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SCHOOL OF CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
COMMON FINAL EXAM
1st SEMESTER SY 2022-2023

CRI 189 FIRE PROTECTION AND ARSON INVESTIGATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Read each question carefully and select the best answer. Write the letter of
your choice on the answer sheet provided. Absolutely no ERASURES or ANY
ALTERATIONS are allowed. Please be guided.

1. If other exposed areas are destroyed before the room's comers burn out, that is unusual fire behavior
because corners are usually that is destroyed last in an accidental fire.
a. Dead air space. c. Non-ventilated
b. Vacuum area d. Unexposed to air

2. Why there is a need to organize fire brigades and, volunteers?

a. with the purpose of helping out in times of fire emergency
b. to engage the firefighters in a hose fight
c. to increase the size of the burning material's fire
d. to aid a fireman

3. The following provides evidence of a motive in commercial fires, except

a. low stock levels c. excess insurance
b. an overpriced stock d. the property's physical state

4. It is the precise spot where a heat source and a fuel came into contact and where the fire started.
a. origin c. fire pattern
b. point of fire origin d. cause of the fire

5. Why do firefighters use different methods to put out fires?

a. due to the fact that fire can have varied sizes or intensities.
b. because the law requires it, and we must abide by it
c. because there are various types of fire, there must be effective ways to put them out
d. To stop the fire from spreading

6. Buildings and structures must arrange and maintain each exit to provide free and egress from
all parts thereof at all times.
a. open c. obstructed
b. closed d. unobstructed

7. Any structure, whether old or new, intended for human habitation shall be provided with sufficient
enable inhabitants to leave quickly and safely in the event of a fire or other emergency.
a. entrance c. wide door
b. window d. exits

8. What role does temperature difference play in the transfer of heat?

a. because it is the way where heat flows
b. because it is crucial for heat transmission
c. since it is the driving force that causes the heat to flow.
 d. since it is necessary for the heat to move

9. What happens if one or more of the fire's ingredients are absent?

a. There will be less fire c. Stronger fire will spread
b. Fire won't exist d. Nothing will occur

10. In situations where a certain jurisdiction does not have a licensed engineer or architect, who will be
chosen to serve as the plan evaluator?
a. any baccalaureate degree holder
b. completed FAIIC training
c. a baccalaureate degree holder with FAIIC experience
d. a Licensed Criminologist

11. Why are fires given the proper classification?

a. to estimate the extent of the harm
b. to determine what is burning
c. to understand what caused the fire or how it began
d. to be aware of the proper extinguisher to use in order to stop or suppress it

12. Prima facie evidence of arson includes the following, EXCEPT:

a. if the building or other property is covered by an insurance policy for a sum that is significantly
greater than its current market worth.
b. if during the lifetime of the corresponding fire insurance policy more than two fires have occurred
in the same or other premises owned or under the control of the offender and/or insured.
c. If shortly before the fire, a substantial portion of the effects insured and stored in a building or
property had been withdrawn from the premises except in the ordinary course of business.
d. the property's physical state (deterioration or other indications of disinvestment)

13. Regarding in transmission of heat, it has been noted that heat moves away from the:
a. lower temperature to the higher temperature
b. middle temperature to lower temperature
c. higher temperature to lower temperature
d. middle temperature to the higher temperature

14. Why is it important to investigate fires?

a. to comprehend how fireworks chemically
b. to determine the real origin of the-fire
c. to identify the source and cause of the fire
d. to stop future incidents of this kind

15. If gasoline was used to start the fire on someone else's property, then it is then:
a. crimes involving destruction
b. crimes involving destruction
c. a prima facie evidence of arson
d. damage to property

16. Why is the concept of spontaneous combustion important for firefighters?

a. to determine whether there is a chance that the fire will spread
b. to accurately determine the fire's origin and any potential hazard that can be avoided
c. to learn how to use fire extinguishers
d. to anticipate the fire's level of smoke

17. Michael Scofield is the husband of Sara Tancredi, When she arrived at church on a Sunday morning, she
noticed Michael Scofield there with another girl. Out of jealousy, she immediately returned home, searched
their bedroom for her husband's clothes, and burnt them all-but in a place where there was no risk of the
fire spreading to a neighboring home, If there is a crime, what is it that Sara Tancredi has done?
a. Arson
b. Malicious mischief
 c. Unjust vexation
d. No crime has been committed

