POST UTME ABU 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
Which of the following international organizations is responsible for promoting economic cooperation among its member states?
A. United Nations
B. African Union
Correct C. Economic Community of West African States
D. Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
What is the main theme of the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe?
A. The struggle for independence in Nigeria
Correct B. The impact of colonialism on traditional African societies
C. The role of women in Igbo culture
D. The importance of education in African societies

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
What is the process by which the Earth's plates move and change, resulting in the creation of mountains and volcanoes?
Correct A. Plate tectonics
B. Continental drift
C. Weathering and erosion
D. Plateau uplift

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?
Correct A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Osun River

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
What is the main cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate change
Correct C. Agricultural activities
D. Urbanization

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The Ogun River is a major river in Nigeria, which of the following cities is it located near?
A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Osogbo
Correct D. Abeokuta

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
What is the primary function of the International Court of Justice?
Correct A. To settle disputes between nations
B. To interpret international law
C. To provide advisory opinions
D. To impose sanctions on nations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
What is the process by which the Earth's atmosphere traps heat from the sun?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Conduction
Correct D. Radiation

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere through plants?
Correct A. Transpiration
B. Evaporation
C. Condensation
D. Infiltration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
What is the primary function of the African Union's Peace and Security Council?
A. To promote economic development
Correct B. To resolve conflicts between nations
C. To provide humanitarian aid
D. To promote regional integration

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The concept of 'Ugbo' in Igbo culture refers to a system of governance where power is held by a council of elders. Which of the following is a characteristic of Ugbo?
Correct A. Decentralized decision-making
B. Centralized authority
C. Merit-based leadership
D. Hereditary succession

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on Nigerian agriculture. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on agricultural productivity?
A. Increased crop yields
Correct B. Decreased crop yields
C. Shift in growing seasons
D. No impact on agricultural productivity

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 90% chance of generating a profit of ₦50,000. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦60,000
B. ₦70,000
Correct C. ₦80,000
D. ₦90,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. What is the current flowing through the 2Ω resistor?
A. 1A
Correct B. 2A
C. 3A
D. 4A

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A company is considering investing in a new project. The project has a 10% chance of generating a profit of ₦100,000 and a 90% chance of generating a profit of ₦50,000. What is the expected value of the project?
A. ₦60,000
B. ₦70,000
Correct C. ₦80,000
D. ₦90,000

Correct Answer: C

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Question 16
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
Correct B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The concept of 'sankofa' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
Correct C. Akan
D. Hausa

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

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
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
Correct A. It is a critique of colonialism
B. It is a celebration of traditional African culture
C. It is a portrayal of the struggles of Nigerian women
D. It is a depiction of the impact of Western education on African society

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
What is the primary cause of deforestation in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation
B. Climate Change
C. Urbanization
Correct D. Agricultural activities

Correct Answer: D

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Question 24
What is the concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy?
A. The interconnectedness of all things
Correct B. The importance of community and social responsibility
C. The pursuit of individual happiness and fulfillment
D. The rejection of Western values and culture

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
What is the primary function of the kidneys in the human body?
A. To regulate blood pressure
Correct B. To filter waste and excess fluids from the blood
C. To produce hormones that stimulate growth and development
D. To control the body's temperature

Correct Answer: B

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