Initiator
E. A Facilitator
11. Which of the following actions of a principal describe him/her as A Responder?
I. Allow teachers and others to lead in decision making because they are professionals
II. Strive for a strong personal relationship with the school staff.
III. Do not focus on long term plans but rather make decision in terms of immediate issues.
IV. Be flexible and make changes at short notice to solve immediate problems.
V. Implement central and regional directions and policies to suit the needs of the school.
A. I, II, III, IV
B. II, III, IV, V
C. III, IV, V, I
D. II, III, V
E. II, IV
12. Bridging Leadership is the new type of leadership that is appropriate in promoting multi-stakeholder
processes to address complex issues. It is about leading collaborative action to bring about social
change. It involves the following segments EXCEPT:
A. Ownership
B. Co-ownership
C. Creation
D. Co-creation
13. Which of the following segments of Bridging Leadership involves the creation of sense of
awareness on the importance of collaborative work and developing process of dialogue and conflict
management to build trust and develop a common response to the situation
A. Ownership
B. Co-ownership
C. Creation
D. Co-creation
14. There are three core partnering principles that have recurred time and again in cross sector
partnerships in many different parts of the world, EXCEPT:
A. Challenge
B. Equity
C. Transparency
D. Mutual benefit
15. The following are the possible indicators of effective school level management. EXCEPT:
A. Instructional supplies are ordered and arrive on time
B. Teachers come to school on time
C. Decrepit school facilities
D. Teachers have copies of syllabi
E. The school has a functional parent-teacher-community association
16. Mr. Domingo turns down a bribe from a local textbook and equipment and informs his teachers
about the incident for them to be wary of unscrupulous people in the community. What type of
transformational behaviors he exhibits?
A. Idealized Influence
B. Inspirational Motivation
C. Intellectual Stimulation
D. Individualized consideration
E. Transparency in action
17. What concepts promote a fair and ethical learning environment?
A. Recognizing diversity and developing programs to help students understand diversity.
B. Ignoring diversity
C. Using community resources
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
18. Which actions help develop, implement and maintain a school’s culture?
A. School culture does not need to be maintained
B. Implementing teacher enrichment programs
C. Expecting students, teachers and parents to accept policies without discussion
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
19. Credible community resources include:
A. Corporate mentoring programs
B. Community organizations offering counselling and emergency assistance
C. Food banks, job centers, police and fire departments.
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
20. Why is effective communication with the community important?
A. Everyone is impacted by the same social and economic influences
B. Education does not need the support of local business
C. Diversity affects the community
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
21. Results from recognizing the importance of diversity in education may include:
A. Students from certain cultures are incapable of learning
B. Enables students to function in a complex society
C. Higher grades
D. All of the above
E. None of these
22. Who should be involved in strategic planning for the district?
A. Students
B. School board, teachers and parents
23. Critical elements that should be considered when planning the curriculum include:
A. Does it include the fundamentals?
B. Does the subject matter progress logically?
C. Does it recognize and respect the diversity of the community?
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
24. Which step does not belong in an effective decision-making process?
A. Define the problem
B. Demand compliance without sufficient explanation
C. List options
D. Develop possible solutions
E. None of the above
25. Professional development for teachers should:
A. Include most current methods, message and media
B. Be fun and enjoyable
C. Be completed in a short amount of time
D. Be developed by the Board of Education
E. All of the above
26. Why should technology be incorporated into the learning environment?
A. It is fun for the students
B. It is an integral and powerful part of today’s world
C. Students love to use a computer
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
27. Under DepEd Order No. 83 s. 2012, the Revised School-Based Management (SBM) Assessment
tool is guided by the four principles of ACCEs (A Cild-and Community-Centered Education System)
on leadership and governance. EXCEPT:
A. Principle of Solidarity of all Stakeholders
B. Principle of Collective Leadership and Governance
C. Principle of Community-Based Learning
D. Principle of Accountability for Performance and Results
E. Principle of Convergence to Harness Resources for Education
28. In what level of SBM practice the Talolong National High School if it introduces and sustains
continuous improvement process that integrates wider community participation and improve
significantly performance and learning outcomes.
A. Developing
B. Maturing
C. Advanced
D. Exempted
E. Accelerated
29. In the revised SBM Assessment Tool, the four principles were assigned percentage weights on the
basis of their relative importance to the aim of the school. Which is not true?
A. Leadership and Governance – 30%
B. Curriculum and Learning – 30%
C. Stakeholders Participation- 25%
D. Accountability and Continuous Improvement-25%
30. DepEd Order No. 63 s. 2011 contains the description of Department of Education official seal.
These are Shield, Two Sea Lions and Open Book and Lighted Torch. What the two Lions
represents.