18. This ventilation removal method creates a pressure differential by forcing air into the building through a
window or entryway using a blower or smoke ejector.
a. top ventilation
b. negative-pressure ventilation
c. positive-pressure ventilation
d. under ventilation

19. The conditions for combustion are as follows, EXCEPT:

a. oxidant and fuel
b. enough time for the energy source to start the reaction after coming into touch
c. an activation source of energy
d. flame

20. The warning signs of a possible backdraft include:

a. in a closely contained space, there is a lot of dense smoke but no flame to be seen.
b. erupting black smoke around closed doors or window frames.
c. glass that is pulsing from the pressure of the fire and is discolored with smoke condensate.
d. all of these

21. How to keep an eye out for people and cars as you get closer to the fire, except
a. Observe people or vehicles leaving the site quickly
b. The investigator needs to search for any potential burn-related materials
c. Note the license plate number and any descriptions of any suspicious people or cars
d. A written account of all the investigator's findings should be prepared

22. In Article 320 of the Revised Penal Code, Destructive Arson includes the burning of the following
EXCEPT
a. more than 6,000 pesos worth of damage was done to a public building
b. buildings as a result of a single action
c. whether a ship or vessel locomotive, or train
d. buildings, factories, warehouses, installations, and any ancillary equipment used in the provision
of public utilities

23. When seeking prima facie proof of arson, the following should be noted by the investigator, EXCEPT
a. Look for markings on unburned doors and windows that could be signs of violent entry,
b. Take note of the peculiar building content arrangement.
c. Check to see if the trespasser has left behind any forced entry tools.
d. Track the source and path of the fire

24. Traces of flammable objects, such as plants, trailers, and other objects can be located at
a. Remains/debris
b. Point of origin
c. At the building's bottom level
d. close to the fire

25. The penalty for destructive arson is:

a. reclusion temporal in its maximum period to reclusion Perpetua
b. reclusion Perpetua to death
c. reclusion temporal in its maximum period to death
d. prison mayor

26. The penalty of Reclusion, Temporal in its maximum period to Reclusion Perpetua shall be imposed if the
property burned is any of the following except:
a. Any ammunition factory and other establishments where explosives. inflammable or combustible
materials are stored
 b. Any church or place of worship or other building where people usually assemble
c. Any train, airplane, or any aircraft, vessel or watercraft, or conveyance for transportation of
persons or property
d. An inhabited house

27. In Article 320 of the Revised Penal Code, Destructive Arson includes the burning of the following:
EXCEPT?
a. Edifices, consequent to one single act.
b. Public building and value of the damage caused exceed 6.000 pesos.
c. Train or locomotive, ship, or vessel.
d. Building, factory warehouse, installation, and any appurtenance directed

28. The Code RA 9514 shall be administered and enforced by the

a. Director General of the Integrated National Police
b. Chief of the Bureau of Fire Protection
c. Director General of the Philippine National Police
d. Deputy Chief of the Fire Bureau

29. What is the highest penalty for the crime of arson under special penal laws?
a. Reclusion Perpetua. c. 12 years
b. Life imprisonment d. Reclusion temporal

30. Who shall take cognizance of the responsibilities of PROTECTING and SECURING the whole fire scene
after the fire is declared fire out by the ground commander?
a. Municipal fire marshal c. Fire chief
b. Provincial fire marshal d. Fire arson investigator

31. Who shall have the full responsibility and power to investigate fire incidents with total damages
amounting to above Forty Million Pesos (Php 40,000,000.00), but not exceeding Sixty Million Pesos (Php
60,000,000.00).
a. City fire marshal c. Regional director for fire protection
b. District fire marshal d. Provincial fire marshal

32. The BFP and the BJMP shall be headed by the Chief and assisted by two deputies, one for
administration and the other for operations. Who appoints the chief of BFP and BJMP?
a. Civil service commission. c. The President of the republic
b. DILG secretary d. Chief of the Fire Bureau

33. The following are prohibited acts under RA 9514, EXCEPT:

a. Prevention, interference, or obstruction of any operation of the Fire Service
b. Obstructing designated fire lanes or access to fire hydrants:
c. Locking fire exits during period when people are Inside the building
d. Smoking in unprohibited areas

34. If the assessed value of the nuisance or the amount to be spent in abating the same is not more than
One hundred thousand pesos (P100,000.00), the owner, administrator, or occupant thereof shall abate the
hazard within ?
a. Thirty (30) days c. five (5) days
b. fifteen (15) days d. ten (10) days

35. The penalty of Reclusion Temporal in its maximum period to Reclusion Perpetua shall be imposed if the
property burned is any of the following, EXCEPT :
a. Any ammunition factory and other establishments where explosives, inflammable or combustible
materials are stored
b. Any archive or museum
c. Farmhouse
d. Any church or place of worship
36. The following are Special Aggravating Circumstances in Arson, EXCEPT:
a. If committed with intent to gain,
b. if committed for the benefit of another
c. If committed with an accomplice
d. if committed by a syndicate.

