Naga College Foundation, Inc.

Liboton St., Naga City 4400, Philippines

COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
EDUCATION

Subject: CORRECTIONAL ADMINISTRATION 1

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1. It is the manner or practice of managing or controlling places of

confinement of as in jails or prisons including the execution of
punishment.
A. Correction C. Penal Management
B. Penology D. Protection

2. It refers to the study of punishment for crime or of criminal offenders.

A. Correction C. Penal Management
B. Penology D. Punishment
3. It is a branch of Criminal Justice System concerned with the custody,
supervision, and rehabilitation of criminal offenders.
A. Correction C. Penal Management
B. Penology D. Punishment
4. It is the task of changing an offender’s attitude so that he or she may
not commit another crime in the future.
A. Protection C. Expiation
B. Rehabilitation D. Correction
5. A division of criminology that deals with the prison management and
treatment of offenders, and concerned itself with the philosophy and
practice of society in its effort to repress criminal activities.
A. Correction C. Penal Management
B. Penology D. Punishment
6. It is the redress that the state takes against an offending member of
society that usually involves pain and suffering.
A. Penology C. Rehabilitation
B. Correction D. Punishment
7. It refers to the infliction of death penalty upon persons convicted of
serious crime.
A. Punishment C. Corporal Punishment
B. Correction D. Capital Punishment
8. A branch of criminology concerned itself with the management of
prisons and treatment of offenders. It is also known as penal science.
A. Correction C. Penal Management
B. Penology D. Protection
9. It refers to the infliction of physical pain upon a convicted criminal.
A. Punishment C. Corporal Punishment
B. Correction D. Capital Punishment

10. The word PENOLOGY was derived from the Latin word _________.
A. Peno B. Poena C. Pionu D. Poines

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 11. The Correction pillar is said to be the weakest pillar because
_______.
A. It fails to punish the individual
B. It punishes the innocent
C. It has no budget to provide adequate jail facilities.
D. It fails to reform and rehabilitate the individual
12. A penalty is correctional if _____________________.
A. It is prescribed by law
B. It punishes only the person who committed the offense
C. It has the same gravity for the offense committed.
D. It can change the behavior of an individual
13. A penalty is said to be legal if _____________________.
A. It is prescribed by law
B. It punishes only the person who committed the offense
C. It can change the behavior of an individual
D. It has the same gravity for the offense committed.
14. It describes a wide range of diversified programs, agencies, and
institutions as well as their respective philosophical goals, ideals and
theory about the nature of human’s society, crime and criminal
offender.
A. Penology C. Punishment
B. Correction D. Correctional Management
15. It refers to the justification that considers punishment as a social
defense wherein the society would be safer if criminals are placed
behind bars.
A. Atonement C. Reformation
B. Protection D. Retribution
16. He was the first Filipino to be meted the death penalty via lethal
injection on February 5 1999 for the case of rape.
A. Baby Lakay C. Leo Echegaray
B. Marcial Perez D. Andres Bonifacio
17. An agency under the Department of Justice tasked to effectively
sake-keep and rehabilitate national prisoners - those sentence to three
year and one day and above.
A. BJMP B. BUCor C. DILG D. DSWD
18. It is the law called as the Bureau of Corrections Act of 2013
A. RA 10575 B. RA 9263 C. E.O. 292 D. RA 6975
19. It pertains to personnel employed in the implementation of
reformation programs and those personnel whose nature of work
requires proximate or direct contact with inmates.
A. Corrections Technical Officers C. Escort Platoon
B. Custodial Officers D. Reformation Officers
20. The Bureau of Correction is headed by a Director with the
position and title of ________________________________.
A. Director of Prisons C. Head of the Bureau of
Corrections
B. Director General of Corrections D. Prison Director
21. The BuCor is headed by a director with the rank of
_______________________.
A. Chief Superintendent C. Undersecretary
B. Director General D. Superintendent
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22. That the Director and the Deputy Directors of the BuCor shall
serve a tour of duty of _____________________ from the date of
appointment.
A. 3 Years C. 4 Years
B. More than 6 Years D. Not Exceeding 6
Years
23. The Director and Deputy directors of the BuCor is appointed by
_____________.
A. Civil Service Commission C. President
B. DOJ Secretary D. Director of the BuCor
24. It is considered as one of the most open penal institution in the
world or "The Prison without Walls”.
A. Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm C. New Bilibid Prison
B. Sablayan Prison and Penal Farm D. Leyte Regional
Prison
25. Camp Bukang Liwayway under the NBP is considered as what
type of prison according to degree of custody?
A. Minimum Security C. Maximum Security
B. Medium Security D. Super Maximum Security
26. It refers to those detained for investigation, preliminary hearing,
or awaiting trial.
A. Detention Prisoners C. Sentenced Prisoner
B. Prisoner D. Prisoner who are on Safekeeping
27. It refers to under the law as insular prisoners. They are those
whose sentence is more than three years of imprisonment and are sent
to BUCOR.
A. Municipal prisoner C. City Prisoners
B. Provincial Prisoners D. National Prisoners
28. It includes highly dangerous or high security risk inmates as
determine by the classification board who require a high degree of
control and supervision.
A. Super Maximum Security Prisoner C. Medium Security
Prisoner
B. Maximum Security Prisoner D. Minimum Security
Prisoner
29. A small portion of any prison institution population consisting of
incorrigibles, recidivist, escape artist and chronic trouble makers.
A. Super Maximum Security Prisoners C. Medium Security Prisoners
B. Maximum Security Prisoners D. Minimum Security
Prisoners
30. An inmate wearing blue color of uniform is classified as
_________________.
A. Detainee C. Medium Security Prisoners
B. Maximum Security Prisoners D. Minimum Security
Prisoners

