MID TERM TEST THIRD TERM PRIMARY 5 HISTORY

PRIMARY 5 THIRD TERM LESSON NOTES ON HISTORY PRIMARY 5 THIRD TERM

SUBJECT : HISTORY

TERM : THIRD TERM

CLASS : PRIMARY 5

WEEK : WEEK 7

TOPIC :

Third Term Mid Term Test Primary 5 History

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SECOND TERM EXAMINATION HISTORY PRIMARY 5

Answer the following questions.

1. Traditional religion refers to the indigenous beliefs, practices, and rituals that are passed down through generations in Nigeria, also known as ___________ religion. a) Folk b) Modern c) Contemporary d) Western
2. Ogun is the Yoruba god associated with ___________ and warfare. a) Music b) Art c) Iron d) Healing
3. Sango is the Yoruba god associated with ___________ and lightning. a) Fertility b) Dance c) Thunder d) Protection
4. Olokun is the Yoruba goddess associated with the ___________ and wealth. a) Sea b) Sky c) Land d) Mountains
5. Zangbeto is the Fon/Ewe deity of the ___________. a) Day b) Night c) Sun d) Rain
6. Èṣù is the Yoruba trickster god associated with ___________ and divination. a) Communication b) Dance c) Music d) Art
7. The importance of traditional religions in Nigeria lies in their role in preserving and promoting the ___________ of various communities. a) Music b) Art c) Culture d) Modernity
8. Traditional religions contribute to the spiritual and moral guidance of individuals and communities, shaping their values, ethics, and ___________. a) Behavior b) Dance c) Music d) Art
9. Traditional religions influence various aspects of Nigerian society, such as ___________, dance, art, festivals, and rituals. a) Technology b) Music c) Science d) Art
10. Traditional religions serve as a source of healing, divination, and ___________ in Nigerian communities. a) Fortune b) Wealth c) Protection d) Justice [mediator_tech]
11. A republic is a system of government where the power rests with ___________. a) a monarch b) elected representatives c) the military d) a dictator
12. A federation is a system of government where the power is divided between ___________ and regional governments. a) a central government b) a monarch c) a religious institution d) a single individual
13. At independence, Nigeria had a ___________ system of government. a) presidential b) parliamentary c) monarchical d) military
14. The parliamentary system of the First Republic in Nigeria was characterized by a prime minister and cabinet holding ___________ powers and the parliament holding ___________ powers. a) executive, legislative b) legislative, executive c) judicial, legislative d) executive, judicial
15. Nigeria became a Federal Republic in ___________. a) 1960 b) 1950 c) 1970 d) 1980
16. Nigeria became a Federal Republic through ___________. a) a military coup b) a referendum c) adoption of a new constitution d) negotiations with the British government
17. The key features of Nigeria’s Federal Republic system included the division of powers between ___________ and regional governments. a) the federal government b) the president c) the judiciary d) a single political party
18. The first president of Nigeria under the Federal Republic system was ___________. a) Nnamdi Azikiwe b) Olusegun Obasanjo c) Muhammadu Buhari d) Shehu Shagari
19. The president in Nigeria’s Federal Republic system played the role of ___________. a) head of state and government b) head of the military c) head of the judiciary d) head of the parliament
20. Understanding Nigeria’s political system and its historical context is important to comprehend the country’s past and present governance and its impact on the lives of ___________. a) politicians b) ordinary citizens c) academics d) foreigners [mediator_tech]
21. When did Nigeria gain independence from British colonial rule? A) October 1st, 1960 B) January 1st, 1958 C) July 4th, 1965 D) March 15th, 1963
22. Who represented Queen Elizabeth II during the independence declaration ceremony in Nigeria? A) Queen Elizabeth II herself B) Prince Philip C) Princess Alexandra of Kent D) Prince Charles
23. What was the venue of Nigeria’s independence declaration ceremony? A) Parliament House, Abuja B) Race Course (now Tafawa Balewa Square), Lagos C) Aso Rock, Abuja D) Presidential Villa, Lagos
24. Which political party was led by Nnamdi Azikiwe and played a key role in Nigeria’s struggle for independence? A) National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons (NCNC) B) Northern People’s Congress (NPC) C) Action Group (AG) D) Democratic Socialist Movement (DSM)
25. Who was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister after gaining independence? A) Obafemi Awolowo B) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa C) Nnamdi Azikiwe D) Ahmadu Bello
26. What was the major form of governance in Nigeria after gaining independence? A) Monarchy B) Military rule C) Democracy D) Socialism
27. What were some of the challenges Nigeria faced post-independence? A) Economic growth and development B) Political instability C) Social and cultural changes D) All of the above
28. What was one of the impacts of Nigeria’s independence on international relations? A) Withdrawal from regional and global organizations B) Increased participation in regional and global organizations C) Expansion of colonial territories D) Isolation from the international community
29. What sector faced significant challenges in Nigeria’s post-independence era? A) Agriculture B) Education C) Healthcare D) Information technology
30. What is the significance of October 1st, 1960, in Nigeria’s history? A) Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule B) Nigeria’s first democratic election was held C) Nigeria’s national anthem was adopted D) Nigeria became a republic [mediator_tech]

SECOND TERM EXAMINATION HISTORY PRIMARY 5

1. What is a Republic?
2. Can you explain what a Federation means?
3. Describe Nigeria’s government structure at independence.
4. Who was the head of government in Nigeria’s First Republic?
5. When did Nigeria become a Federal Republic?
6. How was the Prime Minister chosen in Nigeria’s First Republic?
7. What role did the President play in Nigeria’s First Republic?
8. Why did Nigeria become a Federal Republic?
9. What are the key events surrounding Nigeria’s transition to a Federal Republic?
10. What are the differences between a Republic and a Federation?