Revision Civic Education Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12

Civic Education Primary 4 First Term Week 12: Revision and Review

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 12
Age: 8 years
Topic: Revision of All Topics Covered
Sub-topic: Review and Assessment
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Review and understand the key concepts covered this term.
  2. Answer questions correctly on topics previously taught.
  3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of governance and its features.

Part A: Review and Revision

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) with Answers

  1. What is governance?
    Governance is the way a country or organization is managed and controlled.
  2. What is good governance?
    Good governance means managing resources and making decisions in a fair and transparent way.
  3. Name one type of governance.
    Democratic governance.
  4. What does the legislative branch do?
    The legislative branch makes laws.
  5. What is the role of the executive branch?
    The executive branch enforces laws and runs the government.
  6. What does the judiciary do?
    The judiciary interprets laws and resolves disputes.
  7. What is one characteristic of good governance?
    Openness or transparency.
  8. Why is transparency important in government?
    It helps reduce corruption and build trust with the public.
  9. What are some functions of the government?
    Providing good roads, schools, and healthcare.
  10. How does a democratic government work?
    People elect leaders who make decisions for the country.
  11. What is a monarchy?
    A type of government where a king or queen rules.
  12. What is the difference between federal and local government?
    Federal government handles national issues, while local government deals with local problems.
  13. What are the problems faced by governments?
    Corruption, lack of resources, and inefficiency.
  14. How can we stop bribery?
    By increasing transparency and accountability.
  15. What is one way the government can improve public services?
    By better managing resources and increasing efficiency.

Part B: Objective Questions (15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)

  1. The branch that makes laws is the _______.
    a) Legislative
    b) Executive
    c) Judicial
    d) Local
  2. _______ governance involves electing leaders by the people.
    a) Democratic
    b) Monarchical
    c) Dictatorial
    d) Oligarchic
  3. The _______ branch of government enforces laws.
    a) Executive
    b) Legislative
    c) Judicial
    d) Administrative
  4. One characteristic of good governance is _______.
    a) Transparency
    b) Secrecy
    c) Confusion
    d) Neglect
  5. The branch that interprets laws is called _______.
    a) Judicial
    b) Legislative
    c) Executive
    d) Administrative
  6. A government where power is shared between national and local levels is _______ government.
    a) Federal
    b) Unitary
    c) Dictatorial
    d) Authoritarian
  7. _______ is a problem that governments often face.
    a) Corruption
    b) Efficiency
    c) Transparency
    d) Fairness
  8. Providing _______ is one function of the government.
    a) Schools
    b) Entertainment
    c) Private services
    d) Exclusive clubs
  9. The _______ branch creates laws.
    a) Legislative
    b) Executive
    c) Judicial
    d) Educational
  10. In a monarchy, the leader is a _______.
    a) King or Queen
    b) President
    c) Prime Minister
    d) Governor
  11. One way to improve public services is through better _______ of resources.
    a) Management
    b) Misuse
    c) Waste
    d) Neglect
  12. _______ is an example of a local government function.
    a) Road maintenance
    b) National defense
    c) Foreign policy
    d) Space exploration
  13. The _______ branch of government resolves disputes.
    a) Judicial
    b) Executive
    c) Legislative
    d) Local
  14. To stop bribery, we need more _______.
    a) Transparency
    b) Secrecy
    c) Confusion
    d) Ignorance
  15. Providing healthcare is a _______ function.
    a) Government
    b) Private
    c) Business
    d) Religious

Part C: Theory Questions (15 Short Answer Questions)

  1. Define governance in simple terms.
  2. What are the three main branches of government?
  3. Explain what good governance means.
  4. Name one function of the federal government.
  5. Why is transparency important in government?
  6. Describe the role of the legislative branch.
  7. What is a characteristic of good governance?
  8. How can community involvement help improve government services?
  9. What does the executive branch do?
  10. How can the government improve public services?
  11. What is a monarchy?
  12. How does a democratic government operate?
  13. Name a problem faced by governments.
  14. How can we fight corruption?
  15. What does the judiciary do?

