Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

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Introduction to Civic Education as a School Subject

Civic Education is a school subject that teaches students about their rights, duties, and responsibilities as citizens.
It helps young people understand how the society and government work, and how to become responsible members of the community.

Through Civic Education, students learn values like honesty, respect, fairness, and patriotism.
They are also taught the importance of obeying laws, participating in elections, and promoting peace and unity in the society.

The subject prepares students to be active, informed, and law-abiding citizens who contribute positively to national development.

Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term are divided into two sections:

• Section A
• Section B

The first section, namely, Section A is the objective test, and students are expected to attempt all questions in the section. Section B is the theory part, and students are expected to follow specific instruction and answer the required number of questions.

Note that what you have below are JSS2 Civic Education Third Term Exam Past Questions made available to assist students in their revision for 3rd term examinations and also teachers in structuring standard examinations.

SECTION A: Objectives

Instruction: Answer all questions in this section by choosing from the options lettered A—D. Each question carries equal marks.

1. When the conduct and smooth operation of election is prevented, it means that there is electoral
A. Law reform
B. Consequences
C. Malpractice
D. Rigging

2. The military are not trained in the act of governance, soldiers are constitutionally trained for
A. Control          B. Monitor
C. Defence         D. Execute

3. The flag is a symbol of authority and an instrument of state power, the flag indicates government presence and is also a symbol of national _________
A. Authority        B. Honour
C. Unity              D. Pride

4. Consumers should be aware and keep off from the use of hazardous substances that could potentially endanger their health, the above statement defines the right of a consumer called __________
A. Right to vote
B. Right to be informed
C. Right to redress
D. Right to choose

5. INEC is publicly funded, it is independent of government and political ________
A. Orientation           B. Interference
C. Negotiation          D. Accountability

6. The principal gave the student serious mind training so that the boy can produce obedience to rules, regulations, self control and respect, this means the boy was _________
A. Justified               B. Disciplined
C. Condemned        D. Punished

7. The kidnapper was confined, accused and penalized because of his criminal and unlawful act which the law forbids, this means that the kidnapper was ________
A. Executed          B. Settled
C. Punished          D. Sentenced

8. The sympathetic attitude of the citizen during the presidential election shows that he developed political _________
A. Choice          B. Participation
C. Apathy          D. Willingness

9. At the federal level, the president appoints the head of the judiciary who is also the _________
A. The Bar
B. The Chief justice
C. The Bench
D. The Counsel

10. The resources generated by the sale of petroleum products are shared among the states and other federating units in the federation as monthly _________
A. Dividend          B. Salary
C. Allocation        D. Allowance

11. Political participation can be limited by _________
A. Wealth        B. Gender
C. Age             D. Religion

12. People must react when their mandate are stolen, and this can lead to total breakdown of law and order, examples Riots and killing of political _________
A. Mate            B. Candidates
C. Voters          D. Opponents

13. The major aim of responding appropriately to emergency situation is purposely to prevent incidence before its occurrences which includes losses, fatalities and _________
A. Coincidence       B. Injuries
C. Mitigation          D. Assets

14. When there is trouble and there is clear evidence that the politicians cannot cope, soldiers may intervene purposely to correct the _________
A. Mistakes         B. Civilians
C. Riggers           D. Situations

15. The government respect Civil Liberty Organization (CLO) as the most vocal group in the protection and promotion of human rights all over the world because the agency can _________ them.
A. Sue              B. Protect
C. Control        D. Blackmail

16. Lack of awareness among the voters on how to vote, thumb print or even identify the political party or candidate of their choice can cause malpractice as this can pose a challenge to electoral _________
A. Doctrines         B. Arrangement
C. Process            D. Laws

17. The only difference between pressure groups and political party as forms of democratic institutions is their _________
A. Ideology           B. Functions
C. Objectives         D. Manifestos

18. In reference to voter’s responsibilities, political participation could be restricted on the basis of _________
A. Religion        B. Tribe
C. Age               D. Gender