37. Conspiracy to commit arson shall be punished by .

a. Prision Mayor in its minimum period.
b. Reclusion Perpetua in its minimum period.
c. Prision Mayor in its maximum period.
d. Reclusion Temporal in its minimum period.

38. Which of the following is considered a special aggravating circumstance in arson?

a. If committed with the intent to gain
b. If committed for the benefit of another
c. If the offender is motivated by hatred
d. All of the above

39. The head of the Fire Bureau with the rank of shall have the position title of Chief of the Fire Bureau.
a. Superintendent
b. Provincial Fire Marshall
c. Regional Director
d. Director

40. There shall be established at least fire station with adequate personnel, firefighting facilities, and
equipment in every provincial capital, city, and municipality.
a. 1 (one) c. 2 (two)
b. 3 (three) d. 4 (four)

41. In the conduct of fire safety inspection as a prerequisite to the grants of permits and/or license by the
government, the Chief, BFP or his duly representative shall be considered of the following, Except.
a. Electrical system c. The mechanical system of the building
b. Storage for combustible materials d. Occupancy of the building

42. If gasoline was used in setting off the fire on the property of another, then it is then .
a. damage to properly c. destructive arson
b. crimes involving destruction d. a prima facie evidence of arson

43. Why should fires be investigated?

a. To prevent its similar occurrences
b. To determine the origin and cause of fire
c. To understand the chemistry of fire
d. To discover the true cause of the fire

44. When the burning of the property was done by the offender only to cause damage but the ARSON
resulted in the DEATH of the person, what was the crime committed?
a. Arson c. Homicide
b. Murder d. Arson with Homicide

45. Who shall have the full responsibility and power to investigate fire incidents with total damage
amounting to above Forty Million Pesos (Php 40,000,000.00), but not exceeding Sixty Million Pesos (Php
60,000,000.00)?
a. Regional director for fire protection c. City fire marshal.
b. District fire marshal d. Provincial fire marshal

46. The chemical decomposition of matter through the action of heat.

a. Heat c. Burning
b. Pyrolysis d. Combustion
47. It is the uncontrollable impulse of a person to bum anything without any motivation.
a. Pyrolysis c. Pyromania
b. Punitive measure d. hero type

48. The duties of the first responder or first investigator who arrives at the crime scone are the following in
order.
I. Render assistance to injured person/s
II. Effect arrest of the criminal
III. Proceed to the crime scene promptly and safely
IV. Locate and identify witnesses
V. Interview complaints/victims and witnesses
VI. Maintain the integrity of the crime scene and protect the evidence

a. 1, 3, 5, 4, 2, 6 c. 2, 3, 5, 1.4, 6
b. 3. 1. 2, 4, 5, 6 d. 3, 2, 6, 4, 5,1

49. The presence indicates that the person died during the fire.
a. CO c. CO2
b. burns d. Contact wounds

50. In recording the crime scene, the first thing to photograph should be the:
a. interior of the building c. evidence prior to removal
b. exterior views d. outbuilding and grounds

51. The Arson Probe went around the crime scene. What is the purpose of going around the crime scene?
a. To observe the color of the smoke
b. To look for the reaction of persons
c. To observe people
d. To determine the cause the of fire

52. As a firing probe, if there are no witnesses, how should you proceed?
a. Interview c. locate the point of origin
b. Photograph d. Wait for witnesses

53. What will an arson probe do upon arriving at a fire in progress?

a. Photograph c. Interview witnesses
b. Look for the owner d. Help in putting out a fire

54. Which of the following are being represented by the fire triangle with the 3 sides representing fuel,
temperature, and oxygen?
a. flaming mode c. surface or smoldering mode
b. laminar flame d. turbulent flame

