POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes individualism
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes collectivism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes individual rights
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes collective rights
Question 2
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. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Question 3
The concept of 'jihad' is often misunderstood in the Western world. What is the primary difference between 'jihad' and 'holy war'?
A. Jihad is a personal struggle, while holy war is a collective effort
B. Jihad is a collective effort, while holy war is a personal struggle
C. Jihad is a spiritual struggle, while holy war is a physical struggle
D. Jihad is a physical struggle, while holy war is a spiritual struggle
Question 4
In the context of the Nigerian Civil War, what was the primary goal of the Biafran secessionists?
A. To establish a separate state based on ethnic and linguistic differences
B. To overthrow the Nigerian government and establish a socialist regime
C. To gain control of Nigeria's oil resources
D. To promote economic development in the eastern region
Question 5
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of community
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individualism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of collectivism
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individual rights
Question 6
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
A. To promote economic integration among West African countries
B. To provide a common currency for West African countries
C. To promote political unity among West African countries
D. To promote cultural exchange among West African countries
Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of individualism
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of collectivism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of individual rights
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of collective rights
Question 8
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of Power
B. Executive Overreach
C. Judicial Overreach
D. Legislative Overreach
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was a significant event in American politics. What was the primary outcome of the convention?
A. The nomination of Barry Goldwater as the Republican presidential candidate
B. The nomination of Nelson Rockefeller as the Republican presidential candidate
C. The adoption of a new Republican platform
D. The election of a new Republican national chairman
Question 10
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of community
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individualism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of collectivism
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' emphasizes the importance of individual rights
Question 11
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of individualism
B. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of collectivism
C. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of individual rights
D. The concept of 'ubuntu' is a concept of collective rights
Question 12
What is the main advantage of using the decimal system in mathematics?
A. It makes calculations easier and faster
B. It allows for more precise calculations
C. It simplifies the representation of large numbers
D. It reduces the risk of errors in calculations
Question 13
A researcher is conducting a study on the effects of social media on mental health in Nigeria. What type of data collection method would be most appropriate for this study?
A. Surveys
B. Interviews
C. Observations
D. Experiments
Question 14
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the 1914 Amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates?
A. It led to the creation of the modern Nigerian state
B. It resulted in the loss of territory to the British
C. It marked the beginning of colonial rule in Nigeria
D. It led to the establishment of a federal system of government
Question 15
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to a series of events that ultimately resulted in the Biafran Civil War. What was the primary cause of the conflict?
A. Ethnic tensions between the Igbo and Hausa-Fulani
B. Economic disparities between the North and South
C. Political power struggles between the military and civilian leaders
D. Religious differences between Christians and Muslims

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