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What is the maximum number of members allowed in the House of Representatives?
What is the maximum number of members allowed in the House of Representatives?
A natural-born citizen of the Philippines must be at least twenty years old to become a member of the House of Representatives.
A natural-born citizen of the Philippines must be at least twenty years old to become a member of the House of Representatives.
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What perspective do senators have compared to district representatives?
What perspective do senators have compared to district representatives?
Broader perspective on national issues.
Senators are elected at large by the entire ______.
Senators are elected at large by the entire ______.
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Which of the following is NOT a criterion for becoming a member of the House of Representatives?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for becoming a member of the House of Representatives?
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Match each group with their representation type in Congress:
Match each group with their representation type in Congress:
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The House of Representatives has a larger number of members compared to the Senate.
The House of Representatives has a larger number of members compared to the Senate.
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What is the role of party-list representatives in the House of Representatives?
What is the role of party-list representatives in the House of Representatives?
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What is the first step in the passage of a bill?
What is the first step in the passage of a bill?
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A bill can be amended during the Third Reading.
A bill can be amended during the Third Reading.
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What happens if a bill is disapproved in the committee?
What happens if a bill is disapproved in the committee?
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After approval of the bill on Second Reading, the bill is ordered printed in its final form and copies are distributed three days before its _____.
After approval of the bill on Second Reading, the bill is ordered printed in its final form and copies are distributed three days before its _____.
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During which reading of the bill is a general debate opened?
During which reading of the bill is a general debate opened?
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Match the steps to their descriptions in the passage of a bill:
Match the steps to their descriptions in the passage of a bill:
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A majority of members is required to pass a bill during the Second Reading.
A majority of members is required to pass a bill during the Second Reading.
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What is the role of the Committee on Rules during the bill process?
What is the role of the Committee on Rules during the bill process?
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What happens if the President does not communicate his veto within 30 days of receiving a bill?
What happens if the President does not communicate his veto within 30 days of receiving a bill?
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The House and Senate must always compromise on any differences between their bills.
The House and Senate must always compromise on any differences between their bills.
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What power does Congress have regarding impeachable officials?
What power does Congress have regarding impeachable officials?
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Congress was given the sole power to declare ______ by the Philippine Constitution.
Congress was given the sole power to declare ______ by the Philippine Constitution.
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Match the following responsibilities of Congress with their descriptions:
Match the following responsibilities of Congress with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Congress?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Congress?
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Congress has the power to create and abolish offices under the civil service.
Congress has the power to create and abolish offices under the civil service.
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How does Congress contribute to the lawmaking process?
How does Congress contribute to the lawmaking process?
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What is required for Congress to declare a state of war?
What is required for Congress to declare a state of war?
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The President can revoke martial law without Congress's approval.
The President can revoke martial law without Congress's approval.
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What power does Congress have regarding impeachment of the President?
What power does Congress have regarding impeachment of the President?
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Congressional committees can conduct hearings 'in aid of __________.'
Congressional committees can conduct hearings 'in aid of __________.'
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How long is the initial period of martial law mandated before Congress needs to extend it?
How long is the initial period of martial law mandated before Congress needs to extend it?
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Congress has the authority to authorize the President to exercise powers during a national emergency.
Congress has the authority to authorize the President to exercise powers during a national emergency.
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What majority is required for Congress to extend martial law beyond the initial period?
What majority is required for Congress to extend martial law beyond the initial period?
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Match the following terms with their related descriptions:
Match the following terms with their related descriptions:
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Which body consists of the two houses of Congress in the Philippines?
Which body consists of the two houses of Congress in the Philippines?
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A senator must be at least 21 years old according to the qualifications set by the constitution.
A senator must be at least 21 years old according to the qualifications set by the constitution.
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What is the main function of the Congress of the Philippines?
What is the main function of the Congress of the Philippines?
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The Congress of the Philippines can extend the period of martial law beyond sixty days.
The Congress of the Philippines can extend the period of martial law beyond sixty days.
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What is the maximum number of members in the House of Representatives as provided by the constitution?
What is the maximum number of members in the House of Representatives as provided by the constitution?
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How many senators are there in the House of Senate?
How many senators are there in the House of Senate?
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The legislative power shall be vested in the Congress of the Philippines, which consists of the two houses: ___ and ___.
The legislative power shall be vested in the Congress of the Philippines, which consists of the two houses: ___ and ___.
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Match the descriptions with the appropriate representatives:
Match the descriptions with the appropriate representatives:
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The House of Representatives decides on __________ cases in a full-blown trial.
The House of Representatives decides on __________ cases in a full-blown trial.
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Match the following roles with their responsibilities in Congress:
Match the following roles with their responsibilities in Congress:
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What is a requirement for a person to become a member of the House of Representatives?
What is a requirement for a person to become a member of the House of Representatives?
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Which body in the Philippine government has the sole power to declare the existence of a state of war?
Which body in the Philippine government has the sole power to declare the existence of a state of war?
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A party-list representative must be a registered voter and a resident for at least one year in the district where they shall be elected.
A party-list representative must be a registered voter and a resident for at least one year in the district where they shall be elected.
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The Congress consists of three houses: the House of Senate, the House of Representatives, and the House of Judiciary.
The Congress consists of three houses: the House of Senate, the House of Representatives, and the House of Judiciary.
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According to the 1987 Constitution, what is the age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives?
According to the 1987 Constitution, what is the age requirement to become a member of the House of Representatives?
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What is the total number of members in the House of Representatives?
What is the total number of members in the House of Representatives?
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Study Notes
Philippine Politics and Governance
- This is a Grade 11 study module, Quarter 1, Week 10, Module 10
- The module discusses Philippine Politics and Governance
- The 1987 Philippine Constitution vests legislative power in Congress, which is a bicameral body consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
- Executive power is vested in the President.
- Judicial power is vested in the courts, including the Supreme Court.
- The module explains the roles and responsibilities of the Senate and House of Representatives.
- The Constitution defines the qualifications for Senators and Representatives.
Legislative Power
- Legislative power creates, alters, or repeals laws
- The Senate and the House of Representatives have separate but co-equal powers
- Divided into three classifications: joint, concurrent, and simple resolutions as well as bills
- The process of a bill becoming a law includes first reading, referral to the committee, second reading, debate, printing, distribution, third reading, referral to the other house, and the submission to the President.
- The president may veto a proposed law.
Development Team
- The module was authored by Shianne Dancee Corpuz.
- Edited by the SDO La Union Learning Resource Quality Assurance Team
- Illustrated by Ernesto F. Ramos, Jr.
- The management team includes school division superintendent, assistant superintendent, CID chief, EPS in charge of LRMS and other school department heads
Additional Information
- Copyright © 2020, La Union Schools Division, Region 1
- Module is government property, not for sale
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Description
This quiz covers the essentials of Philippine Politics and Governance as outlined in Module 10 for Grade 11, Week 10. It explores the structure of the government, including the roles of Congress, the President, and the Supreme Court, alongside the legislative process. Test your understanding of the 1987 Philippine Constitution and the functions of legislative powers.
