DEEPER LIFE HIGH SCHOOL

THIRD TERM EXAMINATION 2018/2019 SESSION

SUBJECT : CIVIC EDUCATION CLASS : SS2 Time : 1½HRS
Instruction : Answer all questions in section A and Three in section B.
SECTION A (Objective Test: Choose the option from a – d)

1. ………influences our attitude and behavior

(A) beauty (B) knowledge (C)value (D) honesty
2. Positive values include the following EXCEPT.
(A)Justice (B) Selflessness (C)Honesty (D) wealth
3. The habit of facing or doing one's job with all seriousness is
(A) punctuality (B) regularity (C) dedication (D) efficiency
4. Examination malpractice is a form of …… behavior.
(A) negative (B)cheating (C)positive (D) indiscipline
5. The symbol of authority of the legislature is the ……….
(A) bell (B)flag (C) wig (D) mace
6. As Gateway is to Ogun state………… is to Kaduna state
(A)sunshine (B)pace setter (C)food Basket of the nation (D) Centre of Learning
7. One of these is not the role of citizens in maintaining national security
(A) vigilance (B) patriotism (C) causing security threats (D) law-abiding
8. The last hope of the common man is
(A) legislature (B) executive (C) judiciary (D) labour union
citizens in maintaining national security (A) vigilance (B) patriotism (C)causing security
threats (D) Law abiding
executive (C)
9. Democracy originated from………
(A) America (B)Europe (C) Nigeria (D) Ancient Greece
propounded by……….. (A) professor A.V Dicey (B)professor J.J.Rosseau (C)Adam Smith
(D) AjayiCrowther
10. The theory of the rule of law was propounded by
(A) Prof. A. V. Dicey (B) prof. J J Rosseau (C)Adam Smith (D) Ajayi Crowther
11. The following are ways to adequately safeguard the minority group, except……………
(A) provision of social amenities (B) free and quality education (C)multi-party system (D)
majority rule
12. …………constitution is often adopted to allay the fear of the minority and uphold the rule
of law.
(A) rigid (B) federal (C) unitary (D) flexible
fear of the minority and uphold the rule of law (A) rigid (B)federal(C)written (D) Flexible
13.Sources of constitution include all the following except
(A)customs and tradition (B)judicial precedents (C) conventions (D)presidential speech
14. These are rights of citizens except
(A) right to life (B) right to sell (C) right to personal liberty (D) right to own property
15. The local government was formally established in the year……….
(A)1960 (B)1963 (C) 1978 (D)1976
16. The following are mass media except
(A) radio (B)television (C)newspaper (D) the pentagon
17. Political parties are organization that share……………….
(A) common ideas and interest (B) divergent ideas and views (C) economic resources (D)
post and money
and interests (B)divergent ideas and views (C) economic resource(D)posts and money
18. The electoral body responsible for conducting local government election in the 36 states
of the federation is called……….
(A) SIEC (B) INEC (C) NECON (D) LIEC
19. The arm of government responsible for the enforcement of government policies is
called…….
(A)legislature (B)judiciary (C)parliament (D)executive
20. Nigeria operates a …………party system
(A)one (B) two (C)three (D) multi-party
21.One of the causes of HIV/AIDS includes the following EXCEPT.
(A) blood transfusion (B)having sex with infected persons(C)sharing sharp instruments with
infected persons (D) using the same toilet facilities with infected person
22. Rule of law means…………….
(A)pre-eminence of the law (B)absence of legal immunity (C)peace, order and stability (D)
obedience to any authority
23. Cultism can be described to be………
(A)amiable (B)attractive (C) dangerous (D)harmless
24.Victims of human trafficking are usually compelled to engage in
(A)lucrative employment (B)visiting tourist sites (C)part-time studies (D) forced labour
25. The National Assembly, Presidency and Court which are inter-related and
interdependent in our democracy constitute the
(A) tiers of government (B) types of democracy (C)forms of government (D) arms of
government
26. A system of government that listens to public opinion and tolerates opposition is…
(A)dictatorial system (B) capitalist system (C)democratic system (D)socialist system
27. A situation where most citizens fail to vote in elections could be described as
(A)political socialization (B) culture apathy (C)legitimacy (D)Political apathy
28. Conflicts are better resolved in the society through
(A)tribunal (B) litigation (C)dialogue (D) court
29. The government that provides grassroots development is the
(A)state government (B)unitary government (C)local government (D) federal Government
30. To prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS, people should be encouraged to
(A) avoid casual sexual activities (B)marry very early in life (C) engage in gainful employment
(D) pursue higher education
31. One of the major barriers to national development is
(A)the low poverty level (B)existence of multi-party system (C) prevalence of corrupt
practices (D) persistent rural-urban migration
32. Copy right is a special law that protects one's…
(A)right to life (B)right to play (C)right to privacy (D) artistic creations and writings
33. All the following are pillars of democracy except
(A)constitution (B)chambers (C)free press (D)the people
34 …………. was the resolution that brought about the declarations of man and of citizens
(A)military resolution (B) French resolution (C) Poland resolution (D) legitimate
resolution
35. All the following assist in protecting the human rights of citizens except
(A)legal aid council (B)NADECO (C)NAPTIP (D)NDLEA
36. Law breakers are known as……….
(A)deviants (B)bad citizens (C)conformists (D)law-haters
37. Construction and maintenance of trunk C roads is a function of the ………. government
(A)federal (B) state (C)local (D) State and Federal
38. All written constitution could also be
(A) rigid (B)flexible(C)unwritten (D) written
39. The press comprises both the……………. media
(A)electronic and print (B)newspaper and magazine (C)television and radio
(D)commentators and radio
40. The process of impeachment is initiated by ….……organ of government
(A)legislative (B)judicial (C)executive (D) Police
41. International Human Rights Day is celebrated every December
(A)10 (B) 20 (C) 15 (D) 22
42. The following are the political units in Nigeria EXCEPT………………………
(A)wards (B)constituencies (C) communities (D) senatorial districts
43. The first world war was between………….
(A)1914-1918 (B)1918-1922 (C)1842-1818 (D)1924-1928
44. …………….is a type of legislature
(A) federal (B) bicameral (C)civil (D)polish
45. Local government is headed by the
(A) councilor (B) commissioner (C)chairman (D)rector
46. In a democratic setting, leaders are voted into power through the most popular principle
known as…
(A)minority rule (B)majority rule (C) region rule (D) ethnic rule
 47. ……….is the act of taking or offering gratification to obtain an undeserved advantage…….
(A) corruption (B)cheating(C)bribery (D)gambling
48. The following are cult activities EXCEPT…………
(A) secret meetings (B) maiming of lives (C) initiations (D) public initiation of members
49. The first military coup in Nigeria took place on….
(A) January 15, 1966 (B) July 15, 1966 (C) July 29, 1966 (D) January 15, 1967
50. Presently the senate has ………………members
(A)101 (B)107 (C)108 (D)109
51. There is the likelihood of __________in areas where conflicts occur
(A) Outbreak of disease (B) full development (C) opportunities (D) relocation of landed
properties.
52. A community is _______
(A) a small village (B) a large town (C) a group of people living together in the same
locality (B) a man and his environment.
53. _________ relationship means political, economical, social and cultural relationship
between two or more communities.

