POST UTME CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. Promoting regional peace and security
B. Encouraging free movement of people and goods
Correct C. Establishing a single currency for all member states
D. Providing humanitarian assistance to affected countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
A car travels from Lagos to Abuja at an average speed of 80 km/h. If the distance between the two cities is 700 km, how many hours will the journey take?
A. 5 hours
Correct B. 6 hours
C. 7 hours
D. 8 hours

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. What is the function of the cell wall?
Correct A. To provide structural support to the cell
B. To regulate the movement of materials in and out of the cell
C. To synthesize proteins
D. To store genetic information

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The graph below shows the relationship between the volume of a gas and its temperature. What is the slope of the line?
A. 2
Correct B. 3
C. 4
D. 5

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 provides for the separation of powers among the three arms of government. Which of the following is NOT one of the powers of the legislative arm?
A. Making laws
Correct B. Appointing the President
C. Declaring war
D. Imposing taxes

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following processes?
A. Military rule
Correct B. Constitutional Conference
C. National Assembly
D. Executive Order

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
Correct D. Zulu

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in which of the following cities?
A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
Correct C. Kaduna
D. Enugu

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The concept of 'jihad' is most closely associated with which of the following Islamic scholars?
A. Umar ibn al-Khattab
B. Abu Bakr al-Siddiq
Correct C. Ibn Taymiyyah
D. Ibn Khaldun

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was led by which of the following military officers?
Correct A. Aguiyi Ironsi
B. Tunde Idiagbon
C. Murtala Mohammed
D. Olusegun Obasanjo

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A. External pressures from European colonizers
Correct B. Internal conflicts and power struggles
C. Economic decline and lack of resources
D. Environmental factors such as drought and famine

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. To synthesize proteins
Correct B. To generate energy for the cell
C. To store genetic information
D. To regulate cell growth and division

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that explores the themes of colonialism and cultural identity?
Correct A. Things Fall Apart
B. The Palm Wine Drinkard
C. The Lion and the Jewel
D. So Long a Letter

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
What is the primary advantage of using a digital signature in electronic communication?
Correct A. Increased security and authenticity
B. Improved data compression and transmission speed
C. Enhanced user experience and interface
D. Reduced costs and increased efficiency

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
What is the name of the Nigerian state with the highest population density?
Correct A. Lagos State
B. Kano State
C. Kaduna State
D. Sokoto State

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of 'ubuntu' in Igbo culture emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What is the Igbo word for 'ubuntu'?
Correct A. Umunna
B. Umuada
C. Umuagbogho
D. Umuagbogho

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A researcher studying the effects of climate change on Nigerian agriculture wants to analyze the relationship between temperature and crop yield. What type of statistical analysis would be most appropriate?
Correct A. Regression analysis
B. Correlation analysis
C. Time series analysis
D. ANOVA

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the equation of motion for this system?
Correct A. x(t) = A \sin(\omega t + \phi)
B. x(t) = A \cos(\omega t + \phi)
C. x(t) = A \sin(\omega t - \phi)
D. x(t) = A \cos(\omega t - \phi)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
A researcher wants to calculate the pH of a solution containing 0.1 M HCl and 0.1 M NaOH. What is the pH of the solution?
A. 1
Correct B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20
A diagram of a simple electric circuit is shown below. What is the current flowing through the circuit?
Correct A. 1 A
B. 2 A
C. 3 A
D. 4 A

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
Correct C. West
D. East

Correct Answer: C

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Question 22
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that tells the story of a young girl's struggle against the corrupt traditional leaders in her village?
Correct A. Things Fall Apart
B. Half of a Yellow Sun
C. So Long a Letter
D. The Joys of Motherhood

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The concept of 'Ugbo' in Igbo culture refers to?
A. A type of Igbo deity
B. A type of Igbo ancestral spirit
Correct C. A type of Igbo ancestral land
D. A type of Igbo ancestral people

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The 'Abacha regime' in Nigeria was marked by?
A. Increased economic growth
B. Increased political stability
Correct C. Human rights abuses and corruption
D. Increased foreign investment

Correct Answer: C

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Question 25
The 'Ekiti Parapo' was a movement in what region of Nigeria?
Correct A. South-West
B. South-East
C. North-Central
D. North-East

Correct Answer: A

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