A. DepEd as a caring and nurturing institution
B. Leadership and excellence
C. Quest for knowledge
D. Philippine archipelago
E. Open book over a plate
31. Every Child A Reader Program (ECARP) is a national program that addresses the thrust of the
DepEd to make every child a reader at his/her grade level. ECARP implemented through the
following components:
I. Reading Recovery (RR)
II. Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI)
III. Regional Reading Recovery Centers (RRRCs)
IV. Philippine Word List in English (PWLE)
A. I, II, III
B. I, II, IV
C. II, III, IV
D. I, III, IV
32. DepEd Order No. 73, s. 2012 or the Guidelines and Rating of Learning Outcomes under the K to
12 Basic Education Curriculum the Levels of Learning Outcomes are the following EXCEPT
A. Knowledge
B. Process or Skills
C. Valuing
D. Understanding
E. Products/Performance
33. Based on the Guidelines and Rating of Learning Outcomes under the K to 12 Basic Education
Curriculum, which of the following levels of learning outcomes has the lowest percentage weight?
A. Knowledge
B. Process or Skills
C. Understanding
D. Products/Performance
E. None of the above
34. Maria is a G7 student of Maliwanag National High School. She has developed the fundamental
knowledge and skills and core understandings and with little guidance from the teachers and/or
with some assistance from peers can transfer her understandings through authentic performance
task in what level of proficiency she ha?
A. Beginning
B. Proficient
C. Approaching Proficiency
D. Developing
E. Advance
35. Francisco Pangan got D or Developing level of proficiency last Third grading period. What is the
equivalent numerical value of it?
A. 74% and below
B. 75-79
C. 80-84
D. 85-89
E. 90 and above
36. Mother Tongue is a generic and international terms that refers to the first language (L1) or home
language of a child. It is a language subject that aims to develop the literacy, cognitive and
reasoning skills of a pupil. Listed below are the four aspects of development of ML EXCEPT:
A. Language development via small large activities on oral language for extensive use and
deeper understanding of the language and child’s confidence on the use of language in
academic oral and written discourse.
B. Cognitive development via art of questioning that will encourage higher order thinking skills of
not only the student but also the teacher.
C. Academic via small and group activities on vocabulary development using concept maps,
diagram, and others.
D. Enhance the existing media of communication via modification of the curriculum for the higher
education.
E. Socio-cultural Development via use of local and indigenized for relevance for students’
background and deeper understanding of the concept.
37. DepEd Order No. 70 s. 2012 or the Guidelines on the Preparation of Daily Lessons states:
Teachers who have been in the service for more than two years shall not be required to prepare
detailed lesson plans (DLPs) they may adopt the Daily Lesson Logs (DLLs). What are the contents
of DLLs?
A. Lesson, Procedure, Remarks, other activities
B. Lesson, Learning Materials, Remarks, Other activities
C. Lesson, Learning Strategies, Remarks, Other activities
D. Lesson, Learning Strategies, Assessment, Other activities
E. Lesson, Learning Strategies, Assessment, Assignment
38. It is a process to “streamline” and modify the grade-level curriculum by eliminating material that
students have previously learned:
A. Curriculum compacting
B. Shadowing of Curriculum
C. Textualizing the Curriculum
D. Curriculum Enhancement
E. Localization of the curriculum
39. The announcement of honor pupils/students after the final results have been duly recommend and
approved by the school head and or School Division Superintendent respectively but not later than:
A. Five days before the Recognition/Commencement Exercises
B. Twenty days before the Recognition/Commencement Exercises
C. One month before the Recognition/Commencement Exercises
40. The revised criteria in the selection of Brigada Eskwela Best School Implementations to be
implemented starting School Year 2012-2013 are the following EXCEPT
A. Percentage of student learning outcome
B. Scope of work, repair and maintenance completed based on SIP
C. Volunteer diversity and participation
D. Impact of Brigada skwela
E. Resource Generated
41. Automatic upgrading of position for Eligible Public School Teachers is granted to Teacher I who
have rendered:
A. 10 years and below
B. 10 years and above
C. 15 years
D. 20 years and above
E. All of the above
42. It refers to the portions of time during which students are paying attention to a learning task and
attempting to learn.
A. School Time
B. Allocated Time
C. Engaged Time
D. Academic Learning Time
43. Mr. Ramos the school principal assumes that this staffs are committed to their assigned task,
therefore they jointly decide how to manage the specific task and implement the school program.
He emphasizes that there is a need to reach consensus on all directions. Which of the following
role of a leader is practiced by Mr. Ramos?
I. Supporting leader
II. Coaching leader
III. Directive leader
IV. Delegating leader
A. I only
B. I and II only
C. I, II and III
D. I, II, III and IV
44. The deped.gov.ph email account is institutionalized in order to strengthen the sense of identity
among Department of Education employees, acting in their capacity as employees, educators, and
representatives of the agency. They shall thus identity with a government agency dedicated to the
public service f providing quality Education and the propagation of quality character in the Filipino
people. What are the personal information needed in order to register for my Google Account?
I. Tax Identification Number
II. First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name
III. Date of Birth
IV. Gender and Religion
A. I only
B. II and IV only
C. I, II and III only
D. All of these
45. Based on the Presidential Proclamation No. 124, the Drug Abuse Prevention and Control week will
be observed every:
A. First week of November
B. Second Week of November
C. Third Week of November
D. Fourth Week of November
E. Second Week of December
46. Miss Ferros, a MAPEH teacher in Dulong-Bukid National High School. What is the best thing she
will do to disseminate/implement the safety program on Fire Prevention?
