GROUP 6

CLJ 5

CRIMINAL EVIDENCE

QUESTIONS

1. A kind of evidence that can prove the fact in issue without the aid of any inference or
presumption.
A. Direct Evidence
B. Secondary Evidence
C. Primary Evidence
D. Relevant Evidence
2. A kind of evidence which is incontrovertible or that which cannot be controverted or overturned
by contradicting evidence.
A. Relevant Evidence
B. Competent Evidence
C. Conclusive Evidence
D. Corroborative Evidence
3. It is a kind of document that is a counterpart produced by the same impression as the original, or
from the same matrix, or by means of photography, including enlargements and miniatures, or by
mechanical or electronic recording, or by chemical reproduction, or by other equivalent techniques
which reproduce the original.
A. Original Document
B. Duplicate Document
C. Secondary Document
D. Primary Document
4. It means oral or testimonial evidence or evidence by words of mouth.
A. Secondary Evidence
B. Testimonial Evidence
C. Parole Evidence
D. None of the above
5. It refers to the act of declaration or omission of a party as to a relevant fact in issue. The
voluntary acknowledgement by express terms or by implication of the existence or truth of a fact in
issue.
A. Admission
B. Confession
C. Hearsey
D. Statement
6. It is an evidence which is not based on personal knowledge but just obtained from another
person.
A. Admission
B. Statement
C. Confession
D. Hearsey
7. The duty of a party to present evidence on the facts in issue necessary to establish his or her
claim or defense by the amount of evidence required by law.
A. Burden of Proof
B. Burden of Evidence
C. Conclusive Presumptions
D. Disputable Presumptions
8. One which assumes as true a fact not yet testified to by the witness, or contrary to that which he
or she has previously stated.
A. Impeachment
B. Leading Questions
C. Misleading Questions
D. Presumptions
9. A classes of documents that are written in official acts, or records of the sovereign authority.
A. Public Document
B. Private Document
C. Ancient Document
D. Public Record
10. The act of informing the court that the evidence or exhibit in inadmissible.
A. Objection
B. Impeachment
C. Inadmissible
 D. Decline
11. It is required or allowed amount of evidence to prove a claim or defense.
A. Weigh of Evidence
B. Sufficiency of Evidence
C. Reasonable Doubt
D. Quantum of Evidence
12. This is the kind of evidence needed for a party wot win in Civil Case.
A. Poof Beyond Reasonable Doubt
B. Preponderance of Evidence
C. Circumstantial Evidence
D. Evidence
13. This is the kind of evidence required before an administrative or quasi-judicial bodies in
Administrative Case.
A. Substantial Evidence
B. Proof Beyond Reasonable Doubt
C. Circumstantial Evidence
D. Evidence
14. This is the kind of evidence required in Criminal Case to convict an accused.
A. Preponderance Evidence
B. Evidence
C. Proof Beyond Reasonable Doubt
D. Substantial Evidence
15. The examination in chief of a witness by the party presenting him or her on the facts relevant
to the issue.
