Camarines Sur National High School

City of Naga
A/Y 2019-2020

CONSUMER WELFARE QUIZ 2019

Name: _________________________________________ Grade & Section: ____________________________

1. The consumer awareness drive dates back in March 15, 1962 when President __________ presented a speech to the
United States Congress in which he extolled four basic consumer rights which later became the Consumer Bill of Rights.
A. Bill Clinton B. Ronald Reagan C. George Bush D. John Kennedy

2. When is the World Consumer Rights Day celebrated?

A. March 15 B. April 15 C. July 15 D. September 15

3. Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 1098 dated September 26, 1997, the country shall be celebrating the
Consumer Welfare Month every month of ___________.
A. July B. August C. September D. October

4. Who was the Philippine President who signed Proclamation No. 1098 declaring the synchronized celebration of
Consumer Welfare Month in the country? According to such proclamation, there is a need to focus national attention on
the role that consumers play in the vitality of the economy.
A. Fidel V. Ramos B. Joseph Estrada C. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo D. Rodrigo Duterte

5. Part of the Consumer Welfare Celebration is the conduct of DTI-Certified Establishment (DTI-CE) otherwise known
as the _________ Awards. Now on its 13 th year, this award continuously gives due recognition to establishments that
uphold the rights of consumers, practice responsible business operations and assure that consumers get the best value for
their money.
A. Bigkis B. Bagsak C. Bagwis D. Bagsik

6. On April 9, 1895, UN adopted the Guidelines for Consumer Protection which embraced the principles of the ___
consumer rights.
A. five B. six C. seven D. eight

7. Which of the following is not a basic consumer right?

A. Right to Safety B. Right to Remain Silent C. Right to Choose D. Right to Information

8. Republic Act No. ___, otherwise known as the Consumer Act of the Philippines, protects the interests of Filipino
consumers and establish standards for business and industry by safeguarding consumers against hazards to health and
safety and against deceptive and unfair sales practices, informing and educating consumers on sound choice, providing
means for redress, and involving consumers in policy decisions.
A. 7394 B. 7341 C. 4173 D. 9473

9. When was the Consumer Act of the Philippines enacted?

A. July 2, 1991 B. July 21, 1991 C. July 2, 1990 D. July 21, 1990

10. It is a government body established by virtue of the Consumer Act of the Philippines in order to improve the
management, coordination and effectiveness of the nation’s consumer programs.
A. National Consumer Affairs Council C. Coalition for Consumer Protection
B. Nationwide Association of Consumers, Inc. D. Philippine Retailers Association

11. This year’s theme for the Consumer Welfare Month is “______________________.” The theme aims to inculcate
changes to consumerism to meet human individual needs and aspirations within the ecological means of the planet.
A. Consumer Rights in the Digital Age
B. Making Digital Marketplaces Fairer
C. Consumer Protection in the ASEAN Economic Community
D. Sustainable Consumption: Understanding the Impact of Consumer Choices in a Shared Environment

12. The following statements describe the theme for the 2019 Consumer Welfare Month in the country EXCEPT:
A. understand the impact of one’s consumption and to use products that have a minimal effect on the environment
B. create a better digital world by promoting access to fair and secure internet services, action against scams and
fraud
and better protection online
C. ensure that both circumstantial and production patterns are geared towards the sustainability of our environment
and
resources
D. promote resource and energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure and provide access to basic services and a
better
 quality of life for all

13. It is defined as the "the use of services and related products which respond to basic needs and bring a better quality of
life while minimizing the use of natural resources and toxic materials as well as emissions of waste and pollutants over the
life cycle of the service or product so as not to jeopardize the needs of future generations."
  A. Sustainable Development C. Sustainable Consumption
B. Sustainable Urbanism D. Sustainable Tourism

14. What does the phrase ‘sustainability' imply?

A.  a shared global responsibility is necessary for quality of life
B.  the actions of human directly impacting the well-being of the natural environment
C.  future generations will have the resources necessary for quality of life
D. all of the above

15. The movement toward sustainability is________.

A.  declining, as interest in sustainable environmental policy declines
B.  still a distant philosophical goal of the Environmental movement
C.  faced with growing opposition from economic interests
D.  growing with greater interest from Governments and businesses

16. Which of the following is the best example of sustainable consumption?

A.  preparing a meal at home with food brought at the local farmers market
B.  car-pooling rather than riding the subway, because it is more convenient
C.  purchasing five pairs of shoes at a local minority owned business
D. none of the above

17. Which of the following is NOT an example of sustainable consumption?

A. developing alternative fuel sources, such as biofuels C. using environmentally-friendly cleaning products
B. practicing subsistence farming D. using solar power

18. Why is there a lack of enthusiasm from consumers for sustainable consumption?
A. because people simply are not aware of the environmental cost of the products they buy and the services they use
B. because the majority of people see the environment as something to be exploited
C. because biodegradable products make up over half of the products on the market, people have an understanding
that sustainable consumption is already successful
D. because solar power are leading sources of electricity generation around the world, sustainable consumption of
products is seen as less important

19. Why are consumption patterns in most industrialized and developed nations considered unsustainable?
A. they may need to exploit their natural resources to meet their basic living needs
B. their products and services rely on too many natural resources and create harmful emissions when consumed
C. they rely heavily on wind power, which is an unsustainable energy source
D. they rely heavily on solar power, which is an unsustainable energy source

20. Food is a major commodity. If we produce food that doesn’t get eaten, what else is wasted?
A. wildlife habitat B. water C. energy D. all of the above
.