POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of people and goods among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
Correct D. To promote the use of English as the official language among member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is rich in oil reserves. What is the main environmental impact of oil exploration in this region?
A. Water pollution
B. Soil erosion
C. Loss of biodiversity
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3
The United Nations (UN) has 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To maintain international peace and security
B. To promote sustainable development
C. To protect human rights
Correct D. To promote the use of English as the official language among member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) was established in 1960 with the aim of coordinating the petroleum policies of its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of OPEC?
A. To promote the stability of the global oil market
B. To increase the production of oil among member states
C. To promote the use of oil as a source of energy
Correct D. To promote the use of English as the official language among member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa. Which of the following is NOT one of the main tributaries of the Niger River?
A. Benue River
B. Niger River
C. Kaduna River
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
In the context of Nigerian politics, what was the significance of the 1966 coup?
Correct A. It led to the establishment of a military government.
B. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region.
C. It paved the way for the return of civilian rule.
D. It marked the beginning of the Biafran War.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
Solve for x in the equation ( log_{10} (x^2) = 4 ).
A. 10
Correct B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
Identify the type of government in Nigeria since 1999.
Correct A. Federal Republic
B. Unitary State
C. Confederation
D. Constitutional Monarchy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
What is the main difference between a vector and a scalar?
Correct A. A vector has both magnitude and direction, while a scalar has only magnitude.
B. A vector has only magnitude, while a scalar has both magnitude and direction.
C. A vector is a quantity with no direction, while a scalar is a quantity with direction.
D. A vector is a quantity with direction, while a scalar is a quantity with no direction.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
In the context of Nigerian economy, what is the significance of the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP)?
Correct A. It led to the liberalization of the economy.
B. It resulted in the privatization of state-owned enterprises.
C. It paved the way for the return of foreign investment.
D. It marked the beginning of the economic crisis.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military Rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Decree

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Assembly?
Correct A. To make laws for the Federal Republic of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the budget of the Federal Government
D. To appoint judges of the Supreme Court

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil and Gas
B. Coal and Iron Ore
C. Copper and Gold
D. Diamond and Platinum

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
Correct A. Constitutional Conference
B. Military Rule
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Decree

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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. Adekunle Fajuyi
Correct D. Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in the history of Nigerian politics because it marked the beginning of the end of the First Republic. Which of the following was a major consequence of this convention?
A. The formation of the Nigerian People's Congress (NPC)
B. The emergence of the Northern People's Congress (NPC) as the dominant party
Correct C. The collapse of the First Republic
D. The rise of the Action Group (AG) as a major party

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The concept of 'jihad' has been interpreted in various ways throughout history. Which of the following is a key aspect of the Islamic concept of jihad?
A. The struggle against non-Muslims
Correct B. The struggle against internal corruption
C. The struggle for personal spiritual growth
D. The struggle for economic development

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
The 1967 civil war in Nigeria was sparked by the secession of which of the following regions?
Correct A. Eastern Region
B. Western Region
C. Northern Region
D. Mid-Western Region

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Niger Delta region is rich in which of the following resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Natural Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron Ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
Which of the following authors wrote the novel 'Half of a Yellow Sun'?
A. Chinua Achebe
B. Wole Soyinka
Correct C. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
D. Ben Okri

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
The 'Green Revolution' in Nigeria was led by which of the following individuals?
A. Obafemi Awolowo
B. Tafawa Balewa
C. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct D. Akin Adesina

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25
The 'Abacha Loot' refers to the billions of dollars stolen by which of the following Nigerian leaders?
Correct A. Sani Abacha
B. Muhammadu Buhari
C. Olusegun Obasanjo
D. Goodluck Jonathan

Correct Answer: A

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