55. When a liquid has a flash point of below 37.8 C is called?

a. combustible liquids c. latent heat
b. flammable liquids d. none of the above

56. It refers to a liquid that has a flash point of above 37.8 C

a. combustible liquids c. latent heal
b. flammable liquids d. none of the above

57. Combustible metallic substance such as magnesium is classified as under what type of fuels?
a. Class A fuels c. Class B fuels
b. Class C fuels d. Class D fuels

58. It is considered as fire resistant materials

a. Class A fuels c. Class B fuels
b. Class C fuels d. Class D fuels
59. When the gas is in normal atmospheric temperature pressure inside its container. It is called as .
a. liquefied gases c. cryogenic gases
b. compressed gas d. fuel gas

60. What type of gas are being used for treatment such as for anesthesia and respiratory therapy?
a. liquefied gases c. cryogenic gases
b. compressed gas d. medical gases

61. The sudden ignition of accumulated radical gases produced when there is incomplete combustion of
fuels is known as .
a. Flashover c. fireballs
b. Biteback d. Flashfire

62. It refers to the fatal condition that takes place when the fire resists the extinguishment operation and
becomes stronger and bigger.
a. Flashfire c. flashover
b. Biteback d. backdraft

63. Type of fire resulting from the burning of wood, paper, textiles, rubber, and other carbonaceous
materials.
a. Class A Fires c. Class B fires
b. Class C fires d. Class D fires

64. Referring to the various methods used to stop, extinguishing, and control destructive fire for eventual
prevention of loss of life and property.
a. Fire Protection c. Fire Prevention
b. Protection d. Prevention

65. Descriptive term of various methods or safety measures utilized to stop harmful or destructive fires
starting.
a. Fire Protection c. Fire Prevention
b. Protection d. Prevention

66. Which among the following extinguisher is used to fight all classes of fires?
a. Dry Chemical Extinguisher c. Liquefied Fire Extinguisher
b. Water Fire Extinguisher d. Extinguisher

67. A portable device used to put out fires of limited size.

a. Water c. liquid
b. Fire extinguisher d. extinguisher

68. It is the luminous body of a burning gas.

a. Fire Gases c. Flame
b. Heat d. Smoke

69. What is called as a product of combustion responsible for the spread of fire?
a. Fire Gases c. Flame
b. Heat d. Smoke

70. Which of the following can produce a colorless gas?

a. Hydrogen Sulfide c. Carbon Monoxide
b. Carbon Dioxide d. Hydrogen

71. It is the operation of removing, thus saving people and other livestock from the burning building and
other involved properties, conveying them to a secure place.
a. Evaluation Set-up b. Entry
 c. Evacuation d. Rescue

72. This activity involves developing and defining systematic course of actions that maybe performed in
order to realize the objectives of fire protection.
a. Pre- Fire planning c. Evaluation Set-up
b. Evacuation d. Entry

73. What process is involved when all the heat evolved and goes into heating the products and raising the
temperatures?
a. Kinetics c. Heat transfer
b. Thermodynamics d. Mass transfer

74. This is an operation purposely conducted to displace toxic gases.

a. Exposure c. Confinement
b. Ventilation d. Salvage

75. What is the role of Class A extinguisher?

a. Used on ordinary combustibles such as wood and paper
b. Used on flammable liquids
c. Used an electrically energized fire
d. Used on nonflammable metals

76. Which of the following is NOT considered a cause of electric fire?

a. Open doors c. Electric short circuit
b. Loose connection d. Overloading on wires

77. Which fire extinguishers are used to put out electrical fires from electrical components or energized
electrical equipment?
a. Water extinguisher c. Wet chemical
b. Carbon dioxide extinguisher d. None of these

78. This is the process of putting out the main body of fire by using the four general methods of fire
extinguishment.
a. Overhaul c. Extinguishment
b. Salvage d. Ventilation

79. There is an increased quantity of carbon monoxide produced when fuel is burned in a limited supply of
oxygen because .
a. carbon reacts with carbon monoxide
b. carbon reacts with carbon dioxide
c. carbon monoxide is an effective reducing agent
d. greater oxidation takes place

80. Fire officer Manansala used a method of fire extinguishment, whereby removing the fuel at the burning
area.
a. Cooling c. Smothering
b. Blanketing d. Separation

81. Firefighters used a method of fire extinguishment, whereby reduction of oxygen concentration at the
burning area, by introducing inert gases or by separating of oxygen from fuel.
a. Starvation c. Smothering
b. Separation d. Blanketing

