POST UTME DELSU 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
A water tank can hold 2000 liters of water. If 1500 liters of water are already in the tank, what percentage of the tank is filled?
A. 50%
B. 60%
C. 70%
D. 80%
Question 2
What is the main theme of Chinua Achebe's novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The struggle for independence and self-rule
B. The clash between traditional and modern values
C. The importance of cultural heritage and tradition
D. The role of the individual in shaping history
Question 3
What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?
A. Protein synthesis
B. Cell signaling
C. Energy production
D. Cell division
Question 4
What is the name of the Nigerian river that flows through the Niger Delta region?
A. River Benue
B. River Niger
C. River Kano
D. River Sokoto
Question 5
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate?
A. Economic decline
B. External pressures
C. Internal conflicts
D. Religious differences
Question 6
The United Nations' primary goal is to maintain international peace and security. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Peacekeeping missions
B. Sanctions and embargoes
C. Diplomatic negotiations
D. Economic aid
Question 7
In the context of Basic Science and Everyday Technology, what is the primary function of the human eye?
A. To detect light and color
B. To regulate body temperature
C. To produce sound waves
D. To facilitate taste and smell
Question 8
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the core idea of ubuntu?
A. Individualism and self-reliance
B. Collectivism and interdependence
C. Humanism and altruism
D. Utilitarianism and pragmatism
Question 9
Solve for x in the equation ( 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 ).
A. ( x = -1.5 )
B. ( x = 0.5 )
C. ( x = -3 )
D. ( x = 2 )
Question 10
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the downstream petroleum sector
B. To explore and produce petroleum resources
C. To refine and distribute petroleum products
D. To provide technical assistance to the oil industry
Question 11
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the role of the National Assembly?
A. To make laws
B. To appoint the President
C. To approve the budget
D. To declare war
Question 12
A rectangular garden measures 10m by 5m. If a path that is 1m wide is built around it, what is the area of the path?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
Question 13
In the context of Nigerian literature, what is the significance of the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It is a critique of colonialism
B. It is a celebration of traditional culture
C. It is a portrayal of modern Nigerian society
D. It is a historical account of the Nigerian Civil War
Question 14
What is the primary cause of the greenhouse effect?
A. Deforestation
B. Industrialization
C. Burning fossil fuels
D. Population growth
Question 15
In the context of Nigerian history, what was the significance of the Aba Women's Riots of 1929?
A. The riots marked the beginning of the Nigerian independence movement
B. The riots were a response to the imposition of taxes on women
C. The riots were a protest against the British colonial authorities' treatment of women
D. The riots were a demonstration of women's rights and empowerment

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