WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 100

496.

Public opinion enables the government to

A.

find out what the people think about its activities

B.

organize political conferences and solidarity rallies

C.

punish political opponents

D.

employ more workers

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

497.

The main objective of pressure groups is to

A.

influence the public

B.

influence government decisions

C.

organize strikes and demonstrations

D.

criticize the government

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

498.

An election, held to resolve important political question facing a country is called

A.

referendum

B.

bye-election

C.

general election

D.

primary election

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

499.

Free and fair election can exist where there is

A.

double voting

B.

secret balloting

C.

referendum

D.

plebiscite

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

500.

The major function of an electoral commission is to

A.

appoint members of the judiciary

B.

appoint the staff of local government

C.

announce the dissolution of the assembly

D.

make arrangements for the conduct of elections

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.