WAEC Civic Education Past Questions & Answers - Page 5

21.

Traffic regulations are mainly meant for all

A.

Private drivers

B.

Road users

C.

Pedestrians

D.

Truck drivers

Correct answer is B

Traffic regulations are mainly meant for all road users. This includes pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and passengers. The purpose of traffic regulations is to ensure safety and smooth movement for all who use the road.

 

22.

Authority that is recognised by the law of the land is called

A.

Constituted authority

B.

Charismatic authority

C.

Consultative authority

D.

Religious authority

Correct answer is A

Constituted authority refers to the power or authority that is recognized by the law of the land. It is the power given to individuals or groups by the constitution of a country. This authority is legally recognized and has the power to make, interpret, enforce, or change laws.

 

23.

One of the political responsibilities of a citizen is

A.

Engaging in cultural debates

B.

Joining town hall meetings

C.

Exercising the right of franchise

D.

Participation in social gatherings

Correct answer is C

One of the political responsibilities of a citizen is exercising the right of franchise. The right of franchise, also known as the right to vote, is a fundamental political responsibility of every eligible citizen in a democracy. It allows citizens to participate in the electoral process and choose their representatives in government.

 

24.

Carefully study the following list of civic education terms I and VII below and use them to answer the questions.

I. HIV/AIDS
II. Law and order
III. Political apathy
IV. Human trafficking
V. Popular participation
VI. Responsible parenting
VII. Fundamental human rights

The major reasons for citizens' reorientation in civic education are

A.

II and V

B.

VI and VIII

C.

III and V

D.

I and II

Correct answer is C

The major reasons for citizens' reorientation in civic education are political apathy and popular participation. Political apathy refers to the indifference on the part of any citizen of any country with regard to their attitude towards political activities. Popular participation refers to the involvement of citizens in the decision-making process, especially those decisions that affect their lives. Therefore, reorientation in civic education is needed to address political apathy and encourage popular participation.

25.

Carefully study the following list of civic education terms I and VII below and use them to answer the questions.

I. HIV/AIDS
II. Law and order
III. Political apathy
IV. Human trafficking
V. Popular participation
VI. Responsible parenting
VII. Fundamental human rights

From the list above, the two experiences of individuals that require counselling are

A.

III and V

B.

II and III

C.

I and IV

D.

I and VII

Correct answer is C

From the list above, the two experiences of individuals that require counselling are HIV/AIDS (I) and Human trafficking (IV). Individuals affected by HIV/AIDS often require counselling to cope with the physical and emotional challenges associated with the disease. Similarly, victims of human trafficking require counselling to help them recover from the traumatic experience.