Mary the Queen College (Pampanga), Inc.

FINAL EXAMINATION IN SHSPHILO

Philosophy of the Human Person
1st Semester A.Y. 2018 - 2019

NAME: DATE:
SECTION: Instructor:

I. Multiple Choice
Direction: Write the letter of the correct answer on the provided answer sheet.
1. There are three major views regarding the relationship between humanity and the environment. Which among the
views believes that humans are the most important species on the planet and they are free to transform nature
and use its resources?
A. Anthropocentrism B. Biocentrism C. Ecocentrism D. Centrism
2. This environmental view drives the activities of humane organizations that advocate the ethical treatment of
animals.
A. Anthropocentrism B. Biocentrism C. Ecocentrism D. Centrism
3. This third environmental view believes that humankind is part of a greater biological system or community and we
have significant role as stewards or guardians of nature.
A. Anthropocentrism B. Biocentrism C. Ecocentrism D. Centrism
4. Which among the following is a disorder in our environment brought about by nature itself?
A. global warming B. pollution C. smoking D. typhoon
5. What is the significant role of philosophy in the development of the environmental awareness and action?
A. Ethics B. Logic C. Metaphysics D. Epistemology
6. Sustainability relies on three important principles. Which among the principles refers to the maintaining the state
of environment where human activities should not only unduly disrupt the ecosystems and human communities
located in the area?
A. Environmental Ethics B. Environmental integrity C. Economic efficiency D. Equity
7. This principle on sustainability refers to prudence in decision-making regarding the use of resources.
A. Environmental Ethics B. Environmental integrity C. Economic efficiency D. Equity
8. Another principle in sustainability demands that we use our natural resources in such a manner that these are
conserved so that the next generation will be able to use them.
A. Environmental Ethics B. Environmental integrity C. Economic efficiency D. Equity
9. Which of these statements about humankind and nature is not true?
A. Humankind can use natural resources without regard for the consequences.
B. Humankind has a unique relationship with nature.
C. Humans are able to transform and change the environment.
D. Humans are stewards of nature.
10. Which among the statement does NOT reflect environmental ethics?
A. Man must take action to solve environmental problems.
B. Natural disasters are unrelated to human activities.
C. We should reflect on how our actions show regard for nature.
D. We must uphold the welfare of the environment and everything in it.
11. This is the ability to make choices and perform actions, and is an intrinsic and essential property of the human
person.
A. command B. intersubjectivity C. freedom D. Voluntariness
12. This is freedom from any physical restraint.
A. Psychological Freedom B. Moral Freedom C. Physical Freedom D. Social Freedom
13. This is the freedom of choice
A. Psychological Freedom B. Moral Freedom C. Physical Freedom D. Social Freedom
14. A kind of freedom that upholds human dignity and goodness.
A. Psychological Freedom B. Moral Freedom C. Physical Freedom D. Social Freedom
15. This is the ability to act one’s own free will and self-determination.
A. Freedom B. intersubjectivity C. Voluntariness D. Responsibility
16. This refers to the person being accountable for his or her actions and their consequences.
A. Freedom B. intersubjectivity C. Voluntariness D. Responsibility
17. This is an organized group of people whose members interact frequently and have a common territory and
culture.
A. Society B. Social contract C. Social System D. Social Classes
18. This is an agreement among individuals to sacrifice some of their wants and submit to a higher authority.
A. Society B. Social contract C. Social System D. Social Classes

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19. This is an organized or patterned set of relationships among individuals and groups that compose a society.
A. Society B. Social contract C. Social System D. Social Classes
20. These are composed of individuals who have similar backgrounds and perform similar roles in society.
A. Society B. Social contract C. Social System D. Social Classes

II. True or False

Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is wrong. Write your answer on the provided answer
sheet.

