POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. It emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'ubuntu'?
A. I am because we are
B. We are because I am
C. I am because I am strong
D. We are because we are weak
Question 2
The 'Abacha Loot' refers to the funds stolen by which of the following Nigerian leaders?
A. Sani Abacha
B. Muhammadu Buhari
C. Olusegun Obasanjo
D. Goodluck Jonathan
Question 3
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism
B. collectivism
C. humanism
D. egalitarianism
Question 4
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
A. To promote economic integration among West African countries
B. To provide a common currency for West African countries
C. To promote regional security
D. To promote cultural exchange
Question 5
What is the primary source of Nigeria's revenue?
A. Petroleum
B. Agriculture
C. Manufacturing
D. Services
Question 6
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the primary function of the National Assembly?
A. To make laws for the country
B. To appoint the President
C. To serve as the highest court in the land
D. To oversee the budget of the country
Question 7
What is the primary source of Nigeria's electricity?
A. Hydroelectric power
B. Thermal power
C. Nuclear power
D. Renewable energy
Question 8
In the context of Post-Independence Nigerian Politics, what was the primary reason for the military coup of 1966?
A. Economic instability and corruption
B. Ethnic tensions and power struggles
C. Military intervention and coup
D. External pressures and colonial legacy
Question 9
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
D. Zulu
Question 10
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'état was led by a group of military officers who were dissatisfied with the government of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa. Which of the following individuals was NOT one of the leaders of the coup?
A. Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu
B. Major Theophilus Danjuma
C. Colonel Yakubu Gowon
D. Colonel Joseph Akahan
Question 11
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. What is the function of the mitochondria?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To store genetic information
C. To generate energy for the cell
D. To regulate cell growth
Question 12
The concept of 'ubuntu' is central to African philosophy. It emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'ubuntu'?
A. I am because we are
B. We are because I am
C. I am because I am strong
D. We are because we are weak
Question 13
In the context of Nigerian History, what was the primary reason for the collapse of the Old Oyo Empire?
A. Internal conflicts and external pressures
B. Economic decline and environmental degradation
C. Religious conflicts and power struggles
D. External invasions and slave trade
Question 14
In the context of Nigerian economy, what is the primary function of the Central Bank of Nigeria?
A. To regulate the money supply
B. To control inflation
C. To oversee the budget of the country
D. To appoint the President
Question 15
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of
A. individualism
B. collectivism
C. humanism
D. egalitarianism

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