Mid Term Test Civic Education Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 7

MID-TERM CIVIC EDUCATION ASSESSMENT FOR PRIMARY 5 (SECOND TERM)

PART A: Objective Questions (Multiple Choice)

Instruction: Choose the correct answer from the options provided.

1. A leader who does not listen to others is a ______ leader.
   a) Good
   b) Bad
   c) Honest
   d) Responsible
2. Which of these is a characteristic of a bad leader?
   a) Honesty
   b) Corruption
   c) Hard work
   d) Justice
3. Government is the body responsible for ______.
   a) Producing goods
   b) Making and enforcing laws
   c) Managing private companies
   d) Entertaining people
4. The arm of government that makes laws is the ______.
   a) Executive
   b) Judiciary
   c) Legislative
   d) Military
5. The Executive arm of government is headed by the ______.
   a) Governor
   b) Speaker
   c) President
   d) Judge
6. Pressure groups are formed to ______.
   a) Make money
   b) Influence government decisions
   c) Cause chaos
   d) Fight wars
7. The Judiciary arm of government is responsible for ______.
   a) Making laws
   b) Interpreting laws
   c) Enforcing laws
   d) Voting
8. Which of the following is an example of a pressure group?
   a) Trade unions
   b) Military
   c) Legislature
   d) Civil service
9. A bad leader is often ______.
   a) Honest
   b) Corrupt
   c) Responsible
   d) Just
10. The three arms of government in Nigeria are ______.
    a) Local, State, and Federal
    b) Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary
    c) Police, Army, and Navy
    d) Schools, Hospitals, and Churches
11. The Legislature is responsible for ______.
    a) Making laws
    b) Interpreting laws
    c) Enforcing laws
    d) Punishing offenders
12. The Judiciary ensures ______ in society.
    a) Employment
    b) Education
    c) Justice
    d) Security
13. The Executive arm of government is in charge of ______ laws.
    a) Making
    b) Enforcing
    c) Interpreting
    d) Voting on
14. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a bad leader?
    a) Corruption
    b) Dishonesty
    c) Fairness
    d) Laziness
15. Pressure groups are different from political parties because they ______.
    a) Seek political positions
    b) Focus on influencing policies
    c) Fight wars
    d) Support bad leaders
16. A corrupt leader is considered a ______ leader.
    a) Good
    b) Great
    c) Bad
    d) Trustworthy
17. The Legislature ensures that ______ are made for the country.
    a) Policies
    b) Businesses
    c) Laws
    d) Jobs
18. Trade unions represent the interests of ______.
    a) Teachers
    b) Workers
    c) Politicians
    d) Doctors
19. The Executive arm of government is led by ______.
    a) A Judge
    b) A Lawmaker
    c) The President
    d) A Lawyer
20. One of the arms of government in Nigeria is the ______.
    a) Judiciary
    b) Police
    c) School
    d) Military

PART B: Theory Questions (Short Answer)

1. Define government.
2. List three characteristics of a bad leader.
3. Name the three arms of government.
4. What is the main function of the Judiciary?
5. Explain the importance of the Executive arm of government.
6. What are pressure groups?
7. Name two types of pressure groups.
8. Differentiate between the Legislature and the Executive.
9. Why is it important for leaders to be honest?
10. Mention one way the Judiciary ensures justice.
11. State the meaning of government.
12. List two examples of bad leadership traits.
13. What role does the Legislative arm play in government?
14. State one reason why the arms of government are important in Nigeria.
15. Define pressure groups and their function.
16. Mention one importance of government.
17. State one example of a trade union.
18. Why is corruption considered bad leadership?
19. What is the duty of the Executive?
20. How do pressure groups influence government decisions?

PART C: True or False Questions

Instruction: Write “True” or “False” for the following statements.

1. Government is responsible for making and enforcing laws.
2. A bad leader listens to everyone’s opinion.
3. The Executive arm interprets laws.
4. Pressure groups are formed to influence government decisions.
5. Corruption is a characteristic of good leadership.
6. The Judiciary ensures justice in society.
7. There are four arms of government in Nigeria.
8. Trade unions are a type of pressure group.
9. A responsible leader is considered bad.
10. The Legislature makes laws for the country.
11. Pressure groups can help to improve government policies.
12. Government decisions are made by the Judiciary alone.
13. Bad leaders are always honest.
14. The Executive is in charge of implementing policies.
15. Pressure groups always disrupt government activities.
16. The Judiciary punishes those who break the law.
17. Government ensures the safety of its citizens.
18. The Legislative arm works under the Judiciary.
19. A good leader must be corrupt.
20. The Executive arm enforces the laws of the country.

PART D: Fill-in-the-Gap Questions

Instruction: Fill in the blank spaces with the correct answers.

1. A bad leader often shows ______, which affects trust.
2. The Judiciary is the arm of government responsible for ______ laws.
3. Government ensures the ______ of its citizens.
4. Pressure groups aim to ______ government policies.
5. Corruption is a major characteristic of a ______ leader.
6. The Executive arm of government is headed by the ______.
7. The Legislative arm ______ laws for the country.
8. A trade union is an example of a ______ group.
9. Leaders should be ______ to earn the trust of their followers.
10. The Judiciary works to promote ______ in society.
11. Government consists of ______ arms.
12. Pressure groups operate by ______ government decisions.
13. Bad leaders often ______ resources meant for the public.
14. The importance of the arms of government includes ensuring ______ in the country.
15. The Executive arm ______ policies and laws.
16. Leaders who are corrupt are ______ leaders.
17. Government provides ______ services to its people.
18. The Legislature and Judiciary work ______ to ensure fairness.
19. A good leader must always be ______.
20. Trade unions represent the interest of ______.