Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region V
Division of Camarines Sur
GOA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Goa, Camarines Sur
S/Y 2025 - 2026
SHS MIDTERM / 1ST QUARTER EXAMINATION
EMPOWERMENT TECHNOLOGY
DO NOT WRITE ANYTHING ON THIS TEST QUESTION
I. Multiple Choice
In this multiple-choice examination, carefully read and follow these instructions to ensure a smooth testing
experience. Begin by entering your full name on the PROVIDED ANSWER SHEET. Respond to each question by
CLEARLY MARKING THE CIRCLE CORRESPONDING TO YOUR CHOSEN ANSWER. Take note that there is only
one correct response for each question. Manage your time effectively to attempt all questions within the allotted
timeframe. Maintain academic integrity throughout the examination, refrain from communication with other
students, and seek clarification from the invigilator if needed. Best of luck!
1. What does Rule #1: "Remember the human" primarily emphasize in communication?
A. Using technical jargon to show expertise B. Treating the person you are interacting with respect
C. Ignoring emotional cues D. Prioritizing speed over clarity in responses
2. What is the primary focus of Internet law, also known as cyber law?
A. Regulating physical property disputes B. Applying legal principles to Internet use
C. Developing computer hardware and software D. Governing international trade agreements
3. Which function key is used to refresh or reload a webpage or document window?
A. F1 B. F2 C. F4 D. F5
4. What does character formatting refer to?
A. Applying attributes to an entire paragraph B. Applying properties to individual characters
C. Changing the page layout of a document D. Inserting images into a document
5. What does the term refer to when it is described as a data source or record of names, addresses, and selected
information that can be customized by the user?
A. Spreadsheet B. Database C. Mailing list D. Calendar
6. What is an online system?
A. A device that works offline B. A collaboration of hardware, software, and network devices
C. A software that only stores data locally D. A single application used for word processing
7. What does Information and Communications Technology (ICT) refer to?
A. Watching movies and games B. Hardware repair
C. Processing and transmitting information D. Cooking techniques
8. What is a website?
A. A single page on the internet B. A collection of linked web pages
C. A software program D. A social media app
9. What is the correct order of steps in the 5-Step Simple Search Process?
A. Search, Clarify, Evaluate, Delve B. Clarify, Search, Delve, Evaluate
C. Delve, Evaluate, Clarify, Search D. Evaluate, Delve, Search, Clarify
10. Which of the following best describes malicious software (malware)?
A) Improves computer performance B) For educational use
C) Invades or damages systems D) Backs up and restores data
11. Which of the following best explains why formatting a document is essential?
A) Increases file size B) Enhances clarity
C) Makes reading hard D) Removes writing rules
12. How does the Cyber World (Cyberspace) fundamentally differ from the physical environment?
A) It is limited by physical boundaries. B) It is virtual and unbounded.
C) It is strictly regulated physically. D) It occupies physical locations.
13. How does social media primarily enhance communication among users?
A) Limits sharing to close friends B) Enables instant information exchange
C) Requires physical meetings D) Prevents media sharing
14. What is the primary purpose of intellectual property laws like copyright, trademark, and patent laws?
A) Restrict public access to creations B) Protect creators' exclusive rights
C) Allow free use of inventions D) Limit innovation and creativity
15. What is the main function of a word processor?
A) Create and edit text B) Store files securely
C) Browse the internet D) Manage hardware devices
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region V
Division of Camarines Sur
GOA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Goa, Camarines Sur
S/Y 2025 - 2026
16. Who are Internet Predators?
A) People who share funny videos B) Social media influencers
C) Online gamers D) Individuals who lure children online for sexual
acts
17. What do graphics primarily include?
A) Written articles B) Audio recordings
C) Photos and illustrations D) Mathematical formulas
18. What does the "Clarify" step in a search process mainly involve?
A) Defining the topic or question clearly B) Searching for random information
C) Evaluating the reliability of sources D) Citing the sources used
19. What does the term "Hardware" refer to in computing?
A) Physical parts of a computer B) Software programs installed
C) Online data storage D) Network connections
20. What is "Data" in the context of ICT systems?
A) Raw facts or figures B) Processed information only
C) Computer hardware components D) Software applications
21. Which skill is most directly evaluated when assessing how well a user arranges text and images on a document
page?