1. Man has the natural tendency to establish relationships with other people.
2. We are primarily aware of people as objects and not as persons.
3. The views and ideas of other people, as well as social context, do not influence our behavior as individuals.
4. Intersubjectivity refers to shared awareness and understanding among people.
5. “Seeming” refers to the capacity of individuals to engage in genuine interaction with others.
6. An authentic relationship is possible only if individuals acknowledge each other’s presence as persons.
7. Availability refers to the willingness of a person to make himself or herself available for another.
8. All humans find it difficult to have meaningful relationships with others.
9. Empathy requires an individual to accept the other as thinking, feeling person.
10. Ethics of care believes that persons help one another because of their selfish interests.

III. Form of Society

Direction: Determine which form of society is referred to by the following statements. Write the letter of your answer on
the provided answer sheet.
A. Hunting and Gathering Society E. Feudal Society
B. Pastoral Society F. Industrial Society
C. Horticultural Society G. Post-Industrial Society
D. Agrarian Society

1. This society is based on knowledge, information, and the sale of services

2. This society is based on the ownership of land.
3. The earliest and simple form of society.
4. This society features large-scale and long term cultivation of crops and domestication of animals.
5. This society primarily relies on the domestication of animals for food.
6. This society is generally small in size and is composed of families.
7. This society uses machinery in producing goods and services.
8. This society has given rise to the virtual society.
9. In this society, those who own land are considered most powerful and influential.
10. This society engages in the small-scale cultivation of plants.

IV. Happiness and Suffering: Death and Life

Direction: Give advice to the following people in various situations. Write you 2 to 3 sentences of advice on the provided
answer sheet.

1. Your brother is an overachiever. Being on top of the class is what makes him feel fulfilled. However, for the first
quarter, he got grades lower than usual. He is extremely saddened by this and becomes withdrawn and allof.
2. Your best friend is dating a married man. Despite her family’s disapproval, she does not want to break up with
him. She says that he is the only one who makes her very happy.
3. Your classmate is going through tough times. His parents died in a car accident, his family is experiencing financial
difficulties, and his long-time girlfriend broke up with him. He constantly talks about taking his own life to end his
problems.
4. Your cousin is battling a terminal disease. She has a loving and helpful support system comprised of family and
friends, yet her fear of dying is getting worse. She feels depressed and loses sleep over the idea of passing away
soon.

Prepared by: Approved by: Received by:

MICHELIN G. DANAN DENNIS S. RAYMUNDO NIKEE N. SERRANO

Teacher Social Science Coordinator PO Assistant
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 ANSWER SHEET
Philosophy of the Human Person Final Examination
1st Semester A.Y. 2018 – 2019
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NAME: DATE:
SECTION: Instructor:

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. 6. 11. 16.
2. 7. 12. 17.
3. 8. 13. 18.
4. 9. 14. 19.
5. 10. 15. 20.

II. TRUE OR FALSE

1. 3. 5. 7. 9.
2. 4. 6. 8. 10.

III. FORMS OF SOCIETY

1. 3. 5. 7. 9.
2. 4. 6. 8. 10.

IV. LIFE and DEATH

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Note: Use the back of the answer sheet if you need more space for test IV.

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 Mary the Queen College (Pampanga), Inc.
Table of Specification in
Philosophy of the Human Person Final Examination
1st Semester A.Y. 2018 – 2019

At the end of the course, 95% of the students are expected to achieve the following with at least 90% degree of
proficiency:

1. Differentiate the philosophical views and how they influence human action regarding the environment.
2. Discern the essence of true freedom.
3. Define intersubjectivity and how it defines human interactions and relationships.
4. Recognize how individuals form societies and how individuals are transformed by societies.
5. Reflect on the meaning of their own lives.

CONTENT K C App Ana S E TOTAL

The Human Person in the Environment 10 10
Freedom of the Human Person 10 10
Intersubjectivity 10 10
The Human Person in Society 10 10
Human Person Towards Life and Death 20 20
TOTAL 10 10 20 10 10 60

Types of Test Number of Items

I. Multiple Choice 20
II. True or False 10
III. Forms of Society 10
IV. Essay/ Advices 20
TOTAL 60

Prepared by: Approved by:

MICHELIN G. DANAN DENNIS S. RAYMUNDO

Teacher Social Science Coordinator