POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2021 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is a financial institution that provides loans and grants to developing countries. What is the primary source of funding for OFID?
A. Member countries' contributions
B. Interest on loans and investments
C. Grants from donor countries
D. Revenue from oil exports
Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism and self-reliance
B. collectivism and community responsibility
C. humanism and individual freedom
D. utilitarianism and the greatest good for the greatest number
Question 3
What is the primary function of the Nigerian Stock Exchange?
A. To provide a platform for the buying and selling of government securities
B. To facilitate the trading of shares and other securities
C. To provide a platform for the buying and selling of commodities
D. To provide a platform for the buying and selling of foreign exchange
Question 4
Which of the following Nigerian leaders played a key role in the country's transition to democracy in 1999?
A. Olusegun Obasanjo
B. Abiola
C. Ibrahim Babangida
D. Sani Abacha
Question 5
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that tells the story of a young girl's journey to self-discovery?
A. Things Fall Apart
B. Half of a Yellow Sun
C. So Long a Letter
D. The Joys of Motherhood
Question 6
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant increase in remote work. Which of the following is a benefit of remote work?
A. Increases productivity
B. Reduces commuting time
C. Improves work-life balance
D. Increases job satisfaction
Question 7
What is the name of the political party that was formed in 1998 by General Olusegun Obasanjo?
A. People's Democratic Party (PDP)
B. All Progressives Congress (APC)
C. Social Democratic Party (SDP)
D. National Republican Convention (NRC)
Question 8
The Niger Delta region is a major source of oil revenue for Nigeria. What is the primary environmental impact of oil extraction in the region?
A. Deforestation and habitat destruction
B. Water pollution and oil spills
C. Soil erosion and land degradation
D. Climate change and greenhouse gas emissions
Question 9
What is the name of the ancient city that was the capital of the Nok civilization?
A. Kano
B. Katsina
C. Jos
D. Nok
Question 10
The 2020 Nigerian general election was notable for the introduction of a new voting system. Which of the following best describes this new system?
A. Open Ballot System
B. Electronic Voting System
C. Card Reader System
D. Biometric Voting System
Question 11
The Niger Delta region is a major source of oil revenue for Nigeria. What is the primary environmental impact of oil extraction in the region?
A. Deforestation and habitat destruction
B. Water pollution and oil spills
C. Soil erosion and land degradation
D. Climate change and greenhouse gas emissions
Question 12
What is the term for 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. Evaporation
Question 13
The 1960s and 1970s were a period of significant social and cultural change in Nigeria. What was the primary cause of this change?
A. The influence of Western culture and values
B. The rise of nationalism and independence movements
C. The impact of colonialism and imperialism
D. The effects of urbanization and migration
Question 14
The 1960s and 1970s were a period of significant social and cultural change in Nigeria. What was the primary cause of this change?
A. The influence of Western culture and values
B. The rise of nationalism and independence movements
C. The impact of colonialism and imperialism
D. The effects of urbanization and migration
Question 15
What is the formula for the area of a circle?
A. ( A = pi r^2 )
B. ( A = 2pi r )
C. ( A = pi r )
D. ( A = pi r^3 )

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