ANGELS IN HEAVEN SCHOOL

A Beaconhouse School
High School Campus
Senior High Department

INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON

FINAL EXAMINATION – FIRST SEMESTER 2024-2025
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I.REMEMBERING/UNDERSTANDING
A. Directions: Identify what is being asked for. Write your answer on the space provided before each
number.
___________________1. It is a nature-centered environmental framework that values biodiversity and the
Earth’s life-supporting systems above economic benefits.
___________________2. The philosopher who believed that the universe is a living embodiment of order,
harmony, and beauty, promoting biophilia and cosmophilia.
___________________3. The pre-Socratic thinker who described nature as "indeterminate and boundless,"
highlighting the interconnectedness of natural systems.
___________________4. This environmental model views humans as superior and central to the universe,
emphasizing the material benefits nature provides to humans.
___________________5. It is the discipline that examines the moral relationships of humans with the
environment and its non-human elements.

B. Directions: Read the sentences carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer in
the blank before the number.
Which of the following is a biological limitation for transcendence for a
student whose goal is to be a valedictorian?
a. Joining a dance troupe
b. Being absent for a week due to fever
c. Watching videos over the internet
d. Criticism from his teacher on his science project
5. Which of the following is not a possibility for transcendence?
a. Looking for help
b. Having a positive outlook
c. Working to reach a goal
d. Learning from experience
6. Magie is a poor 17-year old girl whose ultimate dream is to finish her
studies. What can she do to make her dream possible?
a. Join the school choir to lessen her stress in her studies
b. Start on organization that fights for human rights
c. Work during her free time to gain extra money for school
d. Read books on her own
Which of the following is a biological limitation for transcendence for a
student whose goal is to be a valedictorian?
a. Joining a dance troupe
b. Being absent for a week due to fever
c. Watching videos over the internet
d. Criticism from his teacher on his science project
5. Which of the following is not a possibility for transcendence?
a. Looking for help
b. Having a positive outlook
c. Working to reach a goal
d. Learning from experience
6. Magie is a poor 17-year old girl whose ultimate dream is to finish her
studies. What can she do to make her dream possible?
a. Join the school choir to lessen her stress in her studies
b. Start on organization that fights for human rights
c. Work during her free time to gain extra money for school
d. Read books on her own
6. According to environmental stewardship, what is the role of humans?
a. To exploit resources for economic growth
b. To manage and care for the environment responsibly
c. To dominate over all living things
d. To create artificial ecosystems
7. What did Immanuel Kant consider a symbol of morality?
a. Freedom
b. Beauty
c. Power
d. Knowledge
8. What does the ecocentric model emphasize?
a. The protection of natural ecosystems above human needs
b. The dominance of humans over nature
c. The material benefits humans can derive from nature
d. The development of urban infrastructure
9. What does environmental philosophy primarily study?
a. The scientific processes of nature
b. The moral relationship between humans and their environment
c. The economic value of natural resources
d. The aesthetic beauty of the natural world
10. Which model places humans at the center of the universe and values nature for its utility?
a. Biocentric Model
b. Ecocentric Model
c. Anthropocentric Model
d. Environmental Model
11. Psychological freedom refers to:
a. External social expectations
b. The freedom to make moral decisions
c. The ability to think and feel independently, free from external control
d. Being able to move without restriction
12. Physical freedom is often restricted by:
a. Social norms
b. Physical barriers like walls or chains
c. Ethical dilemmas
d. Social Expectations
13. Which of the following is a key element of moral freedom?
a. External pressures to conform
b. Making ethical decisions based on one’s own principles
c. Freedom from physical constraints
d. Physical barriers like walls or chains
14. Which of the following is an example of physical freedom?
a. Being free to make moral decisions
b.The ability to move anywhere without being detained
c. Experiencing inner peace and clarity
d. The right to express personal beliefs in public
15. Which of the following would be an example of psychological freedom?
a. Being able to make decisions without fear of judgment
b. Having the freedom to travel wherever you want
c. Being able to make decisions according to moral values
d. Freedom from societal rules and norms
. Which of the following is not a possibility for transcendence?
a. Looking for help
b. Having a positive outlook
c. Working to reach a goal
d. Learning from experienc
. Which of the following is not a possibility for transcendence?
a. Looking for help
b. Having a positive outlook
c. Working to reach a goal
d. Learning from experienc
. Which of the following is not a possibility for transcendence?
a. Looking for help
b. Having a positive outlook
c. Working to reach a goal
d. Learning from exper