(A) Inter-personal (B) Inter-communal (C) National (D) International

54. The following are benefits of inter-communal relationship except ___

(A) Peace and stability (B) Political ties (C) socio-economic development (D) communal
injustice.
55. Which of the following will encourage and promote peace and unity between
communities ?
(A) Inter-marriages (B) conflicts (C) Scrambling for mineral deposit (D) Lack of political
ties between communities.
56. Relationship is divided into two main parts, namely
(A) Intra and Enter (B) Inter and Extra (C) Inter and Intra (D)Inter and Internal
57. Inter-communal relationship is the interaction which exists between individuals, groups,
organizations that……………social interest, goals, aspirations, feelings in a given area or
place.
(A) Show (B) Divide (C) Discuss (D) Share
58. Inter communal relationship can occur at all these levels except.
(A) Family level (B)Rural level (C) Urban level (D) National level
59. At the national level, inter-communal relationship is possible in these sub-divisions with
the exception of………….
(A) Sport and festivals (B) Marriage relationships (C) Trading activities (D) Science and
technology
60 ……………is not among the importance of inter communal relationship
(A) Promotion of development (B) Emergency of business activities (C) Adequate
security of life and property (D)It promotes misunderstanding among the people
SECTION B (ESSAY)
INSTRUCTION: Answer any three questions

1. (A) Explain the term citizenship education. 3marks

(B) State seven reasons for effective citizenship education of Nigerian youths. 7marks
2. (A) What is the full meaning of PLWHA? 1mark.
(B) Highlight six symptoms/ features of PLWHA. 6marks
(C) List 3 forms of stigmatization of PLWHA. 3marks.