A. Enter in a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the DILG
B. Purchase a firefighting equipment or fire extinguisher
C. Integrate fire safety and prevention topics in her lesson
D. Make a research about the history of fire
47. No question
A. He/she energizes the school staff toward the school vision.
B. He/she sets deadlines for submission of teachers’ reports.
C. He/she monitors the progress of the school feeding program.
D. He/she delegates responsibility to staff when he/she is on leave.
48. The following aspects or dimensions are important considerations in understanding concepts about
leadership. Which aspects should take place in the exercise of school leadership?
I – The individual person
II- The school as an organization
III – The social, political and economic environment
A. I and II only B. II and III only C. I and III only D. I, II and III
49. What does the “trait theory” of leadership espouse?
A. A leader must clear the path for goals to be achieved
B. A leader must be flexible to change leadership style as situations require
C. A leader must possess certain physical, social and personal characteristics
D. A leader must determine the maturity level of workers in relation to task accomplishment
50. Theory X and Theory Y are leadership theories advanced by Douglas McGregor. What do these
theories state?
I – Theory X believes that employees are lazy and have poor work habits
II – Theory Y feels that subordinates work hard and have positive work attitudes
III – Theory X states that subordinates work hard and have positive work habits
IV – Theory Y declares that employees are lazy and have poor work attitudes
A. I and II B. III and IV C. II and III D. None of these
51. What leadership theory was developed by Robert House and what does it state?
A. Contingency Theory – believes that there could not only be one best way to lead
B. Path-Goal Theory – argues that leaders need to select behaviors that are relevant to particular
subordinates.
C. Situational Leadership Theory – is based on the direction and support a leader must provide in
a given situation
D. Tannenbaum and Schmidt – have been developed from a continuum to a simple matrix of
leadership styles.
52. Which of the following features are more attributed to a manager than a leader?
I -Establishing direction
II – Excites people with a vision
III – Emphasizes systems, structures and action
IV – Allocates tasks and staff to carry them out
A. I and II B. III and IV C. I and IV D. II
53. Which of the following is an application of Hersey and Blanchard’s Situational Theory?
A. The school head trains experienced and dedicated staff.
B. The school head coaches the experience but dedicated staff.
C. The school head delegates tasks to new and inexperienced staff.
D. The school head delegates work to experienced and dedicated staff.
54. Which is true about leadership and management?
A. Leadership and management are the same
B. Leadership controls people, management motivates them.
C. Management involves aligning people, leadership involves organizing and staffing.
D. Effective leadership controls complexity, good management produces useful change
55. One of the challenges that a school leader faces is dealing with change in the organization. In
effecting change in the school, what should a school head take into consideration?
A. Change for the sake of change
B. Change that would suit the demands of the school head
C. Change that would increase autonomy of school staff
D. Change that would increase organizational effectiveness
56. As a leader, the school head should be a crisis manager. Which of the following best characterizes
an effective crisis manager?
A. Keeps cool under pressure
B. Strictly conforms with established rules
57. When a school head submits required reports to the Division Office on prescribed schedules what
does he/she exercise?
A. Leadership B. Management C. Neither of these D. Both of these
58. In accordance with Republic Act 9155, school heads have authority, accountability and
responsibility for the following aspects except for one. Which one is it?
A. Introducing new and innovative modes of instruction to achieve higher learning outcomes
B. Creating an environment within the school that is conducive to teaching and learning
C. Providing instructional advice and support to fellow school heads
D. Developing the School Improvement Plan
 59. An important aspect of RA 9155 is shared governance in basic education. What does shared
governance promote?
A. Bureaucratic procedures C. Centralization in the organization
B. Decentralization in the organization D. Autocratic control of resources
60. Republic Act 9155 is otherwise known as ___________
A. The Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001
B. The Governance of Basic Education Act of 1982
C. Education Act of 2001
D. Education Act of 1982
61. Mrs. Paunil, school head of Magsaysay Elementary School is always able to tap the assistance of
various school stakeholders in the realization of specific projects in the school. What leadership
function is exhibited by Mrs. Paunil?
A. Instructional leadership C. People leadership
B. Strategic leadership D. Educational leadership
School Principals re tasked to improve access of learners, educational quality, and resources in their
respective schools. The following are activities which are geared towards these tasks.
I – School feeding III – Instructional supervision
II – Enforcement of anti-truancy ordinance IV- Rational assignment of teachers
62. Which activity/activities will help provide and improve access of learners?
A. I only B. II only C. I and II D. III and IV
63. Which of the listed activities is/are related to resource management?
A. I and II B. III and IV C. III only D. IV only
64. To what domain of Principal leadership does the task of preparing purchase requests belong?
A. Instructional supervision C. School communications
B. School management D. School-community relations
65. When confronted with problems to solve in the school, which of the following should be taken into
consideration by a school head?