A. Direct Examination
B. Cross Examination
C. Re-direct Examination
D. Re-cross Examination
16. Under the rules of evidence, an object presented to court proceeding as exhibition is called
A. Prima Facie Evidence
B. Real Evidence
C. Documentary Evidence
D. Material Evidence
17. If an accused refused to plead or make a conditional plea of guilty, what shall be entered for
him
A. Plea of not Guilty
B. Plea of Guilty
C. Plea of Mercy Surrender
D. Plea of Something
18. In order for the prosecutor who conducted the preliminary investigation in a criminal case can
file an information with the court, the needed evidence is
A. Prima Facie
B. Proof Beyond Reasonable Doubt
C. Probable Cause
D. Testimonial
19. When is evidence presented in court for admissibility considered relevant to the issue
A. When it is not excluded by the law
B. When it has a direct bearing and actual connection to the facts and issue
C. When it is not immoral
D. When it is competent
20. What rule is observed when generally, there can be no evidence of a writing, the contents of
which is the subject matter of inquiry other than the original itself
A. Best Evidence
B. Parole Evidence
C. Documentary Evidence
D. Secondary Evidence
21. It is a formal reading of the charges against a person accused of a crime and latter asking him
whether he pleads guilty or not to the crime charged
A. Arraignment
B. Plea
C. Preliminary Investigation
D. Promulgation of Judgement
22. When an evidence is disallowed by the rules for having no rational probative value, the
evidence is rendered
A. Incompetent
B. Irrelevant
C. Incredible
D. None of the following
23. The rule upon which the court may deny the admission of secondary evidence is
A. Best Evidence Rule
B. Parole Evidence Rule
C. Equipoise Rule
D. Rule of Law
24. It is the result or the effect of evidence
 A. Law
B. Proof
C. Rights
D. Evidence
25. It is the evidence given by an ordinary person regarding of what he thinks
A. Opinion Evidence
B. Rebuttal Evidence
C. Testimony
D. None of the above
26. An evidence which will excuse a person from an alleged fault or crime
A. Electronic Evidence
B. Documentary Evidence
C. Exculpatory Evidence
D. Forgotten Evidence
27. Which among the following may disqualify a witness
A. Capacity of Observation
B. Capacity of Recollection
C. Capacity of Communication
D. Capacity of Knowledge
28. Prescribe the governing rules of evidence
A. Revised Penal Code
B. Constitution
C. Rules of Court
D. Rules on Criminal Procedure
29. In case of falsification of document what would be the best evidence
A. Authentic Document
B. Genuine Document
C. Questioned Document
D. Holographic Document
30. Who among the following are automatically disqualified to take the witness stand
A. Sick Person
B. Children
C. Homosexual
D. Insane Person
31. What meant by the word Evidence
A. Evidence is the sanctioned by the rules of court.
B. Evidence pertains to the means or procedures in determining the truth
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
32. Which is the best answer regarding the Direct Evidence.
A. It is the kind of evidence that can prove the fact in issue without the aid of any inference or
presumption
B. It is the kind of evidence that can prove the fact in issue with the aid of any inference or
presumption
C. It is the kind of evidence that cannot prove the fact in issue with the aid of any inference or
presumption
D. It is the kind of evidence that can prove the fact in issue within the aid of any inference or
presumption
33. How would you compare the Criminal Case and Civil Case
A. Criminal Case needs reasonable doubt to convict while Civil Case needs preponderance of
evidence in order to win
B. Criminal Case needs proof beyond reasonable doubt to convict while Civil Case needs
preponderance of evidence in order to win
C. Criminal Case don not need reasonable doubt to convict while Civil Case do not need
preponderance of evidence in order to win
D. None of the above
34. How would you compare the Judicial Admission and Extra-Judicial Admission
A. Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made during the court proceedings while the
Extra-Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made out of court
B. Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made during and after the court proceedings
while the Extra-Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made out of court
C. Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made during the court proceedings while the
Extra-Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made out of court or during court proceedings
D. Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made in the court proceedings while the Extra-
Judicial Admission is the kind of admission made out of court
35. What can you say about the doctrine of RES INTER ALIOS ACTA
A. It is the rights of a party that can be prejudiced by an act, declaration, or admission of
another
B. It is the rights of a party that cannot be prejudiced by an act, declaration, or admission of
another
C. It is the rights of a accused that can be prejudiced by an act, declaration, or admission of
another
D. It is the rights of a party that can be prejudiced by an act, declaration, or admission of one
another
36. What is the difference between Admission and Confession
A. Confession refers to the declaration of an accused acknowledging his or her guilt of the
offense charged while Admission refers to the act, declaration or omission of a party as to a
relevant fact in issue.
B. Confession refers to the declaration of an accused not acknowledging his or her guilt of the
offense charged while Admission refers to the act, declaration or omission of a party as to a
relevant fact in issue.
C. Confession refers to the declaration of an accused acknowledging his or her guilt of the
offense charged while Admission refers to the act, declaration or omission of a party as to a not
relevant fact in issue.
D. None of the Above
37. Choose the Best answer regarding the Primary Evidence
A. Mr. X sell his car to Mr. Y . The primary evidence is the photocopy of the Deed of sale of the
car executed between Mr. X and Mr. Y
B. Mr. X sell his car to Mr. Y . The primary evidence is the original copy of the Deed of sale of
the car executed between Mr. X and Mr. Y
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
38. How is Object evidence Presented
A. Object Evidence may be Export to, examined or viewed by the court
B. Object Evidence may be Import to, examined or viewed by the court
C. Object Evidence may be Analyzed, examined or viewed by the court
D. Object Evidence may be Exhibited to, examined or viewed by the court
39. Choose the best answer regarding the Previous Conduct
A. The accused was not previously convicted of theft or estafa
B. The accused was previously convicted of theft or estafa
C. The accused was previously done theft or estafa
D. The accused was previously committed theft or estafa
40. How can Dying Declaration admissible in court
A. If the notes was declaring the cause or circumstances surrounding the person’s death
B. If the notes was not declaring the cause or circumstances surrounding the person’s death
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
41. It is known as presumption or presumtiones juris. They are conclusive and disputable
presumptions
A. Presumption of Fact
B. Burden of Proof
C. Presumption of Poof
D. Presumption of Law
42. When a witness affirms that a fact did or did not occur
A. Primary Evidence
B. Positive Evidence
C. Secondary Evidence
D. Prima Facie Evidence
43. It is submitted to the court through the testimony or deposition of a witness. It is that which
directly comes out the witness mouth, oral or written, such as deposition and affidavits
