U10-U12 Flashcards
In the Philippines, the image of ___________ suggests a deep integration of Christianity and cultural values.
christ
Which term is described as a system where popularity counts more than the knowledge and competence of political candidates?
politics of personalities
T/F (morse):
Despite the tendency of the Filipino culture to be excessive, which results in social problems, society can always find new meaning to prosper.
According to Louis Luzbetak, culture is a dynamic concept that welcomes new meanings and interpretations.
T,F
Which term is described as a system based on a feudal master-and-servant relationship where the relationship between a public official and the ordinary citizen is likened to a patron and client?
patronage politics
Statements about the Philippine Church’s call to be shepherd and teacher to her flock
To boost the people’s capability to grow and govern themselves and to make leadership accountable
To deepen the Filipino sense of character
To promote the spirituality of citizenship toward solidarity
Why do Filipinos still vote for unqualified celebrities with criminal cases is not true?
people are not really thinking at all
T/F(morse):
Pay-off politics is not a big concern for Filipinos since it never affects our social and economic lives, and it is our culture to pay back.
However, in the eyes of our Christian faith, this practice directly contradicts our values of truth and justice.
F, T
Which of the following choices does not speak about the present Filipino political environment according to the Catechism for Filipino Catholics?
Most serious obstacle to achieving full development
Biggest bane in Philippine society
Promotes electoral integrity
Relentless corruption of values
promotes electoral integrity
Peace and joy are examples of this principle in Catholic social teaching because these are shared with all but are not privately owned by anyone. Which theme of Catholic social teaching does Bernard respond to best?
common good
T/F (morse):
Filipino values are humane and beautiful, if not excessive or lacking.
Pakikisama can result in a political dynasty in the realm of politics just for the sake of family interest.
T,T
Which term is described as a system of succession of political power by individuals belonging to the same heritage or multiple members of the same family occupying different positions in the governing sector of a province or city?
political dynasty
T/F (morse):
Deep religiosity and the practice of popular devotion in the country signifies that there will be no evil in the society.
However, Filipinos must work hard to resolve the problem of cultures like extreme pakikisama, exclusivity from close family ties, and indifference due to utang-na-loob.
F,T
Bernard loves to take care of the Earth. With this, he organizes every summer to gather hundreds of people to plant trees. Which theme of Catholic social teaching does Bernard respond to best?
care for our common home
T/F (morse):
Some of the hostile consequences of political dynasties is the lack of checks and balances in the government. Another adverse effect is the damage to family relationships because of the insatiable quest for money and power.
T,T
A certain president in a country moved to make peace treaties between the government and the rebels. She wants peace in her country and for all her people to feel such peace. This peace action advocated and regarded by many is an example of which principle of Catholic Social Teaching?
common good
A process by which an ecclesial community lives its Christian faith and experience within a given cultural context is called ____________.
inculturation
Street children have a special place in Hanna’s heart. She always celebrates her birthday together with them. Hanna’s attitude shows this theme of Catholic Social Teaching.
option for the poor
Consuelo always fights for the rights of human life. That is why seeing people being killed through extrajudicial killings infuriates her. What principle of Catholic Social Teaching does Consuelo’s fight show?
dignity of the human person
Which of the following statements embodies the sign of hope in Philippine politics?
discernment and moral outrage in the face of injustice
Which term is described as necessary for man’s self-expression and transformation by ‘becoming more of a human being.’?
work
it is the church being true to her mission
political involvement
Forbidding clerics to assume public offices which entails a participation in the exercise of civil power
pastoral prudence and the law of the church
Relationship of church and state not as a separation but as mutual autonomy and cooperation
critical collaboration or solidarity with the state
This includes “passing moral judgments even in matters related to politics, whenever the fundamental rights of man or the salvation of souls requires it
apostolicam actuositatem 15 & catechism of the catholic church 2246
