WAEC Civic Education 2023 Theory question 101

Theory question 101

Citizenship and Citizenship Education

Section A
(a) Identify five values of civic education.
(b) Explain any five ways citizenship education can contribute to nation building.

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Model answer

(a) Any five: honesty; integrity; justice/fairness; tolerance; discipline; patriotism; co-operation; contentment; selflessness; respect for constituted authority; hard work.
(b) Any five, explained:
Makes citizens know their rights and duties.
Promotes patriotism and national unity.
Encourages participation in governance.
Instils good values that fight corruption and vices.
Produces responsible leaders and followers.
Promotes peaceful co-existence among diverse groups.
Equips citizens to solve national problems.

Explanation

Values in (a); ways in (b).