First Term Examination Questions Civic Education JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 13

Week 13: Examination of the Topics Covered in the First Term

Subject: Civic Education
Class: JSS 2
Term: First Term
Week: 13

Instructions for Teachers and Students:

For Teachers:

1. Ensure the exam hall is set up to prevent cheating.
2. Supervise students closely to discourage any form of malpractice.
3. No student should be allowed to copy or exchange answers.
4. Collect all unauthorized materials such as textbooks or mobile phones before the exam begins.

For Students:

1. Read and understand the instructions before answering any questions.
2. Do not talk or share answers during the exam.
3. Use only your knowledge to answer the questions; do not cheat.
4. Any student caught cheating will be penalized according to school rules.
5. Write your answers clearly and legibly.

Part A: Objective Questions

(30 fill-in-the-blank questions with options a, b, c, or d)

1. Contentment means being __________ with what you have.
   a) happy
   b) satisfied
   c) frustrated
   d) annoyed
2. Lack of contentment can lead to __________.
   a) peace
   b) success
   c) crime
   d) wealth
3. __________ helps us control our actions and obey rules.
   a) Courage
   b) Discipline
   c) Anger
   d) Fear
4. A person with __________ can face fear and danger.
   a) laziness
   b) courage
   c) sadness
   d) weakness
5. Moremi of Ife is an example of a __________ person in Nigerian history.
   a) cowardly
   b) courageous
   c) greedy
   d) dishonest
6. The Nigerian system of government is a __________.
   a) monarchy
   b) dictatorship
   c) federation
   d) anarchy
7. In a federation, power is shared between the central and __________ governments.
   a) foreign
   b) state
   c) military
   d) international
8. __________ powers are only exercised by the central government.
   a) Residual
   b) Concurrent
   c) Exclusive
   d) Ordinary
9. State governments handle __________ powers.
   a) concurrent
   b) exclusive
   c) residual
   d) traditional
10. One consequence of indiscipline is __________.
    a) peace
    b) lawlessness
    c) order
    d) progress
11. Obeying school rules promotes __________.
    a) respect
    b) fighting
    c) violence
    d) chaos
12. Courage allows people to make __________ decisions.
    a) weak
    b) unfair
    c) brave
    d) dishonest
13. __________ is the foundation of a peaceful society.
    a) Indiscipline
    b) Contentment
    c) Corruption
    d) Laziness
14. The Nigerian constitution is a __________ document.
    a) written
    b) oral
    c) false
    d) secret
15. __________ powers are shared between the central and state governments.
    a) residual
    b) exclusive
    c) concurrent
    d) traditional
16. Moremi of Ife was known for her __________.
    a) greed
    b) laziness
    c) courage
    d) dishonesty
17. Federation is a system where power is __________.
    a) taken
    b) shared
    c) stolen
    d) ignored
18. A disciplined student __________ school rules.
    a) breaks
    b) respects
    c) avoids
    d) forgets
19. Indiscipline leads to __________.
    a) order
    b) peace
    c) chaos
    d) justice
20. The central government handles __________ powers.
    a) exclusive
    b) residual
    c) traditional
    d) limited
21. A __________ person is satisfied with what they have.
    a) greedy
    b) content
    c) angry
    d) sad
22. Lack of discipline in schools causes __________.
    a) learning
    b) success
    c) chaos
    d) joy
23. Courageous leaders stand up for __________.
    a) justice
    b) crime
    c) laziness
    d) dishonesty
24. __________ means being happy with what you have.
    a) Fear
    b) Contentment
    c) Laziness
    d) Anger
25. __________ is a system where power is shared between central and state governments.
    a) Democracy
    b) Monarchy
    c) Federation
    d) Dictatorship
26. Lack of contentment can lead to __________ behavior.
    a) peaceful
    b) greedy
    c) disciplined
    d) happy
27. __________ is the ability to face danger without fear.
    a) Laziness
    b) Courage
    c) Dishonesty
    d) Sadness
28. A disciplined student follows __________.
    a) rules
    b) no one
    c) bad habits
    d) criminals
29. The Nigerian constitution provides for a __________ system of government.
    a) federal
    b) unitary
    c) communist
    d) military
30. Residual powers are handled by the __________ governments.
    a) central
    b) state
    c) local
    d) foreign