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 31. A special unit of prison where new prisoners undergo diagnostic
examination.
A. Receiving area C. Quarantine Cell
B. Reception and Diagnostic Center D. Half-way House
32. A written order of the court or other competent authority
consigning an offender to a jail or prison for confinement.
A. Commitment Order C. Carpeta
B. Mittimus D. Prison record
33. A warrant issued by a court bearing its seal and the signature of
the judge directing the jail or prison authorities to receive the
convicted offender for the service of sentence imposed therein or for
detention.
A. Commitment Order C. Carpeta
B. Mittimus D. Prison record
34. The BJMP was created under R.A. 6975 and was further organized
under ___________.
A. RA 8551 B. RA 9165 C. RA 9263 D. RA
10575
35. The Bureau (BJMP) shall be headed by a chief with the rank of
__________.
A. Director C. Chief Superintendent
B. Chief of BJMP D. Chief Inspector
36. It refers to the inmate record or jacket. It contains the personal
and criminal record of the inmate
A. Commitment Order C. Carpeta
B. Mittimus D. Prison record
37. It pertains to the Surprise inspection utilized in searching the
prisoner for possession of contrabands inside the prison cell and
compound maybe checked at anytime
A. Shakedown C. Strip search
B. Visual Cavity Search D. Greyhound
Operation
38. It is the process or result of formal training in school or
classrooms intended to shape the mind and attitude of prisoners
towards good living upon their release. It is the cornerstone of
rehabilitation.
A. Counselling and Casework C. Education Program
B. Work Program D. Recreational Program

39. The purpose of this program is to change the attitudes of

inmates by inculcating religious values or belief
A. Medical and Health Services C. Education Program
B. Religious Program D. Counselling and
Casework
40. In this treatment program, Inmate is given on-the-job training
and observation to determine his vocational interests and abilities and
to determine his attitude toward work.
A. Counselling and Casework C. Education Program
B. Work Program D. Recreational Program
41. The only program that is conducted during free time schedule
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A. Counselling and Casework C. Education Program
B. Work Program D. Recreational Program
42. An administrative device of correctional institutions of providing
varied and flexible types of physical plants for the more effective
custody, security and control of the treatment programs of its
diversified population.
A. Classification C. Diversification
B. Segregation D. Separation
43. It is the principle of separating homogenous type of prisoners. It
deals with the separation of inmates according to age, sex, medical or
mental condition and degree of custody.
A. Classification C. Separation
B. Diversification D. Isolation
44. It refers to the state of good order and behavior. It includes
maintenance of good standards of works, sanitation, safety, education,
health and recreation.
A. Prison Discipline C. Security
B. Preventive Discipline D. Control

