WAEC Civic Education 2022 Objective Past Questions

All 50 questions from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Civic Education 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 1

A prerequisite for orderliness is

• A. humility
• B. moralityCorrect
• C. hardwork
• D. politeness

Explanation

To be orderly means to have high moral life-style and be disciplined — this is founded on morality.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 2

National symbols are also referred to as symbols of national

• A. co-operation
• B. identityCorrect
• C. unity
• D. development

Explanation

National symbols represent the identity of the country.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 3

Law of libel and defamation of character violates right to

• A. fair hearing
• B. religion
• C. expressionCorrect
• D. association

Explanation

Libel, slander and defamation of character limit a citizen's right of expression.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 4

Who among the following is not a foremost Nigerian nationalist?

• A. Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
• B. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe
• C. General Yakubu GowonCorrect
• D. Chief Obafemi Awolowo

Explanation

General Yakubu Gowon was a former Nigerian head of state (1966–1975), but he is not typically classified among the foremost Nigerian nationalists; Balewa, Azikiwe, and Awolowo are among the Nigerian nationalists.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 5

The major reason for the enactment of traffic regulations is to

• A. make sure people travel for business purposes
• B. arrest traffic offenders and violators
• C. ensure safety and allow easy flow of trafficCorrect
• D. ensure the sustenance and longevity of the roads

Explanation

Traffic regulations ensure the safety of road users and allow easy flow of traffic.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 6

The basic responsibility of parents is

• A. providing necessities of life for the childrenCorrect
• B. buying expensive gifts for the children
• C. sending the children abroad for quality education
• D. visiting sites of attraction with the children

Explanation

A responsible parent must provide necessities of life for their children, including education.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 7

The attitude that prevents peaceful resolution of inter-communal conflict is

• A. conciliation
• B. resentmentCorrect
• C. mediation
• D. dialogue

Explanation

Resentment (holding onto hate/abhorrence) is an attitude that prevents peaceful conflict resolution; conciliation, mediation and dialogue are all means of resolving conflict.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 8

Use the passage below to answer questions 8 and 9. It is a common practice for the youths of Upe village to meet every last Saturday of the month to build a proposed structure. Through this practice, they have successfully built a monumental market complex which attracts people from neighboring villages. The zeal shown by the youths of Upe village is a manifestation of A. community service.

• A. political participationCorrect
• B. national development
• C. town planning

Explanation

The youths of Upe pooling their voluntary labour together for the benefit of the community (building a market complex) is an act of community service.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 9

The youth who took part in the various building projects in Upe village are said to be

• A. reliable
• B. hardworking
• C. self-reliant
• D. selflessCorrect

Explanation

By volunteering their time and labour for the benefit of the community without direct personal gain, the youths demonstrated selflessness.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 10

Which of the following agencies are responsible for checking road worthiness of vehicles?

• A. The Federal Road Safety Corps and Vehicle Inspection OfficeCorrect
• B. The Police and National Security and Civil Defence Corps
• C. Federal Road Safety Corps and the Nigerian Army
• D. the Nigerian Army and Vehicle Inspection Office

Explanation

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Vehicle Inspection Office are the agencies responsible for checking road worthiness of vehicles.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 11

Which of the following may not be vested with a constituted authority?

• A. a family
• B. a mobCorrect
• C. a school
• D. the State

Explanation

A mob is a disorderly, unorganized crowd and is not a constituted, legitimate authority, unlike a family, school, or the state.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 12

An individual who finds it difficult to do without in-take of prohibited substances is A.

• A. a human trafficker
• B. an armed robber
• C. a drug addictCorrect
• D. a kidnapper

Explanation

A person who cannot do without taking prohibited/hard substances is described as a drug addict.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 13

Which of the following is not a method/technique adopted for recruiting victims for human trafficking?

