POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 'National Youth Service Corps' (NYSC) was established in which year?
A. 1973
B. 1975
C. 1977
D. 1979
Question 2
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by?
A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu
B. General Aguiyi Ironsi
C. Colonel Yakubu Gowon
D. General T.Y. Danjuma
Question 3
A diagram of a titration setup is shown below. What is the purpose of the burette?
A. To measure the volume of the solution
B. To mix the solution with the analyte
C. To add the analyte to the solution
D. To measure the pH of the solution
Question 4
The 'Economic Community of West African States' (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990
Question 5
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
B. Collectivism and community responsibility
C. Human rights and dignity
D. Economic development and prosperity
Question 6
A researcher conducted a study to investigate the effect of climate change on the population dynamics of a particular species. The researcher used a statistical model to analyze the data. What type of statistical model was most likely used?
A. Linear regression model
B. Logistic regression model
C. Generalized linear mixed model
D. Time series analysis model
Question 7
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the 'Hausa-Fulani' empire?
A. It was a major trading empire that controlled the trans-Saharan trade
B. It was a powerful military empire that conquered much of West Africa
C. It was a major center of Islamic learning and culture
D. It was a small kingdom that was eventually absorbed into the Sokoto Caliphate
Question 8
The 2023 general elections in Nigeria were characterized by a significant increase in the use of technology to enhance the voting process. Which of the following technologies was NOT used in the 2023 general elections?
A. Blockchain-based voting system
B. Biometric authentication
C. Electronic voting machines
D. Smart card-based voting system
Question 9
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the amplitude of the motion?
A. 2
B. 4
C. 6
D. 8
Question 10
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by?
A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu
B. General Aguiyi Ironsi
C. Colonel Yakubu Gowon
D. General T.Y. Danjuma
Question 11
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
D. Zulu
Question 12
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society
B. It represents the struggle for independence in Nigeria
C. It signifies the importance of family in Igbo culture
D. It reflects the author's personal experiences growing up in Nigeria
Question 13
The concept of 'sankofa' in African culture emphasizes the importance of?
A. Looking back to the past
B. Moving forward to the future
C. Learning from mistakes
D. Embracing change
Question 14
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in Lagos, Nigeria. Which of the following was a major outcome of this convention?
A. The formation of the Nigerian People's Congress (NPC)
B. The adoption of a federal system of government
C. The election of Nnamdi Azikiwe as the first President of Nigeria
D. The creation of the Western Region
Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Assembly, which is composed of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. What is the primary function of the Senate?
A. To represent the interests of the 36 states of the federation
B. To make laws for the peace, order, and good government of the federation
C. To oversee the implementation of government policies
D. To appoint the President and Vice President

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