POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of federal character in Nigeria is aimed at promoting which of the following values?
A. Equity and fairness
B. Justice and equality
C. Merit and competence
D. Seniority and experience
Question 2
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
C. Alek Weizsacker
D. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
Question 3
The Hausa-Fulani Empire was a major power in the 19th century. What was the name of the Hausa-Fulani leader who conquered the Yoruba city of Ibadan in 1835?
A. Usman dan Fodio
B. Abdul-Rahman Jukun
C. Atiba Bla
D. Ibrahim Bello
Question 4
The 2023 general elections in Nigeria are scheduled to be held on which of the following dates?
A. February 18, 2023
B. February 19, 2023
C. March 5, 2023
D. March 6, 2023
Question 5
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic led to the closure of which of the following institutions in Nigeria?
A. Universities
B. Secondary schools
C. Primary schools
D. All of the above
Question 6
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of 'ubuntu'?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and individual rights
D. Utilitarianism and the greatest good
Question 7
The 2023 general elections in Nigeria are scheduled to be held on which of the following dates?
A. February 18, 2023
B. February 19, 2023
C. March 5, 2023
D. March 6, 2023
Question 8
The 2015 general elections in Nigeria were held on which of the following dates?
A. March 28, 2015
B. March 29, 2015
C. April 1, 2015
D. April 2, 2015
Question 9
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following as a fundamental human right?
A. Right to life
B. Right to education
C. Right to freedom of speech
D. Right to freedom of association
Question 10
The 2014 Ebola outbreak in Nigeria was contained through the efforts of which of the following individuals?
A. Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu
B. Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu and Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa
C. Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu and Dr. Faisal Shuaib
D. Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa, and Dr. Faisal Shuaib
Question 11
The 1970s saw a significant increase in the production of which of the following crops in Nigeria?
A. Cassava
B. Yam
C. Maize
D. Rice
Question 12
What is the primary cause of climate change?
A. Deforestation and land degradation
B. Burning of fossil fuels and industrial processes
C. Population growth and consumption patterns
D. Natural disasters and volcanic eruptions
Question 13
What is the name of the Nigerian leader who played a key role in the country's transition to democracy in 1999?
A. Olusegun Obasanjo
B. Abdulsalami Abubakar
C. Ernest Shonekan
D. Sani Abacha
Question 14
The diagram below shows a simple circuit with a battery, a resistor, and a switch. What is the current flowing through the circuit when the switch is closed?
A. 5A
B. 10A
C. 15A
D. 20A
Question 15
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis
B. Cellular respiration
C. Photosynthesis
D. Cell division

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