Learning Area:
Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person Grade Level: Grade 12
Item Writer: Arjean Balais-Santos & Miriam Basilio
Direction: In the first column, write the competency that corresponds to your item question. In the ToS Code, write the code for the level of the Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy and the Knowledge Domain as
indicated in the ToS. For the table, write the code of SOLO and the points that corresponds to your item choice. Please refer in the footnote for the coding and scoring.
TOS CODE
ToS Code: R / F
Choice
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B
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C
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ToS Code: E / C
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C
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B
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MELC
1.1 Distinguish a holistic perspective
from a partial point of view
TEST ITEMS
______1. “One should consider all factors before making a big decision”. Which
point of view is displayed in the given statement?
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A. Holistic Point of View
B. Partial Point of View
C. Primary Point of View
D. Secondary Point of View
1.1 Distinguish a holistic perspective
from a partial point of view
______2. Which situation shows the use of Partial Point of View as a way of solving
problems?
A. A fair judge would listen to both sides before finalizing a legal opinion.
B. Jessica would listen to her daughter’s whole story before giving advice.
C. Jamilla only uses one book as reference for her research projects.
D. Joshua does medical tests on his patients before making a prescription.
1.2 Realize the value of doing
philosophy in obtaining a broad
perspective on life
______3. Which major branch of philosophy is best adapted when comparing
constitutions from different nations?
A. Aesthetics
B. Ethics
C. Epistemology
D. Metaphysics
ELIMINATE QUESTION
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
ANSWER
B
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: AN / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
M
3
C
R
4
D
M
3
ToS Code: AP / M
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
R
4
B
U
2
C
M
3
D
M
3
1.2 Realize the value of doing
philosophy in obtaining a broad
perspective on life
_______3. Out of the five major branches of philosophy, which two are usually used
in research for the hard sciences?
A. Aesthetics & Logic
B. Aesthetics & Ethics
C. Epistemology & Logic
D. Ethics and Metaphysics
C
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1.3 Do a philosophical
reflection on a concrete
situation from a holistic
perspective
_______4. According to Aesthetics, beauty can be relative. But same as with any
philosophical inquiry, it also aims to find an ultimate definition of what beautiful is.
Which questions inquire about concerns of aesthetics?
A
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I. What attracts you to a piece of art?
II. Does logic answer mathematical questions or does math exist to answer
logical questions?
III. How can art become a tool for freedom of speech?
IV. Is there a connection between art & morality?
A.
B.
C.
D.
ToS Code: U / F
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
P
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B
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C
M
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2.1 Distinguish opinion from
truth
I, III, IV only
I and IV only
II, III, IV only
I, II, III, and IV
_______5. Which statement describes a philosophical opinion?
A. It is based on observable facts.
B. It can be confirmed through factual research.
C. It is based on someone’s feelings and beliefs.
D. It is independent of beliefs of any person/group.
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
D
U
ToS Code: AN / C
Choice
SOLO
code
1
Points
A
U
2
B
P
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C
M
3
D
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ToS Code: R / C
Choice
SOLO
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Points
A
R
3
B
M
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C
M
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D
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ToS Code: E / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
M
3
B
M
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C
R
5
D
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1
ToS Code: E / M
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
2.1 Distinguish opinion from
truth
2.2 Realize that the methods of
philosophy lead to wisdom and
truth
_______6. Which is an example of a philosophical truth?
A. You are a diligent student.
B. You are happy with your life.
C. You are a senior high student.
D. You always aim to be a good student.
_______7. Which theory on truth best answers the questions of Math & Biology?
A. Coherence Theory
B. Correspondence Theory
C. Pragmatic Theory
D. Philosophical Theory
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2.2 Realize that the methods of
philosophy lead to wisdom and
truth
_______8. Which method of philosophizing is best used in answering questions
regarding recollections of personal experiences and thoughts?
A. Existentialism
B. Logic
C. Phenomenology
D. Pragmatism
D
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2.3 Evaluate truth from
opinions in different situations
_______9. What are some of the ways to combat logical fallacies?
C
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I. Point out how poor the person’s cognitive skills are.
