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Read the statement carefully and comprehend what is being asked. Blacken the
letter inside the box in its corresponding answer on the answer sheet provided on the
individual sheet. Unnecessary marking in your paper is absolutely prohibited and it
might be nullify and void your answer. (Use ballpoint )
1. The first probation law was passed in the year 1878, in
a. Chicago b. Massachusetts c. England d. Pennsylvania e. New York
2. _________________ is a judicial disposition after which the defendant after conviction and sentence
is released, in the community subject to the conditions imposed by the court.
a. vacation b. parole c. probation d. conditional pardon e. none of these
3. Held as the father of probation in England he worked for the guardianship of parents and employers of
juvenile and first time offenders to save them from stigma of prison life.
A. Matthew Davenport Hill C. John Augustus
B. Edward N. Savage D. Sir Walter Crofton
4. How many days that the probation officer is mandatory to submit post sentence investigation?
a. 30 days b. 45 days c. 15 days d. 60 days
5. Probation which derived from the Latin word probare. Which means?
a. To prove, to test c. to honored
b. To investigate d. to supervise
6. Who introduced house bill 393 entitled “an act establishing Probation in the Philippines; providing
probation officers therefore and for other purpose.
a. Teodulo C. Natividad c. Ramon [Link]
b. Juan Ponce Enrikle d. A&C
7. In the level of supervision it refers to color wherein minimal attention is required and the
probationer is ordered to report once a month to the probation office.
a. Green plan card c. Yellow plan card
b. Red plan card d. brown plan card
8. Infant born in prison may be allowed with sentenced serving mother for____
a. 1 ½ years b. 3 year’s c. 2 years d. 1year
9. In the level of supervision it refers to color wherein the probationer is need of moderate attention
and required to report at least twice a month to the probation office.
a. Green plan card c. yellow plan card
b. Red plan card d. brown plan card
10. In the level of supervision it refers to color wherein the probationer is in need of considerable
attention and guidance. More twice a month reporting is required in such case.
a. Green plan card c, Yellow plan card
b. Red plan card d. brown plan card
11. What is the action of the court in case a probationer may violate his/her probation condition?
a. court releases the probationer to the community
b. court revoke probation and probationer goes to prison
c. court directs probationer to re-apply for probation
d. court order the continuation of probation
12. What being referred to when a warden is directly responsible for any act or omission of his
subordinates in relation to the performance of their duties?
a. delegation of authority c. flow of communication
b. supervision d. command responsibility
13. A privilege granted by the court to person convicted of a crime or criminal offense to remain with
the family instead of actually going to prison.
a. parole b. probation c. recognizance d. bail e. none of these
14. If petitioner is qualified, his application is referred to probation officer for ________________
a. Post-sentence identification c. post -sentence investigation
b. pre-released investigation d. post –sentence released
15. The court grants or denies the petition for probation within ______________ upon receipt of the PSIR.
a. 18 days b. 15 days c. 25days d. 30 days e. 60 days
16. How long is the period of Probation if the sentence is imprisonment for one year or less?
a. not more than 2years c. more than 2years
b. not more than 2months d. less than 2months
17. How long is the period of Probation if the sentence is imprisonment for more than 6 years or less?
a. not more than 6years c. more than 6years
b. not more than 6months d. less than 6months
18. The probationer must present himself to his probation officer within _________________
a. 3days b. 72hours c. 15days d. A&B e. none of these
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19. What act will the court do in case of violation of the condition for probation?
a. the court may modify the conditions for probation
b. the court may commit the probation the probation to jail
c. the court may revoke the probation
d. A&B
e. all of these
20. How many times can probation be enjoyed?
a. only once b. twice c. it defends d. it’s up to the court e. none
21. When can the court modify the conditions for probation?
a. at any time during supervision
b. after summary hearing when the probationer violated any of its conditions
c. upon application by the probation officer or the probationer himself
d. all of these
e. none of these
22. When does probation start_________________________________
a. upon issuance of the court c. after post-sentence investigation
b. upon recommendation of probation officer d. upon issuance of the court granting probation
23. Who has the power to grant, deny, modify, revoke and terminate probation?
a. prison superintendent c. only the judge who hear the case and decide the same
b. department of justice(DOJ) d. only the Chief Probation Officer
24. One who investigates for the courts a referral for probation or supervise a probationer or both.
a. police officer c. probationer officer
b. probation aid d. probationary
25. The offender may be released pending application for probation. Except one;
a. on the same bond he file during trial
b. on a new bond
c. to the custody of a responsible member of the community if unable to file bond
d. destierro
26. When should probation be denied?
a. the offender is need of correctional treatment that can be provided effectively by his commitment to
an institution
b. there is undue risk that during the period of probation the offender will commit another crime
c. probation will depreciate the serious of the offense committed
d. all of the above
27. The court will grant the probation if it finds
a. the offenders can be treated better in mental institution or other places for correction
b. the offender is dangerous risk to the community
c. the offense is grievous to the eye of the community
d. all of these
e none of these
28. All except one are the objective of probation.
a. to prevent the commission of another offense
b. to provide an opportunity for the reformation of a penitent offender which might be less probable if
he were to serve a prison sentence
c. to promote the correctional and rehabilitation of an offender by providing him with individual
treatment under the guidance of a trained probation officer
d. to provide an opportunity for the restitution of a penitent offender which might be less probable if
he were to serve a prison sentence
29. The following are advantages of probation, except one;
a. the government spends much less when the offender is released on probation than if he were placed
behind bar
b. the offender and his family are spared the embarrassment and dishonor of imprisonment
c. the offender is able to continue working and can therefore pay damages to the victim
d. the government spends much less when the offender served his/her sentence or placed behind bar
30. If you were the judge, who among the convicted offender below would you grant probation?
a. your brother who is convicted for murder
b. your perennial enemy who eloped with your wife who is convicted of rape
c. the paramour of your present wife who is convicted of oral defamation
d. none of them as they are all not worthy to be granted pardon
e. all of these
31. PO1 TACMAG was charged of less serious physical injuries. He was convicted of attempted murder
because his is moron. He changed lawyer who appeal his case to Court of appeals. The court of appeals
dismissed the appeal for luck of jurisdiction as the deciding lower court is a Municipal Trial Court. The
lawyer of PO1 TACMAG instead applied probation. If you were judge, would you approve the application?
a. yes, because his appeal is not considered an appeal at all
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b. yes, because the sentence is probationable
c. no, because he made appeal to higher court
d. no, because one who appealed the decision to higher court can no longer apply for probation
e. No, because the penalty for attempted murder is not probationable
32. Maxima Jelig Ugaje was facing ten cases in court. They were filed at the same time; hence, the
decision for each case was promulgated at the same time, wherein Rubio was convicted of the Viz crimes:
Oral Defamation-six months and one day to two years, slight physical injuries-thirty days to two months,
unjust vexation-one day to thirty day, intriguing against honor-ten days to thirty days, attempted
homicide-six months and one day four years, libel-six months and one day to four years, acts of
lasciviousness-two years and one day to six years, the other three case have a total penalty of six
months
If Maxima apply for probation, are you going to approve it being the judge?
a. No, the total number of imprisonment is more than six years
b. No, because of numerous cases, he is not worthy of probation
c. No, because from the number of case he was convicted, he is therefore to be put to prison to feel
the pain of imprisonment.
d. Yes, because not even one of the penalties imposed upon maxima is more than six years
e. All of these
33. The probation law in the Philippines is
a. R.A.6975 b. R.A.968 c. P.D.896 d. R.A.7112 e. None of these
34. The probation law was approved by then president Aquino on
a. July 12, 1976 b. July 21, 1976 c. July 25, 1976 d. July 24, 1976 e.
none of these
35. Maxima Ulager was convicted of a crime wherein he was meted a penalty of one year to years of
imprisonment. How many years would he be placed under probation?
a. 6 years b. 3 years c. 4 years d. 1 ½ year
36. __________are a catchall, because often both extremely violent and nonviolent offenders are placed in
common living areas.
a. Medium-security facilities c. Minimum-security prisons
b. Maximum-security prisons d. super maximum prisons
37. Refers to facilities that have had many stringent rules and restrictions. Inmates are isolated from
one another in solitary cells for long periods. These facilities have few amenities, and the cells
are sparsely furnished. Closed-circuit video cameras enable correctional officers to observe
prisoners in their cells or in work areas.
a. Medium-security facilities c. Minimum-security prisons
b. Maximum-security prisons d. super maximum prisons
38. In the United States, the highest security-level facilities are super-max or maxi-maxi prisons. Also
called ________ these prisons or areas within prisons have extraordinarily severe restrictions.
a. Solitary confinement c. control units
b. Solitary rules d. secure facility
39. The responsibilities of ________ include hiring and firing personnel, implementing new correctional
policies, insuring the safety of prisoners and staff, and establishing regulations to deal
effectively with rule infractions by staff or inmates.
a. Correctional institution c. prison warden
b. Bureau of correction d. prison guards
40. British social reformer, who was instrumental in obtaining the passage by Parliament in 1774 of two
penal reform acts that, improved sanitary conditions and health care in prisons. Later, Howard was
appointed commissioner of a new penitentiary where prisoners were to be rehabilitated through work
and religious teachings.
a. John Augustus c. John Howard
b. Alexander Maconoche d. John Godard
41. Historians consider the ________ in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to be the first U.S. prison that
attempted to rehabilitate offenders, rather than simply punish them.
a. Walnut Street Jail c. solitary confinement
b. Mark System d.” I silent system”
42. He believed that punishment had three legitimate purposes: to reform offenders, to prevent them from
committing future crimes, and to remove them from society temporarily until they developed a
repentant attitude.
a. H. Garofallo c. Benjamin Rush
b. c. Benjamin Rash d. Edmond leopard
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43. The Father of probation in England.
John Augustus c. John Howard
b. Matthew Devenport hill d. Frederick hill
44. This is a special unit of prison where new prisoners undergo diagnostic examination, study and
observation for the purpose of determining the program of treatment and training best to their needs
and institution to which they should be transferred.
a. solitary confinement b. RDC c. bartolina d. none of these
45. Prison Superintendent is obliged to perform the immediate member of the family or relative
of the prisoner if inmate__
a. escapes from prison c. is making good
b. becomes behaviorally dangerous d. is seriously ill
46. Parole was derived from the French word “parole d’ honeur” meaning_________.
a. justice b. freedom c. honor d. privilege
47. 20 years and 1 day to 40 years.
a. reclusion temporal c. reclusion Perpetua
b. life sentence d. imprisonment
48. 12 years and 1 day 20 years.
a. reclusion temporal c. reclusion Perpetua
b. life sentence d. imprisonment
49. Temporary release from jail or prison
a. bail b. recognizance c. furlough d. conjugal visit
50. What theory emphasized that punishment has a redemptive purpose?
a. Justinian theory c. Jordanians theory
b. Judean Christian theory d. code of Draco
51. Witness protection program act.
a. RA. 6981 b. RA. 7438 c. RA. 7659 d. RA. 9623
52. Defines the rights of the accused under custodial investigation.
a. RA. 6981 b. RA. 7438 c. RA. 7659 d. RA. 9623
53. An act re-imposing the death penalty.
a. RA. 6981 b. RA. 7438 c. RA. 7659 d. RA. 9623
54. Minimum number of times in counting the inmates on a daily basis.
a. Three b. Four c. Five d. Six
55. Person who are deemed instrumental in the reformation of prisoners due to their daily contact with
the inmates.
a. chaplain b. warden c. psychologist d. prison guards
56. Nobody can assume the suffering for the crime committed by others.
a. freedom of choice b. expiation c. deterrence d. personal
57. contrary to the rules and regulation of a prison or jails facility.
a. jewelry b. dangerous c. deadly weapons d. contrabands
58. All person in custody shall before final conviction, be entitled to bail as a matter of ______.
a. rights b. privilege c. preference d. choice
59. It is mainly responsible for the implementation of a prisoner s treatment program.
a. RDC b. warden c. classification committee d. medical officer
60. A method undertaken to allow prisoners opportunity for normal sex life.
a. conjugal visit b. valentine c. especial holiday d. all of these
61. The first probation law was passed in the year 1878, in ______.
a. Philippine b. Massachusetts c. England d. Pennsylvania
62. Who is the granting authority in giving probation to qualified petitioner?
a. prosecution b. DOJ secretary c. court d. president
63. Temporary custody of a person
a. kidnapping b. confinement d. safekeeping d. detainee
64. Penalty of six months and one day to six years of imprisonment.
a. prision mayor c. prision correctional
b. arresto menor d. indeterminate sentence
65. It is granted by the board of pardon and parole.
a. probation b. pardon c. conditional pardon d. parole
66. It refers to the term of imprisonment with no definite duration within a prescribe maximum.
a. Indeterminate sentence c. life imprisonment
b. temporary disqualification d. forfeiture of salary
67. The following are classification of penalties according to their gravity, except one;
a. capital b. afflictive c. corporal punishment d. correctional
68. responsible for locking the inmates in his brigade and conducting the correct count.
a. yard guard b. inspector of the guard c. keepers d. roving guard
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69. He shall see to it that the work assigned to inmates occupying the yard is properly performed as well
as its cleanliness and sanitation.
a. yard guard c. inspector of the guard
b. keepers d. roving guard
70. He is responsible for ascertaining the identity of persons seeking admission to the prison compound.
a. yard guard b. inspector of the guard
c. keepers d. gate guard
71. He shall be in charge of the prison custodial force and execute order and instruction of higher
authorities.
a. yard guard c. inspector of the guard
b. commander of the guard d. gate guard
72. He shall supervise keepers in their respective department and inspect all prison wards and cells
under his supervision.
a. chief overseer c. inspector of the guard
b. commander of the guard d. gate guard
73. It handles matters pertaining security of the institution and custody of prisoners.
a. administrative c. custodial division
b C. inspector of the guard d. yard guard
74. Punishment is a means of restoring the balance between pleasure and pain.
a. Justinian theory c. secular theory of punishment
b. Conical theory d. free will theory
75. Prisoners at RDC are of
a. medium security classification c. super security classification
b. minimum security classification d. maximum security classification
76. The valuables taken from the prisoner when he entered prison shall all be returned to him before his
release__
a. Yes b. No c. forfeited by prison d. throws
77. _________a forceful escape from jail or prison
a. destruction of prison facility c. disobey the authority
b. fight against inmates d. Jailbreak
78. Is typically defined as a group of three or more persons disturbing the peace for private
purposes.
a. destruction of prison facility c. disobey the authority
b. fight against inmates d. Riot
79. An infant born while the mother is serving sentence in the CIW may be allowed to stay with
the mother for a period not exceeding
a. one month b. 2 years c. 12months d. 10month
80. _____ in law, obtaining the release from custody of a prisoner by depositing a security to
guarantee the prisoner's surrender to proper legal authorities at a given time.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Amnesty d. Bail
81____ in law, act by which an individual or class of individuals is freed from the
consequences of having committed a breach of the law.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Amnesty d. reprieve
82. Amnesty, in international law, act of effacing and forgetting past offenses granted by the
government to persons who have been guilty of neglect or crime. The term is applied to
rebellious acts against the state.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Amnesty d. condition pardon
83____in criminal law, pledge of good conduct given by a person convicted of crime as a
condition of release from imprisonment before the expiration of the term of confinement.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Amnesty d. condition pardon
84. If the inmates shall be released has a pending criminal case, the director shall inform
the court where the case is pending of the inmates discharged from prison at least _____ before
the actual date of release.
a. 1month b. 1day c. 15days d. 10days
85. The director shall order or allow an inmate, to leave prison sixty 60 days before and
thirty days after the election, except for valid or legal reasons.
a. False b. true c. partially false d. partially true
86.. an inmate, shall ______ before his schedule of date of release, be transferred to the
separation and placement center to prepare him for reentry into the free society.
a. 1month b. 1day c. 15days d. 10days
87. All inmates eligible for release shall undergo a _______ seminar in preparation for his
life outside prison.
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a. 1month b. 1day c. 15days d. 10days
88. If escorting a group of inmates the Guards distance of not less than ______ from their
charge.
a. 2Meter b.3 feet c. 10 paces d. 5feet
89. In escorting duties for court hearing, the prison Superintendent shall provide at least
____ for every inmate.
a. 1 guard b. 2 guards c. 3 guards’ d. 4 guards
90. No prison officials shall proselyte inmates under his supervision or allow any inmate to do
so without the consent of the inmates concerned.
a. False b. true c. partially false d. partially true
91. A prison official, employee, guard, and or other husband or wives, and children, shall not
act as a sponsor or otherwise actively participated in any religious rites or activity
involving an inmate or member of the immediate family of an inmate.
a. False b. true c. partially false d. partially true
92. All offenders who demonstrate good behavior shall earn two telephone call to any authorize
individual every ninety 90 days.
a. False b. true c. partially false d. partially true
93. Seven months being permanently assigned to work in prison, an inmate may receive
compensation credits at rates to be prescribed by the prison director.
a. False b. true c. partially false d. partially true
94. It refers to anything which against or contrary to the rules and regulation of a prison.
a. Jewelry b. dangerous drugs c. deadly weapon d. contrabands
95. The bureau of correction is under the______
a. Correctional institution c. Department of justice
b. Bureau of Jail management and Penology d. Office of the President
96. ________ in criminal law, the temporary suspension of a sentence, such as a stay of
execution, granted a person convicted of a capital crime.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Reprieve d. GCTA
97. Deduction to the term of imprisonment due to the convict exemplary behavior while in
prison.
a. Pardon b. Parole c. Reprieve d. GCTA
98. A method undertaken to allow prisoners opportunity for normal sex life.
a. Visitation b. Masturbation c. Sodomy visit d. Conjugal visit
99. What is the main objective of segregation?
a. Diversification by age c. diversification by age of imprisonment
b. Diversification by sex d. prevention of physical and moral contamination
100. Its main objective is to prevent unnecessary custodial risk and prevent physical and moral
contamination from one group to another.
a. diversification b. segregation c. discipline d. classification
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