Primary 3 Civic Education Second Term Examinations
Examination: Basic 3 Civics Education
General Instructions for Teachers and Students:
- For Teachers:
- Ensure that all students understand the instructions clearly before beginning.
- Encourage students to work independently and avoid any form of cheating or malpractice.
- Remind students that this is an opportunity to show what they have learned and to do their best.
- For Students:
- Read each question carefully before answering.
- Answer all questions honestly and independently.
- If you don’t know an answer, move on to the next one and return to it later.
- Do your best, and remember that integrity is very important in every examination.
- Ensure you write your answers in the space provided.
Part A: Objective Questions (30 Questions)
Fill in the blank with the correct answer by choosing one of the options (a, b, c, or d).
- The Nigerian National Flag has _______ and white colors.
a) Blue
b) Green
c) Red
d) Yellow - The _______ represents Nigeria’s identity and values.
a) National Anthem
b) Mace
c) Coat of Arms
d) Constitution - National symbols are used to show _______ for the country.
a) Disrespect
b) Love
c) Anger
d) Fear - The _______ is a symbol of authority used in the National Assembly.
a) Flag
b) Coat of Arms
c) Mace
d) Eagle - The _______ Anthem expresses the love and loyalty of Nigerians to their country.
a) National
b) School
c) Religious
d) Local - The _______ of Arms is a symbol that includes a shield and two horses.
a) Coat
b) Flag
c) Mace
d) Eagle - _______ help keep the environment clean for everyone.
a) Teachers
b) Students
c) Waste Collectors
d) Drivers - The _______ is a set of laws that guides how the government should work.
a) National Anthem
b) Constitution
c) Flag
d) Mace - _______ is an example of government property.
a) Private house
b) School
c) Private car
d) Farm - The _______ includes an eagle, a black shield, and two horses.
a) Coat of Arms
b) Mace
c) National Flag
d) Anthem - The _______ provides essential services like health and education.
a) Family
b) Government
c) Teacher
d) Police - _______ is important because it guides how we live and work together.
a) Flag
b) Constitution
c) Anthem
d) Mace - The Nigerian National Anthem is a sign of _______ for the country.
a) Disrespect
b) Loyalty
c) Anger
d) Fear - The _______ helps to guide how the government is run in Nigeria.
a) Flag
b) Constitution
c) Anthem
d) Mace - _______ is used in the National Assembly to signify that the meeting is official.
a) Flag
b) Coat of Arms
c) Mace
d) Constitution - _______ should be protected from destruction to help our country.
a) Government property
b) Private property
c) Animals
d) Parks - We respect _______ to show love for our country.
a) Animals
b) Personal property
c) National symbols
d) Trees - The _______ symbolizes the unity of Nigeria.
a) National Anthem
b) National Flag
c) Coat of Arms
d) Constitution - The _______ is a symbol that includes green and white colors.
a) Mace
b) Flag
c) National Anthem
d) Eagle - The _______ protects public property and makes sure it is used correctly.
a) Government
b) Teacher
c) Student
d) Police - National symbols show our _______ for Nigeria.
a) Hatred
b) Love
c) Anger
d) Fear - The _______ is used to represent the people and government of Nigeria.
a) Mace
b) Flag
c) Coat of Arms
d) Constitution - We must not _______ government property because it belongs to everyone.
a) Protect
b) Destroy
c) Clean
d) Build - The _______ represents the eagle as a symbol of strength in Nigeria.
a) Coat of Arms
b) Flag
c) Mace
d) Constitution - Elders help the younger generation by offering _______.
a) Anger
b) Disrespect
c) Wisdom
d) Fear - We respect _______ to preserve Nigeria’s values and identity.
a) Friends
b) Elders
c) National symbols
d) Teachers - The _______ is a powerful tool used in the National Assembly to show authority.
a) Constitution
b) Mace
c) Flag
d) Eagle - Elders should be shown _______ by younger people.
a) Anger
b) Disrespect
c) Fear
d) Respect - The _______ teaches us how to respect laws and rules in Nigeria.
a) Anthem
b) Flag
c) Constitution
d) Mace - _______ represent the country’s values, like unity and peace.
a) Personal properties
b) National symbols
c) Private symbols
d) Public properties
Part B: Theory Questions (30 Questions)
Write short answers to the following questions.
- What is the Nigerian National Flag and what does it represent?
- Explain the meaning of the Nigerian National Anthem.
- What does the Nigerian Coat of Arms represent?
- Why should we respect the Nigerian National Flag?
- What role does the constitution play in Nigeria?
- Explain the importance of respecting government property.
- What is the function of the mace in the National Assembly?