A. Testimonial Evidence
B. Material Evidence
C. Relevant Evidence
D. Object Evidence
44. What would ascertain an alibi and denial in hearing
A. Testimony
B. Evidence
C. Proof
D. Positive Identification
45. Factum probans means
A. Evidentiary Fact
B. Ultimate Fact
C. Weigh of Evidence
D. Preponderance of Evidence
46. Cognizance of certain facts which judge may properly take a fact because they are already
know to them
A. Cognizance
B. Judicial Admission
C. Judicial Knowledge
D. Judicial Notice
47. Which among the following may not be a means to impeach judicial record
A. Want of jurisdiction in the court or judicial officer
B. Conclusion between the parties
C. Fraud in the party offering the record
D. Alteration
48. Which among the following may be used as evidence in a judicial processing
A. Privilege Conversation
B. Dying Declaration
 C. Testimony
D. Hearsey
49. Evidence of this kind are those which are capable of perception
A. Testimonial evidence
B. Corroborative Evidence
C. Real Evidence
D. Documentary Evidence
50. A duplicate receipt signed and carbon copied at the same time is in terms of eventiary value is
deemed as
A. Duplicate
B. Original
C. Authenticate
D. Genuine
51. Z wrote to P that he is sorry for kicking him on his thigh because he is hurt by what P told him.
It is an example of
A. Admission
B. Confession
C. Express Admission
D. Express Confession
52. Opinion is what a person thinks or views or his conclusion about something, it is admissible in
court.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
53. Dying declaration is admissible in court if the dying person talks about the cause that is making
him to die, example Bornok borrowed 5 million to Boyet and didn’t pay for a long time that’s why it
makes Boyet stressed that’s why he died.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
54. It’s means guilty mind.
A. Means rea
B. Mens rea
C. Actus reus
D. Actus rues
55. It’s means guilty act.
A. Means rea
B. Mens rea
C. Actus reus
D. Actus rues
56. It refers to the previous act or omission of an accused.
A. Previous conduct
B. Past conduct
C. Previous omission
D. Past omission
57. Hearsay is an evidence that is admissible in court.
A. False
B. True
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
58. The opinion of an expert witness in the court can be considered as an evidence and it is bound
to be considered or accept by the court.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
59. It pertains to body of essential facts, when taken together, prove the commission of a crime.
A. Corpus delicti
B. Body of the crime
C. Evidence
D. Both a and b
60. In the presumption of death, the absentee shall be considered dead for the purpose of opening
his succession only after a absence of 8 years
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
61. A judicial admission is only in writing, made by the party in the course of the proceedings in the
case, does not require proof.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially false
62. These are the elements or requisites of judicial admission except .
A. It must be made a party to the case
B. It must be made in the same case
C. It does require a particular form for an admission
D. It must be made in writing
63. These is where you will find Judicial admission except.
A. Pleadings
B. Motions
C. Manifestation
D. Outside the trial court
64. These are the admissibility of documentary evidence except l.
A. It must be relevant
B. It must be authenticated
C. It must be authenticated by a competent lawyer
D. It must be offered as evidence in court
65. For many days that X was installing a fence at a property, Y who is his neighbor had not object
or shown any opposition to it. Y inaction may be used against him should he later on claim interest
over the property fenced by X is an example of admission by silence.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially True
D. Partially False
66. Generally, evidence of specific instances of conduct is not admissible to prove that the person
to whom the evidence refers acted in conformity therewith on a particular occasion.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially true
D. Partially False
67. It is when there is doubt as to what the law is on certain state of facts or there is doubt as to
what law is applicable.
A. Question of Law
B. Question of Fact
C. Question of Doubt
D. Question of State
68. It is when doubt arises as to the truth or falsity of the alleged facts claimed.
A. Question of Doubt
B. Question of Law
C. Question of Fact
D. Question of State
69. It helps in the determination of Questions of facts by helping the judge reconstruct the chain of
events from the conception up to the consummation of a criminal design.
A. Reasonable Doubt
B. Evidence
C. Prima Facie
D. None of the above
70. It is a rule of evidence which excludes evidence obtained in violation of a person’s
constitutional rights or statutory rights secured through illegal means or sources.
A. Exclusionary Law
B. Miranda Rule
C. Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine
D. Exclusionary
71. It is an evidence illegally obtained by the State (thru its agents) should not be used to gain
other evidence because the illegally obtained evidence taints all evidence subsequently obtained.
A. Exclusionary Law
B. Miranda Rule
C. Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine
D. Exclusionary
72. if P claims to have been injured by the negligence of D who denies having been negligent, the
negligence of D and the causal connection between such negligence, and the injuries of P taken as
a whole. The evidence offered by P, whether it be object, documentary or testimonial, constitute
the materials to prove the liability of D. The totality of the evidence of prove the liability refers to
what
A. Facttum Probantum
B. Factum Probandum
C. Factum Probans
D. Factum Prob
73. In a criminal prosecution for sexual assault, evidence of the defendant's commission of another
offense or offenses of sexual assault is not admissible to prove that the defendant acted in
conformity therewith on a particular occasion.
A. True
B. False
C. Partially True
 D. Partially False
74. Literally means things done; it includes circumstances, facts, and declarations incidental to the
main facts or transaction necessary to illustrate its character and also includes acts, words, or
declarations which are closely connected therewith as to constitute
part of the transaction.
A. Res Gestae
B. Res State
C. Evidence
D. None of the Above
75. It includes relationship, family genealogy, birth, marriage, death, the dates when, and the
placer where these facts occurred and the names of their relatives.
A. Presumption
B. Pedigree
C. Document
D. Personal document
76. It is the apparent on the face of the writing itself and requires something to be added in order
to ascertain the meaning of the words used. In this case, parole evidence is not admissible,
otherwise the court would be creating a contract between the parties.
A. Patent
B. Extrinsic Ambiguity
C. Patent or Extrinsic Ambiguity
D. Ambiguity
77. It is a situation where an ambiguity partakes of the nature of both patent and latent. In this, the
words are seemingly clear and with a settled meaning, is actually equivocal and admits of two
interpretations. Here, parol evidence is admissible to clarify the ambiguity provided that the matter
is put in issue by the pleader. Example: Dollars, tons and ounces.
