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Jss1 first term civic education past questions and answers

Question: What is the fundamental human right that guarantees the freedom of thought, conscience, and religion?

a) Right to education

b) Right to life

c) Right to freedom of expression

d) Right to freedom of religion and belief

Answer: d) Right to freedom of religion and belief

Question: Which of the following is a civic responsibility?

a) Voting in elections

b) Owning a pet

c) Playing video games

d) Watching TV

Answer: a) Voting in elections

Question: What does the term “democracy” mean?

a) Rule by a single leader

b) Rule by the people

c) Rule by the military

d) Rule by the wealthy

Answer: b) Rule by the people

Question: In a democratic government, who is responsible for making laws?

a) President

b) Parliament

c) Judiciary

d) Military

Answer: b) Parliament

Question: Which document outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens in a country?

a) Constitution

b) Passport

c) Driver’s license

d) Birth certificate

Answer: a) Constitution

Question: What is the primary purpose of the United Nations (UN)?

a) Economic development

b) World peace and security

c) Sports competitions

d) Environmental protection

Answer: b) World peace and security

Question: What does the term “citizenship” refer to?

a) Owning property

b) Membership in a community or country

c) Employment status

d) Social media activity

Answer: b) Membership in a community or country

Question: Which branch of government interprets the laws and ensures they align with the constitution?

a) Executive

b) Legislative

c) Judiciary

d) Military

Answer: c) Judiciary

Question: What is the importance of the rule of law in a society?

a) It allows citizens to break laws

b) It ensures fairness and justice

c) It promotes corruption

d) It favors the wealthy

Answer: b) It ensures fairness and justice

Question: What is the significance of the national anthem?

a) Entertainment

b) Symbol of national identity

c) Advertising tool

d) Social media trend

Answer: b) Symbol of national identity

Question: Which of the following is an example of a non-governmental organization (NGO)?

a) Ministry of Education

b) Red Cross

c) Police Department

d) Central Bank

Answer: b) Red Cross

Question: What does the term “tolerance” mean in civic education?

a) Acceptance of different views and cultures

b) Strict adherence to one’s beliefs

c) Ignoring others

d) Exclusivity

Answer: a) Acceptance of different views and cultures

Question: What is the role of a constitution in a country?

a) Dictating fashion trends

b) Guiding the government and protecting citizens’ rights

c) Deciding sports regulations

d) Controlling the stock market

Answer: b) Guiding the government and protecting citizens’ rights

Question: What is the purpose of the separation of powers in a government?

a) Concentration of power in one branch

b) Preventing abuse of power by dividing responsibilities

c) Promoting corruption

d) Ignoring the needs of citizens

Answer: b) Preventing abuse of power by dividing responsibilities

Question: What is the significance of local government in civic education?

a) It oversees international relations

b) It focuses on issues within a specific community or locality

c) It controls the national military

d) It manages the national economy

Answer: b) It focuses on issues within a specific community or locality

Question: What is the purpose of the judiciary in a legal system?

a) Creating laws

b) Enforcing laws

c) Interpreting laws and ensuring justice

d) Managing the economy

Answer: c) Interpreting laws and ensuring justice