General Information Reviewer for the Civil Service Exam

General Information covers what every public servant should know about the Philippine government, the laws that govern public service, and the world around them. Unlike the other sections, this one depends on knowledge, so consistent review matters most.

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This free General Information reviewer on Civil Service Exam Reviewer has 8 parts and about 155 practice questions. Every question shows the correct answer and, in most cases, an explanation. Your score is checked against the 80% passing mark, and you can retake any part as often as you like.

What the General Information section covers

  • The Philippine ConstitutionThe structure of government, the Bill of Rights and the powers of the three branches.
  • Code of Conduct and Ethical StandardsRepublic Act No. 6713 and the norms of conduct expected from public officials and employees.
  • Civil service laws and rulesThe role of the Civil Service Commission and rules on public employment.
  • Peace, human rights and the environmentTopics on peace and order, human rights and environmental protection.
  • Philippine history and current affairsKey events, national symbols and basic general knowledge.

How to prepare for General Information

  • Start with the Constitution and RA 6713. They are the most frequently tested topics.
  • Make short notes or flashcards of key terms, numbers and names, and review them in small daily sessions.
  • Understand the reasoning behind a rule, not just the rule. It is easier to remember and to apply to new questions.
  • Read recent news from reliable sources for questions on current events.
  • Treat each practice test as a study tool. Read the explanation of every item you miss and note the fact it tests.

Sample General Information questions

Try these sample questions from our reviewer, then check the explanation below each one.

Sample question 1

The official motto used in 30th Southeast Asian Games is what?

  • We Care As One
  • We Play As One
  • We Win As One
  • We Will As One
Answer: We Win As One
The 30th Southeast Asian Games (Philippines, 2019) used the motto "We Win As One".

Sample question 2

What is the basic autonomous social institution
protected by the state?

  • Government
  • Community
  • Parish
  • Family
Answer: Family
Art. II, Sec. 12: the State recognizes the sanctity of family life and protects the family as a basic autonomous social institution.

Sample question 3

Article II, section 6 states that separation of
_____ and state shall be in voidable.

  • Military
  • President
  • Church
  • Politics
Answer: Church
Art. II, Sec. 6: the separation of Church and State shall be inviolable.

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