A. Seriousness B. Urgency C. Gravity D. All of these
66. The following are the steps in problem solving and decision-making:
I-Analyzing of the problem IV – Appraising results
II – Defining the problem V – Developing
III – Evaluating alternatives
Which is the correct order of the steps listed above?
A. I-II-III-IV-V B. I-III-V-IV-II C. III-V-I-II-IV D. II-I-V-III-IV
67. Continuous learning and self-improvement is inherent in the leadership role of a school principal.
Which of the following may a principal employ to promote self-improvement?
A. Engage in self-reflection about ones’ effectiveness as Principal.
B. Conduct regular meetings to serve as venue for updates
C. Subscribes to professional journals and magazines.
D. All of the above
68. At the start of every school year. Mrs. Paunil, the school principal of Magsaysay National High
School emphasizes that all teachers should have a copy of the PSSLC where they will base their
instructional objectives in their lesson plans. In this situation, what domain of leadership is shown
by Mrs. Paunil?
A. Instructional supervision C. School communications
B. School management D. School-community relations
69. One of the following activities shows that the school head exercises is leadership in the domain of
70. Under the school-based management the levels of leadership of a school head are classified
according to specific characteristics. Which of the following is true about Level I Leadership?
A. Refers to the basic qualities of leadership that the school head possesses.
B. Shows that the school head is accountable to stakeholder for school performance
C. Indicates that the school head performs greater responsibilities in school management.
D. None of the above
71. One of the following is an indicator of Level III school leadership under the SBM. Which one is it?
A. School head is a resource on SBM
B. School head organizes stakeholders
C. School head promotes/shares SBM experiences
D. School head is trained on SBM and LSB responsibilities.
72. ____________ is one of the most important and oft-cited value.
A. Values B. Attitudes C. Integrity D. Personality
73. Integrity as a relation to oneself such as _____ is a particular relation between a person’s intention
and corresponding action.
A. Power of will B. Strength of will C. Human will D. All of the above
74. _______ enjoys liberty in his actions and his choices but he is responsible for them.
A. Manager B. Man C. Leader D. Follower
75. People of integrity are plausibly thought to be generally _______ in dealings with others.
A. Honest B. Genuine C. Courage D. Both A and B
76. ______ is used as a broad umbrella term covering many different kinds of intentions, convictions
and relationships of trust and expectation.
A. Dedication B. Integration C. Commitment D. All of the above
77. We expect a person of integrity to remain true to himself because he is ________.
A. Self-conscious B. Committed C. Truthful D. None of the above
78. Which of the following is not true about integrity?
A. Persons of integrity treat their own endorsement as one of that matter.
B. Integrity is a matter of having proper regard for one’s role in a community process of
deliberation over what is not valuable
C. Integrity places moral constraints upon the kinds of commitment to which a person of integrity
must remain true.
D. All of the above
79. ______ requires that agents have a sure grasp of their real moral obligations.
A. Subjective integrity B. Objective integrity C. True integrity D. Both a & b
80. ______ is a kind of life that describes integrity of person dedication towards seeking the demand
of such life.
A. Moral life B. Human life C. Individual life D. All of the above
81. Which of the following is not included to the defeaters of integrity?
A. Moral failure B. Hypocrisy C. Fanaticism D. None of the above
82. ______ is compatible with the existence of constraints on the content of the norms the person of
integrity is committed to:
A. Integrity as Value
B. Integrity as Moral Purpose
C. Integrity as Standing for Something
D. All of the Above
83. The _____ is ambiguous between integrity of the intellect and integrity of the intellectual
A. Intellectual Integrity
B. Intellectual Property
C. Intellectual Humanity
D. All of the above
84. Which of the following is an example of intellectual virtues?
A. Honesty B. Impartiality C. Openness D. All of the above
85. The following are examples of intellectual virtues, except ______.
A. A person who has too much intellectual courage may well become a dogmatist
B. A person who is excessively impartial will probably lack conviction
86. The following are all true about artistic integrity, except one _____.
A. Integrity is so broad that it has to encompass morality in a profound way.
B. Artistic integrity involves one does not diminish others’ lives
C. Integrity reaches its highest point when it unifies and maintains a balance of virtues.
D. Intellectual integrity is lesser when it does not interfere with personal and moral integrity
87. Which of the following is not quality of personal integrity?
A. Humility B. Perseverance C. Adaptability D. all of the above
88. Based on Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development, what level of development do Interpersonal
Conformity Orientation belong?
A. Pre-conventional Morality
B. Conventional Morality
C. Post-conventional Morality
D. None of the above
89. Miss Fely Tan, a Grade 5 teacher is creating and maintaining harmonious living by following her
conscience and acting for the highest good. She poses ______
A. Professional Integrity
B. Personal Integrity
C. Moral Integrity
D. Social Integrity
90. The following statements refer to the essence of personal integrity, except one:
A. We continuously create our own reality by our own choice
B. We are being courageous in living accounts to our conscience
C. We couldn’t follow the hard climb up the path of what we know is right
D. We become trustworthy and an asset to our world.
91. Which of the following indicators of personal integrity is not included?
A. Practice what one preaches.
B. Firm in his/her decisions.
C. Subjective in evaluating co-workers
D. Practices are based on policies.
92. Which of the following is a not rule of conduct?
A. Understand others point of view
B. Give your own ideas only
C. Submit assignments on time
D. Open communication of all issues.
93. Mr. Ben Laylo shares his ideas on interpersonal sensitivity to his colleagues, which do you think
are incorrect expression?