19. There should be an electoral law reform which must spell out serious punishment for offenders. Serious punishment here is referring to _________
A. Corrupt leaders
B. Law breakers
C. Election riggers
D. Electorates

20. The organ that regulates the conducts of the individual by exercising criminal and civil jurisdiction in the society is the _________
A. Legislature        B. Judiciary
C. Executive           D. Local government

21. The value that helps people to live together in peace and harmony despite their perceived differences is called _________
A. Probity           B. Co-operation
C. Tolerance       D. Courage

22. The most common method of acquiring citizen is by _________
A. Registration       B. Birth
C. Marriage            D. Naturalization

23. Products and items normally come with instructions, cautions and fine prints, misuse, injury and breakage may happen when consumers fail to read fine prints and instructions. The above analysis can be advanced as one of the _________
A. Duties of a consumer
B. Rights of a consumer
C. Responsibility of a consumer
D. Function of a consumer

24. The nationality of a Nigerian who travels abroad can be identified through the _________
A. Tribal mark
B. Signature
C. International passport
D. Currency

25. The following are sources of constitution except _________
A. Constitutional conferences
B. Act of parliament
C. Judicial precedence
D. Judicial independence

26. The boldness to be honest to persecution is a display of _________
A. Obedience           B. Humility
C. Courage               D. Fair play

27. Which of the following diseases is the most recent pandemic?
A. Ebola               B. HIV/AIDS
C. COVID-19        D. Influenza

28. The most striking importance of election is _________
A. Selection               B. Public Opinion
C. Accountability       D. Integration

29. A courageous person is always firm and unchanging in his/her daily activities. This statement clearly explained the attributes of a courageous citizen called _________
A. Bravery
B. Endurance
C. Steadfastness
D. Diligence

30. The democratic institution that helps to select and appoint leaders and personnel in a country is termed and regarded as the _________
A. Pressure groups
B. Opinion polls
C. Organs of government
D. Political party

31. Incidence that affect large number of people like flood, earthquake, hurricane are collectively called _________
A. Fatalities
B. Emergency
C. General crises
D. Natural disaster

32. For democracy to be sustained in any given country, the majority will have their way, but the minority will have their _________
A. Choice         B. Opinion
C. Say              D. Rights

33. The lack of economic stability is a strong motivation for corrupt individuals who are willing to _________ electoral process by making an election a do or die affair.
A. Change         B. Destroy
C. Pollute          D. Manage

34. According to late Kofi Annan, the best way to safeguard human right of citizens is _________
A. Protection of legal Aids
B. Establishment of human right court
C. Entrenchment of fundamental human rights in the constitution
D. Maintenance of virile and free press

35. The political unit in which a country is divided for the purpose of election is called _________
A. Segments
B. Regions
C. Apartments
D. Constituencies

36. In reference to electoral process, people’s participation in the political affairs of their country is called popular participation or _________
A. Political Apathy
B. Economic stability
C. Political sovereignty
D. none of the above

37. The flexibility and rigidity of a constitution relates to the manner and procedure through which such constitution can be _________
A. Fashioned            B. Reflected
C. Documented       D. Amended

38. The attributes of a disciplined behavior which is the same thing as discipline itself is _________
A. Perseverance        B. Modesty
C. Self-Control          D. Dedication

39. “PROTECTION” as a cardinal function of the judiciary enables the citizens to make redress in the law court when their rights are trampled _________
A. Within           B. Against
C. Illegal            D. Upon

40. Absence of pillars of democracy contravenes the constitution and makes democracy not to stand, operate and _________
A. Move           B. Succeed
C. Aspire          D. Unite

41. International Rescue Committee (IRC) as voluntary organization was founded by a German born theoretical physicist called _________
A. Karl Max
B. Adolf Hitler
C. Albert Einstein
D. angel Mackel