• A. Deceit
• B. Threat
• C. ApplicationCorrect
• D. Abduction

Explanation

Deceit, threat, and abduction are all methods used to recruit victims of human trafficking; 'application' is not a recognized method.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 14

The law protecting certain individuals from being prosecuted is called

• A. penal code
• B. constitutional protection
• C. immunity clauseCorrect
• D. legal rights

Explanation

The immunity clause in the constitution protects certain office holders (e.g. president, governors) from being prosecuted while in office.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 15

Use the cartoon in Fig. 1 to answer questions 15 to 18. We can conclude that the mother of the boy putting on a face cap in the cartoon in Fig. 1 is a

• A. religious mother
• B. responsible parentCorrect
• C. wealthy person
• D. child activist

Explanation

The cartoon depicts a mother giving good guidance/reward-based encouragement to her son, demonstrating the qualities of a responsible parent.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 16

The effect of the interaction as captured in the cartoon in Fig. 1 in relation to Civic Education is

• A. mass mobilizationCorrect
• B. pressure group
• C. peer pressure
• D. popular participation

Explanation

The interaction shown (encouraging positive behaviour through communication) reflects the process of mass mobilization/civic engagement in the context of Civic Education.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 17

We can make inference from the response of the boy wearing short pants in the cartoon in Fig. 1 that he

• A. needs the knowledge of Civic Education
• B. became industrious through empowerment
• C. gets financial support from his family
• D. lacks moral care of a responsible parentCorrect

Explanation

The boy's response in the cartoon suggests he lacks the moral guidance and care that a responsible parent would provide.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 18

Which of the following is not an advisable way through which the orientation of the boy wearing short pants in Fig. 1 can be corrected?

• A. Subjecting him to harsh punitive measuresCorrect
• B. Impacting an effective Civic Education in him
• C. He needs morally upright and responsible parenting
• D. An effective guidance and counselling section

Explanation

Harsh punitive measures are not an advisable corrective method; effective civic education, responsible parenting, and guidance/counselling are the recommended approaches.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 19

Limitation to the right to life can be found in the case of

• A. an imprisoned person
• B. a kidnapped person
• C. a condemned personCorrect
• D. a trafficked person

Explanation

The right to life can be lawfully limited in the case of a condemned person — for example, execution following due legal process for a serious crime (in jurisdictions with capital punishment).

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 20

In which of the following do citizens have equal rights?

• A. Right of freedom of movement
• B. freedom from discriminationCorrect
• C. free education
• D. form or join any political party

Explanation

Freedom from discrimination is a right to which all citizens are equally entitled, regardless of background.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 21

Interest and willingness to participate in the affairs of a nation are forms of

• A. popular participationCorrect
• B. national consciousness
• C. political apathy
• D. citizenship education

Explanation

Popular participation refers to citizens' interest and willingness to get involved in national affairs.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 22

The societal norms that represents the overall attitude of the people in a society is called

• A. group values
• B. religious values
• C. general valuesCorrect
• D. personal values

Explanation

General values represent the overall/shared attitude and norms of the people within a society.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 23

Use the quotation below to answer question 23. 'My stiffest earthly assignment is ended and major life's work is done. My country is now free...' - Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe The speaker quoted above must have fought hard for national

• A. prosperity
• B. recognition
• C. development
• D. independenceCorrect

Explanation

The quotation reflects a nationalist's satisfaction that his life's work in the independence struggle for his country has been achieved.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 24

Irresponsible parenting has the tendency of

• A. encouraging egoistic tendenciesCorrect
• B. preserving culture
• C. promoting positive values
• D. promoting peaceful co-existence

Explanation

Irresponsible parenting tends to encourage egoistic (selfish) tendencies in children, rather than positive social values.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 25

Which of the following is a cause of political apathy in Nigeria?

• A. Adequate citizenship education
• B. A free and fair election
• C. Biased electoral umpiresCorrect
• D. Adequate political awareness

Explanation

Biased electoral umpires discourage citizens from participating in the political process, leading to political apathy.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 26

Representation of Nigerians in the senate is

• A. proportional
• B. collegial
• C. equalCorrect
• D. unequal

Explanation

Representation in the Nigerian senate is equal — each state (and the FCT) is allotted the same number of senators (3 per state).

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 27

Identify the odd one from the list below in relation to citizenship obligations.