A. Refuse to allow rejection to keep from taking the initiative with people.
B. Refers to the accuracy of perceptions, judgments and responses.
C. Recognizes and respects different perspective and appreciates the benefits of being open to
the ideas of others.
D. Refers to our ability to perceive and respond with care to the internal states of other people.
94. All are true about interpersonal sensitivity, EXCEPT _____
A. Allows time for others to understand and contribute.
B. Cultivate the people who help you grow.
C. Takes time to understand issues from other standpoints.
D. Ensures that everyone is given the opportunity to contribute.
95. The following are tips to building good relationship with people. EXCEPT ________.
A. Be a good listener.
B. Make every person you meet as the most important person on earth.
C. Questions others to establish their view and feelings.
D. Be considerate of people’s feeling.
96. All are examples of intellectual virtues EXCEPT: _____
A. Honesty B. Courage C. Fairness D. Morality
97. Formal authority is the legitimate power associated with an organization position. Every
organizational position. Every organization exists to achieve specific goals. There are people who
are directly responsible for achieving these goals represented by the standard chain of command.
What type of authority is described herein?
A. Line authority
B. Staff authority
C. Functional authority
98. The dependent a high school teacher who was adversely by the decision on the sexual
harassment case filed by the complaint against him filed a Motion for Reconsideration with the
Disciplining Authority. What are the three grounds for the Motions for Reconsideration? Choose the
letter of the answer which is not included.
A. New evidence has been discovered which materially affects the decision rendered.
B. The decision is not supported by the evidence on record.
C. Irregularities have been committed prejudicial to the interest of the movant.
D. Only the Motion for Reconsideration shall been filed.
99. An award given for consistent demonstration and observation of the norms of conduct listed under
RA6713.
A. Lingkod Bayan
B. Dangal Bayan
C. President Award
D. Metrobank Outstanding Teacher
100. Which is not basis for promotion?
A. Performance
B. Eligibility
C. Political patronage
D. Competitive Examination
101. Which of the following best defines promotion?
A. It is advancement to higher rank
B. It is a movement denoting career advancement
C. It is an advancement of an employee from one position to another with increase in duties and
responsibilities and increase in salary.
D. It is a movement from one position to another with an increase in duties and responsibilities
102. Which is NOT a merit system?
A. It is system whereby advancement is made through merit and fitness.
B. It is a system whereby promotion is given to high caliber employees.
C. It is a system whereby government employees receive appointment and promotions on the
basis of competence rather political pressure.
D. It is a system whereby promotion is based on qualification and length of service
103. Miss Dimaano a teacher of Tanawan High School is penalized for being absent without an
approve leave of absence for 3 days in June, 3 in July and 4 days in August. What provision
explains her violation?
A. Unauthorized absences exceeding the allowable 2.5 days monthly leave credit under the leave
for at least 3 months in a semester.
B. Unauthorized absences exceeding the allowable 2.5 days monthly leave credit under the leave
law for at least 3 months in a year.
C. Authorized absences exceeding the allowable 2.5 days monthly leave credit committed in the
last month of the first semester and first two months of the second semester.
104. The minimum penalty of disgraceful and immoral conduct is
A. Reprimand
B. Suspension not exceeding 30 days
C. Suspension not exceeding 6 months and 1 year
D. Dismissal
105. Which of the following acts is not meritorious?
A. Serving clients in honor of party affiliation
B. Responding to letters and request upon receipt thereof within 15 days
C. Acting immediately on public transactions
D. Making documents accessible
106. Which of the following cases explains the need for a policy on deiscipine?
A. Chartering red tape
B. Betraying public trust
C. Fabricating public documents
D. Humiliating the underprivileged
107. Which of the following best explains the accountability of public officials and employees to the
people?
A. It is provided in the Constitution
108. Which of the following is least attributed to discipline?
A. Absolute exercise
B. Development of self-control
C. Attainment of goals and objectives
D. Effective and efficient performance
109. A leave granted to employees who incurred job-related injuries
A. Leave without pay
B. Sick leave
C. Terminal leave
D. Rehabilitation Leave
110. A leave granted after an employee has exhausted his leave of absence with pay
A. Leave of absence
B. Leave without pay
C. Sick leave
D. Vacation leave
111. A benefit to an employee to attend to his/her family’s health problems
A. Leave of absence
B. Leave without pay
C. Sick leave
D. Vacation leave
112. A period within which an employee rest due to job-related pressures.
A. Leave of absence
B. Leave without pay
C. Sick leave
D. Vacation leave
113. Appointment submitted to the CSC shall only be accompanied by ________
A. Job description Form
B. Personal Data Sheet
C. NBI Clearance/Police Clearance
D. Medical Certificate
114. The date of issuance of appointment shall be the date
A. Appearing on the face of the appointment
B. The appointment was published
C. Below the signature of the appointing authority
D. The appointment was evaluated by the Personnel Selection Board
115. Which of the following are uses of Qualification Standards
I. Basis to quality for civil service examination
II. Guide for issuing appointments
III. Determining training needs
IV. Determining tenure of employee
A. I & II only
B. II only
C. II & IV
D. I, II, & III
116. The Career Service is characterized by the following except
A. Entrance based on merit and fitness or on highly technical qualification
B. Entrance based on qualification alone
C. Opportunity for advancement to higher positions
D. Security of tenure
117. What is the reason of our government to include the study of the constitution as part of the
curricula of the school?
