Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION III- CENTRAL LUZON
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF OLONGAPO CITY
IRAM HIGH SCHOOL
IRAM RESETTLEMENT AREA, NEW CABALAN, OLONGAPO CITY, ZAMBALES

FIRST QUARTERLY EXAMINATION IN UNDERSTANDING CULTURE, SOCIETY

AND POLITICS

NAME: _____________________________________ SECTION: _________________ SCORE: ______

Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do and, at some point, you will.

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Direction: Read each statement carefully and blacken the letter of the correct
answer in the answer sheet provided.

1. It is the branch of knowledge which deals with the scientific study of man,
his works, his body, his behavior and values, in time and space A. Sociology
B. Politics C. Anthropology D. Psychology

2. It is the scientific investigation of human culture and social behavior. It is a

discipline in social sciences concerned about human society and human
social activities.
A. Anthropology B. Sociology C. Political Science D.
Paleontology

3. It is the study of the nature, causes, and consequences of collective decisions

and actions taken by groups of people embedded in cultures and institutions
that structure power and authority
A. Political Science B. Sociology C. Humanities D. Governance

4. This refers to that complex whole which includes knowledge, beliefs, arts,
morals, laws, customs, and any other capabilities and habits acquired by
man as a member of society.
A. Culture B. Society C. Politics D. State

5. It symbolizes the groups within which human beings can live a totally
common life – the peer groups; social organizations like the family and
kinship groups; economic, political, religious and educational groups; and
communities.
A. Culture B. Society C. Politics D. State

6. Political Science has a few subfields, which of the following subfields should
be disregarded?
A. political hypothesis C. human rights
B. religion and beliefs D. public policy
7. What is one primary goal of sociology?
A. To analyze human biological evolution
B. To create political theories
C. To study cultural artifacts
D. To understand social relationships and institutions

8. Which of the following perspectives is commonly used in anthropology?

A.Symbolic Interactionism
B.Cultural Relativism
C.Structural Functionalism
D. Rational Choice Theory

9. This refers to the physical objects, resources, and spaces that people use to
define their culture.
A. Material culture C. Tangible culture
B. Non-material culture D. Intangible culture

10. This refers to the nonphysical ideas that people have about their culture,
including beliefs, values, rules, norms, morals, language, organizations, and
institutions.
A. Material culture C. Tangible culture
B. Non-material culture D. Intangible culture

11. Which of the following best describes a goal of political science?

A. To investigate social norms and roles
B. To analyze human behavioral patterns volution.
C. To explore ancient civilizations through material remains
D. To understand the role of governments and political institutions

12. Culture is ideational if ….

A. it sets out an optimal example of conduct
B. it is a framework that has few commonly reliant parts.
C. there is new social qualities added
D. no culture stays on the perpetual state.

13. Which of the following is not a general characteristic of society?

A. Society is abstract. C. Cooperation & conflict in society
B. Society is a process not a product. D. Use or threat of use of legal force

14. It is a general characteristic of culture which means that there is

information, musings or customs that are lost as new social qualities are
added and there are potential outcomes of social changes inside the specific
culture over the long haul.
A. Culture changes C. Culture is cumulative
B. Culture is dynamic D. Culture is shared by a group of
people.

15. It is a general characteristic of culture which means that no culture stays

on the perpetual state. Culture is changing continually as novel thoughts and
new procedures are added over the long haul altering or changing the old
ways
A. Culture changes C. Culture is cumulative
B. Culture is dynamic D. Culture is shared by a group of people.
16. It is a general characteristic of culture which means that different
information exemplified in culture can be passed starting with one age then
onto the next age. Increasingly more information is added in the specific
culture as the time elapses by.
A. Culture changes C. Culture is cumulative
B. Culture is dynamic D. Culture is shared by a group of people.

17. A company has expanded its operations to several countries. To

understand how different cultural norms affect their employees’ work habits,
which characteristic of culture should the managers focus on?
A. Culture is biological
B. Culture is learned and shared
C. Culture is forgotten
D. Culture is static and unchanging

18. A political scientist is examining how the government of a democratic

country adapts its policies in response to public protests. Which
characteristic of politics is being applied?
A. Politics is fixed and stable
B. Politics is dynamic and responsive to social change
C. Politics is based solely on historical practices
D. Politics ignores public opinion

19. In studying a society where political power is concentrated in a single

individual, a political scientist observes how this impacts social inequality.
What relationship between politics and society is being analyzed?
A. Politics does not affect social structures
B. Political power distribution affects social hierarchy and inequality
C. Society influences politics but not the other way around
D. Social structure is independent of political systems

20. It is the is the view that one’s own cultural elements such as norms,
values, ideology, customs, and traditions are dominant and superior to
others.
A. Cultural Relativism C. Cultural Universals
B. Ethnocentrism D. Xenocentrism

21. It is the view which regards other cultures as better such as that of foreign
culture.
A. Cultural Relativism C. Cultural Universals
B. Ethnocentrism D. Xenocentrism

22. What is a potential downside of applying cultural relativism too rigidly?

A. It fosters ethnocentrism
B. It may prevent criticism of harmful cultural practices
C. It encourages disrespect for one’s own culture
D. It promotes cultural imperialism

23. Cultural relativism is most useful for which of the following purposes?
A. Erasing cultural diversity
B. Establishing a global standard for behavior
C. Evaluating whether cultural practices are right or wrong
D. Understanding why different societies have unique practices
24. According to cultural relativism, how should one approach the customs
and practices of another culture?
A. By ignoring them entirely
B. By applying universal standards of morality
C. By comparing them to one's own cultural practices
D. By understanding them in the context of that culture's values

25. The "Bayanihan" spirit, often symbolized by the image of people carrying
a house, reflects Filipino cultural values. How can students apply the
"Bayanihan" spirit in a community project?
A. Work independently to show individual skills
B. Collaborate with others and share responsibilities to complete the project
efficiently
C. Ask the teacher to do most of the work
D. Compete with each other to finish faster

26. During political rallies in the Philippines, it’s common to see people
wearing the colors of their chosen political party. How does wearing these
colors symbolize political identity?
A. It is purely for fashion purposes
B. It signals wealth and social class
C. It helps to create conflict between political groups
D. It shows solidarity and support for specific political movements or
candidates

27. "Harana" is a traditional Filipino practice where young men serenade

women as a form of courtship. How can students apply the cultural
significance of "Harana" when studying Filipino literature and arts?
A. By using it to justify modern forms of courtship
B. By dismissing it as an outdated practice with no relevance today
C. By understanding how it reflects Filipino values of romance, respect, and
tradition
D. By focusing only on the musical aspect without considering its cultural
meaning

28. Examining the role of public monuments in historical commemoration,

how do these symbols contribute to collective memory and national identity?
A. Public monuments serve to reinforce collective memory and national
identity by commemorating significant historical events and figures
B. Public monuments are mainly used for aesthetic enhancement of public
spaces
C. Public monuments have minimal impact on national identity and collective
memory
D. Public monuments are used to reflect contemporary political issues rather
than historical significance

29. When examining the use of social media hashtags in political movements,
how does their use affect political engagement and awareness?
A. They have little impact on political awareness
B. They facilitate widespread dissemination of information and mobilize
support through digital platforms
C. They are used mainly for marketing purposes rather than political activism
 D. They indicate a decline in traditional forms of political participation

30. Evaluate the significance of economic symbols, such as logos and

trademarks, in influencing consumer behavior. How impactful are these
symbols in shaping purchasing decisions?
A. Economic symbols have minimal impact on consumer behavior and
purchasing decisions
B. They are used primarily for brand differentiation without affecting
consumer choices
C. Economic symbols, such as logos and trademarks, have a significant
impact on consumer behavior by fostering brand recognition and loyalty
D. They mainly serve as decorative elements rather than influencing
purchasing decisions

31. Evaluate the significance of traditional festivals in maintaining cultural

heritage. How effective are these festivals in preserving cultural practices?
A. Traditional festivals are largely ineffective in preserving cultural practices
due to modernization
B. They contribute to cultural heritage preservation only on a superficial level
C. Traditional festivals are highly effective in maintaining and celebrating
cultural heritage and practices
D. They focus more on entertainment rather than genuine cultural
preservation

32. What refers to a social interaction and transmission of culture?

A. Socialization B. Belief C. Culture D. Values

33. Which of the following refers to sets of behavioral standards accepted to

go with
one's status as male and female?
A. Norms B. Gender Roles C. Status D. Ascribe
Status

34. What does individual gained that body since his conception, and he has no
or
less chances of changing it.
A. Nature B. Personality C. Identity D. None of the
above

35. If a teenager learns about societal norms through interactions with peers
and participation in social groups outside of their family, which part of
socialization is being highlighted?
A. Primary Socialization
B. Secondary Socialization
C. Anticipatory Socialization
D. Resocialization

36. A student is preparing to join a professional organization related to their

field of study. What type of socialization are they engaging in by learning
about the organization's norms and expectations before officially joining?
A. Resocialization
B. Primary Socialization
C. Anticipatory Socialization
D. Secondary Socialization
 37. In a case where an individual is undergoing rehabilitation and is being
taught new social behaviors and norms, which type of socialization is being
applied?
A. Anticipatory Socialization
B. Primary Socialization
C. Resocialization
D. Secondary Socialization

38. A student begins to volunteer in a community service program to gain

experience relevant to their future career. Which socialization process does
this scenario exemplify?
A. Primary Socialization
B. Resocialization
C. Anticipatory Socialization
D. Secondary Socialization

39. Which scenario best illustrates anticipatory socialization?

A. A child learning basic moral values from their parents
B. A high school student preparing for a future career by gaining relevant
skills and knowledge
C. An adult adapting to new cultural norms after moving to a different
country
D. An individual learning social etiquette from their peers

40. W hich situation demonstrates this type of socialization effectively?

A. A teenager joining a new social club and learning the club's customs
B. A person undergoing training in a rehabilitation center to adapt to a new
set of behaviors and attitudes
C. A child learning from their family about societal expectations
D. An employee adjusting to the culture of a new company upon starting a
job

II. Read the following questions carefully. Explain your answer in 3-5 sentences.

41-45. How do you differentiate Culture, Society and Politics in your own
perspective?

46-50. Discuss the role of cultural relativism in personal growth and

development. How can an individual's application of cultural relativism
enhance their understanding of their own cultural biases and foster more
meaningful interactions with others?
 Rubric in answering Test II
Criteria 5 - Excellent 4 - Good (2 3- 2 - Needs 1 - Poor (0.5 Score
(2.5 points) points) Satisfactory Improvement points)
(1.5 points) (1 point)

Depth of Demonstrates Shows a Displays a Shows partial Demonstrates

Knowledge a strong basic understanding minimal
comprehensive understanding understanding with gaps in understanding
and insightful with thorough with some key concepts with
understanding coverage of coverage of and details. significant
of the topic, key concepts essential gaps in
integrating and details. concepts. knowledge.
advanced
concepts and
details.

Clarity of Provides a Explanation is Explanation is Explanation Explanation is

Explanatio clear, well- clear and well- mostly clear lacks clarity unclear, poorly
n organized, and organized with with some and organized, and
coherent relevant organization organization, lacks relevant
explanation examples and and relevant with limited examples.
with excellent analogies. examples. examples and
use of analogies.
examples and
analogies.

"The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet." ~ Aristotle.

Prepared by:
DESILYN N. DE VILLA
Teacher I

Checked by:
MARY ANN M. CASIMIRO
Master Teacher I
Noted:
EMELIA L. RONQUILLO
OIC-Assistant Principal

EMILY V. COSTALES
Principal I

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