POST UTME BABCOCK UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of sustainability is central to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Which of the following is a key principle of sustainability?
A. To meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
B. To reduce poverty and inequality
C. To promote economic growth and development
D. To protect the environment
Question 2
The use of 'sallah' in Nigerian English refers to:
A. a type of Nigerian dish
B. a celebration of Eid al-Fitr
C. a type of Nigerian music
D. a type of Nigerian dance
Question 3
The concept of 'wahala' in Nigerian Pidgin English is often used to describe a situation that is:
A. chaotic
B. complicated
C. difficult
D. troublesome
Question 4
The concept of sustainable development was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
A. United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED)
B. Rio Declaration on Environment and Development
C. Agenda 21
D. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Question 5
The use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has transformed the way we live, work, and interact with each other. Which of the following is a benefit of using ICT?
A. Increased productivity
B. Improved communication
C. Enhanced security
D. All of the above
Question 6
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 500 km, how long does the journey take?
A. 5 hours
B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours
Question 7
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following as the official language of Nigeria?
A. English
B. Hausa
C. Yoruba
D. Igbo
Question 8
The 1963 Lagos Plan of Action was a regional economic development plan for which of the following regions?
A. West Africa
B. East Africa
C. Central Africa
D. North Africa
Question 9
The concept of 'japa' in Nigerian Pidgin English refers to:
A. leaving one's country of origin
B. returning to one's country of origin
C. staying in one's country of origin
D. traveling to another country
Question 10
The concept of social responsibility is concerned with the obligations of individuals and organizations to society. Which of the following is a type of social responsibility?
A. Corporate social responsibility
B. Philanthropy
C. Volunteering
D. All of the above
Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following as the official capital of Nigeria?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kaduna
D. Port Harcourt
Question 12
In a recent survey, 75% of respondents in Nigeria reported using social media. If 25 people were surveyed, how many of them use social media?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
Question 13
The concept of environmental sustainability is concerned with the conservation of natural resources for future generations. Which of the following is a strategy for achieving environmental sustainability?
A. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
B. Use renewable energy sources
C. Conserve water and energy
D. All of the above
Question 14
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by which of the following military officers?
A. General Aguiyi Ironsi
B. General Yakubu Gowon
C. General Murtala Mohammed
D. General Olusegun Obasanjo
Question 15
The concept of environmental degradation was first introduced in which of the following international agreements?
A. United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED)
B. Rio Declaration on Environment and Development
C. Agenda 21
D. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

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