All 120 questions from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) National Value 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.
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A corrupt free Nigeria is achievable through
Following due process closes the door to corruption.
The process of choosing a candidate within a political party to be its flag bearer is ______ election.
A party chooses its flag bearer in a primary election.
The coming together of people to assist one another is
People working together to help one another is cooperation.
The headquarters of African Union is located in ______.
The African Union has its headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Which of the following embodies the rules of a nation?
The constitution contains the rules that govern a nation.
Excessive love for money can lead to the following except
Love of money leads to vices, not contentment.
Human trafficking can be prevented through
Awareness campaigns warn people about traffickers.
An individual who exhibits self-control is described as
Self-control is a sign of discipline.
Which of the following environmental problems is unfamiliar to Nigeria?
Tornadoes are not common in Nigeria.
The foremost manifestation of values is at ______ level.
Values show first in the individual.
Prohibition on selling contaminated consumables is monitored by
NAFDAC checks foods and drugs for safety.
The right attitude to work is hindered when ______ is exhibited.
Negligence works against a good attitude to work.
Stigmatization and bad reputation is brought upon an individual through
Irresponsible conduct such as poor parenthood brings stigma and a bad name.
The most effective approach towards eliminating sexually transmitted diseases is
Total abstinence is the surest way to avoid these diseases.
Examination malpractice in schools can be prevented through
Better teacher welfare is the option that helps reduce malpractice.
The agency created for the purpose of promoting national unity is
The National Orientation Agency promotes national values and unity.
An institution empowered to interpret the law is the
The judiciary interprets the law.
Which of the following symbols is peculiar to the legislature?
The mace is the symbol of authority of the legislature.
The institution responsible for organising and conducting elections in Nigeria is
INEC conducts elections in Nigeria.
In Nigeria, the people that are allowed to vote during an election are the
Only accredited electorates may vote.
The constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria allows for separation of
The constitution provides for separation of powers among the three arms.
In Nigeria, June 12 is celebrated as ______ day.
June 12 is Democracy Day.
At what age is a citizen qualified to vote in Nigeria?
A Nigerian citizen can vote from 18 years.
Which of the following acts promotes national security?
Bravery in defending the country promotes national security.
Deviant behaviour is preventable through
Proper socialization teaches acceptable behaviour.
Which of the following is not a national symbol?
The constitution is a legal document, not a national symbol.
Who among the following gave Nigeria her name?
Flora Shaw suggested the name Nigeria.
An act of selfishness can be expressed through
Greed is an act of selfishness.
An effective attribute of integrity is
Integrity means honesty and truthfulness.
Which of the following is a civic duty?
Voting is a civic duty. The others are malpractices.
Which of the following geo-political zones in Nigeria has the highest number of states?
The North West zone has seven states.
Paying tax is to duties, as ______ is to rights.
The right to life is a right of citizens.
The following are obligations of the government to the people except
Paying tax is a duty of citizens, not of government.
The quality of being sincere and truthful at all times defines
Being sincere and truthful is honesty.
Duties are sacrifices, while rights are
Rights are privileges that a citizen enjoys.
A child born by Nigerian parents abroad is entitled to Nigerian citizenship by
A child of Nigerian parents is a citizen by birth, wherever he is born.
Which of the following tasks is not related to civic duties?
Resisting lawful arrest is not a civic duty.
The second tier of government in Nigeria is the
The three tiers are federal, state and local. The state is the second.
Proper administration of justice safeguards the ______ of a citizen.
Justice protects the liberty of citizens.
Which of the following may be a reason for denying citizenship by naturalization in Nigeria?
Anyone who threatens the security of the country can be denied.
The responsibilities of citizens to the state are synonymous to their
Responsibilities are the same as duties.
Which of the following is a function of the legislature?
The legislature makes laws.
The minimum age requirements of an alien applying for Nigeria citizenship is
The minimum age is 21 years.
Citizenship education promotes
Citizenship education builds national integration.
The federal government of Nigeria is headed by the
Nigeria operates the presidential system with an executive president.
When the national flag is flown at half mast, it indicates
A flag at half mast shows mourning.
An individual found guilty of a crime in the court is a/an
A person found guilty by a court is a convict.
Ebonyi State is located in geo-political zone in Nigeria?
Ebonyi State is in the South East.
The head of the lower legislative chamber of the National Assembly in Nigeria is the
The Speaker heads the House of Representatives.
The Nigeria coat of arms was adopted in
The coat of arms was adopted in 1960.
Which of the following is a common juvenile crime?
Pick pocketing is a common crime among juveniles.
An activity punishable under the law in Nigeria is
Arson, setting property on fire, is a criminal offence.
The use of an electronic device to carry out illegal financial activity is
Cyber-fraud is financial crime done with electronic devices.
Crime rate in Nigeria can be reduced through
Efficient law enforcement discourages crime.
A crime tackled by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control is
NAFDAC fights the sale of fake drugs and food products.
In Nigeria, general elections are conducted every ______ years.
General elections hold every four years.
The chief security officer of a state is the
The Executive Governor is the chief security officer of a state.
Which of the following is the primary duty of the Nigeria Police?