82. Transfer of heat occurs as a result of a temperature difference. This is the driving force that causes the
heat to flow, it is also observed that heat flows in the direction from.
a. Higher temperature to the lower temperature
b. Lower temperature to the higher temperature
c. Either A and B
 d. Neither A and B

83. BEN set a fire, and he transfers the heat by using a solid object, the form of heat transfer that takes
place within solids when one portion of an object is heated.
a. Convection c. Conduction
b. Radiation d. Heat transfer

84. If you are using an appliance like Flatiron, the transmission of heat is through the electromagnetic wave,
it is under what transfer of heat?
a. Conduction c. Convection
b. Radiation d. Direct contact

85. In a fire incident whereby the fire investigator saw the fire starting in a small flame to a full fire that
involves the entire room, this is under what stages of fire?
a. Initial stage c. Free burning stage
b. Smoldering stage d. Decay stage

86. As you are a Firefighter, whereby stages of fire are considered as the most dangerous stage to the
firefighter?
a. Initial stage c. Free burning stage
b. Smoldering stage d. Fully developed stage

87. Velson is a PNPA graduate he entered as a lateral entry of officer into the BFP/BJMP and shall be
automatically appointed to the initial rank of
a. Chief superintendent c. Superintendent
b. inspector d. Senior inspector

88. SANTOS is a doctor of medicine he entered as a lateral entry of officer into the BFP/BJMP, and shall be
appointed to the initial rank of.
a. Inspector c. Senior inspector
b. Chief inspector d. Superintendent

89. If you are in a situation of fire incident on a building or structure what is the right things to do?
a. Sound the alarm c. Find the possible exit
b. Immediately evacuate d. Nothing

90. Out of anger, because his younger brother was mauled by the neighbor JOY, FRED burned the house of
JOY who unknown to him was sleeping in the house during that time. As an Arson Investigator you will
charges FRED with?
a. Arson with murder c. Murder only
b. Arson and Murder d. Arson only

91. He is responsible to conduct an inspection of every building or structure within his area of responsibility
at least once a year and every time the owner shall renew his/her business permit or permit to operate.
a. Chief BFP c. Fire Safety Inspector
b. Owner d. Administrator

92. Mr. Algin sets a fire to his own property under circumstances that expose to danger the life or property
of another is guilty of?
a. arson c. crimes involving destruction
b. damage to property d. none of the foregoing

93. In using a fire extinguisher, PASS stands for?

a. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep c. Pull, Aim, Shoot, Stay
b. Plunge, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep d. Plunge, Address, Shoot, Sweep

94. In the event of an uncontrolled fire in your vicinity, your first course of action should be to:
 A. Activate the Alarm C. Run away as quickly as possible
B. Ask someone else what to do D. Get a fire extinguisher

95. To operate the fire extinguisher, the acronym P.A.S.S. is often used to help us remember to
A. Pass by the fire, activate the sprinkler system, seal fire area from oxygen, stop unauthorized
entry.
B. Pull the alarm, alert the response team, shut down the power sources, secure the area.
C. Pass by the fire, activate the fire alarm, select the proper extinguisher, shoot at the base of the
fire.
D. Pull the pin, aim at the base of the fire, squeeze the handle, and sweep at the base of the fire.

96. Which of the following best describe Abatement?

A. Fire resistivity
B. Act that would remove or neutralize a fire hazard.
C. Suppression
D. proper provision for escape in case of fire.

97. Based on Fire Safety guidelines what location is it preferable to install smoke alarms?
A. in the residence's main entrance
B. in the laundry room, the kitchen and the bathrooms
C. in the hallways, near the bedrooms
D. in a room exposed to fires (e. g: kitchen, living room with fireplace, etc.)

98. Which of the following statement explain why an arson investigator doesn't need a warrant?
A. She/he has Probable Cause
B. There may be valuables on the scene
C. The Supreme Court has upheld that a search warrant is unnecessary when evidence is likely to be
lost
D. They will get one later

99. The act of burning one's home in order to defraud one's insurer:
A. Is always classified as a crime other than arson
B. Is sometimes classified as a crime other than arson
C. Is a form of arson
D. None of the answers are correct

100. On the conduct of on-scene investigation, who documents the fire area by the use of any verifiable
means or source of recording?
A. fire arson investigator
B. fire scene sketch preparer
C. fire scene photographer
D. team leader