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NECO SSCE Government 2021 past questions and answers

This 2021 NECO SSCE Government set has 40 practice questions. Try these 5 free sample questions, tap a question to reveal the answer and explanation. Then practise the whole 2021 set with instant marking.

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1. Which feature of a constitution makes it the supreme law of a country?
  1. Other laws must conform to it
  2. It is written only by judges
  3. It can be changed by any minister
  4. It applies only during elections

Answer: A. Other laws must conform to it

The constitution is supreme because laws and government actions inconsistent with it may be invalidated.

2. In a federal system, governmental powers are divided between the central government and constituent units by
  1. a directive from the head of state
  2. the constitution
  3. an annual party convention
  4. the civil service

Answer: B. the constitution

A federal constitution allocates and protects the respective powers of the different levels of government.

3. The main purpose of separating legislative, executive and judicial powers is to
  1. abolish political parties
  2. place all authority in the legislature
  3. prevent excessive concentration of power
  4. make the judiciary responsible for elections

Answer: C. prevent excessive concentration of power

Separating powers helps prevent one institution from exercising unchecked governmental authority.

4. When a court examines whether a law is consistent with the constitution, it is exercising
  1. judicial immunity
  2. legislative privilege
  3. executive clemency
  4. judicial review

Answer: D. judicial review

Judicial review is the power of a court to assess the constitutionality of laws or official actions.

5. In a parliamentary system, the head of government usually remains in office only while enjoying the confidence of the
  1. legislature
  2. judiciary
  3. electoral commission
  4. armed forces

Answer: A. legislature

A parliamentary prime minister and cabinet depend on the continued confidence of the legislature.

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