3a. List and explain 4 traffic signs 4marks

3b. state five (5) functions of FRSC 5marks
3c. Define Traffic Regulation 1mark

4a. What is the meaning of inter-communal Relationship ? 2marks

4b. Briefly explain 4 benefits of inter-communal relationship ? 4marks
4c. Enumerate four (4) effects of inter-communal conflicts ? 4marks
 DEEPER LIFE HIGH SCHOOL
THIRD TERM EXAMINATION 2018/2019 ACADEMIC SESSION
SUBJECT : CIVIC EDUCATION CLASS : SS2
MARKING GUIDE

1. C 11. D 21. D 31. C 41. A 51. A

2. D 12. B 22. A 32. D 42. C 52. C
3.C 13. D 23. C 33. B 43. A 53. B
4, A 14.B 24. D 34. B 44. B 54. D
5.D 15. D 25. D 35. D 45. C 55. A
6. D 16. D 26. C 36. A 46. B 56. C
7. C 17. A 27. D 37. C 47. C 57. D
8.C 18. A 28. C 38. A 48. D 58. A
9. D 19. D 29. C 39. A 49. A 59. B
10. A 20. D 30. A 40. A 50. D 60. D

SECTION B (ESSAY)
1.(A) Explain the term citizenship education
Citizenship Education is a type of education which instills desirable values attitudes, skill
and knowledge into individuals to enable them participate in the affairs of their group or
adjust functionally as good citizens (3marks)
(B) State six reasons for effective citizenship education of Nigerian youths
 Sensitize Nigerian youths on their duties and rights as citizens.
 Produce responsible, well informed and self- reliant Nigerian youths.
 Inculcate the right values and attitudes into the youths for the development
of the society
 Help citizens especially youths identify national problems and proffer
solutions.
 Produce enlightened youths who are politically and nationally conscious.
 Instill in the youths high moral standards which are required for the
development of the country.
 Encourage national integration and nation building.
 Prepares the youths for future leadership roles.
 Instill in youths a sense of national consciousness and patriotism towards
their society and the country at large.
 Provide the youths with sound knowledge and skills required by them to
actively participate in the process of democratic governance in the society e.g
 voting standing for election, protesting against bad policies and constructive
criticism of leaders among others. (xi) Inform citizens of the activities of
government in a democratic society.
 Educate citizens on the importance of rules and regulations in the society e.g
rule of law.
(Any 7points at 1mark each= 7marks)

2(A)What is the full meaning of PLWHA ?

(a) People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) (1mark)

(B) Highlight six symptoms/ features of PLWHA.

- Symptoms of PLWHA
- fever
- aching muscles and joints
- sore throat
- swollen glands
- loss of weight
- persistent cough
- diarrhoea etc.
(1mark for any 6 points = 6marks)

(C) List 3 forms of stigmatization of PLWHA.

- refusal to give job to an HIV/AIDS patient
- refusal to rent accommodation to HIV/AIDS patient
- laying off a worker known to be HIV positive
- refusal to interact with family of an HIV patient.
- physical and verbal abuse of an HIV patient.
(1mark to any 3 points mentioned = 3marks).

3a. List and explain 4 traffic signs 4marks

1.Traffic Lights : This is usually located at cross-roads junctions. Traffic lights have three
colours, which are green, amber and red. Each colour gives specific instruction to road
users, e.g. Amber (Yellow light) indicates get ready to go, Green means go while red means
stop.
2.Zebra Crossing : This is used to indicate where pedestrians (people walking) can safely
cross the road. Once a pedestrian steps on the zebra line, motorists, motorcyclists and
bicycle riders are expected to stop. Zebra crossing are usually constructed in front of
schools, hospital, markets and busy spots.
3. Road Diversion : It is a road sign that prepares road users for a change in the direction of
the road.
4. Hill Sign : the hill sign means to inform road users about the hill nature of the road
ahead.
5. Road Block : are stops on the road usually for security checks e.g. the police check point,
customs, immigration and Federal Road Safely Commission (FRSC)
(Any four point explained at 1mark each=4marks, mere listing ½ mark each).

