WAEC Civic Education 2018 past questions and answers

Members of a society are expected to adhere to societal values for the following reasons except

1. A.enhancement of development.
2. B.improvement of self dignity.
3. C.reduction of social vices.
4. D.relegation of morality.

An attribute of honesty is

1. A.tolerance.
2. B.justice.
3. C.compromise.
4. D.liberty.

Discipline is described as the

1. A.ability to show hospitality.
2. B.state or quality of being brave.
3. C.tendency to fight.
4. D.ability to behave in a controlled manner.

The saying "ask for what you can do for your country and not what your country can do for you" denotes that

1. A.the country owes you no obligation as a citizen.
2. B.citizens have both constitutional rights and obligations.
3. C.fundamental rights are to be safeguarded by citizens.
4. D.service and reward do not go together.

In the contemporary society, youths can display nationalistic role by showing the following attitudes except

1. A.discouraging corrupt practices.
2. B.exploiting the environment for the betterment of the people.
3. C.contributing to the development of the society.
4. D.showing indifference to national issues.

The defence of the territorial integrity of a country by her citizens is part of

1. A.political participation.
2. B.self-determination.
3. C.political culture.
4. D.duties and obligations.

An agency established by the Federal Government of Nigeria to protect rights of citizens is

1. A.Centre for Human Rights and Development.
2. B.Human Rights Watch.
3. C.Legal Aid Council.
4. D.Human Rights Monitor.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by

1. A.Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
2. B.United Nations Organization (UNO).
3. C.African Union (AU).
4. D.European Union (EU).

The best means through which individual rights can be safeguarded is

1. A.knowledge acquisition.
2. B.judicial independence.
3. C.press censorship.
4. D.improved standard of living.

The effect of queuing up in public places is

1. A.orderliness.
2. B.transparency.
3. C.honesty.
4. D.humility.

A father that effectively discharges his duty towards his children could be described as a

1. A.philanthropist.
2. B.celebrity.
3. C.responsible parent.
4. D.permissive father.

A programme established to foster common ties among Nigerians is

1. A.Subsidy Re-investment Programme (SURE-P).
2. B.Universal Basic Education (UBE).
3. C.Education Trust Fund (ETF).
4. D.National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Uche's action, based on the dialogue above, can help in

1. A.reducing road accidents.
2. B.increasing air pollution.
3. C.encouraging public transportation.
4. D.ensuring vehicle's functionality.

An implication of Uche's action from the above dialogue is that he is

1. A.afraid of Federal Road Safety Corps.
2. B.considerate of other road users.
3. C.afraid of Civil Defence Corps.
4. D.environmentally friendly.

From the above dialogue, it could be implied that Uche is mindful of

1. A.driving school code.
2. B.when to use public transport.
3. C.traffic regulations.
4. D.his obligations as a citizen.

Which of the following is not a skill for settling inter-communal conflict?

1. A.War
2. B.Dialogue
3. C.Mediation
4. D.Arbitration

One of the advantages of inter-communal relationship is that it ensures the

1. A.existence of totalitarianism.
2. B.domination of the minority by the majority.
3. C.domination of the majority by the minority.
4. D.enhancement of security.

Which of the following skills negates the promotion of interpersonal relationship?

1. A.Tolerance
2. B.Selfishness
3. C.Caring
4. D.Kindness

The cartoon in Figure 1 is an evidence that cultism is

1. A.violent in nature.
2. B.terrorist in nature.
3. C.martial in nature.
4. D.militant in nature.

What does the boy in Figure 1 need the bullet proof vest for?

1. A.Demonstration
2. B.Protection
3. C.Battle
4. D.Vengeance

It could be inferred from the cartoon in Figure 1 that the activities of cult groups on campus may not be reduced by

1. A.religious instruction.
2. B.campaign against cultism.
3. C.relevant legislation.
4. D.bullet proof vest.

Which of the following is not a common way by which people abuse drugs?

1. A.Ingestion
2. B.Intrusion
3. C.Inhalation
4. D.Injection

The establishment of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) by the government was a measure to

1. A.make drugs available to the masses.
2. B.prevent drug abuse.
3. C.encourage the use of drug by the masses.
4. D.support importation of drugs.

A common repercussion for drug abuse is

1. A.medication.
2. B.rehabilitation.
3. C.brain drain.
4. D.memory loss.

Which of the following is a way of preventing drug trafficking?

1. A.Foreign scholarship
2. B.Employment
3. C.Motivation
4. D.Indulging offenders

A major consequence of human trafficking is

1. A.promotion of rural-urban drift.
2. B.decline in literacy rate.
3. C.increased rate of youth employment.
4. D.increased exploitation of the ignorant.