A. Extrinsic Ambiguity
B. Intermediate Ambiguity
C. Ambiguity
D. Patent
78. It is an evidence by calling attention of such party to his former statement so as to give him an
opportunity to explain before such admissions are offered in evidence.
A. Impeaching Evidence
B. Evidence
C. Hearsey
D. Prima Facie Evidence
79. If the fact in issue is who stabbed Mr. A, the Testimony of witness who personally saw Mr. B
stabbing Mr. A is what kind of evidence?
A. Prima Facie Evidence
B. Best Evidence
C. Primary Evidence
D. Direct Evidence
80. Evidence is defined as the _____
A. Means, sanctioned by the supreme court of ascertaining in a judicial proceeding the truth
respecting a matter of fact.
B. Procedures in determining the truth or of knowing what actually happened.
C. Proof of a fact which affords the greatest certainty of the fact in issue.
D. Means, sanctioned by the supreme court of ascertaining in a extra- judicial proceeding the truth
respecting a matter of fact.
81. It is a procedural law and not a substantial law.
A. Rules of court
B. Rules on evidence
C. Revised rules of court
D. None of the above
82. The following are definition of proof except:
A. Cannot be objected
B. The result after following a procedure
C. Means ascertaining the truth
D. The basis in promulgating a decision like proof beyond reasonable doubt
83. If Juan sell his motorcycle to Pedro the original copy of deed of sale executed between Juan and
Pedro is an example of ______
A. Documentary evidence
B. Conclusive evidence
C. Best evidence
D. Direct Evidence
84. The following are not example of secondary evidence except:
A. Photocopy of a contract or deed of sale
B. CCTV footage
C. Original copy of deed of sale
D. Birth certificate

85. Which of the following statement is correct?

A. Prima facie evidence is a kind of document that can be contradicted but cannot be
overturned.
B. Prima facie evidence is a kind of evidence that can be overturned but cannot be contradicted
C. Prima facie evidence can be contradicted or disproved
D. Prima facie evidence can be contradicted but cannot disproved.
86. Which of the following statement is incorrect ?
A. Conclusive evidence is incontrovertible
B. Conclusive evidence can be contradicted or overturned
C. Conclusive evidence cannot be contradicted or overturned
D. None of the above
87. The following are example of relevant document except:
A. To show height of other person is to compare with another person whose height was already
taken.
B. Birth certificate can be use to prove minority of person
C. To prove that you are a singer you must show your awards in dancing
D. Both a and b
88. Which of the following is true about competent evidence
A. Evidence which should not be included by the law
B. Evidence which should be excluded by law
C. Evidence which should not be excluded by law
D. All of the above
89. Which of the following statement is incorrect?
A. Rules on evidence as a general rule will be uniform in its application in all courts
B. Rules on evidence as a general rule will be uniform in its application in all courts except RTC
C. Rules on evidence as a general rule will be uniform in its application in all courts except MTC
D. Rules on evidence as a general rule will be uniform in its application in all courts except in
barangay court
90. Circumstantial evidence needs at least ____ to become a sufficient for conviction
A. 4
B. 3
C. 2
D. 5
91. Which of the following statement is true?
A. Evidence cannot be objected while proof can be objected
B. Evidence is a procedure that must be followed while proof is the result after following the
procedure
C. Evidence is the basis in promulgating a decision like proof beyond reasonable doubt while proof
means ascertaining the truth.
D. All of the above
92. Which of the following statement is true?
A. Quantum of evidence in criminal case is preponderance of evidence
B. of offer in civil case is considered admission of guilt
C. Presumption of innocence is inapplicable in criminal case
D. None of the above
93. This are facts which are subjected to judicial notice except:
A. Laws of nature
B. Law of nation
C. Measures of territorial extent of state
D. Measure of time
94. This refer to the judicial admission made during court proceedings?
A. Written admission during pre-trial stage
B. Oral admission during the pre-trial stage
C. Pleadings filed by a party
D. All of the above
95. The following statement is true about object evidence except:
A. Those addressed to the senses of the court
B. Object evidence may be exhibit to examined or viewed by the prosecutor
C. Knife used in homicide case
D. Cards used in illegal cards game
96. Which of the following is true about best evidence rule?
A. 1 piece of best evidence is greater than 20 testimonial evidences
B. As a general rule no evidence shall be admissible other than the original document itself
C. It is also known as original document rule
D. All of the above
97. What is the reason why the best evidence rule requires the presentation of the original
document?
A. Assurance of originality
B. Assurance of accuracy
C. Both a and b
D. None of the above
98. Which of the following best describe original document?
A. The document itself or any counterpart intended to have the same effect by a person who
own or issuing it
B. The photocopy itself or any counterpart intended to have the same effect by a person who own
or issuing it
C. The document itself or any counterpart intended to have the different effect by a person who
own or issuing it
D. The document itself or any counterpart intended to have the same effect by a person who
executing or issuing it
99. Which of the following is a best example of duplicate document?
A. Carbon copies & enlarge photo
B. Xerox copies & photocopy
C. Carbon copies & xerox copies
D. Enlarge photo & photocopy
100. What are the two requisites for the admissibility of duplicate document?
A. If a genuine question is raised as to the authenticity of the original & in the circumstances, it
is unjust or inequitable to admit the duplicate in lieu of the original
B. If a genuine question is raised as to the authenticity of the original & the circumstances is just or
inequitable to admit the duplicate in lieu of the original
C. If a genuine question is raised as to the authenticity of the original & in the circumstances, it is
just or equitable to admit the duplicate in lieu of the original
D. None of the above
101. The following statement about secondary evidence rule are correct except:
A. It is admissible as evidence when the original has been lost or destroyed
B. When the original document is in the custody or under the control of the adverse party
C. When the original document is a public record or in the custody of public officer
D. When the original document is in the custody or under the control of the offended party
102. Parole evidence means
A. Written or testimonial evidence
B. Evidence in writing
C. Both a and b
D. None of the above
103. When may a party present evidence to modify, explain or add to the terms of agreement
he/she puts in issue in a verified pleading?