A. to inculcate patriotism and nationalism for our students.
B.
118. Article 14, Sec. 4.2 states that there shall be no educational institution created solely for
others. School B violated this provision if:
A. it enrolls aliens more than 2/3 of the entire applicants
B. it accepts transferees coming from Filipino community
C. it does not seek DepEd approval
D. it accepts out-school youth
119. The principal represents the organization at ceremonial and symbolic functions which are
important to the organization’s success. He makes decision in creating a vision that the teaching
and non-teaching staff can be identified with as well directing and coordinating the activities to the
subordinates. What roles that the principal perform in those two sentences description?
I. Negotiator role
II. Liaison Officer
III. Leadership role
IV. Figurehead role
A. 1 and 2 B. 2 and 3 C. 3 and 4 D. 1 and 4
120. A male teacher was seen to be leaving his class to go the canteen to eat his lunch.
Oftentimes, he left his class with lots of activities/exercises to keep them busy. What will you do as
a principal?
I. Allow him to eat even during his time
II. Require him to eat before the start of his class
III. Observe him to prevent him leaving his class
IV.Remind him of his accountability if accidents happen while he is out for lunch
A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 2 and 4
121. The approaches or strategies to use in implementing change are affected by factors. Which of
the following does not affect the choice?
A. Skills and abilities of the employees
B. Self-motives of the employees
C. Culture of the organization
D. Intentions of the officials
122. Laura is a third year students enrolled in Bustamante National High School. What is the
reason why she could not be considered in the selection of honor students? (D.O. No. 74 s. 2012)
A. She has no grade lower than 85
B. She enrolled on the third week of opening of classes
C. She belongs to the top ten of the class
D. She has no grade in developing level in any quarter
123. DepEd Order No. 41 s. 2012 states that?
A. No fees shall be collected from Grade 5 up to High School students from June to July 2012.
However starting July until the end of the school year contribution can be collected compulsory.
B. No fees shall be collected from Grade 6 up to High School students from June to July, 2012.
However starting August until the end of the school year contribution can be collected in voluntary
basis.
C. No fees shall be collected from Grade 5 up to High School students from June to July, 2012.
However starting August until December of the school year contribution can be collected in
voluntary basis.
D. No fees shall be collected from Grade 5 up to High School students from June to July, 2012.
However starting August until the end of the school year contribution can be collected in voluntary
basis.
124. It refers to wilful aggressive behavior that is directed, towards a particular victim who may be
out-number, younger, weak, with disability, less confident or otherwise vulnerable (D.O. No. 40 s.
2012)
A. Discrimination against children
125. In the absence of typhoon signal warnings from PAG-ASA, localized, suspension, cancellation
of classes and work in government offices may be implemented by local government offices. This
can be found in;
A. DepeEd Order No. 40, s. 2012
B. DepeEd Order No. 41, s. 2012
C. DepeEd Order No. 42, s. 2012
D. DepeEd Order No. 43, s. 2012
126. The alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) In formal basic education are implemented to improve
certain performance indicators in order to achieve the 2015 targets of Education For All (EFA) and
the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) on achieving the universal primary education. Which one
is suited for high school?
A. Enhanced Instructional by Parents Community and Teachers (e-IMPACT) System
B. Modified In-School, Off-School Approach (MISOSA)
C. Dropout Reduction Program (DORP)
D. Home Schooling Program; and
E. Multigrade Program in Philippine Education (MPPE)
127. To respond to the problem of low academic performance the following alternatives are
identified. Which is the most unlikely option?
A. Establishing a well – equipped learning resource center
B. Upgrading teacher competencies through in-service training
C. Producing support instructional materials, e.g. workbooks, tests etc.
D. Putting up a functional Educational Management Information System (EMIS)
128. In choosing the best option from among alternatives, the least helpful generation to ask is _
A. Will this strategy produce positive results?
B. What negative consequences will this option bring about?
C. Will my superior approve and support my chosen resolution?
D. Do I have the necessary resources in implementing the decision?
129. The instructional approaches recommended for beginning and emergent readers are:
A. Reading to language experience and shared reading.
B. Reading to language experience and guided reading.
C. Reading to language experience and silent reading.
D. Reading to silent reading and shared reading.
130. Changes in organizations and environmental demands made teamwork a necessity in
response to which of the following:
A. raised expectations from the public for better service
B. Whole quest for total or continuous improvement in organizations
C. growing numbers of specialized people to deal with complex problems
D. the requirements of DepEd for prompt reports and action plans.
131. Jean, a district supervisor, has asked her principal to prepare a training plan for the teachers
in her school. What would you advise the principal to do?
A. conduct training needs assessment first
B. list down the issues that concern them
C. evaluate every teacher
D. make an inventory of the programs the teachers usually attend
132. If the vision of a school is “…….it is the most dynamic elementary school in the district that
takes pride in producing knowledgeable competent and morally – upright citizens”, what could be
one of its mission statements?
A. it is the best school in the district
B. it implements programs that contribute to the cognitive, affective and psychomotor development
of the learners
C. it is mandated to promote the right of every individual to quality and relevant education
D. all of the above
133. The local school board advises you to formulate a 5 year strategic plan for your school. What
will you specifically look into?
A. student needs teachers’ needs and community demands
B. mandate, vision, internal and external environment
135. You are one of the most respected principals in your district. In one of the barrio schools in
your district, teaches your daughter Carole. You are stunned one day to know that she is made
pregnant by the son of the barangay Chairman and the man is married. Carole’s condition is known
already to her co-teachers and some people in the community. The action you will take is to
___________
A. arrange a fictitious marriage between Carole and another man
B. have her resign from her present job and seek other types of employment in the future
C. have Carole resign from her job an re apply after a lapse of one or two years
D. send Carole to Manila on a study leave and have her come back after the baby is delivered
136. When we say that “a true value is one that is based on love for the self” we mean that ____
A. which centers on the self
B. which satisfies the self
C. which enhances the self
D. which considers only the self
137. Disclosing oneself to others is an attempt to reduce a person’s ____________.
A. open area
B. blind area
C. hidden area
D. potential area
138. Which is not true of principals who exercise strong instructional leadership?
A. They demonstrate commitment to high academic goals
B. They create a climate of high expectations among teachers and students
C. They utilize resources to maximize accomplishment of instructional goals
D. They delegate entirely to the teachers and academic staff the responsibility of instructions

139. Which leadership styles considers the development or maturity level of the subordinates as
the most important factor in selecting the appropriate approach?
A. situational leadership
B. autocratic leadership
C. democratic leadership
D. free – rein leadership

140. When subordinates are qualified to perform their task and are very committed to do their
share in the accomplishment of goals, the most appropriate style to use is __________.
A. telling
B. selling
C. participating
D. delegating
141. Organizational change to be effectively implemented, must through these stages: ____
A. planning, organizing and delegating
B. unfreezing, changing and refreezing
C. controlling, monitoring and evaluating
D. initiating, implementing and institutionalizing
142. There is effective crisis management when ____________
A. all the top level officials deal with crisis
B. the head of the organization personally deals with the crisis
C. the whole organization is committed to deal with the crisis
D. a specific segment of the organization deal with the crisis
143. A manager or leader is efficient and effective; when:
A. goals are achieved but much waste in resources
B. goals are achieved with least waste of resources
C. goals are not achieved but resources are not wasted
D. goals are not achieved but less resources are wasted
144. The negative effects of the intense rivalry between the academic and non-academic teachers
in Bali Elementary School are already being seriously felt. Mr. Ignacio the school principal wishes
for all this to end if you were Mr. Ignacio, the best strategy to employ is _____________
A. to ignore it. This will wear itself out in due time.
B. to advice the two warring groups got their respective supporters
C. to appeal to the parties to end the issue
D. to meet with the conflicting parties and help them work out solutions
145. A fire suddenly broke out in your school. The students are all in their classes. There is only
one gate out of the school compound. Which is the first thing you will do?
A. Ring up the nearest fire station and call for help
B. Round your teachers up and instruct them what to do so the children won’t panic
C. Go from room to room to have the children calmly shepherd out of the gate class by class
D. Have the Work Education teachers hack out of the barbed wire fence so the children have
another exit
146. Mario Duran’s school has 45 teachers. Thirty of them want to go on study outside office hours.
Mr. Duran however has planned a remedial reading project. What should he do?
A. insist that teachers attend to the project first
B. discourage them from studying this school year
C. let them all attend to the project first
D. divide them into two groups and stagger their project involvement
147. At Pinkian Elementary School, every member of the teaching and non-teaching staff is aware
of the directions their school is leading to achieve the Key Result Areas. Everyone works towards
the achievement of his or her goals agreed upon at the start of the school year. One can safely
assume that:
A. all are committed to realize their goals
B. all have their own personal visions
C. all are guided by their institutional vision
D. everybody in the school are good teachers and public servants
148. In identifying a problem the best question to ask is _______________
A. What should be happening that is not actually happening?
B. Which alternative, if pursued will provide the best result?
C. Do I have the available resources and competence in dealing with the situation?
D. What environment opportunities which I can easily avail of?
149. A very dynamic newly promoted principal has decided to venture into “Big-Time” strategies of
generating resources from potential supporters in the community. He planned to __________
A. distribute solicitation letters
B. hold a series of popularity contests
C. invite important people for fund raising dinners
D. prepare and package project proposals for funding agencies
150. The SUG TEST is a helpful management tool to ____________
A. prioritize problems
B. generate alternatives
C. identify issues and concerns
D. scan the environment
151. The barangay chairperson in your community has requested permission to use the social hall
of your school for an assembly. What kind of communication will you prepare?