45. It involves safety measures to maintain the orderliness and

discipline with in the jail or prison.
A. Prison Discipline C. Security
B. Preventive Discipline D. Control
46. It is a process of determining the needs and requirement of
prisoners for assigning them to programs according to their needs and
existing resources.
A. Classification C. Separation
B. Diversification D. Isolation
47. It refers to the guarding or penal safekeeping. It involves security
measures, locking and counting routines, procedures for searching
prisoners and their living quarters, and prevention of contraband.
A. Prevention B. Security C. Control D. Custody
48. It is the prompt correction of minor deviations committed by
prisoners before they become serious violations.
A. Prison Discipline C. Security
B. Preventive Discipline D. Control
49. It involves supervision of prisoners to ensure punctual and
orderly movement from one place work program or assignment to
another.
A. Prison Discipline C. Security
B. Preventive Discipline D. Control
50. How many times a Jail Officer should conducts headcount per
day?
A. At least twice a day C. At least four times a day
B. At least thrice a day D. At least five times a day
51. A surprise inspection utilized in searching the prisoner for
possession of contrabands inside the prison cell and compound maybe
checked at any time.
A. Operation Bakal C. Greyhound Operation
B. Strip Search D. Shakedown

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 52. The anti-riot group that is composed of guards trained on proper
handling and use of firearms who shall be ready to fire when the lives
of the guards are in peril on orders of the Officer-in-Command.
A. Custodial Force C. 2nd Group
B. 1 Group
st
D. 3rd Group
53. What is the main objective of the 1st anti-riot group?
A. To disperse the rioters and get their leaders
B. To serve as backup force
C. To disable at designated targets
D. None of the above
54. In case of mass jailbreak, all members of the custodial force shall
be immediately issued firearms and assigned to critical posts to
_______________.
A. To serve as backup force
B. To disperse the rioters and get their leaders
C. To disable at designated targets
D. To block the escape routes
55. The anti-riot group which serves as a backup force and are
equipped with tear gas, guns and grenades.
A. Custodial Force B. 1st Group C. 2nd Group
D. 3rd Group

56. The following are modes of promoting security and control in the
jail facility except:
A. Maintain strict control of firearms
B. Conduct regular headcounts of inmates
C. Maintain cleanliness inside the cells
D. Conduct frequent inspection
57. Which of the following is not a function of the custodial force?
A. Insure custody and safety of inmates
B. Censor inmate’s mail
C. Inspect security devices
D. Request for the transfer of an inmate
58. In case of emergency in the jail facility, what is the first thing to
do by a custodial officer?
A. Sound the alarm C. Implement Lockdown
B. Inform the Warden D. Escort the Inmates out of the Jail
59. If a custodial officer has detected any infringement or violation of
the jail rules and regulation, what must the officer do?
A. Sound the alarm C. Implement Lockdown
B. Inform the Warden D. Punish the violator immediately
60. If the total jail count does not tally with the total jail population in
the first count, what must the custodial officer do?
A. Conduct another count C. Report Immediately to the Warden
B. Notify the Nearest PNP D. Conduct hot pursuit operation
61. It refers to the process of inspecting and opening all incoming
and outgoing letters to determine if there are detrimental contents to
the security and lives of the inmates.
A. Strip Search C. Cavity Search
B. Operation Greyhound D. Censoring Mails

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 62. In censoring inmates’ mail, what must be done by the censor
officer if intercepted cash, checks and other contraband inside the
mail?
A. Confiscate Contrabands C. Inform the Warden
B. Notify the PNP D. Torture the inmate
63. What must first be done by the censor officer if a mail has been
received?
A. Censor the mail C. Immediately distribute the mail to the
addressee
B. Release the Inmate D. Burn the Mail
64. If during the censoring of mails, a bundle of money was
confiscated inside the mail, what must be first done by the Censor
Officer?
A. Sound the alarm C. Immediately punish the offender
B. Deposit the money to BPI D. Deposit said money to the Trust
Officer
65. The following are instances whereby prisoners and detainees
may be moved or transferred safely and humanely by trained
personnel who shall adopt the necessary level of security, supervision,
and control to ensure public safety except:
A. To appear, as witness before any court of justice or prosecutor’s
office
B. To appear as witness in any investigation or formal
C. To visit relatives birthday party
D. To undergo medical examination or treatment in a hospital or clinic.

