POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Respect for tradition
C. Love for one's family
D. Duty to one's community
Question 2
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is a multilateral development financing institution that provides financing to developing countries. What is the primary source of OFID's funding?
A. Member countries' contributions
B. Borrowing from international financial institutions
C. Grants from donor countries
D. Investments from the private sector
Question 3
The use of 'sankofa' in African culture symbolizes
A. looking back to the past
B. moving forward to the future
C. embracing tradition and heritage
D. rejecting cultural norms and values
Question 4
The African Union (AU) has a number of organs that work together to achieve its goals. Which of the following is NOT one of the organs of the AU?
A. Assembly of Heads of State and Government
B. Council of Ministers
C. Commission of the AU
D. Parliament of the AU
Question 5
A firm's production function is given by the equation Q = 2L^0.5K^0.5, where Q is the quantity produced, L is the number of labor hours, and K is the capital stock. If the firm wants to increase its production by 10%, what percentage increase in labor hours is required, assuming that the capital stock remains constant?
A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 15%
D. 20%
Question 6
The use of 'sankofa' in African culture symbolizes
A. looking back to the past
B. moving forward to the future
C. embracing tradition and heritage
D. rejecting cultural norms and values
Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism and self-reliance
B. collectivism and community responsibility
C. humanism and the pursuit of happiness
D. utilitarianism and the greatest good for the greatest number
Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean?
A. Humanity towards others
B. Respect for tradition
C. Love for one's family
D. Duty to one's community
Question 9
The use of 'sankofa' in African culture symbolizes
A. looking back to the past
B. moving forward to the future
C. embracing tradition and heritage
D. rejecting cultural norms and values
Question 10
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is a multilateral development financing institution that provides financing to developing countries. What is the primary source of OFID's funding?
A. Member countries' contributions
B. Borrowing from international financial institutions
C. Grants from donor countries
D. Investments from the private sector
Question 11
The Hausa people have a rich cultural heritage, which includes a complex system of governance. In the Hausa kingdom of Kano, the emir is the head of state and is advised by a council of elders. However, the emir's power is limited by the fact that he must consult with the people before making important decisions. This system of governance is an example of which type of government?
A. Monarchy
B. Oligarchy
C. Democracy
D. Theocracy
Question 12
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) is a development finance institution that provides loans and grants to developing countries. Which of the following is NOT one of the criteria for eligibility for OFID funding?
A. The country must be a member of OPEC
B. The country must have a GDP per capita of less than 1,000
C. The country must have a stable political system
D. The country must have a high level of corruption
Question 13
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism and self-reliance
B. collectivism and community responsibility
C. humanism and the pursuit of happiness
D. utilitarianism and the greatest good for the greatest number
Question 14
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism and self-reliance
B. collectivism and community responsibility
C. humanism and the pursuit of happiness
D. utilitarianism and the greatest good for the greatest number
Question 15
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism and self-reliance
B. collectivism and community responsibility
C. humanism and the pursuit of happiness
D. utilitarianism and the greatest good for the greatest number

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