II. Identify specific flaws in the argument.
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
C
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
A
M
3
B
M
3
C
R
5
D
P
1
ToS Code: R / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
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U
1
B
U
1
C
U
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D
U
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using the methods of
philosophizing
III. Have expertise in the subject being discussed.
IV. Return the focus on the topic being argued about.
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A. I, II, III, and IV
B. I, III, and IV
C. II, III, and IV
D. None of the above
3.1 Recognize how the human
body imposes limits and
possibilities for transcendence
_______11. According to Denis Edwards, we face various obstacles in
transcendence that we need to overcome in order for us to realize our full potential.
One of these obstacles pertains to our tendency to cling to the pain of being
wronged by other people. What did he call the act of absolving others from having
wronged us or others?
B
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A. Vulnerability
B. Forgiveness
C. Love
D. Failure
ELIMINATE QUESTION
ToS Code: E / M
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
M
3
C
R
5
D
R
5
3.2 Evaluate own limitations
and the possibilities for their
transcendence
_______10. Evie, a passionate young chef in a fast-paced kitchen, has lost her
ability to see due to an illness. She still wants to practice her profession but finds it
difficult to adapt to her newly imposed limitations. Which of the following courses of
actions best display her drive and desire to transcend her bodily limitations?
A. Remain at home where it is lonely but safe.
B. Find a new career that wouldn’t require her sight.
C. Continue to pursue fulfillment in cooking by adapting and finding a strong
support system that would allow her to continue her passion (Ex. Employer,
family, friends, government, etc.)
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: R / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
P
0
B
U
1
C
M
2
D
U
1
ToS Code: AP / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
U
2
C
U
2
D
R
4
ToS Code: U / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
R
3
B
M
2
C
U
1
D
R
3
4.1 Notice things that are not in
their proper place and organize
them in an aesthetic way
4.1 Notice things that are not in
their proper place and organize
them in an aesthetic way
D. Establish a foundation that aims to provide seminars and support groups
and become a motivational speaker for disabled people in spite of her lack of
training for the mentioned profession.
_______11. Which paradigm of viewing the environment involves understanding
that elements of nature exist alongside each other in cyclical relations (Ex. Life
cycles)?
A. Aesthetic
B. Deep Ecology
C. Ecocentric
D. Social Ecology
_______14. Capitalism is a manifestation of what environmental paradigm?
A. Ecocentric
B. Prudence
C. Frugality
D. Anthropocentric
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ELIMINATE QUESTION
4.2 Show that care for the
environment contributes to
health, well-being and
sustainable development
_______12. Which of the statements below is FALSE?
A. Environmental care is shown by our ability to respect the existence of all
living things.
B. Man, having the unique ability to reason, should act as shepherds over all
other living things.
C. Monitoring your carbon footprint makes us more aware of the lasting
damage we make to the environment.
D. Adapting the cyclical & relational paradigm of ecocentrism, everything that
we do would eventually come back to us through nature.
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
C
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: E / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
M
3
C
M
3
B
R
5
ToS Code: C / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
R
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B
U
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C
U
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D
M
3
ToS Code: R / F
Choice
SOLO
code
A
U
Points
4.2 Show that care for the
environment contributes to
health, well-being and
sustainable development
_______13. Sustainable development aims to balance human activities and
economic progress with environmental protection. Which situation shows
sustainable development?
A. Jerrald, a service crew, put together all the wasted food, plastic cups, and
other garbage in one trash bin.
B. KPJ, a mining company, opted to save money by not building an
adequate mining waste storage facility.
C. Harold, a businessman, purchased a big area of farmland and chose to
convert it into a subdivision, which resulted in the uprooting of trees and the
cementing of streams.
D. Jake, a mayor of a city, led a campaign to protect several hectares of
forested land in his city as a watershed area and banned loggers and miners
from entering the area.
D
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4.3 Demonstrate the virtues of
prudence and frugality towards
environments
_______14. Which courses of actions below would allow you to display genuine
prudence and frugality?
A
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_______15. A social contract allows rational people to sacrifice in exchange for a
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system that offers them a sense of security and order. Who was the philosopher that
had this idea of social contract?
A. Jean Jacques Rousseau
B. John Locke
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I. Vowing to live a zero-waste life.
II. Investing in solar panels for a farm with renewable energy.
III. Using the bike as opposed to using a car because you are trying to save
money for a new big motorcycle.