A. If there is intrinsic ambiguity, mistake or imperfection in the written agreement
B. The failure of the written agreement to imply the true intent and agreement of the parties
thereto
C. The validity of the oral agreement
D. All of the above
104. Which of the following is the best example of agreement in writing under parole evidence rule
A. Memorandum of agreement
B. Deed of sale
C. Lease of agreement
D. All of the above
105. What is the limited instances where parole evidence is allowed?
A. When there is a mistake and the purpose of the parole evidence is to assess the mistake in
the agreement
B. When the parole evidence is to show that one of the parties is a not a minor, hence the
agreement is invalid
C. Both a & b
D. None of the above
106. Testimonial evidence is obtained from a person who ____
A. Testifies to the prosecutor regarding facts which he knows based on his personal knowledge
B. Testifies to the court regarding facts which he knows based on his personal experiences
C. Testifies to the court regarding facts which he knows based on his personal skills
D. None of the above
107. What is the qualification of witness under testimonial evidences?
A. All person who can perceive and perceiving, can make known their perception to orhers
B. Religious or political belief shall not be ground for the outcome of the case
C. A witness who can testify only those facts which he/she knows based on his/her personal
knowledge
D. All of the above
108. The following are examples of grounds for objection except:
A. The evidence is incompetent
B. Questions calls for a hearsay answer
C. Witness cannot testify on a privileged communication
D. The question is beyond the scope of the cross examination
109. Expert testimony means __
A. The testimony of one possessing in regard to a particular subject or department of human
activity, knowledge which is not usually acquired by other persons.
B. The testimony of one possessing in regard to a particular subject or department of human
activity, knowledge which is usually acquired by other persons.
C. The testimony of many possessing in regard to a particular subject or department of human
activity, knowledge which is not usually acquired by other persons.
D. All of the above
110. The opinion of ordinary witness may be received in evidence regarding of the subject if the
opinion is:
A. The identity of a person about whom he or she has adequate knowledge;
B. A handwriting with which he or she has sufficient familiarity; and
C. The mental sanity of a person with whom he or she is sufficiently acquainted.
D. All of the above
111. Under rule 132 section 36 Objection to offer of evidence must be made _____ immediately
after the offer is made.
A. In writing with the assistance of competent and independent counsel
B. In writing
C. Orally
D. None of the above
112. What is the distinction between proof and Evidence
A. Evidence is the effect or result of Proof, while evidence is the medium of proof.
B. Evidence is the effect or result of Proof, while evidence is the minimum of proof.
C. Evidence is the effect or result of Proof, while evidence is the medium of proof.
D. Evidence is the effect or result of Proof, while evidence is the medium of proof.
113. Factum probandum refers to a fact in issue or proposition sought to be established. Factum
probans refers to the facts or material evidencing the fact or proposition to be established
A. First statement is true and second statement is false.
B. Second statement is true and first statement is false.
C. Both statement are true.
D. Both statement are false
114. Cases where the rule on evidence are strictly applicable:
A. Agrarian disputes
B. Rules of Summary Procedure
C. Labor cases
D. None of the above
115. Rules of procedure are mere tools intended to facilitate rather than frustrate the attainment of
justice. Procedural rules must be liberally interpreted and applied so as not to frustrate substantial
justice.
A. First statement is true and second statement is false.
B. Second statement is true and first statement is false.
C. Both statement are true.
D. Both statement are false
116. In a criminal case, circumstantial evidence may be sufficient for conviction provided the
following requisites occur except:
A. There is more than one circumstance
B. The facts from which the inferences are derived are proven
C. The combination of all the circumstances is such as to produce a conviction beyond reasonable
doubt
D. All the essential facts must be consistent with the hypothesis of guilt
117. The following are the basic guidelines in the appreciation of circumstantial evidence except:
A. It should be acted upon with caution;
B. One essential facts must be consistent with the hypothesis of guilt;
C. The facts must exclude every other theory but that of guilt; and
D. The facts must establish such a certainty of guilt of the accused as to convince the judge beyond
a reasonable doubt that the accused is the one who committed the offense.
118. Which of the following is a best example of demonstrative evidence
A. Map
B. Diagram
C. Photograph
D. All of the choices
119. Character evidence are not generally admissible in criminal case what are the exception
A. If it tends to establish in any reasonable degree the probability or improbability of the
offense charged.
B. Only When pertinent to the issue or character involved in the case.
C. Both a & b
D. None of the above
120. Character evidence are not generally admissible in civil case what are the exception
A. Only when pertinent to the issue or character involved in the case.
B. If it tends to establish in any reasonable degree the probability or improbability of the offense
charged.
