Examination on Security Education
Class: Primary 5
Term: First Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all questions.

1. ________ refers to the measures taken to protect oneself from harm. (a) Personal security (b) Community safety (c) Modern security (d) Security alert
2. Which of these is a good personal security tip? (a) Walking alone at night (b) Sharing personal information with strangers (c) Being aware of your surroundings (d) Opening the door to unknown visitors
3. A whistle is an example of a ________ item. (a) safety (b) warning (c) security alert (d) play
4. All of these are security alert signals except ________. (a) bell (b) gun (c) phone (d) toy
5. The main reason for reporting danger signals is to ________. (a) cause trouble (b) get attention (c) prevent harm (d) waste time
6. A vigilante is an example of a local ________ support. (a) community (b) security (c) social (d) family
7. Which of the following is a role of elders in maintaining security? (a) Encouraging crime (b) Ignoring suspicious activities (c) Reporting danger cases (d) Hiding criminals
8. Failure to report hooligans can lead to ________. (a) peace (b) increased crime (c) celebration (d) prosperity
9. Which of these is NOT a function of modern security? (a) Protecting lives (b) Preventing theft (c) Causing fear (d) Ensuring safety
10. Using a mobile phone to call the police is a way to use modern media to alert ________. (a) friends (b) neighbours (c) security (d) family
11. The Nigerian Police Force is an example of a ________ agency. (a) social (b) security (c) health (d) educational
12. ________ is a security agency responsible for managing disasters. (a) NDLEA (b) NEMA (c) Army (d) Fire Service
13. Which of these does NOT contribute to securing our environment? (a) Community watch (b) Leaving doors unlocked (c) Proper lighting (d) Reporting strange faces
14. The correct step in securing your home is to ________. (a) leave windows open (b) lock all doors and windows (c) invite strangers in (d) hide your valuables outside
15. An example of a security alert item is ________. (a) a book (b) a torchlight (c) a spoon (d) a pillow
16. The roles of security agents include protecting lives and ________. (a) properties (b) secrets (c) games (d) holidays
17. Elders help maintain security by providing ________ and guidance. (a) money (b) entertainment (c) advice (d) food
18. Community safety practices include forming ________ groups. (a) dance (b) discussion (c) vigilance (d) cooking
19. Which of the following is a benefit of modern security to society? (a) Increased crime (b) Reduced peace (c) Enhanced safety (d) More accidents
20. The Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) fights against drug ________. (a) education (b) abuse (c) production (d) sales

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions.

1.
(a) Define personal security. (2 marks)
(b) List two tips for maintaining personal security. (3 marks)
(c) Mention two items used as security alerts and state one use for each. (3 marks)
(d) Why is it important to report danger cases to security agents? (2 marks)

2.
(a) Who is a security agent? (2 marks)
(b) State two roles of security agents in the community. (3 marks)
(c) Give two examples of local security support in a neighbourhood. (3 marks)
(d) Explain one role elders play in maintaining security. (2 marks)

3.
(a) What is a hooligan? (2 marks)
(b) State two consequences of failing to report hooligans in your neighbourhood. (3 marks)
(c) List two ways to secure your environment. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two benefits of modern security to society. (2 marks)

4.
(a) Give two examples of modern security alerts. (2 marks)
(b) Explain how you can use a mobile phone to alert security. (3 marks)
(c) List two main security agencies in Nigeria and state one function for each. (3 marks)
(d) Name one other modern security agency apart from the Police and Army. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme
Question 1 – ✅ (a) Personal security
Question 2 – ✅ (c) Being aware of your surroundings
Question 3 – ✅ (c) security alert
Question 4 – ✅ (d) toy
Question 5 – ✅ (c) prevent harm
Question 6 – ✅ (b) security
Question 7 – ✅ (c) Reporting danger cases
Question 8 – ✅ (b) increased crime
Question 9 – ✅ (c) Causing fear
Question 10 – ✅ (c) security
Question 11 – ✅ (b) security
Question 12 – ✅ (b) NEMA
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Leaving doors unlocked
Question 14 – ✅ (b) lock all doors and windows
Question 15 – ✅ (b) a torchlight
Question 16 – ✅ (a) properties
Question 17 – ✅ (c) advice
Question 18 – ✅ (c) vigilance
Question 19 – ✅ (c) Enhanced safety
Question 20 – ✅ (b) abuse