3b. state five (5) functions of FRSC 5marks

- Making the highways safe for motorists and other road users.
- Recommending works and infrastructures to eliminate or minimize accidents on the
highways.
- Educating motorists and members of the public on the importance of road discipline
on the highways.
- Prevention and reduction of road accidents on all public roads across the country
- Regulate, enforce and co-ordinate all road traffic and safety management activities.
- The government is responsible to strengthen traffic laws by making new laws and
amending ineffective laws.
- Punishment of offenders that disregard or disobey traffic rules.
- Construction of road traffic signs on the major highways to enhance safety.
- There should be pubic enlightenment for example : public lectures, symposia,
workshops, newspaper articles among others. So that the consequences of
disobeying the law.
- NGOs also obey and assist traffic officials such as boys and girls brigade, Boys Scout.
They visit function where there are traffic jam to regulate traffic. They also provide
First Aid to accident victims)
(Any five points at 1mark each=5 marks)
3c. Define Traffic Regulation
 Traffic rules and regulations refer to a set of laws prepared for road users on how to
behave on the road.
 Traffic regulations are those laws, rules and regulations which all road users must
follow. The road users include pedestrians, motorcyclists, and drivers of all kinds of
vehicles. It is called a high way code in UK, traffic code in USA and highway codes in
Nigeria. (Any correct definition at 1mark)

4a. What is the meaning of inter-communal relationship ? (2 marks)

 Inter-communal relationships mean political, economical, social and cultural
relationship between two or more communities. Communities involved in such
relationships receive some benefits in response to their needs and concern for their
welfare and interest.
 In addition, Inter-communal relationship result in the exchange of goods and
services from neighbouring community, marriage between members of different
communities, migration and settlement in different community.
 (A good definition at 2 marks)
4b. Importance/benefits of inter-communal relationship include : (4 marks)
1. Peace and stability : inter-communal relationship promotes peace and stability
among communities.
2. Social–economic development : relationship between two or more communities
could lead to socio-economic development as they engage in buying of goods and
services and embrace the culture of other communities.
3. Political ties : when communities enter into relationship with another, political ties
are established and this promotes peace and stability among them.
4. Inter-marriages : relationship between communities results in inter-marriages, and
this will promote peace and unity and reduce conflict between them.
5. Migration : when relationships are established between communities, people move
freely from one area to another to settle and do their business. This will also
promote peaceful co-existence between such communities.
6. Reduction in inter-communal conflicts : where there are inter-relationships between
communities, conflicts are probably to be reduced to a great extent.
7. Relationship between communities encourages mutual trust and confidence
between members of such communities.
8. Ability to speak other people’s language : relationship between communities makes
it possible for members to learn how to speak the language and understand the way
of life of the host community.
9. It guarantees security in a Nation : relationships among communities guarantee
peace and security in a nation.
10. Transformation and development : relationship between communities will result in
the development of the communities.
(Any four points at 1mark each=4marks)

4c. Consequences of inter-communal conflicts :

1. Loss of lives and properties : communal conflicts always result in loss of lives and
properties which has series effects on the people.
2. Decline in economic activities : when conflicts occur between communities, it
disrupts economic and commercial activities.
3. Refugees : conflicts between communities lead to the displacement of people from
their home. These people end up as refugees in camps or other areas.
4. Breakdown of law and order : conflicts between communities lead to breakdown of
law and order and some people take laws into their hands to attack innocent citizens
and loot property worth millions of naira.
5. Under development : societies develop in a peaceful and stable atmosphere but
conflict makes the society backward and underdeveloped.
6. Diseases : there is the likelihood of outbreak of diseases in areas where conflicts
occur. This is because the clashes leave behind corpses. Which might decay and
cause epidemic such as cholera, small pox, typhoid, meningitis, influenza etc.
7. Starvation and hunger : inter-communal clashes always bring about hunger and
starvation on the victims because there is usually a drop in the production and
supply of food to such.
8. Hatred : conflict breeds hatred between communities which always want to engage
in more clashes in order to avenge for the loses they incurred.
(Any 4 points at 1mark each =4marks)