Part B: Theory Questions

(30 simple short answer questions)

1. What is contentment?
2. Mention one consequence of lack of contentment.
3. Define discipline.
4. State two effects of discipline in schools.
5. What is courage?
6. Give one example of a courageous person in Nigerian history.
7. What is a federation?
8. Mention one importance of discipline in society.
9. Define exclusive powers.
10. What are residual powers?
11. Mention two effects of indiscipline.
12. What is the importance of school rules?
13. Why is courage important in leadership?
14. Mention two characteristics of a federation.
15. What are concurrent powers?
16. How does discipline promote peace in society?
17. What is the Nigerian constitution?
18. Explain one effect of lack of contentment.
19. How does indiscipline affect society?
20. What role does the central government play in a federation?
21. Define indiscipline.
22. Why is contentment important in life?
23. What is the role of courage in decision-making?
24. Give an example of a residual power.
25. Mention one benefit of obeying school rules.
26. What is the role of state governments in a federation?
27. Why is courage important in difficult situations?
28. Explain one consequence of indiscipline in schools.
29. Mention one exclusive power of the central government.
30. Why is contentment important in building a peaceful society?

Part C: True or False Questions

(30 True or False questions)

1. Contentment means being satisfied with what you have. True
2. Lack of contentment leads to peace and happiness. False
3. Discipline means following rules and controlling behavior. True
4. Courageous people always avoid fear. False
5. Moremi of Ife is an example of a lazy leader. False
6. Federation is a system where power is shared. True
7. Exclusive powers are only for state governments. False
8. Residual powers are handled by the central government. False
9. Lack of discipline can lead to chaos in schools. True
10. Indiscipline promotes order and development. False
11. The Nigerian constitution is an oral document. False
12. A federal system shares power between levels of government. True
13. Courageous leaders are afraid of difficult decisions. False
14. Obeying rules promotes peace in society. True
15. The central government controls exclusive powers. True
16. Indiscipline leads to better learning in schools. False
17. Jaja of Opobo was a courageous leader in Nigeria. True
18. Concurrent powers are only handled by state governments. False
19. Discipline helps to maintain peace in schools. True
20. A federal system allows states to have their own powers. True
21. Indiscipline is the ability to control one’s actions. False
22. Lack of contentment leads to crime and unhappiness. True
23. Courage helps people face danger without fear. True
24. Contentment means always wanting more than you have. False
25. A disciplined person disobeys rules. False
26. Courage is important for making tough decisions. True
27. School rules exist to create chaos. False
28. Indiscipline leads to success and peace. False
29. A federal system only has one level of government. False
30. Residual powers belong to state governments. True

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions

(30 fill-in-the-blank questions without options)

1. __________ means being satisfied with what you have.
2. A person with __________ faces danger without fear.
3. Lack of contentment can lead to __________.
4. The Nigerian constitution is a __________ document.
5. __________ powers are handled by the state governments.
6. The central government handles __________ powers.
7. __________ is the ability to control one’s actions.
8. __________ promotes peace in society.
9. Indiscipline in schools leads to __________.
10. The Nigerian system of government is a __________.
11. A courageous leader makes __________ decisions.
12. School rules promote __________ among students.
13. Contentment is important for __________.
14. Courage is needed to face __________ situations.
15. In a federation, power is shared between the central and __________ governments.
16. Moremi of Ife was a __________ leader.
17. Lack of __________ leads to crime.
18. A disciplined person __________ rules.
19. __________ is one effect of indiscipline in society.
20. __________ is a system where power is shared.
21. The constitution of Nigeria provides for a __________ system of government.
22. Obeying school rules promotes __________.
23. Indiscipline leads to __________ in schools.
24. Residual powers are handled by __________ governments.
25. Concurrent powers are shared between the central and __________ governments.
26. Lack of contentment promotes __________.
27. A federal system allows states to have their own __________.
28. Courage helps leaders make __________ decisions.
29. Obeying laws is important for __________ in society.
30. A __________ person is satisfied with what they have.

This exam will test students’ understanding of key concepts covered in the first term, with a focus on encouraging independent thinking and applying their knowledge without resorting to any form of exam malpractice.