A) Typing speed B) Keyboard use
C) Page layouting D) Text formatting
22. Which action best demonstrates good netiquette online?
A) Ignoring messages B) Sharing passwords
C) Posting urgent spam D) Respecting others’ opinions
23. When using Microsoft Word, which step is essential to properly create and format a document?
A) Installing software updates B) Sharing the document online
C) Typing and formatting text D) Printing without saving
24. What does technological convergence mainly involve?
A) Combining multiple technologies into one device B) Removing features from old devices
C) Using separate devices for each function D) Limiting technology to one purpose
25. Which is one of the main formal ways to regulate the Internet?
A) Laws enacted by governments B) Voluntary user agreements
C) Internet speed limits D) Social media trends
26. Which shows effective use of images?
A) Any image B) Ignore credits
C) Excess edits D) Quality, credited, minimal edits
27. Which example best demonstrates communication technology in action?
A) Sending emails instantly B) Writing letters by hand
C) Printing newspapers D) Listening to a radio show
28. What is online research?
A) Collecting information from the Internet B) Writing a paper by hand
C) Calling experts for answers D) Watching TV programs
29. Which is NOT a tool for social interaction?
A) Instagram B) Mobile Legends
C) Microsoft Word D) Twitter
30. What does netiquette mean?
A) Online etiquette B) Internet speed
C) Cyberbullying D) Computer hardware
31. What does a search engine do?
A) Stores files locally B) Searches information online
C) Prints documents D) Edits videos
32. Which is a component of ICT?
A) Newspaper B) Television
C) Bicycle D) Software
33. Why is the "search" step important in the 5-Step Simple Search Process?
A) Cite your sources B) Clarify query only
C) Find relevant information efficiently D) Evaluate information quality
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region V
Division of Camarines Sur
GOA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Goa, Camarines Sur
S/Y 2025 - 2026
34. How does technological convergence improve devices?
A) Separates device functions B) Combines functions of multiple devices
C) Removes features for simplicity D) Limits internet access
35. What best describes a dynamic web page?
A) Only shows images B) Content never changes
C) Content changes each time visited D) Displays text only
36. Why should images used online be copyright free?
A) To ensure slow loading B) To have low resolution
C) To increase page size D) To avoid legal issues
37. What is the main purpose of online payment systems?
A) Facilitate money transfer for purchases B) Store customer data offline
C) Control internet speed D) Send marketing emails
38. When performing online research, what should you do after clarifying your topic?
A) Use best keywords to search B) Cite all found data immediately
C) Ignore irrelevant results D) Memorize all information found
39. How can a business use an online platform effectively?
A) Only advertise offline B) Avoid online customer interaction
C) Offer goods or services online D) Refuse online payments
40. What should you do to practice good netiquette?
A) Ignore messages B) Share passwords freely
C) Post spam links D) Respect others’ opinions online
41. Which is a good example of social interaction online?
A) Writing in a personal diary B) Watching TV alone
C) Chatting on Messenger D) Printing email
42. How does an online system’s server function?
A) Stores data in the system B) Connects devices physically
C) Controls device hardware D) Edits user document
43. Why might you need to evaluate sources in online research?
A) To avoid citing sources B) To download full documents
C) To ensure reliability and accuracy D) To speed up the search
44. Which component of ICT deals with computer programs used to process data?
A) Procedure B) Hardware
C) People D) Software
45. How does virtual self relate to online presence?
A) It is a digital representation to interact virtually B) A physical person online
C) A hardware device D) A type of software only
46. What differentiates Web 2.0 from Web 1.0?
A) Pages have no multimedia B) Only static pages with text
C) Users can interact and share content D) Webpages cannot change
47. How does technological convergence affect communication technology?
A) Combines different communication methods B) Separates communication channels
C) Slows down internet access D) Removes wireless options
48. Which practice best ensures online research is responsible?
A) Evaluating source credibility before use B) Copying all data found without checking
C) Ignoring citations D) Only using one source for info
49. What is an example of good online safety behavior?
A) Protect personal information B) Share passwords
C) Respond to all requests immediately D) Click all links received
50. What defines a credible social media platform?
A) Has no user controls B) Promotes false information
C) Allows safe interaction and info sharing D) Ignores privacy settings
“Don’t stress, just do your best and let the results speak for themselves.”
Best of Luck!