POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2018 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
Which of the following famous Nigerian leaders was a key figure in the country's struggle for independence?
A. Obafemi Awolowo
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
C. Humphrey Ogada
D. Tafawa Balewa
Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of which African country?
A. South Africa
B. Nigeria
C. Ghana
D. Kenya
Question 3
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of the government of General Aguiyi Ironsi. What was the primary reason for the coup?
A. Economic crisis
B. Corruption
C. Ethnic tensions
D. Military coup
Question 4
The 1963 Republican Convention in the United States was notable for which of the following?
A. The nomination of Barry Goldwater as the Republican presidential candidate
B. The adoption of the Republican Party platform
C. The election of the Republican National Committee
D. The selection of the Republican vice-presidential candidate
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Checks and Balances
C. Rule of Law
D. Accountability
Question 6
The concept of 'haram' is central to the Islamic law of which country?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. Iran
C. Egypt
D. Turkey
Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to the philosophy of which African country?
A. South Africa
B. Nigeria
C. Ghana
D. Kenya
Question 8
The concept of 'sankofa' in African culture emphasizes the importance of learning from the past. Which of the following best describes the essence of sankofa?
A. Looking back to move forward
B. Learning from mistakes
C. Embracing tradition
D. Ignoring the past
Question 9
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the essence of ubuntu?
A. Individualism
B. Collectivism
C. Humanism
D. Communitarianism
Question 10
The 1967 Nigerian Civil War was fought between which two groups?
A. The Nigerian government and the Igbo people
B. The Nigerian government and the Hausa people
C. The Nigerian government and the Yoruba people
D. The Nigerian government and the Fulani people
Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Checks and Balances
C. Rule of Law
D. Accountability
Question 12
The Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War, occurred from 1967 to 1970. Which of the following was a major consequence of the war?
A. The creation of the state of Biafra
B. The death of over 1 million people
C. The displacement of over 2 million people
D. The destruction of the city of Lagos
Question 13
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is the regulatory agency for the telecommunications industry in Nigeria. Which of the following is a major function of the NCC?
A. To regulate the telecommunications industry
B. To promote economic development
C. To provide telecommunications services
D. To conduct research on telecommunications
Question 14
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) is the national meteorological agency of Nigeria. Which of the following is a major function of NIMET?
A. To provide weather forecasts
B. To conduct research on meteorology
C. To regulate the aviation industry
D. To promote economic development
Question 15
What is the primary source of energy for the Earth's climate system?
A. Solar energy
B. Geothermal energy
C. Wind energy
D. Hydro energy

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