A. letter
B. endorsement
C. memorandum
D. note
152. Benchmarking is a managed change process, it includes:
I. Uses a discipline structured approach
II. Identifies what needs to change
III.
A. I & II
B. II & III
C. I, III, & IV
D. II, III, & IV
E. I, II, III, & IV
153. Which type of benchmarking occurs when a company searches for best practices within its
own boundaries.
A. Internal best practice benchmarking
B. Competitive best practice benchmarking
C. Generic best practice benchmarking
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
154. Time on Task is one of the most popular and widely discussed concepts among researcher,
administrators and educators. In the use of time three aspects are involve:
I. School Time
II. Allocated Time
III. Engaged Time
IV. Academic Learning Time
A. I, II, III
B. I, II, IV
C. II, III, IV
D. I, II only
155. It is a human development program of the national government that invests in the health and
education of poor households, particularly of children aged 0-14 years old. It provides cash grants
to beneficiaries provided that they comply with the set of conditions required by the program.
A. Philhealth Program
B. Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program
C. Damayan Program
D. Feeding Program
E. GAD Program
156. The Alternative Delivery Modes (ADMs) in formal basic education are implemented to improve
certain performance indicators in order to achieve the 2015 targets of Education For All (EFA) and
the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) on achieving the universal primary education. Which one
is suited for high school?
A. Enhanced Instructional by Parents Community and Teachers (e-IMPACT) System;
B. Modified In-School, Off-School Approach (MISOSA);
C. Dropout Reduction Program (DORP);
D. Home Schooling Program; and
E. Multigrade Program in Philippine Education (MPPE).
157. Mrs. Yna Antok needs to make sound decisions based on scientifically gathered data of their
school. She assigned one of her teachers to manage their data bank or the School Management
Information System Based on DECS Service Manual 2000, Management of School MIS is
equivalent to:
A. 2 teaching loads
B. 2 teaching loads
C. 3 teaching loads
D. 5 teaching loads
Mr. Cuerdo is a principal in a primary school in Naga. He has been a principal for 20 years. His
teachers greatly admire his management of the school. Below are some comments that reveal why
Mr. Cuerdo is viewed as an effective principal by his teachers and other members of his school:
A. “Mr. Cuerdo is an effective principal because he makes sure that the necessary paper
work is in order so we receive our salaries on time from central government.” (Grade 3
teacher)
B. “Mr. Cuerdo supervises the student teachers in his school. He devotes time for us. He
observes our performance in class and teaches us how to make improvements” (student
teacher)
C. “I like Mr. Cuerdo because he speaks very well. He gives good speeches during school
programs. He makes sure that he is well understood during meetings” (the school librarian)
D. “Mr. Cuerdo is a good principal because he is always there. He regularly checks teachers’
performance. We all see him going around the school every day to make sure that
everything is going well” (Grade 5 teacher)
158. Which comment describes Mr. Cuerdo as a resource provider? A
159. Which comment describes Mr. Cuerdo as an instructional resource? B
160. Which comment describes Mr. Cuerdo as an effective communication? C
161. Which comment describes Keang as a visible presence? D
162. A teacher with a handicap is applying for a teaching position. She requires a wheelchair to go
to class her qualifications are impressive. What will you do as principal?
Read the following statements then answer questions 164-165
A. Mr. Cruz is able to elicit his teachers’ cooperation in implementing the teaching strategies he
patiently taught them because he is the principal.
B. For Dr. Galang, the best reward to knowing that the teachers he guided have become what
they want to be
C. The teachers find very motivating Mr. Tomas’s invitation for them to feel free to approach him
for any work-related or personal concerns
163. Who is a mentor?
164. Who is a coach/
165. It include all roles and functions related to providing adequate management in providing for
teaching and learning within schools
A. Instructional Leadership
B. Instructional Supervision
C. Curriculum Leadership
D. Curriculum Manager
Read the DepEd Statement below for the following items:
166. For sentence no. 1
A. mourn B. mourned C. mourning D. morning E. mourns
167. For sentence no. 2
A. alumnus B. alumni C. alumnae D. aluminus E. alumna
168. For sentence no. 3
169. For sentence no. 4
A. deep B. deeper C. deepest D. deeps E. deepiest
 170. For sentence no. 5
A. Condolence B. condolences C. condolence D. condolence E. condolense

Tanggapan ng Kalihim
Office of the Secretary

DepEd statement on the passing of DILG Jesse Robredo

August 21, 2012
1 Sec. & Armin Luistro We in the cabinet _______ Sec. Jesse’s passing as an icon of
good governance and faithful stewardship

2 As afellow Lasllian, I mourn an outstanding _____ who has been an example of what
it means to use one’s