• A. Payment of tax
• B. Right to personal libertyCorrect
• C. Protection of public utilities
• D. Obedience to the law

Explanation

Right to personal liberty is a citizen's right, not an obligation — the other options (tax payment, protecting public utilities, obeying the law) are obligations of citizens.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 28

According to the 1999 constitution as amended, sovereignty belongs to the

• A. president who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
• B. people from whom government derives its power and authorityCorrect
• C. National Assembly which has power to make laws and amend the constitution
• D. judiciary which interprets the laws

Explanation

According to the 1999 Nigerian constitution as amended, sovereignty belongs to the people, from whom government derives its power and authority.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 29

Article I of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) states that all human beings

• A. have freedom of movement
• B. are born free and equalCorrect
• C. should be free from torture
• D. have the right to recognition

Explanation

Article 1 of the UDHR states that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 30

Use the quotation below to answer questions 30 and 31. 'If you cannot beat them, join them.' The statement is an indication of a society that is

• A. ethically upright
• B. morally degeneratedCorrect
• C. politically disintegrated
• D. socially regenerated

Explanation

The statement suggests compromising one's principles to conform to wrongdoing, indicating a morally degenerated society.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 31

Through which of the following means can the effect of the above quotation on the society be rectified?

• A. Compulsory communal service
• B. Strengthening of the constitution
• C. Reorientation of valuesCorrect
• D. Distribution of relief materials during emergency

Explanation

Reorientation of values would help correct the moral degeneration reflected in the quoted statement.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 32

Interpersonal relationship is promoted through the following except

• A. honesty, patience, tolerance, caring, kindness
• B. forgiveness, respect, appreciation
• C. confrontationCorrect
• D. healthy competition, cooperation, communal living

Explanation

Confrontation is not a value that promotes healthy interpersonal relationships — unlike honesty, patience, respect, and cooperation.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 33

Nationalism means to be patriotic about one's country. Unitary is a system of government where power is concentrated in the central government. Communalism is a feeling of togetherness. Is a situation where the community collectively owned the land. While communism is a system of government where government controls all aspect of the means of production and good and services. Nationalism means to be patriotic about one's country. Which term describes a system where power is concentrated in the central government?

• A. UnitaryCorrect
• B. Federal
• C. Confederal
• D. Communalism

Explanation

Unitary is a system of government where power is concentrated in the central government.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 34

Democracy gives room for popular participation. It allows people to voice their opinions about government policies.

• A. Aristocracy restricts popular participation
• B. Democracy gives room for popular participationCorrect
• C. Oligarchy centralizes decision-making
• D. Monarchy inherits power

Explanation

Democracy allows citizens to participate in governance and voice their opinions on government policies.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 35

Activities of cult members are violent and extreme in nature. They kill, maim, destroy properties etc.

• A. Cult members promote peace
• B. Cult activities are peaceful
• C. Cult members are law-abiding
• D. Activities of cult members are violent and extreme in natureCorrect

Explanation

Cult activities are typically characterized by violence and extreme behaviour, including killing, maiming, and destruction of property.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 36

The following are the symptoms of HIV/AIDS; painful skin rashes, night sweat, painful skin rashes, sudden weight loss, severe fatigue, headaches and other aches and pains, vomiting and diarrhea, swollen lymph nodes, recurrent fever etc.

• A. HIV/AIDS has no symptoms
• B. Symptoms of HIV/AIDS include painful skin rashes, night sweats, weight loss, fatigueCorrect
• C. HIV/AIDS only affects the elderly
• D. HIV/AIDS symptoms appear immediately after infection

Explanation

The listed symptoms (painful skin rashes, night sweats, weight loss, fatigue, headaches, vomiting/diarrhea, swollen lymph nodes, recurrent fever) are recognized symptoms of HIV/AIDS.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 37

Use the dialogue below to answer questions 36 and 37. Tim: Jim, let's go to the hospital and confirm our HIV status. Jim: Really? Does my face resemble that of someone with HIV? After all, I am too poor to engage in illicit sex, drug abuse nor keep numerous partners like you do. Tim: It is more than what you think, Jim. You suffer other noticeable symptoms which makes me suspicious of your status. Jim: Okay, just to satisfy your curiosity, let's go. From the above dialogue, noticeable symptoms Tim must have observed about Jim include the following except

