Philippine Constitution and Government
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What was the main purpose of the Tejeros Convention in 1897?

  • To approve the establishment of a Revolutionary Government headed by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo (correct)
  • To negotiate for peace with the Spanish colonizers
  • To establish a new government under the Spanish colonial rule
  • To create a new constitution for the Philippines

    • What is notable about the UST Main Building?

  • It is the tallest building in the Philippines
  • It is the largest building in the Philippines
  • It is the oldest building in the Philippines
  • It is the first earthquake-resistant building in the Philippines (correct)

    • What is the significance of the Basilica de Santo Niño in Cebu?

  • It is the oldest church in the Philippines
  • It is the first church built by the Spanish colonizers
  • It is the largest church in the Philippines
  • It houses the statuette of Christ that dates to Magellan's time (correct)

    • What is notable about the Bahay Nakpil?

    <p>It has a unique feature of a mirror propped on the ceiling to see if there's someone standing outside</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are most of the historical sites and landmarks in the Philippines churches, schools, and/or houses?

    <p>The answer is not mentioned in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Dr. Ariston Bautista?

    <p>He invented the first medicine for cholera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a plebiscite and a referendum?

    <p>The source of the revisions being voted on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the constitution describes the framework of government and its power?

    <p>Constitution of Government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote the draft of the 1899 Malolos Constitution?

    <p>Felipe Calderon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant feature of the 1935 Constitution?

    <p>It was the first constitution to include women's suffrage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to the creation of the 1899 Malolos Constitution?

    <p>The defeat of Spain by the United States in the Spanish-American war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the only dissenter to the 1935 Constitution?

    <p>Tomas Cabili</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the 1935 constitution a condensed version of?

    <p>A previous, unmentioned constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Legislative Department?

    <p>To pass, amend, and repeal laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest tier of the judicial hierarchy in the Philippines?

    <p>Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which historical site was the first Philippine Republic established?

    <p>Barasoain Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When do the terms of the President and Vice President of the Philippines start?

    <p>At noon of the 30th day of June</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the bell tower of Paoay Church during the Philippine Revolution?

    <p>An observatory post</p> Signup and view all the answers

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