- How can you show respect for the national anthem?
- What is the role of elders in society?
- How does the Nigerian National Anthem unite Nigerians?
- Explain what the National Flag stands for.
- Why do we need to protect government property?
- What does the National Anthem remind us about our duties as Nigerians?
- What is the importance of the National Coat of Arms?
- Why is it important to respect the rules in Nigeria?
- How does the Nigerian Constitution help guide the country?
- What is the meaning of “respect for constituted authority”?
- Why should we care for government buildings like schools?
- What should you do if you see someone destroying government property?
- Why is it important to show respect for elders in society?
- What does the Nigerian Constitution say about respecting laws?
- How does the Nigerian Flag symbolize peace?
- What does the National Anthem teach Nigerians about patriotism?
- Why do we say “respect for national symbols” in school?
- What does the Nigerian National Anthem call on Nigerians to do?
- How does the Mace represent authority in the National Assembly?
- What are the consequences of not respecting national symbols?
- What are government properties and why should we care for them?
- What is the role of the Nigerian government in managing public resources?
- Why is it important for students to learn about national symbols?
Part C: True or False Questions (30 Questions)
Answer “True” or “False” for each statement.
- The Nigerian National Flag is blue and white. (True/False)
- National symbols represent the country’s unity. (True/False)
- The Mace is a decoration used in the National Assembly. (True/False)
- Elders do not need to be respected. (True/False)
- The Nigerian National Anthem calls for unity and peace. (True/False)
- Government properties belong to the people. (True/False)
- The Constitution guides the government in Nigeria. (True/False)
- We should destroy government property to show our anger. (True/False)
- The Coat of Arms is part of the national symbols. (True/False)
- The National Flag represents Nigeria’s strength. (True/False)
- The Mace is a symbol of leadership in the National Assembly. (True/False)
- Respecting the Constitution is important in maintaining order. (True/False)
- The National Anthem is only sung in schools. (True/False)
- Elders should be listened to because of their wisdom. (True/False)
- The Nigerian National Flag is green and red. (True/False)
- National symbols must be respected at all times. (True/False)
- The Constitution is only important for politicians. (True/False)
- Destroying government property can lead to punishments. (True/False)
- The Nigerian National Anthem should be sung at national events. (True/False)
- The Mace is only used in the Nigerian National Assembly. (True/False)
- National symbols represent the country’s history. (True/False)
- Elders should not be disrespected under any condition. (True/False)
- Government properties are for the benefit of everyone. (True/False)
- The Nigerian Constitution protects the rights of citizens. (True/False)
- The National Anthem encourages unity and love for the country. (True/False)
- The National Flag is used to represent the government alone. (True/False)
- Elders in society are respected for their age and experience. (True/False)
- Government properties should be used carefully. (True/False)
- The Nigerian Coat of Arms represents the unity of Nigeria. (True/False)
- The Mace is used to signal the end of meetings. (True/False)
Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions (30 Questions)
Complete the sentences with the correct answers.
- The Nigerian National Flag has _______ and white colors.
- The _______ is a symbol of authority in the National Assembly.
- The Nigerian _______ represents the country’s identity.
- We must respect national symbols to show _______ for our country.
- The _______ protects the laws in Nigeria.
- Elders should be treated with _______.
- Government properties include _______ and schools.
- The Nigerian _______ Anthem is a sign of unity.
- We should protect _______ because they belong to everyone.
- The _______ is a set of laws that guide Nigeria.
- The _______ is a national symbol of authority in the National Assembly.
- Respect for national symbols shows _______ for our country.
- Nigeria’s _______ symbolizes its strength.
- The _______ is used to protect the country’s laws.
- Elders in Nigeria are valued for their _______.
- The _______ reminds Nigerians of their duties to the nation.
- The Nigerian _______ is green and white.
- The _______ helps guide how government works.
- It is important to respect the _______ to avoid punishment.
- The _______ symbolizes the unity of Nigeria.
- The Nigerian _______ Anthem speaks of loyalty to the nation.
- It is wrong to destroy _______ because they belong to the government.
- The _______ is a national symbol of authority.
- We must respect government _______ to show patriotism.
- The Nigerian _______ Anthem calls for peace and unity.
- The _______ is a representation of Nigeria’s authority.
- The Nigerian _______ is used to represent national pride.
- The Mace is a symbol of _______ in the National Assembly.
- Nigeria’s _______ is green and white to represent the country’s unity.
- Elders give _______ to the younger generation.
End of Examination
This exam comprehensively evaluates students’ understanding of the subject, with clear instructions for both teachers and students, encouraging integrity and fairness.
