2025/2026 Civic Education Second Term Examination Questions for S.S.2 Students.

Welcome to your 2025/2026 Civic Education Second Term Examination Questions for S.S.2 Students.

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS Choose the option that best completes each statement. 1. Drugs such as marijuana and hashish which are derived from greenish leaves and can be smoked or taken as tea are classified as

2. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the United Nations in Paris on A. October 24, 1945 B. December 10, 1948 C. January 15, 1960 D. July 4, 1776

3. The act of raising and nurturing a child from infancy to adulthood is known as

4. Any person who imports, manufactures, produces or cultivates hard drugs may be punished with

5. Which of the following organizations in Nigeria is primarily concerned with the welfare of workers?

6. A situation where citizens register as voters, attend party meetings and vote during elections is best described as

7. Substances such as solvents, gasoline, glue and aerosol sprays which are inhaled through the nose or mouth to produce a “high” are known as

8. Cultural practices that forbid women from participating in politics can result in

9. The coming together of individuals or groups to pursue common interests or achieve collective goals is known as

10. Drugs such as Valium 5, Amytal and Phenobarbital, which are medically used to induce sleep or calm patients, belong to the group known as

11. The right of citizens to belong to associations such as trade unions or social groups is an example of

12. A person who habitually takes substances to alter mood, emotion or state of consciousness is said to be involved in

13. Any individual who impersonates an official of the NDLEA is liable to a jail term of

14. Which of the following activities does NOT promote popular participation in politics?

15. The responsibility of ensuring the proper upbringing and total development of children lies primarily with

16. Cocaine is best classified as a

17. Which of the following situations may discourage citizens from participating in politics?

18. If a suspected drug trafficker attempts to escape from custody, the person may be sentenced to imprisonment for

19. The freedom of individuals to practice any religion of their choice without interference is referred to as

20. Which of the following best explains the importance of responsible parenthood in society?

21. A parent can best be described as

22. Any person who allows his or her premises to be used for storing hard drugs may face a jail term of

23. Citizens may lose certain fundamental rights during periods of serious crisis such as

24. Responsible parents contribute to national development mainly by A. training children with sound moral and social values

25. When citizens are not properly informed about election dates, political parties or candidates, the situation can be described as

26. A person who uses hard drugs by smoking, inhaling or injecting them may be sentenced to imprisonment for

27. One important role of responsible parents in preventing social problems among youths is to

28. Which of the following is NOT a way through which citizens exercise popular participation?

29. The misuse of drugs through self-medication, excessive consumption or taking drugs without prescription is known as

30. A person who conspires with drug traffickers or assists them may be sentenced to imprisonment for A. 5–10 years B. 10–15 years C. 15–25 years D. life imprisonment

SECTION B: THEORY QUESTIONS Answer any three questions from this section. 1ai. Define popular participation. ii. Explain three ways through which citizens can participate in politics in a democratic state. b. i. State three factors that discourage citizens from participating in politics. ii. Suggest two measures that can encourage citizens to participate actively in political activities.

2ai. What are human rights? ii. Outline four examples of fundamental human rights enjoyed by citizens. b. i. State three circumstances under which human rights may be limited or suspended. ii. Explain two importance of human rights in a democratic society.

3ai. Explain the concept of responsible parenthood. ii. Distinguish between parenthood and parenting. b. i. State three roles of responsible parents in the upbringing of children. ii. Explain two ways responsible parents can prevent drug abuse among youths

4a i. Define drug abuse. ii. Mention four types of drugs commonly abused by youths. b. i. State three effects of drug abuse on individuals or society. ii. Outline two penalties provided by Nigerian law for offences related to hard drugs.

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