42. Transparent electoral process is termed and regarded as one of the pillars of democracy because it ensures its _________
A. Reliability          B. Co-operation
C. Sustenance       D. Assistance

43. The Executive prepares the annual budget of the income and expenditure of the state which it presents to the Legislature for approval or _________
A. Support
B. Signatory
C. Implementation
D. Amendment

44. The control and approval of the ways of raising and spending funds fall under the function of the legislative called _________
A. Monetary control
B. Fund raising
C. Financial control
D. Financial amendment

45. The agencies, institutions through which the government discharges their duties and functions to the members of the public best defines _________
A. Tiers of government
B. Organization of government
C. Arms of government
D. Powers of government

46. A lot of effort, endeavor, time put towards making things better than it was could be seen in an attribute of a disciplined person called _________
A. Fair play
B. Contentment
C. Dedication
D. Steadfastness

47. Any democratic government must have the support of the people, and they are there to serve their _________
A. Opinion           B. Interest
C. Mandate          D. Objective

48. The ultimate aim of emergency management is nothing but to reduce the harmful effect of all hazards including _________
A. Fatalities          B. Injuries
C. Assets              D. Disaster

49. The Nigeria Coat of Arm as one of the national symbols was adopted in the year _________
A. May 26th, 1963
B. March 20th, 1960
C. Oct., 20th 1960
D. May 20th, 1960

50. When the federal government is weaker than the state government, then the country is practicing _________
A. Military constitution
B. Federal constitution
C. Confederal constitution
D. Rigid constitution

SECTION B: Essay

INSTRUCTION – Answer all five (5) questions in this section.

1. Define Pillars of Democracy.
b. Mention four Pillars of Democracy you have studied.

2. Explain “JUDICIAL” arm of government.
b. Identify four functions of the judiciary in Nigeria.

3. What is emergency precaution/preparedness.
b. Mention four importance of democracy in a constitutional process.

4. Who is a voter?
b. Outline four solutions/remedies to the problems of electoral malpractice in Nigeria.

5. Define Emergency Organization.
b. Outline four functions of United Nations Refuge Agency (UNRA) as one of the emergency response organization.

6. Define Pressure group.
b. Outline four responsibilities of a consumer.
c. Write briefly on the following:
i. Ombudsman
ii. Civil Liberty Organization (CLO)
iii. Human Right Court
iv. Judicial Independence
v. Impeachment

Answers to Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

Answers to Section A (Objective Test)

The following table gives the correct answers to the objective section of Civic Education exam questions for JSS2 Third term. If you are using a mobile device, hold the table and scroll to the right or left for a complete view.

So here you have the answers to the objective section of Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third term. Use the comments section to let me know if you have any questions you would want me to clarify or discuss further.

Answers to Section B (Theory)

How to Pass Civic Education Exam Questions for JSS2 Third Term

Passing your Civic Education exam questions for JSS2 Third term requires a combination of preparation, understanding, and strategy. Here are actionable tips to help you excel:

1. Understand the Curriculum Topics

Be familiar with common topics covered in the third term:

• Pillars of Democracy
• Arms of Government
• Emergency Management
• Voters and Electoral Process
• Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
• Human Rights and Protective Agencies

2. Study with Your Notes and Textbooks

Don’t just read—highlight definitions, memorize important points, and answer end-of-chapter questions.

3. Use Flashcards and Acronyms

Flashcards help you remember key terms. Use acronyms for lists, like REEP for voter duties: Register, Educate, Engage, Participate.

4. Practice Past Questions

Get used to both objective and essay formats. Focus on clear definitions and concise explanations.

5. Join Study Groups or Tutorials

Discussing topics with others improves understanding and helps you discover new questions.

6. Stay Consistent with Revision

Revise a little every day. Cramming is not effective. Early mornings or evenings are great for focused study.

7. Ask Questions in Class

If you don’t understand a topic like “Judicial Independence” or “Pressure Groups,” ask your teacher for clarification.

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