POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is rich in oil reserves. What is the main environmental impact of oil exploration in this region?
A. Deforestation and habitat destruction
B. Water pollution and oil spills
C. Soil erosion and land degradation
D. Climate change and global warming
Question 2
What is the primary cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate change
C. Agricultural activities
D. Urbanization
Question 3
The Oyo Empire was a major power in pre-colonial Nigeria. What was the name of the Oyo Empire's capital city?
A. Ile-Ife
B. Ibadan
C. Oyo
D. Ijebu-Ode
Question 4
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. How long does the journey take?
A. 5 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours
Question 5
In the context of environmental education, what is the primary cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate Change
C. Agricultural Activities
D. Urbanization
Question 6
In the context of basic science, what is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To store genetic information
C. To generate energy for the cell
D. To regulate cell growth
Question 7
The Benue-Plateau State is a state in north-central Nigeria. What is the name of the largest city in Benue-Plateau State?
A. Makurdi
B. Lafia
C. Kaduna
D. Jos
Question 8
The table below shows the population of a country over a period of 10 years. What is the average rate of change of the population over this period?
A. 1.5%
B. 2.5%
C. 3.5%
D. 4.5%
Question 9
The Hausa people are a major ethnic group in northern Nigeria. What is the name of the Hausa kingdom that was founded in the 14th century?
A. Kano
B. Katsina
C. Zaria
D. Sokoto
Question 10
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization
Question 11
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Community and interdependence
C. Individualism and self-reliance
D. Nationalism and patriotism
Question 12
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary impact of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 on the country?
A. It led to the partitioning of Nigeria into British and French colonies.
B. It resulted in the establishment of the Lagos Colony.
C. It facilitated the Scramble for Africa.
D. It led to the abolition of the Trans-Saharan Slave Trade.
Question 13
The ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) is a regional economic community in West Africa. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of ECOWAS?
A. Ghana
B. Nigeria
C. Senegal
D. Morocco
Question 14
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Community and interdependence
C. Individualism and self-reliance
D. Nationalism and patriotism
Question 15
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. What does it mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Community and interdependence
C. Individualism and self-reliance
D. Nationalism and patriotism

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