Understanding Citizenship, Human Rights, and Duties – Civic Education JSS1

CIVIC EDUCATION JSS1

1. Who is a Citizen?

1b. List 2 types of Citizenship

2a. List 5 Fundamental Human Rights of Citizens in Nigeria.

2b. List 3 duties of a Citizen.

1. Define Human Rights Abuse

3b. List 3 examples of Human Rights Abuse.

CIVIC EDUCATION JSS1

1. Citizen Definition: A citizen is an individual who is recognized as a legal member of a particular country and has the rights and privileges afforded by that nation.

1b. Two Types of Citizenship:

• By Birth
• By Naturalization

2a. Five Fundamental Human Rights of Citizens in Nigeria:

• Right to Life
• Right to Dignity of Human Person
• Right to Personal Liberty
• Right to Fair Hearing
• Right to Private and Family Life

2b. Three Duties of a Citizen:

• Civic Responsibility
• Voting in Elections
• Obeying Laws

3. Human Rights Abuse Definition: Human rights abuse refers to the violation or infringement of the fundamental rights and freedoms inherent to all individuals.

3b. Three Examples of Human Rights Abuse:

• Arbitrary Detention
• Torture or Inhumane Treatment
• Discrimination based on Race or Gender

Evaluation

1. Who is recognized as a legal member of a country and enjoys its rights and privileges?

   a) Resident
   b) Tourist
   c) Citizen
   d) Foreigner

2. Citizenship obtained through the process of naturalization is known as

   a) Inherited Citizenship
   b) By Birth Citizenship
   c) Acquired Citizenship
   d) Dual Citizenship
3. Which of the following is a Fundamental Human Right in Nigeria?

   a) Right to Happiness
   b) Right to Internet Access
   c) Right to Fair Hearing
   d) Right to Celebrity Status

4. What is one of the duties of a citizen that involves actively participating in community development?

   a) Shopping
   b) Civic Responsibility
   c) Movie Watching
   d) Social Media Posting

5. Which right ensures that no one shall be subjected to torture or inhuman treatment?

   a) Right to Freedom of Speech
   b) Right to Dignity of Human Person
   c) Right to Travel
   d) Right to Wear Any Attire
6. Voting in elections is an example of a citizen’s

   a) Right to Privacy
   b) Civic Responsibility
   c) Duty to Gossip
   d) Freedom of Association

7. Discrimination based on race or gender is considered a form of

   a) Civic Duty
   b) Human Rights Abuse
   c) Entertainment
   d) National Anthem

8. Which citizenship type is acquired through legal procedures and requirements?

   a) By Birth Citizenship
   b) Naturalized Citizenship
   c) Inherited Citizenship
   d) Temporary Citizenship
9. The right to personal liberty ensures protection against

   a) Unfair Trials
   b) Arbitrary Detention
   c) Limited Internet Access
   d) Restricted Travel

10. What is the primary responsibility of citizens during elections?

    a) Cooking
    b) Voting
    c) Sleeping
    d) Ignoring

11. What does civic responsibility entail for a citizen?

    a) Avoiding Responsibilities
    b) Active Participation in Community
    c) Ignoring Laws
    d) Complaining Only
12. The right to life is a fundamental human right that protects against

    a) Freedom of Speech
    b) Discrimination
    c) Arbitrary Deprivation of Life
    d) Excessive Shopping

13. Which right ensures that individuals have the right to be heard in legal proceedings?

    a) Right to Silence
    b) Right to Fair Hearing
    c) Right to Procrastinate
    d) Right to Shout

14. What is the legal status of someone born in a particular country?

    a) Temporary Resident
    b) Tourist
    c) Citizen by Birth
    d) Expatriate
15. A citizen’s duty to obey laws is an example of fulfilling

    a) Civic Responsibility
    b) Civic Ignorance
    c) Civic Disobedience
    d) Civic Holiday