C. In cases in which character or a trait of character of a person is an essential element of a charge,
claim or defense, proof may also be made of specific instances of that person’s conduct
D. All of the above
121. Facilitator means _____
A. Person appointed by the prosecutor to pose questions to a child
B. Person appointed by the offended party to pose questions to a child
C. Person appointed by the aggrieve party to pose questions to a child
D. None of the choices
122. When making an offer all evidence must be offered ______
A. In writing
B. Orally
C. It must be written and orally
D. All of the choices
123. It is a deduction which the law expressly directs to be made from particular facts
A. Presumption Juris Or Of Law
B. Presumption
C. Privity
D. Previes
124. It is the greatest certainty of the fact in question. Also referred to as the best evidence.
A. Relevant evidence
B. Presumption Juris Or Of Law
C. Primary evidence
D. Conclusive evidence
125. Nulum crimen, nulla poena sine lege means ______
A. There is no crime when there is no law punishing it
B. From the words of the law there can be no departure
C. Principle in Criminal Law which states that where the statute admits of several interpretations,
the one most favorable to the accused shall be adopted.
D. the law may be harsh but it is the law
126. What is Dura lex sed lex
A. There is no crime when there is no law punishing it
B. From the words of the law there can be no departure
C. Principle in Criminal Law which states that where the statute admits of several interpretations,
the one most favorable to the accused shall be adopted.
D. The law may be harsh but it is the law
127. Verba legis non est decendendum means _______
A. There is no crime when there is no law punishing it
B. From the words of the law there can be no departure
C. Principle in Criminal Law which states that where the statute admits of several interpretations,
the one most favorable to the accused shall be adopted.
D. The law may be harsh but it is the law
128. What is Pro Reo?
A. There is no crime when there is no law punishing it
B. From the words of the law there can be no departure
C. Principle in Criminal Law which states that where the statute admits of several interpretations,
the one most favorable to the accused shall be adopted.
D. The law may be harsh but it is the law.
129. It is evidence that gives rise to two probabilities, one consistent with defendant’s innocence,
and another indicative of his guilt
A. Equipose rule
B. Equiepose rule
C. Equepose rule
D. Equipuse rule
130. Judicial admission can be found in the following except:
A. Pleadings
B. Motions
C. Manifestations
D. Testimonies
131. The investigator found a picture and there is something written in it. What kind of evidence is
that?
A. Physical evidence
B. Document evidence
C. Object evidence
D. Picture evidence
132. Pepita says that “x” is the boyfriend of “y” while Pepito says that they are just close friends. Is
there a fact in issue?
A. Partly yes
B. Yes
C. Partly no
D. No
133. Laws that are made or enacted by the Congress
A. Rules on evidence
B. Constitutional law
C. Natural law
D. Substantial law
134. Sgt.Pito was caught sleeping during his duty.what is his offense?
A. Administrative offense
B. Criminal offense
C. Public offense
D. Civil offense
135. On how many days that there is no presumption of legitimacy or illegitimacy of a child born?
A. 140 days
B. 200 days
C. 300 days
D. 400 days
136. The adverse party admitted that the victim is a woman.
A. Extra-judicial confession
B. Judicial confession
C. Extra-judicial admission
 D. Judicial admission
137. Pepita saw her husband shot Mr. X who died . Can pepita testify against her husband
A. Yes,because she saw her husband killed a person
B. No,because her husband maybe will kill her
C. Yes,because she has her own free will
D. No, if her husband didn’t give her a consent to testify
138. Mr. X went to the PSA office to get a birth certificate and after a week later he went again to
get one.does the second document a duplicate document?
A. Not sure
B. Yes
C. No
D. Maybe
139. Merry says that ancient document is more than 30 yrs old wile Maryo says that it shoul be
more than 20yrs old. Who is correct?
A. Merry
B. Both of them
C. Maryo
D. None
140. Can a witness be recalled?
A. Yes, if there is leave by the court
B. Yes, because he/she is a witness
C. No,because he/she already testify
D. Maybe
141. Which of the following is a disputable presumption?
A. That a person is innocent of crime or wrong
B. That the question is already suggesting a place
C. That the person is unwilling to testify
D. none of the above
142. Which of the following is NOT a misleading question?
A. The mother destroy the bike,didn’t she?
B. The bike was the gilr’s,wasn’t it?
C. Isn’t it true that you were seen buying the bike with her that day?
D. Did you see her buying that day?
143. One of the statement is how to impeach a witness of an adverse party, which one?
A. By examination of a witness
B. By contradictory evidence
C. By evidence that he or she has not made at other times statement
D. By giving false information
144. Public documents are documents acknowledge before a notary public except;
A. Last wills and testaments
B. Public records
C. Fact birth
D. Fact of death
145. Mr. X said that to Pepita that “it is Y who stab him in the chest” before passing out but after
being brought to the hospital Mr. X lived. Does the statement of Mr. X considered a last will and
testament?
