POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
In a probability experiment, what is the expected value of a random variable with a probability distribution?
A. The sum of all possible outcomes
B. The product of all possible outcomes
C. The average of all possible outcomes
D. The maximum of all possible outcomes
Question 2
What is the name of the environmental organization founded by Ken Saro-Wiwa?
A. Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People
B. Environmental Rights Action
C. Friends of the Earth Nigeria
D. Greenpeace Nigeria
Question 3
What is the name of the famous Nigerian writer who wrote the novel 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. Chinua Achebe
B. Wole Soyinka
C. Ben Okri
D. Tayeb Salih
Question 4
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the significance of the 1966 military coup?
A. It led to the establishment of the First Republic
B. It marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria
C. It resulted in the secession of the Eastern Region
D. It led to the overthrow of the First Republic
Question 5
What is the name of the Nigerian state that is known for its oil production?
A. Akwa Ibom
B. Delta
C. Rivers
D. Bayelsa
Question 6
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. Individualism
B. Collectivism
C. Humanism
D. Communitarianism
Question 7
What is the main cause of poverty in Nigeria?
A. Overpopulation.
B. Climate change.
C. Agricultural activities.
D. Corruption.
Question 8
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key goal of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)?
A. To reduce poverty and inequality
B. To promote sustainable development and reduce environmental degradation
C. To improve access to education and healthcare
D. To enhance regional cooperation and conflict resolution
Question 9
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is the capital of the state of Ekiti?
A. Ibadan.
B. Lagos.
C. Ado-Ekiti.
D. Abuja.
Question 10
The concept of 'jihad' in Islamic philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. Personal struggle
B. Social justice
C. Military conquest
D. Intellectual pursuit
Question 11
What is the main theme of Wole Soyinka's play 'Death and the King's Horseman'?
A. The struggle for independence in Nigeria.
B. The clash between traditional and modern values.
C. The importance of cultural heritage in Nigerian society.
D. The role of the king in Nigerian traditional politics.
Question 12
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is home to the National Museum?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Ibadan
D. Kano
Question 13
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the significance of the 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria?
A. It led to the creation of a unified Nigerian state.
B. It resulted in the division of Nigeria into three regions.
C. It marked the beginning of British colonial rule in Nigeria.
D. It led to the establishment of a federal system of government in Nigeria.
Question 14
What is the name of the Nigerian city that is the capital of the state of Osun?
A. Ibadan.
B. Lagos.
C. Osogbo.
D. Abuja.
Question 15
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in Nigeria?
A. To make laws for the country
B. To appoint the President
C. To approve the national budget
D. To declare war

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