The police protect lives and property.
The consequence of crime on the nation is that, it
Crime brings loss of lives and property.
The fundamental duty of the Nigerian Army is to
The Army defends the country against external attack.
Social studies is defined as the study of man in relation to his ______ environment.
Social studies studies man in his physical and social environment.
Social studies was introduced to help the society ______ the changes of the environment.
Society needs to adapt to changes around it.
The first agent of socialization for a child is the
A child first learns in the family.
The movement of people and goods from one place to another is
Movement of people and goods is migration.
Cultural diversity illustrates the ______ of groups within our society.
Diversity means many different groups, which is heterogeneity.
The traditional title ‘Igwe’ is most prominent among the ______ ethnic group of Nigeria.
Igwe is an Igbo traditional title.
Which of the following sets of physical environment is man-made?
Buildings and roads are made by people. The others occur in nature.
The officer charged with control of vehicular movement is
A traffic warden controls vehicles on the road.
The underlisted are positive group behaviours except
Mob action is violent and negative.
A barrier that stops the flow of surface water is
A dam holds back flowing water.
The members of a peer group are usually
Peer group members are of similar age and are friends.
A son to one’s uncle is
Your uncle's son is your cousin.
Family standard of living is mostly affected by
Poverty has the greatest effect on a family's standard of living.
A social unit consisting of a man, his wife and children is
That group is a family.
Which of the following describes a relationship through the father’s side?
Patrilineal means related through the father.
The main purpose of marriage is for
Marriage is mainly for procreation, that is, having children.
Population in the society grows through
Population grows mainly by birth.
Which of the following is a material aspect of culture?
A craft is a physical object, so it is material culture.
Culture is said to be ______ because it changes.
Dynamic means changing.
Which of the following factors is necessary for a successful marriage?
Affection keeps a marriage strong.
The main services provided by the family are
The family mainly provides food and clothing.
The interaction process through which an individual acquires societal values is
Socialization is how a person learns the values of society.
The most popular food among Yoruba people is
Amala is a popular Yoruba food.
Which of the following acts leads to social instability?
Favouritism causes anger and unrest.
Which of the following is a benefit of peer groups?
Peer groups help members learn societal values.
The consumption and abuse of stimulants leads to
Stimulants make a person restless.
Social studies comprises the following subjects except ______.
Mathematics is not part of social studies.
Which of following is a disease prevention strategy?
Immunization prevents disease before it occurs.
The extended family includes the
An extended family goes beyond parents and children, so it includes a nephew.
Which of the following is a non-material aspect of culture?
Belief is not a physical object.
The payment made in exchange for a wife is
Dowry is the payment made for a wife.
Premarital sex can be discouraged through
Sex education teaches young people the dangers of premarital sex.
The leading cause of divorce in our society is
Unfaithfulness is the main cause of divorce.
Which aspect is most important when planning a traditional marriage?
Elders' blessings are central to a traditional marriage.
Readiness for marriage leads to ______ between couples.
A couple who are ready for marriage understand each other.
The institution where skills and knowledge are acquired to function effectively in the society is the
The school teaches skills and knowledge.
“To be faithful, loyal and honest” is a phrase from the
The national pledge begins “I pledge to Nigeria my country, to be faithful, loyal and honest”.
Which of the following substances is legal in Nigeria?
Caffeine, found in tea and coffee, is legal.
Which of the following drugs is commonly abused?
Amphetamines are stimulants that are commonly abused.
Which of the following social problems is alien to Nigeria?
Racism is not a social problem in Nigeria.
Absence of peace leads to
Without peace, a country cannot develop.
Which of the following is a psychological effect of drug abuse?
Insanity affects the mind.
Making children hawk on the street is referred to as
Making children hawk is child abuse.
Which of the following breeds disharmony in the society?
Ethnic rivalry causes quarrels between groups.
A wealthy society attracts
A wealthy society attracts development.
Proper administration of social justice in our society leads to
Social justice gives everyone an equal opportunity.
Societal conflicts can be escalated through
War makes a conflict worse. The others settle it.
The habit of self medication can lead to drug
Self medication can lead to drug addiction.
Social instability can be avoided if society
Obeying rules and regulations keeps order in society.
The legal act of joining a couple in matrimony is
Marriage is the legal joining of a couple.
Unpaid voluntary work to support people in a particular area is
Community service is unpaid work done to help a community.
Which of the following is an obstacle to fighting cultism in our society?
Celebrating cultists encourages others to join them.
The following are forms of examination malpractices except
Invigilators may clarify questions. This is not malpractice.
The ideals of peace is threatened by
Insecurity threatens peace.
Which of the following religious practices is alien to Nigeria?
Buddhism is not a common religion in Nigeria.
The following are aims of establishing Federal Road Safety Corps except
The FRSC does not treat accident victims by tribe.
The red traffic light indicates
Red means stop.
A situation where a woman has more than one husband is
Polyandry is a woman having more than one husband.
Which of the following associations disrupts socialization processes in schools?
Cult groups disrupt school life.
The most important function of a religious organization is to
Religious organizations mould the behaviour and character of members.
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