• A. profuse night sweats
• B. persistent diarrhea
• C. increase in appetiteCorrect
• D. unusual fatigue

Explanation

Increase in appetite is not typically a symptom associated with HIV; the other listed symptoms (night sweats, persistent diarrhea, fatigue) are recognized symptoms.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 38

Individuals like Jim in the story above who believe HIV carriers are selective can get enlightenment through

• A. effective praying and fasting
• B. youth empowerment programme
• C. sex and civic educationCorrect
• D. popular participation

Explanation

Sex and civic education would help correct misconceptions like Jim's belief that HIV carriers are 'selective' about who they infect.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 39

The officials of the administrative agency of the state that are active in governance belongs to the

• A. legislative organ
• B. judicial organ
• C. executive organCorrect
• D. civil societies

Explanation

The executive organ of government is responsible for the day-to-day administration and implementation of policy, staffed by administrative officials.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 40

One major reason some Nigerian youths join cult groups is

• A. inadequate religious and moral instructionCorrect
• B. poor welfare programme for students
• C. inadequate support from guardians and parents
• D. prevalence of corruption among political elites

Explanation

Inadequate religious and moral instruction is cited as a major reason youths turn to cult groups, alongside factors like peer pressure and negative societal influences.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 41

All the following are aims of youth empowerment scheme except

• A. reduction of youth delinquency
• B. promotion of self-reliance
• C. maximization of profitCorrect
• D. building of self-esteem

Explanation

Maximization of profit is not an aim of youth empowerment; such schemes aim to reduce delinquency, promote self-reliance, and build self-esteem.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 42

A situation where only 35% of over 80 million registered voters participated in a general election, is an indication of political

• A. instability
• B. apathyCorrect
• C. exclusiveness
• D. socialization

Explanation

Low voter turnout (only 35% participation) indicates political apathy — a lack of interest/willingness to participate in the political process.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 43

The organizations working against dictatorship and mounting of campaigns for effective civil rule are called

• A. professional bodies
• B. religious institutions
• C. political parties
• D. civil societiesCorrect

Explanation

Civil societies are organizations that work to promote democratic values, campaign against dictatorship, and advocate for effective civil rule.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 44

Use the diagram in Fig. 2 to answer questions 44 and 45. In a democratic government structure, the portion marked x in the diagram in Fig. 2 is Occupied by the

• A. press
• B. judiciaryCorrect
• C. civil societies
• D. political parties

Explanation

The portion marked x, distinct from the Presidency and National Assembly (the executive and legislative organs shown), represents the judiciary — the third arm of government.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 45

The major function of the activity of the occupiers of the portion marked x in the diagram in Fig. 2 is to

• A. interpret lawsCorrect
• B. execute policies
• C. make by-laws
• D. formulate policies

Explanation

The judiciary's (portion x's) major function is to interpret laws.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 46

Which of the following is not a problem of civil society?

• A. Leadership struggle
• B. Poor funding
• C. Planning to capture political powerCorrect
• D. Embezzlement of fund

Explanation

Civil societies are non-profit organizations working for the public interest — planning to capture political power is not among their recognized problems (that would describe a political party's ambition, not a typical civil society challenge).

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 47

One of the major complaints against the public service is

• A. inefficiencyCorrect
• B. victimization
• C. discrimination
• D. election rigging

Explanation

Inefficiency is a commonly cited complaint against the public service in Nigeria.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 48

From which of the following sources are Constitutional provisions not derived?

• A. Statutory sources
• B. Customary sources
• C. Judicial precedents
• D. Story booksCorrect

Explanation

Story books are not a recognized source of constitutional provisions; statutory sources, customary sources, and judicial precedents are legitimate sources.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 49

The head of the judicial arm of government in Nigeria is the

• A. Chief JusticeCorrect
• B. Supreme Leader
• C. Chief of Staff
• D. Chief Magistrate

Explanation

The Chief Justice of Nigeria is the head of the judicial arm of government.

Civic Education 2022 Objective — Question 50

The composition of National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria could be termed

• A. unicameral
• B. collegial
• C. bicameralCorrect
• D. hierarchical

Explanation

The Nigerian National Assembly is bicameral, consisting of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives.