Examination on Civic Education
Class: Primary 6
Term: Third Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

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

1. ________ is the state of being one or being in agreement. (a) Division (b) Unity (c) Conflict (d) Disagreement
2. The coming together of different ethnic groups, religions, and cultures to form a strong and united nation is known as (a) Regionalism (b) National Disunity (c) National Unity (d) Tribalism
3. Which of these is not an importance of national unity? (a) Promotes peace (b) Encourages conflict (c) Fosters development (d) Builds a strong nation
4. Football, wrestling, and athletics are examples of ________ that promote unity. (a) Conflicts (b) Sports (c) Divisions (d) Ceremonies
5. One major way sports promote national unity is by (a) Creating rivalry (b) Dividing people (c) Bringing people together (d) Encouraging hatred
6. Which of the following cultural activities helps to promote unity? (a) Quarrels (b) Disagreements (c) Festivals (d) Isolation
7. All of these are cultural activities that promote unity except ________. (a) Carnivals (b) Cultural events (c) Festivals (d) Warfare
8. Which of the following is NOT a colour on the Nigerian national flag? (a) Green (b) White (c) Black (d) Blue
9. The green colour on the Nigerian national flag represents (a) Peace (b) Agriculture (c) War (d) Purity
10. The white colour on the Nigerian national flag signifies (a) Agriculture (b) Wealth (c) Peace and Unity (d) War
11. The symbol of authority and national identity for Nigeria is the ________. (a) Flag (b) Anthem (c) Coat of Arms (d) Pledge
12. The main reason for having the Nigerian National Anthem is to (a) Entertain people (b) Inspire patriotism (c) Create division (d) Promote a specific religion
13. The first stanza of the National Anthem talks about (a) Our enemies (b) Our native land (c) Our problems (d) Our challenges
14. Which of these is not a key prayer found in the second stanza of the National Anthem? (a) God bless Nigeria (b) Guide our leaders right (c) Help our youth the truth to know (d) Give us victory over our enemies
15. Reciting the National Pledge helps to instill (a) Disobedience (b) Loyalty and patriotism (c) Hatred (d) Selfishness
16. The correct step in promoting peace is by showing (a) Anger (b) Intolerance (c) Tolerance (d) Selfishness
17. Which of these values does NOT promote peace? (a) Humility (b) Moderation (c) Arrogance (d) Forgiveness
18. Showing understanding and respect for others’ beliefs and practices is known as ________. (a) Intolerance (b) Tolerance (c) Ignorance (d) Disrespect
19. The value of ________ helps us to control our emotions and desires. (a) Anger (b) Self-control (c) Greed (d) Pride
20. When we forgive others, we are promoting (a) Conflict (b) Revenge (c) Peace and reconciliation (d) Hatred

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

Question 1
(a) Define national unity. (2 marks)
(b) State three reasons why national unity is important for Nigeria. (3 marks)
(c) Write down the first stanza of the Nigerian National Anthem. (3 marks)
(d) What is the main message of the National Anthem’s first stanza? (2 marks)

Question 2
(a) Describe the colours of the Nigerian national flag. (2 marks)
(b) Explain the meaning of each colour on the Nigerian national flag. (3 marks)
(c) Mention any three items found on the Nigerian Coat of Arms. (3 marks)
(d) What does the Eagle on the Coat of Arms represent? (2 marks)

Question 3
(a) List two types of sports that promote national unity in Nigeria. (2 marks)
(b) Explain how sports help to foster unity among Nigerians. (3 marks)
(c) Give two examples of cultural activities that bring people together. (3 marks)
(d) Why are cultural festivals important for national unity? (2 marks)

Question 4
(a) What is the purpose of reciting the Nigerian National Pledge? (2 marks)
(b) Write out the Nigerian National Pledge. (3 marks)
(c) Mention any three values that promote peace in a community. (3 marks)
(d) How does ‘tolerance’ help in promoting peace? (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme
Question 1 – ✅ (b) Unity
Question 2 – ✅ (c) National Unity
Question 3 – ✅ (b) Encourages conflict
Question 4 – ✅ (b) Sports
Question 5 – ✅ (c) Bringing people together
Question 6 – ✅ (c) Festivals
Question 7 – ✅ (d) Warfare
Question 8 – ✅ (d) Blue
Question 9 – ✅ (b) Agriculture
Question 10 – ✅ (c) Peace and Unity
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Coat of Arms
Question 12 – ✅ (b) Inspire patriotism
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Our native land
Question 14 – ✅ (d) Give us victory over our enemies
Question 15 – ✅ (b) Loyalty and patriotism
Question 16 – ✅ (c) Tolerance
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Arrogance
Question 18 – ✅ (b) Tolerance
Question 19 – ✅ (b) Self-control
Question 20 – ✅ (c) Peace and reconciliation