POST UTME ABU 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that explores the themes of colonialism and cultural identity?
A. Things Fall Apart
B. Half of a Yellow Sun
C. So Long a Letter
D. The Palm Wine Drinkard
Question 2
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 1966 coup?
A. It marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria.
B. It led to the establishment of the First Republic.
C. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region.
D. It paved the way for the return of democracy in 1979.
Question 3
What is the name of the largest city in the Yoruba people?
A. Ibadan
B. Lagos
C. Ijebu
D. Oyo
Question 4
The concept of 'jihad' is most closely associated with which of the following religions?
A. Islam
B. Christianity
C. Hinduism
D. Buddhism
Question 5
What is the name of the highest mountain in Nigeria?
A. Chappal Waddi
B. Idanre Hills
C. Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove
D. Kainji National Park
Question 6
What is the process by which water moves through a plant, from the roots to the leaves, and is then released into the air as water vapor?
A. Photosynthesis
B. Respiration
C. Transpiration
D. Osmosis
Question 7
The diagram below shows a typical example of a Nigerian savanna ecosystem. What is the primary function of the grass in this ecosystem?
A. Food source for herbivores
B. Shade and shelter for animals
C. Habitat for insects
D. Support for epiphytes
Question 8
The diagram below shows a typical example of a Nigerian river system. What is the primary function of the river in this ecosystem?
A. Water source for agriculture
B. Habitat for aquatic life
C. Transportation route
D. Source of hydroelectric power
Question 9
What is the name of the largest ethnic group in Nigeria?
A. Hausa
B. Yoruba
C. Igbo
D. Fulani
Question 10
The concept of 'jihad' is most closely associated with which of the following religions?
A. Islam
B. Christianity
C. Hinduism
D. Buddhism
Question 11
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe?
A. It is a critique of colonialism and its impact on traditional African societies.
B. It is a celebration of the Igbo culture and traditions.
C. It is a romanticized portrayal of the pre-colonial era in Nigeria.
D. It is a historical account of the Nigerian Civil War.
Question 12
What is the name of the largest river in Nigeria?
A. Niger River
B. Benue River
C. Kaduna River
D. Osun River
Question 13
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To generate energy for the cell
C. To store genetic information
D. To regulate cell growth
Question 14
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the downstream petroleum sector.
B. To explore and produce petroleum resources.
C. To refine and distribute petroleum products.
D. To provide petroleum-related services to the government.
Question 15
What is the process by which an organism's genetic information is altered by external factors?

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