A. I and II
B. I and III
C. II and III
D. I, II, and III
5.1 Evaluate and exercise
prudence in choices
1
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
B
U
1
C
P
0
D
M
2
ToS Code: AP / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
M
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B
P
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C
U
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D
U
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ToS Code: U / C
Choice
SOLO
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B
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C
M
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Points
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P
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B
U
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C
M
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D
U
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C. John Rawls
D. Thomas Hobbes
5.1 Evaluate and exercise
prudence in choices
_______16. Which situation exercises prudence in choices?
A. Gerry makes sure that all his decisions are reasonable and logical.
D. Mark believes that everything that happens to him is destined and not a
result of choices.
C. Marissa follows everything she reads on social media in curing her
mystery sickness.
D. James relies on his mother in making all of his decisions even if he is
already a full grown adult.
A
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5.2 Realize that: a. Choices have
consequences. b. Some things
are given up while others are
obtained in making choices
_______17. Daniel is accountable for his action of telling lies to his mother and its
consequences. Which element of freedom does Daniel exercise?
A. Determination
B. Prudence
C. Responsibility
D. Volunteerism
C
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5.2 Realize that: a. Choices have
consequences. b. Some things
are given up while others are
obtained in making choices
_______18. In Philosophy class, Clint's teacher instructed him to photocopy
handouts and materials. Clint's teacher inadvertently included a copy of the final
exam in the stack he handed him. If you were Clint, which course of action best
displays St. Thomas Aquinas’ sense of freedom?
A. I will photocopy the exam so I can find the answers before the exam day.
B. I will quickly glance at the exam and only remember a few things so as
not to feel too guilty.
C. I will immediately return the copy of the exam to my teacher without
reading the questions.
C
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Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: AN / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
R
5
C
U
2
D
P
1
ToS Code: U / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
P
0
C
U
1
C
R
3
D
P
0
ToS Code: R/ F
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
P
0
B
U
1
C
M
2
D
P
0
ToS Code: C/ C
5.3 Show situations that
demonstrate freedom of choice
and the consequences of their
choices
D. I will share the copy of the exam with my classmates so that everyone in
our class will get high scores.
_______19. As the saying goes “My freedom to swing my fist ends where your nose
begins. What statement explains this saying in relation to freedom?
A.
Human freedom is not essential but absolute.
B.
Human freedom is essential but not absolute.
C.
Human freedom is both essential and absolute.
D.
Human freedom is both not essential and not absolute
B
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6.1 Realize that intersubjectivity _______20. Hans believes that every person has a unique relationship between
requires accepting differences
distinct subjects that allows him to engage in a very intimate and personal
and not imposing on others
relationship with others. What concept best describes Han's belief?
A. Analytical Thinking
B. Dialogue
C. Intersubjectivity
D. Seeming Behavior
C
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6.2 Explain that authentic
dialogue means accepting
others even if they are different
from themselves
_______21. What happens when persons are willing to share themselves with one
another and are aware of other’s presence as true persons?
A. Alienation
B. Authentic Dialogue
C. Availability
D. Intersubjectivity
B
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6.2 Explain that authentic
dialogue means accepting
_______22. A dialogue occurs when two persons “open up” to each other and give
and receive one another in their encounter. How does establishing dialogue with
others benefit a person?
B
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Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
R
5
C
M
3
D
M
3
ToS Code: U / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
P
0
B
U
1
C
M
2
D
M
2
ToS Code: AN / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
1
B
M
3
C
M
3
D
R
4
others even if they are different
from themselves
I. improves relationships and cooperation
II. creates non-judgmental and free-flowing space
III. develops insecurity and biased thoughts
IV. builds a climate of doubts and suspicions
A. I and IV only
B. I and II only
C. I, II, and III only
D. I, III and IV only
6.3 Performs activities that
demonstrate an appreciation
for the talents of persons with
disabilities and those from the
underprivileged sectors of
society
_______23. Georgia, a member of LGBTQ+, is treated not the exact same way as
others but, rather, based on what she needs to succeed in life, regardless of her
status. What concept is being shown here?
A. Acceptance
B. Empathy
C. Equality
D. Equity
D
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6.3 Performs activities that
demonstrate an appreciation
for the talents of persons with
disabilities and those from the
underprivileged sectors of
society
_______24. Ronald, a grade 11 student, was diagnosed with mild Attention-Deficit /
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). If you were Ronald’s classmate, what is the
best way you can help him?
A. I will give him the answers to our tests and quizzes.
B. I will help patiently explain the topics that he has difficulty understanding.
C. I will tell my other classmates that he has ADHD to make other students
aware of his disability and allow them to adjust in dealing with him.
D. Both B and C
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Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: E / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
M
3
B
M
3
C
P
1
D
R
5
ToS Code: U / F
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
1
B
P
0
C
M
2
D
U
1
ToS Code: C / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
2
B
U
2
C
U
2
D
U
2
7.1 Recognize how individuals
form societies and how
individuals are transformed by
societies
_______25. Human relations are transformed in the society that lead to the
transformation of its members. Which situation supports this claim?
A. Jana withdrew her membership in her community due to conflict among
members about the rules and leadership issues.
B. Ben became aggressive towards his community he belonged to even if all
his community members treated him nicely.
C. Michelle realized her worthiness when she was not affiliated to any
groups or organizations in her community.
D. KC joined the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and became responsible and
dedicated to his services in helping others.
D
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7.2 Compare different forms of
societies and individualities (eg.
Agrarian, industrial and virtual)
_______26. Which society is based on the use of specialized machinery in the
production of goods and services?
A. Agricultural society
B. Feudal Society
C. Industrial Society
D. Modern Society
C
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7.2 Compare different forms of
societies and individualities (eg.
Agrarian, industrial and virtual)
_______30. Joseph’s gratification and contentment rely on how much he can buy C
using his money. The more money he spends, the more powerful he becomes
in society. What type of contemporary society depicts his behavior?
A.
Throw-Away Society
B.
Society of Spectacle
C.
Consumerism
D.
Feudal Society
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ELIMINATE QUESTION
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
ToS Code: R / P
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
1
B
U
1
C
P
0
D
R
3
7.3 Explain how human
relations are transformed by
social systems
_______31. Society greatly influences the individual, as it determines to a certain C
extent a person’s identity. Which statement does NOT describe society?
A.
B.
C.
D.
It recognizes the capability of the person to develop.
It provides its members with opportunities to better oneself.
It allows its members to renounce their identity to become noncitizens of any nation.
It ensures its members are productive and it realizes their potential.
not
procedur
al
ELIMINATE QUESTION
ToS Code: R / F
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
U
1
B
M
2
C
U
1
D
P
0
ToS Code: AP / C
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
R
4
B
R
4
8.1 Enumerate the objectives
he/she really wants to achieve
and to define the projects
he/she really wants to do in
his/her life
_______27. Who was the philosopher who uttered this famous dictum “The B
unexamined life is not worth living”?
8.1 Enumerate the objectives
he/she really wants to achieve
and to define the projects
he/she really wants to do in
his/her life
_______28 Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher, believed that a meaningful D
conflict is a path that can lead to a change. Which situation does NOT support this
claim?
A. Ben appreciated his success after overcoming all his obstacles he
encountered along the way.
B. Jasmin became braver when she learned to accept her mistakes and
forgive others.
A. Plato
B. Socrates
C. Aristotle
D. Jean-Paul Sartre
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
dictum
mentione
d is a
reflection
on
achievem
ents in
life as
depicted
in the
module;
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C
M
3
D
U
1
ToS Code: U / M
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
M
2
B
U
1
C
P
0
D
U
1
ToS Code: C / M
Choice
SOLO
code
Points
A
R
5
B
M
3
C
M
3
D
U
2
C. Hannah failed many times in her exams but took this experience as
motivation to do her best all the time.
D. Howard allowed himself to be consumed by his sufferings that led him to
surrender when faced with conflicts.
8.2 Reflect on the meaning of
his/her own life
_______29. James believes that you are what you do, not what you dream of. Who
do you think influenced James's view about life?
A. Jean-Paul Sartre
B. Martin Heidegger.
C. Friedrich Nietzsche
D. Arthur Schopenhauer
A
ok
8.2 Reflect on the meaning of
his/her own life
_______30. Martin Heidegger believes that everything ends, nothing lasts forever and A
no one can escape death. Which statement implies his belief?
ok
I. accepts the temporality of all things in the world
II. makes use of the time wisely
III. never stops pleasing others
A. I & II
B. I & III
C. II & III
D. I only
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.
Codes:
Revised Bloom’s
Knowledge Domain
SOLO
R – remember
F – factual
P – pre-structural
U – understand
C – conceptual
U – unistructural
An – analyze
Ap – apply
E- evaluate
P – procedural
M - metacognitive
M – multi-structural R – relational
C - create
*There is a chance that the
levels of understanding are not
all represented in your choices.
Just make sure to identify
which items will have the
specific scores. Highest score
goes to the correct answer.