MID TERM TEST THIRD TERM PRIMARY 5 HISTORY

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
Ogun is the Yoruba god associated with ___________ and warfare. a) Music b) Art c) Iron d) Healing

Sango is the Yoruba god associated with ___________ and lightning. a) Fertility b) Dance c) Thunder d) Protection
Olokun is the Yoruba goddess associated with the ___________ and wealth. a) Sea b) Sky c) Land d) Mountains
Zangbeto is the Fon/Ewe deity of the ___________. a) Day b) Night c) Sun d) Rain

Èṣù is the Yoruba trickster god associated with ___________ and divination. a) Communication b) Dance c) Music d) Art
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
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

Traditional religions influence various aspects of Nigerian society, such as ___________, dance, art, festivals, and rituals. a) Technology b) Music c) Science d) Art
Traditional religions serve as a source of healing, divination, and ___________ in Nigerian communities. a) Fortune b) Wealth c) Protection d) Justice [mediator_tech]
A republic is a system of government where the power rests with ___________. a) a monarch b) elected representatives c) the military d) a dictator

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
At independence, Nigeria had a ___________ system of government. a) presidential b) parliamentary c) monarchical d) military
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

Nigeria became a Federal Republic in ___________. a) 1960 b) 1950 c) 1970 d) 1980
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
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

The first president of Nigeria under the Federal Republic system was ___________. a) Nnamdi Azikiwe b) Olusegun Obasanjo c) Muhammadu Buhari d) Shehu Shagari
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
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]

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
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
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

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)
Who was Nigeria’s first Prime Minister after gaining independence? A) Obafemi Awolowo B) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa C) Nnamdi Azikiwe D) Ahmadu Bello
What was the major form of governance in Nigeria after gaining independence? A) Monarchy B) Military rule C) Democracy D) Socialism

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
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
What sector faced significant challenges in Nigeria’s post-independence era? A) Agriculture B) Education C) Healthcare D) Information technology

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]

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