Part D: True or False Questions (15 True or False Questions)

  1. The executive branch makes laws. (True/False)
  2. Transparency helps reduce corruption. (True/False)
  3. The legislative branch enforces laws. (True/False)
  4. A monarchy is ruled by a king or queen. (True/False)
  5. The judiciary interprets laws. (True/False)
  6. Bribery can be stopped by increasing secrecy. (True/False)
  7. The federal government handles local issues. (True/False)
  8. Providing healthcare is a function of the local government. (True/False)
  9. Good governance involves secrecy. (True/False)
  10. The executive branch resolves disputes. (True/False)
  11. Corruption is a problem faced by governments. (True/False)
  12. The legislative branch resolves disputes. (True/False)
  13. Community involvement is not important in government. (True/False)
  14. The executive branch enforces laws. (True/False)
  15. Improving public services can be achieved through better management. (True/False)

Conclusion

  • Review the answers with the class and clarify any misunderstandings.
  • Reinforce key concepts to ensure pupils have a clear understanding of all topics covered this term

Class: primary 4

Topic: A) problem facing the state government

  1. B) State motto and their meaning e.g. (Lagos center of Excellence)

Behavioural objectives: At the end of the lesson; pupils should be able to:

  1. State the problems facing the state government.
  2. Mention state motto and their meaning.

Instructional material/Reference material: Textbook, charts and pictures

Building Background /connection to prior knowledge: Pupils are familiar with the topic

Content:

Problems of state governments in Nigeria.

Some of the problems facing state governments in Nigeria are as follows:

  1. Corruption: Many officials of state governments in Nigeria are corrupt. They spend government money as if it belongs to them.
  2. Finance: Many of the states depend solely on monthly allocations from the federal government. They cannot generate enough money within the state to execute projects.
  3. Ethnic/religious differences: Some states still experience communal clashes because of differences in the religious and ethnic beliefs of the people. This does not promote unity and development.
  4. Lack of social development: Many states do not have adequate social amenities like water, electricity, roads and schools; and they lack adequate funds to provide these.
  5. Conflict/disagreement: Many states clash with the federal government, especially states whose ruling political parties are different from that of the government at the federal level. These conflicts delay progress in the states that are affected. The federal government may delay the release of benefits to such states.

State mottos

A motto is a short sentence or statement which shows the aims, belief, of pattern of behaviour of a person or group. The motto of Lagos State, for example, is ‘Centre of Excellence.’

The mottos of the 36 states of Nigeria

  1. Abia State – God’s Own State
  2. Adamawa State – Highest Peak of the Nation
  3. Akwa Ibom State – Promised Land
  4. Anambra State – Home for All
  5. Bauchi State – Pearl of Tourism
  6. Bayelsa State – Glory of All Lands
  7. Benue State – Food Basket of the Nation
  8. Borno State – Home of Peace
  9. Cross River State – The People’s Paradise
  10. Delta State – The Big Heart
  11. Ebonyi State – Salt of the Nation
  12. Edo State – The Heartbeat of Nigeria
  13. Ekiti State – The Fountain of Knowledge
  14. Enugu State – Coal City State
  15. Gombe State – Jewel of Savannah
  16. Imo State – Land of Hope
  17. Jigawa State – The New World
  18. Kaduna State – Liberal State
  19. Kano State – Centre of Commerce
  20. Katsina State – Home of Hospitality
  21. Kebbi State – Land of Equity
  22. Kogi State – Confluence State
  23. Kwara State – State of Harmony
  24. Lagos State – Centre of Excellence
  25. Nassarawa State – Home of Solid Mineral
  26. Niger State – Power State
  27. Ogun State – Gateway State
  28. Ondo State – Sunshine State

29 Osun State – State of the Living Spring

  1. Oyo State – Pacesetter
  2. Plateau State – Home of Peace and Tourism
  3. Rivers State – Treasure Base of the Nation
  4. Sokoto State – Seat of the Caliphate
  5. Taraba State – Nature’s Gift to the Nation
  6. Yobe State – The Young Shall Grow
  7. Zamfara State – Home of Agricultural Products

Federal Capital Territory (Abuja) – Centre of Unity

Evaluation:

  1. State the meaning of state government.
  2. What is the composition of a state government?
  3. Mention the three tiers of government.
  4. Explain the roles of the state government to the people.
  5. Mention two problems of state governments.
  6. Explain the meaning of state motto.
  7. What is the motto of your state?