66. An inmate may be transferred to another institution only upon

specific order of the court having jurisdiction over him/her, EXCEPT:
A. When in cases of serious illness C. When there is a rot
B. When the inmate is high profile D. When there is an
emergency
67. Viewing of the remains of the deceased relative can only be
made within what degree of affinity or consanguinity?
A. 1st Degree C. 3rd Degree
B. 2 Degree
nd
D. 4th Degree Affinity/consanguinity
68. The following are instances a jail warden can oppose the court
order allowing the inmate to view the remains of a deceased relative,
except:
A. If the deceased lying-in state is beyond 30 kilometer radius
B. The inmate has a record of escape or attempted escape
C. The inmate is high profile, high risk or violent extremist
D. None of the Above
69. If an inmate was given an approval to visit the remains of his/her
relative, for how long can he stay in the place where the remain of the
deceased lie in state?
A. Not more than 3 hours C. Not more than 6 hours
B. Not more than 5 hours D. Not more than 8 hours
70. In any emergency like riot or other jail disturbance that happens
on a weekend and when the immediate transfer to other BJMP-manned
jails of inmates involved is necessary, can the warden recommend the
transfer of the inmate?
A. No, there must be an approval of the court

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B. No, it will escalate the emergency situation
C. Yes, with first notifying the regional director
D. Yes, to ensure security in the jail
71. The following are circumstances an inmate maybe brought out of
jail, which is not?
A. To appear, as witness before any court of justice or prosecutor’s
office during preliminary investigation, arraignment or hearing of
a criminal case;
B. To appear as witness in any investigation or formal inquiry being
conducted by a government agency;
C. To view the remains of a deceased relative within the second
degree of affinity or consanguinity; and
D. To undergo baptism in the church
72. If the total jail count does not tally with the total jail population
after conducting a recount, what must the custodial officer do?
A. Conduct another count C. Report Immediately to the Warden
B. Notify the Nearest PNP D. Conduct hot pursuit operation
73. In transporting inmates, what is the primary reason the Jail
personnel should not discuss the transportation plans, schedules and
equipment to be used during the transport?
A. To prevent the escape of the inmate
B. To avoid compromise during the transport
C. To discourage the inmate from escaping
D. None of the above
74. Upon arriving at the destination, who should first disembark the
vehicle?
A. The driver C. The Escort personnel
B. The Inmates D. The passenger

75. The following are rules to be followed when transporting inmates,

except
A. Transfer shall be made only during daytime
B. The shortest and direct route to the destination shall be taken
C. Use rented vehicle to avoid compromise
D. The escort personnel shall not discuss the transportations plans
to the inmates
76. If in case during the transport the vehicle sustain mechanical
problems, what should the escort personnel do?
A. Call for immediate back up
B. Inform the headquarters immediately
C. Ignore the problem and continue
D. Repair the damage immediately
77. In the event that the vehicle sustain serious vehicular problem
during escorting and the radio and the mobile phone communication is
not possible, what should the escort personnel do?
A. Kill the inmates C. Flag down any motorist and ask for
help
B. Release the inmates D. Contact the headquarters
immediately
78. If during the transport the inmate escaped, what should the
escort personnel do?
A. Immediately apprehend the escapee

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 B. Call the ambulance
C. Notify the nearest law enforcement unit
D. Stay in the vicinity until reinforcement arrives
79. The following are rights of inmates, which is not included?
A. To be treated as a human being
B. To avail medical, dental and other health services
C. To be entitled to Good Conduct Time Allowance (GCTA) as
provided by law
D. To vote unless disqualified by law
80. An inmate has the right to read books and other reading
materials available in the library.
A. True B. False C. Yes D. No
81. It refers to an inmate who requires less supervision than other
inmates usually assigned with special tasks, he/she has no special
privileges, and is not allowed to work alone nor exercise any authority
over other inmates.
A. Escort Personnel C. Jail Aide
B. Detainee D. Trustee
82. The following are instances where an inmate may request a
leave from jail, except
A. Death or serious illness of family members
B. Immediate medical attention is needed
C. Inmate is seriously ill or injured
D. None of the above
83. A mode of securing the release of any person in custody or
detention for the commission of an offense who is unable to post bail
due to abject poverty. The court may release an inmate to the custody
of another or to a qualified individual where the inmate resides
A. Bail B. Recognizance C. Probation D.
Parole

84. If the convict has no property with which to meet the fine
imposed to him, he shall be subject to a __________at the rate of one
day for each amount equivalent to the highest minimum wage rate
prevailing in the Philippines at the time of the rendition of judgment of
conviction by the trial court.
A. Parole C. Subsidiary penalty
B. Probation D. Recognizance
85. A privilege granted to a prisoner that shall entitle him to a
deduction of his term of imprisonment.
A. GCTA B. Recognizance C. Probation D.
Parole
86. The controversial GCTA law of the philippines
A. RA 8551 B. RA 10592 C. RA 10591
D. RA 10575
87. As stated under the GCTA law, during the first two years of
imprisonment, an inmate shall be allowed a deduction of _________ for
each month of good behavior during detention
A. 5 days/month C. 25 days/month
B. 20 days/month D. 23 days/month

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88. It refers to the deduction of sentence by which after the inmate
has escaped during the conflagration has submitted himself again for
custody.
A. GCTA C. Probation
B. Recognizance D. Special Time Allowance
89. If an inmate has evaded the service of his sentence on the
occasion of disorders due to conflagrations, earthquakes, or other
calamities and then gives himself up to the authorities within 48 hours
following the issuance of a proclamation announcing the passing away
of the calamity or catastrophe to in said article. He is entitled to a
deduction of __________.
A. ½ of his sentence C. 1/8 of his sentence
B. 1/5 of his sentence D. 20 days/month
90. If Mr. B detained Mr. C for the violation of a light offense, how
much time is given to him to deliver the detained person to the proper
judicial authorities?
A. 12 hours B. 15 hours C. 18 hours D. 36 hours
91. If Mr. X helps in the escape of such a detained person, what
crime is he liable at?
A. Delay in the delivery of detained person
B. Delivery of prisoners from jail
C. Evasion of service of sentence
D. Delaying release
92. If an inmate escaped during the occasion of conflagration, within
how many hours should he give himself up for him to be entitled a
special time allowance?
A. Within 24 hours C. Within 48 hours
B. Within 36 hours D. Within 72 hours
93. Mr. Bano was arrested for the murder of his neighbor and was
detained in the police station by SPO1 Banak for 72 hours without
proper disposition. What case can be filed against SPO1 Banak?
A. Delay in the delivery of detained person
B. Delivery of prisoners from jail
C. Evasion of service of sentence
D. Delaying release

94. A crime committed by a public officer or employee who delays

for the period of time specified in Art 125, the performance of any
judicial or executive order for the release of a prisoner or unduly
delays the services of the notice of such order to said prisoner.
A. Delay in the delivery of detained person
B. Delivery of prisoners from jail
C. Evasion of service of sentence
D. Delaying release

95. Under Art. 125 of the RPC, how many hours shall a public officer
or employee deliver the arrested person to the proper judicial
authorities for him not be liable for delay in the delivery of detained
person if the crime committed is a capital offense?
A. Within 12 hours C. Within 36 hours
B. Within 18 hours D. Within 48 hours

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96. As provided under RA 10592 (GCTA Law), if an inmate is
performing good behavior during the third to the fifth year, inclusive of
his imprisonment, how many days shall be deducted to his sentence?
A. 5 days/month C. 23 days/month
B. 20 days/month D. 25 days/month

SUCCESS is not an accident, it is hard work,

perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most
of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.

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