A. Maybe yes
B. Yes
C. Maybe no
D. No
146. In a criminal case, to whom does the burden of proof lie on?
A. Defendant
B. Prosecution
C. Accused
D. Judge
147. It is the duty of a party to present evidence on the facts in issue required by law.
A. Burden of presumptions
B. Burden of evidence
C. Burden of proof
D. Burden of confirmation
148. When a person in his own declaration, led another to believe a particular thing true, and to act
upon such belief, he or she cannot, in any litigation arising out of such declaration, be permitted to
falsify it.
A. Estoppel by deed
B. Estoppel by omission
C. Estoppel in paes
D. Estoppel in pais
149. Inferences which may be satisfactory when not contradicted but may be overturned by
opposing evidence.
A. Prima Facie evidence
B. Indisputable presumption
C. Controvertable presumption
D. Disputable presumption
150. This is issued by a court ordering a person to attend a court or face a penalty.
 A. Writ
B. Court order
C. Subpoena
D. Habeas
151. The first examination of a witness by party presenting him.
A. Direct examination
B. Re-direct examination
C. Cross examination
D. Preliminary examination
152. After the direct examination, the witness may be cross examined by the______?
A. Judge
B. Adverse party
C. Same party
D. Both parties
153. A question to a witness that is suggesting an answer that the questioning party desires.
A. Incriminatory question
B. Leading question
C. Pointing question
D. Inquiring question
154. To destroy the credibility of a witness testimony.
A. Impeach
B. Mislead
C. Acquit
D. Confirm
155. What is the process of exhibiting that the document is genuine and original?
A. Verification
B. Prove
C. Authentication
D. Authorization
156. What do we call a private document that is more than 30 years of age?
A. Old document
B. Archaic document
C. Ancient document
D. Antique Document
157. This would refer to the act of stating exhibits one by one coupled with the statement of the
purpose/s of each exhibit.
A. Offer of evidence
B. Offer of proof
C. Offer of exhibit
D. Offer of objects
158. This is the act of informing the court that the evidence or exhibits are not admissible.
A. Rejection
B. Protest
C. Objection
D. Refute
159. Required amount of evidence to prove a claim or defense.
A. Preponderance of evidence
B. Quantum of evidence
C. Proof beyond reasonable doubt
D. Prima Facie Evidence
160. What quantum of evidence is necessary to win in a civil case?
A. Preponderance beyond doubt
B. Proof beyond reasonable doubt
C. Preponderance of evidence
D. Circumstantial evidence
161. What evidence can produce a probability of a fact?
A. Circumstantial evidence
B. Probable evidence
C. Substantial evidence
D. Conclusive evidence
162. Quantum of evidence needed for an administrative case.
A. Proof beyond reasonable doubt
B. Circumstantial evidence
C. Conclusive evidence
D. Substantial evidence
163. This is a standalone evidence until it is contradicted.
A. Prima facie case
B. Prima facie evidence
C. Conclusive evidence
D. Prima Facei
164. What evidence rule states that no evidence shall be admissible other than the original writing
itself,and this only applies to documents?
A. Original evidence rule
B. Authentic evidence rule
C. Legitimate evidence rule
D. Best evidence rule
165. On the rule on DNA evidence, what is the term used to refer to the blood, saliva , and other
body fluids, tissues and hairs and bones that is susceptible for DNA testing
A. Deoxyribonucleic acid sample
B. Inorganic sample
C. Biological sample
D. Human matters
166. In searching for a gun powder residue on a person, this test is not really credible.
A. Gunshot residue analysis
B. Paraffin Testing
C. Parnaffin Testing
D. Parmaffin Testing
167. When doubt arises as to the truth or falsity of the alleged facts claimed.
A. Question of fact
B. Question of Truth
C. Question of Certainty
D. Question of Law
168. A doctrine that extends the exclusionary rule to make evidence inadmissible in court if it was
derived from evidence that was illegaly obtained.
A. Miranda Doctrine
B. Fruit of the Venomous Tree Doctrine
C. Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine
D. Exclusionary Evidence Doctrine
169. Refers to the fact in issue or proposition sought to be established
A. Factum probandum
B. Factum probans
C. Factum pronandum
D. Factum probas
170. This refers to the behavior of a witness on the witness stand while testifying.
A. Characteristic evidence
B. Mannerism evidence
C. Actions evidence
D. Demeanor evidence
171. Mr. Sy witness a crime of murder while passing by the park, he saw the whole thing. Mr. Sy
report the crime and state all the things he just witness. Mr. Sy is qualified as?
A. Primary evidence
B. Secondary evidence
C. Positive evidence
D. Negative evidence
172. A robbery was committed in the house of Burnok. While the police are investigating, this
person named Marites states that she know what happen and who is the perpetrator even though
the truth is that she was never on that scene but only claiming it. Marites is qualified as?
A. Primary evidence
B. secondary evidence
C. Positive evidence
D. negative evidence
173. It refers to family history or descent transmitted from one generation to another.
A. Inheritance
B. Heritage
C. Pedigree
D. Culture
174. Abdul claims that he saw Zaipo signing the document contract, but Zaipo denied the claim of
Abdul. Then a handwriting expert says that the signature is indeed belong to Zaipo. What evidence
can be shown?
A. Cumulative evidence
B. Corroborative evidence
C. Positive evidence
D. Circumstantial evidence
175. It is that which, standing alone, unexplained or uncontradicted is sufficient to maintain the
proposition affirmed.
