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Question 1
The role of international organizations in promoting peace and security is a critical aspect of global governance. Which of the following is a key function of the United Nations (UN) in this regard?
A. Peacekeeping and conflict resolution
B. Humanitarian assistance and disaster relief
C. Economic development and poverty reduction
D. Promoting human rights and democracy
Question 2
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its efforts to establish a single currency for the continent. Which of the following is a key challenge facing the AU in achieving this goal?
A. Divergent economic policies among member states
B. Lack of infrastructure development
C. Insufficient funding
D. Inadequate institutional capacity
Question 3
The United Nations has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the United Nations?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. Economic and Social Council
D. International Court of Justice
Question 4
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a system of government is most closely associated with which of the following philosophers?
A. John Locke
B. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
C. Montesquieu
D. Thomas Hobbes
Question 5
A local government council is responsible for providing basic amenities such as water, electricity, and healthcare to its citizens. What is the term for the level of government that has the responsibility of providing these basic amenities?
A. Federal government
B. State government
C. Local government
D. International organization
Question 6
The doctrine of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?
A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch enforces laws.
C. The legislative branch enforces laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch makes laws.
D. The legislative branch, executive branch, and judicial branch have equal powers.
Question 7
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of separation of powers. Which of the following is a characteristic of a constitution that embodies the principle of separation of powers?
A. A constitution that grants the executive, legislative, and judicial branches equal powers.
B. A constitution that divides powers among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
C. A constitution that grants the executive branch absolute power.
D. A constitution that grants the legislative branch absolute power.
Question 8
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. If the circuit is connected to a 9V battery, what is the total resistance of the circuit?
A. 10 ohms
B. 20 ohms
C. 30 ohms
D. 40 ohms
Question 9
The United Nations is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the United Nations?
A. To promote economic development
B. To promote peace and security
C. To promote human rights
D. To promote environmental protection
Question 10
A country's foreign policy is influenced by its national interests, which are shaped by its economic, political, and social factors. What is the term for the process of a country's foreign policy being influenced by its domestic factors?
A. Realism
B. Liberalism
C. Domestic determinism
D. International determinism
Question 11
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is a correct example of a check on the power of the National Assembly?
A. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
B. The power of the President to veto laws passed by the National Assembly
C. The power of the National Assembly to impeach the President
D. The power of the National Assembly to approve the budget
Question 12
The Nigerian Constitution is the supreme law of the land. Which of the following is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. The right to freedom of speech and expression.
B. The right to freedom of assembly and association.
C. The right to freedom from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, or religion.
D. The right to vote in elections.
Question 13
The concept of separation of powers is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a power that is shared between the legislative and executive branches?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to regulate commerce
C. The power to provide for education
D. The power to appoint judges to the supreme court
Question 14
The concept of checks and balances is a mechanism that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president.
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws passed by Congress unconstitutional.
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by Congress.
D. The power of the legislative branch to override a presidential veto.
Question 15
The concept of international relations is a study of the interactions between nations. Which of the following is a type of international organization?
A. A non-governmental organization (NGO).
B. A government agency.
C. A multinational corporation.
D. A regional economic community (REC).

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