Year :
2015
Title :
Government
Exam :
WASSCE/WAEC MAY/JUNE
Paper 1 | Objectives
21 - 30 of 50 Questions
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| 21. |
The primary aim of any political party is to A. pressurize the government B. remain in the opposition C. control the government D. ensure fair play in business Detailed SolutionA political party is a group of people who try to influence policy agendas and whose ultimate goal is to run the government by getting their favorite candidates elected. |
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| 22. |
A manifesto can be defined as the A. opportunity to form a political party B. proposed programmes of a political party C. policy of a political party in power D. power to rule the masses Detailed SolutionManifesto; a public declaration of policy and aims, especially one issued before an election by a political party or candidate. |
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| 23. |
Which of the following exists in a one - party state? A. Only the workers party is allowed to exist B. Only the students' party is allowed to exist C. Elections to the legislature are held at the party's conference D. The ruling party is the only legal party Detailed SolutionA one-party state, single-party state, one-party system, or single-party system is a type of state in which one political party has the right to form the government, usually based on the existing constitution. |
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| 24. |
Which of the following party systems best represents all shades of opinions? A. Multi-party B. Two -party C. One- party D. Elite- party Detailed SolutionA multi-party system is a political system in which multiple political parties across the political spectrum run for national election, and all have the capacity to gain control of government offices, separately or in coalition. |
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| 25. |
The practice of multi - party system in West Africa tends to promote A. sectionalism and factionalism B. national integration C. social discrimination D. economic integration Detailed SolutionA multi-party system affords that opportunity to the citizenry to have as many choices as possible. Another advantage of a multi-party system is that it allows for a peaceful change of government. The existence of many parties means that there are other parties waiting for their turn to be voted into power. |
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| 26. |
Franchise is the right to A. express political views B. control the government C. vote and be voted for D. ensure good governance Detailed Solutionfranchise is the right to vote and be voted for in a public, political elections. |
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| 27. |
The following are the aims of an election except that A. a group sticks on to power B. there is accountability of the leaders C. there is a smooth change of government D. the people determine who rules Detailed SolutionA country cannot be truly democratic until its citizens have the opportunity to choose their representatives through periodic elections that are free and fair. Critical development efforts cannot succeed without a legitimate and democratically elected government that is responsive and accountable to its citizens. |
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| 28. |
Politics is practically demonstrated during A. electioneering campaigns B. parliamentary debates C. formation of political parties D. inter-party consultative meetings Detailed SolutionElectioneering campaign; refers to the act of campaigning to influence the result of an election in favor of a particular candidate or party. |
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| 29. |
An election held to fill a vacant post in the legislature due to the death or resignation of a member is called A. run - off election B. electoral college C. bye - election D. primary elections Detailed SolutionBye- election; is an election used to fill an office that has become vacant between general elections |
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| 30. |
Which of the following is a function of pressure groups? A. Represent and protect the rich B. Protect the interest of government C. Serve as avenue for political victimization D. Provide forum for the ventilation of grievances Detailed SolutionPressure groups are a vital link between the government and the governed. They keep governments more responsive to the wishes of the community, especially in between elections. 2. Pressure groups are able to express the views of minority groups in the community who might not otherwise receive a hearing. |
| 21. |
The primary aim of any political party is to A. pressurize the government B. remain in the opposition C. control the government D. ensure fair play in business Detailed SolutionA political party is a group of people who try to influence policy agendas and whose ultimate goal is to run the government by getting their favorite candidates elected. |
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| 22. |
A manifesto can be defined as the A. opportunity to form a political party B. proposed programmes of a political party C. policy of a political party in power D. power to rule the masses Detailed SolutionManifesto; a public declaration of policy and aims, especially one issued before an election by a political party or candidate. |
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| 23. |
Which of the following exists in a one - party state? A. Only the workers party is allowed to exist B. Only the students' party is allowed to exist C. Elections to the legislature are held at the party's conference D. The ruling party is the only legal party Detailed SolutionA one-party state, single-party state, one-party system, or single-party system is a type of state in which one political party has the right to form the government, usually based on the existing constitution. |
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| 24. |
Which of the following party systems best represents all shades of opinions? A. Multi-party B. Two -party C. One- party D. Elite- party Detailed SolutionA multi-party system is a political system in which multiple political parties across the political spectrum run for national election, and all have the capacity to gain control of government offices, separately or in coalition. |
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| 25. |
The practice of multi - party system in West Africa tends to promote A. sectionalism and factionalism B. national integration C. social discrimination D. economic integration Detailed SolutionA multi-party system affords that opportunity to the citizenry to have as many choices as possible. Another advantage of a multi-party system is that it allows for a peaceful change of government. The existence of many parties means that there are other parties waiting for their turn to be voted into power. |
| 26. |
Franchise is the right to A. express political views B. control the government C. vote and be voted for D. ensure good governance Detailed Solutionfranchise is the right to vote and be voted for in a public, political elections. |
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| 27. |
The following are the aims of an election except that A. a group sticks on to power B. there is accountability of the leaders C. there is a smooth change of government D. the people determine who rules Detailed SolutionA country cannot be truly democratic until its citizens have the opportunity to choose their representatives through periodic elections that are free and fair. Critical development efforts cannot succeed without a legitimate and democratically elected government that is responsive and accountable to its citizens. |
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| 28. |
Politics is practically demonstrated during A. electioneering campaigns B. parliamentary debates C. formation of political parties D. inter-party consultative meetings Detailed SolutionElectioneering campaign; refers to the act of campaigning to influence the result of an election in favor of a particular candidate or party. |
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| 29. |
An election held to fill a vacant post in the legislature due to the death or resignation of a member is called A. run - off election B. electoral college C. bye - election D. primary elections Detailed SolutionBye- election; is an election used to fill an office that has become vacant between general elections |
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| 30. |
Which of the following is a function of pressure groups? A. Represent and protect the rich B. Protect the interest of government C. Serve as avenue for political victimization D. Provide forum for the ventilation of grievances Detailed SolutionPressure groups are a vital link between the government and the governed. They keep governments more responsive to the wishes of the community, especially in between elections. 2. Pressure groups are able to express the views of minority groups in the community who might not otherwise receive a hearing. |