A. Secondary evidence
B. Prima facie evidence
C. Corroborative evidence
D. Best evidence
176. When the witness states that he did not see or know the occurrence of a fact.
A. Positive evidence
B. Corroborative evidence
C. Secondary evidence
D. Negative evidence
177. Party A and party B submits all their evidences to the court. Upon reviewing and evaluation of
the evidences submitted, the judge come to decision in favor of Party B. What evidence described
the situation?
A. Quantum of evidence
B. Weight of evidence
C. Sufficiency of evidence
D. None of the above

178. Cardo Batumbakal present the evidence He collected at the crime scene which is the
Karambit, Cardo also engraved his initial to the handle of karambit for identification. What type of
object evidence Cardo present to the court?
A. Unique objects
B. Objects made unique
C. Non- unique objects
D. All of the above
179. Abdul Salsalani is chosen by her nephew to accompany her to testify and attend the judicial
proceeding to provide emotional support to the nephew. Abdul Salsalani is called as?
A. Garduan ad litem
B. Guardian
C. Support person
D. Supporting entity
180. The judge excluded the evidence submitted by the party of defendant because it cannot
support the facts of the case.
A. Axiom of relevance
B. Axiom of competence
C. Axiom
D. Admissibility
181. Anna a child victim of raped testifies to the court, the court accepted all her testimony and
credited them since no child or woman would concoct a story of defloration, allow an examination
to the private parts and being subjected to public trial. The testimony of Anna is considered as?
A. Admissibility
B. Credibility
C. Inadmissible
D. Not credible
182. Manuel, the prosecutor in charge of presenting all necessary and sufficient evidences to
established their claim or defense by the amount of evidence required by the law. What burden lies
to the prosecutor?
A. Burden of Proof
B. Burden of evidence
C. Burden of burden
D. Inference
183. Antecedent Circumstances is a facts existing before the commission of the crime example of
this are except
A. Hatred
B. Bad Moral Character of the Offender
C. Previous PLan
D. Emotion
184. Collateral Matters are classified into except
A. Antecedent Circumstances
B. Concomitant Circumstances
C. Matter Circumstances
D. Subsequent Circumstances
185. Mario and Maria are married. One day Mario went to Thailand to work and never came back to
the Philippines. Although Maria known that Mario is still in Thailand, filed a case in the court to
declare Mario presumed death already. This is because Maria lost contact with Mario and that they
never communicated with each other for 15 years already. Can Mario be declared as presumed
dead?
A. No
B. Yes
C. Maybe
D. No comment
186. Alvin submitted an 31 years old document to the court for authentication and to proof
genuineness. What kind of evidence Alvin submitted?
A. Private document
B. Ancient document
C. Public document
D. None of the Above
187. Witness Magellan take an outward pledge before the witness stand that his attestation or
promise is under the sense of responsibility to God. What does the witness do before giving a
testimony?
A. Affirmation
B. Promise
C. Oath
D. All of the above
188. After the seizure of illegal drugs done by the seizing officer of the PDEA. In chain of custody of
illegal drugs where should the seizing officer transmit the said drugs?
A. Evidence Custodian
B. PNP/PDEA crime lab
C. Lead Investigator
D. Chief Investigator
189. A deaf muted person witness a crime. Does he qualified to be a witness even though he has
disability?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Maybe
D. I don’t know
190. This means any organic material originating from a person’s body, even if found in inanimate
objects. This includes blood, saliva and other body fluids.
A. DNA
B. DNA evidence
C. DNA sample
D. Biological sample
191. You saw Maria killed Jose because you were present when it happened , didn’t you ? What
type of Question is this
A. Leading Question
B. Misleading Question
C. Argumentative Question
D. Speculative Question
192. The victim cried in pain didn’t he ? What type of question is this
A. Misleading Question
B. Argumentative Question
C. Speculative Question
D. Leading Question
193. In Res Inter Alios Acta Rule , the exception are the following except
A. Admission by a Co-partner or agent
B. Admission by a Conspirator
C. Admission by Accused
D. Admission by Silence
194. The following are the qualifications of witnesses except
A. Can perceive
B. Can make known their perception to others
C. Not disqualified by reason of mental incapacity, immaturity
D. Can be expressive]
195. May a fake document be considered as original or authentic
A. Yes, a forged document when presented in court for examination is considered as the
original fake document. Thus, a mere photocopy of the allegedly forged document is only
secondary to the original questioned document
B. No, Because it is a fake document and it is not admissible in court
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
196. A document is legally considered original when. Except
A. It is the suject of an inquiry
B. When in two or more copies executed at or about the same time with identical contents
C. When it is examined
D. When an entry is repeated in ordinary course of business, one being copied from another at
or near the time of the transactions
197. This are examplle of Documentary Evidence except
A. Containing Letters
B. Containing Words
C. Containing Numbers
D. Containing Emoji
198. Mr X as a witness has a right to be detained longer than the justice require
A. True
B. Maybe True
C. Maybe False
D. False
199. Can the witness give an answer which will not tend to degrade his or her reputation
A. No
B. Yes
C. Maybe
D. None of the Above
200. The examination of witnesses presented in a trial or hearing shall be done in open court, and
under oath or affirmation. Unless the witness is incapacitated to speak, or the question calls for a
different mode of answer, the answer of the witness shall be given orally.
A. True
B. False
C. Maybe
D. Not sure