C. Directions: Read and understand the following statement below. Underline the correct answers.

16. The ecocentric model values (economic benefits / biodiversity and ecosystem health) above all else.
17. Philosophers argue that humans have the ability to (harm the environment / change the environment
responsibly) through their decisions and actions.
18. The paradigm shift in environmental thought involves moving from (mythical beliefs / rational
explanations) to more scientific and ethical perspectives.
19. (Anthropocentrism / Ecocentrism) focuses on the well-being of the entire ecosystem, not just human
interests.
20. Environmental philosophy highlights the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of (nature
and human life / technology and profit).
21. The main goal of environmental philosophy is to promote (exploitation of resources / sustainable living
and ethical responsibility) toward the environment.
22. (Pre-Socratic thinkers / Modern scientists) were among the first to propose a rational explanation for
natural phenomena, moving away from mythical beliefs.
23. Environmental philosophy studies the relationship between (humans and the environment / economics
and politics).
24. The (anthropocentric / ecocentric) perspective views humans as superior to all other forms of life.
25. He said about the power of humans over nature. ( Herbert Marcuse/ Immanuel Kant/ George Herbert Mead)
26. He sees our relationship with the universe. (Immanuel Kant/ George Herbert Mead/ Pythagoras)
27. Anthropocentric model, humans are ( rational/ natured/ superior )and central to the universe, thus, it is
human centered.
28. "No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the (universe/
rationality/ main)"
29. Anthropocentric valuing ( technology/ nature/ earth )because of material or physical benefits it can provide
for humans.
30. Anaximander a philosopher and scientist said about the ( creation- destructive/ creation-destruction)

II. APPLYING /ANALYZING

A. Directions: Answer the following questions in relation to your personal views and/or experience. Use
the rubric below in answering the following questions.
RUBRIC:
5– Brief and concise; All sentences have correct content; all points are relevant; correct structure
4– Brief and concise; Most sentences have correct content; most points are relevant; correct structure
3 – Some sentences have correct content; there are certain irrelevant points; correct structure
2 – Few sentences have correct content; there are noticeable number of irrelevant points; correct structure
1 – Unorganized and incoherent explanation; showing a lot of mistakes in content; incorrect structure
0 – No answer.
31-35. As a student, How can you maintain their sense of freedom while resisting societal pressures to make
impulsive decisions?
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B. Directions: Analyzing situations. Read and analyze the following situation below.

RUBRIC
2 – Brief and concise; all points are relevant and organized
1 – Some sentences have correct content and correct grammar; there are certain irrelevant
points
A teacher informed you that your brother has to repeat some subjects due to his failing grades. She asked
you to tell your parents about it and that she wanted to meet them. But your brother asked you not to tell
your parents and that he will find another person to stand as your parents. What are you going to do?

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Your family is experiencing financial difficulty. You are being enrolled in a private school with a high
tuition fee but your parents do not want you to transfer to a public school despite your situation.
As their daughter/son what are you going to do?

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Your best friend humiliated you, making you a laughing stock in your school.
As her best friend you also knew a lot about her that would humiliate her as well when exposed.
What then are you going to do?

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You saw a classmate bullied by your schoolmates outside your school. You just turned a blind eye and
walked the other way because you do not want to get involved. The next day, you heard the news that your
bullied classmate was admitted to the hospital due to injuries. The school and the family of the bullied child
is asking if someone saw the incident to have someone to testify. The bullies already warned you not say a
single word otherwise they will do the same to you. What are you going to do then?

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You are invited to a debut party of your best friend. She expected you to be there. Her birthday falls on a
Wednesday but you’re having a final exam the next day. How are you going to deal with the situation?
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III.CREATING
Direction: Create an artistic illustrations that symbolizes freedom and making choices.

RUBRICS
5- The illustration strongly symbolizes both freedom and making choices, demonstrating a deep
understanding of the concepts.
4- The illustration adequately symbolizes freedom and making choices. The elements are present and
relevant but may lack originality or depth.
3- The illustration partially represents freedom and making choices, but the symbolism is inconsistent or
unclear. Key elements are present but may be poorly executed or lack coherence.
2- The illustration minimally addresses the theme of freedom and making choices. Symbolism is vague or
absent, and the composition lacks clarity or creativity.
1- Irrelevant.
0- No answer.

46-50.

Prepared by:
MS. JEMALYN C. BALEÑA, LPT
Subject Teacher

Checked by:

MS. JOANNA MARIE B. GUIANG,LPT

Senior High School Coordinator

Approved by:
MRS. SHERYLL M. YABUT, LPT
Academic Head
 ANGELS IN HEAVEN SCHOOL
A Beaconhouse School
High School Campus
Senior High Department

INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON

(SUBJECT)

TABLE OF SPECIFICATIONS
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
S.Y 2024-2025

Subject Teacher: MS. JEMALYN C. BALEÑA

Prepared by:
MS. JEMALYN C. BALEÑA, LPT
Subject Teacher

Checked by:

MS. JOANNA MARIE B. GUIANG, LPT

Junior High School Coordinator

Approved by:

MRS. SHERYLL M. YABUT, LPT

Academic Head