Human trafficking results into all the following except

1. A.prostitution.
2. B.migration.
3. C.criminality.
4. D.welfarism.

The group of individuals in the society that are mostly prone to human trafficking are

1. A.women and children.
2. B.youths, women and men.
3. C.men and vulnerable children.
4. D.old and weak individuals.

An enlightenment and awareness campaign on HIV/AIDS could

1. A.lead to discrimination.
2. B.create job opportunities.
3. C.cause conflict.
4. D.provide people with genuine information.

Which of these is not a form of stigmatization?

1. A.Refusal to interact with family of an HIV patient
2. B.Physical and verbal abuse of HIV/AIDS patient
3. C.Ostracizing HIV patient
4. D.Enlightening People Living With HIV/AIDS

Testing of blood before transfusion will greatly help to

1. A.spread HIV.
2. B.control HIV.
3. C.eradicate HIV.
4. D.prevent HIV.

From the above report, which of the following is the major consequence of the intervention programme?

1. A.Increase in self-reliance skills
2. B.Promotion of inter-communal relation.
3. C.Provision of infrastructural facilities
4. D.Acceleration of national development

From the above report, a probable reason for the initial high crime rate in Aikara community was

1. A.poor upbringing.
2. B.corruption.
3. C.abject poverty.
4. D.greed.

One of the functions of local government is

1. A.settlement of intra-party crisis.
2. B.making of bye-laws.
3. C.formulation of monetary policies.
4. D.delimitation of constituencies.

A body established and entrusted with power and authority to direct the affairs of a state is called

1. A.Federal Executive Council.
2. B.State Legislative Council.
3. C.trusteeship.
4. D.government.

Which of the following concepts can guarantee adherence to the rule of law?

1. A.Political immunity
2. B.Political gerrymandering
3. C.National development
4. D.Representative democracy

According to the 1999 Constitution, sovereignty resides in the

1. A.Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
2. B.people who confer legitimacy on elected leaders.
3. C.National Assembly which has power to make laws and amend the constitution.
4. D.military which can declare any law null, void and of no effect.

In a democratic government, franchise is given to all

1. A.party members.
2. B.resident adults.
3. C.adult citizens.
4. D.opinion leaders.

A significant companion of the rule of law is the

1. A.fusion of legislative and executive functions.
2. B.supremacy of the ordinary law.
3. C.adoption of one party system.
4. D.enforcement of law by the legislature.

Operation of the rule of law could be undermined by the

1. A.existence of civil society groups.
2. B.existence of free press.
3. C.establishment of administrative tribunals.
4. D.encouragement of effective opposition.

The above dialogue shows that democracy could result into

1. A.inefficiency.
2. B.corruption.
3. C.absolute liberty.
4. D.high cost of governance.

It could be inferred from the dialogue above that democracy encourages

1. A.tolerance.
2. B.development.
3. C.job creation.
4. D.delegated legislation.

The most suitable form of democracy for a small village or community is

1. A.constitutional democracy.
2. B.indirect democracy.
3. C.communal democracy.
4. D.direct democracy.

Which of the following is not a major reason for political apathy?

1. A.Political violence
2. B.Unfulfilled political promises
3. C.Bad governance
4. D.Cross carpeting phenomenon

The Chapter IV of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is about

1. A.composition of the National Assembly.
2. B.fundamental human rights.
3. C.procedures for the impeachment of the President.
4. D.formation of quorum in the Senate.

Which of the following may prevent a citizen from voting in a general election?

1. A.Lack of stable income
2. B.High cost of living
3. C.Non-registration
4. D.Political neutrality

The smooth operation of the Public Service in Nigeria is being hampered by

1. A.debt burden.
2. B.adequate training.
3. C.privatization policy.
4. D.bribery and corruption.

The Public Service can perform all these functions except

1. A.advise government on policy formulation.
2. B.keeping of government records.
3. C.provision of social services.
4. D.budget approval for implementation.

The highest class in the Public Service in Nigeria is the

1. A.clerical.
2. B.manipulative.
3. C.technical.
4. D.administrative.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) Define orderliness.
(b) State six ways of exhibiting orderliness in the society.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
Highlight five skills for resolving inter-communal conflicts.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) What is constituted authority?
(b) Highlight six advantages of constituted authority.

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) Mention three drugs that can be abused.
(b) List six visible behaviours of drug addicts.
(c) State two social consequences of drug abuse.

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) Identify three ways People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) are discriminated against.
(b) Explain three reasons why stigmatization of People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) should be discouraged.

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) Highlight three ways by which Nigerian youths are being empowered.
(b) State three social consequences of high rate of youth unemployment in Nigeria.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
(a) In what five ways can citizens demonstrate political apathy?
(b) Give five reasons for political apathy.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
State five ways illiteracy can be a challenge to popular participation in a democracy.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
Explain five reasons why accountability should be the watchword of public servants in Nigeria.